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First look at Animal Adventure's new lion cubs

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 15:00:00 GMT

HARPURSVILLE, NY (WIVT/WBGH) - Animal Adventure, a place famous for baby giraffes, is now home to 3 new baby lions. The female cubs were born on March 23rd and just started opening their eyes last week. On April 5, the park held their daily weigh-in for the media to see. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! It's the second litter for mother Bisa and father Solomon who came to Animal Adventure about 5 years ago as cub themselves. The newest litter is being nursed by Bisa and raised with very little keeper interference. Animal Adventure owner Jordan Patch says that when their 6 months old this fall, the park will look to transfer them to new homes.But until then, they hope to have them out on display throughout the coming season. Patch says, "The exhibit is over 8,000 square feet so there's adequate space for everyone to have their own areas and spaces to get away from one another if they wish. Or to retreat to the Lion House beca...

Major Case Squad activated for Cahokia Heights homicide

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 15:00:00 GMT

CAHOKIA HEIGHTS, Ill. - The Major Case Squad of Greater St. Louis is investigating a homicide that happened late Tuesday evening in Cahokia Heights.According to Lt. Bud Jeremias, deputy commander of the Major Case Squad, Cahokia Heights police were called to the 400 block of North 73rd Street shortly after 11:20 p.m. for a shooting.Police noticed a vehicle parked on Glenwood Avenue with a window shot out. Officers approached the car and found a man in the car with a gunshot wound. Trending: St. Louis-area April 4 municipal election results The victim, identified as Ralen Liverpool of Fairview Heights, was pronounced dead at the scene. He was 21.Authorities in Cahokia Heights requested the help of the Major Case Squad with the investigation, Jeremias said.Anyone with information on the shooting is asked to contact the Major Case Squad at 618-332-4260 or CrimeStopperrs at 866-371-TIPS.

What needs to happen for the Battlehawks to make XFL playoffs?

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 15:00:00 GMT

ST. LOUIS - It was only last month that football fans packed the dome for the St. Louis Battlehawks home opener. But time moves fast, and only three weeks remain in the regular season. The Battlehawks just completed the road portion of their 2023 schedule, so they will be rewarded with three home matchups to end their first full XFL campaign. Right now, the Battlehawks hold a 5-2 record that's good for a share of second place in the XFL North Division. If the season ended today, the Battlehawks would hold a spot in the XFL playoffs. That said, there's some work to be done to secure that playoff spot for good. Top story - MSHP: Some deaths, injuries after tornado strikes southern Missouri The XFL playoffs will follow a 10-week regular season. The top-two seeded teams in the North and South divisions will qualify for the playoffs. The No. 1 seed will host the No. 2 seed in each division round before the XFL Championship. Essentially, the Battlehawks will need the best or second-bes...

Severe weather threat pushing east, almost out of St. Louis region

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 15:00:00 GMT

ST. LOUIS - Severe weather is pushing east and most threats are starting to clear around the St. Louis region. Southern Missouri dealt with more extreme threats than the St. Louis region. A tornado ripped through Bollinger County, nearly two hours south, and struck the village of Glenallen. Authorities have confirmed multiple fatalities and injuries in that tornado. St. Louis radar: See a map of current weather here For the St. Louis metro, early Wednesday morning thunderstorms were right on track. Some were more isolated or severe than others. Threats of damaging winds, large hail, and tornadoes are expected out of Missouri and much of the Metro East by lunchtime. A Tornado Watch had been issued for St. Francois, Randolph, Madison, Ste. Genevieve, Iron, and Reynolds Counties until 9 a.m. Many counties near St. Louis were also under a Severe Thunderstorm Watch until 10 a.m. Close Thanks for signing up! Watch for us in your inbox. ...

St. Louis-area fire crews head to Bollinger County, offer aid after tornado

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 15:00:00 GMT

ST. LOUIS - Several fire departments from the St. Louis area are sending crews to southern Missouri to offer assistance after a deadly tornado. The Kirkwood Fire & Rescue, Union Fire Protection District and Herculaneum Fire Department are among those offering help to Bollinger County. Trending: St. Louis-area April 4 municipal election results The Missouri State Highway Patrol confirms there were some deaths and injuries from the tornado, which particularly struck the village of Glenallen, Missouri. FOX 2's Chris Higgins surveyed the area and noticed extensive damages to homes, trees and cars. There area also some ongoing search and rescue operations, and the St. Louis-area fire departments could offer help with those. The National Weather Service has confirmed the storm system as a tornado based on radar data. FOX 2 is awaiting information on this specific twister’s path and intensity.

