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Apartments next to Lakewood’s Belmar Park face backlash, but city leaders take no action

Published Thu, 06 Feb 2025 12:26:47 GMT

Lakewood City Council spent nearly four hours Monday night listening to members of the public and then debating what, if anything, to do about a proposed apartment complex adjacent to a city park.The process clearly exasperated some council members.“This is a do-nothing council … this council is horrible,” Councilman Rich Olver said at one point.“I won’t sit idly by and take that from someone who didn’t show up at the annual planning meeting until midway in, someone who does not participate,” Councilwoman Barb Franks responded.The exchange relates to 4.5 acres at 777 S. Yarrow St., where San Antonio-based developer Kairoi Residential wants to build a 412-unit apartment project with over 500 parking spaces. The company purchased the site with CT Corp. in 2021 for $6 million.The property houses a large parking lot and vacant office building. Tucked a block away from Wadsworth Boulevard, it backs into, but is not part of, the 132-acre Belmar Park. It offers direct access to the park’s ...

Colorado football: Buffs focus on positives ahead of matchup with UCLA

Published Thu, 06 Feb 2025 12:26:47 GMT

Colorado knows it let a golden opportunity slip away the last time it played a football game.As the Buffaloes (4-3, 1-3 Pac-12) prepare for a matchup at No. 23 UCLA (5-2, 2-2) on Saturday (5:30 p.m. MT, ABC), they haven’t forgotten the disappointment of their last performance. The best and worst of the Buffs were on display during a 46-43 double overtime loss to Stanford on Oct. 13, and they are aiming to learn from that disappointment.“A hard, hard, tough loss at home against Stanford,” tight ends coach Tim Brewster said Wednesday. “And, hopefully, we’ve learned some really good lessons. I think the bottom line is this: still understanding how you have to play 60 minutes in a football game.”Related Articles Football: CU Buffs begin post-bye stretch run CU Buffs coach Deion Sanders on sign-stealing in college football: “Everyone’s trying to get an edge” CU Buffs announce Oregon State game time, channel AP co...

8 Colorado high school football games to watch in Week 10

Published Thu, 06 Feb 2025 12:26:47 GMT

CLASS 5AEaglecrest (7-2) vs. No. 3 Arapahoe (7-2)When/where: 7 p.m. Thursday at LPS StadiumLast meeting: Arapahoe 38, at Eaglecrest 0, Oct. 28, 2022Two teams enter their season finale in two different states of mind. On one hand is Arapahoe, which is a week removed from taking a lead into the fourth quarter against Cherry Creek — a game the Bruins eventually won. On the other hand is Eaglecrest, which gets an opportunity for the marquee win it narrowly missed out on in a 39-32 Week 6 loss at Grandview, and could seriously improve its CHSAA RPI with a win. Can the Warriors avoid a letdown now that their Centennial League title hopes are done?No. 1 Cherry Creek (9-0) vs. Grandview (6-3)When/where: 7 p.m. Friday at Legacy StadiumLast meeting: Grandview 24, at Cherry Creek 21, Oct. 28, 2022The Bruins are a win away from going 5-0 in Centennial League play for the first time since 2020. All that’s standing in their way is the last team to beat them: Grandview. Quarterback Lia...

Video shows driver robbed on L.A. freeway after 'intentional' crash

Published Thu, 06 Feb 2025 12:26:47 GMT

In one of the more shocking robberies captured on video in Los Angeles in recent years, a driver was intentionally hit and then robbed by a group of thieves along the 10 Freeway, according to the California Highway Patrol.A video shared on Citizen shows the scene unfolding on the shoulder of eastbound I-10 just west of Arlington Avenue on Tuesday afternoon.Video shared on Citizen shows a group of thieves rob the driver of an Alfa Romeo after a collision on the 10 Freeway in Los Angeles. Oct. 24, 2023. (Citizen)According to CHP, a black Dodge Caravan deliberately crashed into a black Alfa Romeo sedan. A Ford Mustang was also hit.With the Alfa Romeo disabled on the side of the freeway, video recorded by a driver shows four men wearing dark clothing and masks jump out of the Caravan and swarm the sedan, grabbing items from inside.The victim was on his knees with his hands raised as steam billowed from the engine of his badly damaged luxury car.Video shared on Citizen shows a group of t...

Los Angeles Rams announce birth of head coach McVay's son

Published Thu, 06 Feb 2025 12:26:47 GMT

The Los Angeles Rams welcomed a new member to the family this week.On Wednesday, the team announced that Veronika Khomyn, the wife of head coach Sean McVay, gave birth to a baby boy.Jordan John McVay was born Tuesday to the first-time parents. The birth was announced by the team in the form of a boilerplate roster transaction on the team's social media pages."LA Rams Transactions: Delivered Jordan John McVay," the team wrote on X, formerly Twitter.The couple gave their baby the middle name John in honor McVay's grandfather who died nearly one year to the day of delivery."His original due date was, kind of eerie how things worked out, his original due date was when my grandfather passed a year ago on the 31st, which is pretty special," McVay said during a press conference Wednesday.McVay said his grandfather had a major influence on his life and had a special relationship with his wife. Bestowing his name on his first child "was only appropriate," McVay said."His legacy lives on and ...

