Gauchos cruise to road win at Seattle

KEYT on November 10, 2025

Mike Klan

SEATTLE, Washington – (KEYT) – The UC Santa Barbara Women’s Basketball team attended its second away game of the year today, a contest against Seattle University that they won 89-49. The Gauchos defeated the Redhawks in Seattle for the first time ever to close out their opening week 2-1.

The Gauchos had the lead by the get go, but Seattle U was within grasping distance until Zoe Shaw sunk a three-point shot to make the score 16-8 in the fifth minute. They closed out the quarter with a 15 point margin, 25-10. The Gauchos shot 62.5% during the first and collected ten rebounds.

Santa Barbara increased its point budget to 31 after the second, making it to halftime 50-19. Neither team scored for nearly all of the final three minutes, but freshman Chauncey Andersen made a last second three pointer to close out the half.

The third quarter saw the largest Gaucho lead with 43 points at 66-23. The Redhawks proceeded to go on a nine-point scoring run, bringing the lead down to 34 points at the buzzer, 66-32. The Gauchos finished the game 40 points greater than the Redhawks, 89-49.

Shaw had an exceptional game, leading the team in points and tying the team high for rebounds and assists. She bagged a season-high 19 points that included five threes and nabbed seven rebounds and four assists. Olivia Bradley matched the high rebound count with seven and added 14 points of her own along with two blocks.

Zoe Borter counted 18 points and made eight out of 12 basket attempts. She went four for six in the first and three for three in the second. Andersen had 14 points of her own, while Skylar Burke gave four assists. Helena Shum-Koubeck and Valentina Penna made the first points of their collegiate careers. Maddie Naro went three for four and Jessica Grant went two for three on three-point shots.

NEXT UPThe Gauchos return home on Nov. 15 to host Grand Canyon University at 2:00 p.m. in the Thunderdome.

(Article courtesy UCSB Athletics)

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Mid-Missouri shelters prepare as cold weather approaches

KMIZ on November 10, 2025

Euphenie Andre

COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ)

The Missouri Department of Public Safety’s State Emergency Management Agency has issued a winter weather preparedness message as the state heads into the colder months.

That alert has homeless shelters across Mid-Missouri making early preparations to handle an anticipated increase in demand as temperatures begin to drop.

According to the Missouri Balance of State Continuum of Care, sheltered homelessness in Mid-Missouri has decreased by 3% over the past year. However, the number of individuals living without shelter continues to rise.

Jakib Propst, a man experiencing homelessness in Columbia, said he spends his days standing at intersections across the city, accepting donations after losing his job last year.

“It’s cold out here. I’m already sick I don’t feel like getting anymore sick and getting hospitalized or possibly dying,” Propst said.

The Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services said that 38 people died in 2024 as a result of low body temperatures caused by prolonged exposure to cold weather.

Propst said that when his family has enough money, they are able to stay in a hotel temporarily to escape the cold.

Data indicates that Boone County is once again seeing a steady increase in its homeless population. In 2024, Boone County recorded 323 individuals experiencing homelessness — 238 were sheltered, and 85 were unsheltered. The last time the county saw similar numbers was in 2022, when 336 individuals were recorded, but only 55 were unsheltered.

Jermaine Whitaker is new to Columbia after relocating from St. Louis with his family. He said he has seven children he tries to provide for, and as temperatures drop, he plans to layer clothing to stay warm. Whitaker and his family are currently staying at a local hotel until they can find more permanent housing.

On Sunday evening, a line formed outside of Room at the Inn, located at 1509 Ashley Street — just south of Interstate 70 — as individuals waited for doors to open at 4:30 p.m. for dinner. The shelter provides overnight accommodations, meals, and essential items for those seeking refuge from the cold.

Executive Director of Room at the Inn John Trapp told ABC 17 News that the shelter increased its capacity to 103 beds, and by 7 p.m. Sunday, the facility had reached full occupancy. Trapp said shelter check-in runs nightly from 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.

In Jefferson City, Sarah Hamilton, chair for Room at the Inn, said the Salvation Army is providing cots for cold nights, while First Presbyterian Church officially opened its doors last week to assist those in need until JCRATI opens on Dec. 1. Hamilton added that organizers are considering opening the shelter earlier if temperatures continue to fall.

Once open, the Jefferson City Room at the Inn will be able to accommodate up to 20 guests each night, operating from 5:30 p.m. to 7 a.m.

Columbia offers several warming centers where individuals can go to escape the cold.

