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Vikings safety Cam Bynum named NFC Defensive Player of the Week

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:16:28 GMT

For the second straight week, the Vikings have a defensive player that has been honored by the NFL.After linebacker Jordan Hicks got the honor last week, safety Cam Bynum has been named NFC Defensive Player of the Week.It was very much deserved after Bynum posted a pair of interceptions to help lead the Vikings to a 22-17 win over the San Francisco 49ers on Monday Night Football. He also led the team in tackles and contributed to a forced fumble that was officially credited to fellow safety Harrison Smith.To this point Bynum has started every game for the Vikings, leading the team with 69, which is the most among all defensive backs this season.Related ArticlesMinnesota Vikings | Dane Mizutani: Forget USC quarterback Caleb Williams, Vikings shouldn’t be sellers at trade deadline Minnesota Vikings | Vikings upset 49ers on Monday Night Football thanks to ‘elite performances’ all around Minnesota Vikings | Vikings safety Lewis Cine a hea...

Roseville High School student detained after gun found at school, marking 3rd case in month

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:16:28 GMT

A gun was found at Roseville Area High School Tuesday and a student was detained, according to the principal.The case comes a month after two students at the same school were found with guns in separate incidents.In Tuesday’s case, school staff received a report about 1 p.m. that a gun was on campus, Principal Jen Wilson wrote in a letter to families. As a precaution, students and staff were told to stay in their classrooms.The school worked with Roseville police to conduct a search and the gun was found, Wilson wrote.“From a school perspective, our next step for the student involved will be to follow our disciplinary action, which has a number of potential results up to and including expulsion,” Wilson said.On Sept. 25, a handgun was found in a 17-year-old student’s backpack at Roseville Area High School. That afternoon, in an unrelated case, a 16-year-old student was discovered with a gun. Prosecutors charged both of them.Related ArticlesCrime & Public ...

Albany man gets 5 years in prison for gun charge

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:16:28 GMT

KINGSTON, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- Naveion Kirkley, 26, of Albany, was sentenced to five years in state prison. Kirkley was indicted by an Ulster County Grand Jury for possessing a loaded 9mm pistol with an altered serial number. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! Kirkley and a co-defendant, Naseem Pass, were accused of running from police following a traffic stop. State Troopers located the loaded pistol in the center console of the car and charged the two with criminal possession of a weapon in the second degree.Kirkley will also serve five years of post-release supervision. Pass pled guilty to the same crime and will be sentenced on November 21.

Women's Health Wednesday: Coping with hair loss

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:16:28 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (WTEN) - A majority of cancer patients undergoing treatment will face chemotherapy-induced alopecia, otherwise known as chemotherapy hair loss. It's a side effect of treatment that can negatively impact a patient's mental health and serve as a visible reminder of their diagnosis. For that reason, up to 14% of women refuse chemotherapy.Chemotherapy drugs target rapidly growing cancer cells and don't spare the rapidly growing healthy cells in your body, such as hair keratinocytes.According to the Mayo Clinic, hair loss typically starts two to four weeks after the start of treatment and could take several weeks after treatment to recover and start growing again. There are steps you can take before, during, and after treatment to help your hair:Before:- Be gentle to your hair- Consider cutting your hair- Plan for a head coveringDuring:- Baby your remaining hair- Consider shaving your head- Protect your scalpAfter:- Continue gentle hair care- Be patientIn this weeks Women's ...

Mayor Tishaura Jones tests positive for COVID-19

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:16:28 GMT

ST. LOUIS - St. Louis Mayor Tishaura Jones has tested positive for COVID-19 and will follow precautionary measures for the next several days, according to the mayor's office. Jones tested positive for COVID-19 after returning from a conference visit in Baltimore on Tuesday night. The mayor's office says she is experiencing mild symptoms. ‘Basketball Wives’ star Brittish Cierrah Williams sentenced to prison For at least the next five days, Jones will be working from home and holding meetings virtually. The mayor's office says that decision was made to "protect the health and safety of her staff and others around her." All close contacts of Jones have been notified. The mayor's office says Jones is fully vaccinated and has received the latest booster shots. Close Thanks for signing up! Watch for us in your inbox. Subscribe Now Daily News ...

