WATCH: 2025 Unity Shoppe Holiday Telethon

KEYT on December 12, 2025

News Channel 3-12

SANTA BARBARA, Calif. (KEYT) – Unity Shoppe’s annual Holiday Telethon is a Santa Barbara tradition that invites the entire community to give back to those in need.

The 2025 Holiday Telethon will take place Friday from 5:00pm – 8:00pm at the Kenny Loggins Event Center – but no worries, you can watch the whole event right here on KEYT.com

The event will feature appearances and performances from Kenny Loggins, Brad Paisley, Michael McDonald, Duane Henry… and a few surprise guests!

To donate, call 805-845-5555 the night of the Telethon or visit the Unity Shoppe website.

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Pocatello PD honors K9 Frank, who served for over 5 Years

KIFI on December 12, 2025

Seth Ratliff

POCATELLO, Idaho (KIFI) — The Pocatello Police Department is honoring K9 Frank, a seven-year-old yellow lab who has faithfully served the Pocatello Police Department for a little over five years.

The move comes after K9 Frank’s health declined significantly in recent weeks. After consultation with his veterinarian, Pocatello PD determined that the most compassionate course of action was to let him go.

Alongside his handler, Sgt. Eborn, K9 Frank has taken part in countless deployments and community events.

On December 11, 2025, at 8:45 a.m., K9 Frank received his final radio call before passing peacefully. The Pocatello Police Department says they are deeply grateful for his loyal service and the many ways he contributed to the safety and well-being of our community.

To watch K9 Frank’s end of watch, click HERE.

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MADD to host Saturation Patrol Roll Call for local law enforcement

News-Press NOW on December 12, 2025

Carter Ostermiller

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (KQTV) — At 6 pm on Saturday, Dec. 13, Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD) will host their Saturation Patrol Roll Call at the Buchanan County Sheriff’s Office.

The event is bringing 30 officers from five different law enforcement agencies for a saturation patrol that focuses on removing impaired drivers in St. Joseph and the surrounding Kansas City metro. Victims of impaired driving crashes will be present to thank law enforcement for their commitment to saving lives. Grab-and-go meals will be provided for participating officers.

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Elderly man killed in Montgomery County crash with tractor-trailer

KMIZ on December 12, 2025

Matthew Sanders

COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ)

A Lincoln County man died in a crash Friday morning in Montgomery County, according to a Missouri State Highway Patrol crash report.

The crash happened at Route DD and Route E, north of Bellflower, at 10:45 a.m., the report says. The 76-year-old of Elsberry was declared dead at the scene.

The crash occurred as a 2015 Chevrolet 1500 – driven by the man – was headed westbound on Route E. The truck pulled into the path of a 1998 Western Star Conventional – driven by a 77-year-old Silex, Mo. man – headed northbound. The report says the tractor-trailer hit the truck on the driver’s side on Route DD.

The driver of the tractor-trailer went to Mercy Hospital in Troy, Mo., with minor injuries.

The truck driver’s body was brought to Schlanker Funeral Home in Montgomery City.

Both vehicles were totaled, and neither driver was wearing a seatbelt, according to the report.

Part of Route E was closed on Friday after the deadly crash, the sheriff’s office said. Troopers asked drivers to use alternate routes.

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Motorcyclist killed in crash with big rig in Indio Thursday night

KESQ on December 12, 2025

City News Service

INDIO, Calif. (KESQ) – A 33-year-old man died today from his injuries after his motorcycle and a big rig truck collided in Indio.   

The crash was reported about 11:15 p.m. Thursday in front of a business on the 43400 block of Monroe Street, south of Interstate 10, according to the Indio Police Department.   

Upon arrival, officers found a man in the roadway with significant injuries. Paramedics initiated lifesaving measures and he was taken to a local hospital, where he was pronounced dead Friday morning, the department said.

The coroner’s office identified as a Roberto Rodriguez, 33, of Indio.

The driver of the big rig was not injured and cooperated with investigators.

Monroe Street was temporarily closed between Oleander Avenue and Interstate 10, and was reopened at 2:54 a.m. Friday.   

The cause of the collision was under investigation.   

Anyone with information about the crash was asked to call 760-391-4057.

