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Senators decry Russia's 'dangerous,' 'reckless' downing of US drone

Published Thu, 26 Dec 2024 15:22:46 GMT

Senators on Tuesday called Russia’s downing of a U.S. drone “dangerous” and “reckless,” slamming Russian President Vladimir Putin but stopping short of calling for any specific actions. A Russian fighter jet intercepted the drone over the Black Sea.“This intercept was so dangerous and so brazen that the U.S. Air Force was forced to crash their drone into international waters. It is another reckless act by President Putin and his military, and I want to tell Mr. Putin, stop this behavior before you are the cause of an unintended escalation,” Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-N.Y.) said from the chamber floor. He added, “The U.S. has routinely flown over the Black Sea since before Putin’s illegal and reckless invasion of Ukraine, and I’m confident our military will continue to do so.”Officials warned the situation could lead to an unintended escalation in the region amid heightened tensions between the U.S. and Russia over its invasion of Ukraine. But White House natio...

Denver mayoral candidates answering youth questions on drug, violence and mental health issues

Published Thu, 26 Dec 2024 15:22:46 GMT

DENVER (KDVR) -- On Thursday, 5280 High School and Rise Above Colorado will host a youth-led mayoral forum to address issues that affect teens like mental health, fentanyl and school-based violence. Thirteen candidates running for Mayor of Denver are scheduled to participate.5280 High School is a school that helps students who are dealing with substance use or mental health issues.A student named Alichia says she had some issues with family members that affected her grades and mental health. "I wasn't doing good at all," she said. But now she is proud of the turnaround she's had at 5280. "Last quarter I actually passed with all A's," she said. Parents want teen who shares massive house party videos stopped Now she and other students want to know how Denver's mayoral candidates plan to address issues affecting young people. Melissa Mouton, the school's executive director, says the students are very concerned about a feeling of community and belonging."Another concern is access...

Aiming lasers at aircraft poised to be a felony in Colorado

Published Thu, 26 Dec 2024 15:22:46 GMT

DENVER (KDVR) — A bill that would make it a state felony to point a laser at an aircraft is headed to the governor's desk.Colorado lawmakers passed the measure out of both chambers and sent it to Gov. Jared Polis on Monday. Gun measures advance through Colorado legislature Senate Bill 23-095 makes aiming a laser at an aircraft a Class 6 felony crime. That's the lowest level of felony, but it could bring prison time and fines."When these lasers hit your cockpit, it refracts, and it fills your entire cockpit with green light for a moment, kind of blinding light," SkyFOX photojournalist Angel Rosado said back in May 2020. This was after someone aimed a laser at the TV news stations' shared helicopter during a night of protests.If the governor signs the bill, it will take effect on July 1 and apply to any offenses committed then or after.Bipartisan laser bill would have exemptionsThe law would not apply under certain conditions, like if a person is using the laser to send an emergency...

This is the oldest town in Colorado

Published Thu, 26 Dec 2024 15:22:46 GMT

DENVER (KDVR) -- Colorado's oldest town may surprise you. It is not any of the obvious choices -- such as Denver, Colorado Springs or Pueblo. In fact, it is somewhere entirely separate from the Front Range.While towns in the state may not be as old as some on the East Coast, Colorado still has a rich history of settlements and towns.What is the oldest town in the state?Depending on the definition of town you want to use, there are different answers.There are many native peoples that created and lived in permanent settlements in what is now known as Colorado for millennia before any western people made landfall on the continent.Places such as Mesa Verde, which was first settled around 1,400 years ago, by far predate the modern settling of the area by Europeans. From 60s to snow in Denver? Here’s what we know However, to narrow down the scope of what "oldest town" means, the oldest incorporated town in Colorado that is still populated is San Luis in the southern part of the state. T...

What's the hottest temperature ever recorded in Denver in March?

Published Thu, 26 Dec 2024 15:22:46 GMT

DENVER (KDVR) -- Temperatures will be in the 60s the next few days in the Mile High City. While 60 is above-average for this time of year, it is not even close to the warmest temperature on record for March.The record high in March is 84 degrees, which was set on March 26, 1971, according to the National Weather Service. The record low for this month is negative 11 degrees, which was set on March 28, 1886. From 60s to snow in Denver? Here’s what we know The normal high temperature for March in Denver starts out in the 50s and increases to 60 degrees by the end of the month.Keep up with the forecastTo keep up with the forecast as it changes, be sure to download the Pinpoint Weather App. It has special features that include:Interactive Radar: Zoom in to any locationPinpoint Weather forecast: Independently certified as Colorado’s Most AccurateCustomized alert settings: Choose the severe weather alerts and locations that matter to youHour-by-Hour: Plan your day and see the hourly...

