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St. Charles County 911 upgrade to help with wireless calls

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:41:16 GMT

ST. CHARLES COUNTY – A new and improved 911 service is set to make its way to the St. Charles County area, benefiting cities such as Lake Saint Louis, O’Fallon, St. Charles, St. Peters, and Wentzville. The existing phone system was originally designed for landlines but adapted for wireless calls. However, it still faces delays when locating wireless callers due to outdated technology. The new system promises the following advantages for callers: It will allow 911 to receive callers' location data directly from their wireless devices. Calls will be directed to the appropriate dispatcher based on the caller's exact physical location, rather than relying on cell tower data or triangulation from multiple towers. Improved accuracy in routing will reduce the need for transferring calls between dispatch agencies, resulting in quicker response times from call placement to dispatch assistance. In the future, the system will provide dispatchers with information a...

CBC high school's esports team reaches new heights

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:41:16 GMT

ST. LOUIS – Henry Krey, a senior at Christian Brothers College High School, is recognized as one of the world's premier esports players and coaches. Krey, a decorated Super Smash Bros. player, is also a driving force behind the school's eSports program. Expressing his commitment, Krey stated, "I have this unrelenting drive to constantly improve. Esports has an incredibly high ceiling, and I'm reaching for it. It has significantly contributed to my personal growth, something I deeply value."  St. Louis police investigate 6 sudden deaths Overseeing the program is CBC eSports Coordinator, Damien Demongey. This program is one of the fastest-growing at the high school, with over 100 students participating year-round.  It is one of the most successful esports programs locally, with seven championships spanning various games and over one hundred match victories. Demongey highlighted the program's rapid expansion: "We recognized our students' immense interest, so we've gone...

St. Louis area at season peak for fall foliage

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:41:16 GMT

ST. LOUIS - Recent cooler nights have played a significant role in bringing about the fall foliage color change in the St. Louis area. Much of Missouri, as well as the western region of Illinois near the St. Louis metro area, is currently experiencing the full spectrum of vibrant fall colors. St. Louis area fall foliage color mapWhile it's worth noting that some areas in the northern part of Missouri and Northern Illinois have already passed their peak colors, many parts of southern Illinois are transitioning into their near-peak color range. This means that there's still plenty of beautiful fall scenery to enjoy. With the weekend ahead, warm and dry weather is in store, perfect for outdoor exploration. Although recent winds have caused minor damage to some trees, you'll still be able to embark on a picturesque drive and witness the stunning fall colors.  6 Missouri drives during fall to experience bright autumn colors You can catch a glimpse of these gorgeous colors through ...

Missouri turkey hunters harvest over 2,200 birds during the fall firearms season

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:41:16 GMT

JEFFERSON CITY, Mo – The Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) said that hunters harvested 2,219 turkeys during the Missouri turkey gun season, Oct. 1 to 31. The top harvest counties were Dent with 86 birds, Crawford with 82, and Washington with 72.  Hunters harvested 1,844 birds during the 2022 fall firearms turkey season.The MDC is reaching out to the state's turkey hunters, requesting that they preserve and mail feathers from the wild turkeys they hunt during this autumn season.  MDC is asking hunters who successfully harvest turkeys to mail the feathers from their turkeys to the department. These feathers will play a vital role in research to monitor trends in state turkey populations. MDC is asking them to keep the 9th and 10th primary wing feathers, along with 3 to 5 breast feathers, from the turkeys they have harvested after completing the harvesting process.  St. Louis police investigate 6 sudden deaths Fall archery turkey hunting continues through Nov. 10 an...

The mayors of five big cities — including Denver — seek a meeting with Biden about how to better manage arriving migrants

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:41:16 GMT

WASHINGTON — The mayors of Chicago, Denver, Houston, Los Angeles and New York are pressing to meet with President Joe Biden about getting federal help in managing the surge of migrants they say are arriving in their cities with little to no coordination, support or resources from his administration.The Democratic leaders say in a letter obtained by The Associated Press on Wednesday that while they appreciate Biden’s efforts so far, much more needs to be done to ease the burden on their cities.Migrants are sleeping in police station foyers in Chicago. In New York, a cruise ship terminal was turned into a shelter. In Denver, the number of migrants arriving has increased tenfold and available space to shelter them has withered. With fewer available work authorizations, these migrants cannot find work that would allow them to get into proper housing.Denver Mayor Mike Johnston, who is leading the coalition, said nearly every conversation he has had with arriving migrants is the sam...

