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Missouri's beer tax among lowest in US

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:41:10 GMT

ST. LOUIS - If you celebrated the Fourth of July with beer in Missouri, there's a good chance you spent less than most others around the nation. A new report from Tax Foundation released information on beer taxes in each state. According to the report, Missouri is tied for the second-lowest beer tax in the United States, taxing just 6 cents per gallon to consumers. SLMPD investigating several overnight shootings Every state has a beer tax in some form that could depend on factors like alcohol production, content, sizes and places of purchase within each state. Beer taxes are also collected on a federal level, but state taxes often serve as a source or covering costs in alcohol creation or raising revenue. Some states have this in the form of an excise tax, in which an additional sales tax is applied to the listed price of the beer at checkout. Other states choose to include the total into the retailer's sales price without enforcing another tax at checkout. Close ...

New CEO starts at independent Colorado bookstore Tattered Cover

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:41:10 GMT

New CEO Brad Dempsey officially took the reins of independent bookstore Tattered Cover on Wednesday, taking over the iconic 52-year-old Colorado business at a difficult time in the bookselling industry.The Colorado native is a lawyer and past political hopeful who had spent the past two months working as an outside adviser for the company.In spite of “pretty substantial financial obstacles” that the business currently faces, Dempsey pointed to the Tattered Cover’s “incredible intrinsic value” to Colorado history that gives it an advantage. Right now, his primary goal is to grow sales and build the store’s inventory – “to sell more of what sells.”And he’s hopeful about the future of brick-and-mortar bookstore market.“There’s still a very viable business model for the independent bookstore,” Dempsey said. “There’s still margin and ROI, for all the people who are into that – which, you know, investors a...

Westminster police officer hits, kills pedestrian Tuesday night

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:41:10 GMT

A Westminster police officer is on paid administrative leave after striking and killing a pedestrian who stepped into traffic Tuesday night, according to a news release from the Westminster Police Department.The police officer, who was not named in the news release, was driving south on Sheridan Boulevard approaching 107th Avenue around 10:30 p.m. Tuesday when a man stepped into traffic lanes. The officer hit the man, who was pronounced dead at the scene, police said.The pedestrian’s name will be released by the Jefferson County Coroner’s Office.The officer was not injured in the incident.Related ArticlesCrime and Public Safety | Pedestrian on I-76 dies when hit by vehicle near E-470 ramp in Brighton Crime and Public Safety | Four pedestrians struck, two critically hurt near Guaranteed Rate Field before a White Sox game Crime and Public Safety | Pedestrian hit by driver of SUV in southwest Aurora dies The 17th Judicial Dist...

Coco Lee, Hong Kong-born singer, dead at 48

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:41:10 GMT

Coco Lee, a Hong Kong-born singer and songwriter who had a highly successful career in Asia, has died by suicide, her siblings said Wednesday. She was 48. The star had been suffering from depression for several years, Lee’s elder sisters Carol and Nancy Lee said in a statement posted on Facebook and Instagram, with her condition deteriorating drastically over the last few months.“Although, CoCo sought professional help and did her best to fight depression, sadly that demon inside of her took the better of her,” the statement read.Lee attempted suicide at home over the weekend and she was rushed to a hospital, her sister said. They said that she was in a coma and died on Wednesday.Hong Kong-born American singer CoCo Lee performing in Beijing, China, Monday, Oct 6, 2003. Coco Lee, a Hong Kong-born singer who had a highly successful career in Asia, died on Wednesday, July 5, 2023. She was 48. (AP Photo/Ng Han Guan, File)Lee, who was born in Hong Kong but later moved to the U.S. where s...

Knott’s Berry Farm to keep its Soak City waterpark open until October

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:41:10 GMT

The waterpark season at Knott’s Berry Farm will stay open well into fall, the Buena Park theme park announced on Wednesday.Soak City will now stay open through Oct. 1 instead of closing on Sept. 10, as originally planned.The extension of Soak City's operational season comes as experts predict that California will have a "hotter-than-average summer." Those visiting the waterpark to beat the heat can take a relaxing trip down the lazy river, catch some waves at the Tidal Wave Pool or take a trip down one of the park’s water slides. Knott’s Berry Farm reimplements chaperone policy that was enacted due to fights Single-day admission tickets start at $49.99 and can be purchased on the theme park website.Frequent visitors can also buy a season pass to enjoy unlimited visits to the popular waterpark.From May 19 until Sept. 4, parkgoers can enjoy other summer activities at Knott’s, including visiting the newly refurbished Fiesta Village area, playing games along the Boardwalk, or particip...

