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Five takeaways from new Loons striker Teemu Pukki’s introduction

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 12:48:01 GMT

Teemu Pukki was understated during his introductory news conference as Minnesota United’s new center forward on Friday.Instead of a sport coat or even a splash of color, Finland’s all-time leading scorer wore a cream-colored sweater and declined to make an opening statement to the dozens in attendance on the club level of Allianz Field and more supporters watching an online stream.When a reporter tossed a softball question about what he’s looking forward to most in his new life in the U.S. After a 16-season playing career in Europe, Pukki replied, “It’s hard to say …”Then Loons manager Adrian Heath interjected: “Scoring lots of goals.”That would be an interruption in the status quo for MNUFC. The Loons signed Pukki to a high-priced Designated Player contract through June 2025 to be a sea change from the team’s sputtering goal-scoring resume at the striker position.After a strong track record with Norwich City in England’s Premier League and second-tier Championship, Pukki is i...

Take a look inside St. Jude 2023 Dream Home Giveaway

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 12:48:01 GMT

DARDENNE PRAIRIE, Mo. - An inviting front yard welcomes you to the 2023 edition of the St. Jude Dream Home Giveaway.“This would be a great home for a young family. It’s got four bedrooms, two and a half baths. Two stories, a big basement, a big backyard," said Elizabeth Kozeny, a development specialist at St. Jude. "It would be perfect for a young family or, you know, a growing family."The home, valued at $700,000 will go to one lucky winner next month, and tickets are going fast.“There are less than 700 tickets left. We sell a total of 16,000 tickets, where at the end of this, we’re going to raise $1.6 million to support the life-saving mission of St. Jude," Kozeny said. "But there’s only 700 tickets left, and they go really, really fast, so if you want to purchase a ticket, you should do so as soon as possible before they’re gone." What is causing the mysterious St. Louis County hum? This is the 13th year of the St. Jude Dream Home Giveaway in the St. Louis region, and it wouldn...

Brakes locked up before Pitkin County race car crash that killed James Crown, witness says

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 12:48:01 GMT

Before James Crown, a member of the family that owns Aspen Skiing Co., crashed his car at a Woody Creek racetrack, the brakes locked up, the car skidded into a curve and smashed into a barricade of tires covering a concrete barrier, a racetrack employee told investigators.James Crown, right, pictured with wife Paula Crown at MoMA’s Party in the Garden 2022 at The Museum of Modern Art in June 2022 in New York City, was killed in a racetrack accident in Woody Creek, Colo. (Dia Dipasupil/Getty Images)Crown, 70, died at the Aspen Motorsports Park on June 25. He was celebrating his birthday with members of his family at the track, according to a report released by the Pitkin County Sheriff’s department this week.The Aspen Times first reported on the release of the record.Crown likely died from blunt force trauma, chief deputy coroner Audra Keith said in a news release the day of the crash. The coroner’s office said Friday that the investigation is ongoing.Crown, a Chicago bil...

Smoking backpack prompts bomb squad response in Burbank

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 12:48:01 GMT

The 5 Freeway was brought to a standstill Friday afternoon after authorities found a smoking backpack on a Burbank overpass. The backpack was first reported by a civilian around 1:30 p.m. on the Burbank Boulevard overpass near the northbound 5 Freeway off-ramp.The caller said the unattended backpack was emitting smoke, which led to a response from both the city's police and fire departments.A backpack is seen on the sidewalk of a freeway overpass in Burbank on july 7, 2023. The backpack was reportedly smoking when authorities discovered it. (KTLA)Officers on scene located the backpack and confirmed that it was in fact smoking.The item was immediately determined to be suspicious which led to the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department Arson and Explosion Detail being called to the scene.As a precaution, the northbound side of the freeway was closed in the area while crews were on the scene. Drivers were being encouraged to use alternate routes or expect major delays. At this time, th...

Proposed California bill could remove roadblocks to becoming a teacher

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 12:48:01 GMT

A California bill proposes that student teachers get paid for the mandatory hours they need to work to obtain a teaching credential. Currently, California teachers need to complete 600 hours of unpaid student teaching to earn their credentials, according to California's Commission on Teaching Credentials. The requirement has been considered a roadblock for teacher candidates who can’t afford to work for free while still being responsible for paying school and living expenses, such as tuition, books and housing. California bill would increase teacher pay by 50% by 2030 The bill, officially known as Assembly Bill 238, was introduced by Assemblymember Al Maratsuchi, D-Torrance and would approve using one-time state funding to create a grant program for student teachers.School districts that have access to the grants would then pay student teachers the same rate as substitute teachers, according to the bill's text. An analysis estimated that the program would cost the state $300 milli...

