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Flags at half-staff on day of Hermann officer's funeral

Published Wed, 12 Feb 2025 12:50:10 GMT

JEFFERSON CITY — Missouri flags are flying at half staff this Sunday to honor fallen Hermann Police Department Detective Sergeant Mason Griffith. He was shot and killed during an incident at a gas station on March 12. A funeral for the officer is being held this weekend.Flags at government buildings in Gasconade County will be at half staff on March 19. Acting Governor Mike Kehoe gave the order. Governor Mike Parson is on a trade mission to Sweden and Germany to promote Missouri business.“Detective Sergeant Griffith was a model officer, committed to honorably serving the people of Hermann, Rosebud, and Gasconade County,” states Lieutenant Governor Mike Kehoe. “This senseless act of violence is a solemn reminder of the dangers law enforcement officers face each day to keep our communities safe, and the debt we owe them for their courageous service. Claudia and I continue to pray for Mason’s family and the entire law enforcement community during this difficult time.” Top story: Mish...

Former Denver police sergeant accused of child sex crimes pleads guilty in deal for supervised probation

Published Wed, 12 Feb 2025 12:50:10 GMT

A former Denver Police sergeant facing felony sex charges after online exchanges with a person he thought was a 14-year-old girl has pleaded guilty under an agreement allowing a four-year deferred judgment, and faces sentencing next week, according to Jefferson County authorities.Prosecutors negotiated the split-plea deal with former police sergeant Tim Hyatt, 45, who pled guilty on Jan. 23 to attempting to commit sexual assault on a child, authorities said. The deal gives the deferred judgment, subject to conditions of supervised probation for adult sex offenders, authorities said. The deal also includes a permanent conviction for attempting to commit unlawful sexual contact.Related ArticlesCrime and Public Safety | Former Colorado truck driver sentenced to life in federal prison for child sex assaults Crime and Public Safety | Boulder therapist accused of sexually assaulting child clients Crime and Public Safety | Colorado lawmakers consi...

Lance Reddick of 'The Wire' dead found dead in Studio City at 60: Reports

Published Wed, 12 Feb 2025 12:50:10 GMT

Actor Lance Reddick, perhaps best known for his role on "The Wire," has died at the age of 60, according to TMZ and the Los Angeles Times.Reddick's body was found in Studio City at about 9:30 a.m. Friday, TMZ said. His cause of death has not been released, but foul play is not expected.The Los Angeles Police Department declined to identify Reddick, but the department did confirm officers responded to a death investigation in the 1200 block of Sarah Street.Reddick had a long career in TV and film, but he will most likely be remembered as Lt. Cedric Daniels on "The Wire," one of the most critically acclaimed shows of all time. He also appeared in the "John Wick" franchise and was set to appear as Zeus in next year's "Percy Jackson and the Olympians" on Disney+.Tributes poured out for Reddick online after news of his death was made public, including from his "Wire" co-stars."A man of great strength and grace," said Wendell Pierce, who played Detective "William "Bunk" Moreland. "As tale...

Woman killed in Highland Park hit-and-run crash

Published Wed, 12 Feb 2025 12:50:10 GMT

A woman was fatally struck by a suspected hit-and-run driver in Highland Park Friday morning.The crash was reported around 9 a.m. in the 5600 block of Aldama Street, according to the Los Angeles Police Department.Police blocked off the street in the residential neighborhood and a canopy was set up where the victim was killed, aerial video from Sky5 showed.An LAPD unit was also stationed in the parking lot of a nearby grocery store.Neighbors told KTLA the victim was a woman in her 60s who lived on Aldama Street. She was apparently killed in front of her home. No further details about the crash have been released.

Burbank unveils bronze statue of Wonder Woman

Published Wed, 12 Feb 2025 12:50:10 GMT

The city of Burbank’s newest resident is an iconic superhero from the DC universe.The city unveiled a seven-and-a-half-foot-tall bronze statue of Wonder Woman on Wednesday.The 600-pound statue of Wonder Woman was based on a design by DC Comics artist Jenny Frison and crafted by various artisans at Burbank’s American Fine Arts Foundry and Fabrication, a news release said.  The city of Burbank’s newest resident is an iconic superhero from the DC universe. ( City of Burbank) The 600-pound statue of the iconic DC superhero was based on a design by DC Comics artist Jenny Frison and crafted by various artisans at Burbank’s American Fine Arts Foundry and Fabrication (City of Burbank) The Wonder Woman statue took two years to make. “Burbank’s newest resident is a symbol of justice and will forever stand in front of Warner Bros.Studio Tour Hollywood,” Burbank Mayor Konstantine Anthony said in a statement.“As one of the world’s most beloved and iconic DC Superheroes of all time, I encour...

