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Ameren offers tips to prevent electrical fires as colder weather arrives

Published Sun, 16 Feb 2025 16:30:51 GMT

ST. LOUIS - With temperatures dropping below freezing last week, some St. Louisans have began to pull out their space heaters, electric blankets, and other items. Let it also serve as a reminder, it’s about time to start getting the holiday decorations up. Ameren has some advice on how to stay safe and prevent electrical fires this season.Our first blast of cold air had us reaching for all things cozy and warm, but some of those items increase the risks of fires during the colder months if not used properly. “The most fire deaths in the U.S. happen during the winter months, so this is the time when we’re most prone to lose lives unfortunately, said Tim Frankenberg, the fire safety engineer for Ameren.  Florida kidnapping victims rescued from downtown St. Louis hotel As you’re preparing that big holiday meal, there are some things to consider. Don’t put too many appliances in a single outlet. The electrical load needs to be distributed. “If an outlet’s hot or a cord starts getting ...

Legal Lens: Explaining the impact of a $1.8B verdict in realtor liability case

Published Sun, 16 Feb 2025 16:30:51 GMT

ST. LOUIS - A federal jury in Kansas City recently found realtors liable for inflating commissions. The jury ordered a payment of $1.78 billion to home sellers in Missouri, Illinois and Kansas.  In this week’s Legal Lens, Brown & Crouppen (www.GetBC.com) attorney Andrea McNairy takes a closer look at the significance of this case and what’s expected to happen before home sellers can receive any compensation.

Avs coach Jared Bednar after scratching Tomas Tatar, Jonathan Drouin: “We’re going to need everyone”

Published Sun, 16 Feb 2025 16:30:51 GMT

Aside from the two guys who haven’t been with the club all season and a couple of missed practices, the Colorado Avalanche has been a healthy team in the first month.Seventeen of the 18 skater positions were filled by the same guy in each of the first eight games — Andrew Cogliano replacing Kurtis MacDermid after the opener representing the lone change. Alexandar Georgiev started all eight games in net.Avs coach Jared Bednar made his first major alterations to the lineup Wednesday night when Colorado defeated St. Louis 4-1 to snap a two-game skid and improve to 7-2 this season. Veteran newcomers Tomas Tatar and Jonathan Drouin were scratched, with MacDermid and Riley Tufte replacing them.“Obviously, there’s disappointment,” Bednar said of the discussions with Tatar and Drouin. “Players want to play, right? I tried to ensure them that it is more of an overall team view. It’s not that I’m super disappointed in their play or something. I feel that both of those guys h...

Police investigating shooting near The Grove in Fairfax District

Published Sun, 16 Feb 2025 16:30:51 GMT

Police were investigating an alleged shooting near The Grove in the Fairfax District Thursday, authorities confirmed to KTLA.  Officers with the Los Angeles Police Department responded to the intersection of The Grove Drive and Beverly Boulevard at around 3:20 p.m. on reports of an assault with a deadly weapon and shooting.  Details are limited and it’s unclear what exactly led to the alleged shooting. However, one witness told KTLA's John Fenoglio that the shooting occurred after an argument or altercation between two men in a nearby parking garage that spilled out onto the sidewalk. At the scene, police were unable to locate a possible victim, but they were checking with local hospitals for potential gunshot victims.  Aerial footage captured by Sky5 showed an area on The Grove Drive cordoned off with crime scene tape while investigators canvassed the area for evidence.  L.A. police on the scene of an alleged shooting near The Grove in the Fairfax District on No...

Lanes Closed after Multi-Vehicle Collision on Interstate 5 [San Diego, CA]

Published Sun, 16 Feb 2025 16:30:51 GMT

Multi-Vehicle Accident near Del Mar Heights Closes Lanes on I-5SAN DIEGO, CA (November 2, 2023) – Early Monday morning, lanes were closed after a multi-vehicle collision on Interstate 5.The incident occurred on the morning of October 30th, at approximately 4:45 a.m., within the northbound lanes of the interstate at Del Mar Heights Road. According to the CHP, the collision resulted in the complete blockage of all lanes. It remained unclear how many vehicles were part of the incident and whether any injuries had occurred. Furthermore, two lanes and a HOV lane were reopened by 6:30 a.m., and three other lanes were still blocked. All lanes have been reopened since.No additional information was given by the authorities, more details will be updated as they become available.One small driving mistake can lead to multi-vehicle accidents. That is why it is important always to keep your attention on the road and your surroundings when you’re behind the wheel. Always anticipate wha...

