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St. Charles County residents upset over home value assessment

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 12:02:40 GMT

ST. CHARLES COUNTY, Mo. - A St. Charles County homeowner said their home had an unfair assessment. Erik Shimandle from St. Peters said his home was assessed 12 percent higher than a year ago."That's important because the value of the home is directly tied to taxing districts like schools and fire districts. It can cause your taxes to go up," Shimandle said. "Because what they are doing is taking homes that have been fully renovated or even partially renovated but good enough to sell. Those are the only ones that have really sold in the last couple of years. They then apply the price per square foot to everybody's home in the area. Most people's homes in the area haven’t been renovated to the extent that the ones that have been sold have."Shimandle said he called the St. Charles County Assessor’s Office but didn’t get the answer he had hoped for. St. Charles County residents upset over home value assessment "They told us that pretty much, it is just the way it is. I got in-depth in...

For many Southern Baptists, the only campaign question is which Republican candidate to support

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 12:02:40 GMT

By PETER SMITH (Associated Press)Southern Baptists form a core part of the white evangelical Christian bloc that has reliably and overwhelmingly voted Republican in recent elections, and is expected to again in 2024.But Southern Baptists are weighing their options in the GOP presidential primary field — some already lining up behind Donald Trump, others wary of the former president, whom most evangelical voters supported in previous elections despite his vulgar language, serial marriages and sexual bravado. Some are looking at what Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis or other candidates might offer.But even critics of many Baptist voters’ embrace of hard-right politics have little doubt where this is headed in November 2024 — support for whichever candidate emerges from the GOP nomination process. The only question is the extent of the fervor they bring to the polls.In addition to Trump and DeSantis, other GOP candidates have made a point of proclaiming their Christian convi...

Denver weather: Sunny morning followed by afternoon rain storms triggering possible flooding

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 12:02:40 GMT

The weather in metro Denver Wednesday will bring sunshine in the morning, followed by rain storms in the afternoon that could lead to flooding, according to the National Weather Service.A flash flood watch for Wednesday afternoon and evening, effective at noon, covers Colorado’s northern and central Front Range mountains.Scattered storms forming over the mountains may include small hail and bursts of wind along with heavy rain, weather service forecasters said. The strongest storms may drop up to an inch of rain within 30 minutes. Forecasters warned that the rain could trigger debris flows and mudslides, with elevated risks in the East Troublesome, Williams Fork and Mullen fire burn scar areas west of the urban Interstate 25 corridor.The high temperature in Denver Wednesday will be 78 degrees, decreasing to 76 degrees on Thursday, forecasters said.Meteorologists anticipated that a pattern of wet and relatively cool weather will persist this week with scattered rain storms deve...

Denver policeman hit with multiple gunshots, kills suspect who opened fire outside hotel

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 12:02:40 GMT

A man was killed and a veteran Denver police officer suffered multiple wounds after exchanging gunshots early Wednesday outside a hotel in northwest Denver, according to Denver Police Chief Ron Thomas, who praised the officer and said an investigation of this confrontation has begun.The policeman was taken to the Denver Health Medical Center emergency room for treatment of the gunshot wounds, which were classified as not life-threatening.The man, identified by police officials in a posting on Twitter as a “suspect,” also was taken to that emergency room, where he died.The shooting happened around 4 a.m. outside a hotel in the 2600 block of North Zuni Street.The police officer had been “very attentive,” parked outside the hotel, sitting inside his police vehicle watching the man enter — apparently to ask about staying in a room — and then leave a few moments later, Thomas said in a briefing for reporters at the scene.The man approached the police vehicle and o...

CNN CEO and chairman Chris Licht steps down

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 12:02:40 GMT

After a tumultuous 13-month tenure, Chris Licht is out at CNN. The news was announced to employees on Wednesday morning at the start of the network's daily editorial call according to the news outlet. “I met with Chris and he will be leaving CNN,” David Zaslav, the chief executive of parent company Warner Bros. Discovery, revealed to employees. Zaslav appointed a four-person leadership team to lead the network in the interim.The CEO and chairman's exit comes after The Atlantic wrote a scathing piece slamming Licht's leadership. Following the piece, Licht said on an editorial conference call that he was sorry that his role in the news cycle overshadowed the work of CNN's journalists, according to a transcript of the call. He described it as a humbling experience.Licht said he would work to win their trust, “because you deserve a leader who will be in the trenches, fighting to ensure CNN remains the world's most trusted name in news.”“CNN is not about me,” he said. “I should not be in...

