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BPD sniper rifle falls off roof during Buffalo St. Patrick's Day Parade

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:43:41 GMT

BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) — A sniper rifle fell off the roof of a building during Sunday's St. Patrick's Day Parade, Buffalo Police confirmed. The incident occurred at 560 Delaware Ave. at the corner of Allen Street. Buffalo Police Commissioner Joseph Gramaglia says the security plan for the parade was thorough, but the department is investigating to make sure something like this never happens again. "This is something that doesn't happen. I don't ever recall hearing something like this ever happening," Commissioner Gramaglia said. Courtesy: Andrew MavrogeorgisCourtesy: Andrew MavrogeorgisCourtesy: Andrew MavrogeorgisCourtesy: Andrew MavrogeorgisCourtesy: Andrew MavrogeorgisPhotos of the incident show an officer looking over the edge of the building at a gun on the ground, which narrowly missed parade goers and a hotdog stand. "If protocol was followed and yet that still happened then we have to look into other policies and procedures to make sure nothing like this ever happens again," C...

Impossible Foods issues recall of breaded nuggets

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:43:41 GMT

ST. LOUIS - Dierbergs and Schnucks stores are offering refunds or exchanges for customers following a recall for plant-based "chicken" nuggets.Impossible Foods issued a voluntary recall last week after learning small pieces of wood were discovered in the packaging of two products: Impossible Chicken Nuggets (13.5 oz) and Impossible Wild Nuggets (13.5 oz).There is a potential risk of choking or injury to the mouth or gastrointestinal tract.Courtesy: Impossible FoodsAccording to a news release from Impossible Foods, the issue originated with a co-manufacturer, between Oct. 20 and Nov. 23, 2022. The company claims fewer than 0.000005% of total packages were affected.Customers who have previously purchased the nuggets in question are advised to check the back of the bag and look for a product code, located above the bar code.Customers can then check that product code among the hundreds provided by Impossible Foods. If you have a recalled bag, you can return it to the place of purchase f...

St. Louis City SC and partners help make soccer affordable for kids

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:43:41 GMT

ST. LOUIS -- St. Louis City SC is partnering with Together Credit Union and the Gateway Region YMCA to launch a new youth program called soccer for our city. It will help teens cover the cost to play in the YMCA'S soccer program. Organizers want more local kids to have access to soccer."You learn so much more than the game of soccer, right. How to work with a team. How to collaborate, how to communicate, a wide range of skills. That's going to help you whether you're a soccer player or whether you go to benefit another organization in the city of St. Louis. So really, it's all about building a foundation today for the future of our youth in the city of St. Louis," said Tom Kraus.Together Credit Union donated $10,000 to the program.

Free agency winners and losers for Broncos after heavy duty opening 10 days

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:43:41 GMT

Denver has signed 12 players in the first 10 days of free agency, including nine newcomers and three defensive returners. There’s plenty of work still to be done this offseason, but with the heavy lifting in free agency likely mostly done, here’s a look at some winners and losers for the Broncos so far.WinnersQB Russell WilsonFinal grades aren’t in just yet and Wilson could still lose a receiver if the Broncos decide to make a trade, but overall it’s hard not to think of him as perhaps the single biggest winner for Denver so far in free agency. General manager George Paton jumped right to the top of the market to sign Mike McGlinchey and Ben Powers in an offensive line remodel. He got a fullback an accomplished blocking tight end and a running back in Samaje Perine who should make third-down life easier for the quarterback after the Broncos were historically bad on that down in 2022. Wilson says he wants pressure and expectations and also wants to be coached hard. Sean P...

Single-family zoning rules would change across Colorado under Gov. Jared Polis’ plan to spark denser development

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:43:41 GMT

Gov. Jared Polis and Democratic lawmakers unveiled their sweeping land-use legislation package Wednesday, a first-in-decades reform that would reshape Colorado’s patchwork zoning system in an attempt to address the state’s housing shortages.The legislation — primarily coming from one, 106-page bill — will seek to encourage denser building in key urban areas; to better study and plan to address housing needs; and cut “red tape” and clear the way for property owners to build more units on their land. The bill would direct the state Department of Local Affairs to draft “model” housing codes for cities, though local governments would have the ability to accept minimum standards into their current regulations. If they don’t, the department’s model code would be placed upon them.The bills, set to be introduced Wednesday, represent Polis’s primary approach to solving the state’s housing crisis. The goal, the governor a...

