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Chilling account: Witness recalls deadly road rage shooting

Published Wed, 05 Mar 2025 04:37:51 GMT

ST. LOUIS COUNTY, Mo. - An eyewitness describes Friday morning’s fatal road rage encounter that she says unfolded right in front of her.Angela Brolaski asked aloud, “Why did he shoot him? He was running away?”Brolaski, in an exclusive one-on-one interview with FOX 2, says she was four or five cars behind the fatal shooting on Highway 141 at Gravois Bluffs. It happened at the Fenton intersection just after 8 a.m. She said, “I was just headed up to a Walmart to do a delivery, and I saw a guy come running out of his truck.” Man killed in south St. Louis County road-rage shooting She said everyone was stopped at a red light, when she noticed the driver of a landscape truck and trailer who went to the back. She said he went near a white van behind him, driven by the reported shooter.“I didn’t think it was anything,” Brolaski said. “Maybe something fell off their trailer, and they ran off to put it back on the trailer. Then he just pivoted and turned and started to run back to his truck...

Adam Wainwright praises St. Louis, reflects on journey in Players' Tribune letter

Published Wed, 05 Mar 2025 04:37:51 GMT

ST. LOUIS - Weeks after hanging up the spikes, Adam Wainwright wanted to reassure St. Louis that the city and the Cardinals organization will always hold a special place in his heart. Earlier this week, Wainwright wrote a heartfelt letter through the MLB Players' Tribune titled "Dear St. Louis," honoring his time in St. Louis and reflecting on his big-league baseball journey. One excerpt from his letter reads: "If there’s one thing I had to point to and say, I’m lucky I got to play in St. Louis ... because I’m not sure this would’ve happened everywhere else, it’s the way I was treated by my vets.In St. Louis, there’s a great culture of veteran players passing down the systems and traditions they’ve been taught along the way. It’s about always trying to make the guy next to you better — even when they’re trying to take your job!And I benefited from that culture as much as anyone." Adam Wainwright, Players' TribuneWainwright, born and raised in Georgia, was originally drafte...

Rottler Pest Solutions warns homeowners of seasonal pest invasions

Published Wed, 05 Mar 2025 04:37:51 GMT

ST. LOUIS COUNTY, Mo. - This is the time of year that pests go looking for a warm place to spend the winter. Spiders, stink bugs, and mice are all common problems homeowners face. Rottler Pest Solutions is still taking over 500 calls a day from customers.“They come out of the trees and the bushes and the agricultural areas, and our home is kind of a beacon of, I don’t know if you want to call it the insect hotel or what. But they come flying and running in,” said Jay Everitt, the technical director at Rottler Pest Solutions.  Man killed in south St. Louis County road-rage shooting Everitt says the gradual cool-down is ideal for all the pesky critters. “Some areas of the home that are kind of vulnerable are those upper parts of the house where the heat escapes. Like up where your gutters, your attic vents, things like that,’ he said. If you don’t get ahead of stink bugs, you’ll likely have to deal with them all winter. Treatments should start in September or October They’ll sl...

L.A. Live workers evaluated for possible chemical exposure

Published Wed, 05 Mar 2025 04:37:51 GMT

A hazardous materials crew responded to downtown Los Angeles Friday afternoon after employees at L.A. Live were possibly exposed to fumes from an unknown chemical coming from a barrel. According to the Los Angeles Fire Department, a 55-gallon drum was moved into a parking structure for cleaning, when an employee apparently became sick from the container's fumes.The employee was treated on scene by paramedics but declined transport to the hospital. Firefighters gather around a vehicle during a hazardous materials investigation at LA Live on Nov. 10, 2023. (KTLA)The hazardous materials crew responded to the entertainment complex around noon and were working to identify the contents of the barrel.Air conditioning units located near the drum were shut down in an effort to prevent the fumes from affecting other people.No evacuations were ordered initially, but first responders later decided to evaluate all L.A. Live employees near the scene. Several L.A. Live employees are evaluated afte...

Long Beach confirms first case of mosquito-borne St. Louis Encephalitis

Published Wed, 05 Mar 2025 04:37:51 GMT

The Long Beach Health Department has confirmed its first human case of mosquito-borne St. Louis Encephalitis since 1984, city officials announced on Thursday.The person who was infected was hospitalized but is currently recovering at home, officials said, and no other cases have been identified. "We are working diligently with healthcare providers to educate the community to prevent more cases of SLEV,” Mayor Rex Richardson said in a statement. “Mosquito control is a shared responsibility and residents must take an active role in reducing the threat of mosquito-borne illnesses in their neighborhoods.” Second-ever case of local dengue virus reported in Southern California SLEV is a disease caused by St. Louis Encephalitis and can spread to people if infected culex mosquitoes bite them. Most people who have the virus don’t show symptoms, but those who do can experience fever, headache, nausea, vomiting, and tiredness, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.In th...

