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Man charged with assaulting mother of his child at airport

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 07:24:47 GMT

ST. LOUIS COUNTY, Mo. - A man is accused of attacking his ex-girlfriend and mother of their child during an arranged meeting last week at the airport.According to a report filed by the St. Louis Airport Police, the incident occurred on July 23.A bus driver at the airport contact police after witnessing the assault.Police claim the man, identified as Marenzo Payne, 19, had agreed to meet with his ex in order to exchange belongings. But during the meeting, Payne threw the victim to the ground, held her down by the back of the neck, and repeatedly struck her. Corpse flower now blooming at Missouri Botanical Garden Airport police arrived at the scene and took Payne into custody.The St. Louis County Prosecuting Attorney's Office charged Payne with one count of third-degree domestic assault. If convicted, Payne faces up to four years in prison and a $10,000 fine.

Mobile drug lab busted, fugitive's run ends in southern Illinois

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 07:24:47 GMT

WILLIAMSON COUNTY, Ill. - Authorities arrested a fugitive wanted by U.S. Marshals over the weekend in southern Illinois and busted a mobile drug lab arranged in an SUV. The Williamson County Sheriff's Office announced the arrests of Aaron M. Trover and Anthony Futia in the investigation. Trover was wanted on a federal warrant for amphetamine manufacturing. The incident leading to Trover's arrest unfolded late Saturday evening. Deputies spotted him in the parking lot of a Huck's Convenience Store on East DeYoung Street. As deputies approached him, Trover took off and prompted a 30-mile pursuit throughout southern Illinois. Corpse flower now blooming at Missouri Botanical Garden During the pursuit, Trover struck one patrol vehicle and nearly crashed into several others. Deputies say a precision immobilization technique helped in stopping Trover near the area of Illinois Route 166 and Boundary Road. Trover and Futia, a passenger in the suspect vehicle, were both arrested shortly aft...

Man charged in Maryland Heights business burglary

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 07:24:47 GMT

ST. LOUIS COUNTY, Mo. - A Hannibal, Missouri, man is accused of breaking into a Maryland Heights business suite and stealing company-owned electronics.According to a report filed by the Maryland Heights Police Department, the burglary happened on July 24. An employee of the Balchem Corporation contacted police and reported a break-in, saying somebody had stolen docking stations, computers, laptops, iPhones, and power strips.Police later arrested the suspect, Caleb Lovell, while responding to a separate call for a suspicious person. Cardinals trade frenzy begins: Montgomery to Rangers, Hicks to Blue Jays Police claim Lovell had stashed many of the stolen items in nearby places, and that he admitted to the break-in.The St. Louis County Prosecuting Attorney's Office charged Lovell, 27, with second-degree burglary and stealing - $750 or more. Lovell faces up to seven years in prison and a $10,000 fine on each charge.

Colorado State Parks will have free admission on Aug. 7

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 07:24:47 GMT

Colorado Parks and Wildlife plans to celebrate Colorado Day and the state’s 147th birthday by offering free entry to all Colorado state parks on Monday, Aug. 7.Colorado Day is Aug. 1, and commemorates the day in 1876 when President Ulysses S. Grant granted Colorado’s statehood. The state parks system is celebrating the anniversary by offering free admission to state parks on the first Monday of August. Other park fees will remain in effect on the day, including fees for camping reservations, boat and off-highway vehicle registrations, and hunting and fishing licenses.RELATED: 10 Colorado state parks great for hikers, bikers, climbers and birders Those who are considering taking advantage of the free admission can use the Parks and Wildlife park finder tool online.Read more from our partner at summitdaily.com.Subscribe to our weekly newsletter, The Adventurist, to get outdoors news sent straight to your inbox.

Former CU athletic director lists Boulder ranch for $7.5M

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 07:24:47 GMT

A 24-acre ranch near Boulder, listed for $7.5 million, blends the rugged charm of the Wild West with the easy convenience of modern living.The property, owned by former University of Colorado athletic director Dick Tharp includes a 6,793-square-foot, five-bedroom home designed by architect Ken Taniguchi and constructed in 2005.There’s also a 4,000-square-foot gymnasium or multipurpose facility and  fully equipped barn, as well as fenced and irrigated pastures.The Willow Creek Drive property sits about 15 minutes from the CU campus and downtown Boulder.The ranch provides unobstructed views of Indian Peaks and the Flatirons. Bordering the Teller and Fox Hills open spaces provides privacy and guarantees the adjoining property won’t be developed.“It’s ideal for the move-up buyer who wants space and privacy but still wants to be close to Boulder,” said listing agent Joel Ripmaster with Slifer Smith & Frampton.“It sits on 24 acres, but you feel like you have 1,000.”The open, airy home...

