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Nearly half of Colorado renters fear losing housing because of costs, new survey finds

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 15:25:36 GMT

Nearly half of Colorado renters surveyed in a recent statewide poll reported anxiety about losing their housing because of increasing rents, part of a broader finding that communities of color and tenants have more housing and economic anxiety than the rest of the state.Coloradans identified the cost of living and housing affordability as their top two concerns this year, according to the annual poll commissioned by the Colorado Health Foundation, and more than 80% of respondents said both were serious problems. Black, Latino and Native Americans in the state were even more worried about housing and the cost of living in Colorado than their white peers, and the survey showed that a majority of middle and lower-income residents and renters were either struggling financially or were just keeping their heads above water.It’s the fourth straight year that the foundation’s poll has identified housing as a leading concern of Coloradans, and the second straight year that housin...

Heat-related illness, deaths loom as temps spike, sending nearly 500 Colorado residents a year to emergency rooms

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 15:25:36 GMT

As hot weather baked Colorado this week and forecasters anticipated hotter days to come, state health authorities warned of heat-related illnesses that increasingly send residents to hospitals.“Heat waves are becoming more common,” Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment officials warn in their latest public guidance on risks of heat exhaustion and stroke. “Heat-related illnesses can damage the brain and other vital organs.”State health authorities recommend that, when temperatures exceed 90 degrees for several days, residents “stay in an air-conditioned area” — difficult for workers whose jobs require outdoor activity and thousands of people living on the streets. Health officials also point to shopping malls, libraries, and other places with AC as options. “Even a few hours in air-conditioning can keep the body cool.”Drink water often, and avoid sugary drinks and alcohol, which lead to loss of body fluid, they advi...

Crews battle brush fire in Laguna Niguel

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 15:25:36 GMT

Crews are battling a brush fire in Laguna Niguel Tuesday afternoon.The blaze was reported just before 1 p.m. near Niguel Road and Ridgeway Avenue, according to the Orange County Fire Authority.Firefighters are attacking the Niguel Fire aggressively on the ground and in the air, and about 4 acres have burned.There were early reports that structures might be threatened in the area, but no evacuation orders are currently in place, the OCFA said. A helicopter makes a water drop on the Niguel Fire in Laguna Niguel on July 18, 2023. (OCFA) Meanwhile, road closures are in place on Beacon Hill and Ridgeway Avenue and officials are asking residents to avoid the area amid the firefight. A care and reception shelter is open at Crown Valley Community Center, 29751 Crown Valley Parkway, officials said. The blaze is burning as Southern California continues to bake during a heat wave that was also expected to bring fire danger.

Woman brutally attacked while gardening at her home in East L.A.; suspect identified

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 15:25:36 GMT

Authorities are asking the public for help Tuesday in their search for a man who assaulted a woman as she was working in her garden in the East Los Angeles area over the weekend.The victim, 67-year-old Rosalina Martinez, was working in her yard in the 1000 block of Fraser Avenue around 6:15 a.m. Saturday when she was approached from behind by the suspect, a spokesperson for the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department said.The suspect, identified Tuesday as 21-year-old Sergio Andrew Garcia, repeatedly punched the victim in the face before pulling down her pants and underwear, the spokesperson said. Rosalina Martinez was attacked in East Los Angeles on July 17, 2023.A neighbor eventually came by and scared the suspect, who initially fled on foot before getting on a "fixie" bicycle that was nearby. Authorities released photos of Garcia and described him as being 5 feet 5 inches tall and weighing 180 pounds. He was wearing a brown sweatshirt, gray shorts, white shoes with red laces, and...

3-year-old shoots, kills 1-year-old sister in Southern California

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 15:25:36 GMT

A 1-year-old girl was shot and killed Monday in the Fallbrook area by her 3-year-old sibling when they got ahold of an unsecured handgun, authorities said.Deputies received a call around 7:30 a.m. about a shooting in the 1100 block of S. Stagecoach Lane, Lt. Joseph Jarjura with the San Diego County Sheriff's Department said in a news release.According to authorities, when law enforcement arrived on the scene they found the 1-year-old with a head injury.Officials confirmed the 3-year-old got ahold of an unsecured gun, and shot the 1-year-old.A 1-year-old girl was shot and killed Monday in the Fallbrook area by her 3-year-old sibling when they got ahold of an unsecured handgun and accidentally shot the infant on July 17, 2023, authorities said. (KSWB)The victim was taken to a hospital but later died due to her injuries despite lifesaving efforts, per the sheriff's department."The Sheriff's Department extends our sympathies to the family and those affected by this death. Sheriff's...

