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SLU pumpkin carving contest serves as break from midterms, exams

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 11:02:01 GMT

ST. LOUIS – Students from the Saint Louis University School of Science and Engineering took a break from midterms and exams to participate in a pumpkin carving contest.Fourteen teams of students showcased their creativity for one of three cash prizes: $1,000 to the winner, $500 for second place, and $250 for third place.“The requirements for this were that students picked up a pumpkin and the students had to convey the science and engineering fields. And how do they convey that in the pumpkin as their medium?" Scott Sell, Ph.D., Associate Dean of Undergraduate Education in the School of Science and Engineering, said.The only trouble with these building materials is time.“We’re going to have to work through that for next year,” Amy Price, outreach coordinator for the School of Science and Engineering, said. “The competition began last week. Then, the students went on fall break. So we’ve seen some of the decomposition of the pumpkins. So, maybe we’ll have to incorporate that next year.”

Through four games, Denver Nuggets’ second unit doesn’t look like the work in progress it’s supposed to be

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 11:02:01 GMT

One of Michael Malone’s core coaching philosophies with the Nuggets is rooted in an old-school but obvious idea.“What I do now obviously is trying to have Nikola (Jokic) or Jamal (Murray) on the floor at all times, and that’s something that my father would always talk about,” Malone said Monday before the Nuggets defeated Utah and improved to 4-0. “Whether it was a guy like Phil Jackson always having either Scottie (Pippen) or Michael (Jordan) on the floor, you want to have one of your horses available and on the court at all times.”That makes it easy to credit Denver’s success at any given moment to whichever of those two players is on the floor. But as for who is surrounding Murray or Jokic, this season was expected to be one big never-ending adjustment. No more Bruce Brown. No more Jeff Green. Some bench assembly required.So far, somehow, the system appears seamless.It’s only four games, but a sample size is starting to accumulate f...

DA pursued baseless investigation into judge after unfavorable rulings in Barry Morphew case, state authorities allege

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 11:02:01 GMT

The elected district attorney in Colorado’s 11th Judicial District launched a baseless investigation of a judge after becoming frustrated by his unfavorable rulings in the high-profile Barry Morphew murder case, state authorities alleged in a disciplinary complaint filed Monday.District Attorney Linda Stanley pursued a domestic violence investigation into then-District Judge Ramsey Lama after he issued a series of rulings against prosecutors during the case against Morphew, who was charged at the time with killing his then-missing wife Suzanne Morphew in a prosecution that later was dropped.The 11th Judicial District includes Fremont, Chaffee, Park and Custer counties.Stanley ordered an investigator with her office to interview the judge’s ex-wife about whether the judge had ever been abusive during their marriage, and whether that rumored history might be influencing his rulings in the Morphew case, according to a 20-page formal disciplinary complaint filed against Stan...

Deion Sanders: CU Buffs football theft at Rose Bowl “a travesty”

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 11:02:01 GMT

BOULDER — Coach Prime had some choice words about the alleged Rose Bowl crime.“I think that’s a travesty,” CU Buffs football coach Deion Sanders said of the theft of players and staff members’ belongings while they were playing UCLA at the Rose Bowl on Saturday evening in Pasadena, Calif.Sanders, whose 4-4 Buffs (1-4 Pac-12) host Oregon State (6-2, 3-2) at 8 p.m. Saturday at Folsom Field, said CU is assembling a list of the missing items — jewelry, personal and football items, according to Pasadena authorities — and will seek financial reimbursement if the stolen items can’t be recovered.“This is the Rose Bowl, this is ‘The Grandaddy Of Them All,'” Sanders said. “I’m sure grandpa has some money. Grandpa should have some money to give these kids. … They might not be able to get their items back but (someone) should be able to reimburse them.”Coach Prime also appealed on the NCAA to intervene.“I ...

Owner of 'A Team' replica van arrested for sexual assault of minor

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 11:02:01 GMT

The owner of a replica black and red Chevrolet van from the 1980s television show “The A Team” has been arrested for alleged sexual crimes with a minor that took place in his van and now authorities are working to locate additional victims.  Edmundo Alarcon, 44, of Chino is accused of developing a relationship with a minor in November 2022 and, over the course of the relationship through July 2023, coercing the victim to engage in unlawful sexual acts, a news release from the San Bernardino Sheriff’s Department stated.  Edmundo Alarcon, 44, from Chino was arrested on Oct. 31, 2023, and charged with sexual assault of a minor under duress. (SBSD)Deputies from the Chino Hills Sheriff’s Station served a search warrant at the 44-year-old's residence on Oct. 31, where the suspect was subsequently arrested and booked at the West Valley Detention Center on charges of sexual penetration of minor under duress.  THE A-TEAM -- Pictured: 1983 GMC Vandura -- Photo by: Ron TomNBCU P...