Bat infected with rabies found in Orange County

Published Thu, 06 Feb 2025 12:26:47 GMT

A bat found near the Irvine Regional Park in Orange County has tested positive for rabies, officials with the Orange County Health Care Agency announced Wednesday.The bat was found east of parking lot W at the community park on 1 Irvine Park Road in Orange on Oct. 21 at about 2 p.m.Rabies can be found in an animal’s saliva and transmitted to people if the infected animal bites them. Humans can also get the virus if silva from an infected animal contacts one’s eyes, mouth, or an open wound., a news release said. The pallid bat is California’s newest state symbol: Here’s what makes it special The first symptoms of rabies are similar to the flu and can include weakness, discomfort, fever, or headaches, according to the Centers for Disease Control.Discomfort, itching, or prickling may also occur near the bite site. Symptoms can also progress to cerebral dysfunction, anxiety, confusion, and agitation.Anyone who may have had physical contact with the bat or knows someone who has is enco...

EDNA: Unlocking the Power of Your Genetic Code

Published Thu, 06 Feb 2025 12:26:47 GMT

In recent years, there has been a lot of buzz surrounding genetic testing and whole genome sequencing as scientists continue to use these tools to collect the necessary data for medical breakthroughs and individualized healthcare. With so much information to be gathered, EDNA, Inc. offers groundbreaking solutions that empower individuals with their own genetic information. At the heart of their product suite is “DNA Advantage,” a game-changing platform that provides consumers with comprehensive genome sequencing and enables them to leverage the true value of their genetic data.EDNA’s DNA Advantage is a comprehensive solution comprised of sub-products, among which “Avalon” takes center stage. This cutting-edge technology is not just another genetic testing kit—it’s a state-of-the-art whole genome sequencing platform that offers unprecedented insights into your DNA. Avalon’s ability to fill in over 150 million previously unknown base pairs in ...

Crawford Collins: The Social Media Influencer Who Keeps Reinventing Himself

Published Thu, 06 Feb 2025 12:26:47 GMT

In the Wild West of social media, Crawford Collins has carved out a name for himself as an influencer who knows how to engage his audience and adapt. Having spent over a decade online, Collins boasts an impressive resume spanning viral videos, reality TV victories, massive streaming numbers, and star-studded collaborations.Collins‘ journey began in the early days of Facebook, where the savvy 9-year-old started posting content. He quickly realized the potential of online platforms and decided to dive headfirst into this new frontier. When Vine launched in 2013, Collins immediately recognized its potential for bite-sized viral videos. He became one of the app’s top creators, amassing millions of followers and views.While continuing to explore each new emerging platform, Collins joined Instagram and Musical.ly during their nascent stages. His instincts proved correct again as he accumulated millions of engaged followers across these new apps. Collins had a knack for identif...

Cyclist Injured in Hit-and-Run Bicycle Crash on Zuni Road [Albuquerque, NM]

Published Thu, 06 Feb 2025 12:26:47 GMT

One Hospitalized after Bicycle Accident near Kentucky StreetALBUQUERQUE, NM (October 25, 2023) – A cyclist was hospitalized following a hit-and-run bicycle collision that took place on Zuni Road on Sunday evening. The incident unfolded at approximately 8:00 p.m. near Kentucky Street on October 15th.According to the Albuquerque Police Department, a bicyclist was struck by an eastbound Ford pickup truck while attempting to cross Zuni Road. The cyclist sustained severe injuries and was promptly transported to UNM Hospital, where he was listed in critical condition.Meanwhile, the driver of the Ford fled the scene before authorities arrived. Preliminary investigations indicated that the vehicle in question was a gray or charcoal Ford F-250, possibly a 2020 model, with front-end damage. The driver was last seen heading east on Zuni Road and then north on Louisiana Boulevard.An active investigation is currently underway to gather further information, and additional details will be pr...

Taryn Southern: Bringing Humanity to AI

Published Thu, 06 Feb 2025 12:26:47 GMT

Navigating the Digital AgeThe dawn of the 21st century has witnessed a whirlwind of technological advances, reshaping many industries, including music. Within these evolving landscapes, some artists have seamlessly integrated new technologies into their craft, transcending traditional boundaries. At the intersection of innovation and possibility, we find Taryn Southern – not just a musician but a visionary artist and storyteller. As we peel back the layers of her multifaceted career, we uncover a story that begins on YouTube….traverses through the world of AI-generated music and neurotech….and lands more recently, in a world of personalized health and wellbeing.The AI Music RevolutionOnce relegated to the realms of science fiction, AI now sits at the heart of a contentious debate within the music industry. Tracks such as  “Heart on My Sleeve,” originally said to be by mega artists like Drake and The Weeknd, captured the world’s attention in 2023, but only later did we di...