These locations include:

The Activity and Recreation Center (ARC)

City Hall

The Columbia/Boone County Department of Public Health and Human Services building

The Columbia Public Library

The Salvation Army and Salvation Army Harbor House

Information about hours of operation for each warming center can be found on the City of Columbia’s official website.

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Solo driver suffers major injuries after hitting ambulance in Goleta

KEYT on November 10, 2025

Caleb Nguyen

GOLETA, Calif (KEYT) – A solo driver suffered major injuries after hitting an ambulance on Hollister Ave. just west of Goleta before 7:00 p.m. Sunday, according to the Santa Barbara County Fire Department.

Ambulance personnel were not injured, and a second ambulance took the solo driver to Cottage Hospital, according to the SBCFD.

Crews closed Hollister until 8:30 p.m. due to debris cleanup and an investigation into the crash, according to the SBCFD.

The cause of the crash remains under investigation by the California Highway Patrol, according to the SBCFD.

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Habitat for Humanity welcomes Colorado Springs military veteran and his family to his new home

KRDO on November 10, 2025

Michael Logerwell

COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (KRDO) – Pikes Peak Habitat for Humanity went above and beyond to give back to one local veteran and his family on the weekend before Veterans’ Day.

“I mean, it’s just amazing. I walked through that house, and I was like, ‘Oh my god,’ this is home. I’m home. I finally made it. I am so blessed,” Barbara Hamilton could barely contain her excitement.

This weekend, Barbara Hamilton and Willie Bell became the sixth military family Pikes Peak Habitat for Humanity has dedicated a home to.

Each Habitat homeowner purchases their house and pays an affordable mortgage.

Each house built by Habitat for Humanity takes about 3,000 hours of volunteer work to build. While this was built for a veteran, it was most likely partially built by veterans, too. The organization tells KRDO13 that they often work with veterans or soldiers getting ready to transition out to civilian life. The goal is to give them opportunities to learn trades like carpentry or electrical, skills they could use to find a job or take care of their own homes.

Habitat for Humanity says the area where Willie and Barbara currently live is unsafe—they hear gunshots, cars have been stolen from the parking lot, and Barbara says she’s afraid to even walk to her car at night. Their building also doesn’t have air conditioning, making it a health hazard because Barbara suffers from neuropathy, vertigo, and seizures that can be triggered by heat.

Willie is a veteran of the Army and first came to the Pikes Peak Region in 1988 when he was stationed at Ft Carson. Barbara didn’t serve in the military herself, but her father fought in the Vietnam War, and her brother spent nearly three decades in the armed forces.

Editor’s Note: A previous version of this story said the home was given away. The article has been updated to say that Saturday’s event was a home dedication and that Willie and Barbara purchased the house, paying an affordable mortgage.

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Downtown businesses see boost during Palm Springs Pride

KESQ on November 10, 2025

Timothy Foster

PALM SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ) – Greater Palm Springs Pride is not just a celebration of community and culture. It is also a major boost for the local economy. This year’s four-day festival, running November 6 to 9, is expected to draw more than 200,000 visitors to downtown Palm Springs, generating an estimated $35 million in spending on hotels, dining, retail, and entertainment.

Local business owners reported that the weekend is one of their busiest of the year. Gwendolyn Gatti, owner of Tops and Tees, said the festival has helped her business significantly. Visitors come from across the country, and shopping locally helps small businesses like hers thrive.

The festival stretches along Palm Canyon Drive and into the Arenas District. It features over 200 exhibitors, multiple stages with live entertainment, a marketplace of local vendors, and the annual Pride Parade on Sunday morning. Key events also include the Dia de la Reina celebration, a 5K run, and dedicated spaces such as the Recovery Oasis and Youth Zone.

Business owners said the influx of visitors has a ripple effect across the city, filling restaurants, hotels, and shops. Christian Gavin, co-owner of Frank Clothiers, explained that the crowds lining the streets for the parade and festival help sustain businesses year-round. The event marks the kickoff to the busy season, and strong traffic continues long after the festival ends.

Organizers noted that proceeds from cashless bar sales and festival activities go back into the event, keeping it free and accessible while supporting community programs. Many business owners said the economic benefits go hand in hand with Pride’s mission of inclusion and celebration.

For residents and visitors alike, the festival provides a chance to shop, dine, and experience Palm Springs in full color. Gatti added that the event gives people a chance to enjoy themselves and feel good, especially during challenging times.

With tourism numbers continuing to rise and visitors coming from across the country and around the world, local business owners are already looking forward to next year’s celebration.