The Aesthetic Potential of Hardwood Floors: A Guide by Villagio Wood Floors

Published Wed, 05 Mar 2025 04:37:51 GMT

Home decor can transform a space from ordinary to extraordinary, and one of the pillars of exquisite design lies beneath our feet: flooring. The right flooring provides durability but also acts as a canvas, elevating a room’s overall look and feel. Nothing does this better than hardwood.Why does hardwood captivate us? It is more than just aesthetics. A timeless classic, generations have cherished hardwood flooring due to its versatility, natural elegance, and durability. By design, the cellular structure of wood diffuses light, producing a soft glow, unlike tiles or laminates that reflect it.As the hardwood ages its colors deepen, developing a rich patina almost like an evolving art piece. Its varied grain patterns are nature’s design; no two planks are identical. Additionally, its rich texture can be the grounding element that complements other decor elements, whether you are aiming for a rustic farmhouse aesthetic or a sleek modern look.Cost-wise, hardwood flooring is a fina...

New ASIC Miners Revolutionizes Crypto Space

Published Wed, 05 Mar 2025 04:37:51 GMT

ASICRUN has started making a strong impact on the crypto market with the recent launch of its suite of advanced ASIC miners. The company’s new products, AR1 Miner, AR2 Miner, and EliteAR Miner come with market leading hash rates, making crypto mining more rewarding than ever before.AR1 Miner: Bitcoin 1050 TH/s, Litecoin 400 GH/s, Dash 20 TH/sAR2 Miner: Bitcoin 2200 TH/s, Litecoin 900 GH/s, Dash 45 TH/sEliteAR Miner: Bitcoin 4900 TH/s, Litecoin/ 2200 GH/s, Dash 100 TH/s Moreover, despite their high computational power, ASICRUN miners have moderate power consumptions of 650W, 1,300 W, and 2,800 W for AR1 Miner, AR2 Miner, and EliteAR Miner, respectively. This translates into negligible monthly power costs of $50 to $250, depending on the hardware used. Owing to these two factors, ASICRUN users can make extraordinary profits in quick time.Projected Profit/Month HardwareBitcoinLitecoinDashAR1$1,897$3,474$3,591AR2$3,974$7,813$8,011EliteAR$8,853$19,070$17,500  ASICRUN is dedicated to...

Cheryl Lowe Killed in Hit-and-Run Pedestrian Collision on 29th Avenue [Phoenix, AZ]

Published Wed, 05 Mar 2025 04:37:51 GMT

60-Year-Old Woman Fatally Struck in Hit-and-Run Pedestrian Accident near Hazelwood StreetPHOENIX, AZ (November 10, 2023) – Cheryl Lowe lost her life Wednesday morning in a hit-and-run accident while crossing 29th Avenue.Multiple calls reached dispatch around 5:45 a.m. in the vicinity of Hazelwood Street on November 1st.Reports indicate that a vehicle struck Lowe as she crossed the street outside of a designated crossing area. Tragically, despite medical intervention, the 60-year-old passed away due to the severity of her injuries.The driver responsible remains unidentified, and the authorities are actively conducting search operations. Investigations are ongoing, and anyone with relevant information is urged to contact Silent Witness at 480-WITNESS or 480-TESTIGO.No words can mend the broken hearts and sorrow felt during this delicate moment. Deepest condolences and sympathies are with the family and friends of Cheryl Lowe.Losing someone in a hit-and-run pedestrian accident is...

Meet Joshua Ocasio: The Innovative Mind Behind Iron Media Solutions

Published Wed, 05 Mar 2025 04:37:51 GMT

Opulence is the sought-after product of passion plus hard work multiplied by determination. Those who not only reach the pinnacles of success but plateau afterward are often revered for having seemingly unattainable qualities far removed from the rest of us. However, the reality of the path to affluence is not an unreachable mirage but the result of proven methods. Founder of Iron Media Solutions, Joshua Ocasio, has provided a blueprint of these approaches, continuously proving that passion, work, and resilience are the keys to success. He and his company continue to scale businesses to seven and eight figures annually and to understand how Ocasio can do this, a look at his journey is vital.Ocasio’s inspirational story begins after he started his career with $7,000 to his name after he quit his job at a car dealership. The young entrepreneur was given six months to prove to his family that he could go above and beyond the walls of college. He faced the challenge head-on. Ocasi...

Anaya Aesthetics: Crafting Personalized Beauty Journeys in Bali

Published Wed, 05 Mar 2025 04:37:51 GMT

Vera Kretschmar is a seasoned entrepreneur and investor known for her roles as an angel investor and property investor. Born in Germany, Vera’s journey began with business school in Frankfurt, followed by studies in Los Angeles. She gained corporate experience in China, managing retail leasing for CB Richard Ellis, but her true passion lay in entrepreneurship and investing. Vera’s commitment to values-aligned investments and her belief in creating something independently make her a prominent figure in angel and property investments. Her journey serves as an inspiration to aspiring entrepreneurs and investors, emphasizing the importance of integrity and purpose in achieving success.Vera knows that aesthetic treatments have created a new wave in the beauty industry with advanced procedures and improved results. People are now embracing this new change to regain their confidence with enhanced physical features. As an entrepreneur, Vera founded Anaya Aesthetics, which has be...