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Bulldozers cut down cottonwoods in Barr Lake State Park, raising concerns about bald eagles

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 17:50:39 GMT

Four yellow bulldozers began cutting down cottonwood trees this week in Barr Lake State Park, alarming wildlife researchers in the middle of an annual bird-banding blitz and raising concerns about the eradication of habitat for bald eagles.Bird Conservancy of the Rockies leaders headquartered in the park are pressing Colorado Parks and Wildlife and Farmers Reservoir and Irrigation Company (FRICO) officials to minimize the destruction by sparing as many of the park’s towering 80-year-old cottonwoods as possible.The tree-cutting — with about 20 cottonwoods and other vegetation cleared as of Friday — marks the start of a five-year project that FRICO proposed for public safety and to increase the water-storage capacity of Barr Lake reservoir (30,057-acre-feet) by 1,500 acre-feet, according to a state document.The reservoir holds FRICO water diverted from the South Platte River for irrigating farm fields across northeastern Colorado and supplying municipalities in north...

As NWSL announces 15th team this week, For Denver FC group continues “making tremendous progress” toward formal bid

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 17:50:39 GMT

The wheels of a future professional women’s soccer team in Denver are churning, and there are no signs of slowing down.The National Women’s Soccer League expanded again Tuesday when Boston was announced as the 15th team, and will begin play in 2026. With the news, it kicked off a new wave of anticipation, rumors and clamor about which city should be team No. 16.Denver is in the running as the group “For Denver FC” launched in July ahead of the FIFA Women’s World Cup. The Mile High City is one of the largest markets in the country without a professional women’s sports team.The NWSL will return to two prior markets in Boston and Salt Lake City with the Utah Royals set for play in 2024. The third team, Bay FC, will also start play in 2024 in San Jose, Calif.The Post reached out to the For Denver FC group this week to see where things stand. For Denver FC is publicly led by Lakewood native Jordan Angeli, a former NWSL player and current Colorado Rapids matc...

Rockies blanked by Jameson Taillon, Cubs in fifth consecutive loss, 97th of season

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 17:50:39 GMT

Since they last saw the Rockies 10 days ago at Coors Field, the Cubs have lost their firm footing on a playoff spot, going 2-7 between matchups against a young Colorado team that’s spiraling toward 100 losses.But if the Cubs’ confidence is wavering, it was hard to tell from watching them against the Rockies on Friday afternoon.Jameson Taillon pitched six shutout innings with seven strikeouts, and Seiya Suzuki accounted for four of Chicago’s runs as the Rockies lost 6-0 at Wrigley Field. It was Colorado’s fifth consecutive defeat and 97th of the season, coming off a sweep in San Diego. Nine games remain in 2023, all of which are against playoff teams.The Cubs wouldn’t have been in the playoffs if the season ended Friday morning, but the lopsided series opener vs. Colorado kept them barely above water in the crowded National League wild card hunt with Miami, Arizona, Cincinnati and San Francisco.The Rockies drew seven walks but couldn’t take advanta...

What to know about California's new proposed rules for property insurance

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 17:50:39 GMT

Months after California's home insurance market was rattled by major companies pausing or restricting their coverage, the state's top regulator said Thursday that he would write new rules aimed at persuading insurers to continue doing business in the nation's most populous state.Seven of the 12 largest insurance companies by market share in California have either paused or restricted new policies in the state since last year.Some state lawmakers tried to come up with a bill that would address the issue. But they failed to reach an agreement before the Legislature adjourned for the year last week.Here's a look at what California Insurance Commissioner Ricardo Lara proposed and how it would affect the state's insurance market:WHAT ARE THE RULES FOR INSURANCE COMPANIES?Unlike most states, California heavily regulates its property insurance market.In 1988, California voters approved Proposition 103. It said insurance companies had to get permission from the state Department of Insurance...

New UCLA dorm delayed over size concerns

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 17:50:39 GMT

Proposed low-cost housing at UCLA is being delayed after University of California Regents put the breaks on dorms over concerns that the rooms may be too small, the Los Angeles Times reported.The new dorm was expected to be available to students by 2026, but officials deferred a vote on the budget and design, citing concerns over impact on student mental health, the newspaper reported. As a result, the regents asked for additional research and student feedback on the proposed dorms.Gayley Towers, seen here on Sept. 22, 2023, is the proposed site for new low-cost housing for UCLA students. (KTLA) The project included renovating the existing Gayley Towers at 565 Gayley Ave. in Westwood and was to include co-living-style units with shared kitchens and community bathrooms.The proposal for a room is 265 square feet for three beds, desks, closets, storage space and a refrigerator, the Times reported. During a meeting this week, regents determined there are still many questions remaining a...

