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Salmonella outbreak in 11 states - including MO & IL - linked to pet turtles: CDC

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 14:31:24 GMT

CLEVELAND (WJW) — The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is warning people to not get too close to pet turtles due to a salmonella outbreak affecting multiple states.As of Friday, 26 people across 11 states have reportedly been infected, the CDC reported. Overall, nine people have been hospitalized. With the exception of one case in California, all cases were reported in the East and Midwest. Tennessee has reported the most cases at six, followed by Pennsylvania at four. Here's where all connected cases have been reported, according to the CDC: StateNumber of CasesTennessee6Pennsylvania4New York3Georgia2Illinois2North Carolina2Ohio2Virginia2California1Kentucky1Missouri1The first cases of salmonella believed to be connected to turtles were reported in October 2022, with new cases reported nearly every month since. It can take three to four weeks to determine if a person who becomes ill is connected to an outbreak, the CDC explains. The average age of those who became ill...

NWA star Trevor Murdoch previews 'Wrestling At The Chase' this weekend

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 14:31:24 GMT

ST. LOUIS - We're getting ready for 'Wrestling at The Chase.'Before 2020, St. Louis hadn't seen a major event in the past 37 years. The NWA is now celebrating 75 years of operation. ‘Surprise’ donation to help Francis Howell schools tackle student lunch debt FOX 2's Tim Ezell and Taylor Harris spoke with NWA wrestler Trevor Murdoch, who gave a history lesson on the significance of wrestling in the 'Gateway City.' Tim also got Murdoch warmed up for the event in a match of thumb wrestling.For more information about Wrestling at The Chase, click here.

Takeaways from Colorado Rapids’ 4-0 loss at LAFC as Robin Fraser addresses job security after disheartening loss

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 14:31:24 GMT

The Apple TV broadcast cameras panned to Colorado Rapids head coach Robin Fraser Wednesday night, who appeared to be in the middle of a thousand-yard stare. It’s not the first time this season the cameras have captured a perplexed Fraser, either.The Rapids didn’t do anything to help their postseason chances in a return to MLS play, as they were on the end of a 4-0 drubbing at LAFC. Even with their two marquee summer signings seeing action, the Rapids trailed 3-0 by halftime and failed to muster a single goal.Fraser called LAFC “one of the most talented attacking teams I’ve seen in the history of the league,” though it was the same transitional moments on defense that buried Colorado, which is winless in 15 of its last 16 games across all competitions.Here are three takeaways from the loss.Job security in questionFor the first time this season, Fraser was asked about his job security with the Rapids closer to competing for the Wooden Spoon for the worst ...

Gunman identified in Orange County mass shooting that left 4 dead at popular biker bar

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 14:31:24 GMT

Officials have identified the suspected gunman who killed three people and wounded six others before being fatally shot at a popular Orange County biker bar Wednesday evening. Orange County District Attorney Todd Spitzer named the suspect as John Snowling Thursday morning.Ventura Police Officer John Snowling patrols the Pacific View Mall. (Getty Images)Snowling had been photographed in the past as he patrolled Pacific View Mall while on duty.The Los Angeles Times reported Wednesday night that the gunman went to the bar to target his estranged wife. It was unclear if she was one of the three victims killed at the scene.The shooting happened around 7:05 p.m. at Cook's Corner, located at 19152 Santiago Canyon Road in Trabuco Canyon. Witnesses describe chaos during mass shooting at Orange County biker bar Multiple people called 911 to report shots fired, and deputies from the Sheriff's Department responded to the scene within minutes, according to Undersheriff Jeff Hallock.When deputi...

Witnesses describe chaos during mass shooting at Orange County biker bar

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 14:31:24 GMT

Customers were enjoying $8 spaghetti night as a live band played at the popular Cook's Corner biker bar when shots rang out in Orange County's Trabuco Canyon Wednesday. “All of a sudden I heard a bang, bang, bang, bang. Just kept going, so everyone started screaming and running all over," witness Skip Patrick said. Authorities investigate a deadly shooting at Cook's Corner in Orange County on Aug. 23, 2023. (OnScene.TV)Patrick first thought it was firecrackers and ducked down. Looking around, he saw a man in a light blue shirt. “He had two guns in his hand. He started shooting toward me,” Patrick said.The gunman then went to the parking lot where Patrick saw him retrieve several more guns. “He just kept shooting and shooting. It sounded like he had shot over 100 rounds," Patrick said.The gunman did not appear to be shooting at anyone in particular at that point. “If he saw someone, he was shooting at them. He didn’t care who it was,” said Patrick, who heard that a woman celebrating ...

