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Federal bill would offer grants for air filters to combat wildfire smoke, particulate matter

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:36:37 GMT

While wildfires continue to ravage Canadian forests and their smoke blankets American cities – even covering New York City in a dense, yellow haze – Democratic lawmakers in Congress want to provide more air filters across the country.Smoke and particulate matter from the wildfires can penetrate respiratory symptoms, exacerbating chronic heart and lung diseases, according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. It can make anybody sick, triggering headaches, chest pains and shortness of breath. Children, pregnant people and the elderly are particularly susceptible.The smoke and particulates can work their way into circulation systems indoors as well, and air filters are an effective way of combating that worsening air quality. So Sen. Michael Bennet of Colorado and two other Democrats introduced a bill Tuesday that would offer millions of dollars in grants for personal and community air filters.Related ArticlesPolitics | Broadway’s Denée Benton calls Ron De...

Aurora 18-year-olds arrested in fatal road-rage shooting

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:36:37 GMT

Two 18-year-olds from Aurora were arrested this week in connection with a fatal road-rage shooting at a stoplight last week, police announced Wednesday morning.Related ArticlesCrime and Public Safety | Boulder mother accused of killing infant son had postpartum mental health problems, affidavit says Crime and Public Safety | Denver jury finds Warren Simpson guilty of murder in Park Hill shooting Crime and Public Safety | How rising violence, kids with guns have pushed Denver’s school board toward bringing police back to campus Crime and Public Safety | Opinion: Capitol protest was a feckless and bizarrely racialized attack on Coloradans’ rights Crime and Public Safety | Colorado plastic surgeon charged in teen patient’s death points finger at nurse as jury trial begins The two, identified as Juan Carlos Rivas-Luna and Aracely Enriquez, were arrested in the 1000 block of Hanover Street on Mond...

Joshua Payan Killed, Another Injured in Car Crash on East Avenue [Chico, CA]

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:36:37 GMT

Stolen Vehicle Crash near Cohasset Road Left Driver DeadCHICO, CA (June 14, 2023) – Tuesday evening, Joshua Payan was killed in a stolen vehicle crash at a Chico intersection.Several officials responded to the incident around 9:45 p.m. between East Avenue and Cohasset Road.Upon arrival, authorities discovered two vehicles with significant damages. Fire units from the Chico Fire Department also used power tools to extricate one of the occupants from a silver Hyundai.Tragically, the occupant of the other vehicle sustained major injuries and died at the scene.According to the police, an officer attempted to pull over what appeared to be a stolen blue Dodge sedan along East and Mariposa Avenues. However, the driver did not comply and sped off. Reports stated that the officer did not continue the pursuit due to slippery road conditions.Subsequently, the blue Dodge collided with a silver Hyundai after running past a red light on East Avenue and Cohasset Road.Paramedics transported t...

Arturo Arellano Died in Rollover Crash at Frontage Road 02 [Battle Mountain, NV]

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:36:37 GMT

Rollover Collision on Frontage Road 02 Resulted in Death of 19-Year-Old Arturo ArellanoBATTLE MOUNTAIN, NV (June 14, 2023) – Early Wednesday morning, a single-vehicle crash at Frontage Road 02 claimed the life of Arturo Arellano.The accident occurred on June 7th, just before 5:00 a.m., near Interstate 80.According to Nevada State Police, a black Ford Ranger traveling east veered off the right side of the road, turned at an angle, and then overturned.First responders arrived shortly after and pronounced the driver dead at the scene. Police identified him as 19-year-old Arturo Arellano.In addition, Nevada State Police reported that Arellano was not wearing a seat belt at the time of the crash which caused him to be thrown from the truck.At this time, police suspect impairment as the cause of the crash. However, an active investigation is still underway.No words can mend the broken hearts and sorrow felt during this delicate moment. The Sweet James team sends their deepest condol...

Juneteenth — A Global Celebration of Freedom

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:36:37 GMT

Juneteenth — A Global Celebration of Freedom: This Juneteenth event is vitally important.The bill features Miguel, Charlie Wilson, Adam Blackstone, Kirk Franklin, Nelly, Jodeci, SWV, Davido, Chloe Bailey, Coi Leray, Muni Long, Mike Phillips and More. AND there’s an appearance form Vice President Kamala Harris. That’s a lot going on.“The extensive cross-platform coverage of Juneteenth: A Global Celebration for Freedom will be hosted by CNN’s renowned journalists, anchor Sara Sidner, political commentator Van Jones and feature CNN Correspondent Stephanie Elam,” reads the press release. “The evening’s Musical Directors, Grammy and Emmy Award-winner Adam Blackstone and The Roots co-founder and Academy® Award-winning filmmaker Questlove, will add their immense talent and expertise to the stage. Juneteenth: A Global Celebration for Freedom promises to be an unforgettable event that pays homage to the past, celebrates the present, and looks forward to a ...

