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Commerce City murder suspect sought by authorities

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 05:44:07 GMT

DENVER (KDVR) -- The Commerce City Police Department is seeking help locating a man alleged to be involved with a murder that occurred on Nov. 30.According to police, 22-year-old Finn Clark Hoover shot and killed 37-year-old Alfredo Oscar Nunez in the early morning hours, inside a residence on the 7300 block of Oneida Drive."For the safety of the public and in order to provide some closure and justice for the family of Alfredo Oscar Nunez, we are working to apprehend Hoover as quickly as possible," the department stated in its release.Police say several people witnessed the murder. Hoover then left Nunez's body and fled the scene. Employee killed in Topgolf parking lot, coworker arrested: Thornton police Nunez was later discovered by a maintenance worker, who reported the body to 911."Nunez is believed to be an innocent victim in what was a senseless murder," the Commerce City Police Department said in a release.Police say Hoover is known to frequent Commerce City but could be any...

Colorado AG: $4M to innovative abatement programs across the state

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 05:44:07 GMT

DENVER (KDVR) -- The Colorado Department of Law awarded $4 million for programs addressing the opioid crisis throughout the state, according to Colorado Attorney General Phil Weiser.The Opioid Abatement Innovation Challenge grants were awarded to eight organizations for efforts in:Opioid use preventionEarly interventionAppropriate harm reductionTreatmentRecoveryContinuum of careBehavior health within the criminal justice or law enforcement settingThe application window opened in May and 66 applications were received by June 30, according to the Attorney General's Office, totaling $44 million in funding requests. New deadly drug detected in Boulder County Applications were evaluated by a committee that looked at demonstrated need, program innovation, community collaboration, evaluation methods, and sustainability. The committee emphasized evidence-based practices to combat the opioid crisis, according to the AG's office.According to the Colorado Department of Public Health and the...

Wednesday TV schedule: DIRECTV Holiday Bowl on FOX31 moves 'Wheel,' 'Jeopardy!'

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 05:44:07 GMT

DENVER (KDVR) — College football's bowl season has arrived, and that means changes to the TV schedule as FOX31 airs live games from Fox Sports.On Wednesday, Dec. 27, FOX31 will broadcast the DIRECTV Holiday Bowl with coverage starting at 5:30 p.m. and continuing to 9:30 p.m., followed by FOX31 News.The game features the Louisville Cardinals taking on the USC Trojans at Petco Park in San Diego, California. Thirty minutes of pregame coverage will lead into kickoff, which takes place at 6 p.m. MT.“Jeopardy!” at 6 p.m. and “Wheel of Fortune” at 6:30 p.m. will move to Channel 2 on Wednesday as a result.The programs will air in full as they normally would. The only change is they will move to KWGN for the episodes.

US delegation is meeting with Mexico’s government for talks on the surge of migrants at the border

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 05:44:07 GMT

MEXICO CITY (AP) — A top U.S. delegation is meeting with Mexico’s president Wednesday in what many see as an attempt to have Mexico do more to limit a surge of migrants reaching the U.S. southwestern border.Mexican President Andrés Manuel López Obrador has said he’s willing to help, but he wants to see progress in U.S. relations with Cuba and Venezuela, two of the top sources of migrants, along with more development aid for the region.“We have always talked about addressing the causes (of migration). The ideal thing is to help poor countries,” López Obrador said before the meeting.Both sides in the talks face pressure to reach an agreement after past steps like limiting direct travel into Mexico or deporting some migrants failed to stop the influx. This month, as many as 10,000 migrants were arrested daily at the southwest U.S. border.The U.S. has struggled to process thousands of migrants at the border, and house them once they reach northern cities. Mexican indus...

2 rescued after helicopter crashes in Southwest Miami-Dade canal

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 05:44:07 GMT

Two people have been rescued after the helicopter they were in crashed in a canal in Southwest Miami-Dade, Wednesday afternoon. The helicopter crashed near SW 187 Avenue and SW 122 Street, just after 1 p.m. Divers with Miami-Dade Fire Rescue went into the canal and were able to rescue two people. Both have been transported by ground to a local-area hospital. According to authorities, the helicopter took off from Fort Myers en route to Miami Executive Airport. Please check back on WSVN.com and 7News for more details on this developing story.

