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Texas has sent at least 7,800 migrants to Denver since May

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 18:19:02 GMT

DENVER (KDVR) -- Charter buses continue to drop off migrants in Denver, often in the middle of the night, according to a statement from the Office of Denver Mayor Mike Johnston.One of these buses arrived in downtown Denver on Monday, according to the mayor's office.The exact origin of that bus in particular was not known. However, the mayor's office said it fits with a pattern the city has seen over the last few months of buses chartered from Texas. How to ensure migrant children in Denver receive presents this season According to the mayor's office, the buses unload passengers in areas that aren't prepared for or ready to receive migrants and often arrive in the middle of the night and in the dead of winter."This means migrants - some of whom are ill or pregnant, many of whom are children - are forced to fend for themselves in the cold as they seek shelter," the mayor's office said.On Dec. 1, the office of Texas Gov. Greg Abbott announced that the Texas Department of Emergency Ma...

Denver weather: Mild days before next cold front, chance for snow

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 18:19:02 GMT

DENVER (KDVR) — The sunshine and mild temperatures returned to Denver weather on Monday following a weekend of wind, cold and snow. Those mild readings will be sticking around for several more days. According to Pinpoint Weather, Colorado’s Most Accurate Forecast, forecast highs through Thursday will be about 15-20 degrees above average for this time of year.Forecast highs across metro Denver on Tuesday from Pinpoint WeatherWeather tonight: Clear and coldSkies will turn clear across the state during the overnight hours. The strong wind will also relax overnight. It will be cold with below-freezing temperatures in the teens and 20s with even colder, single digits in mountain valleys.Overnight low temperatures by Tuesday morning across ColoradoWeather tomorrow: Sunny and mild againTuesday will be sunny with just a few clouds drifting over the mountain peaks at times. The wind will be light and in a general westerly direction. Temperatures will be above average by 10-20 degrees statewi...

Wynwood’s newest restaurant ‘Buena Papa’ proves why fries go with everything

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 18:19:02 GMT

Almost every good American dish is sold with french fries, like burgers and fries. Chicken tenders and fries. Sometimes even ice cream and fries. A new Miami hot spot is offering its customers a unique way to enjoy the crispy potatoes, and they are doing it gourmet style.Buena Papa means good potato in Spanish. But at this new spot in Wynwood, it translates to delicious french fries.James Windon: “We are a french fry concept, we are new in Miami and we do incredible toppings on top of french fries”We’re talking about all the fixings: Cheese, meat, salsa and…“James Windon: A couple of other secret seasonings that I can’t tell you about unless you sign an NDA.”But it’s no secret why this french fry bar brought its talents to the MIA. James Windon: “Miami is a foodie town. Everybody comes to Miami if you want to taste good flavors, good food, have some good culture. So Miami is a perfect fit for Buena Papa.”The idea of opening the p...

Broward resident takes the ultimate as finalist in Netflix’s ‘Squid Game: The Challenge’

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 18:19:02 GMT

“Squid Game: The Challenge is one of the hottest game shows on TV. And the series finale is happening this week with very big bucks on the line.Deco caught up with a contestant from South Florida who could be Netflix’s $4.5 million point man. What would you do for over $4.5 million?If you were Sam Wells on the new Netflix reality competition show “Squid Game: The Challenge,” it would be everything, right.Sam Wells: “It’s the hardest and most rewarding thing I’ve ever done.”After all, that’s why the Broward County resident is sitting all swanky in a fancy tux, as one of only three finalists out of 456.Sam Wells: “It’s still sinking in because I feel like just a normal guy and people keep coming up to me at the airport or at the mall, and they’re waving at me.”Sam, or player 16, made it, tooth and nail, to the series finale, which drops on the streamer this Wednesday. Sam Wells: “I wasn’t really ...

Mother of transgender Monarch High School student releases statement amid controversy, investigation

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 18:19:02 GMT

The mother of a transgender student at Monarch High School in Coconut Creek responded to a controversy surrounding her daughter who plays for the school’s volleyball team. A statement was released by the mother of the child several days after her child was taken off the team, saying that the outing of a transgender student, specifically a child, is a direct attempt to endanger them. Hundreds of Monarch High School students walked out of class last week after the reassignment of their principal and school officials because a transgender student was allowed to play on the girls’ volleyball team. “I walked out because I support trans students,” said student Jessica Kromphold. “A lot of students are upset. Mr. Cecil was a great principal.”Florida State law prohibits transgender girls and women from playing on public school teams intended for student-athletes identified as girls at birth.The reassigned coach, Jessica Norton sent a statement to 7News sa...

