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Man speaks out about close call after his home exploded in Granite City

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 10:53:00 GMT

GRANITE CITY, Ill. - A massive explosion ripped a Granite City home to shreds early Monday morning.It happened around 3 a.m. on Dale Avenue. The home was destroyed in pieces.In a matter of minutes, Matthew Jones went from being a new proud homeowner to a man sifting through the debris and rubble of his once-living abode. However, Jones said he is counting his blessing.“Looking where my bed is, looking where I would have been sleeping. I'm pretty thankful that I work graveyard shift because there is no way I would have survived that blast,” he said.Jones said he bought the home at the beginning of the year, and he said to know he lost everything inside is heartbreaking. Crews investigating home explosion in Granite City, Illinois “A house can be built, you can't really bring someone back from the dead. I have homeowners insurance and I have family," Jones said. "So I'm sure I'll be reaching out to them to see where I might be able to stay."His next-door neighbor's home also sustain...

Rockies’ Ryan McMahon and Ezequiel Tovar becoming dynamic fielding duo

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 10:53:00 GMT

It’s not the Nolan-and-Trevor show, and it might never be. Still, the left side of the Rockies’ infield has been flashing some fine leather this season.Veteran third baseman Ryan McMahon turned in one of the better defensive games of his career Sunday in the Rockies’ 4-3 victory over the Angels. Ezequiel Tovar, the slick-fielding rookie shortstop, started three of Colorado’s four double plays to help seal the win.From 2016 to 2020, Colorado’s lineup featured 10-time Gold Glove winner Nolan Arenado at third and the athletic Trevor Story at short. It was a dynamic duo in the field and at the plate. Arenado was traded to St. Louis before the 2021 season, and Story became a free agent after the 2021 season, but the new combo of McMahon-Tovar is working just fine.Manager Bud Black was especially impressed by McMahon’s performance on Sunday.“That was one of the better defensive days I’ve seen from a third baseman for a long time,” Blac...

Broncos offensive coordinator Joe Lombardi pleased with QB Russell Wilson’s progress in new system: “We’re really happy with where he’s at.”

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 10:53:00 GMT

Broncos offensive coordinator Joe Lombardi reunited with head coach Sean Payton in Denver, hoping to get quarterback Russell Wilson, the team’s $245 million investment, back on track after a dreadful 2022 season.Although there’s still a ways to go, Lombardi was pleased with Wilson’s development during the team’s offseason program.“I don’t know what’s going to happen, but we’re really happy with where he’s at,” Lombardi said.While working with Wilson, Lombardi, who worked under Payton in New Orleans as an offensive assistant and quarterbacks coach, noticed there was some muscle memory to overcome.“(Wilson is) used to doing things a certain way, and we’re presenting a new way of doing things,” said Lombardi, who spent the last two seasons as the Los Angeles Chargers’ offensive coordinator. “It’s a new year, new coaching staff and a new scheme. We have a lot of time to figure out the best plan for all these players.”Last season, Wilson posted career lows in touchdown ...

After the Titan implosion, the U.S. Coast Guard wants to improve the safety of submersibles

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 10:53:00 GMT

As an international group of agencies investigates why the Titan submersible imploded while carrying five people to the Titanic wreckage, U.S. maritime officials say they’ll issue a report aimed at improving the safety of submersibles worldwide.Investigators from the U.S., Canada, France and the United Kingdom are working closely together on the probe of the June 18 accident, which happened in an “unforgiving and difficult-to-access region” of the North Atlantic, said U.S. Coast Guard Rear Adm. John Mauger, of the Coast Guard First District. Salvage operations from the sea floor are ongoing, and the accident site has been mapped, Coast Guard chief investigator Capt. Jason Neubauer said Sunday. He did not give a timeline for the investigation. Neubauer said the final report will be issued to the International Maritime Organization.“My primary goal is to prevent a similar occurrence by making the necessary recommendations to advance the safety of the maritime domain worldwide,” Neubau...

Alcohol suspected in fatal 10-car crash on 10 Freeway in Upland

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 10:53:00 GMT

Alcohol is suspected to be a contributing factor in a 10-car pileup Sunday night on the I-10 Freeway in Upland that killed one person, injured several others and backed traffic up for hours, authorities announced Monday.  According to officials with the San Bernardino County Fire Department, the crash spanned both directions of the 10 Freeway, just west of Euclid Avenue.   Authorities with the California Highway Patrol said initial calls about the crash on the westbound side of the freeway came in at around 8:09 p.m., with a 911 call coming shortly thereafter about additional vehicles involved in the crash on the eastbound side. While the cause of the mass-casualty collision remains under investigation, CHP officials say a 31-year-old man from Upland, who has yet to be identified, was reportedly driving recklessly at an unknown speed on the westbound 10 Freeway when he collided with several vehicles. The man then lost control of his 2001 Mercury Grand Marquis, travele...

