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Corpse flower and clone expected to bloom soon at the Missouri Botanical Garden

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 12:51:06 GMT

ST. LOUIS -- A corpse flower named Octavia is expected to bloom next week at the Missouri Botanical garden. The eight-foot tall plants are among the largest of their type in the plant kingdom and witnessing the rare bloom is a feast for the eyes, and an experience for your nose. It comes with a powerful stink that is compared to rotting flesh.The Missouri Botanical Garden says that Octavia now has a twin. The corpse flower responsible for three blooms at the garden split earlier this year. There are now two huge plants preparing to bloom. Neighbor recalls moment house exploded in St. Charles They are both on public display at the Linnean House. Octavia should bloom next week and her twin's bloom is expected to follow. The blooms last from two to three days.Corpse flowers do not have an annual blooming cycle. They only bloom when they have enough energy stored in a large underground stem called a corm. It also depends on conditions like temperature and humidity. The blooms are rare...

Mr. Jump and Run will have you hoppin’ to get Atari’s New Game!

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 12:51:06 GMT

ST. LOUIS - St. Louis-based video game developer, Graphite Lab, is collaborating with gaming giant, Atari. Graphite Lab developed a game called 'Mr. Run and Jump.' It’s about a man searching for his dog, before his pet wanders too far. The game will be the first new cartridge game released for the Atari 2600 console since 1990! The Atari 2600 version can be preordered beginning July 31.mrrunandjump.comAtari.com

Hazelwood man charged with kidnapping, assault

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 12:51:06 GMT

ST. LOUIS COUNTY, Mo. – A Hazelwood man is accused of robbing and assaultinganother man while holding him at gunpoint.According to a probable cause statement filed by the Hazelwood Police Department, the victim visited the station on July 6 to file a report. Officers noticed the man had bruises on his head and face.The victim told police that Steven Williamson, 34, held him against his will at Williamson’s apartment in the 7500 block of Hazelcrest Drive. Williamson, who was armed at the time, allegedly took the victim’s cell phone and then struck him several times. Police claim a witness corroborated the victim’s story. Neighbor recalls moment house exploded in St. Charles Police went to Williamson’s apartment, located his vehicle in the parking lot, and found the victim’s phone inside the car.Williamson was taken into custody by an officer from a different law enforcement agency.The St. Louis County Prosecuting Attorney’s Office charged Williamson with first-degree kidnapping, un...

Burning pickup truck forces shutdown of westbound I-70 near Genesee exit

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 12:51:06 GMT

A burning pickup truck that ignited dry roadside grass forced the shutdown of westbound Interstate 70 near the Genessee exit shortly before 11 a.m., authorities said Tuesday morning.Related ArticlesColorado News | I-70 closed at Eisenhower, Johnson tunnels due to vehicle fire Colorado News | Three dead, two remain hospitalized after rollover crash along I-225 in Aurora Colorado News | Eastbound 6th Avenue cleared after three-vehicle crash forced closure and delays Colorado News | Northbound lanes of E-470 reopen at Colfax Ave. in Aurora after crash is cleared Colorado News | Arvada motorcyclist who died in crash near Nederland identified  Colorado Department of Transportation officials warned drivers to expect delays. Westbound I-70 traffic was being routed on a detour at Exit 256 for Lookout Mountain. On eastbound I-70, the right lane was open, CDOT officials said in an agency posting on Twitter.#I70 we...

Orange County DA declines to pursue case involving 'Creep Catchers' child predator sting

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 12:51:06 GMT

The Orange County District Attorney’s Office has declined to file charges against a man who was the target of a sting operation by an underground group that exposes and helps apprehend online child predators. The case highlights the greater level of scrutiny the District Attorney's office is now bringing to these cases.The man was arrested last week after a separate investigation by the Fullerton Police Department corroborated some of the findings of the Creep Catchers, or CC Unit. CC Unit is a self-described child advocacy group that targets predators by posing as minors online. Organizers claim to be responsible for “catching” over 300 people in Southern California, even though law enforcement and prosecutors are reluctant to publicly support their efforts.Recently, members of the group said a 39-year-old man had made arrangements to meet whom he thought was a 14-year-old boy near the Anaheim-Fullerton border.    The child was...

