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The Original Crusoe's restaurant closing in south St. Louis

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 14:37:00 GMT

ST. LOUIS -- The Original Crusoe's is closing its restaurant. The eating establishment has been a fixture in the Mount Pleasant neighborhood of south St. Louis for the past 44 years. Patrons will want to stop by over the next few weeks as they use up the remaining inventory. The owner posted this message to the location's Facebook page today:"I am not sure where to start this post and this is probably one of the hardest things our family has had to do. Unfortunately, we are going to have to close our restaurant of 44 years.We have had a rough summer with the power going out twice and losing a lot of food. Plus, our hoods not working for over a week with many attempts to fix it and then finding out it was a fix on Ameren’s end. It saddens us beyond words and we are so thankful for the support we have had over the years.We have made so many friends and family from our customers and wouldn’t change that for the world. My dad, Steve, started this business in 1979 and my brother and I gr...

Man wanted for St. Louis and federal crimes arrested in southern Missouri

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 14:37:00 GMT

HOWELL COUNTY, Mo. - A man wanted on warrants for St. Louis-based and federal crimes was arrested earlier this week in southern Missouri. The suspect, 21-year-old James Beckring, was linked to stealing and domestic assault cases in St. Louis, according to the Howell County Sheriff's Office. A communications specialist with the Department of Justice tells FOX 2 that Beckring was also charged with conspiracy to defraud the U.S. Per his indictment, Beckring is accused of stealing catalytic converters from U.S. Postal Service vehicles. Police: DWI, hit-and-run suspect caught by his own Tesla cameras On Tuesday, Howell County deputies attempted to contact Beckring at a home, but he reportedly refused to answer. Deputies eventually entered the home and arrested Beckring. No injuries were reported from the incident. Beckring was sent to the Howell County Adult Detention Center and awaits extradition. He is also charged with third-degree domestic assault and endangering the welfare of a ...

List: Family-friendly 2023 St. Louis Labor Day weekend events

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 14:37:00 GMT

ST. LOUIS – Prepare for a weekend brimming with family-friendly excitement. Explore a diverse array of activities that everyone can relish together during this holiday weekend. From art festivities like the Big Muddy Blues Festival and the Art Fair at Queeny Park to the creative hub of Paint Louis, there are many options perfect for families of all sizes.Here's a list of engaging options for families to make the most of their time:Art Fair at Queeny Park -- September 1–3, 2023 -- Featuring up to 130 artists from 20 states, the Art Fair at Queeny Park is one of the longest-running art fairs in the bi-state region. This fair presents a rare opportunity for the public to witness and purchase original works of fine art.Big Muddy Blues Festival -- September 3, 2023 -- The Big Muddy Blues Festival is back. This festival showcases St. Louis's blues music scene, featuring a diverse array of local blues and Black heritage bands, including a fantastic mix of local legends and up-and-coming mu...

Brandon Johnson’s “surreal” moment Thursday wasn’t about making Broncos’ 53-man roster. It was about a practice squad WR

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 14:37:00 GMT

Pardon Brandon Johnson if he had a starstruck moment Thursday morning at practice.This wasn’t a Peyton Manning or Ciara appearance. Nor was it a reaction to the news Tuesday that he’d made the 53-man roster.Instead, Johnson was excited about Denver’s newest practice squad wide receiver.Not a misprint.In today’s NFL, 16-man practice squads can have vested veterans and the Broncos on Thursday welcomed in several, including wide receiver Phillip Dorsett.The 2015 first-round pick grew up in Fort Lauderdale, Fla., like Johnson did. Six years older than Johnson, Dorsett starred at St. Thomas Aquinas High, then the University of Miami, then was picked No. 29 overall by Indianapolis in 2015.“Oh man, yeah, I spent a lot of time watching Phillip Dorsett,” Johnson told reporters Thursday. “Especially when he was at Miami and I’m from down in South Florida. I remember him high school, college and the pros.“So it’s kind of surreal to see him here, pick his brain, ask him what he knows and make t...

More than 410,000 passengers expected to pass through DIA over holiday weekend

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 14:37:00 GMT

Denver International Airport, among the busiest airports in the world, will be extremely busy this Labor Day Weekend.From Thursday through Tuesday, more than 410,000 passengers are expected to pass through Transportation Security Administration checkpoints at the airport, according to a DIA news release.Friday and Monday will likely be the busiest days at the bustling facility with more than 78,000 travelers expected each day, a 6.2% projected increase from the same period in 2022.People flying should plan for plenty of time to get through security checks and to navigate the crowded airport. Passengers are advised to arrive inside the airport at least two hours before their scheduled boarding time and to be prepared for long lines.Summer is almost over but Labor Day is here to remind us the busy travel season ain't over yet! Here's what you can expect for the next few days: (thread)— Denver Int'l Airport (@DENAirport) August 30, 2023 There are four new TSA Pr...

