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Man charged in St. Louis child sex crime case, linked to another victim

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 18:39:51 GMT

ST. LOUIS - A man arrested Thursday in a St. Louis child sex crime case now faces criminal charges, and police say he is also linked to a second victim. Prosecutors have charged Osmani Haji Gul, 34, with first-degree sodomy, sexual misconduct, attempted statutory sodomy and four-degree assault in connection with two alleged incidents. She says an Uber stranded her, then things really got weird Police say the crime first under investigation occurred July 23 in the St. Louis Hills neighborhood. Investigators say the victim, a 6-year-old boy, was riding his bicycle when a man walked up to the child, snatched him off the bike, and took the boy to a nearby vacant residence and sexually assaulted him. The St. Louis Metropolitan Police Department followed up on more than 100 leads in connection with this case, leading to Gul's arrest Thursday afternoon. Amid the investigation, police learned of another incident on July 16 at Francis Park involving a 12-year-old victim. Sgt. Charles Wall...

Wentzville man dies in crash on I-70 in St. Charles

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 18:39:51 GMT

ST. CHARLES -- A truck driver died after a fatal crash on I-70 early Friday morning. He has been identified by the Missouri State Highway Patrol as James Melton, 36, of Wentzville, Missouri.A semi truck driver was stopping because of traffic congestion in a construction zone on westbound I-70 at around 12:30 a.m. Friday. Melton was driving a Dodge Ram pickup and failed to see the semi slow down. It slammed into the back of the truck's trailer and caught fire.Melton was pronounced dead at the scene.

Man gets life sentence in murder at St. Louis neighborhood barbecue

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 18:39:51 GMT

ST. LOUIS - A man convicted of murder in a deadly shooting several years ago has been sentenced to life in prison. Kennice Brock, 51, was convicted of first-degree murder and armed criminal action over the murder of Carl Netter in July 2020. She says an Uber stranded her, then things really got weird According to the St. Louis Circuit Attorney’s Office, Brock walked into a neighborhood barbecue at Biker’s Corner and shot netter after he was repeatedly asked to put his weapon away. This happened in the 1900 block of North Vandeventer Avenue in the Jeff-Vander-Lou neighborhood.Investigators say Brock fled to his home in Memphis after the shooting. He reportedly made a claim of self-defense at a jury trial last month, surveillance video paved the way to a conviction. Close Thanks for signing up! Watch for us in your inbox. Subscribe Now Daily News ...

Centennial provides active, vibrant lifestyle with easy access to Denver

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 18:39:51 GMT

Centennial offers an excellent option for homebuyers seeking an active and vibrant lifestyle.Situated just 13 miles from Denver, Centennial, named to reflect Colorado’s admission as the 38th state when the United States celebrated the centennial of the Declaration of Independence, maintains its suburban charm while offering easy access to the state capital.“The biggest reason it’s appealing is its location,” says Frieda Riggs with 8z. “You have the convenience of being close to downtown but still have that suburban feel.”The long, narrow city with odd boundaries is centrally located and offers residents access across the metro using E-470, Interstates 25 and 225, and public transit via the Dry Creek Station.“The location is ideal,” says Ann Winfrey with West + Main. “With E-470, you have easy access to the airport or Red Rocks without going through the I-25 corridor.”With over 100 parks, trails, and recreational centers spr...

A 194-room, $26 million hotel is slated to be Denver’s next homeless shelter

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 18:39:51 GMT

The deal’s not done yet, but city officials are already celebrating the Denver Housing Authority’s move to buy a 194-room hotel in the northeast corner of the city.Once the housing authority closes on the property, the Best Western Central Park hotel at 4595 Quebec St., the city will lease it and use it as a homeless shelter before eventually converting it into permanent supportive housing for people exiting homelessness. The purchase price is just shy of $26 million, according to the city and the housing authority.Those 194 rooms could play a big part in helping new Mayor Mike Johnston get closer to his ambitious goal of offering housing to 1,000 people living on the city’s streets before 2023 is through. Denver leaders have placed an increasing emphasis in recent years on providing non-congregate shelter options — places where unhoused residents have private rooms with greater privacy and safety than traditional homeless shelters.Tapping the Salvation Army ...