Watch: Burning trees threaten Studio City apartment building; man seen walking away from fire

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 12:51:06 GMT

A man was seen calmly walking away from a fire near a Studio City apartment building along the 101 Freeway early Tuesday morning, though officials have not confirmed if they are investigating the incident as arson.The fire was reported at about 3:20 a.m., according to the California Highway Patrol and Margaret Stewart of the Los Angeles Fire Department.When firefighters arrived at the scene at the southbound 101 and Lankershim Boulevard, they were able to extinguish the blaze with one engine, Stewart said. No injuries or damage to any structures were reported, but the No. 4 lane of the southbound freeway was closed until about 4:30 a.m. to accommodate the firefighters, officials said. Video from the scene shows flames consuming a copse of trees, and a dashcam appeared to capture a man in light-colored pants walking away from the scene soon after the fire began to grown. Officials declined to confirm if they are investigating the blaze as an arson.Nancy Fontan contributed to this rep...

McDonald's testing out new menu items in Southern California

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 12:51:06 GMT

McDonald’s has begun testing out new menu items, but it is only available to Southern California residents for now.The fast-food chain is offering two new food items, a Cheesy Jalapeño Sausage Egg McMuffin sandwich and a Cookies and Crème pie, which are both variations of classic McDonald’s menu items. McDonald’s ‘phasing out’ 3 all-day items from menu The new sandwich includes all the aspects of a McMuffin people know and love plus a cheddar cheese sauce and pickled jalapeno slices, according to a news release.The new sandwich includes all the aspects of a McMuffin in addition to a cheddar cheese sauce and pickled jalapeno slices, (McDonald's) The Cookies and Crème pie includes pieces of chocolate sandwich cookie mixed into a fluffy vanilla crème filling housed in a chocolate crust, a news release said.The Cookies and Crème pie includes pieces of chocolate sandwich cookie mixed into a fluffy vanilla crème filling housed in a chocolate crust. (McDonald's) Customers can purchase th...

Teen Girl Killed in Red-Light Collision on Barton Road [Citrus Heights, CA]

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 12:51:06 GMT

One Dead, 2 Others Hospitalized after 2-Car Accident near Douglas BoulevardCITRUS HEIGHTS, CA (July 18, 2023) – Late Sunday afternoon, one teen girl was killed in a red-light collision on Barton Road.Authorities responded to the scene around 5:40 p.m., near Douglas Boulevard.Per reports, the 16-year-old driver of a red Jeep failed to yield at the intersection and struck a 2003 black Escalade. Upon impact, the Jeep overturned and partially ejected a 15-year-old female passenger.Paramedics arrived and transported the 17-year-old Escalade driver and the two other teens to Sutter Roseville Medical Center. There, crews pronounced the 15-year-old girl dead.Meanwhile, the driver of the Escalade remained uninjured.At this time, Citrus Heights officials are still working to determine the circumstances surrounding the Barton Road two-vehicle crash. Once available, further details will be provided.No words can mend the broken hearts and sorrow felt during this delicate moment. Deepest co...

1 Killed, 1 Injured in Hit-and-Run Pedestrian Crash on Santa Rosalia Drive [Baldwin Hills, CA]

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 12:51:06 GMT

85-Year-Old Grandfather Killed, Grandson Injured in Pedestrian Accident near West BoulevardBALDWIN HILLS, CA (July 18, 2023) – Thursday night, one victim was killed and one was injured in a pedestrian crash on Santa Rosalia Drive.Police responded to the scene around 9:30 p.m., near West Boulevard on July 13th.According to reports, the driver of a dark-colored vehicle struck an 85-year-old man and his 41-year-old grandson as they were attempting to cross the street.Upon impact, the driver fled the scene without rendering aid or contacting authorities. Shortly after, another driver that was passing by noticed the men and called for help.Paramedics arrived and transported both victims to a nearby hospital where the grandfather later succumbed to his injuries. Meanwhile, his grandson was listed in stable condition.Following the events, the police are still looking for the suspect, and a standing reward of up to $50,000 was posted by the LAPD. Also, any witnesses who wish to be ano...

Passenger Dead, Driver Arrested after DUI Collision on Byron Highway [Byron, CA]

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 12:51:06 GMT

1 Killed, 1 Arrested after DUI Accident near Clifton CourtBYRON, CA (July 18, 2023) – Saturday night, one passenger was killed and a driver was arrested after a DUI collision on Byron Highway.Police responded to the scene around 11:05 p.m., on the southbound lanes of the freeway just south of Clifton Court.For DUI related reasons, the driver of a Chevrolet Suburban veered off the road and traveled down an embankment.Medical crews arrived and pronounced the Chevrolet passenger dead at the scene. Meanwhile, paramedics took the driver to a nearby hospital with significant injuries.Following preliminary duties, officers determined that the driver was intoxicated at the time. As a result, police arrested the driver at the hospital for driving under the influence.At this time, authorities have not released the identity of the deceased passenger. The CHP Contra Costa officials are asking anyone who witnessed the Byron Highway DUI crash to contact them at 925-646-4980.In this sorrowfu...