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Forecast calls for 108? Phoenix will take it, as record-breaking heat expected to end

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:13:11 GMT

PHOENIX (AP) — A hellish and historic 31-day run of temperatures cracking 110 degrees (43 degrees Celsius) in Phoenix appeared headed for a welcome end on Monday, as monsoon rains moved through the region from Mexico.The relief wasn’t all that great — the day’s highs were forecast near 108 degrees, or about 42 Celsius — and the heat was expected to rise past 110 again later in the week. But residents and visitors were taking what they could get.“It’s not going to last more than a couple of days, but I’m enjoying this break,” said Christine Bertaux, 76, who was cooling off Monday at a downtown day center for older people who are homeless.“It has been REALLY hot here!” said Jeffrey Sharpe, of Kenosha, Wisconsin, who was in town for a long weekend that on Monday included watching his son’s poodles frolic in a grassy dog park. “But today it was about 85 degrees, more like Wisconsin.”High heat blasted much of the Southwest all through July, ranging from West Texas...

Dani Alves set to be indicted in sexual assault case in Spain

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:13:11 GMT

MADRID (AP) — A judge has decided to indict Dani Alves following an investigation into sexual assault accusations against the Brazilian soccer player, a Spanish court said Monday.The judge concluded the investigation and found evidence of wrongdoing by Alves, who has been in custody since January on accusations he sexually assaulted a woman at a nightclub in Barcelona on Dec. 30.Alves will be formally indicted after being informed of the judge’s decision in court on Wednesday. Prosecutors will then specify the charges, and a trial date will be set for later this year or early in 2024.The former Barcelona defender has denied wrongdoing and said that sex with the accuser was consensual. His lawyers did not immediately respond a request for comment on Monday.Alves is expected to remain in jail awaiting the trial. His bail requests have been denied because he is considered a flight risk. The player had offered to turn in his passports and wear a tracking device.A judge ordered Alv...

Police were calling owner to shut down party when gunfire killed 1, wounded 17, chief says

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:13:11 GMT

MUNCIE, Ind. (AP) — A shooting that left one person dead and 17 others wounded early Sunday in a central Indiana city unfolded at an outdoor party attended by hundreds of revelers as police were calling the venue’s owner to shut down the gathering, authorities said Monday.Muncie Police Chief Nathan Sloan said no arrests have been made in the shooting, which killed 30-year-old Joseph E. Bonner III, whom the chief said was among those attending the large party in the city about 60 miles (100 kilometers) northeast of Indianapolis.Sloan said police were aware that the owner of a business that periodically rents out space for events was hosting a block party that got “out of control,” with between 500 and up to 1,000 in attendance. Photos of the scene showed police tags marking what appeared to be dozens of bullets on the street.Sloan said police were not at the scene at the time of the shooting just after 1 a.m. Sunday, but they were trying to get the business owner to end the party.“We...

Discovery of a whale carcass in Hong Kong sparks anger over the possible damage done by sightseers

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:13:11 GMT

HONG KONG (AP) — The discovery of a whale carcass in Hong Kong waters Monday sparked an outpouring of grief on social media, with many comments blaming the mammal’s death on sightseers. Many residents speculated that the dead mammal was the same whale that had been attracting groups of sightseers since it was first spotted in the city’s waters in mid-July. Compass Chan, scientific officer of Ocean Park Conservation Foundation Hong Kong, didn’t confirm whether it was the same whale. But he said an initial check of the dead whale found a new wound on its back, in addition to two old wounds. “It’s a pity,” Chan said at a media briefing. “I think it’s a good opportunity for everyone to think seriously about how we should get along with other species in nature.”The whale’s cause of death would have to be confirmed by a necropsy, he said.The carcass was in found in the waters in Sai Kung — a district known for its hiking trails, beaches and islands. Man...

Federal officials are investigating a close call between an airliner and a private jet over Florida

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:13:11 GMT

WASHINGTON (AP) — Federal officials said Monday they are investigating a recent close call between an Allegiant Air plane and a private jet in which pilots of both aircraft received collision-threat warnings and took evasive action.The Federal Aviation Administration said the incident happened July 23 near Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport in Florida. It’s the latest in a series of close calls that led the FAA to convene a special safety summit earlier this year.The FAA said an air traffic controller in Miami told the crew of Allegiant flight 485 that had taken off from Fort Lauderdale to turn east at 23,000 feet, and it crossed in front of a Gulfstream business jet that was heading north.Pilots of the Allegiant Airbus A320 took evasive action after getting an automated alert about another aircraft at the same altitude. The pilot of the Gulfstream jet got a similar warning and also took evasive action. The Allegiant plane returned to the Fort Lauderdale airport, and a ...