Authorities in Orange County searching for bank robbery suspects 

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 18:39:51 GMT

Police are searching for several suspects in Orange County after they robbed a bank and fled from the scene in Brea Friday afternoon. Initial reports indicate that three suspects are wanted in connection with the Brea bank robbery, which led to a pursuit that came to an end the parking lot of Angel Stadium. Footage from Sky5 showed both Anaheim and Brea police departments setting up a perimeter on East Gene Autry Way around noon on Friday. Police are searching for several suspects in Anaheim after they robbed a bank and fled from the scene in Brea on Friday afternoon. (KTLA)"You'll see large police presence, including SWAT and our helicopter," the City of Anaheim said on Twitter. "If you live nearby, [it is] best to stay inside and avoid [the] area as we work to resolve safely." Stolen car thief crashes into LAPD squad car, shears fire hydrant The suspects may have ditched their vehicle in a parking garage and fled to a nearby SoCal Gas facility parking lot. Employees of the faci...

Authorities release video of fatal deputy-involved shooting in Orange County

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 18:39:51 GMT

Deputies in Orange County fatally shot a suspected car burglar who walked directly at them carrying an axe, body camera and surveillance video released on Friday show.The shooting occurred on June 14 when authorities received 911 calls to report a man breaking into cars on Van Buren Street in Midway City.In several videos released on Friday, deputies are seen approaching the suspect as he rummages through a car in a gated driveway.They quickly notice he is holding an axe and retreat to the driveway entrance.Body camera and surveillance video show the suspect approaching the deputies with an axe in Midway City, California. Jun 14, 2023. (UCSD)“Drop the axe! Drop it!” the deputies shout.Instead, the man walks toward them with the axe in his right hand.  “Stop! Don’t move!” the deputies shout until the suspect gets to within a few feet of them and they open fire.The suspect falls to the ground with several fatal gunshot wounds.Authorities are still conducting a critical incident r...

Behind the Lens: The Production Powerhouse Cristina Barres Isac

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 18:39:51 GMT

Cristina Barres Isac, a force of nature in the world of commercial production, is reshaping the industry with her passion, determination, and relentless pursuit of excellence. Originally from Venezuela, Cristina arrived in Mexican in 2016 and has since become a transformative figure in the production landscape. Rising from a production assistant to a become a leading producer, Cristina’s stewardship, empathy, and problem-solving skills have propelled her forward.Cristina’s journey began at the prestigious Universidad Católica Andrés Bello in Venezuela, where she taught communication and visual arts. Since moving to Mexico to pursue her dream, she has built up an extensive body of work that illustrates her remarkable adaptability, proving that great productions know no boundaries and can be executed in any location given the right tenacity and skill.One example of a project needing multiple locations and the right amount of adaptability is the commercial Cristina worked on for Velvee...

2023’s Authors on the Rise: 15 to Watch in the Coming Year

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 18:39:51 GMT

Whether you’re an aspiring author looking for the guidance of more seasoned authors or you’re looking for your next read, today’s list of the top 15 author to watch in 2023 will serve you well. These professional and inspiring authors all tap into their own unique strengths and expertise to offer truly valuable books and services in their industries. From narrations that can ignite your imagination, books that offer practical advice, and stories that explore different perspectives and experiences, these authors know how to use words to leave a mark on the literary space. With profounds insights and admirable writing skills, the authors on our list bring something new to the table. Explore the list to learn more!Antonia BowringAntonia Bowring is an Executive Coach and Strategic Facilitator with a wealth of experience in early-stage and corporate settings. She specializes in challenging leaders to shift their awareness and change behaviors to thrive more. Antonia has created a strong ...

Breaking Barriers: Meet Iliana de Silva, the Trailblazing Visionary Transforming Latin America’s Fintech Landscape

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 18:39:51 GMT

According to the International Monetary Fund, women represent less than 10 percent of leadership, both as founders and as members of executive boards, of fintech firms.According to Forbes, a study conducted by Statista across 27 countries in Latin America found that just 3% of CEOs of the world’s largest companies were women.And according to labsnews.com, data from Crunchbase revealed that funding for female-only founded startups in Latin America went from $14 million in 2019 to zero in 2020.All of this provides inspiration for Iliana de Silva, co-founder of the fintech startup Techreo.“There are some investors who won’t look me in the eye because I’m a woman,” Iliana said. “They’re not used to having a woman around who can be like them.”But she does not let the actions of others deter her from achieving her potential while continuing to build a startup that is poised for expansion outside of Mexico.“This makes me work harder, but that should not be the case,” Iliana said. “We shoul...