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Jason Momoa dines at one of St. Louis' best new restaurants

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 17:55:26 GMT

ST. LOUIS -- There are a lot of people excited about Jason Momoa's visit to the St. Louis area. The movie and TV star greeted hundreds of fans during scheduled visits to St. Louis County stores Tuesday and Wednesday. There are some images on social media of the actor at some St. Louis locations not on the public schedule.Thomas "Buzz" Moore & Jason Momoa Buzz's Hawaiian Grill sevrved Momoa a private lunch Tuesday. The owner, Thomas "Buzz" Moore, is from O‘ahu and opened the grill in 2022 to bring Hawaiian flavors to the St. Louis area. Mamoa is also from O‘ahu and wanted to have some food from his home state. When should Missouri expect the first snow? Moore says that there are a lot of people from Hawaii living in the St. Louis area. He sees a lot of them when they visit for authentic Hawaiian food that is hard to find elsewhere. His goal is to share his family recipes with the St. Louis community.The restaurant has won several awards. The Riverfront Times named the grill the...

One killed in overnight shooting on North Broadway

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 17:55:26 GMT

Denver police on Wednesday were investigating a fatal overnight shooting on Broadway north of downtown as a homicide.Police said officers were responding to reports of a shooting in the 2300 block of Broadway in a post about 1:30 a.m. on X, formerly known as Twitter. Nearly eight hours later, the department in the late morning that the victim, who was found with an “unknown extent of injuries,” had died.The victim has been pronounced deceased. This case is now being investigated as a homicide. The victim ID and cause of death will be released by the Office of the Medical Examiner— Denver Police Dept. (@DenverPolice) October 18, 2023Related ArticlesCrime and Public Safety | Colorado Supreme Court upholds controversial Google search warrant in deadly Green Valley Ranch arson case Crime and Public Safety | 6 shot — 3 fatally — at party in industrial area of east Denver, police say Crime and Public Safety | Jury deliberating i...

4 young women killed in Malibu crash were Pepperdine students

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 17:55:26 GMT

A driver is facing manslaughter charges after he struck and killed four women on Pacific Coast Highway on Tuesday night, and new information indicates that the four victims were students of Pepperdine University. The crash happened around 8:30 p.m. in the 21000 block of PCH, near La Costa Beach and east of the Malibu Pier, authorities said. Pepperdine addressed the deadly collision on social media, saying that they have "reason to believe" that the four victims were studying at the University's Seaver College of Liberal Arts.Pepperdine is located in Malibu roughly four miles from where the crash occurred."We continue to cooperate with law enforcement and care for loved ones affected by this tragic event," the university said on X, formerly Twitter. "As we await further details from the investigation, we pray for our entire community."Investigators said the male driver of a black BMW was traveling westbound at a high rate of speed when he lost control, sideswiped several p...

Watch live: funeral for Manhattan Beach Police Officer Chad Swanson

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 17:55:26 GMT

Mourners are paying their last respects to Manhattan Beach Police Officer Chad Swanson, 35, who died in a crash on the 405 Freeway on Oct. 4. Funeral services are being held Wednesday at SeaCoast Grace Church in Cypress, California.“In the midst of tragedy, let us remember that our strength lies in the unity that binds us together as a community,” said Manhattan Beach Mayor Richard Montgomery. “In honoring the memory of Officer Chad Swanson, let us draw strength from our shared commitment to support, uplift, and protect one another."Officer Chad Swanson. EOW photo provided by Manhattan Beach Police.Swanson was a motorcycle officer who was involved in a four-vehicle crash on the northbound 405 Freeway near East Del Amo Boulevard, according to the California Highway Patrol. He had been with the Manhattan Beach Police Department for 13 years.The cause of the crash remains under investigation.

Israel's Instagram account slams Gigi Hadid

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 17:55:26 GMT

(The Hill) -- Israel's government’s official Instagram account called out model and personality Gigi Hadid for a post she shared on the Israel-Hamas war. Hadid, who is half-Palestinian, took to her Instagram over the weekend to share a graphic that read: “There is nothing Jewish about the Israeli government’s treatment of Palestinians. Condemning the Israeli government is not antisemitic and supporting Palestinians is not supporting Hamas,” according to Variety.“Have you been sleeping the past week?” the State of Israel wrote on Instagram in reaction to Hadid’s post. “Or are you just fine turning a blind eye to Jewish babies being butchered in their homes? Your silence has been very clear about where you stand. We see you.”The State of Israel’s post also included a graphic that revised the original post to call out Hamas. The revised text reads: “There is nothing valiant about Hamas’ massacre of Israelis. Condemning Hamas for what it is (ISIS) is not anti-Palestine and supporti...