2-car crash ends with one vehicle inside downtown L.A. building

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 14:37:00 GMT

A two-car crash ended with one of the vehicles inside a building in the Fashion District area of downtown Los Angeles late Thursday morning. The crash was reported around 11:05 a.m. near the intersection of East Pico Boulevard and South Los Angeles Street, according to the Los Angeles Fire Department.A two-car crash in downtown Los Angeles ended with a sheared hydrant and one of the vehicles inside a building on Aug. 31, 2023. (KTLA) A fire hydrant was sheared, causing it to burst in the area, while one of the involved vehicles ended up inside a building, aerial video from the scene showed. No injuries were reported in the crash.Responding crews notified the Los Angeles Department of Water and Power to assist with shutting off the water flow from the damaged hydrant, fire officials said in an alert.The Department of Building and Safety was also notified to assess the building for damage and Urban Search and Rescue teams were at the scene to help take the vehicle out.No further detai...

WeHo deputies arrest man accused in Hollywood attack with axe or machete

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 14:37:00 GMT

The Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department on Wednesday arrested a man they said attacked another person with a bladed weapon in Hollywood almost two weeks ago.Eric Vanhorn, 43, used "a sharp object that was described as an axe or machete" to attack another person at Highland Avenue and Romaine Street at about 1 p.m. on Aug. 19, the LASD said in a press release.The LASD West Hollywood Station and the Los Angeles Police Department shared information that allowed deputies to find and arrest Vanhorn Wednesday afternoon. He was booked into the West Hollywood Station for attempted murder and is being held without bail.He is due to appear in the the Airport Branch of the Los Angeles County Superior Court on Friday.

California Department of Corrections, CSU Dominguez Hills unveils graduate program for inmates

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 14:37:00 GMT

Incarcerated students in California can now pursue a master’s degree through a new partnership between the state’s Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation and California State University, Dominguez Hills.Beginning in the fall, incarcerated students can obtain their Master of Arts in Humanities degree through the HUX program, a joint project between the College of Continuing and Professional Education and the College of Arts and Humanities, a news release said. UC schools admit record number of California applicants; Latino students lead the pack This is the first time CDCR has formally partnered with a state university to offer a graduate program.  “CDCR is proud to partner with CSUDH to further the department’s commitment in expanding ‘grade school to grad school’ opportunities and also strengthen collaborative efforts with California’s public higher education system,” CDCR Secretary Jeff Macomber said in a statement.CSUDH's president shared similar remarks, saying that...

Three Injured after Stolen Vehicle Pursuit on California Avenue [Bakersfield, CA]

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 14:37:00 GMT

Three Individuals Hospitalized after High-Speed Collision near Union AvenueBAKERSFIELD, CA (August 31, 2023) – Wednesday night, three were injured following a stolen vehicle pursuit on California Avenue.At around 8:11 p.m., two California Police Officers were pursuing a stolen vehicle near the 2100 block of Bradley Avenue.The police eventually ended up pulling back from ground pursuit and continued pursuing the suspect by helicopter. Later police responded to a collision where the suspect crashed into another vehicle near California Avenue and Union Avenue. The crash ended up injuring three people.Emergency crews arrived at the site of the collision shortly after and provided first-aid to the victims before transporting them to the hospital.Thousands of people are injured each year due to reckless driving. If you’re behind the wheel, pay full attention to the road and your surroundings. Do not engage in any non-driving activity that creates a potential distraction. You can help prev...

We Hit The Mr. Gray, Deppe, Darby, Ben David Skull in Humboldt

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 14:37:00 GMT

Imagine you are sitting in the woods of Humboldt County enjoying some of the finest cannabis the galaxy has to offer and then out of nowhere one of the most legendary pieces of glass art anyone has ever smoked out of gets put on the table.That is precisely what happened last weekend. And not only did we get to see it, we got to hit it, too. The skull is a collaboration of Mr. Gray, Scott Deppe, Darby Holm and Ben David. It is considered by many to be the nicest piece of glass ever created for the sake of cannabis consumption. I consider myself among that crowd. Since 2014 when Scott Deppe first posted it to his Instagram, it has absolutely captivated hash and glass enthusiasts all over the world. It’s not just a looker, the Mothership Torus encased within the skull is an absolute ripper. I found out the hard way. This past weekend it was set up with a dual hookah hose attachment so two people could hit it at once. And back when it was first created, terp slurpers weren’t a thi...