Complaints of drag show at James L. Knight Center threatens host hotel’s liquor license

Published Thu, 26 Dec 2024 15:22:46 GMT

A downtown Miami hotel has found itself “dragged” into controversy.Its liquor license could be on the line because of a holiday drag show and complaints it was indecent for children.Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis’ administration is laying down this law on the Hyatt Regency Hotel in downtown Miami.Monday, the administration announced that they are revoking the hotel’s alcohol license after one of its facilities hosted a drag queen show with minors present in the audience.The show, dubbed “A Drag Queen Christmas” is a holiday-themed drag show that tours in 36 different cities.It features stars from the hit VH-1 reality show “RuPaul’s Drag Race,” and on Dec. 27, the tour made a stop in South Florida at the James L. Knight Center.Now, the Department of Business and Professional Regulation filed a 17-page complaint against the facility, citing several violations.The complaints suggest that the performers were “wearing sexually suggesting clothin...

Nor’easter pounds Massachusetts, dumps 33 inches of snow in spots, child struck by tree

Published Thu, 26 Dec 2024 15:22:46 GMT

It may have been Old Man Winter’s last gasp on Tuesday, as a whopper of a nor’easter pummeled the region, dumping nearly 3 feet of heavy wet snow on spots and sparking power outages.The powerful snowstorm toppled power lines and trees in parts of Massachusetts, and a falling tree in New Hampshire struck a child — who got trapped under the tree before getting freed by first responders.The more north and west you live in the Bay State, the more snow you saw piling up. The snow accumulation jackpot for the storm was the Berkshires, where a mountainous 33 inches of snow was measured in Hawley and 32 inches of snow was recorded in Rowe.The northern Worcester Hills were also pounded — with Ashby shoveling 27 inches of snow and Princeton digging out from 26 inches of snow.“They got quite a bit of snow up there,” Kyle Pederson, meteorologist at the National Weather Service’s Boston office, told the Herald on Tuesday.“It’s been a pretty i...

Patriots re-signing S Jabrill Peppers to 2-year deal, per reports

Published Thu, 26 Dec 2024 15:22:46 GMT

The Patriots and veteran safety Jabrill Peppers agreed to terms on a 2-year deal Tuesday, according to reports.Related ArticlesNew England Patriots | Patriots reportedly signing Broncos O-lineman to 2-year deal New England Patriots | Jakobi Meyers explains decision to leave Patriots for team-friendly Raiders deal New England Patriots | Patriots WR Jakobi Meyers leaving for 3-year deal with AFC West team, per report New England Patriots | Retired Patriots captain Devin McCourty buys 37 billboards to thank fans New England Patriots | Source: Patriots expected to re-sign DT Carl Davis to 1-year deal Peppers played an increasingly important role on defense last season, recording 60 tackles and a fumble recovery in 17 games. He rotated with veterans Devin McCourty, Kyle Dugger and Adrian Phillips, often playing close to the box. With McCourty retired, Peppers brings crucial depth at a position of strength.His...

Chris Perkins: Dolphins show faith in Mike McDaniel by re-signing running backs Raheem Mostert, Jeff Wilson

Published Thu, 26 Dec 2024 15:22:46 GMT

The Miami Dolphins are re-signing running backs Raheem Mostert and Jeff Wilson Jr., and it’s an interesting move because it could be viewed as being as much about the head coach as the players.The Dolphins are showing faith that coach Mike McDaniel, given the same talent, won’t finish 31st — second-to-last in the league — in rushing attempts (390) again.The Dolphins are also showing faith that when the running game is working during a game, it won’t be abandoned.Most significantly, the Dolphins, who are in ‘win-now’ mode, are saying they can win with what they’ve got, or what they had, which isn’t how it seemed last season.It’s not a big surprise that the Dolphins plan to re-sign Mostert and Wilson. Money is a factor. If both max out their deals it’ll only cost the Dolphins $15.8 million over the next two years. Plus, you’ll recall McDaniel, Mostert and Wilson were all together in San Francisco before being reun...

Biden admin proposes strict limits on forever chemicals in nation’s water supply

Published Thu, 26 Dec 2024 15:22:46 GMT

Faced with congressional inaction on the matter, the president has instructed the EPA to issue limits on the amount of so-called forever chemicals which can be measured in the nation’s drinking water.“Today the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) proposed the first-ever national standard to address PFAS contamination in drinking water. EPA will require public water systems to monitor for six PFAS chemicals, notify the public if the levels of these PFAS exceed the proposed regulatory standards, and take action to reduce the level of PFAS in the water supply,” the White House announced Tuesday.The Biden-Harris Administration, through the EPA, is proposing a drinking water limit for two common PFAS chemicals, otherwise known as per- and polyfluorinated substances, according to the White House.According to the proposed rules, levels of PFOA and PFOS — perfluorooctanoic acid and perfluorooctane sulfonic acid — in water will need to measure under four parts per trillion.“EPA’s proposal ...