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St. Louis mayor signs executive order in support of transgender community

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:45:39 GMT

ST. LOUIS - St. Louis Mayor Tishaura Jones signed an executive order Thursday in support of transgender residents, outlining several steps the city will take to support the transgender community. Executive Order No. 77 points to actions taken by state lawmakers, such as restricting access to gender-affirming care and setting new rules for sports competitions, as reasons for the mayor’s action. “In St. Louis, everyone deserves to thrive, regardless of their gender identity or expression,” said Jones in a statement. “I’ve heard from trans youth and their families who feel like hateful attacks from Jefferson City Republicans will force them to leave our state. This order sends the message that St. Louis will fight to protect our trans community in the face of bigotry.”   Trending -- Former ‘Basketball Wives’ star from St. Louis admits multiple frauds The mayor's office says the executive order will enact more inclusive practices in four ways to protect transgender...

Coast Guard shares boat safety reminders as yacht remains stuck in Mississippi River

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:45:39 GMT

ST. LOUIS – As Memorial Day weekend approaches, the U.S. Coast Guard has some safety tips and reminders for anyone planning to head out on the water."The river's always changing. There's constant shoaling," said Lt. John Hancock, U.S. Coast Guard.One hidden danger in the Mississippi River – chevrons. Earlier this week, a yacht from Florida struck a chevron south of the McKinley Bridge and began to take on water. Two men were rescued. As of Thursday afternoon, the boat remains lodged on that chevron.Chevrons are U-shaped rock structures that are built parallel to the flow of the river.Memorial Day weekend is a big weekend for boaters, not only on the river but also on the lakes. The Coast Guard said those can be dangerous waters if you're not prepared. Mom: Son with disabilities restrained at school 75 times in four years "Anytime you're transiting the river, the bottom of the river is constantly changing," Lt. Colby LaDuque, U.S. Coast Guard Chief Enforcement Officer, said. "And s...

Boeing to build new St. Louis facility for military aircraft production

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:45:39 GMT

ST. LOUIS - Boeing plans to build a new large-scale facility in the St. Louis region that will specialize in military aircraft production. Boeing says it recently began construction on an advanced coatings center, though has not yet disclosed the exact location. The company hopes to open a 47,500-square-foot facility in 2025. The advanced coatings center will be the third as part of Phantom Works’ multi-billion-dollar Production System of the Future effort. Boeing says the facility will allow for "critical post-assembly phases of production" involving future military aircraft. Trending -- Former ‘Basketball Wives’ star from St. Louis admits multiple frauds “As we pivot toward future programs, Boeing’s defense business is in the midst of oneof the most significant investments in new facilities in our history,” said Steve Nordlund,Air Dominance vice president and general manager, and St. Louis senior site executive.“This investment is not only to win new future franchise programs b...

Crash in Arvada involving Denver police vehicle closes northbound Wadsworth Boulevard

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:45:39 GMT

A three-vehicle crash in Arvada involving a Denver police vehicle has closed northbound lanes of Wadsworth Boulevard and sent two people, including a Denver officer, to a hospital.APD is at the scene of a three-car crash at W. 66th Ave and Wadsworth. The crash was reported at 2:24 pm. One of the vehicles is a Denver Police vehicle. Two people were transported to a local hospital. One of those transported is a DPD officer. APD is investigating. pic.twitter.com/5CYqmXq9u8— Arvada Police (@ArvadaPolice) May 25, 2023The crash happened at West 66th Avenue and Wadsworth Boulevard, according to a 3:31 p.m. tweet by the Arvada Police Department.Related ArticlesCrime and Public Safety | Driver, passenger die in vehicle crash in Denver near City Park Crime and Public Safety | 19-year-old charged with vehicular homicide after fatal crash on U.S. 85 in Brighton Crime and Public Safety | I-70 eastbound lanes reopened after 18-wheeler truck crash...

Sean Payton says release of kicker Brandon McManus was in best interest of Broncos

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:45:39 GMT

The Broncos’ first day of OTAs open to media members Thursday was spirited and filled with energy. Yet, there was one thing that was missing.Denver didn’t have a kicker in attendance after releasing Brandon McManus on Tuesday. Although three kickers worked out for the Broncos on Wednesday, none were signed, forcing the team to use a machine during practice.Despite a rough 2022 season, the release of McManus was surprising, but Payton said the decision to let go of the last remaining member of the Super Bowl 50 roster was in the team’s best interest.“A lot of the time, money and what your ‘musts’ are come into it,” Payton said. “The transactions continue here from now until training camp. There may be a player or two that we are still looking to sign. We factored that in, and then we made that decision.”By releasing McManus with a post-June 1 designation, the Broncos will carry $1.231 million in dead cap space and save $3.75 million against the 2023 salary cap. He was under con...