Here's what new in iOS 17 but not every iPhone will get it

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 12:02:40 GMT

Apple's Worldwide Developer's Conference wasn't only about a virtual reality headset. The Cupertino tech giant also showed off new features coming soon to their products including the iPhone, Apple Watch and more.iOS 17 is expected to arrive in the fall and it's focused on making the iPhone more personalized and even easier to communicate.For starters, you'll be able to create a customized "Contact Poster." This is basically a personalized contact card that will be shown on the lock screen when you call someone else's phone. Think of it as an expanded version of the little profile picture and name that you can see when someone sends you an iMessage.A new AirDrop feature called NameDrop will make exchanging phone numbers and contact information easier. All you have to do is bring an iPhone or Apple Watch near someone else's and you can swap info. It's reminiscent of an app called Bump which was popular back when the iPhone first launched.Live Voicemail is a new feature that will help...

Anaheim homeowner wounded in armed home invasion

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 12:02:40 GMT

A homeowner was attacked and hurt during a home invasion armed robbery in Anaheim Tuesday night.The attack was reported at about 10:30 p.m. in the 1500 block of East Wright Circle, according to the Anaheim Police Department.The robbers had fled by the time officers arrived, but the homeowner was treated at the scene for minor injuries, police said.It remains unclear if anything was stolen and, if so, what was taken.Police are looking for two or three suspects, at least one of whom was armed. Anyone with information is encouraged to call the Anaheim Police Department at 714-765-1900.Alexis Lewis contributed to this report.

The Power of Timing: When to Take CBD for Optimal Results

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 12:02:40 GMT

The wellness industry is witnessing a surge of interest in natural products, and cannabidiol (CBD) oil stands at the front of the pack. Derived from the hemp plant, CBD has made a significant mark on the wellness industry, offering a potential natural approach to maintaining overall health and well-being.One question that often comes up for new users is, “when is the best time to take CBD?” Let’s take a closer look at what the best time of day to take CBD could be for you and why.Understanding CBD and Its Potential BenefitsCBD is one of the many cannabinoids found in cannabis and hemp plants. Unlike delta-9-tetrahydrocannabinol (THC), which has psychoactive properties and is commonly associated with marijuana, CBD doesn’t produce a “high.” With the passage of the 2018 Farm Bill, CBD has become legal across the U.S., paving the way for a more exploration of its possible benefits.Some potential benefits of CBD oil could include promoting a sense of ...

Francis Mercier Prepares for Sound

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 12:02:40 GMT

Francis Mercier Prepares for Sound: NY based, Haitian producer/DJ Francis Mercier plays a headline show at Sound Nightclub on Friday, having recently performed both weekends of Coachella. It’s fair to say this has been a good year so far for the artist.Mercier started DJing during his freshman year in college after his friends took him to a Tiesto & Armin van Buuren show.“After hearing them play, I fell in love with electronic music and wanted to play on a stage like that one day,” he says. “During my latter years of college, I began DJing in New York which is when things began to get serious for me.”He describes his sound today as, “culturally and ethnically rich sound that comprises deep, melodic, and worldly elements.” Meanwhile, he feels that the current state of electronic music is “leaning towards mainstream adoption of underground music.”“The genres that I especially love – Afro/Ethnic/Middle Eastern house ...

San Francisco homicide: Man shot in Lower Haight

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 12:02:40 GMT

A 25-year-old man was fatally shot Monday evening in the Lower Haight neighborhood of San Francisco, police said.The shooting was reported at 7:08 p.m. at Rose and Webster streets. Before officers arrived, the victim was driven to a hospital, where he died, police said.No other details were released; no arrest had been made as of Tuesday.Related ArticlesCrime and Public Safety | Human remains found in 45 bags are missing call center staff, Mexico confirms Crime and Public Safety | Man accused of killing California cop 40 years ago goes on trial again Crime and Public Safety | Son, father charged in Oakland killing of suspected truck thief Crime and Public Safety | Two convicted of murdering East Bay restaurant owner during attempted purse snatching Crime and Public Safety | Man fatally shot in East Oakland