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2 paramedics accused in Elijah McClain's death testify in court 

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 16:12:28 GMT

ADMAS COUNTY, Colo. (KDVR) — Both paramedics charged in the death of Elijah McClain testified in their own defense Monday.Peter Cichuniec and Jeremy Cooper are both being tried on counts of reckless manslaughter and other charges. They told jurors when they arrived on the scene that night in 2019, Elijah McClain was in handcuffs but resisting officers. Aurora paramedics trained for 'excited delirium'They said they witnessed agitated behavior as officers dealt with McClain, and they followed agitated patient "excited delirium" protocols, which at the time called for the use of ketamine for de-escalation. Dosing is based on weight."You have no memory of having a conversation about how much Mr. McClain weighed?" the attorney asked."That is correct," Cooper responded. FOX31 Newsletters: Sign up to get breaking news sent to your inbox Cooper and Cichuniec say they agreed on a dose of 500 mg, and Cooper administered it."But under your estimate of Mr. McClain's weight, the appropriate do...

Denver partners with Archdiocese, uses Mullen Home for migrant housing

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 16:12:28 GMT

DENVER (KDVR) -- As Denver continues to shelter and receive hundreds of migrants each week, the city council unanimously approved a contract with the Archdiocese of Denver to open new, temporary housing options for migrant families.According to a release from the city, 32,430 migrants have been received from the southern border at a cost of more than $35 million. Currently, 3,656 people are being sheltered, the city said. How you can help migrants in Denver The space will be provided in the Mullen Home, 3629 W. 29th Ave., which has been part of a plan to become senior housing through the Archdiocese of Denver.The one-year lease agreement will provide about 30 rooms for families, with the potential for more rooms later. The city is working to ensure this shelter has community-based organizations and providers to manage the site and provide services and navigation support.The expectation is families will leave the temporary housing within 90 days after obtaining permanent housing op...

Lime scooter ridership jumped 65% for Taylor Swift's visit to Denver

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 16:12:28 GMT

DENVER (KDVR) -- Ridership on Lime e-scooters and e-bikes increased 25% in 2023, with the biggest spike coming when Taylor Swift came to the Mile High City.Ridership in general increased by 65% during the nights of the two Eras Tour stops in Denver, according to Lime. New riders jumped as high as 150% compared to the week before. What are the rules for electric scooters in Denver? There were over 3.5 million rides in Denver in 2023, which Lime said was the company's best year so far in the city.Since 2017, over 10.5 million trips have been taken on Lime vehicles in Denver. The company estimated that this kept an estimated 2.5 million car trips off the road.

Captain in state correctional facility recognized for outstanding service

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 16:12:28 GMT

DENVER (KDVR) - The Denver Women’s Correctional Facility is home to 798 inmates. From crimes against property to crimes against people, women who have been convicted in a court of law call this place home.Captain Dan Davis calls this place his vocation. Denver Police officer recognized for going beyond the call of duty “I was looking for an introduction into law enforcement, and at that time the two agencies that were hiring most and reaching out were the Department of Corrections and the Denver Sheriff’s Department,“ said Davis.Davis signed up with the DOC 20 years ago and never looked back.“Intentionally it was meant to be a stepping stone to go to another career," said Davis. "However, I got into it, I fell in love with the business.“ Davis started with the emergency response team and became the commander of that unit for 13 years. “The lure of not any day being the same, you know, I was a use of force specialist," said Davis. "Eventually, I went on to become one of the master...

Judge in Elijah McClain case tightens media coverage rules

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 16:12:28 GMT

DENVER (KDVR) — A judge has changed the media coverage rules for the trial of two Aurora paramedics charged in the 2019 death of Elijah McClain.Cameras, recording devices, interviews and interview requests are now prohibited in the fourth-floor hallway of the Adams County Justice Center, where the trial is entering week four. Boulder police shoot, kill woman carrying replica gun The change comes after a reporter approached a juror while they were shopping and asked for an interview after the trial, according to a Colorado Judicial Branch spokesperson. A reporter also was trying to get interviews with the defendants in the hallway outside the courtroom.Such actions are "a direct invitation for the juror to ignore the court's repeated order not to speak to anyone about the case and an invitation for contempt proceedings," District Judge Mark D. Warner wrote in an amended decorum order on Monday."More importantly, there is always a danger that media contacts with parties, jurors or w...

