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Gallaudet University fundraising campaign honors unsung hero, highlights history of Black deaf students

Published Tue, 24 Dec 2024 02:00:01 GMT

From left to right: Louise Miller, her son Kenneth Miller and her husband Luther Miller. (Courtesy Gallaudet University Archives)D.C.’s Gallaudet University for deaf and hard-of-hearing students is stepping up a multimillion-dollar campaign to right some of the historical wrongs against its Black students.In the early 1950s, Louise Miller’s four deaf children were barred from attending the Kendall School for the Deaf, D.C.’s only elementary school for deaf students, located on Gallaudet University’s campus.The reason? Deep-seated racial segregation.In 1952, Miller and several other families of deaf children joined forces and sued the District’s school board — and won.Their victory opened the door to the landmark Brown v. Board of Education case a few years later.Now, more than 70 years later, Gallaudet has launched a $23 million fundraising campaign to honor Miller. It’s called the Necessity of Now campaign.“It’s time to know our histo...

Nieve húmeda cubre zonas del DMV, mientras escuelas anuncian retrasos

Published Tue, 24 Dec 2024 02:00:01 GMT

El lunes por la mañana cayó nieve húmeda en el área de DC, lo que llevó a algunos distritos escolares a anunciar que abrirán dos horas más tarde.⁠Las escuelas públicas de los condados Frederick y Montgomery en Maryland, además de los condados Spotsylvania y Stafford en Virginia, anunciaron retrasos de dos horas. Aquí hay una lista completa de retrasos escolares.Los madrugadores vieron una capa blanca sobre las zonas verdes y algunos enormes copos de nieve cayendo.⁠ Los viajeros deben prepararse para limpiar la nieve de los vehículos y conducir sobre carreteras mojadas. Al principio se vio algo de nieve medio derretida en las carreteras. Tenga cuidado en carreteras no tratadas o superficies elevadas, incluidos puentes y pasos elevados, que podrían estar resbaladizos, exhortó el portavoz de Bomberos y Rescate del Condado de Montgomery, Pete Piringer.“Parece más aterrador de lo que va a ser”, dijo Chuck Bell, meteorólogo de Storm Team4. “En general, las carreteras están mojadas&#...

These Colorado locations have the best chance for a white Christmas

Published Tue, 24 Dec 2024 02:00:01 GMT

DENVER (KDVR) -- While Denver's likelihood of a white Christmas isn't looking good, other places in Colorado have a high chance for powder on Dec. 25.The probability of snow on Christmas depends on what "white Christmas" means to you.Probabilities change based on whether a white Christmas means snow falling or snow on the ground. What are the chances Denver will have a white Christmas this year? The National Centers for Environmental Information recorded the probability of snowfall across the country based on snowfall totals from 1991 to 2020. These probabilities are for places with snow on the ground.Here are the top 10 spots in Colorado that have the highest probability of a white Christmas:Crested Butte: 100%Climax: 99.9%Hourglass Reservoir: 99.5Winter Park: 99.5%Aspen: 99.3%Steamboat Springs: 98.9%Fraser: 98.3%Grand Lake: 97.9%Ward: 97.7%Breckenridge: 97.7%For Denver, the chances aren't nearly as high as the rest of the state.The National Weather Service says there is a 37% c...

Poll: What do Denverites consider cold?

Published Tue, 24 Dec 2024 02:00:01 GMT

DENVER (KDVR) -- Right now, Denver weather is ranging from lows of below 20 to highs in the 60s in the past week.People across the country have different definitions of cold. For some people, cold is a 50-degree day where you need jeans and a sweatshirt. For others, it's cook-out weather. Denver weather: Mild Monday with a mix of sun and clouds Denver is full of transplants coming from all around the country. In theory, Denver doesn't have a good definition of cold.But with the help of readers, FOX31 wants to define "cold" in Denver."Cold" in Denver could mean when you have to put on a long sleeve. Or it could mean when the roads are slick and you can see your breath.So, what is cold to you?Vote on what you consider cold and stay tuned. FOX31 will post the results in a few days.

Boulder police kick off new texting service

Published Tue, 24 Dec 2024 02:00:01 GMT

DENVER (KDVR) -- The Boulder Police Department kicked off a new texting service on Monday called ‘Power Engage.'The program is aimed at helping the department better connect with the community.‘Power Engage’ will work in a couple of ways. Airport cargo employees to rally at DIA due to safety concerns First, the service will provide important information to anyone who calls 9-1-1.For example, if you’re in a minor crash, the system will send you a text saying police are on the way, stay off the road and other pertinent information you may need at the scene.Secondly, anyone who calls 9-1-1 will get a follow-up call within six hours. That message will ask how satisfied you were with the call for service and the response you received from officers."This new service aligns with our department’s Reimagine Policing Plan and our continued commitment to transparency and respect," said Boulder police.The department will respect ‘quiet hours’ and not send texts between 9 p.m and 8 a.m.