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Pocatello crews battle two water line breaks; Repairs underway

KIFI on December 12, 2025

News Team

POCATELLO, Idaho (KIFI) — Crews with the City of Pocatello are responding to multiple water line breaks across the area, forcing several school closures.

RELATED: Indian Hills closes early due to waterline break; Parents must pick up students at reunification site

The initial incident took place early Friday morning, when a 12-inch water main break occurred at the corner of Pole Line Road and Eldredge Road. City of Pocatello crews arrived at 5:29 AM and initially instructed residents near the break to remain indoors as a safety precaution, as the leaking water flowed into a power grid area.

The water was successfully turned off at around 6:32 AM. Traffic control remains in place at the Pole Line and Eldredge intersection, restricting it to one-way traffic as crews work on clean-up and repairs. Residents are being told to avoid the area due to ongoing operations.

A second water line break, this one involving a smaller service line, was reported just before 9:30 AM near Bannock Highway and Cheyenne Avenue. The break forced an emergency closure for Indian Hill Elementary School.

As of 10:13 AM, City of Pocatello crews are on-site inspecting the area and beginning any necessary repairs.

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18-year-old Bend resident arrested after brandishing BB gun during road rage incident

KTVZ on December 12, 2025

KTVZ – News Team

BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — An 18-year-old Bend man, identified as Alex Rojo, was arrested on suspicion of unlawful use of a weapon following a road rage incident Thursday evening, according to the Bend Police Department.

BPD said shortly before 8 p.m. Thursday evening, a caller reported that a man had passed him in the oncoming lane of traffic then got back in front of him and slammed on his breaks. The victim reportedly pulled into a Chevron and Rojo followed, according to police.

The two allegedly got into a verbal argument in the parking lot before Rojo “pulled out a pistol, pointed it at the victim, and threatened to shoot and kill him,” according to a press release from BPD.

Rojo left the scene before police arrived. DCSO located Rojo’s vehicle at his home and BPD responded. Rojo was arrested and taken to the Dechutes County Jail. The gun was recovered and determined to be a BB gun, according to police.

Read the press release from the Bend Police Department in full below:

“At approximately 7:48 p.m. on Thursday, Dec. 11, Bend Police were dispatched to a report of a weapons offense at the Chevron gas station in the 1000 block of SE Division Street.  

The caller reported that he was driving eastbound on SW Reed Market Road when he slowed to turn onto SW Division Street. The driver behind him reportedly passed him in the oncoming lane of traffic, then got back in front of the victim and slammed on his brakes. When the victim pulled into the Chevron, the suspect, later identified as Alex Rojo and driving a white Dodge 1500, followed him into the parking lot and the pair engaged in a verbal dispute.  

Rojo then pulled out a pistol, pointed it at the victim, and threatened to shoot and kill him. The suspect left the scene before law enforcement arrived. Witnesses provided the license plate to Bend Police. 

A Deschutes County Sheriff’s deputy located the vehicle parked at Rojo’s home, and Bend Police responded and called Rojo, who was not on scene. Rojo was taken into custody without incident and transported to the Deschutes County Jail on suspicion of unlawful use of a weapon and menacing. The gun, determined to be a BB gun, was recovered.”

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Idaho $1,000,000 Raffle sells out in near-record time; Winning numbers announced Dec. 29

KIFI on December 12, 2025

News Release

BOISE, Idaho – Two lucky Idaho Lottery players who participated in the 2025 Idaho $1,000,000 Raffle will begin the New Year as Idaho’s newest millionaires! All 500,000 tickets in the Idaho Lottery’s traditional holiday game, the Idaho $1,000,000 Raffle, have been sold, and the game has officially ended. The last ticket was sold Thursday, December 11, 2025.

This year’s game was one of the fastest selling in the nineteen-year history of the Idaho $1,000,000 Raffle. After last year’s very successful game, the Idaho Lottery continued the game with TWO top prizes of $1,000,000.  They also added a $100,000 prize and a $50,000 prize.

It is the eighteenth sellout and the eleventh time the game has sold out before Christmas.