Biden decides to keep Space Command in Colorado, officials tell AP

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:13:11 GMT

WASHINGTON (AP) — President Joe Biden has decided to keep U.S. Space Command headquarters in Colorado, overturning a last-ditch decision by the Trump administration to move it to Alabama and ending months of politically fueled debate, according to senior U.S. officials.The officials said Biden was convinced by the head of Space Command, Gen. James Dickinson, who argued that moving his headquarters now would jeopardize military readiness. Dickinson's view, however, was in contrast to Air Force leadership, who studied the issue at length and determined that relocating to Huntsville, Alabama, was the right move. These new laws are going into effect in August The officials spoke on condition of anonymity to discuss the decision ahead of the announcement.The president, they said, believes that keeping the command in Colorado Springs would avoid a disruption in readiness that the move would cause, particularly as the U.S. races to compete with China in space. And they said Biden firmly ...

These new laws are going into effect in August

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:13:11 GMT

DENVER (KDVR) -- It's always good to know about new laws, and on Aug. 7, hundreds of laws passed in the spring are going into effect.Most of them are procedural and won't directly affect many Coloradans, but there are a few that will. FOX31 wrote about some of the most important in detail, but in case you missed it, we compiled a list.What laws are going into effect?A small summary of some of the new laws is listed below. For more details, you can follow the links.New uses for paid sick leaveThe law adds two new ways that Coloradans can use their state-required paid sick leave.Updates to the "move over, slow down" lawWith this new law, Coloradans will need to move over or slow down for vehicles with hazard lights on the side of the road.Online marijuana salesThe new law allows dispensaries to sell products online for pickup in-store.New protections for rentersTwo new laws. One deals with new protections, especially for prospective tenants, including a new cap on income requirements ...

5 places to watch the supermoon in Denver

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:13:11 GMT

DENVER (KDVR) -- There will be two supermoons in August, with the first one peaking on Tuesday at 12:31 p.m. Check out some of Denver's prime stargazing spots to catch the best view of the moon.A supermoon is exactly what it sounds like: a larger-looking moon. It occurs on a full moon when the moon is closer than usual to the Earth. While it peaks in the afternoon, you'll be able to see the supermoon at night. Here are a few places the moon will look extra astonishing.1. Cheesman ParkCheeseman Park is one of the more open spots in Denver. It's also a park where you can see the mountains, which will give the supermoon an aesthetic backdrop. While it's in the city, you'll still be able to see the supermoon. 2. Observatory ParkThe University of Denver has a historic observatory, but it's not open on weekdays. However, the park that the observatory is in is open on Tuesdays. There's a grassy opening cleared of trees, which will give you an open view of the moon. The next 3 meteor sho...

Pembroke Pines pregnant woman arrested after allegedly attempting to terminate pregnancy and stabbing child’s father

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:13:11 GMT

A disturbing domestic disturbance turned violent on Sunday, July 30, as the Pembroke Pines Police Department responded to a distress call at a residence located in the area of NW 88 Avenue & NW 8th Street. The incident involved 24-year-old Debra Elena Whiteman, who is 39-weeks pregnant and reportedly attempted to terminate her pregnancy over the past two to three months using pills, alcohol and self-inflicted harm to her stomach.The situation escalated further when an argument erupted between Whiteman and the child’s father, regarding her actions. In a shocking turn of events, Whiteman allegedly stabbed him while he was asleep in his bedroom. A family member intervened and disarmed the suspect before contacting the police.Emergency medical services rushed to the scene and promptly transported the man to a nearby hospital for treatment of non-life-threatening injuries sustained during the attack.Debra Elena Whiteman was subsequently taken into custody by the authorities and...

Couple married for 66 years renews vows while hospitalized: ‘It’s love at its purest’

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:13:11 GMT

OXNARD, California (KABC) — A Southern California couple married for 66 years recently renewed their vows in an unexpected place and they wouldn’t have had it any other way.Jesse Cirino and his wife Marylou met at the University of Arizona and the rest is history.The couple, who are now in their 90s, raised four daughters, making Jesse a proud girl dad. Their love has always remained rock solid, even through the toughest of times.“She’s kind, caring, understanding,” said Jesse about his wife. “We’ve had our ups and downs, but that’s what makes a marriage last a long time.”Recently, Jesse had to be hospitalized at St. John’s Medical Center in Oxnard for several weeks with a cardiac issue. Marylou was admitted not long after due to severe abdominal pain and other health issues.It didn’t take long for hospital staff to realize the two were inseparable.In fact, the day after Marylou was admitted, the staff began wheeling ...