Man Killed in Electric Scooter Accident on Pacific Coast Highway [Long Beach, CA]

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 12:48:01 GMT

Unidentified Man Fatally Struck in Scooter Collision near Cerritos AvenueLONG BEACH, CA (July 7, 2023) – Tuesday night, one man was killed in an electric scooter accident on Pacific Coast Highway.Police responded to the scene around 8:45 p.m., near Cerritos and Junipero Avenue on June 13th.Officers say the driver of a 2018 Dodge Challenger struck a man riding an electric scooter. Per reports, the Dodge was heading east on Pacific Coast Highway as the rider was attempting to cross northbound outside of a marked crosswalk.Upon impact, the 21-year-old male driver of the Dodge contacted authorities and remained at the scene to cooperate.Due to the extent of injuries sustained, medics eventually pronounced the male scooter rider dead at the scene. Although, crews have not yet released his identity.Emergency personnel blocked off the surrounding area for a brief time during cleaning operations. Following preliminary duties, police listed out speed, alcohol, or drugs as a potential f...

Inmer Samuel Cruz Dead after Hit-and-Run Bicycle Accident on Main Street [Los Angeles, CA]

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 12:48:01 GMT

23-Year-Old Cyclist Fatally Struck in Hit-and-Run Collision near 43rd StreetLOS ANGELES, CA (July 7, 2023) – Late Thursday night, Inmer Samuel Cruz was fatally struck in a hit-and-run bicycle accident on Main Street.The incident happened on April 13th, at around 10:30 p.m. near 43rd Street and Main Street.According to reports, the driver of a silver southbound 2008-2013 Mercedes Benz C230 or C330 struck a cyclist that was heading west on Main Street.Following the collision, the driver that struck Cruz did not stop to render aid to the victim. Instead, he fled southbound.Medical personnel arrived and transported Cruz to a nearby hospital with life-threatening injuries.Later, at the hospital, officials pronounced 23-year-old Inmer Samuel Cruz dead due to the extent of his condition.Following the events, the police released a $50,000 reward for those with information leading to the arrest of the suspect. Anyone with information can contact LAPD Central Traffic Division Officer Ba...

Driver Arrested after Suspected DUI Crash on Jason Drive [Canyon Country, CA]

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 12:48:01 GMT

Two-Vehicle Collision Near Flynn Drive Trapped One ChildCANYON COUNTY, CA (July 7, 2023) – Sunday morning, an off-duty nurse rescued a child from a suspected DUI crash on Jason Drive.According to the report, the collision at the intersection of Jason Drive and Flynn Drive in the neighborhood of Canyon Country.Police said the two-vehicle crash caused one of the cars, determined to be a white four-door sedan, to hit and damage a fire hydrant.Shawn Spencer, who was an off-duty nurse in the area, tend to the victims before the first responders arrived. Spencer reported seeing the driver of the white sedan with injuries. Afterward, Spencer extricated a child occupant in the passenger seat from the same vehicle.Eventually, deputies arrived at the scene and arrested a 26-year-old driver from Canyon County for suspected DUI. However, the names of the parties involved in the crash remain undisclosed to the public.Authorities reported no other injuries from the collision.The authorities...

Woman Dies in Two-Vehicle Crash on North Eastern Avenue [Las Vegas, NV]

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 12:48:01 GMT

76-Year-Old Woman Pronounced Dead after 2-Car Accident near Walnut AvenueLAS VEGAS, NV (July 7, 2023) – Tuesday night, a 76-year-old woman died in a two-vehicle crash on North Eastern Avenue.Las Vegas Police responded to the scene around 5:18 p.m., north of Walnut Avenue after receiving multiple dispatch calls in the area.Officers say the driver of a 2017 GMC 2500 entered a private driveway off of Eastern Avenue. There, the front of the GMC struck the right side of a Toyota Corolla, redirecting it to face a south direction.Medics arrived and transported the 76-year-old female driver of the Toyota to a nearby hospital where she eventually succumbed to her injuries. Authorities have not yet released her identity.The driver of the GMC remained at the scene and showed no signs of impairment. No further information regarding the multi-vehicle crash is public at this time; however, more information will be provided once made available.The team at Sweet James offers their warm and si...

Cruise ship that hit SF pier not leaving until Sunday

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 12:48:01 GMT

SAN FRANCISCO (KRON) -- A cruise ship that suffered damages after hitting Pier 27 while docking in San Francisco Thursday remains standing at the pier and won't leave until at least Sunday, KRON4 has learned. The ship, the Ruby Princess, made "unexpected contact with the dock at Pier 27 while docking," Princess Cruise told KRON4.No one was injured in the incident, and no passengers or crewmembers were in danger as a result of the accident, the cruise line said.The captain made an announcement over the ship's loudspeaker Friday afternoon saying people will be allowed to leave the ship and return if they want to. Meta, Red Hat cancel events set for SF’s Moscone Center However, the ship was scheduled to depart yesterday at 4:15 p.m. for an Alaskan cruise. Despite passengers having boarded, the ship remains in San Francisco while repairs are made.Members of the U.S. Coast Guard were on board the ship Friday, a Princess Cruise spokesperson confirmed. The Coast Guard is inspecting and r...