2 men steal $30,000 from victim's fanny pack in broad daylight

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:41:16 GMT

A man going to deposit a large sum of money at a local bank was unable to do so after being robbed in broad daylight on Tuesday. According to law enforcement officials, the robbery took place in the parking lot outside a Wells Fargo branch in Northridge shortly after 2:30 p.m.  Man confronts loud kids with AR-style rifle, witnesses say The two men fired several gunshots into the air before stealing the victim’s fanny pack, which contained all the cash. Authorities investigating after a man was robbed of $30,000 in front of a Wells Fargo in Northridge, CA on Oct. 31, 2023.He suffered a cut to his hand after getting into a fight with one of the robbers, police said. Authorities believe that the suspects escaped in a silver MercedesAnyone with information is urged to contact the Los Angeles Police Department. 

3 colorful sculptures alongside 170 Freeway mowed down by driver 

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:41:16 GMT

Three colorful sculptures placed alongside the 170 Freeway in North Hollywood have been severely damaged. According to Caltrans officials, the damage was apparently the result of some sort of collision this fall, although crews were not present for it.  Another pedestrian hit, killed on 101 Freeway; thousands of drivers impacted The vehicle that caused the damage, as well as the identity of the driver, remain unknown.Footage from Sky5 showed pieces of the sculptures strewn around where they once stood near the 170 Freeway's Sherman Way exit.According to Caltrans officials, the damage was apparently the result of some sort of collision this fall, although crews were not present for it. (Sky5)According to Caltrans officials, the damage was apparently the result of some sort of collision this fall, although crews were not present for it. (Sky5)According to Caltrans officials, the damage was apparently the result of some sort of collision this fall, although crews were not presen...

Cast of 'Mean Girls' reunite for 'totally fetch' Walmart commercial

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:41:16 GMT

Get in loser, we’re going Black Friday shopping at Walmart.On Wednesdays we still wear pink and, apparently, save a lot of money, at least according to the original cast of "Mean Girls."Retail giant Walmart has teamed up with members from the 2004 high school classic for a full circle Black Friday commercial. In the "totally fetch" commercial, Lindsay Lohan, Amanda Seyfried, Lacey Chabert, Daniel Franzese and Rajiv Surendra come together again after almost 20 years since since the release of the iconic film. Lindsay Lohan returns as Cady Heron in a Walmart commercial, this time as a high school guidance counselor. (Walmart)In the commercial, the "Plastics" return and the viewer gets a glimpse into what their lives are like in the year 2023. Lohan reprises her role as Cady Heron, now working as a guidance counselor at North Shore High School. Seyfried's Karen Smith continues where the film left off, working as a weather reporter, and Gretchen Wieners, played by Chabert, is now an unc...

Demarco Antonie Sanders Fatally Struck in Pedestrian Crash on East Freeway [Fort Worth, TX]

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:41:16 GMT

44-Year-Old Man Pronounced Dead after Pedestrian Collision near Brentwood Stair RoadFORT WORTH, TX (November 1, 2023) – Demarco Antonie Sanders died Thursday morning in a fatal pedestrian collision on East Freeway. The incident occurred around 6:30 a.m., at the 5900 block of East Freeway near Brentwood Stair Road on October 12th.Police officers say the driver of a passing vehicle ran over a pedestrian who was lying on the road and immediately reported it. Medical personnel arrived and identified the male pedestrian as 44-year-old Sanders.Following preliminary duties, crews believe that two separate vehicles struck the victim.Personnel closed off the surrounding area for a brief time during cleanup and preliminary duties. At this time, an active investigation to determine further information is still currently underway.No words can mend the broken hearts and sorrow felt during this delicate moment. Deepest condolences and sympathies are with the family and friends of Demarco An...

Angela Hart, Aspen Hart Died in Two-Vehicle Accident on US-395 [Franklin County, WA]

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:41:16 GMT

50-Year-Old Driver and 18-Year-Old Passenger Dies after Deadly Two-Vehicle Collision on Crestloch RoadFRANKLIN COUNTY, WA (November 1, 2023) – On Sunday afternoon, a two-vehicle accident claimed the lives of Angela Hart and Aspen Hart.The incident took place on October 15th, at the junction of US-395 and Crestloch Road.As stated by the Franklin County Sheriff’s Office, a vehicle operated by 50-year-old Angela was carrying a passenger.Additionally, Aspen was driving on Crestloch Road and, as she attempted to enter southbound US-395, failed to yield the right-of-way, leading to a collision with a truck traveling northbound on US-395. The other individuals involved in the incident were not identified at this time.Subsequently, the collision tragically resulted in the loss of both Angela and Aspen, while the two occupants of the truck sustained injuries. Paramedics swiftly transported the truck’s occupants to the hospital for necessary medical attention.Consequently, t...