Gregorio Arreaga Dead after Vehicle Collision on Sweetwater Road [National City, CA]

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 17:50:39 GMT

Tragic Vehicle Collision Claims Life of 49-Year-Old DriverNATIONAL CITY, CA (September 22, 2023) – A heart-wrenching collision in a park-and-ride lot resulted in the untimely passing of Gregorio Arreaga on a Sunday afternoon.The incident unfolded on September 17th, just prior to 5:00 p.m., within the confines of the 2300 block of Sweetwater Road.According to eyewitness accounts, Gregorio Arreaga, aged 49, was positioned in the bed of a pickup truck parked at a commuter parking lot when another vehicle collided with the truck. The force of the impact propelled Arreaga out of the truck bed, causing him to land beneath another parked vehicle within the lot.Swiftly responding to the scene, emergency response teams attended to Arreaga and promptly transported him to Scripps Mercy Hospital for medical care.Despite the tireless efforts of medical professionals, Arreaga’s condition deteriorated, and tragically, he succumbed to his injuries. Officials confirmed his passing on Tue...

Anthony Jurcan Dead after Floatplane Crash on Lake Sammamish [Bellevue, WA]

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 17:50:39 GMT

Tragic Floatplane Crash Claims Life of Pilot on Lake SammamishBELLEVUE, WA (September 22, 2023) – A devastating floatplane crash on Lake Sammamish last Friday morning resulted in the tragic loss of pilot Anthony Jurcan.The incident unfolded on September 15th, just after 11:10 a.m., over the serene waters of Lake Sammamish.According to eyewitness accounts, Anthony Jurcan was piloting a single-engine Seawind 3000 with his son on board when the aircraft experienced engine failure. Onlookers described how the plane fluctuated in altitude before ultimately making a harrowing descent into the lake.Following the crash, a courageous Good Samaritan leaped into action, diving into the water to rescue the distressed occupants of the ill-fated plane. He managed to bring them safely to the shore, where another bystander administered life-saving CPR to Jurcan’s son, successfully reviving him.Emergency response teams quickly arrived at the scene, transporting the young survivor to a lo...

One Killed in Two-Vehicle Collision on 405 Freeway [Los Angeles, CA]

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 17:50:39 GMT

Two-Vehicle Collision on 405 Freeway near North Mulholland Drive in Los AngelesLOS ANGELES, CA (September 22, 2023) – Tragedy struck early Thursday morning when a collision between two vehicles on the 405 Freeway resulted in the loss of a life.Law enforcement swiftly responded to the incident, which occurred at approximately 4:30 a.m. on the southbound lanes of the 405 Freeway near North Mulholland Drive in the Sepulveda Pass.Upon arrival at the scene, authorities discovered that a 1969 Volkswagen Beetle had collided with a large big rig truck. Both vehicles suffered extensive damage and came to a rest at the side of the freeway.Regrettably, one of the individuals involved sustained fatal injuries and tragically succumbed to those injuries at the crash site.The identity of the deceased will be disclosed to the public once their next of kin has been notified by the Los Angeles County Coroner’s Office.In response to the incident, the California Highway Patrol (CHP) impleme...

Pedestrian Hurt in Multi-Vehicle Collision on Wilshire Boulevard [Santa Monica, CA]

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 17:50:39 GMT

Injury Reported Following Multi-Vehicle Collision on Wilshire Boulevard near 14th StreetSANTA MONICA, CA (September 22, 2023) – Wednesday afternoon saw a multi-vehicle collision on Wilshire Boulevard resulting in at least one person sustaining injuries.Authorities swiftly responded to the incident, which occurred around 4:30 p.m. near the junction of Wilshire Boulevard and 14th Street.Preliminary investigations indicate that one vehicle disregarded a red traffic signal at the intersection, leading to a collision with a second vehicle. The impact caused the second vehicle to lose control, ultimately striking a nearby pedestrian.Emergency medical personnel promptly attended to the injured pedestrian, believed to be an elderly adult, and promptly transported them to a local hospital for treatment. The extent of their injuries remains undisclosed at this time.In response to the accident, the Santa Monica Police Department temporarily closed the westbound lanes of Wilshire Boulevar...

Suspect arrested in brutal 1987 rape, murder of 6-year-old Vallejo boy

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 17:50:39 GMT

VALLEJO — More than 36 years after 6-year-old Jeremy Stoner was sexually assaulted strangled after disappearing from a relative’s Vallejo home, an Oregon resident has been arrested and charged with murder.Fred Mario Cain III, 69, was charged Sept. 18 with one count of murdering Jeremy on Feb. 21, 1987. Authorities say Cain is a former resident of Martinez with prior arrests on suspicion of rape, who was identified through a DNA match, prosecutors announced Friday.Cain was arrested in Oregon and has been transferred to Solano County jail to face charges. The case was solved not through a cold DNA hit, but investigative work that led to Cain being identified as a person of interest and cleared the way for authorities to obtain a sample of his DNA, authorities said.Check back for updates