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Missouri shocks 38,700 pounds of invasive carp out of a river

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 16:00:53 GMT

BRUNSWICK, Mo – Electrofishing is an illegal method for everyday people; it is poaching. But when a government agency employs this tool, it's typically for the purpose of harvesting an invasive species.  The Missouri Department of Conservation reported that approximately 38,700 pounds of carp were removed from the Grand River using electrofishing during two periods: from September 11 to 14 and then again from September 25 to 28. They shocked the fish using poles and scooped up the fish using nets. Electrofishing involves a generator powering an electrofishing boat. The generated power is channeled into the "booms," which are the poles at the front of the boat in the water. The electric field doesn't kill fish, but it temporarily stuns fish swimming within 6 to 8 feet of the booms. Invasive carp, known for their rapid growth, consume resources essential for the survival of native fish. Although these efforts may not entirely eradicate carp from the rivers, they significantly red...

What to know in St. Louis ahead of Saturday's partial eclipse

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 16:00:53 GMT

ST. LOUIS - A rare phenomenon is primed for the skies on Saturday. The “ring of fire” solar eclipse is coming soon, and St. Louis is within the path to experience a partial eclipse. During a solar eclipse, the moon briefly obscures the sun, casting cities into a temporary, eerie twilight. When in totality, the eclipse leads to a unique circle of light with darkness in the middle.This upcoming annular solar eclipse, however, is slightly different from the last solar eclipse in August 2017. It occurs while the moon is at its farthest point from Earth, and it does not fully block the sun, leaving a portion of the sun visible behind it.The Path of The EclipseTens of millions will have a chance to see the eclipse around the United States, but the path of totality only runs through a small handful of states. The Four Corner States (Arizona, Colorado, New Mexcio and Utah) are set for the best experience. Parts of Nevada, Oregon and Texas are also expected for totality. Click here for NASA...

Tobias, leader of Denver Zoo’s African lion pride, euthanized after severe infection

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 16:00:53 GMT

The Denver Zoo’s African lion pride leader was euthanized Wednesday after a severe infection spread to his lung and bones, the Zoo announced Thursday.Tobias, the seven-year-old lion, had several other medical conditions, including inflammatory bowel disease and chronic kidney disease, when the veterinary team at the Helen and Arthur E. Johnson Animal Hospital found the infection.“Our Animal Care Specialists and Veterinary Medicine team made the difficult decision to euthanize Tobias to relieve any suffering given the poor prognosis,” a post of the Denver Zoo’s Facebook page stated.Related ArticlesThings To Do | Denver’s toughest tickets: Good luck getting into these shows, restaurants or games Tobias was born at the Buffalo Zoo in 2016 and moved to the Denver Zoo in 2018 as part of a species survival plan to join Denver’s pride and support conservation efforts.Tobias had three adorable cubs at the Denver Zoo, Tatu, Oskar and Araali...

L.A. Councilman Price to be arraigned on corruption charges

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 16:00:53 GMT

Los Angeles City Councilman Curren Price is set to be arraigned on corruption charges Friday.Price, 72, faces five counts of grand theft by embezzlement, three counts of perjury and two counts of conflict of interest, according to MyNewsLA.com."Price, a 10-year veteran of the City Council, is accused of having a financial interest in development projects that he voted on, and receiving tens of thousands of dollars in medical benefits from the city for his now wife while he was still married to another woman," the Los Angeles Times reports. Price's wife, Del Richardson Price, allegedly received more than $150,000 from developers of projects that the councilman later voted to approve. L.A. City Councilman Curren Price facing corruption charges, steps down from leadership role In addition, while the councilman was still married to another woman, he secured more than $30,000 worth of medical coverage for Richardson Price, prosecutors allege. If convicted, Price faces up to 10 years in...

Women sue LASD alleging 'traumatizing' traffic stop was unnecessary, illegal

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 16:00:53 GMT

An advocate for domestic violence survivors and her mother are suing Los Angeles County after deputies used "violent tactics" in a 2022 traffic stop in East Los Angeles, their attorney claims.On Sept. 25, 2022, Gabriela Koutantos of Monrovia was driving a rented U-Haul van that she had used to deliver donated furniture to the East Los Angeles Women's Center, a shelter for victims of domestic and sexual violence where Koutantos serves as executive director.L.A. County Sheriff's Department deputies, believing the van was stolen, executed a "high-risk" traffic stop near Atlantic Boulevard and Hubbard Street, held Koutantos at gunpoint, handcuffed her and "held her in a lengthy detention in a police car," according to her complaint. All the while, Koutantos' mother, Barbara Kappos of Arcadia, was driving her vehicle alongside the U-Haul, and when deputies pulled over Koutantos, Kappos lost sight of her daughter. Lancaster High School student suing LASD after recorded altercation with ...

