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Metro East rapper Mudd Bughatti killed in Stan Musial Bridge shooting

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 07:55:45 GMT

EAST ST. LOUIS, Ill. – A well-known rapper from the Metro East was shot and killed Sunday evening in a frightening episode on the Stan Musial Veterans Memorial Bridge.Someone opened fire on Troy Edwards as he drove across the Stan Musial Bridge from St. Louis to Illinois, the Illinois State Police said. Edwards, who went by the stage name Mudd Bughatti, was pronounced dead just after 11 p.m. He was 25.Mudd Bughatti. (Courtesy: Blanco Tarantino TV)This was not the first time Edwards was a victim of a shooting. Nearly two years ago, Edwards was shot multiple times in an incident in which one person died.News of Edwards’ death spread quickly on social media in the music industry.DJ Shay Money knew Edwards and said he had a bright future.“Working in the music industry, I have encountered him at the radio stations, concerts, events. Whenever he had new music coming out, he would text me,” Money said. “I was a supporter of his records. He was just a very happy person; always smiling, good...

Bowl projections: Mizzou eyeing NY6 bid; what about K-State and KU?

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 07:55:45 GMT

NOTE: All rankings in this article are referencing the CFP rankings that were released on Nov. 14. Unlike the AP which releases rankings every Sunday, the CFP reveals theirs every Tuesday night. However, the final rankings prior to Bowl selection will be released on Sunday, Dec. 3.KANSAS CITY, Mo. -- No. 9 Missouri's game-winning kick against Florida has them in a great position to make their first ever New Year's Six bowl. The College Football Playoff put it into existence at the start of the 2014-2015 season. The last time the Tigers made a bowl of this caliber was the year prior to the CFP's berth when they took down Oklahoma State 41-31 in the Cotton Bowl.Missouri TigersAll Mizzou has to do is beat a struggling Arkansas team on Saturday for the final regular season game, and they should be locked into one of the four bowls just outside CFP contention. Mizzou enters top 10, K-State rises in newest AP poll This season, those bowl games that the Tigers could be in line for inclu...

Not even rain can dampen the holiday mood at Santa's Magical Kingdom

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 07:55:45 GMT

EUREKA, Mo. - Santa’s Magical Kingdom has become a popular holiday staple for families in its 34 years. A little rain on Monday could not shake the holiday spirit among employees.“The rain doesn’t affect us much. In fact, sometimes it looks the lights kind of have a shimmer or gleam to them when there’s water on them,” Jeff Borcherding, general manager at Santa’s Magical Kingdom, said.They’ve brought back all the favorite scenes, including three tunnels of different themes and something brand new this year“It’s a pixel forest. It’s an animated pixel forecast which we really, really think it turned out awesome. The kids are going to love it. Families are going to enjoy it,” Borcherding said.They offer wagon and train rides, which can be reserved online.“It’s become a tradition for a lot of families, they come every year. Some families actually come on the same day every year whether it be Thanksgiving or New Year’s Eve,” Borcherding said. “And you know, seeing the kids’ faces, it mak...

The 25+ best Black Friday deals so far

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 07:55:45 GMT

Everything we know about Black Friday 2023We’ve curated a list of the hottest items discounted for  Black Friday, and we're consistently updating our page to bring you the best deals for Black Friday 2023. Among the best Black Friday deals, you’ll find some of our top picks we’ve run through the BestReviews Testing Lab, such as the Hisense 65-Inch Class U8 Series Smart TV and Bissell Little Green Carpet Cleaner.Keep checking our page to get the best Black Friday deals.Last updated on Nov. 18, 2023, at 6:30 a.m. PT. TV dealsTVs are hot items during Black Friday sales, so if you’ve been looking for an upgrade, you can snag one at a significant discount. TVs of various screen sizes and some with plenty of excellent smart functions will be on sale.Sony Bravia XR 65-Inch 4K Smart TV17% OFFThis smart TV has a full array LED backlight panel for reproducing vivid visuals and rich colors, and the Cognitive Proce...

The best Black Friday Walmart deals

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 07:55:45 GMT

BestReviews is reader-supported and may earn an affiliate commission. Details.The top Black Friday deals on electronics, home appliances and more at Walmart Retail giant Walmart is one of the heavy hitters during Black Friday, offering deep discounts that can save you hundreds of dollars. Walmart has discounted some of the hottest items for Black Friday.  At BestReviews, we’ve tested and researched countless products to help you shop more confidently. Whether you want a new pair of Apple AirPods to listen to your favorite tunes on the go or to get a head start on finding holiday toys for your little one (like the mini Chevrolet Silverado Ride-On Car below), we’ve rounded up the best Walmart Black Friday deals available now.Last updated on Nov. 18, 2023, at 7:00 a.m. PT. Electronics dealsBlack Friday is an excellent time to shop for holiday gifts, and electronics are among the hottest items you can save on. Walmar...