Marvel’s John Romita Sr., who co-created Wolverine and worked on Spider-Man, dead at 93

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:36:37 GMT

Peter Sblendorio | New York Daily News (TNS)John Romita Sr., the Brooklyn-born comic book artist who co-created Marvel staples such as Wolverine and Punisher, has died at age 93, his son announced.A cause of death was not included in the announcement.“He is a legend in the art world and it would be my honor to follow in his footsteps,” John Romita Jr., who is also a comic book artist, tweeted late Tuesday. “Please keep your thoughts and condolences here out of respect for my family. He was the greatest man I ever met.”I say this with a heavy heart, My father passed away peacefully in his sleep. He is a legend in the art world and it would be my honor to follow in his footsteps. Please keep your thoughts and condolences here out of respect for my family. He was the greatest man I ever met. pic.twitter.com/Pe2K3ywbWX— John Romita JR (@JrRomita) June 14, 2023The elder Romita, who attended the High School of Art and Design in New York City, also worked for DC Comic early in his ca...

Photos: Tahoe ski home seen on ‘The Kardashians,’ ‘Real Housewives’ listed for $19.8 million

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:36:37 GMT

A sprawling hillside South Lake Tahoe home, the setting for episodes of “The Kardashians,” “The Bachelor” and “The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills,” is for sale for $19.8 million.South Lake Tahoe reality show ski home listed for $19.8 million (Arial Canvas) Gunbarrel Lodge, named after the face of Heavenly Ski Resort, has a whopping 17 bedrooms and 18 baths – perfect for large groups or reality shows.South Lake Tahoe reality show ski home listed for $19.8 million (Arial Canvas) The 16,500-square-foot gated home sits on 15 acres with spectacular lake views. It boasts rustic elegance with modern conveniences. There is a heated pool, rooftop hot tub and a movie theater. There is also a six-car garage and ski-in/ski-out accessibility.South Lake Tahoe reality show ski home listed for $19.8 million (Arial Canvas) South Lake Tahoe reality show ski home listed for $19.8 million (Arial Canvas) Mark Salmon with Compass is the listing ag...

Shooting kills 16-year-old, wounds 17-year-old, at San Leandro apartment complex

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:36:37 GMT

SAN LEANDRO — A 16-year-old boy was killed and a 17-year-old boy wounded after gunfire erupted at an apartment complex Tuesday night.Both teens were shot about 9:10 p.m., at the complex in the 14700 block of Washington Avenue, police said.San Leandro police Asst. Chief Luis Torres said officers found the two teens down when they arrived and administered aid. An ambulance took them both to a hospital. The 16-year-old died there.The 17-year-old was in stable condition Wednesday morning, Torres said. Police were working to determine a motive for the shooting and were looking for at least one shooter.The homicide is the second investigated by San Leandro police this year, according to records kept by this news organization.No other information was available immediately.Please check back for updates.Related ArticlesCrime and Public Safety | Infant girl overdoses on fentanyl but survives, East Bay mother charged with child abuse Crime and Public Safety | O...

Man who ran from Tahoe crash was trying to kill teen in car, investigators say

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:36:37 GMT

A Tahoe-area man released on bail after allegedly running away from a car crash was re-arrested and accused of deliberately trying to drive off a cliff with a teenager he had just assaulted.The crash happened on May 27, the Saturday before Memorial Day, on the Mount Rose Highway. A 23-year-old man from Incline Village, Nev., was eastbound near Sky Tavern Ski Area when his vehicle hit a boulder and a tree at the side of the road.He fled on foot, leaving an injured teenage passenger in the vehicle, and scuffled with Washoe County sheriff’s deputies who attempted to detain him, the sheriff’s department said.He was arrested on suspicion of battery with a deadly weapon, fleeing a crash and resisting arrest, and he was released on bail four days later.But an investigation by sheriff’s detectives found evidence that the crash was not an accident: The man had sexually assaulted the passenger shortly before the crash, they allege, and intended to drive off the cliff with he...

Does Kevin Costner expect his kids to leave family home with his estranged wife?

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:36:37 GMT

Kevin Costner has made it clear in new legal documents that he wants his estranged wife Christine Baumgartner to pack up and leave the family home, but the documents don’t say whether he also expects his three minor children to leave the house and go live with their mother or stay with him.In documents obtained by TMZ, the 68-year-old “Yellowstone” actor cites a prenuptial agreement that Baumgartner signed before their 2004 marriage, which states that she has 30 days to pack up her belongings and vacate their home in the event of a divorce.Actors Kevin Costner and Christine Baumgartner and their children Hayes Logan Costner (L), Cayden Wyatt Costner (C) and Grace Avery Costner attend the world premiere of Disney’s ‘McFarland, USA’ at the El Capitan Theatre, February 9, 2015 in Hollywood, California. AFP PHOTO / ROBYN BECK (Photo credit should read ROBYN BECK/AFP via Getty Images) Baumgartner, 49, filed for divorce on May 1 after 18 years of m...