Kitten goes on wild ride after hiding underneath car

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 10:53:00 GMT

A kitten in Orange County wasted no time cashing in one of its nine lives.A Buena Park woman was driving on Knott Avenue last week when, according to the Orange County Fire Authority, she saw the kitten sitting in the middle of the road.She stopped her SUV to move the furball out of harm’s way, but by the time she got out it had already disappeared, so she continued on with her day.“When she stopped at her destination she heard a kitten meowing, then heard it again when she got home later that day,” O.C. Fire Authority posted on Instagram.The woman knew the kitten was hiding somewhere in the car, but she couldn’t figure out exactly where. So, she decided to stop by Fire Station 61 and ask for help.The frightened kitten was found hiding in the underbody of the woman's SUV. June 2023. (OCFA)Firefighters jacked up the SUV and got to work removing parts of the underbody. Sure enough, they found the terrified kitten and removed it.“Happy to report the kitten was not injured and has alrea...

Angelenos who make $70,000 a year are still considered 'low-income'

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 10:53:00 GMT

If you are a single person in Los Angeles making around $70,000 a year, you are still considered low-income, according to a new statewide study.The California Department of Housing and Community Development released the report in June and found that income limits have increased in most counties across California.The income limits are calculated annually based on federal guidelines and are used to determine eligibility for certain programs, such as affordable housing. The limits change based on the number of people in a household.Here are the income limits for single-person households in Southern California:Los Angeles County: $70,650Orange County: $80,400Imperial County: $46,200San Bernardino County: $52,200San Diego County: $77,200Santa Barbara County: $82,950Ventura County: $74,400The study also showed that single-person households in San Francisco, Marin and San Mateo counties who made $104,000 were also considered low-income. This is how much people need to earn to ‘live comfo...

Young Girl Killed in ATV Crash on Interstate 19 [Tucson, AZ]

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 10:53:00 GMT

11-Year-Old Girl Pronounced Dead after ATV Collision near Arivaca RoadTUCSON, AZ (June 26, 2023) – Late Tuesday, an 11-year-old girl was killed in an ATV crash on Interstate 19.Police responded to the scene near Arivaca Road on June 6th, after receiving multiple dispatch calls in the area.According to reports, an ATV operated by a 15-year-old girl with an 11-year-old passenger lost control and slammed into the rear of a parked flatbed tow-truck.As a result, both occupants were ejected from the ATV onto the road. Emergency crews say they were both not wearing a helmet at the time. Paramedics transported both girls to a nearby hospital.Due to the extent of injuries sustained, crews pronounced the 11-year-old girl dead on the way to the hospital.At this time, an active investigation to determine further information is still currently underway. Once available, more details will be provided.The team at Sweet James sends out their heartfelt sympathies to the friends and family of th...

City Global: Redefining the Future through Augmented Reality

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 10:53:00 GMT

 In today’s fast-paced digital age, innovation plays a vital role in propelling businesses forward. City Global, a leading product development company, stands at the forefront of innovation, leveraging augmented reality (AR) to revolutionize the supply chain industry. This article explores the remarkable advancements and transformative potential of City Global, while also shedding light on one of the visionary leader behind its success, Ramzy Merrach.With a blend of exceptional personal accomplishments and a passion for AR, Ramzy is driving innovation as a leading force at City Global.City Global: A Gateway to Augmented Reality: City Global recently developed its augmented reality capabilities, inviting its clients to experience the limitless possibilities of this transformative technology. For example, City Global allows you to visualize your product concepts in your environment, before having to prototype them in the real world.Exploring City Global’s AR Solutions: Thr...

One Killed in Motorcycle Crash near 81st Avenue [Phoenix, AZ]

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 10:53:00 GMT

Vehicle Crash near McDowell Road Left Rider DeadPHOENIX, AZ (June 26, 2023) – Friday afternoon, a motorcyclist died following a crash near 81st Avenue, police said.The incident happened on June 16th just before 4:00 p.m., officers were called to a crash involving a motorcyclist and a vehicle.Upon arrival, the officers found the motorcyclist on the highway with serious injuries.Furthermore, the rider was transported to the hospital where moments later, he passed away. His identity was not yet released by the authorities.Meanwhile, the driver involved in the collision remained at the scene and he cooperated with the officials.Consequently, the factors that caused the collision was not yet determined by the investigators.Also, McDowell Road was blocked in all lanes from 83rd Avenue to 79th Avenue, it has reopened since.No additional information was added by the authorities and an active investigation is still ongoing.In this sorrowful time, the Sweet James team would like to exte...