South Korean dog meat farmers push back against growing backlash

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 07:24:47 GMT

The dogs bark and stare as Kim Jong-kil approaches the rusty cages housing the large, short-haired animals he sells for their meat. Kim opens a door and pets one dog’s neck and chest.Kim says he’s proud of the dog meat farm that has supported his family for 27 years, but is upset over growing attempts by politicians and activists to outlaw the business, which he is turning over to his children.“It’s more than just feeling bad. I absolutely oppose these moves, and we’ll mobilize all our means to resist it,” Kim, 57, said in an interview at his farm in Pyeongtaek city, just south of Seoul.Dogs are seen in a cage at a dog farm in Pyeongtaek, South Korea, Tuesday, June 27, 2023. (AP Photo/Ahn Young-joon)Dog meat consumption is a centuries-old practice on the Korean Peninsula and has long been viewed as a source of stamina on hot summer days. It's neither explicitly banned nor legalized in South Korea, but more and more people want it prohibited. There's increasing public awareness of a...

Detectives investigating in-custody death of inmate in San Bernardino 

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 07:24:47 GMT

Authorities with the San Bernardino County Sheriff's Department are investigating what led up to the in-custody death of an inmate.According to an SBSD release, deputies at the Central Detention Center in San Bernardino discovered 41-year-old Anthony Edward Ramirez hanging inside a cell around 8:42 p.m. Saturday night. Deputies and jail medical staff quickly responded and began life-saving measures, and Ramirez was transported to a nearby hospital, where he was pronounced deceased. Officials with the San Bernardino County Sheriff’s Department’s Specialized Investigations Division are handling the investigation into Ramirez's death.  Security guard beaten to death by mob in Hollywood identified Ramirez was arrested on Sept. 21, 2021, by the San Bernardino Police Department for possession of a controlled substance while armed, felon in possession of a firearm and prohibited person in possession of ammunition. Anyone with information regarding Ramirez’s death is urged to contact...

Woman Killed in Multi-Vehicle Crash on Loop 101 [Scottsdale, AZ]

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 07:24:47 GMT

Four-Vehicle Collision near Hayden Road Left One DeadSCOTTSDALE, AZ (July 31, 2023) – Wednesday afternoon, a multi-vehicle crash on Loop 101 left one woman dead.On July 26th, at around 1:30 p.m., officers responded to the westbound lanes of the highway near Hayden Road involving a four-vehicle collision.Furthermore, the investigation showed that a Ford pickup tried to merge into the lanes but was not successful causing it to crash into a Chrysler sedan. The collision caused a chain reaction crash involving three more vehicles.For reasons that are currently unclear, the Chrysler rolled over causing the female driver to sustain extreme injuries.Emergency crews arrived at the site of the collision shortly after and pronounced the woman dead at the scene. Her identity has not yet been released by authorities.Meanwhile, the driver of the pickup truck suffered minor injuries and was transported to the hospital.At this time, the conditions of the other involved drivers are unavailabl...

1 Killed in Pedestrian Crash on Alvarado Boulevard [Fremont, CA]

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 07:24:47 GMT

Pedestrian Crash on Merganser Drive Left One FatalityFREMONT, CA (July 31, 2023) – Friday evening, an individual died in a car crash on Alvarado Boulevard near Merganser Drive.The incident happened on July 30th, at around 9:30, near the intersection of Alvarado Boulevard and Merganser Drive.According to reports, the pedestrian was struck by the driver. The impact of the collision left the pedestrian with serious injuries.Emergency crews arrived at the site of the collision shortly afterward. They later reported that the pedestrian died as a result of the injuries.Meanwhile, the driver of the involved vehicle remained on the scene and cooperated with the investigation.At this time, the identity of the deceased has not yet been released, and an active investigation into the pedestrian crash on Alvarado Avenue is still underway.The team at Sweet James sends their sincere sympathies to the family and friends of the deceased victim. May the memories of your loved one give you stren...

Rosanna Breuninger Killed after Hit-and-Run Crash on 12th Street [Albuquerque, NM]

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 07:24:47 GMT

40-Year-Old BicyclistDies after Being Struck by Hit-and-Run Vehicle near Los Arboles AvenueALBUQUERQUE, NM (July 31, 2023) – Saturday afternoon, Rosanna Breuninger died after a hit-and-run crash on 12th Street.The incident happened on July 22nd, just after 12:00 a.m., in the area of 12th Street Northwest and Los Arboles Avenue Northwest.Furthermore, a silver car took Breuninger to her home near Second and Mescalero Northwest, just a few miles from the incident.Afterward, a friend of Breuninger’s went to check on her when she did not show up at work. According to her friend, she went to the house at around 1:00 p.m. and saw 40-year-old Rosanna Breuninger without any signs of life on the floor.Consequently, she called the authorities to report the incident. Breuninger’s boss told the authorities that she went to a concert the night before she died and rode her bike.In addition, the police stated that Breuninger’s phone and other personal stuff were missing.Mean...