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Missouri's education department pays for teacher certification tests amid educator shortage  

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:48:34 GMT

JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. - The state's education department is using federal COVID relief money to pay for certification tests for teachers, an effort to help combat the shortage of educators. Until the end of September, incoming and current teachers can register to take up to three certification tests for free, with the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE) picking up the tab. The goal is to help get more educators in the classroom in a state that is suffering a teacher shortage crisis. "I think we're still in for a couple rough years of trying to fill our classrooms," said assistant DESE commissioner Paul Katnik. "Hopefully there is relief on the way, but certainly, we aren't there yet." Triple shooting at North St. Louis gas station one dead, two injured A lack of educators has been an ongoing struggle in Missouri for several years. "We started talking about how we aren't headed in the right direction and then the pandemic certainly didn't help us. It kind of exasp...

Hundreds protest Dodgers' Pride night event honoring LGBTQ+ 'nun' group

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:48:34 GMT

Hundreds of religious protestors held a "prayerful procession" outside Dodger Stadium Friday night in response to the Dodgers honoring an LGBTQ “nun” group at its Pride Night event.The Los Angeles Dodgers will be honoring the Sisters of Perpetual Indulgence with a Community Hero Award prior to their game against the San Francisco Giants.The Sisters are a group of self-described queer and trans “nuns” who focus on philanthropic work while using “humor and irreverent wit to expose the forces of bigotry, complacency and guilt that chain the human spirit,” according to the group’s website.Pro-Catholic demonstrators hold signs outside Dodger Stadium ahead of the team's Pride Night event. June 16, 2023. (KTLA)“We’re just here, all the faiths are standing united,” Jesse Holguin, one protester, told KTLA. “We’re very angry that the Dodgers invited this group that mocked our lord and savior Jesus Christ.”The rally, organized by Catholics for Catholics, featured music, speakers, and prayer, a...

Man Dies in Rear-End Accident on Highway 180 [Sanger, CA]

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:48:34 GMT

Unidentified Male Driver Killed in Rear-End Collision near Bethel AvenueSANGER, CA (June 16, 2023) – Early Wednesday morning, one man was killed in a rear-end accident on Highway 180.Officers responded to the scene around 3:00 a.m., along Highway 180, just west of Bethel Avenue.Upon arrival, officers determined that an eastbound Dodge Charger rear-ended a Honda Odyssey. Upon impact, the Odyssey veered off the road and into a tree where it became engulfed in flames.Due to the extent of his condition, medics pronounced the solo occupant of the Honda dead at the scene. Although, authorities have not yet released his identity.Meanwhile, medics transported four people inside the Dodge to a nearby hospital for treatment of moderate injuries.California Highway Patrol officers determined that excessive speed and reckless driving is the primary cause of the collision. In addition, intoxication was ruled out as a potential factor. Once available, further details will be provided.The tea...

Martin Craig Arrested after Fatal Motorcycle Accident on Sandario Road [Tucson, AZ]

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:48:34 GMT

17-Year-Old Motorcyclist Dies after Being Involved in Vehicle Collision Near West Desert Wren DriveTUCSON, AZ (June 16, 2023) – Sunday afternoon, Martin Craig was arrested after hitting and killing a motorcyclist.It happened on June 11th at around 4:15 p.m. at the intersection of North Sandario Road and West Desert Wren Drive.According to the Pima County Sheriff’s Department, they arrived at the scene and found a 17-year-old motorcyclist lying in the roadway.Upon investigation, the officers discovered that the rider was headed northbound on North Sandario Road and 42-year-old Craig was traveling south.Furthermore, Craig was driving a Chevrolet Trailblazer when he attempted to make a left turn onto West Desert Wren Drive.As a result, Craig struck the rider and left him with serious life-threatening injuries.Consequently, responding officers transported the rider to the hospital who suffered deadly injuries.Unfortunately, the rider did not survive his injuries and he was p...

Roger Calahan Killed in Hit-and-Run Pedestrian Crash on El Cajon Boulevard [San Diego, CA]

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:48:34 GMT

42-Year-Old Man Fatally Struck in Hit-and-Run Collision near 63rd StreetSAN DIEGO, CA (June 16, 2023) – Early Saturday morning, Roger Calahan was killed in a hit-and-run crash on El Cajon Boulevard.The incident occurred around 5:00 a.m., at the 6300 block of El Cajon Boulevard on May 20th.For reasons unknown, the driver of a vehicle struck Calahan and pulled over. Shortly after, the driver returned to his vehicle and fled the scene.First responders arrived and transported 42-year-old Calahan to Scripps Mercy Hospital where he later succumbed to his injuries nine days later.At this time, an active investigation to determine further information is still currently underway. Once available, more details will be provided.The team at Sweet James offers their sincere condolences to the family and friends of Roger Calahan. May you find comfort and strength during this difficult time.If you or a family member has suffered injuries in a hit-and-run pedestrian accident, then reach out to...