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Plane removal from Snake River underway following Sunday crash; Pilot is safe after incident

KIFI on November 10, 2025

Maile Sipraseuth

UPDATE: NOV 10 — 10:00 AM

BLACKFOOT, Idaho (KIFI) — As of Monday morning, the Blackfoot Police, along with a local wrecker service, began the retrieval of the single-engine plane that crashed into the Snake River last night, November 9th. The Blackfoot Police, alongside a local wrecker service, began removing the plane around 10:00 AM after it was secured in the water overnight.

“We’d like to thank Search and Rescue for stepping up our Marine Deputies us on the water to assist with the recovery,” said Blackfoot PD. “Day or night, rain or shine, that team is always willing to help and we sure love them for it.”

During the removal, authorities are currently attempting to manage the flow of traffic over the Porterville Bridge by allowing alternating one-lane travel across. However, Blackfoot PD issued a warning that for safety and logistical reasons, a temporary, complete shutdown of both lanes may be necessary to safely remove the aircraft. If this full closure is required, southbound traffic will be rerouted to 200 N, and northbound drivers will need to turn around.

“We’ll do everything we can to avoid having to do that or making it the shortest interruption possible if that ends up happening,” assured Blackfoot PD in a press release.

Crash Details

The pilot, the only person aboard the aircraft, is recovering today after the plane went down sometime before 6:05 PM Sunday. Police say the pilot only suffered non-life-threatening injuries and managed to reach a nearby home immediately following the crash to call for help.

“We are grateful this wasn’t a fatality and thank the great citizens that took the pilot in and got help on the way,” stated the Blackfoot PD in a press release.

Emergency responders, including Blackfoot Police, Bingham Patrol, Marine units, and Fire/EMS, quickly arrived. The Porterville Bridge was temporarily closed for about 45 minutes to allow police to safely survey the scene. Police confirm there was no damage to the bridge structure, and lanes are currently open.

The pilot’s name and further details on the crash have not been released at this time pending the FAA’s complete findings.

In the wake of the crash, authorities are urging the public to limit unnecessary 911 calls with reports of the plane in the water.

ORIGINAL:

BLACKFOOT, Idaho (KIFI) — Police and emergency responders rushed to the scene of a crash, which appears to be a single-engine plane into the Snake River near the Porterville Road bridge in Blackfoot.

Witnesses at the scene reported seeing the plane partially submerged in the water below the bridge, and first responders dispatched boats into the water. Police are no longer on the scene while the plane remains in the water awaiting retrieval.

Authorities have not yet released any information regarding the aircraft’s registration, flight number, or the condition of the pilot at this time. Local News 8 has reached out to the Bingham County Sheriff’s Office and police dispatch and is awaiting a response.

This is a developing story. Local News 8 will provide additional details as they become available.

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Letters from St. Joseph inspired Vietnam veteran

News-Press NOW on November 10, 2025

Carter Ostermiller

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (KQTV) — As Veterans Day approaches on Tuesday, Nov. 11, it serves as a day to celebrate and honor those who have served our country. 

In St. Joseph, resides Marine Veteran Don Crigger. Crigger enlisted in the Marines in 1963 and served in the Vietnam War. He also notably participated in three major operations: Reanah, Hard Rock and Starlight.

While stationed in Da Nang, Vietnam, Crigger met someone who he said would soon change his life.

Anthony Colgan, also known as “Tony”, was a Navy Hospital Corpsman in Vietnam. Crigger met Colgan while waiting for a haircut, when he overheard a conversation Colgan was having about hometowns.

To Crigger and Colgan’s surprise, the two had found common ground in their hometown of St. Joseph, but had never met before.

The two became friends and decided to write a letter back home to get questions answered about the United States’ involvement in the Vietnam War.

“Tony says…’Well, we need to send a letter back home to the people in St. Joe.’ And I said, ‘Alright.’ And so this is when we started. We started on the letter,” said Crigger.

Crigger wrote the letter and sent it to his mom with a return address.

After writing the letter, Crigger and Colgan went their separate ways from Vietnam. Time would pass since the letter was sent.

Crigger was then admitted to get surgery in a hospital in Japan, and Colgan was in Spain with the Navy.

While in the hospital, Crigger was in for a surprise.

“Somebody yelled and came in the door and said, ‘Who is Don Crigger?’ It was a mailman…He had four mail bags of letters from people in St. Joe,” said Crigger.

To Crigger’s surprise, his mom had gone to the local newspaper with the letter. In doing so, the St. Joseph community wrote letters of their own to show their support for the boys.

Crigger said the positive letters from home meant a lot because of his experience in the war. He also shared about the negativity soldiers received when they came back home.

At the time, the letters were all delivered to Crigger, but when he was reunited with Colgan in the States, they were able to read and share the positivity.

