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Spanish Lake man convicted in shooting death of his ex-girlfriend

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:31:11 GMT

ST. LOUIS COUNTY – A Spanish Lake man was found guilty Thursday of killing his ex-girlfriend and shooting her mother. Jurors in St. Louis County Circuit Court convicted 23-year-old Dairius Kinnie in the death of 19-year-old Tianna Baker. Prosecutors said Kinnie shot and killed Baker on March 24, 2021. He also shot and injured her mother, then ran away from the police as they chased him.The state called multiple witnesses to the trial: a daughter who saw the shootings but wasn't injured, as well as several detectives, police officers, crime lab technicians, and the medical examiner.The jury heard a ShotSpotter recording that showed Kinnie paused after beginning to shoot and then started shooting again, clear evidence of deliberation. He shot Tianna Baker more than a dozen times.ShotSpotter is a device that hears gunshots and uses acoustic sensors to find illegal gunfire and immediately notify law enforcement and security staff.“The courage and composure this mother and her daugh...

Police shut down 'sesh' operation in San Bernardino

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:31:11 GMT

Several people were detained when officers served a search warrant Thursday at an illegal business in San Bernardino, police said. The business, referred to as a "sesh" by officers, was located near the northwest corner of Highland and Sterling avenues, the San Bernardino Police Department posted on Facebook."Numerous items of evidence were located and seized, including illegal cannabis flower and cannabis-infused edibles," a portion of the post read. A person is detained after police bust a "sesh" business on December 21, 2023. (San Bernardino Police Department)Evidence found during a "sesh" bust is seized by police on Dec. 21, 2023. (San Bernardino Police Department)An officer takes inventory after a "sesh" bust in San Bernardino on Dec. 21, 2023. (San Bernardino Police Department)There was also evidence of unlicensed tobacco sales and several people were detained pending further investigation, police said. Code Enforcement was called to the scene and red-tagged the building space...

MLB star gaining ground in Senate race, poll says

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:31:11 GMT

A recent poll of likely voters has provided an interesting wrinkle in the race for U.S. Senate.In California, the top two vote-getters in the primary advance to the general election, regardless of party affiliation, meaning two Democrats often square off in the general election.As things currently stand, U.S. Rep. Adam Schiff (D-Burbank) is expected to be joined by a Democratic congresswoman, though whether that's Rep. Katie Porter (D-Irvine) or Rep. Barbara Lee (D-Oakland) remains to be seen.However, if the results of a recent poll by Morning Consult and Politico holds true, a Republican may make the November ballot after all.Former Los Angeles Dodger and San Diego Padre Steve Garvey garnered 15% of the votes in the poll, trailing only Schiff's 26% and edging out Porter's 14% and Lee's 12%.When including likely voters who are leaning toward a candidate but have not yet firmly decided, the results are as follows: Schiff: 28%Garvey: 19%Porter: 17%Lee: 14%No other candidates polled in...

Shake Shack is giving out free food: How to redeem the limited-time deal

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:31:11 GMT

Shake Shack is giving its customers an early Christmas present with its latest deal.The burger chain is giving away free chicken sandwiches, bacon cheese fries and milkshakes.To redeem the deal, customers would need to place an order worth at least $10 at the in-store kiosks or online and enter a promo code to receive their freebie item. Shake Shack makes recipe changes for select items The codes CHICKENLINE, PROPFRY or SHAKESPREAD need to be used to receive a free chicken sandwich, bacon cheese fries or classic shake, respectively.One freebie can be redeemed per order.The deal is available nationwide at all Shake Shack locations, excluding those in airports, stadiums arenas, travel plazas and museums. The deal came to be after Shake Shack partnered with Barstool Sports’ "Pardon My Take" to bet on three NFL games last weekend. In-N-Out adds new drink options to its menus After all the bets paid off, Shake Shack held up its end of the bargain and footed the bill for the free sand...

Long Beach police investigating deadly shooting on PCH

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:31:11 GMT

Long Beach police are investigating a murder that happened Wednesday night on the Pacific Coast Highway.Officers responded to the 1000 block of East PCH at the intersection with Martin Luther King Jr. Avenue around 8:10 p.m. for a report of a shooting.At the scene, they found a 36-year-old man suffering from multiple gunshot wounds to the upper body. Officers provided first aid until paramedics arrived and transported the man to the hospital where he later died.He was identified Thursday by the Long Beach Police Department as Korey Brown of Long Beach.Homicide investigators believe Brown was shot after he was approached by an unknown person or people. Brown was struck multiple times and the shooter fled before police could arrive.The investigation is ongoing and detectives are still working to determine a motive for the shooting.Anyone with information is urged to contact LBPD homicide detectives Oscar Valenzuela or Leticia Gamboa at 562-570-7244. Anonymous tips can be provided onli...