“We want to remind everyone this game features two, one-million-dollar top prizes. Last year, unfortunately, one of those $1,000,000 prizes was never claimed,” said Andrew Arulanandam, Idaho Lottery Director. “So, please keep your tickets in a safe place and remember to go online and check them after the drawing.”

The winning numbers will be announced at 5:59 p.m. Mountain Time on Monday, December 29, 2025.

“Idaho Raffle tickets are popular holiday gifts. So, this year, two lucky Idahoans could be instant millionaires because of their stocking stuffers!” added Arulanandam.

Players can check their tickets for winning numbers at idaholottery.com, at all Idaho Lottery retail locations, on the Idaho Lottery winning numbers hotline at 208-334-4656, or by using the Idaho Lottery Check-a-Ticket app for their iPhone or Android phone.

Besides the guaranteed top prizes of $1,000,000, there are over 21,500 additional prizes ranging from $15 up to $100,000. This year’s game also featured twenty, $1,000 prizes mid-game for players who purchased one of the 25000th tickets. There were 15 daily, $1,000 winners during the first 15 days of sales. All players are encouraged to check their tickets for these promotion winners manually by visiting idaholottery.com.

All winning tickets of $1,000 and higher in this game must be claimed at Lottery offices in Boise. Players will have 180 days after the draw announcement on December 29, 2025, to claim their prizes.

This year’s Idaho $1,000,000 Raffle generated over $1.7 million for the Idaho Lottery’s beneficiaries, Idaho public schools and buildings.

During this gift giving season, the Idaho Lottery would like to remind everyone to gift Lottery tickets responsibly. You must be 18 years old to buy, sell, or redeem Lottery products in Idaho.

The following is a current list of $1,000 promotional winning tickets that remain unclaimed from this year’s Raffle:

035429

099040

122908

149710

158289

173160

192289

350000

425000

450000

475000

500000

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Local law enforcement teams up with MADD for saturation patrol in Buchanan County

News-Press NOW on December 12, 2025

Cameron Montemayor

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — A joint operation this Saturday will see officers from five law enforcement agencies working to remove impaired drivers from roadways in Buchanan County, with the help of Mothers Against Drunk Driving Missouri.

Mothers Against Drunk Driving Missouri and dozens of officers from five different law enforcement agencies will host a dedicated saturation patrol on Saturday, Dec. 13 in Buchanan County.

The saturation patrol will bring 30+ officers together, including the Buchanan County Sheriff’s Office, to remove impaired drivers from Missouri roadways in St. Joseph and the surrounding KC Metro area.

As a token of appreciation, MADD will host a Saturation Patrol Roll Call at 6 p.m. at 501 Faraon St. in advance of the operation with grab-and-go meals available for participating officers.

Victims and survivors of impaired driving crashes will be presented to thank law enforcement for their dedication to keeping the roads safe.

“MADD Missouri is honored to support these officers as they work to remove impaired drivers from our roads,” said Anna Riley, MADD Program Manager, in a news release. “Saturation patrols are critical in preventing crashes, saving lives and reinforcing the message that driving under the influence will not be tolerated.”

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Savannah Fire Department invites community to inaugural Christmas celebration

News-Press NOW on December 12, 2025

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By: Darren Doyle

SAVANNAH, Mo. (KQTV) — The Savannah Fire Department will host its inaugural Christmas celebration to invite the community to get a look inside its station.

The celebration will take place from 6 to 8 p.m. on Dec. 18 at the Savannah Fire Department’s Station 1, located at 107 US-71 BUS in Savannah.

The department came up with the idea of letting taxpayers come and see how it is making the most of its resources. 

A lot of times, citizens and their families only meet firefighters on dark days in their lives, according to Savannah FD Lt. Jason Boyer. Having positive interactions with the public is at the forefront of this mission to create a fun holiday atmosphere. 

“It’s vital for us just to be seen. I guess most of the time when people see us, they don’t want to see us because we’ve got lights and something bad has happened,” Boyer said. “So it’s nice to be able to interact with the community in a non-emergency status and show you know that, ‘hey, we do care about the community and want to do stuff good for them’.”

This event will feature pictures and letters to Santa, a bounce house, a CPR Demonstration, Hot Cocoa and more.

For updates and additional information, follow the Savannah, Missouri, Fire Department on Facebook. 

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