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Ex-Philadelphia police officer sentenced to at least 8 years in shooting death of 12-year-old boy
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — A fired Philadelphia police officer has been sentenced to at least eight years in prison in the shooting of a fleeing 12-year-old boy. Edsaul Mendoza said in court Monday that he felt sorrow and regret just before he was sentenced to 8 to 20 years. Mendoza pleaded guilty to third-degree murder in April in the shooting of Thomas “T.J.” Siderio in March 2022. Prosecutors said the 12-year-old boy was on the ground and unarmed when Mendoza fired the fatal shot. Police said the youth had first fired a shot at an unmarked police car, injuring one of four plainclothes officers inside.
North Central Missouri College trustees meeting scheduled for July 23
The Board of Trustees for North Central Missouri College (NCMC) is scheduled to convene for their monthly meeting on July 23, 2024, at 5:30 p.m. This meeting will take place in the Board of Trustees Meeting Room at the Frey Administrative Center. The meeting will begin with the call to...
Chillicothe Police Department Weekend Report
Officers received 173 calls for service over the weekend from Friday to Sunday, including:. Friday at 9:14 AM, Officers took a walk in report of stealing. Upon investigation, Officers took a statement and report of stealing and forgery. Investigation continuing. Saturday at 9:03 AM, Officers responded to the 10s block...
Culver-Stockton College Welcomes Alumna Michelle Kirkham as Director of Development
Culver-Stockton College is pleased to announce the appointment of Michelle Kirkham as the new Director of Development. A 2010 graduate of Culver-Stockton College with a degree in business administration, Michelle brings over a decade of combined experience in fundraising and marketing to her alma mater. Michelle recently earned a certificate...
Daily spot storm chances along with increasing humidity
ST. LOUIS – Mostly sunny to partly cloudy for much of the region Monday (more clouds across our southern counties), with highs in the mid-80s. Humidity was more noticeable on Sunday and that will continue to ramp up this week. Isolated showers and storms Monday afternoon but much of the region will stay dry. Isolated […]
Mudcats Lose Regular Season Finale, Miss Chance to Host Postseason Game
The Chillicothe Mudcats had already clinched a spot in the MINK League postseason for the first time in three years earlier this week. They came into the final day of the MINK League playoffs with a chance to host a MINK League playoff game for the first time in five years. They needed to either win against the Warren County Cropdusters, or they needed the Sedalia Bombers to lose at St. Joseph earlier in the day. Unfortunately, they got neither result to work in their favor.
Retired MSD CEO receives six-figure payout for unused sick, vacation days
The retired head of the Metropolitan St. Louis Sewer District has come under fire for a generous perk that allowed him to collect tens of thousands of dollars for unused sick time – and that’s not all.
Monday's Report: Bacon get road W, Henley's Open, 🏈talk/Macon TD Club, Macon RBI wins; Bad day for the Braves; MLB HoF, college 🏈, Olympics, WNBA, NFL, NASCAR
In Coverage: A superb British Open for Russell Henley; Talking football with Macon Touchdown Club speakers. 📰S📰C📰O📰R📰E📰B📰O📰A📰R📰D. For most of the game, it was a rough night for Macon, down 5-3. Then came the ninth, when Macon put up 6...
Roger Goodell was asked if Super Bowl was ‘scripted’ for Taylor Swift to attend – and NFL boss labeled it ‘nonsense’
TAYLOR Swift's impact on the 2023 NFL season was so vast Roger Goodell was forced to deny wild conspiracy swirling rumors around Super Bowl LVIII. The NFL commissioner hit back in February against claims the Kansas City Chiefs reached the showpiece event because of Swift's relationship with Travis Kelce. Pop...
Steelville archeologist uncovers ties between hometown and Trail of Tears
Sharon Benoit has a wealth of knowledge about her Cherokee ancestors, but there is a lot she still wants to know. On a hot day last July, Benoit went to Steelville, Missouri, to learn about one of her ancestors: a young girl who arrived as an orphan in Oklahoma via the Cherokee Trail of Tears route that crossed the Ozarks.
Rescuers Shocked When They See A Small, Helpless Creature Tied To A Picnic Table
Being an animal rescuer means always being ready for the most unexpected things. You just never know when your new mission is about to unfold. One day, the dedicated team of Stray Rescue of St. Louis, led by Donna Lochmann, rushed to the streets to help dogs in need before a big rainstorm, only to discover something truly shocking.
Ashland Pride festival spreads love and inclusivity
Spread throughout Ashland Park, the third annual Ashland Pride festival included vendors of all trades, performances from different groups, laughing attendees and waving flags, in celebration of the LGBTQ+ community. Community members from Ashland and its surrounding areas gathered from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sunday to celebrate who they...
Military Exchange Kicks It Up a Digital Notch at Fort Leonard Wood
The Army and Air Force Exchange Service (AAFES) is continuing to bring 5G connectivity to military exchange bases to benefit both servicemen and women and their families. Missouri’s Fort Leonard Wood’s exchange is the latest to benefit from this digital upgrade. Melissa Buckley of the Fort Leonard Wood Public Affairs Office shared the good news via a U.S. Army publication.
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