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Not even rain can dampen the holiday mood at Santa's Magical Kingdom

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 09:12:32 GMT

EUREKA, Mo. - Santa’s Magical Kingdom has become a popular holiday staple for families in its 34 years. A little rain on Monday could not shake the holiday spirit among employees.“The rain doesn’t affect us much. In fact, sometimes it looks the lights kind of have a shimmer or gleam to them when there’s water on them,” Jeff Borcherding, general manager at Santa’s Magical Kingdom, said.They’ve brought back all the favorite scenes, including three tunnels of different themes and something brand new this year“It’s a pixel forest. It’s an animated pixel forecast which we really, really think it turned out awesome. The kids are going to love it. Families are going to enjoy it,” Borcherding said.They offer wagon and train rides, which can be reserved online.“It’s become a tradition for a lot of families, they come every year. Some families actually come on the same day every year whether it be Thanksgiving or New Year’s Eve,” Borcherding said. “And you know, seeing the kids’ faces, it mak...

The 25+ best Black Friday deals so far

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 09:12:32 GMT

Everything we know about Black Friday 2023We’ve curated a list of the hottest items discounted for  Black Friday, and we're consistently updating our page to bring you the best deals for Black Friday 2023. Among the best Black Friday deals, you’ll find some of our top picks we’ve run through the BestReviews Testing Lab, such as the Hisense 65-Inch Class U8 Series Smart TV and Bissell Little Green Carpet Cleaner.Keep checking our page to get the best Black Friday deals.Last updated on Nov. 18, 2023, at 6:30 a.m. PT. TV dealsTVs are hot items during Black Friday sales, so if you’ve been looking for an upgrade, you can snag one at a significant discount. TVs of various screen sizes and some with plenty of excellent smart functions will be on sale.Sony Bravia XR 65-Inch 4K Smart TV17% OFFThis smart TV has a full array LED backlight panel for reproducing vivid visuals and rich colors, and the Cognitive Proce...

The best Black Friday Walmart deals

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 09:12:32 GMT

BestReviews is reader-supported and may earn an affiliate commission. Details.The top Black Friday deals on electronics, home appliances and more at Walmart Retail giant Walmart is one of the heavy hitters during Black Friday, offering deep discounts that can save you hundreds of dollars. Walmart has discounted some of the hottest items for Black Friday.  At BestReviews, we’ve tested and researched countless products to help you shop more confidently. Whether you want a new pair of Apple AirPods to listen to your favorite tunes on the go or to get a head start on finding holiday toys for your little one (like the mini Chevrolet Silverado Ride-On Car below), we’ve rounded up the best Walmart Black Friday deals available now.Last updated on Nov. 18, 2023, at 7:00 a.m. PT. Electronics dealsBlack Friday is an excellent time to shop for holiday gifts, and electronics are among the hottest items you can save on. Walmar...

Missouri man wins 50K scratchers prize in Lee's Summit

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 09:12:32 GMT

KANSAS CITY, Mo. — A Missouri man won a $50,000 scratchers prize on a "500X" ticket he purchased at the Hy-Vee on 301 N.E. Rice Road, in Lee’s Summit.This is only the 13th time a $50,000 prize has been won on the $50 game Jackson County man scores lottery prize at Lee’s Summit gas station To date, players have won over $63.3 million playing “500X.” Over $194.3 million remain in unclaimed prizes, including 37 additional $50,000 prizes, two top prizes of $5 million and three prizes of $1 million.In the fiscal year 2023, players in Jackson County won more than $108.7 million in Missouri Lottery prizes. Retailers received more than $9.9 million in commissions and bonuses, and more than $15.5 million in Lottery proceeds went to education programs in the county.

One killed in Denver police shooting near Platte Street

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 09:12:32 GMT

One person was killed in a police shooting near 16th and Platte streets on Monday afternoon, according to the Denver Police Department.Related ArticlesCrime and Public Safety | Fort Collins police officer kills man holding “edged weapon” after 911 caller reported he was yelling racial slurs Crime and Public Safety | 6 additional Colorado officers charged in fatal police shooting of Christian Glass Crime and Public Safety | Colorado sergeant who OKed use of force against Christian Glass sentenced to probation Crime and Public Safety | Man killed by Westminster police pointed gun at another man, body-worn camera footage shows Crime and Public Safety | Larimer County deputy shoots at vehicle; driver injured in crash Officers were responding to the area on a weapons-related call, Denver police posted on X at 4:16 p.m. Police initially reported the person was injured, and later confirmed they were...

