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Denver audit shows $13 million spent on encampments over 3 years

Published Fri, 27 Dec 2024 12:02:50 GMT

DENVER (KDVR) -- Responding to homeless encampments in Denver is estimated by the city auditor to have cost more than $13 million between 2019 and 2022. That total is likely higher because it does not include expenses from the Denver Police Department. The office is calling for better accounting by city agencies as leaders scramble to come up with solutions. City officials and community groups say a solution will require all fronts to work together. “I think we need affordable housing options,” one Denver resident said. Extra room could mean extra income — and affordable housing for older adults Another Denverite urged city leaders to find a solution soon for the sake of the unhoused and residents in the downtown area. “Figure out: How do you manage society in a way that you don’t have people living in tents?” he said.Audit tracked spending on encampmentsCity Auditor Timothy O’Brien told FOX31 that other factors driving homelessness include unemployment, mental health issues and ...

Greeley police ask for public's help locating missing woman

Published Fri, 27 Dec 2024 12:02:50 GMT

GREELEY, Colo. (KDVR) — The Greeley Police Department is asking for assistance in locating a missing woman.Erica Torrez, 34, was reported missing on April 19. She was last seen that morning around 5 a.m. at her place of work, located on the 2000 block of 9th Street.According to police, Torrez may be driving a gray 2015 Subaru Impreza hatchback with Colorado license plate CEE-I77.Police did not include what Torrez was wearing, or details of her height, weight, current hair color or eye color in the press release. Warning: Picking up folded money could be dangerous GPD asks anyone who may have information on Torrez's whereabouts to call local law enforcement or 911. Anyone with information may also contact GPD at 970-350-9605 or Detective Jackson Brunmeier at 970-351-5352.

Extra room could mean extra income for older adults — and affordable housing

Published Fri, 27 Dec 2024 12:02:50 GMT

(KDVR) — A Front Range program pairs homeowners with extra space with renters looking for a room. The nonprofit organization is called Sunshine Home Share.“We work with older adults, 55 and over, who have an extra room in their house and they’re looking to rent that out to someone who needs affordable housing,” Sunshine Home Share's Becky Brazell said. How much do fees tack onto a Colorado short-term rental? A Sunshine Home Share flyer poses the question: “What would you do with an extra $11,196 per year?” Brazell said the intake process includes:ReferencesCriminal background checkCredit history"It’s affordable housing for someone who needs it and extra income for a provider, who also needs that extra income," Brazell said.Sunshine Home Share also serves the Colorado Springs Area.

One person hospitalized after crash involving car and motorcycle in Revere

Published Fri, 27 Dec 2024 12:02:50 GMT

A crash involving a car and a motorcycle sent one person to an area hospital Thursday night, officials said. Revere police said the crash happened at the intersection of North Shore Road and Agawam Street. Both drivers stayed at the scene.A large police presence could be seen in the area after the crash. No further information was available as of Thursday night. 

Thursday’s high school roundup/scores: Jack Hawley, North Andover enjoy walkoff win over BC High

Published Fri, 27 Dec 2024 12:02:50 GMT

BaseballIn nonleague action, Jack Hawley had the walkoff hit in the bottom of the seventh as North Andover edged BC High 4-3 in nonleague action.Billerica captain Gus O’Gara scored on a great read off a wild pitch in the ninth inning for a 5-4 walkoff victory over Merrimack Valley Conference rival Chelmsford. Captain Austin Brune (3-for-5) hammered a pair of doubles and scored two runs for Billerica.Girls lacrosseIn a nonleague contest, Charlize Collins finished with five goals and Elisabeth Delorey added four to boost Burlington to a 18-11 victory over Methuen.Boys lacrosseGavin Kornitsky turned aside 11 shots as St. John’s Prep trounced Billerica, 15-4, in a matchup of two of the top teams in the state. Eleven players scored goals for the Eagles (6-1)SoftballSeniors Abby Kearns (2-for-4 with a triple and four RBI) and Brookie Arena (3-for-3 with three runs) led the offense as Walpole mercy-ruled Oliver Ames 11-1 in five innings in the nonleague matchup.Sophomore Kayla Goodridge we...