Kobe Bryant tributes pour in for #MambaDay

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 14:31:24 GMT

Thursday is a special day for many Angelenos and NBA fans across the world.Aug. 24 is Kobe Bryant Day, honoring the Laker great who died in a 2020 helicopter crash alongside his daughter, Gianna, and seven others.The date, celebrated in Orange County and Los Angeles, pays tribute to Bryant's two jersey numbers, 8 and 24. It also comes just one day after the Black Mamba's birthday.Locally, prominent landmarks are celebrating Bryant. The Santa Monica Pier's Ferris wheel will light up in purple and gold while featuring messages like “LA + ❤️ + 24” and “LA + ❤️ + 8."Bryant, a five-time NBA champion widely considered to be one of top five players of all time, remains a prominent fixture in Southern California, with murals celebrating his career — and, often, the life of Gianna — spotted all over the Southland.That legacy permeates the sports world, with major media outlets, other athletes and even rival teams paying homage to the Mamba on social media using #MambaDay and in interviews.Go...

Lizzo to sue backup dancers for 'malicious prosecution'

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 14:31:24 GMT

Lizzo is firing back at the allegations against her by a trio of dancers. According to TMZ, her lawyer, Marty Singer, revealed she's planning to countersue for malicious prosecution claiming the dancers are being hypocritical. It's all because of a photo, which according to her attorney, shows her backup dancers happily cavorting after attending the Crazy Horse cabaret show in Paris, France. "These images showing the three plaintiffs gleefully reveling backstage after the topless show were taken after their February 2023 visit to Bananenbar in Amsterdam that they complain about in their lawsuit," wrote Singer in a statement obtained by People magazine.Lizzo performs onstage at the 2019 Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival on April 21, 2019, in Indio. (Emma McIntyre/Getty Images for Coachella)This came after they claimed the singer pressured them into attending that event. According to the "Special" singer's attorney, all three dancers continued to work on her tour after the...

Karina Sayed – Setting Standards

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 14:31:24 GMT

“The bottom line: investing in real estate is smart because the property is tangible. People always have, and always will, need shelter. This means it is very unlikely that our need for shelter (i.e., buying or renting homes) will ever go away.”Kathy Fettke, Co-Founder and Co-CEO of RealWealthIt is the dream of every man to possess a shelter on the most pocket-friendly budget. However, with every desire comes additional demands and sacrifices; some might be more focused on the aesthetics of their dream place, and others might just need a little bit more security. At the same time, some demand a more spacious residence. With the regular fastidious development around the sphere, one must not need to worry about finding the right accommodation. But the question arises, how does one find the exact property in a crowded city full of bustling communities and a diverse collection of landscapes throughout the municipality? If one sets foot to find the required property on his own in an enor...

Insights from Kinfolk Home Loans Founders on Leadership in Real Estate

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 14:31:24 GMT

The world of real estate is not just about transactions and properties; it’s a realm where leadership is redefined, nurtured, and transformed. In a groundbreaking exploration of leadership journeys, Kinfolk Home Loans founders Cody Adams, Scott Camara, and Connor Cozen offer valuable insights into how their experiences have shaped an evolution of leadership styles and values in the context of the real estate industry.A journey of leadership begins with the foundations of early life experiences, academic pursuits, and personal growth. Drawing from their diverse backgrounds, Cody Adams, Scott Camara, and Connor Cozen have leveraged their formative years to establish a unique approach to real estate leadership. From humble beginnings to academic achievements, their collective experiences contribute to an enriched perspective on leadership, emphasizing values, and authentic connections.Cody Adams, Chief Executive Officer of Kinfolk Home Loans, shares, “Our journeys began far...

Can CBD Oil Help You Recover From A Hangover?

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 14:31:24 GMT

CBD oil has become the new “hangover savior” for a few hemp fans. That’s right, many party-hardy guys and gals are reaching for a bottle of CBD after a boozy night. Supposedly, CBD oil’s anti-inflammatory effects help bring some semblance of normalcy to folks fighting off a massive migraine.So, do CBD products work that well for hangover symptoms? Are CBD extracts a valid “cheat code” for the pounding headaches that follow a night of frivolity?Can CBD Oil Get Rid Of Your Hangover?Sorry to burst your bubble, but CBD oil isn’t powerful enough to get rid of a hangover. Honestly, it will take time and hydration to get over this painful side effect.However, just because CBD can’t “cure” a hangover doesn’t mean it can’t help in the recovery process. It’s true that CBD has anti-inflammatory effects, which may help reduce the pain patients feel during a hangover. There are also plenty of migraine patients that use...