Simon Fraire Lamas Killed in Head-On Collision on Highway 119 [Bakersfield, CA]

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:48:34 GMT

56-Year-Old Man Dies in Head-On Accident near Coles Levee RoadBAKERSFIELD, CA (June 16, 2023) – Early Wednesday morning, Simon Fraire Lamas was killed in a head-on collision on Highway 119.Authorities responded to the scene just before 5:30 a.m., just east of Coles Levee Road on May 31st.Per reports, 45-year-old Joel Frakes was driving a 2019 GMC Sierra and veered off the westbound lanes and into oncoming lanes. As a result, the GMC collided head-on with a Ford F-250 driven by 46-year-old Mario Bernardino Argil.The GMC Sierra also struck a GMC 1500 pickup-truck, driven by 56-year-old Lamas.Medics arrived and pronounced Lamas dead at the scene, due to the extent of injuries sustained. Meanwhile, paramedics transported Frakes and Argil to Kern Medical with major injuries.Following preliminary duties, officers determined that impairment did not play a factor. However, an active investigation is still currently underway. Once available, further details will be provided.The team at...

Letters: BART oversight | Can U.S. survive? | Florida doing better | Qualified candidates

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:48:34 GMT

Submit your letter to the editor via this form. Read more Letters to the Editor.Oversight may notbe enough for BARTRe: “BART bailout should come with state oversight, other conditions” (Page A6, June 13).Thank you BART Director Debora Allen for a reality check on BART.I grew up riding BART to the A’s and for school trips to San Francisco. Today, it is dirty, crime-ridden and costs are out of control. Caltrain faced problems and reimagined its fleet. I love VTA now in the South Bay, with my only complaint for it to be faster through San Jose. BART simply asks for more money.Maybe it is time for someone else entirely to run the system.Niall AdlerCampbellCan U.S. survive anotherTrump presidency?Let’s not forget the chaotic and despicable events of Jan. 6, 2021, and the man who was responsible, the man behind “The Big Lie,” Donald Trump.As president, he is on record trying to change or negate the votes of Americans and alter the results of a free and fair election to b...

One dead in shooting at skate park in unincorporated San Leandro

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:48:34 GMT

Authorities are investigating a shooting in unincorporated San Leandro that left a man in his twenties dead in the parking lot of the Jack Holland Sr. Skate Park.Eden Township Substation deputies responded to the scene at approximately 9 p.m., Thursday night after reports of shots fired in the area. Authorities found a male victim with one gunshot wound to his chest. The man succumbed to his injuries after deputies began lifesaving measures. The Alameda County coroner is currently trying to identify the individual.Anyone with information is encouraged to call the Alameda County Sheriff’s Office at 510-667-7721. Anonymous tips can be provided at 510-667-3622.

Bright laser rainbow flag returning to Market Street in San Francisco

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:48:34 GMT

SAN FRANCISCO (KRON) -- A bright rainbow flag made up of massive lasers will again flood San Francisco’s Market Street starting on Friday, June 23, and will continue shining for three nights.The 4.1-mile installation by arts nonprofit Illuminate debuted last year to great fanfare, setting off celebrations up and down the length of Market Street. (Image courtesy Illuminate)With a 49-foot width and a length exceeding four miles, the installation will consist of six colored laser beams -- purple, blue, green, yellow, orange, red. Lasers positioned near the Ferry Building will shoot horizontally above Market Street, rising at a subtle 3-degree angle to crest at Twin Peaks. This year, plans call for 12 lasers, double the number of last year’s installation, creating an even more vibrant rainbow flag. The artistic illumination represents the world’s largest Pride flag. (Image courtesy Illuminate) (Image courtesy Illuminate)The installation, named "WELCOME," is part of the city's month-long...

The SF Bay Area Pro-Am aims to bring elite basketball to the bay this summer

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:48:34 GMT

SAN FRANCISCO (KRON) -- The SF Bay Area Pro-Am is back for the summer at the historic Kezar Pavilion gym for Bay Area hoop fans. The pro-am welcomes college players, pros, and even high school players to play in the league and showcase their skills. Some big names players who have played in the SF Bay Area Pro-Am over the years include Stephen Curry, Jason Kidd, Aaron Gordon, Jeremy Lin, Garry Payton, Brian Shaw, Jason Richardson, and Matt Barnes. Bay Area native Aaron Gordon of the Denver Nuggets, who this week helped the franchise win its first NBA championship, also played in the league. "The San Francisco Pro-Am is very proud of the achievement that Aaron Gordon has made and excited that another one of our alumni has had the opportunity to advance his skills to an NBA Championship," said Jon Greenberg-League Director for the San Francisco Pro-Am for the last 43 yrs. The Bay Raiders will play Bay City tonight at 8 p.m. at Kezar. For a complete list of upcoming games in ...