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Maine governor expands access to abortion later in pregnancy

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:49:51 GMT

AUGUSTA, Maine (AP) — Democratic Gov. Janet Mills signed a bill into law Wednesday that expands access to abortions later in pregnancy in Maine, joining a half-dozen states that leave it to doctors and patients to make the decision without restrictions on timing.The new law allows abortions at any time if deemed medically necessary by a doctor, making the law one of the nation’s least restrictive. The old law banned abortions after a fetus becomes viable outside the womb, at roughly 24 weeks, but allowed an exception if the patient’s life is at risk. Mills said during her reelection campaign that the old law didn’t need to be changed. But she reversed course after learning of a Maine veterinarian who had to travel to Colorado for an abortion after learning at week 32 of her pregnancy that her unborn son had a fatal condition that would not allow him to survive.The veterinarian, Dana Peirce, was present at the bill signing, standing behind the lectern alongside medical pr...

The British Open is not ruling out Saudi funding

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:49:51 GMT

HOYLAKE, England (AP) — The R&A is not ruling out taking money from Saudi Arabia’s national wealth fund as prize money in golf keeps increasing to the point CEO Martin Slumbers thinks the sport will have to reassess its business model.The R&A runs the British Open, where the prize fund of $16.5 million this year is slightly double more than it was 10 years ago. The Open still has the smallest purse of the four majors.The Public Investment Fund already is the primary source of money for LIV Golf, which offers $25 million in prize money at each tournament. The PGA Tour and European Tour last month reached an agreement with the PIF to pool commercial business and rights.According to a PGA Tour official at last week’s Senate hearing, PIF is expected to contribute more than $1 billion to the new partnership.Is the R&A next?“We have a number of large corporate partners that help us make this thing happen,” Slumbers said Wednesday. “I think the world has changed in the la...

He dedicated his life to exploring the Titanic. Now the owners of the salvage rights will honor him

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:49:51 GMT

The company that owns the salvage rights to the wreck of the Titanic is holding a virtual memorial for one of the world’s foremost experts about the ship a month after he died with four others in a submersible explosion.Paul-Henri Nargeolet, 77, died when the Titan submersible descended into deep North Atlantic waters on June 18 to explore the Titanic — something Nargeolet had done dozens of times before. Investigators believe the submersible, owned by a private company, imploded during the descent, killing everyone aboard.Nargeolet was the director of underwater research for RMS Titanic Inc., an Atlanta-based company that owns the salvage rights for the world’s most famous shipwreck. The company said in a social media post that it’s holding a memorial service for Nargeolet that will be streamed publicly around the world on Wednesday.RMS Titanic Inc. said the memorial will “provide an outlet for the world-wide Titanic and oceanographic communities to remember our c...

Man dies after falling at Castle Rock park

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:49:51 GMT

DENVER (KDVR) — A man died after witnesses say he fell while climbing at Rock Park in Castle Rock.The Town of Castle Rock said fire rescue crews were called to the park at 8 p.m. Tuesday.Witnesses at the Rock Park told crews they saw a man fall while climbing. Castle Rock Fire and Rescue located the man who had died from his injuries.Castle Rock police are investigating. It is not known what factors led to the man's fall. Mysterious sounds in ceiling likely uninvited guests terrifying renter According to the Town of Castle Rock Parks and Recreation, visitors can climb the historic landmark from which the town gets its namesake. Hikers can use a looped, single-track trial to reach the base of the rock and see panoramic views of downtown Castle Rock.Parks and recreation does warn visitors to be cautious as the trail has uneven terrain. While the climb is short it is steep. Visitors should also watch for the possibility of falling rocks and rockslides.

DougCo recovers $20K in cash stolen during scam

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:49:51 GMT

DENVER (KDVR) — Thanks to the quick actions of a Douglas County Sheriff's Office technician, $20,000 was returned to an older resident who fell victim to a scam that nearly took their life savings.DCSO received a call from the resident, who said they mailed $20,000 in cash to a suspicious person. Boulder police rescue pug from stolen vehicle  Technician Dea Aragon immediately reached out to Douglas County's contacts within the shipping industry to try and intercept the funds before they were delivered, according to the sheriff's office. DCSO said Aragon successfully recovered the full amount and ensured the victim did not suffer any financial loss.“The good Lord rides on my shoulder, and that’s why I got my money back, and I’m very lucky Dea was there to help me. She went above and beyond to help me. She made me feel comfortable, and she followed up with me. I want to warn others don’t answer your phone if you don’t know who it is. And if you do get into a situation like this, cal...