Bayfront Park gearing up for New Year’s Eve celebrations

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 05:44:07 GMT

With just four days until the new year, Bayfront Park is being prepped for the vibrant New Year’s Eve festivities. At Bayside Marketplace, City of Miami Commissioner Joe Carollo shared details of the exciting lineup, featuring 28 singers and groups starting at 6 p.m.“This year we’re having 28 singers and groups,” said Carollo. “This is why other cities wait until late at night to bring in their talent. We have to start at 6 p.m.” Live footage revealed crews setting up stages, signaling the city’s readiness to welcome residents and visitors to a lively celebration. General admission to the Bayside event is free, allowing attendees to bring blankets while offering items for purchase on-site.A police officer emphasized the presence of federal, state, and local authorities for added security during the event on Sunday. Notably, the return of the Big Orange, absent during the COVID-19 pandemic, adds an extra layer of excitement to the festivities...

20 highly anticipated books coming in 2024 we want to read

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 05:44:07 GMT

Book lovers, rejoice: it’s winter, which means the best possible excuse to stay inside with a blanket and read the night away. We’re also approaching the New Year, so if you’re planning on making a resolution to read more books in 2024, you’ll be glad to hear that publishers have you covered.The first few months of 2024 will bring readers much to choose from, whether you’re a fan of imaginative historical fiction, memoirs about cats and the people they tolerate, essays that touch on music and sports, or short stories that will transport you to places you’ve maybe never been.See also: Sign up for our free Book Pages newsletter about bestsellers, authors and moreMake sure your fireplace is in working order, and take a look at this list of 20 forthcoming books to keep you company over the next few chilly months. “You Dreamed of Empires”Author: Álvaro Enrigue, translated by Natasha WimmerWhat It’s About: Enrigue is a bona fide literary star in his native Mexico. His latest novel to be t...

The Grinch crashes into New Hampshire music venue

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 05:44:07 GMT

Typical! The Grinch careened into a bad time in southern New Hampshire on Christmas Day.“What the?? Our brand new road sign was destroyed (again) yesterday on Christmas, along with our mailbox, walkway lights, honey stand, etc.,” The Word Barn, an Exeter, N.H., music venue, posted on its Facebook page Tuesday. “We’re amazed and so very glad no one was hurt, but imagine our surprise when we raced outside to assist and found … the Grinch?! Can’t make this stuff up.”That’s right. The Grinch!Exeter Police responded to the site of the crash — 66 Newfields Road — at a little before 6 p.m. on Christmas to find not a shining sleigh and Santa but, instead, a very beat-up silver Honda CRV on the front lawn of the music venue and a fully costumed Grinch behind the wheel.The car had significant front-end damage, a smashed windshield and a broken rear driver’s side window, according to the Exeter Police Department. The vehicle had to be towed from the scene by the New England Truck Center.The co...

Rose Parade 2024 lineup: Your guide to every float, band and equestrian unit, in order

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 05:44:07 GMT

Everything’s coming up roses for the 2024 Rose Parade — plus carnations, daisies, marigolds and many other types of flowers, too! That’s how things roll in Pasadena on New Year’s Day.With “Celebrating a World of Music: The Universal Language” as the theme, parade fans can expect lots of musical performances, including ones by Destiny’s Child icon Michelle Williams, “The Voice” champion Cassadee Pope and, in the grand finale, “American Idol” winner Jordin Sparks.What follows is a look at the floats, bands, equestrian units and more, in the order they’re expected to appear along the 5.5-mile parade route. (Note: The lineup is subject to change, even as late as the morning of the parade.)• See related: 5.5 miles of roses: The 2024 Rose Parade routePre-parade A. Sound carPre-parade B. Pace car1-a. Rose Parade Opening Spectacular, presented by Honda1-b. American HondaKeep Dreaming(Artistic Entertainment Services)As a Rose Parade presenting sponsor, the Honda float is the first one to rol...

Gretchen’s table: Mexican chiles, peppers and cheese make meatloaf amazing

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 05:44:07 GMT

Gretchen McKay | (TNS) Pittsburgh Post-GazetteYou don’t have to be fan of “Game of Thrones” to know winter is coming.The first snowflakes of the season swirled outside my window this afternoon, a sure sign fall’s temperate weather will soon be in our rearview mirror.A cozy sweater and heated car seats help to ward off the chill. But now is also the time to warm up both the body and soul with winter comfort foods like this spiced-up, cheesy meatloaf.Assertively seasoned with ancho chile powder, cumin and charred Anaheim peppers, it’s a spicy Mexican take on the favorite American diner food. Shredded cheese and a spicy-sweet chipotle glaze add even more personality.If you serve the meatloaf with mashed potatoes and a green vegetable, a little goes a long way, which means there will be leftovers for sandwiches. For a Pittsburgh twist, tuck thick slices of warm or cold meatloaf between two pieces of fresh or toasted Mancini’s Italian bread slathered w...