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Leslie Frazier picks Bills to win Super Bowl in new role as NFL Network analyst

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 09:10:58 GMT

BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) -- After 25 seasons coaching in the NFL, and the past six serving a defensive coordinator for the Bills, Leslie Frazier is taking a sabbatical from the sidelines.In his new role as an NFL Network analyst, Frazier indicated he still believes in the Bills ability to succeed with coach Sean McDermott calling the defense this coming season. Frazier was one of five analysts to predict a Super Bowl championship for the Bills."The Bills have been knocking on the Super Bowl door the last few seasons. When they finally get there, they take advantage of the opportunity and win the franchise’s first Lombardi Trophy," Frazier explained in picking the Bills to beat the 49ers in Super Bowl LVIII.The other NFL.com contributors to pick the Bills were: Keegan Abdoo, Jeremy Bergman, Michael F. Florio and Michelle Magdziuk. Three others tabbed the Bills to win the AFC but lost in the Super Bowl. The Bills tied with the Bengals for third with five votes in the poll of 34 analysts. ...

2 men charged in kidnapping, armed robbery following bi-state chase

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 09:10:58 GMT

HILLSBORO, Mo. – Two men have been charged in connection with an armed robbery and kidnapping that culminated in a police pursuit across Missouri and Illinois.The situation unfolded on Monday, Sept. 3, in the 100 block of Sheffield Lane near Fenton, according to probable cause statements filed by the Jefferson County Sheriff's Office.The two victims, a man and woman, told authorities they were dropping off the man's child with the mother. After dropping the child off, two to three men exited the residence while the male victim was retrieving the child's bag from the backseat.Authorities claim an armed man approached the male victim and pointed a gun in his face. The victim and the armed man got into a physical altercation, but the victim got away. Call for Help closure has East St. Louis mothers crying for aid That same armed man pointed his gun at the female victim and demanded her cellphone. A second suspect then got into the vehicle, a 2017 Jeep Patriot, and drove away with th...

New billboards around St. Louis tackle antisemitism

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 09:10:58 GMT

ST. LOUIS - You might notice some new billboards with shocking messages around the St. Louis area. It's part of a national campaign to raise awareness about antisemitism. JewBelong, a nonprofit that aims to make Judaism accessible and fight antisemitism, has put up billboards with four new messages around the St. Louis region. Archie Gottesman, co-founder of JewBelong, tells FOX 2 that antisemitism has been growing in the United States over the past two years. The billboards are part of an effort to not only combat that, but also lower barriers to entry for anyone interested in learning more about Judaism. Call for Help closure has East St. Louis mothers crying for aid “A way to make people aware of the issue is billboards," said Gottesman. "People see them, we put them on main highways, they’re pink and white, and they say pretty shocking messages."One billboard on I-170 & Woodson Road reads, “Can a billboard end antisemitism? No. But You’re not a billboard.” Anoth...

Man convicted of heroin sales, illegal gun possession escapes Englewood federal prison facility

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 09:10:58 GMT

A 49-year-old man convicted of drug dealing and illegal possession of a firearm escaped Tuesday from a minimum-security federal prison campus in Englewood.Federal Bureau of PrisonsEdward Verdugo, 49Prison officials at 10:30 a.m. Tuesday discovered that Edward Verdugo had walked away from the prison camp at FCI Englewood, located near the intersection of South Kipling Street and U.S. 285 east of Bear Creek Lake Park.Verdugo is approximately 5 feet, 6 inches tall and weighs 210 pounds, according to a news release from the Federal Bureau of Prisons. He has black hair and brown eyes.A federal judge in New Mexico sentenced Verdugo in 2021 to nine years in prison for possession of heroin with intent to distribute, possessing a firearm as a felon, conspiracy to distribute heroin and possessing a gun in furtherance of a drug trafficking crime.New Mexico law enforcement found 17 grams of heroin and two handguns in Verdugo’s home in Las Cruces when they executed a search warrant in 2019...

E-bike shops in Denver battle repeat thefts: “Insurance doesn’t solve trauma”

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 09:10:58 GMT

Barry Slights says every night the alarms don’t go off is a small victory.The manager of a Pedego e-bike shop in Denver’s Golden Triangle said the business faced a string of break-ins this summer, resulting in thousands of dollars of lost inventory and physical damage. On another occasion, during business hours, one of his employees was assaulted by a man wielding a chain.Surveillance video recorded it all.Two miles to the west, at FattE-Bikes, owner Kenny Fischer said he’s taken to sleeping at the company’s production facility some nights in the hopes of stopping thieves. He did just that one night. On another occasion, he tracked down a stolen bike himself.Both men believe their shops were hit by the same thieves. A spokesperson for the Denver Police Department would say only that the incidents are under investigation, and that no arrests have been made.The brazen thefts speak to the popularity of e-bikes. And the repetition is getting old.“With e-bike popularity right now, they c...