2 Dead after Semi-Truck Collision on Loop 323 [Tyler, TX]

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:31:11 GMT

Two Fatally Struck in Big-Rig Accident near American Legion RoadTYLER, TX (December 21, 2023) – Two unidentified victims died Wednesday in a semi-truck crash on Loop 323 and American Legion Road.Reports indicate a collision between an 18-wheeler and a passenger vehicle. Upon arrival, emergency medical personnel declared two individuals inside the passenger vehicle deceased at the scene. The identities of the victims have not been disclosed by the authorities.For a short period, crews shut down the surrounding area for cleanup and initial responsibilities.A thorough investigation is actively in progress to gather additional details. Individuals possessing additional information are urged to promptly reach out to local authorities.The team at Sweet James offers their warm and sincerest sympathies to the friends and family of the deceased victim. May the memories of your loved one give you strength in the days ahead.If you have lost someone in a serious semi-truck accident, then ...

Roman Romero-Cruz Killed in Pedestrian Crash on Washington Avenue [Las Vegas, NV]

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:31:11 GMT

47-Year-Old Man Pronounced Dead after Pedestrian Collision near Nellis BoulevardLAS VEGAS, NV (December 21, 2023) – Roman Romero-Cruz died Sunday night in a pedestrian collision at the 4800 block of Washington Avenue.At approximately 6:40 p.m. on December 10th, law enforcement arrived at the location near Nellis Boulevard in response to an incident. Upon investigation, authorities found that Romero-Cruz, aged 47, had crossed Washington outside of a designated crosswalk.At that moment, a westbound 2004 Chevrolet Tahoe collided with the pedestrian. Due to the severity of the injuries sustained, medical professionals on the scene declared Romero-Cruz deceased.Meanwhile, the driver of the Chevrolet remained present and fully cooperated with the ongoing investigation. There is no suspicion of impairment as a contributing factor in the incident.Authorities are actively conducting an investigation into the matter.No words can mend the broken hearts and sorrow felt during this delicat...

Pianist Larry Vuckovich’s new show pays tribute to jazz giant and old friend

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:31:11 GMT

A conversation with Larry Vuckovich can feel like sneaking backstage at a nightclub to eavesdrop on your favorite musicians.A mainstay on the Bay Area jazz scene for more than six decades, the pianist has spent his career accompanying some of jazz’s most acclaimed artists, while recording an influential body of work as a leader. At 87, he’s an essential link to a rapidly receding era, which he recalls in detail with bon mottes, jokes and insights shared by his colleagues, and he wants to make sure that the giants who inspired and encouraged him get their due.Vuckovich returns to Yoshi’s in Oakland on Dec. 27 for a concert celebrating the centennial of tenor sax titan Dexter Gordon (1923-1990), whose 100th birthday passed quietly last Feb. 27. A formative experience playing with Gordon in Copenhagen’s Club Montmartre left an indelible mark on Vuckovich. In the midst of several months traveling and performing around Europe in 1963, he passed a master class in accompaniment during the ...

49ers’ Deebo Samuel on scoring spree as Ravens come to town for Christmas

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:31:11 GMT

SANTA CLARA — Deebo Samuel acknowledges he’s in the most productive stretch of his 49ers career, scoring more touchdowns than even Christian McCaffrey over the past four games.“It’s just crazy, because every time I get the ball, I try to score,” Samuel said Thursday. “It’s just tending to happen a lot right now.”Not that the 49ers are lacking points from others, but Samuel’s goal-line gumption could prove critical Monday when the 49ers (11-3) host the Baltimore Ravens (11-3), in a matchup pitting teams currently atop their respective conference standings, with three weeks until the playoffs.San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Deebo Samuel (19) makes a touchdown catch against Baltimore Ravens cornerback Marcus Peters (24) and cornerback Brandon Carr in the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Dec. 1, 2019, in Baltimore, Md. (AP Photo/Julio Cortez) Will it be a defensive duel between the NFL’s stingiest squads? The Ravens allow a league-lo...

Experts: Israel’s campaign in Gaza is most destructive in history

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:31:11 GMT

By Julia Frankel | Associated PressJERUSALEM — The Israeli military campaign in Gaza, experts say, now sits among the deadliest and most destructive in history.In just over two months, the offensive has wreaked more destruction than the razing of Syria’s Aleppo between 2012 and 2016, Ukraine’s Mariupol or, proportionally, the Allied bombing of Germany in World War II. It has killed more civilians than the U.S.-led coalition did in its three-year campaign against the Islamic State group.The Israeli military has said little about what kinds of bombs and artillery it is using in Gaza. But from blast fragments found on-site and analyses of strike footage, experts are confident that the vast majority of bombs dropped on the besieged enclave are U.S.-made. They say the weapons include 2,000-pound (900-kilogram) “bunker-busters” that have killed hundreds in densely populated areas.With the Palestinian death toll in Gaza approaching 20,000, the international communit...