New Missouri law covers highway memorial costs for fallen heroes

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:16:28 GMT

JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. - A new Missouri law authorizes the state to cover costs of highway memorial signs in honor of fallen first responders and service members killed in the line of duty. Prior to this year, families were billed for Missouri highway memorials that honored fallen veterans. Missouri Gov. Mike Parson signed Senate Bill 127 into action earlier this year, meaning the state will cover costs for highway memorials rather than families. Within the new law is the “FA Paul Akers, Junior, and LCPL Jared Schmitz Memorial Sign Funding Act,” which took effect in August. Local cops unmask international suspects’ clever crime tricks According to the law, "All costs associated with the designation of bridges or highways honoring deceased Missouri veterans who died in the line of duty, Missouri members of the Armed Forces who are missing in action, deceased Missouri law enforcement officers who died in the line of duty, or deceased Missouri firefighters who died in the line of duty s...

Kansas City among top trending 2024 world destinations

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:16:28 GMT

ST. LOUIS -- Lonely Planet, a leading travel guide book publisher, has unveiled its highly anticipated list of trending destinations for 2024. In honor of its 50th anniversary, this year's list highlights 50 exceptional locations worldwide, categorized as Best Sustainable, Best Value, Best Cities, Best Country, and Best Region.The Midwest tops the list as the region with the best value to visit. They say cities, including Chicago, Milwaukee, and Detroit, have witnessed a creative renaissance over the past decade with "food so good it rivals any you'll try on either coast." But Kansas City is special, ranking among the top cities to travel to in 2024. ‘Calculated misery’: Here’s why airlines want you to be uncomfortable "Suddenly in the international spotlight after Taylor Swift’s appearance at the Chiefs football game, Kansas City is on our radar for lots of reasons. Thanks to the opening of a new state-of-the-art airport terminal and the extension of the free-to-ride streetcar li...

Bud Light becomes official beer of UFC through new A-B partnership

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:16:28 GMT

ST. LOUIS - Anheuser-Busch has secured a new partnership with the UFC that promotes Bud Light as the official beer of the mixed martial arts organization.Starting Jan. 1, A-B will become the official beer partner the Ultimate Fighting Championship, and Bud Light will be recognized as the UFC's official beer brand. A-B says the new partnership will include customized social and digital content, broadcast integration, on-site presence, and more elements. Local cops unmask international suspects’ clever crime tricks “Anheuser-Busch and Bud Light have always been on the cutting edge of iconic sporting moments that fans remember forever, and reuniting with UFC is a continuation of this industry leading legacy," said Brendan Whitworth, CEO of Anheuser-Busch. "As one of the largest and longest standing sport sponsors, we are excited to work with UFC to celebrate our passionate fans while always making a positive impact in communities across America.”Anheuser-Busch and Bud Light were UFC...

Domino's offers free pizza to help with student loans

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:16:28 GMT

ST. LOUIS -- Dealing with student loans can be stressful. Many borrowers have started to repay them after a significant pandemic pause. Around 40% of adults are having a hard time paying them, according to the Census Bureau. Domino's Pizza is offering some relief by giving away $1 million worth of free pizzas to those still managing student loan payments.The Domino's Emergency Pizzas for Student Loans program is an extension of the chain's existing Emergency Pizzas initiative. This offer is designed to help people who are currently handling student loans. Beginning on October 25, Domino's will provide a limited number of free Emergency Pizza for Student Loans codes each day until all the $1 million worth of free pizza codes have been claimed. Drake giving free Dave’s Hot Chicken for his Oct. 24 birthday Kate Trumbull, Domino's senior vice president and chief brand officer, shared, "Student loan payments have resumed for millions of Americans, and we wanted to help in our own way b...

Man charged with attempting to sexually solicit minor

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:16:28 GMT

ST. LOUIS COUNTY, Mo. - A man was arrested and charged Tuesday for inappropriate contact with a minor. Cesar Sanchez, 36, was taken into custody after engaging in a chat online with a child he believed to be under the age of 15. In the chat, Sanchez also expressed his sexual desires for the minor. He was soon taken into custody after trying to meet with them at a mutual location. ‘Basketball Wives’ star Brittish Cierrah Williams sentenced to prison Sanchez was later charged with enticement or attempted enticement of a child, age misrepresentation with intent to solicit honor, and sexual 'sexual misconduct.' He's being held on a $150,000 bond. The Chesterfield Police Department and Department of Homeland Security Investigations helped with the incident. St. Louis County Police Special Investigations Unit detectives are continuing their investigation.