Missouri man wins 50K scratchers prize in Lee's Summit

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 07:55:45 GMT

KANSAS CITY, Mo. — A Missouri man won a $50,000 scratchers prize on a "500X" ticket he purchased at the Hy-Vee on 301 N.E. Rice Road, in Lee’s Summit.This is only the 13th time a $50,000 prize has been won on the $50 game Jackson County man scores lottery prize at Lee’s Summit gas station To date, players have won over $63.3 million playing “500X.” Over $194.3 million remain in unclaimed prizes, including 37 additional $50,000 prizes, two top prizes of $5 million and three prizes of $1 million.In the fiscal year 2023, players in Jackson County won more than $108.7 million in Missouri Lottery prizes. Retailers received more than $9.9 million in commissions and bonuses, and more than $15.5 million in Lottery proceeds went to education programs in the county.

One killed in Denver police shooting near Platte Street

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 07:55:45 GMT

One person was killed in a police shooting near 16th and Platte streets on Monday afternoon, according to the Denver Police Department.Related ArticlesCrime and Public Safety | Fort Collins police officer kills man holding “edged weapon” after 911 caller reported he was yelling racial slurs Crime and Public Safety | 6 additional Colorado officers charged in fatal police shooting of Christian Glass Crime and Public Safety | Colorado sergeant who OKed use of force against Christian Glass sentenced to probation Crime and Public Safety | Man killed by Westminster police pointed gun at another man, body-worn camera footage shows Crime and Public Safety | Larimer County deputy shoots at vehicle; driver injured in crash Officers were responding to the area on a weapons-related call, Denver police posted on X at 4:16 p.m. Police initially reported the person was injured, and later confirmed they were...

Jamal Murray not expected to return during Nuggets road trip, likely to miss in-season tournament group stage finale vs. Rockets

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 07:55:45 GMT

DETROIT — Jamal Murray is unlikely to return during the remainder of the Nuggets’ five-game road trip this week, coach Michael Malone said Monday afternoon, meaning the point guard is expected to miss Denver’s in-season tournament group stage finale Friday in Houston.The Nuggets’ game against the Pistons on Monday night is the seventh Murray has missed since suffering a strained right hamstring Nov. 4 vs. the Bulls. Entering the matchup in Detroit, Denver (9-4) was 3-3 without Murray — perfect at home, winless on the road. Reggie Jackson has taken his place in the starting lineup.“He’s progressing, but I think there’s still some work to be done for him to get back and to be cleared,” Malone said.Murray is currently traveling with the team while injured. As the Nuggets were attempting to complete a 20-point comeback last Friday at New Orleans, he was involved in the huddle and having conversations with Malone and lead assistant co...

Colorado road conditions: I-70 reopens near Silverthorne

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 07:55:45 GMT

3:25 p.m.: Interstate 70 is reopened in both directions.2:55 p.m.: Interstate 70 westbound is closed at Loveland Pass due to safety concerns, according to the Colorado Department of Transportation. The closure extends from Loveland Pass, exit 216, to Silverthorne, exit 205. A detour is in place.2:18 p.m.: Interstate 70 eastbound is closed at Silverthorne due to safety concerns, according to the Colorado Department of Transportation. The closure extends from exit 203 for East Frisco to exit 205 for Silverthorne.2:02 p.m.: Interstate 70 westbound and Berthoud Pass are reopened after multiple crashes and vehicles sliding off the road closed the roadways for about an hour Monday afternoon.I-70 westbound at Eisenhower Tunnel and Berthoud Pass reopened just before 2 p.m., according to the Colorado Department of Transportation.Related ArticlesTransportation | Denver Mayor Mike Johnston still hasn’t named leaders for several critical posts, from sheriff to city planning ...

Panorama City man arrested with hundreds of pills, fentanyl, cocaine, heroin, gun: VCSO

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 07:55:45 GMT

A Panorama City man has been arrested for allegedly possessing hundreds of narcotic pills, including some containing fentanyl.Albert Eklund, 41, was selling drugs out of his Panorama City apartment, including to Ventura County residents, the Ventura County Sheriff's Office said in a news release.Authorities raided that apartment in the 14000 block of Lanark Street in the early hours of Nov. 9, where they found "a loaded handgun, 82 grams of fentanyl, 137 grams of methamphetamine, 35 grams of cocaine, 5 grams of heroin, 1500 amphetamine pills, 70 counterfeit fentanyl pills, PCP laced cigarettes and several hundred other pharmaceutical pills," officials said. Eklund faces charges of possession of a controlled substance for sale, possession of a dangerous drug for sale, possession of a firearm by a convicted felon and possession of ammunition by a convicted felon.As of Monday, Eklund had been released from custody on bail, which the VCSO initially said was set at $100,000.He is due to ...