Feds investigate fatal Tesla crash in California

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 15:25:36 GMT

A fatal crash involving a Tesla in California has drawn the attention of federal investigators, who sent a team to the site of the collision in South Lake Tahoe.A Tesla Model 3 and Subaru Impreza collided head-on during the evening of July 5, according to state police, and the driver of the Subaru died a short time later. Local media reports say that an infant that had been traveling in the Tesla died last week.The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has been looking into a string of accidents involving Teslas that are believed to have had automated driving technology installed. Prosecutor: Tesla road rage driver targeted at least 6 motorists, was selling steroids The NHTSA last sent investigators to a March 15 crash in Halifax County, North Carolina, that injured a 17-year-old student. The State Highway Patrol said at the time that the driver of the 2022 Tesla Model Y, a 51-year-old male, failed to stop for the bus, which was displaying all of its activated warning dev...

Frontier Airlines offering flights as low as $29

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 15:25:36 GMT

Frontier Airlines is celebrating its 29th anniversary with special rates for customers, but travelers need to act quickly to get the deal.The customer appreciation sale includes flights as low as $29 for travel through Nov. 15, 2023. Certain blackout dates apply.For an additional $29, travelers can add a bundle that includes a carry-on bag, a checked bag, and the ability to select a seat. There is also a $49 add-on bundle option that includes a refundable ticket. Both options include one free change to your reservation.Customers who purchase "The Perks" during the promotional period will receive double Frontier Miles. Those who purchase "The Works" will receive triple Frontier Miles.To receive the one-time, free flight change, customers must opt-in to choose Flight Flexibility during the booking process. Tickets can be booked online at FlyFrontier.com and must be purchased by 11:59 p.m. ET on Thursday, July 20, 2023, to get the special rate.Frontier enc...

Marilyn Manson strikes plea deal in 'big loogee' case

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 15:25:36 GMT

Marilyn Manson will plead no contest to blowing his nose on a videographer at a 2019 concert in New Hampshire, according to a filing by his attorney.The rocker, whose legal name is Brian Warner, was charged with two misdemeanor counts of simple assault stemming from the encounter at the Bank of New Hampshire Pavilion in Gilford on Aug. 19, 2019.A notice of intent filed Monday says that Manson is expected to plead no contest to only one charge and that prosecutors would dismiss the other in the fully negotiated plea. A no-contest plea means Manson will not contest the charge and does not admit guilt.Manson would face a sentence of a $,1,200 fine with part of it suspended and 20 hours of community service within six months. Manson also would need to remain arrest-free and notify local police of any New Hampshire performances for two years.FILE - Marilyn Manson attends the 9th annual "Home for the Holidays" benefit concert in Los Angeles, on Dec. 10, 2019. (Photo by Richard S...

From Trendsetter to Style Icon: Danny Jelaca Redefining Grooming Standards

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 15:25:36 GMT

In the world of grooming and fashion, where trends emerge and fade away like fleeting whispers, a few extraordinary individuals possess the power to transcend the ephemeral and become true icons. One such luminary is Danny Jelaca, a trailblazing hairstylist and visionary entrepreneur who has set new benchmarks in the grooming world and redefined the notion of what it means to be stylish. With an illustrious career spanning over two decades, Jelaca has captivated the hearts of discerning clients, celebrities, and fashion enthusiasts. In this evocative exploration, we look into the remarkable journey of Danny Jelaca, tracing his trajectory from a trendsetter to a style icon who has left an indelible mark on the grooming landscape.The Art of Masterful GroomingDanny Jelaca’s meteoric rise to prominence lies at the core of his steadfast commitment to masterful grooming. Jelaca weaves a tapestry of beauty and style that transcends mere aesthetics with every snip of scissors and ever...

Dead & Company by the Numbers: Tallying up the amazing totals from final tour

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 15:25:36 GMT

Dead & Company completed its final tour on Sunday, as it wrapped up the last of three sold-out concerts at Oracle Park in San Francisco.In case you need a recap, here is a review of Night 1 and here is our review of Night 2 of the San Francisco run.Now, however, it’s time to look at some of the astounding numbers that the band put up during the final tour (as well as during its career).Number of fans at final tour:The band drew more than 840,000 fans to see this last tour.Tour gross:The Dead & Company tour grossed nearly $115 million during this final run.Unique songs played;The group played an amazing number of different songs during the tour — 112 in total.Number of career tours:This was the band’s 10th tour since debuting in 2015.Number of career shows:The group played 235 shows during its eight-year career.Number of fans at those shows:Gulp! The total is more than 4 million.Unique songs played during those shows:The band played 145 unique songs during i...