How homelessness in Denver compares to other cities

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:49:51 GMT

DENVER (KDVR) -- Denver is the latest among U.S. cities with the nation's worst homelessness issues to declare a state of emergency.Newly sworn-in Mayor Mike Johnston declared an emergency over homelessness in Denver, and he said he has a plan to house 1,000 people by the end of the year. He made the announcement in a Tuesday morning news conference, just shy of 24 hours after his inauguration. On Monday, he will activate the city’s Emergency Operation Center and Joint Information Center as part of the response. Mayor Mike Johnston declares emergency over homelessness in Denver Denver is the most recent to make such a declaration. Mayors in Los Angeles, Long Beach, Seattle and Portland, among others, have declared emergencies over their cities' homelessness problems, which stand above the rest of the nation's cities.Metropolitan Denver has the nation's 10th-most homeless people, according to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development. In 2022, the Denver metro ...

Boulder deputy rescues pug from stolen vehicle 

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:49:51 GMT

DENVER (KDVR) -- On Monday, a Boulder deputy saved an adorable pug from a stolen vehicle. Deputy Black fostered the pup in his patrol car until the dog was reunited with his family.  The rescue mission came with some mischievous complications. While Black was on dog watch, the little guy hit the emergency button on Black’s mobile computer and turned off the radio so the deputy couldn’t hear the status checks.   Pug rescued from 130-degree car at Denver Zoo During the play date, the doggy even got his head stuck in between the seats with his butt straight up in the air. The incident caused the vehicle to get a little stinky, which is when the puppy coined the nickname “Pungent Pugs,” the Boulder County Sheriff’s Office said in a Facebook post. He smiled for a picture with Black as a playful thank you. The loveable picture ended up on the Boulder County Sheriff’s Office’s social media.  After wreaking havoc on Deputy Black’s patrol vehicle and prov...

4 dogs dead after home in West Park catches on fire

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:49:51 GMT

A home in West Park went up in flames. Broward Sheriff Fire Rescue responded to the area of Southwest 36th Court and 56th Avenue at around 7 p.m., Tuesday.The homeowners called 911 after they returned back and saw their house on fire. The flames were out before firefighters arrived, but four dogs did not survive.No other injuries were reported. Officials said the fire started in the kitchen.

2 Miami men citied for possession of undersized fish Florida Keys

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:49:51 GMT

Two Miami men were cited for possession of undersized fish in the Florida Keys. Kley Andis Ramirez Aguilar, 29, and Dixon Avila Almaguer, 28, received mandatory court citations from the Monroe County Sheriff’s office on Tuesday after being caught in possession of illegal fish.Upper Keys Deputy Jason Farr conducted a routine resource check at Saunders Creek Bridge on Card Sound Road around 6:30 p.m. During the inspection, Deputy Farr discovered four undersized mangrove snapper and one undersized schoolmaster snapper in the possession of the two men.As per regulations and conservation laws, the possession of undersized fish is strictly prohibited to protect the marine ecosystem and maintain sustainable fishing practices in the region.Aguilar and Almaguer were both issued citations to appear in court, where they will face potential penalties for their violation.

Passenger arrested at Miami International Airport after making false bomb threat during dispute

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:49:51 GMT

A man was arrested after making a false bomb threat at Miami International Airport. Rodrigo Prado Bernardi Martins, a 44-year-old male passenger, was taken into custody at Miami International Airport Tuesday evening following an incident at Gate D-28. Martins was traveling on American Airlines Flight 929 bound for Brazil when a dispute arose between him and an American Airlines gate agent.According to witnesses, the gate agent informed Martins that he needed to check his carry-on luggage due to the lack of available overhead space in the cabin. An argument ensued between the two, during which Martins requested a lock to secure his luggage. The gate agent clarified that locks were not provided and reiterated the requirement to check all carry-on items. It was at this point that Martins allegedly made a statement to the agent, claiming that he had a bomb inside his carry-on.Fearing the potential threat, the gate agent immediately contacted the police, leading to the prompt detainment ...