Students Stabbed During Fight At Van Nuys High

Published Sun, 16 Feb 2025 16:30:51 GMT

Van Nuys High School went into lockdown after multiple students were stabbed during a brawl Wednesday.The stabbings were reported by Los Angeles School Police (LASP) around noon, informing the public that the schools were locked down and students would be dismissed at a modified time.“We are informing you of a stabbing incident that involved multiple students which took place on our campus,” Los Angeles Unified School District (LAUSD) Superintendent Alberto M. Carvalho said. “Students are safe, and LASPD will stay on scene and continue to provide safety and support to students and employees. Parents of students involved have been notified.”Students were dismissed at 3:38 p.m., with the school police providing visible patrols near the high school.“The safety of our students and staff remains our top priority,” Carvalho said. “There is no current threat to our campus and all students and staff remain safe.”The fight occurred between 11 s...

Woman Killed, 2 Injured in Rollover Accident on Highway 99 [Bakersfield, CA]

Published Sun, 16 Feb 2025 16:30:51 GMT

Female Passenger Dies in Single-Vehicle Rollover Collision near Olive DriveBAKERSFIELD, CA (November 2, 2023) – An accident occurred on Highway 99 Sunday afternoon, resulting in the loss of a woman’s life and injuries to two others. The fatal incident occurred shortly after 2:30 p.m. near Olive Drive on October 29th.The driver of a 2004 Ford was traveling south and approaching Olive Drive when they lost control while negotiating a turn. Subsequently, the Ford veered off the road, collided with a wooden post, and overturned.Investigation revealed that both the driver and the front-seat passenger were wearing their seatbelts. The female passenger in the back seat was not wearing her seatbelt, and she was ejected from the Ford onto the road, suffering fatal injuries.Medical personnel arrived at the scene and pronounced the severely injured female passenger deceased. Meanwhile, paramedics transported the driver and another passenger to a nearby hospital, where they were bein...

Amalie Olufsen to Take Home the Popular “Playmate of the Year” Award

Published Sun, 16 Feb 2025 16:30:51 GMT

Amalie Olufsen’s modeling career is a testament to her commitment and persistence. Hailing from the quaint town of Mo i Rana, Norway, she embarked on a remarkable journey that led her to the Playmate of the Year competition. At the bare age of 19, Amalie entered a world filled with glamor, challenges, and personal growth, a journey that would eventually take her from obscurity to the pinnacle of the Playboy industry.Amalie Olufsen, as a childThe annual Playmate of the Year competition, in which Amalie is a participant, is no ordinary beauty contest. It’s a popularity contest that typically features 11 different aspiring playmates from various corners of the globe. The competition kicks off on the 6th of December, and the grand culmination will take place in early March. For Amalie, this is an opportunity of a lifetime, one that was as awe-inspiring as it is daunting.This Norwegian girl’s debut appearance was in the May 2020 issue of FHM in the United States, followed by her ma...

Jeffrey Zaiger on Legal Trends and Predictions: The Future of Business Litigation

Published Sun, 16 Feb 2025 16:30:51 GMT

The field of business litigation is continuously evolving to adapt to new technologies, regulations, and economic conditions. Seasoned litigators like Jeffrey Zaiger, founding partner of Zaiger LLC, have valuable insights into where the future of business litigation is headed based on their extensive experience in high-stakes cases. By examining emerging approaches in firms like Zaiger LLC, we can identify several key trends that will likely shape business litigation in the years to come.More Proactive Litigation StrategiesOne prediction is a shift towards more proactive litigation strategies, as exemplified by Zaiger LLC’s early identification of potential disputes before any complaint is filed. This allows firms to help clients avoid unnecessary litigation costs and also better prepare for legal battles if they do ensue. According to Zaiger, an intimate understanding of clients’ daily business developments enables his team to spot risks early and take preventative measures.  Such ...

LA Hosts Lemon Cherry Gelato Battle 

Published Sun, 16 Feb 2025 16:30:51 GMT

Los Angeles recently hosted Connect Community’s Lemon Cherry Gelato Battle Royale. The classy name for the event was Cultivation Chronicles “Crop Steering Candies.” After previous community-building events in Sacramento and Palm Springs, this was the first installment in the Los Angeles area.Organizers noted that cultivators came together to create a collaborative environment to showcase the heat of a specific cultivar and share knowledge in cultivation and level each other up. “The LCG Battle Royale was introduced to celebrate the wonderful cultivation work of one of the most popular cultivars in the industry — Lemon Cherry Gelato,” said the event’s producer Sergio Picazo. “Candies are dominating the market right now, however, they can be challenging to grow. We aim to bring value to the cultivation community by having a focused panel discussion with killers sharing their perspective and grow tech on how to grow these small bud trait cultiv...