The Best of Small Plates: Raphael Lunetta Is The King Of Prix Fixe

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 17:55:26 GMT

Long before the small plate movement began, diners were jamming into Santa Monica’s  JiRaffe restaurant on Monday nights for a chance to experience chef Raphael Lunetta’s intriguing new concept: The Tasting Menu — something that has become commonplace in L.A. dining rooms.Popular with both diners and chefs, the sharing plates and small bites trend has taken off and redefined how we experience dining and doesn’t look like it’s going anywhere anytime soon. In fact, this week’s dineLA celebrates 15 years, largely inspired by the first chefs to participate  — Lunetta and his JiRaffe partner and childhood friend Josiah Citrin who went on to open the Michelin-starred Melisse. “The small plate movement really approached us in the early 2000s for a couple of reasons,” the Dogtown native and avid surfer tells L.A. Weekly in his current restaurant, Lunetta. “Going out to dinner and sitting in front of somebody at a little two-top had gotten a little boring. In the ‘80s and ‘90s lunch was big....

Sergio Diaz Pronounced Dead following Hit-and-Run at Warner Avenue [Santa Ana, CA]

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 17:55:26 GMT

Sergio Diaz Killed in Hit-and-Run at Warner Avenue [Santa Ana, CA]SANTA ANA, CA (October 18, 2023) – Sunday night, a hit-and-run on Warner Avenue claimed the life of Sergio Diaz.Police received reports of the collision shortly after 10:00 p.m. in the area of Warner Avenue and Brookhollow Drive.Based on the investigation, an eastbound driver hit the man crossing Warner and fled the scene without rendering aid.Tragically, the Santa Ana Police declared 32-year-old Sergio Diaz of Santa Ana, dead at the scene. Diaz was believed to have been walking to or from work at the time of the incident.Additionally, police have not released any information about the suspect. Although it was reported that multiple witnesses have come forward with leads.Moreover, Santa Ana Officials will post additional updates as they become available to the public.Anyone who witnessed the fatal hit-and-run to contact the detectives at 714-245-8215 or 714-245-8200.Furthermore, a portion of the roadway was temp...

Rider Dies in Motorcycle Accident on 38th Street [Sacramento, CA]

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 17:55:26 GMT

One Pronounced Dead after Two-Vehicle Crash near 24th StreetSACRAMENTO, CA (October 18, 2023) – Monday afternoon, a motorcycle accident claimed the life of one rider on 38th Street.At approximately 2:45 p.m., crews arrived in the vicinity of 24th Street and the Sacramento Executive Airport.Upon their arrival, first responders discovered a Ford Transit van and an unresponsive motorcyclist. Due to the severity of injuries sustained, paramedics declared the rider deceased at the scene.Meanwhile, the driver of the Ford remained at the location and fully cooperated with the ongoing investigation.Authorities have not yet released the identities of those involved. Individuals who may have witnessed this fatal collision are urged to contact local law enforcement officers. As soon as more information becomes available, further details will be provided.The team at Sweet James offers their warm and sincerest sympathies to the friends and family of the deceased rider. May you find comfort...

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Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 17:55:26 GMT

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One of the year’s very best concert tours is coming to San Francisco

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 17:55:26 GMT

SZA was nothing short of fantastic on her first trip through the Bay Area in 2023, wowing a packed house at the Oakland Arena back in March with more than two dozen terrific numbers.That offering — which ranked among the very best concerts we’ve seen this year — came seven months after the incredibly popular soul singer performed at San Francisco’s Golden Gate Park, where she delighted tens of thousands as one of the headliners at the mammoth Outside Lands music festival in August 2022.Now, the St. Louis-born talent returns to the Bay Area for a big show at Chase Center in San Francisco on Oct. 26.It’s part of the blockbuster SOS Tour — the same great road show fans witnessed in March in Oakland — so expect to be impressed.Related ArticlesMusic | Sax star Wayne Escoffery needs no introduction — but here’s one anyway Music | After surprise Grammy nomination, säje takes the next step Music | ...