Airline worker dies of injuries suffered at Texas airport

Published Fri, 27 Dec 2024 12:02:50 GMT

AUSTIN, Texas (AP) — An American Airlines worker died Thursday after being injured at Austin-Bergstrom International Airport, according to airport officials.The worker was injured in the area where planes pull up to the terminal, a spokesperson at the airport in Austin, Texas, said.Austin-Travis County Emergency Medical Services said it was called shortly after 2 p.m. and found a person dead from “traumatic injuries.”An Austin Police spokeswoman told reporters that the man was driving a service vehicle that struck a jet bridge. She said police were investigating the incident as an accident. “We are devastated by the accident involving a team member at Austin-Bergstrom International Airport,” an American Airlines spokeswoman said. “Our thoughts and prayers are with the family and our local team members.”American declined to comment further. The worker’s name was not immediately available.Work around commercial airplanes has resulted in other fatal injuries in recent years...

Severe threat continues after hail and flooding

Published Fri, 27 Dec 2024 12:02:50 GMT

AUSTIN (KXAN) -- Hail up to the size of ping pong balls has been reported from Fredericksburg to Georgetown and Liberty Hill from a complex of storms moving through the area. Later Thursday evening the National Weather Service was warning about hail up to baseball size in parts of Fayette County!Hail, but also flash flooding, remain our primary concern during the overnight hours.4-5" of rainfall reported in parts of northwest Austin and also in the Pflugerville area has caused road closures and street flooding. Remember, "turn around, don't drown" if you come across streets covered with water. More than 30 drivers were submerged in parts of northwest Austin Thursday evening.Storm reports through late Thursday eveningA Severe Thunderstorm Watch has been allowed to expire for much of Central Texas, but continues until 2 a.m. for parts of Fayette County. LIVE BLOG: Potential severe weather causes Central Texas cancellations Scattered to widespread storms and downpours continue to mov...

PHOTOS: Hail, flash flooding hits Central Texas during severe weather

Published Fri, 27 Dec 2024 12:02:50 GMT

(KXAN) -- Severe thunderstorms moved through Central Texas Thursday, bringing flash flooding and hail. BLOG: ATCEMS crews respond to water rescues Golf ball-size hail was reported in Liberty Hill and Georgetown Thursday evening. Austin-Travis County EMS crews responded to multiple water rescues, mostly in north Austin, after rapid, heavy rain created flash floods.Weather ResourcesHow to talk to your kids about severe weatherWatches vs Warnings: Understanding how a storm is madeTraffic mapLive Central Texas radarCentral Texas rainfall totalsDownload KXAN Weather AppSign up for KXAN daily forecast newsletter and severe weather alerts newsletterYou can email photos and videos to [email protected]. If you take photos of hail, in particular, it’s helpful to include an object alongside it to help gauge how large it is. Coins or sports balls are a good option.Image of hail in Leander from April 20, 2023 (Courtesy Paula Fielder)Post storm sunset in Marble Falls, Thursday, April 20, 2...

Twins’ Alex Kirilloff nearing pain-free as he works way back from wrist injury

Published Fri, 27 Dec 2024 12:02:50 GMT

Alex Kirilloff is nearly two years removed from the right wrist injury that has wreaked havoc on his budding major league career ever since.Having dealt with a series of setbacks that have limited the 25-year-old outfielder/first baseman to a total of 104 games over the past two seasons, Kirilloff continued his rehab assignment with the Saints on Thursday night at CHS Field in hopes of soon rejoining the Twins and finally putting the injury behind him.Two years of hell? Kirilloff hasn’t allowed himself to look at it that way.“I like to take it as a learning experience,” he said. “Initially, I would say that I didn’t think it would become what it became, but that’s just part of life. Life is not easy; it comes with curveballs and challenges, no matter what you’re doing. More importantly, it’s how you respond.”Kirilloff has undergone two surgeries on the wrist and has turned to a variety of treatments in hopes of alleviating the pain when he swings the bat. The latest surgery ended hi...

Silent candlelight vigil for Kaylin Gillis

Published Fri, 27 Dec 2024 12:02:50 GMT

SCHUYLERVILLE, N.Y. (NEWS10) - Hundreds of people gathered in silence at Fort Hardy Park Thursday night to remember Kaylin Gillis, whose life was taken too soon. National Grid volunteers clean up Schenectady’s Central Park Deacon Helene Patterson is one of those speaking on the importance of coming together.“To honor their memory, the good things that they left us with. The good memories that they have left us with. The good they’ve done in the community. Even someone so young. I think you’ve heard her classmates, how she’s fostered that love and community and support, and would do anything for anyone. And I think we have to carry that forward,” said Patterson.People telling NEWS10 they remember the kind, mature, animal lover for her many good qualities. Girls from the Varsity cheer squad came out to show their support.“She’s one heck of an artist,” said one of the girls."She was so funny, she always knew when to tell the best joke,” said another.“Yeah, she never cared what a...