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Pedernales FD: 3-story residence collapses after fire started by lightning in Spicewood

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 10:32:55 GMT

SPICEWOOD, Texas (KXAN) -- A three-story residential structure collapsed and was considered a total loss, after a fire was started by lightning, the Pedernales Fire Department told KXAN Wednesday.Shortly after 8:45 p.m., PFD said in a tweet multiple crews were working the structure fire in the 7600 block of Lakehurst Road. PFD said the fire was fully involved and was contained.According to PFD, the fire was fueled by the wind, which made the fire difficult to contain.Officials also told KXAN there were no known injuries, and the home was considered a total loss.No further information was available, and the incident remained under investigation Wednesday.

Police looking for 2 suspects wanted for Memorial Day homicide  

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 10:32:55 GMT

ST. LOUIS - The St. Louis Metropolitan Police Department is asking for help finding two suspects connected to a homicide that occurred in the early morning hours of Memorial Day. Michael Kaminski was shot and killed near the St. Louis riverfront. Police say some witnesses have yet to come forward.On Wednesday, police released surveillance images of two suspects. Police said the suspects may frequent MetroLink and downtown. Surveillance images show the suspects at Laclede’s Landing station.Some customers who use the station regularly are relieved to know surveillance cameras are in place and hope someone comes forward with information. Police said Kaminski was a father and a grandfather. Festus woman charged after meth found on floor of child day care The area where he was killed has been a haven for drug use and the unhoused, according to some regular visitors. They hope the city will take more action to make the area safer.Anyone with information is urged to contact CrimeStoppers...

Special brew for Cardinals-Cubs rivalry series in London

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 10:32:55 GMT

ST. LOUIS - A new St. Louis beer and a beer maker originally from St. Louis are waiting for the Cardinals in England.The Cardinals play the Chicago Cubs in Major League Baseball's London Series this weekend. Fans will get quite a taste of the rivalry.The new beer is called “The Birds and The Bears," created by 2nd Shift Brewing of St. Louis. You can get it locally. You can also get it in London.Cardinals fans are everywhere. They were out in force at the Mondo Brewing taproom in London on Wednesday night.St. Louis native Tom Palmer is Mondo’s co-founder and managing director. St. Louis County confirms first case of mpox this year “We’re seeing St. Louis jerseys all around town right now. I would never see these 2-3 years ago,” Palmer said of the hype now taking hold for the upcoming ballgames.He’s tickled to be pouring ‘Birds and Bears’ at Mondo’s taproom.“It’s a nice, hot summer day beer, just a tart pale ale,” said Scott Pelizzaro of 2nd Shift Brewing. “Being able to send our be...

30 new speed humps aim to curb speeding in Soulard

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 10:32:55 GMT

ST. LOUIS - Residents in Soulard have complained about speeding for years, but now they’re one step closer to feeling their safety concerns are eased as new speed humps are in place to curb problems.With the start of summer comes more people out and about, the speed humps couldn't come at a better time.The brand-new speed humps were added to busy streets throughout Soulard. Before this week, there was only one, bringing a much-needed boost to traffic safety- the total is now 31.The Soulard Community Improvement District (CID) and the Soulard Business District conducted a variety of surveys to figure out what would have the greatest impact on residents. Many of them voiced concerns over speeding and reckless driving.The tax-funded project will continue with 13 to 14 road bump-outs and entryway calming with medians."We have an entertainment district on the north end of the neighborhood so that drives a lot of pedestrian traffic throughout all hours of the day and night, early morning,...

2nd annual golf tournament honors fallen North County Police Cooperative officer

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 10:32:55 GMT

ST. LOUIS COUNTY, Mo. - Golf tournaments can be competitive. But they can also bring out the community in the best way possible.That was the case Wednesday, as hundreds gathered at Tapawingo National Golf Course to honor a fallen police officer.FOX 2’s Jasmine Huda reports on the event, paying tribute to North County Police Cooperative Officer Michael Langsdorf.