After the war, Crigger and Colgan remained friends. It wasn’t until 2015 that Colgan passed and was laid to rest at Memorial Park Cemetery in St. Joseph.

“I go by…if somebody has taken the red flag down, then I go get another one and put it in there. So he’s always had a red flag there, and I really miss him,” said Crigger.

This Veterans Day, Crigger wants only one thing from Americans, and that is to say “thank you” to all the men and women who served and are serving our country.

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No injuries reported after fire at hotel in Jefferson City

KMIZ on November 10, 2025

Nia Hinson

JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. (KMIZ)

A fire at a hotel in Jefferson City on Sunday evening was contained to the laundry room, according to a social media post from the fire department.

The post says firefighters were called to the America’s Best Value Inn in the 1600 Block of Jefferson Street around 5 p.m. Crews found flames coming from the first floor of the hotel and found the fire in the laundry room on the same floor.

The fire was brought under control within 15 minutes, according to the post.

An ABC 17 News reporter on scene saw what appeared to be burn marks to the outside of the hotel.

17 people were inside of the hotel when the fire broke out. No injuries were reported.

The Cole County Fire Department and Cole County EMS assisted in the incident and JC Transit also responded with buses to keep people warm.

The cause of the fire is under investigation.

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Oregon travelers consider other options as government shutdown strains air travel

KTVZ on November 10, 2025

Claire Elmer

BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — An Oregon woman’s dream vacation nearly turned into a logistical nightmare, as the ongoing federal government shutdown continues to cause major disruptions at airports across the country.

Katherine Weaver had long planned a cruise down the coast of South America — but with flight cancellations mounting, she made a drastic last-minute change: skipping the skies and taking a train instead.

“I’ve been looking forward to this for a year,” Weaver said. “This is a once-in-a-lifetime trip and I just cannot risk missing that ship. I traded a two-hour flight for 30-plus hours on a train. But I think the peace of mind has really been worth it.”

Her decision reflects a growing anxiety among travelers nationwide as delays and cancellations ripple through the air travel system. Over the weekend, the Federal Aviation Administration began cutting flight schedules at 40 major airports. Airlines have been forced to cancel as many as 1,800 flights a day.

“We’ve always depended on our airlines to get us where we need to go,” Weaver said. “Then all the news started reporting flights were going to be cut, and everything just started stacking. It just eroded our trust in the whole airline industry.”

Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy said the economic toll of the shutdown is pushing many air traffic controllers to leave for other jobs, deepening the gridlock.

“We had eighty-one staffing triggers throughout the national airspace yesterday,” Duffy said. “That means controllers weren’t coming to work. It’s only going to get worse. I look to the two weeks before Thanksgiving — you’re going to see air travel reduced to a trickle.”

Federal workers missing a second paycheck are making tough choices — many opting for early retirement or leaving positions that no longer pay.

“I used to have about four controllers retire a day before the shutdown,” Duffy added. “I’m now up to 15 to 20 a day. So it’s going to be harder for me to come back after the shutdown and have more controllers controlling the airspace.”

If the political impasse continues, airports could see up to a 10% reduction in flight schedules this week. In Central Oregon and across the country, travelers like Weaver are adapting their plans — even if it means a much longer journey to reach their destination.

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Cops and Kids Annual “Stuff the Stocking” Fundraiser in Chubbuck

KIFI on November 10, 2025

News Team

POCATELLO, Idaho (KIFI) – Yesterday, officers from the Bannock County Sheriff’s Office, Pocatello and Chubbuck Police Departments as well as the Idaho State Police banded together to raise money for the Cops and Kids program at the Walmart in Chubbuck.

The fundraiser has existed for over 20 years. With the money raised, local police will shop one on one with children in families of need to help purchase gifts for their families as well as necessities like coats, jackets, boots and more.

Their goal is to help 85 families this year. Sergeant Richard Sampson said, “It gives us a sense of belonging, togetherness and a sense of purpose. There are a lot of families out here less fortunate and they deserve to have a good holiday too.”

The program not only helps families in need during the holiday season, but it helps to foster a positive relationship between children and local police. Sergeant Jodi Weaver said, “I want to start building good relationships with kids and law enforcements from a young age so they don’t feel like they’re scared of them. They get that three hour event with them and it’s lifetime memories for sure.”

If you weren’t at Walmart yesterday to donate to the stockings, you can go online to bannockcounty.gov for more information on other ways to donate to the cause. Parents can also go online to SICA’s website to sign their child up and see if they qualify.

The Cops and Kids event will be held at the Chubbuck Walmart on December 6th.  

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