2 faculty members shot at Denver’s East High School, police search for student suspect

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:43:41 GMT

A still frame from a video sent to The Denver Post by an East High School parent shows a person being loaded into an ambulance outside the school in Denver on Wednesday, March 22, 2023. (Video still via East High School parent)Denver police converged on East High School following a shooting Wednesday morning and said a student shot two adult male faculty members — and that the suspect had fled the school.Denver police Chief Ron Thomas said the shooting occurred during a “security search” of a student based on past behavior — “a regular protocol with this student” — that detected a gun. The student fired shots around 9:50 a.m. “and was able to get out of the school.”The student, who was not named because he is a juvenile, is required to be searched every morning as part of a pre-existing safety plan, but administrators had never before found a gun on him, police and school officials said.“We don’t have any sense of whe...

1 stabbed at South El Monte High school; suspect in custody

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:43:41 GMT

One person was stabbed at South El Monte High School Wednesday morning and a suspect is in custody, authorities said.The incident occurred around 10:30 a.m. at the campus at 1001 Durfee Ave., according to the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department.The victim was taken to a hospital with injuries that are not believed to be life-threatening. Their age and gender have not been released.One person was detained, authorities said without elaborating.No further details about the stabbing have been released.

Rain continues Wednesday before skies clear in Southern California

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:43:41 GMT

Periods of rain, high winds and mountain snow continued across much of Southern California Wednesday morning, with the National Weather Service forecasting the storm system sticking around throughout the day.  The 71 Freeway was closed in both directions at Valley Boulevard due to a "traffic hazard," according to the California Highway Patrol. One northbound lane reopened about 10:30 a.m., though the southbound lanes remain closed, according to Caltrans.The 71 Freeway was closed after the recent rains created potholes on March 22, 2023. (KTLA)The 60 Freeway was also impacted by potholes at Paramount Boulevard, aerial footage from Sky5 showed.Downtown Los Angeles received more than an inch of rainfall late Monday night through Tuesday as the heaviest rain drenched the metropolitan area, according to an interactive map from the Ventura County Public Works Agency. Higher totals were recorded in some locations, including the San Gabriel Valley, foothills and mountains.Snowfall of 2 to 5...

Teen Injured in Bicycle Crash on Ming Avenue [Bakersfield, CA]

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:43:41 GMT

Car vs. Bicycle Crash on Ming Avenue near El Portal Drive Left a 16-Year-Old HospitalizedBAKERSFIELD, CA (March 22, 2023) – Friday evening, a bicycle crash on Ming Avenue left a 16-year-old boy hospitalized.The incident happened at around 7:02 p.m., near El Portal Drive.According to reports, a 16-year-old cyclist was riding his bike in the area when a woman driving on the same road struck him. The impact of the collision left the boy with serious injuries.Emergency crews arrived at the site of the collision shortly after. From there, medics transported the boy to a local hospital for treatment of life-threatening injuries.Injuries sustained in a bicycle-auto collision can take a toll on a person’s financial, physical, and emotional well-being. That is why it is important to exercise due care and abide by all traffic laws whether you are a driver or a bicyclist. If you’re driving, always look out for bicycle riders at all times. Also, do not engage in any non-drivin...

3 Hurt Following Auto Collision on Highway 17 [Los Gatos, CA]

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:43:41 GMT

Traffic Crash near South Santa Cruz Avenue Resulted in Multiple InjuriesLOS GATOS, CA (March 22, 2023) – Monday evening, a car collision on Highway 17 left at least three people with injuries.According to the California Highway Patrol, the crash happened around 8:49 p.m. along the northbound State Route 17, just south of South Santa Cruz Avenue.At this time, the circumstances that led up to the incident and the total number of vehicles involved remain unknown.Responding emergency personnel said at least three people were injured, however, it was unclear if anyone was transported to a hospital.In the end, authorities advised motorists to expect delays in the area of the incident.No further details regarding the Highway 17 car collision have been released to the public. Santa Clara County Officials will provide more information once available.One small driving mistake can lead to a car collision. This is why it is important to drive defensively and always abide by all driving la...