Report: Clippers' trade for reigning NBA Sixth Man of the Year Malcolm Brogdon falls through

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 10:32:55 GMT

The Los Angeles Clippers were poised to start their offseason with a bang, but the trade for reigning NBA Sixth Man of the Year Malcom Brogdon of the Boston Celtics has been called off.According to ESPN Senior NBA Insider Adrian Wojnaroski, the three team trade between the Washington Wizards, Boston Celtics and Los Angeles Clippers fell through because the Celtics "pivoted away from including the Clippers in the deal."The original trade involved Malcolm Brogdon being sent to the Clippers in a three way trade involving the Celtics and the Wizards. The Clippers would have sent Marcus Morris Sr., Amir Coffey and the 30th overall pick in the NBA Draft to Washington. Boston would have received Kristaps Porzingis from the Wizards.The sides are moving on, Woj said, but the Wizards are still working on ways to get Porzingis to the Celtics in an "opt-in and trade scenario."Brogdon, 30, was named Sixth Man of the Year following a stellar season off the Celtics bench, in which he averaged 14...

Good Samaritans assist attempted kidnapping victim in Berkeley

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 10:32:55 GMT

(KRON) -- The Berkeley Police Department is investigating an attempted kidnapping that occurred early Wednesday morning. Police said two good Samaritans helped the victim. The crime happened at about 2:05 a.m. on College Avenue near Haste Street. The suspect is described as an African-American man in his 20s or 30s with a slim build. He is between 5-foot-8 and 5-foot-10 and was wearing a black long-sleeve shirt with a hood, gray pants and bright white shoes. Police are also looking to speak to the good Samaritans who helped the victim. Asian man named Adam in his 20s wearing a dark T-shirt. Asian woman in her 20s wearing a brown leather jacket and skinny blue jeans. The good Samaritans are asked to call BPD at (510) 981-5735."Crimes like this can be very alarming for the community and victims. BPD would like to remind the community of some ways to be safe; travel in well-lit, well-traveled areas, travel with friends or in a group if possible, remain alert and aware of your surroundi...

Denver weather: Flash flood warning until 1:15 a.m.

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 10:32:55 GMT

DENVER (KDVR) — Strong to severe thunderstorms will stay in Denver's weather forecast through Wednesday evening and return again Thursday.A flash flood warning was in effect for Adams, Arapahoe and Denver counties until 1:15 a.m.The Front Range to the eastern plains remain under a slight to enhanced risk for thunderstorms becoming severe with the potential to produce large hail, damaging wind gusts, heavy rain and isolated tornadoes. Weather tonight: Thunderstorms continueSevere thunderstorms and tornado watches continue through Wednesday night.During this time there will be the greatest concern in the Denver area will be large hail and strong wind gusts. Even after the watches expire, there will be a risk of thunderstorms. The greatest concern for severe storms will track east through the overnight.Weather tomorrow: Another round of thunderstorms There will be another risk of thunderstorms on Thursday.Some morning sunshine will help to add instability and bring back the risk...

Red Rocks concertgoers pelted by 'golf-ball sized' hail

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 10:32:55 GMT

(KDVR) — Concertgoers were pelted by hail on Wednesday night at Red Rocks Amphitheatre as severe thunderstorms moved across the region.Multiple people called 911 to report their injuries from the hail, according to West Metro Fire Rescue. Tornado destroys home in Logan County Videos on social media show people screaming and frantically trying to escape the pouring hail that blanketed the venue like snow. A Red Rocks spokesperson said there were several inches of hail in the seating area.Welts, bruises and 'golf-ball size' hailOne concertgoer told FOX31 around 10:15 p.m. that she and friends had been taking shelter in a bathroom stall for more than an hour. She said Red Rocks gave notice about 3-5 minutes before the hail started pouring. She described some of the hail as golf-ball size and said people were covered in welts and bruises. Some people suffered broken fingers, she said. Ambulances were on the scene.Hail covers the ground at Red Rocks Amphitheatre. (KDVR)Another concertg...

The scale-up city: How Eindhoven races to keep up with its tech giants

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 10:32:55 GMT

This article is part of the Bridging the Skills Divide special report, presented by Cisco. View it online to see an interactive map of Eindhoven’s innovation hot spots.EINDHOVEN, Netherlands — In 1910, Dutch lightbulb manufacturer Philips broke ground on “Philipstown,” near Eindhoven, to provide housing and recreational facilities to its growing workforce.More than a century later, Eindhoven is still growing to accommodate a burgeoning tech-talent community. This time around, it’s the rapid expansion of ASML that’s testing the infrastructure capacity in the city and its adjacent municipalities. ASML, based in Veldhoven to the southwest of Eindhoven’s city center, is one of the few suppliers globally of chip-printing machines. The demand for microchips to produce everything from smartphones to cars has ushered in a boom time for ASML, which enters the limelight just as Philips’ star is fading (its headquarters are now in Amsterdam).Once again, Eindhoven’s growth is in...