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

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 13:33:54 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 Sat, 22 Feb 2025 13:33:54 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 Sat, 22 Feb 2025 13:33:54 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.

Alderman seek input on how to spend Rams settlement money

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 13:33:54 GMT

ST. LOUIS - St. Louis City is still trying to decide what to do with its share of the Rams settlement money.The Board of Aldermen will meet online Wednesday to take public comments on the issue. They also had an online survey available for a month. Local cops unmask international suspects’ clever crime tricks The city received about $250 million in the NFL settlement over the Rams move to los Angeles. The meeting is at 6:00 p.m.

Denver school board gives Superintendent Alex Marrero an $8,000 bonus with his second evaluation

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 13:33:54 GMT

Denver Public Schools Superintendent Alex Marrero met just over 80% of his goals last school year, a record that earned him an $8,235 bonus, equal to 2.5% of his annual salary.That’s according to Marrero’s second performance evaluation as superintendent of Denver Public Schools. The school board unanimously approved the evaluation Tuesday after several lengthy closed-door meetings but little public discussion.Related ArticlesEducation | Colorado leading nationwide lawsuit against Meta over alleged youth addiction to social media Education | Colorado voter guide: Stories, explainers and endorsements for the 2023 election Education | DPS pushes back as city officials, including Mayor Johnston, seek to influence policy, board elections Education | Denver’s Tattered Cover files for bankruptcy, will close 3 stores and cut 27 jobs Education | Colorado student suspensions increase to highest level in a decade T...

Home invasion suspect threatens Studio City family, shouts 'Free Palestine'

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 13:33:54 GMT

A man who was arrested for a home invasion in Studio City early Wednesday morning shouted “Free Palestine” as he was cuffed and placed in a police cruiser, video shows.The break-in happened around 5:20 a.m. in the 3000 block of Laurel Canyon Boulevard, according to Los Angeles Police. Officers responded after a homeowner called 9-1-1 saying a man had broken in through the front door.According to Key News, a Los Angeles stringer service, two adults and four children were inside the home at the time, and the intruder threatened to kill the family.A suspect is taken into custody following a home invasion in Studio City, California on Oct. 25, 2023. (KNN)A suspect is taken into custody following a home invasion in Studio City, California on Oct. 25, 2023. (KNN)A suspect is taken into custody following a home invasion in Studio City, California on Oct. 25, 2023. (KNN)The husband eventually pushed the man out of the home and into the backyard where officers found him armed with a knife, K...

East Los Angeles Classic is back for another hotly contested matchup

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 13:33:54 GMT

This Friday is shaping up to be another Classic high school football matchup.The East Los Angeles Classic is set to kick off again on Friday after an electric game in 2022.Last year, tens of thousands of fans came to the Coliseum to see Garfield bring home the win and to see the Black Eyed Peas put on the halftime show. ‘This is our Super Bowl’: East L.A., Boyle Heights high schools face off at Coliseum with bragging rights at stake The 2023 game returns to the usual venue of East Los Angeles College, and though Garfield (8-1) is favored over Roosevelt (4-5), the matchup between East L.A. and Boyle Heights schools promises to be unpredictable."Anything can happen in a game where emotions are always high on the field and in the stands, leading sometimes to strange finishes," the L.A. Times' Eric Sondheimer wrote.

Actors strike continues, but resumed talks bring hope of deal

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 13:33:54 GMT

Months after actors joined the now-back-to-work writers on the picket lines, performers continue to hold out for a better contract with movie and TV producers.After talks were called off earlier this month, representatives for SAG-AFTRA and the Alliance of Motion Picture and Television Producers returned to the negotiating table on Tuesday.Those talks are continuing into Wednesday, SAG-AFTRA said on X (formerly Twitter).Among the most prominent issues remaining are revenue sharing from streaming, something studio executives have rejected, and the use of artificial intelligence. Striking actors, studios to resume talks Tuesday As Variety reports, the union is concerned that AI will allow the “reuse of actor likenesses using cutting-edge rendering technologies," meaning actors might appear in multiple productions while only being paid for the first one.While discussions are ongoing, picket lines continue to make noise outside many production areas nationwide."Keep showing up on the...

1 Killed in Pedestrian Collision on Oak Springs Drive [Austin, TX]

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 13:33:54 GMT

One Pronounced Dead after Pedestrian Accident on Airport BoulevardAUSTIN, TX (October 25, 2023) – On the morning of Thursday, October 12th, a fatal pedestrian crash on Oak Springs Drive resulted in the loss of one individual’s life.At approximately 6:24 a.m., authorities arrived at the scene near Airport Boulevard, in response to a pedestrian collision. The circumstances leading to the event are currently under investigation.Preliminary findings indicate that a vehicle struck a pedestrian in the vicinity. First responders promptly attended to the victim, who had sustained severe injuries. Emergency crews administered CPR on severely injured pedestrian.However, the victim later succumbed to their injuries. Both Oak Springs Drive and Airport Boulevard were temporarily closed, resulting in delays and heavy traffic for commuters in the area. No additional information is available at this time. Once available, further details will be released.In this sorrowful time, the Sweet James...

Cassidy Falk, Alia Griffin Dead following Head-On Crash on Santa Rosa Road [Santa Barbara County, CA]

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 13:33:54 GMT

Two-Vehicle Crash Between Lompoc and Buellton Left 2 Dead, 1 InjuredSANTA BARBARA COUNTY, CA (October 25, 2023) – Sunday evening, a head-on collision on Santa Rosa Road claimed the lives of Cassidy Falk and Alia Griffin.The fatal collision happened around 5:12 p.m. just west of Highway 101 between Lompoc and Buellton.According to CHP, a 2022 Chevrolet traveling eastbound on Santa Rosa Road crossed over the double yellow lines.As a result, the Chevy collided head-on with a 2004 Chevrolet traveling at about 40 mph.Unfortunately, the first responders declared the two occupants of the 2022 Chevrolet dead at the scene. Authorities later identified the deceased occupants as Cassidy Falk of Solvang and Alia Griffin of Buellton. Both victims were determined to be 23 years old.Meanwhile, paramedics airlifted the driver of the 2004 Chevy – 22-year-old Morgan Bouslaugh of Buellton, to Santa Barabara Cottage Hospital for serious injuries.The California Highway Patrol continues to investig...