The best purple cocktails you’ll find on Colorado Rockies opening day

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 15:00:00 GMT

If you see purple gin and tonics and indigo-colored margaritas sprouting up on Denver menus this spring, it’s partly because bartenders want to make you a cocktail that shows team spirit. But it’s also because they’re obsessed with butterfly pea flower, a bloom that’s native to Southeast Asia and that can act like an all-natural dye, turning drinks a lovely Colorado Rockies shade of purple.Across from Coors Field, at The Rally Bar in McGregor Square, for instance, the Rally Up cocktail has become a fan favorite and is made with Family Jones Vodka, St. Germain elderflower liqueur, butterfly pea flower, lemon and honey.Related ArticlesRestaurants, Food and Drink | La Fillette Bakery reopens in larger space, adds brunch and booze Restaurants, Food and Drink | New distillery on the block: Plans for a former RiNo salvage yard add to Walnut Street development Restaurants, Food and Drink | Wash Park French eatery making way for something “a ...

Patrol: Missouri tornado kills at least 4, sows destruction

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 15:00:00 GMT

By JIM SALTER and SCOTT McFETRIDGE (Associated Press)ST. LOUIS (AP) — A large tornado tore through southeastern Missouri before dawn on Wednesday, causing widespread destruction and killing at least four people as a broad swath of the Midwest and South braced for further storm s that could spawn additional twisters and hail. A twister in Illinois also caused injuries.The Missouri tornado touched down around 3:30 a.m. and moved through a rural area of Bollinger County, about 50 miles (80 kilometers) south of St. Louis, said Sgt. Clark Parrott of the Missouri State Highway Patrol. Parrott said crews from more than 20 agencies were on the scene and clearing debris in search of any others who might have been killed or injured.“The damage is pretty widespread. It’s just heartbreaking to see it,” Parrott said.The patrol posted an overhead photo of the damage that showed uprooted trees and damaged and destroyed homes. Drone footage showed that some had been turned i...

These Avalanche players have scored 100 points in a single season

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 15:00:00 GMT

Nathan MacKinnon joined an elite club on Tuesday, scoring his 100th point of the regular season during the Avalanche’s 4-3 overtime win over the Sharks.It’s the first time he has reached the 100-point plateau in his career and just the sixth time an Avs player has reached the mark since the franchise moved to Denver in 1995.Here’s a look at every Avalanche player to reach 100 points in a season, from most points to least:1. Joe Sakic — 120 (1995-96)Super Joe put on a show in the team’s first season in Denver after moving from Quebec. The Avalanche captain put up his career high in points by notching 51 goals and a personal-best 69 assists. Colorado would go on to win the Stanley Cup and Sakic was awarded the Conn Smythe Trophy.2. Joe Sakic — 118 (2000-01)Another big season, another Stanley Cup. Sakic put up a career-high 54 goals and added 64 assists to lead Colorado to its second-ever championship. He also racked up several awards, including the Hart M...

5 People Hospitalized after DUI Crash on West Civic Drive [Santa Ana, CA]

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 15:00:00 GMT

Two-Vehicle Collision in Santa Ana Left Multiple Injured, Including 3 Children and OfficerSANTA ANA, CA (April 5, 2023) – Saturday night, a suspected DUI crash on West Civic Drive left several people with injuries.Officers responded to the collision around 11:00 p.m. at the 500 block of West Civic Drive in the city of Santa Ana.Upon arrival, officers spotted a dark-colored Chevrolet Tahoe parked on a sidewalk with significant damage on the passenger side.Police officers discovered a Santa Ana patrol SUV with significant front-end damage at the scene.Emergency personnel who responded to the scene rushed at least five occupants of the Chevrolet, including three juveniles, to a hospital.Furthermore, a fellow officer rushed the SAPD officer to a local hospital for treatment of minor injuries.Meanwhile, authorities arrested the man driving the Chevrolet for suspicion of driving under the influence and child endangerment.At this time, it is unclear what the exact relationship betwee...

1 Injured in Pedestrian Hit-and-Run on 10th Street [San Jose, CA]

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 15:00:00 GMT

One Hurt in Pedestrian Collision near East Santa Clara StreetSAN JOSE, CA (April 5, 2023) – Wednesday night, an unidentified person sustained injuries after a pedestrian hit-and-run at 10th Street.The collision took place on March 22nd, on 6:30 p.m., near East Santa Clara Street.According to reports, a pedestrian was walking in the area when they were struck by an unidentified vehicle. The collision left the the pedestrian with serious injuries. The driver of the involved vehicle left the scene without rendering aid to the victim.The name and current condition of the victim remain unknown at this time.Furthermore, the hit-and-run crash caused temporary road closure for several hours and has since been reopened to traffic.Officers have not released a description of the driver and the vehicle involved, however, the events leading to the crash are still under active investigation.If you’re behind the wheel, pay full attention to the road and your surroundings. Do not engage in an...