Russell Wilson records longest touchdown pass this season

Published Tue, 24 Dec 2024 02:00:01 GMT

DENVER (KDVR) -- The Denver Broncos walked away with a win against the Los Angeles Chargers, along with a record-breaking touchdown throw from quarterback Russell Wilson.On Sunday, the Broncos beat the Chargers 24-7, which was their first road victory against the Chargers since 2019. Russell Wilson throws 2 TD passes, Justin Herbert injured as Broncos cruise past Chargers 24-7 Wilson completed 21 of 33 passes for 224 yards, including a 46-yard touchdown to Courtland Sutton in the third quarter for Denver.According to NFL's Next Gen Stats, quarterback Russell Wilson's 46-yard pass is the longest touchdown by air distance this season. The pass to Sutton traveled 60.8 yards in the air, according to a tweet from Next Gen Stats.The probability of the completion was an estimated 21.9%.Wilson now holds the two longest touchdown passes by air distance this season.The pass in Sunday's game is tied at the bottom of the list of 25 deepest touchdown passes since the start of the 2016 sea...

Rapper Rich the Kid arrested, charged with trespassing and resisting officer

Published Tue, 24 Dec 2024 02:00:01 GMT

Rapper Rich the Kid, also known as Dimitri Roger, was arrested early Monday morning in Miami Beach for resisting an officer without violence and trespassing property after being given a warning. According to the arrest report, Roger approached a secured perimeter at the intersection of 17th Street and James Avenue and said he had to get to his hotel. Officers told him that he could not cross the tape because there was an ongoing investigation due to a bomb threat. Roger reportedly responded to the officer’s warnings by saying “I’ll bond out in 20 minutes,” according to the report. He then crossed under the police tape at the southeast corner. Police again warned him that he cannot cross into the property. Roger walked away from officers and went to the rear of the property where he was stopped by the security staff who also told him he cannot enter the property. According to the report, Roger said “stop me” to the security and jumped the fence ont...

Investigation underway after woman found injured on Wilton Manors street

Published Tue, 24 Dec 2024 02:00:01 GMT

Wilton Manors Police responded to an incident involving an injured adult female discovered on the street. The woman was found shortly after 4 a.m., Monday, near West Oakland Park Boulevard and Northwest Ninth Avenue. She was transported to an area hospital, where she is currently listed in critical condition. Concerned about the circumstances surrounding the incident, Broward Sheriff’s Office Traffic Homicide Unit detectives have been called in to lead the active investigation.Authorities have yet to disclose the nature and extent of the woman’s injuries or the events leading up to her being found on the roadway. Law enforcement is urging anyone with information related to the incident to come forward and assist in the investigation. If you have any information on this crime, call Broward County Crime Stoppers at 954-493-TIPS. Remember, you can always remain anonymous, and you may be eligible for a reward of up to $5,000.

Rishi Sunak’s in crisis over immigration. WTF happens next?

Published Tue, 24 Dec 2024 02:00:01 GMT

LONDON — Rishi Sunak might just be better off staying in bed on Tuesday.The embattled U.K. prime minister is on a last-minute charm offensive as he tries to get a massively controversial piece of asylum legislation through the House of Commons. Critics on both sides of his governing Conservative Party have knives out — and it’s going to be a major test of his authority, with few good outcomes.Let POLITICO walk you through the latest Tory drama — and try to work out (with massive caveats) what the hell happens next.So what’s everyone squabbling about?Asylum policy. Specifically, the long-running Conservative promise to deport undocumented migrants to Rwanda.The hardline plan is meant to deter people from crossing the English Channel in small boats, and thereby help Sunak meet a big promise to “Stop the Boats” amid concerns about migration.But it’s been snarled in the courts since its inception under Boris Johnson in 2022, with the Supreme Court last month ruling the whole...

US Air Force disciplines 15 people following investigation into accused National Guard leaker Jack Teixeira

Published Tue, 24 Dec 2024 02:00:01 GMT

(CNN) — The US Air Force has disciplined 15 people connected to the intelligence leaks from Air National Guardsman Jack Teixeira, the service said Monday, after an investigation found that individuals “intentionally failed” to report documented concerns about Teixeira’s behavior preceding the leaks.According to an Air Force release on Monday, 15 individuals from the ranks of staff sergeant to colonel received punishments ranging from being relieved from their positions to non-judicial punishment under the Uniform Code of Military Justice.The commander of Teixeira’s unit, Col. Sean Riley of the the 102nd Intelligence Wing, was relieved of command, the Air Force said. Commanders of the 102nd Intelligence Support Squadron who had been suspended were “permanently removed.”Teixeira, who served as a cyber systems journeyman with the Massachusetts Air National Guard’s 102nd Intelligence Wing,  has been indicted on six counts of willful retention and ...