BSO search for missing 14-year-old girl in Weston

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 16:12:28 GMT

Deputies are seeking the public’s help in finding a missing 14-year-old girl in Weston. Jayde Billie was last seen at a Dunkin’, located at 2575 North Glades Circle, at around 3 p.m., Monday.She was last seen wearing a Sagemont uniform, a black skirt and jacket.Billie stands at 5 feet, 5 inches tall, has red/black hair and a nose ring. Anyone with information on her whereabouts is urged to contact the Broward Sheriff’s Office.

Pop singer Tiffany releases Christmas single, announces upcoming tour

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 16:12:28 GMT

Pop star Tiffany is sending out music for the holiday season with a Christmas single.She also has a lot of projects on the way, including a book and tour plans.We spoke with Tiffany about all of it.Pop singer Tiffany is sending season greetings with her new Christmas single, “Angels All Around.”Tiffany: “I wanted to really write something that would stay with you throughout, just the season, but, throughout the year. Something that you could reflect back on because, I think, Christmas time and the holidays, for me at least, they do that for me. I think about my grandma, all my family members that passed away. I’m the memory holder, so, you know, it’s very sentimental time for me and writing, ‘Angels all around,’ this single, the new single, we wrote that actually last year and that was during covid. People were reaching out to me, all my fans, friends. I was struggling. Of course, we all were.”She’s also giving the gift of a deco...

Emmy Squared Pizza opens new spot in Fort Lauderdale, bringing Detroit-style twist to South Florida

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 16:12:28 GMT

Let’s face it — when it comes to comfort food, pizza and cheeseburgers are some of the bestIf we told you there’s a brand new place in town serving up excellent versions of both, you’d be happy, right?Then prepare to be ecstatic, because Emmy Squared has finally arrived in South Florida. It’s new in town!Don’t be frightened. Dinosaurs are only part of the charm at Fort Lauderdale’s Emmy Squared pizzaKarin Salinas, Emmy winner: “Emmy squared is our neighborhood restaurant that brings a combination of delectable crave-able flavors in a fun light casual atmosphere”Their claim to fame is a four-cornered foodie fantasy.Karin Salinas: “So we are a Detroit-style pizza and Detroit-style the signature Detroit-style pizza is in a square pan”The shape isn’t the only way to recognize this motor city marvel. First of all, there’s the free-co crustKarin Salinas: “Which is sort of that fried cheese crust that we se...

Cleanup underway after deadly storm topples trees, knocks out power, floods roads around New England

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 16:12:28 GMT

Cleanup efforts were underway Monday night after heavy rain and strong winds flooded roads and sent trees crashing onto homes, cars and utility infrastructure around New England.Conditions deteriorated overnight leading into Monday morning. By the time the storm left the area late Monday afternoon, one person was dead after a tree fell on a camper and Hanover and thousands of others remained in the dark.“We know the timing of this storm is terrible as people are trying to enjoy time off or prepare for the Christmas holiday,” said Eversource President of Regional Electric Operations Craig Hallstrom in a statement shortly before 3 p.m.“…[O]ur employees are committed to working around-the-clock until all of our customers affected by this storm have their power back,” he later continued.Local wind gusts peaked at 90 miles-per-hour on Great Blue Hill in Milton. Elsewhere, Boston, Nantucket, Norwood and North Weymouth recorded gusts over 60 miles-per-hour. The storm also droppe...

Sandra Day O’Connor honored as a trailblazer

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 16:12:28 GMT

WASHINGTON — Justice Sandra Day O’Connor, the first woman to serve on the U.S. Supreme Court, was remembered Monday as a trailblazer who never lost sight of how the high court’s decisions affected all Americans.O’Connor, an Arizona native who was an unwavering voice of moderate conservatism for more than two decades, died Dec. 1 at age 93. Mourners at the court on Monday included Vice President Kamala Harris, the first woman to serve in her role, and her husband Doug Emhoff.Supreme Court Justice Sonia Sotomayor spoke at a private ceremony that included the nine justices and retired Justice Anthony Kennedy, as well as O’Connor’s family and court colleagues.“She would often say, ‘It was good to be the first, but I don’t want to be the last,'” Sotomayor said of O’Connor’s distinction as the first woman. She lived to see a record four women serving on the high court.“For the four us, and for so many others of every ...