Car slams into Temecula home, causing massive explosion

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 16:00:53 GMT

A car veered off the 15 Freeway and crashed into a home in Temecula, causing a massive explosion early Thursday. Siblings Gaby Rivera and Angel Vega were two of eight people inside the home when the crash occurred around 2:45 a.m. “All of a sudden, I heard screeching,” Angel told KTLA’s Rick Chambers. “Then the next you thing know, a loud crash and bang.” He said the car hit the gas line and the fuse box. Within a matter of seconds, they started seeing the flames.  “It was scary. I’m trying to run my grandma out and the flames are right next to us,” Angel explained. “It was definitely very traumatic.”  A home in Temecula burned to ashes after a car on the 15 Freeway veered off the roadway and into the residence on Oct. 12, 2023. (KTLA)Unfortunately, the fire spread rapidly, and the family only escaped with what they could grab on the way to their front door. The family’s dogs made it out okay, but their cat, Stevie, did not survive.  “She was too scared to come out,” ...

These U.S. cities are flooded by robocalls

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 16:00:53 GMT

Sick of getting calls from random numbers? You're not alone. There were more than 4.3 billion robocalls in September 2023, new data shows.YouMail, a blocking service that tracks the volume of robocalls, said that amount was a 15.9% drop compared to the month before. But that's hardly consolation for the residents of predominantly Southern cities still being pestered by the relentless phone calls. While big cities like Atlanta, Dallas, and Chicago get the most robocalls overall, smaller cities are getting more robocalls per capita, YouMail reports. The 20 U.S. cities that had the most robocalls per capita in September were:Baton Rouge, LouisianaMemphis, TennesseeWashington, D.C.Macon, GeorgiaSan Antonio, TexasLittle Rock, ArkansasAlbany, GeorgiaLafayette, LouisianaColumbia, South CarolinaCharleston, South CarolinaAustin, TexasBirmingham, AlabamaShreveport, LouisianaSavannah, GeorgiaTyler, TexasAugusta, GeorgiaRaleigh, North CarolinaTampa, FloridaFayetteville, North CarolinaGreenville...

Quick Bite: Delicias In Desert Hot Springs Is On Fire

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 16:00:53 GMT

As the temperatures slowly fall in the desert and the season kicks off for trips to the Coachella Valley, Delicias Mexican Cuisine off the beaten path in Desert Hot Springs is on fire with the local crowd, and deservedly so.A shocking pink beacon on Pierson Blvd. conveniently located on pot shop row, Delicias offers a colorful full bar and an extensive menu featuring Mexico City street taco plates, tamales, fajitas and a selection of Molcajetes including one brimming with grilled chicken, carne asada, chorizo, green onion, nopales and queso fresco served guacamole, pico de gallo, rice, beans and warm tortillas.  The Vulcan taco stands out among all of its volcanic counterparts, erupting with cheese, carne asada, guacamole and crispy pickled onions.  A great stop for seafood lovers, the aguachile trio is an artful rainbow of red, green and mango sauces, showcasing the stunning variety of housemade moles using only chilies direct from Mexico City. Margaritas come in a long list of fla...

The Soulful Sex Appeal of Jessabelle Thunder and Brown Sugar Burlesque

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 16:00:53 GMT

The art of burlesque is and always has been about self-expression and body love, and the women of Brown Sugar Burlesque are bringing both– with a soulful twist. This all-Black show (created by Mariah Kunkel with help from producer Jessabelle Thunder) is out to shift public perspective about what burlesque looks and feels like with their own brand of beauty, glamour and melanated magic, mixing old-school strip tease and foxy fresh showmanship.Thunder is a local treasure thanks to her powerful presence, thematic costumes, alluring music and movement, and interactive style, which lifts a room and makes it feel like a party. We’ll never forget her swingin’ 60s grinds at Tiki Oasis, the annual island-themed jam in San Diego, or her mystical moments at Belle Book and Candle, the witchy burlesque bash at El Cid in Silver Lake.Currently seen regularly at Bathtub Gin, The Outlet LA and La Boheme, Thunder describes her performance style as a mix of classic striptease with modern m...

Why Disneyland raised ticket prices while Disney World didn’t

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 16:00:53 GMT

There are plenty of reasons why Disneyland hiked ticket prices this week while Disney World held the line, but none of them are going to make visitors to the Happiest Place on Earth very happy.Disneyland raised admission prices by as much as 25% on Wednesday, Oct. 11 with the most expensive one-day, one-park ticket now $194.Walt Disney World did not hike daily ticket prices this week — but Disney’s four Florida parks did raise prices on annual passes and parking.SEE ALSO: Disneyland rolls out new pumpkin-shaped Cinderella carriage for $180,000 fairy tale weddingsWhy didn’t Disney World raise ticket prices at the same time as Disneyland?There are four key reasons.1) Disney World raised ticket prices twice in 2022. The last time Disneyland raised ticket prices was in October 2022 — exactly a year ago.2) Disney uses ticket pricing to manage demand — charging less on slow days and more on busy days in hopes of better balancing attendance.3) Disney plans to double its investment in theme...