Panda Express launches new entrée nationwide

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 09:10:58 GMT

Panda Express is releasing a new limited-time entrée at restaurants across the country: Chili Crisp Shrimp.The new seafood dish will be available beginning Wednesday and will remain on menus through the end of the year.The Rosemead, California-based Chinese fast food chain describes the dish as being comprised of "lightly breaded succulent shrimp mixed with aromatic peppers and onions wok-tossed in a savory chili garlic sauce." Each bite promises to offer a hint of heat and a satisfying crunch, the restaurant chain says.Promotional image of Chili Crisp Shrimp, a new limited-time entree from Panda Express launching nationwide Sept. 6, 2023.The dish was crafted by Panda Express chefs, drawing on inspiration from the "bold flavors" of Sichuan cuisine. The restaurant chain is debuting the dish following "in-depth testing" and thorough guest feedback.“We knew we wanted to offer a bold new menu item with shrimp that marries the traditional flavors of Sichuan cuisine with the fresh, premiu...

Breeze Airways to temporary pause nonstop flights from John Wayne Airport to Orlando

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 09:10:58 GMT

Breeze Airways will temporarily pause its nonstop flights from John Wayne Airport to Orlando International Airport, a route Disney fans could take to travel between Disneyland and Walt Disney World in Florida.The nonstop route will be paused from Oct. 3 to Feb. 14, 2024, company officials told KTLA.The budget airline already had plans to temporarily pause the route which was initially scheduled to take place from Nov. 14 to Feb. 14, 2024. Disney fan visits all 12 Disney theme parks in 12 days, rides over 200 attractions However, the company decided to move it up after John Wayne Airport asked all carriers "to temporarily reduce their capacity through the end of the year," according to Breeze Airways officials.The company announced the direct flight between SNA and MCO in February and it has run consistently for eight months.Once it returns, company officials expect the route to be available from February 2024 until the summer season and potentially until fall 2024. GOP bill seek...

Amanda Lynn Wade Killed in Motorhome Crash on Interstate 35 [Waco, TX]

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 09:10:58 GMT

Solo-Vehicle Accident near New Road Left Woman DeadWACO, TX (September 5, 2023) – Friday evening, Amanda Lynn Wade died following a motorhome crash on Interstate 35.The incident happened on August 25th, at around 8:39 p.m., on Interstate 35.According to the reports, the motor home’s driver lost control and slammed into the median. A female traveler was ejected from the car.Emergency crews at the scene performed life-saving measures but Wade did not survive due to the extent of her injuries. A justice of the peace pronounced 37-year-old Amanda Lynn Wade dead at the scene.Additionally, no additional cars were involved in the collision.In this sorrowful time, the Sweet James team would like to extend their heartfelt condolences to the family of Amanda Lynn Wade. May the memories of your loved one give you strength and comfort in the difficult days ahead.The death of a family member is always a traumatic experience for the surviving family. At Sweet James, they understand that no ...

Emiliano Alfredo Marin Killed in Pedestrian Crash on Interstate 14 [Killeen, TX]

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 09:10:58 GMT

41-Year-Old Man Dies in Pedestrian-Auto Accident near Mile Marker 285KILLEEN, TX (September 5, 2023) – Early Saturday morning, a pedestrian crash on Interstate 14 claimed the life of Emiliano Alfredo Marin.The incident happened on August 19th, at around 2:10 a.m., in the westbound lanes of Interstate 14 near mile marker 285.According to the Killeen Police officers, Marin was crossing northbound lanes on the Interstate. There, a vehicle headed westbound struck him. The driver immediately called emergency services to the scene.Upon arriving at the scene, officials found 41-year-old Emiliano Alfredo Marin down on the highway with life-threatening injuries. A Justice of the Peace pronounced Marin dead at 3:39 a.m.Further investigation is still underway. Anyone with information is urged to call the Killeen Police Department Traffic Investigators at 254-501-8830.The Sweet James team sends our warm and sincerest sympathies out to the friends and family of Emiliano Alfredo Marin. May ...

Three People Dead in Multi-Vehicle Crash on North Gene Autry Trail [Palm Springs, CA]

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 09:10:58 GMT

Three-Vehicle Collision Near Salvia Road Left Multiple FatalitiesPALM SPRINGS, CA (September 5, 2023) – Sunday afternoon, three people were killed in a multi-vehicle crash on North Gene Autry Trail.The fatal collision happened just before 3:00 p.m. between Salvia Road and Via Escuela. Police said high winds in the area kicked up sand, causing poor visibility in the area.Based on the initial investigation, two northbound vehicles on North Gene Autry Trail slowed down due to the “blowing sand”. However, a third vehicle failed to slow down and collided with one of the first vehicles.Unfortunately, the first responders declared the driver and the two passengers inside the third car dead at the scene. Meanwhile, paramedics transported the two other people from the wreckage to a hospital for minor to moderate injuries. Their current condition is currently unknown.At this time, the identities of the deceased occupants remain undisclosed to the public, pending notification from their ...