Suspect in fatal shooting in NE Denver is arrested in Dallas

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:45:39 GMT

A suspect in a fatal shooting in northeast Denver has been arrested in Dallas, police said.Related ArticlesCrime and Public Safety | Boulder King Soopers defendant undergoes neuropsychological exams, involuntary treatment Crime and Public Safety | Denver police investigating homicide that left 1 dead, 1 seriously injured Crime and Public Safety | SUV crashes into 7-Eleven in Aurora, police find man who’d been fatally shot near vehicle Crime and Public Safety | Colorado man sentenced to life in prison for Texas stabbing Crime and Public Safety | One man dead, four wounded after gunfight at apartments near Cherry Creek reservoir On May 7, officers responded to a shooting in the Green Valley Ranch area, in the 4900 block of Fundy Street, according to the Denver Police Department. The shooting victim, a man, died at the scene.Investigators identified Terrel Morris, 31, as a suspect in the shooting. Mor...

Father remembers son who fell from 6th Street Bridge; refutes LAPD report of social media stunt

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:45:39 GMT

Paul Luna beams with pride as he remembers his vibrant 17-year-old son Anthony. "He was just a joker," Luna said. "For people who met him, who had the opportunity to meet him, that was the No. 1 thing."Anthony died last Saturday night after he fell from the 6th Street Viaduct around 2 a.m.What was supposed to be a fun evening out with friends turned tragic when the high school senior and a group of his friends came to hang out multimillion dollar overpass. Luna says his son was climbing a fence along the bridge, when he slipped and fell. He was transported to the hospital, but was pronounced dead.The Los Angeles Police Department says the accident happened as Anthony climbed one of the bridge's signature arches, with the intent of posting the video on social media.His loved ones argue that it wasn't a social media stunt, rather just a kid being a kid. He didn't use social media often and he didn't care about the attention or interaction that came with it, they claim."On th...

CVS adds mental health treatment at SoCal drugstores

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:45:39 GMT

Feeling blue? Help may be just around the corner.CVS is adding mental health treatment to its Minute Clinics at a half-dozen Southern California drugstores.The therapy is available at CVS outlets in Long Beach, Los Angeles, Rancho Cucamonga, Riverside, Santa Clarita and Thousand Oaks."We continue to see a need for accessible mental health care across the country," Sheryl Burke, senior vice president of corporate social responsibility, said in a recent statement.Adding counseling and therapy to Minute Clinics makes treatment more convenient and accessible for many people.It's also recognition by a major healthcare player that mental health is just as important as physical well-being.CVS says about 80% of its patients report a decline in depression symptoms after meeting with a therapist.Sometimes just verbalizing feelings, or simply being heard, can help a stressed or anxious person feel better.Therapists and counselors working with CVS will accept most major health plans.Also check ...

Universal Studios Hollywood to host Pride event in June

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:45:39 GMT

Universal Studios Hollywood is partnering with LA Pride once again to host an after-dark event to celebrate Pride Month in June.The event will occur on June 8 from 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. The event is open to guests of all ages and includes early park entry, officials announced. Disneyland to host its first-ever After Dark Pride event Parkgoers who purchase a general admission ticket to the event can enter the park at 4 p.m. while those who purchased a VIP ticket can enter the park at 2 p.m.The event will include:Live DJ setsMeet and greets with Universal Park charactersPhoto opportunitiesMusical guestsDrag performancesCash Bars are available to guests 21 years old or olderAttractions and themed areas, including Super Nintendo World, along with select retail locations, will remain open during the ticketed event. Six Flags Magic Mountain announces re-opening date for Hurricane Harbor, other summer events The event will also serve as a fundraiser for Christopher Street West. This non-or...

Jessi Park: a Renaissance Entrepreneur for the Modern Age

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:45:39 GMT

As an entrepreneur and owner of multiple businesses, Jessi Park is often asked questions such as, “How did you become so successful? Did you have connections in the industry that helped you?”In fact, she started her insurance career while on unemployment benefits. “I wasn’t sure which direction to take,” she shares. “I took a job in the insurance industry as a stop-gap measure until I could find a ‘real’ job with benefits, a steady salary, and a 401k. Little did I know, my life was about to change.”In the early days of her insurance career, Park made between 300 and 500 calls per day and worked long hours, sometimes up to 15 hours a day. Her success was not immediate, but came through her unwavering dedication and hard work. Now she owns and runs Inspired Insurance Solutions, an insurance brokerage that specializes in providing a wide range of insurance solutions to clients across the United States.The company is passionate about helping people and offers expertise in the healthcare...