As Red Sox seek pitching, Craig Breslow hopes to produce more homegrown arms too

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 18:19:02 GMT

NASHVILLE — While the Red Sox have yet to make a major move, chief baseball officer Craig Breslow said Monday the club’s top priority this offseason remains bolstering the starting rotation.They could add starters through free agency, through a trade, or both. They could add two starters, just one, or even three or more. If they go the free agent route, Breslow said they’re comfortable making the kind of investment it will take to land a big fish. If they go for a trade, they’re also willing to part with some of their top position player prospects if it means reeling in someone with multiple years of team control.Given Boston’s roster situation, those potential external reinforcements are likely to make the biggest impact, but Breslow also made it clear he hopes the Red Sox can start producing more internal reinforcements as well.Since starting with the Red Sox in late October, Breslow has already taken meaningful steps to revamp the organization’s pitc...

New England Aquarium treats over 200 hypothermic, cold-stunned sea turtles

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 18:19:02 GMT

The New England Aquarium has taken in over 200 hypothermic or cold-stunned sea turtles that have washed up on Massachusetts shores this “stranding season,” Aquarium officials said.“This sea turtle stranding season has gotten off to a later start than the past few years,” said Aquarium Director of Rescue and Rehabilitation Adam Kennedy. “Whether it is 1 or 100 turtles in a given day, our team at the New England Aquarium is ready to help give these turtles the best shot of being returned home.”Turtles began to strand on Cape Cod in early November, and so far this year, Aquarium staffers have treated 189 critically endangered Kemp’s ridley turtles, 19 green turtles, and six loggerheads. Numbers are “ramping up,” Kennedy said, with 134 taken in in the last five days.Stranding season occurs annually from fall to early winter as many sea turtles fail to escape Cape Cod Bay before becoming hypothermic due to falling temperatures and wind patt...

Cougar at Massachusetts zoo is euthanized after suffering from seizures: ‘Heartbroken’

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 18:19:02 GMT

A cougar that has been an “incredible presence” at a local zoo for almost a decade has died, according to Zoo New England’s Stone Zoo.Blue the cougar was euthanized over the weekend after he reportedly suffered multiple seizures, and he was no longer responding to medication. Blue was 9 years old.“We are completely heartbroken to share this news about Blue,” said John Linehan, Zoo New England’s president and CEO. “He has been an incredible presence at Stone Zoo since he arrived as a very young cub.“Guests had the opportunity to watch Blue grow up, and we know there are many people who love him as much as we do,” Linehan added. “This is an incredibly sad day, and we appreciate everyone who is keeping our animal care team in their thoughts.”Blue began experiencing seizures several months ago and had responded well to treatment, according to staff at the Stoneham zoo.But within his final 24 hours, Blue experienced multip...

David Ross reflects on magical season, career with Chicago Cubs

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 18:19:02 GMT

Former Chicago Cubs catcher turned manager David Ross relived the magic of the 2016 World Series championship for a large crowd of avid fans Sunday at the Purdue University Northwest Sinai Forum lecture series.Less than a handful in the Westville crowd admitted to being White Sox fans.“I’ve got stories for days,” Ross told former MLB pitcher Dan Plesac in their conversation on stage.“The buzz in the city when we won the World Series was palpable,” Ross said. “It’s a unique stadium, the neighborhood, the city, it’s a special place.”“The fan base, how they treat you when you walk down the street,” is incredible, he said.Ross got a standing ovation when fans recognized him as he walked into a restaurant. “You guys know I suck, right?,” he said he felt.In 2016, Ross was one of the team’s heavy hitters. As catcher, he watched the games unfold from a perspective few players get. Catchers get to see the who...

Boston city councilor rejects opposing panel on immigrant voting rights proposal, Republican leader says

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 18:19:02 GMT

A local Republican leader says a progressive Boston city councilor reneged on her promise to allow a panel of opponents to testify at an upcoming hearing weighing voting rights for immigrants with “legal status” but without full citizenship.Kendra Lara, the city councilor pushing for the policy change, said that’s not the case — her commitment, she said, was to allow time for the opponent to speak during public testimony in the first hour of a Tuesday afternoon Council hearing.The matter stems from an exchange on WBZ NewsRadio’s “Nightside with Dan Rea,” where Lara, a progressive Democrat, was a guest last Thursday. Lou Murray, former chairman of Ward 20 Republican Committee of West Roxbury, called into the program to ask whether Lara would “allow someone who’s in opposition to put a panel together and testify” against her proposed home rule petition.“What happens, people that don’t know, politicians in Massachusetts hold a hearing,” Murray said on the radio segment. “They stack the...