Riverside County wildfire continues to burn out of control

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 11:02:01 GMT

Firefighters in Riverside County are struggling to make progress in their battle against a Santa Ana wind-fueled wildfire that has forced thousands of people from their homes.The Highland Fire in Aguanga, a sparsely populated area east of Temecula, had consumed at least 2,200 acres of dry brush and trees and three structures as of Tuesday afternoon, according to Cal Fire.Another six structures have been damaged.The fire erupted just after noon on Monday near Highlands and Aguanga Ranchos roads and spread rapidly in the hot and dry desert winds.Fire crews battle the Highland Fire in Aguanga, California. Oct. 31, 2023. (KTLA)Fire crews battle the Highland Fire in Aguanga, California. Oct. 31, 2023. (KTLA)Smoke seen billowing over mountains in Riverside County, CA on Oct. 31, 2023. (ALERTCalifornia)Smoke seen billowing over mountains in Riverside County, CA on Oct. 31, 2023. (ALERTCalifornia)Firefighter seen working to extinguish several mobile home ablaze during the Highlands Fire in ...

The simple reason your streaming bill keeps going up

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 11:02:01 GMT

Netflix, Disney+, Hulu, Max, Apple TV+ - It doesn’t matter which streaming service you subscribe to; they’re all jacking up prices.Netflix recently increased its basic plan from $9.99 to $11.99 per month. Hulu went from $14.99 to $17.99. Apple raised subscriptions from $6.99 to $9.99. Max went from $14.99 to $15.99, and Disney+ raised its ad-free tier from $10.99 to $13.99.Suddenly, cutting the cord doesn’t seem to be cutting much at all for customers looking to save money from their cable and satellite bills.So why do these streaming services keep raising prices? It’s quite simple, according to KTLA consumer reporter David Lazarus.“Streaming costs are rising, and will continue to rise because the industry remains in search of a sustainable business model,” he says. This appears to be the plan for Universal Studios’ new roller coaster In other words, they’re generally not making money - yet.With its rich and vast library of original series and films, only Netflix (the original vid...

1 Injured in Pedestrian Collision on Villa Milagro Street [El Paso, TX]

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 11:02:01 GMT

One Hospitalized after Pedestrian Accident on Aggie CircleEL PASO, TX (October 31, 2023) – A pedestrian collision occurred on Villa Milagro Street Thursday night, resulting in injuries to one individual.First responders arrived at the scene near Aggie Circle at approximately 1:15 p.m. on October 1st.The circumstances leading to the accident are unclear. However, reports suggest that law enforcement received multiple calls concerning a vehicle colliding with a pedestrian.Upon arrival, crews discovered both a motorcycle and a pickup-truck at the scene. Paramedics transported one severely injured person to a nearby hospital. To protect the victim’s privacy, authorities refrained from disclosing their identity.Law enforcement closed off the area for the purpose of conducting investigations and facilitating cleanup. An ongoing, active inquiry into the Villa Milagro Street collision is underway, and further information will be disseminated as it becomes available.Operating a v...

Bay Area masking up again as mandates go into effect Nov. 1 in health care settings

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 11:02:01 GMT

As you put away those zombie masks and Halloween decorations, it might be a good time to pull out that box of surgical or KN95 face masks again as respiratory virus season gets underway, especially if you are headed to the doctor’s office soon.In Santa Clara County, everyone — patients, caregivers and healthcare providers — will be required to wear face masks in public patient care areas in hospitals, clinics, and long term care facilities for the “winter respiratory virus period,” starting Nov. 1 and lasting five months through the end of March.Alameda, San Mateo, Contra Costa, and Sonoma counties will require health care workers to mask up in patient care areas starting Wednesday, after local public health officials passed mandates earlier this fall requiring seasonal masking rules.As respiratory virus season gains steam, health officials say it’s a good idea to check stocks of rapid COVID tests. Consumers might still be eligible for another del...

Photos: A furry, tail wagging Halloween parade welcomes travelers at San Jose Mineta International Airport

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 11:02:01 GMT

On Tuesday, groups of therapy animals and their handlers paraded through Terminals A and B at San Jose Mineta International Airport (SJC) decked out in Halloween costumes. The group of mostly therapy dogs, and one rabbit name Alex the Great, welcomed passengers as they passed various gates receiving lots of smiles, selfies, and pats on the head.According to their website, The Happy Tails Program, formerly known as SJC’s Therapy Animal Program, began after the tragic events of 9/11.  Interfaith Chaplain and Volunteer Kathryn Liebschutz began bringing her Boxer/Great Dane mixed dog Orion, who was trained as a rescue/therapy dog, to the San Jose Mineta International Airport to address the anxieties of travelers and to bring comfort. Orion was the first member of SJC’s Therapy Animal Program and after 22 years of service, the newly named SJC Happy Tails Program has a membership of over 40 animals that includes 43 dogs, 4 cats and one rabbit.Bochy and fellow therapy dogs parade through S...