Here's who should get Apple's new HomePod

Published Wed, 12 Feb 2025 12:50:10 GMT

Apple discontinued its pricey HomePod speaker a few years back because it although it sounded good, the features just didn’t compare to cheaper smart speakers available.Now, the big HomePod is back with some new capabilities and a lower price tag.The second generation HomePod has a larger touch surface, a removable cable and Siri for voice commands.It comes in two colors: Midnight and White. Both speakers are wrapped in a mesh like fabric that's nearly invisible to the soundwaves emanating out of it.New are built in temperature and humidity sensors, which are handy for smartphone automations.Apple HomePod second generation smart speaker in MidnightThe speaker can also listen for smoke alarms and carbon monoxide alarms and send a notification to your phone if it hears them.The speaker also supports a new smart home standard called Matter, which has Google, Amazon and Samsung on board. This means the HomePod should (eventually?) play nice with lots of smart home gadgets as Matter beco...

Cultural Humility: A Key Element in Building Relationships While Recognizing Differences with Casey Tonnelly

Published Wed, 12 Feb 2025 12:50:10 GMT

It is a truth universally acknowledged that our world is a mosaic of diverse cultures, each with its own unique set of beliefs, values, and traditions. However, it is not uncommon for people to approach others with a sense of superiority, ignoring the complexities and richness of the cultures they encounter. This often leads to misunderstandings, conflict, and a breakdown in relationships.This is where cultural humility comes into play. Cultural humility is an approach to interacting with others that recognizes and values cultural differences while maintaining an attitude of openness and respect. It involves acknowledging one’s own limitations and biases, and recognizing that there is always more to learn about other cultures.Casey Tonnelly is a leading expert on cultural humility, and they’ve dedicated their career to promoting this important concept. According to Tonnelly, cultural humility is a crucial element in building relationships and understanding others. They emphasi...

From Ottawa to Hollywood: The Inspiring Journey of Expert Retoucher, Nick Leadlay

Published Wed, 12 Feb 2025 12:50:10 GMT

Photo retouching is becoming more popular and important with the rise of social media and the growing demand for high-quality digital images. Today, almost every image we see in magazines, advertisements, and online has been retouched to some degree. But it is impossible to talk about retouching and its growth, especially in the US, without mentioning Nick Leadlay.The name Nick Leadlay is synonymous with the art of retouching. Nick built his brand from the ground up, working with A-list celebrities and big companies in advertising campaigns and movie/TV posters. His journey to the top is a testament to his talent, hard work, and dedication.Nick was born in England but raised in the small, government-focused city of Ottawa, Ontario in Eastern Canada, where the closest thing they had to Hollywood was a local movie theatre. But Nick didn’t give up on his passion for creation. He always knew he wanted to do something in the entertainment or film industries, and with no formal educ...

SoCal buildings still in peril from crumbling cliff

Published Wed, 12 Feb 2025 12:50:10 GMT

Associated PressSAN CLEMENTE — About two dozen people forced to flee Southern California apartment buildings endangered by a tumbling oceanside hill may be evacuated indefinitely.Three clifftop apartment buildings and one nearby building in coastal Orange County’s San Clemente were red-tagged and evacuated Wednesday when the land began to shift and slide away from their backyards down a hillside following torrential rains.Residents were warned Thursday that they may not be allowed back for a while. Authorities said there was no timetable for declaring the slope stable enough for residents to return.“I think everyone should understand we have a dynamic situation here,” Mayor Chris Duncan said during a news conference. “We have another rainstorm coming, the ground is continuing to move, so these structures are still in peril.”The National Weather Service said heavy rain could hit Southern California again early next week.Twenty to 30 residents were evacua...

California bill would protect doctors who mail abortion pills

Published Wed, 12 Feb 2025 12:50:10 GMT

By Adam Beam | Associated PressSACRAMENTO — Doctors in California who mail abortion pills to people in other states would be protected from prosecution under a new bill announced Friday in the state Legislature.The bill would not let California extradite doctors who are facing charges in another state for providing abortion medication. It would also shield doctors from having to pay fines. And it would let California doctors sue anyone who tries to stop them from providing abortions.The bill would only protect doctors who are in California. If a doctor left California to provide an abortion to someone in another state, that doctor would not be protected. It also would not protect patients in other states who receive the medication.State Sen. Nancy Skinner, a Democrat from Berkeley and the author of the bill, said her intent is to make sure California residents who are traveling in other states or living there temporarily — like college students — can still have access to medication ...