Drone show dazzles after fireworks canceled in Redondo Beach

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:41:10 GMT

A swimming dolphin in the sky was among the highlights of Tuesday night’s Independence Day celebration in Redondo Beach.After canceling its scheduled fireworks show due to new water quality regulations, the city instead turned to a drone show company that put together a 10-minute display featuring 200 drones over Seaside Lagoon.In addition to the dolphin, a video recorded by Dale Lofgren shows the illuminated drones spelling out “Redondo Beach” and creating a map of the United States and the U.S. flag in the sky.A swimming dolphin in the sky was among the highlights of Tuesday night’s Independence Day celebration in Redondo Beach. July 4, 2023. (Dale Lofgren via Storyful)In late May, the Los Angeles Regional Water Quality Control Board adopted an order to reduce fireworks debris from falling into bodies of water like the ocean or marinas due to a lawsuit brought by environmental activists.This prompted some communities to alter their July Fourth celebration plans, including downtown...

Armed man in critical condition after being shot by deputies during chase in Santa Clarita, LASD says

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:41:10 GMT

At least one deputy from the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department opened fire on an armed man in Santa Clarita Tuesday night, sending him to the hospital.The unidentified man was shot at 11:42 p.m. in the 24200 Block of Arch Street, and he was taken to a local hospital to be treated for his wounds, the LASD said in a news release. An investigation revealed deputies had spotted a vehicle that matched the description of one that was possibly involved in an assault with a deadly weapon incident earlier that night in Canyon Country. As deputies contacted the people in the vehicle, the front passenger got out and ran away, officials said. The deputies ran after the suspect and determined he was armed; that's when they opened fire on the suspect, authorities said.The unidentified suspect was struck by gunfire and was taken to a hospital. He was described as being in critical condition late Wednesday morning. No deputies were injured in the incident.A firearm was recovered at the scene,...

Man Dead after Hit-and-Run Pedestrian Collision on East Twain Avenue [Las Vegas, NV]

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:41:10 GMT

47-Year-Old Male Pedestrian Killed in Fatal Accident near University Center DriveLAS VEGAS, NV (July 5, 2023) – Sunday evening, one man was pronounced dead after a hit-and-run pedestrian collision on East Twain Avenue.Dispatchers responded to the scene around 9:10 p.m., just east of University Center Drive north of the UNLV campus on July 2nd.Per reports, the driver of a 2021 Nissan Rouge SUV was heading west on Twain Avenue and struck a pedestrian.Upon impact, the involved driver fled the scene without contacting authorities or rendering aid.Meanwhile, paramedics rushed the male pedestrian to Sunrise Hospital where he eventually succumbed to his injuries.Following preliminary duties, officers confirmed that the hit-and-run vehicle was a rental Nissan with an Oregon license plate. At this time, local authorities are still looking for the suspect and any witnesses are urged to call the LVMPD at (702) 828-3595.An active investigation to determine more information is still underw...

Insomnia Meets its Match: ‘Anxiety Addict’s Bedtime Stories’ Offers a Lifeline for the Restless Nights

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:41:10 GMT

Photo credits: Sofia Alexander Photography Can Any Of Us Sleep?Someone out there (other than a pharmaceutical company) gets it: an overwhelming number of people cannot turn off their brains to get the much-needed rest they so badly crave. Insomnia affects a reported one in three adults worldwide. Anxiety hits home for nearly 30% of us globally.  TechRepublic published a study revealing that 66% of adults admit to sleeping with their phones. But it can feel impossible to let go of devices for some mindless entertainment after a long day. This is when (around midnight) those who have given up counting sheeps may stumble across the new podcast, Anxiety Addict’s Bedtime Stories.Created by writer and comedian, Jo Newman, this new podcast offers short, funny, mostly true stories gathered from friends and family across the globe. “We know stories are the best way to get to sleep. That’s why there are millions of children’s books published all over the world for over a century. Why don’t we...

Man Killed in Hit-and-Run Pedestrian Crash on East Sahara Avenue [Las Vegas, NV]

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:41:10 GMT

Male Pedestrian Pronounced Dead after Fatal Collision near State StreetLAS VEGAS, NV (July 5, 2023) – Thursday night, one man was fatally injured in a hit-and-run pedestrian crash on East Sahara Avenue.The incident occurred around 10:30 p.m., near State Street on June 22nd.Per reports, the driver of a black 2013 BMW 328i was traveling at high rates of speed and collided with a Mercury Stable. Upon impact, the BMW spun out before eventually striking a man in his 30s who was standing in the bus lane.The driver of the BMW then exited his vehicle and fled the scene on foot. At this time, the suspect still remains at large.Due to the extent of injuries sustained, medics pronounced the male pedestrian dead at the scene. Although, police have not yet released his identity.At this time, the crash is still under investigation and any witnesses are urged to contact authorities. Once available, further details will be provided about the fatal pedestrian crash on East Sahara Avenue.Sincer...