Jamal Murray not expected to return during Nuggets road trip, likely to miss in-season tournament group stage finale vs. Rockets

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 09:12:32 GMT

DETROIT — Jamal Murray is unlikely to return during the remainder of the Nuggets’ five-game road trip this week, coach Michael Malone said Monday afternoon, meaning the point guard is expected to miss Denver’s in-season tournament group stage finale Friday in Houston.The Nuggets’ game against the Pistons on Monday night is the seventh Murray has missed since suffering a strained right hamstring Nov. 4 vs. the Bulls. Entering the matchup in Detroit, Denver (9-4) was 3-3 without Murray — perfect at home, winless on the road. Reggie Jackson has taken his place in the starting lineup.“He’s progressing, but I think there’s still some work to be done for him to get back and to be cleared,” Malone said.Murray is currently traveling with the team while injured. As the Nuggets were attempting to complete a 20-point comeback last Friday at New Orleans, he was involved in the huddle and having conversations with Malone and lead assistant co...

Colorado road conditions: I-70 reopens near Silverthorne

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 09:12:32 GMT

3:25 p.m.: Interstate 70 is reopened in both directions.2:55 p.m.: Interstate 70 westbound is closed at Loveland Pass due to safety concerns, according to the Colorado Department of Transportation. The closure extends from Loveland Pass, exit 216, to Silverthorne, exit 205. A detour is in place.2:18 p.m.: Interstate 70 eastbound is closed at Silverthorne due to safety concerns, according to the Colorado Department of Transportation. The closure extends from exit 203 for East Frisco to exit 205 for Silverthorne.2:02 p.m.: Interstate 70 westbound and Berthoud Pass are reopened after multiple crashes and vehicles sliding off the road closed the roadways for about an hour Monday afternoon.I-70 westbound at Eisenhower Tunnel and Berthoud Pass reopened just before 2 p.m., according to the Colorado Department of Transportation.Related ArticlesTransportation | Denver Mayor Mike Johnston still hasn’t named leaders for several critical posts, from sheriff to city planning ...

Panorama City man arrested with hundreds of pills, fentanyl, cocaine, heroin, gun: VCSO

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 09:12:32 GMT

A Panorama City man has been arrested for allegedly possessing hundreds of narcotic pills, including some containing fentanyl.Albert Eklund, 41, was selling drugs out of his Panorama City apartment, including to Ventura County residents, the Ventura County Sheriff's Office said in a news release.Authorities raided that apartment in the 14000 block of Lanark Street in the early hours of Nov. 9, where they found "a loaded handgun, 82 grams of fentanyl, 137 grams of methamphetamine, 35 grams of cocaine, 5 grams of heroin, 1500 amphetamine pills, 70 counterfeit fentanyl pills, PCP laced cigarettes and several hundred other pharmaceutical pills," officials said. Eklund faces charges of possession of a controlled substance for sale, possession of a dangerous drug for sale, possession of a firearm by a convicted felon and possession of ammunition by a convicted felon.As of Monday, Eklund had been released from custody on bail, which the VCSO initially said was set at $100,000.He is due to ...

Strong winds collapse historic building, halting traffic in Riverside

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 09:12:32 GMT

Debris from a collapsing building has led to a traffic closure in Riverside Monday afternoon."Mission Inn Ave. is closed to through traffic b/w Park Ave & Commerce St. until further notice to clear debris from a nearby collapsing building," the city said on X, formerly Twitter. Riverside spokesperson Phil Pitchford said he was first alerted to the building damage at about 9:20 a.m.The building, a former soda works building at 2983 Mission Inn Ave., was damaged in a fire a few years ago, and it was further affected by the winds on Monday, which began at about 1:30 a.m., Pitchford said.KTLA's Gil Leyvas said winds in the area were about 40 mph.While it's not a complete collapse, sections of the uninhabited building are coming down.No injuries have been reported, and no estimated reopening time was provided."Please plan accordingly & use alternate routes," the city said.Nidia Becerra contributed to this report.

Man charged with manslaughter after fatally shooting homeless man who threw shoe at him, OCDA says

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 09:12:32 GMT

A Garden Grove man faces a felony manslaughter charge after he shot and killed a homeless man who threw a shoe at him during an altercation in September, the Orange County District Attorney's Office said.Craig Sumer Elliott, 68, has been charged with voluntary manslaughter and a felony enhancement of personal use of a firearm, the OCDA said in a news release.On Sept. 28, Elliott was jogging with his two dogs and pushing a pushcart on the sidewalk in the 10400 block of Katella Avenue when he came upon a sleeping 40-year-old Antonio Garcia Avalos.Avalos was in the middle of the sidewalk, the OCDA said, and "Elliott is accused of using his pushcart to nudge Avalos in an attempt to wake him up to get around him."Instead, Avalos woke up and started yelling at Elliott to go away. In response, Elliott began video recording the encounter and pulled out a handgun, for which he had a concealed carry permit."Video taken by Elliott captured Avalos standing up and throwing a shoe at Elliott, who...