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Men accused of killing security guard in Oakland plead not guilty

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:25:19 GMT

DUBLIN, Calif. (KRON) -- Two of three men charged with killing security guard Kevin Nishita entered pleas of not guilty in court Wednesday morning. Shadihia Mitchell and Hershel Hale were arrested last year, accused of killing Nishita in downtown Oakland while he was guarding a KRON4 News reporter in Nov. 2021.Mitchell and Hale face multiple charges, including first-degree murder. Defense attorneys for the two men say their client did not pull the trigger. Woman’s body found in Berkeley, boyfriend arrested in Santa Cruz County for homicide The third suspect, Laron Gilbert, is still on the loose as police continue to try and track him down. There is a $40,000 reward for his arrest.Today’s court appearance will move the suspects closer to a trial date.

Burglar allegedly starts fire that killed dogs in Adams County home

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:25:19 GMT

ADAMS COUNTY, Colo. (KDVR) — An overnight fire in Adams County was allegedly started by a burglar, said the Adams County Sheriff's Office.Adams County Fire tweeted about the blaze just before 3 a.m. It happened at a single-family home east of Federal Boulevard in the 2600 block of 80th Avenue.According to the sheriff's office, deputies were initially called to the home for a burglary. The suspect entered the home and started the fire, according to deputies. Second person dies after house fire near Fort Collins Those living inside the home were able to get out before the fire started. However, the suspect was taken to a local hospital for burns and possible smoke inhalation.No other people were injured, but Adams County Fire said two dogs were killed.Fire investigators, crime scene investigators, and Adams County Sherriff's Office deputies remained on scene through the early morning hours while crews worked to put the fire out.The suspect is now in the custody of Adams County deput...

Police investigating Aurora shooting that injured 1

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:25:19 GMT

DENVER (KDVR) — Aurora police are searching for a suspect in a shooting that sent one man to the hospital.The Aurora Police Department tweeted about the shooting just after noon on Wednesday when officers were called to the 15000 block of East 14th Place near the Chambers Plaza shopping mall.A man was taken to a local hospital with a non-life-threatening gunshot wound. Denver police seek additional victims of alleged kidnapping, sex assault suspect Officers are still working to develop suspect information and are asking anyone in the area to check their home or business security cameras for suspicious activity.Anyone with information on the shooting can contact the Metro Denver Crime Stoppers at 720-913-7867. Tipsters can remain anonymous and still be eligible for a cash reward.

Brighton residents warned after 'unusually high number' of dead cats reported

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:25:19 GMT

BRIGHTON, Colo. (KDVR) -- Locals are being warned after a mysterious illness is causing an unusually high amount of cats around Brighton to fall sick or die.This outbreak comes right after the respiratory disease found in dogs across Colorado. While the illness isn't known to transfer to cats, felines aren't in the clear. WATCH: Cat saves dog from attacking coyotes The Brighton Police Department tweeted on Wednesday that Brighton Animal Welfare discovered an "unusually high number of sick or deceased cats in the Brighton East Farms neighborhood."The department says there isn't a definitive cause yet, but the Feline Panleukopenia Virus (FPV) was found in the sick cats.The location of sick or deceased cats in the Brighton East Farms neighborhood (Courtesy of Brighton Police Department)Signs of FPV include generalized depression, loss of appetite, high fever, lethargy, vomiting, severe diarrhea, nasal discharge and dehydration, according to the American Veterinary Medical Association...

Boulder crash leaves pedestrian hospitalized, critically injured

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:25:19 GMT

BOULDER, Colo. (KDVR) — A pedestrian was critically injured in a crash in Boulder Wednesday morning.The Boulder Police Department tweeted about the crash just after 10 a.m.A driver allegedly hit a pedestrian in the 1200 block of Alpine Avenue near Broadway in the Old North Boulder neighborhood. FOX31 Newsletters: Sign up to get breaking news sent to your inbox The pedestrian was taken to a local hospital with life-threatening injuries.Alpine Avenue was closed while police investigated, but the roads have since been reopened.Police have not said what factors may have led up to the crash.

Suspect accused of shooting Sunrise Police officer in Fort Lauderdale appears in court

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:25:19 GMT

The suspect, who is accused of shooting a Sunrise police officer on Tuesday, appeared before a judge Wednesday morning. 31-year-old Romuliss Hicks was reportedly wanted for shooting his girlfriend who’s the mother of his child and stealing her car on Saturday. Sunrise police believe they found Hicks in Fort Lauderdale and that he fired at one of their detectives and the suspect wound up shot too.The South Florida officer underwent surgery after an encounter while on duty. The detective was shot while trying to arrest Hicks.The officer was rushed to Broward Health Medical Center via ground transport with a gunshot wound to their leg while Hicks was also transported to an area hospital from injuries.The officers, brothers and sisters in blue, gathered at the hospital to check on their colleague on Tuesday. Meanwhile miles away, investigators spent the night trying to piece together what led to the shots fired in a public lot. “I heard the shots. We were inside the little hood as...

Crews work to put out fire at Dolphins receiver Tyreek Hill’s mansion in Southwest Ranches

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:25:19 GMT

Rescue crews Wednesday afternoon quickly responded to a fire at a mansion owned by Miami Dolphins wide receiver Tyreek Hill in Southwest Ranches.Davie Fire Rescue arrived at the home, located at 16755 Berkshire. 7Skyforce hovered over the scene, where black smoke billowed from the mansion’s roof. Firefighters were also seen roof as they searched for the source of the fire. According to 7News Sport’s reporter Josh Moser, Hill was notified about the fire and left team practice in Miami Gardens to deal with situation.Nobody was inside the home when the fire broke out. The fire was upgraded to a 2-alarm fire. More firefighters arrived at the scene and were able to knock down the fire. They are now searching the rest of the property to put out any potential hotspots. According to property records, the mansion was bought in 2022 for $6.9 million. No injuries were reported. Please check back on WSVN.com and 7News for more details on this developing story.

Weight loss has changed: Ozempic, intermittent fasting and new ways to shed pounds in 2024

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:25:19 GMT

Weight loss has been one of the most talked about topics of 2023 and it’s certain to heat up even more in the new year.Florida is now blanketed with med spas, weight management clinics, and online pharmacies that sell Ozempic, Wegovy and drugs that contain the compound, semaglutide, that squelches hunger and food cravings. In 2024, new weight loss drugs are on their way to the Sunshine State as are new diets and more ways to get medications for dropping pounds with minimal effort.“I think we are going to see more of these drugs and more side effects,” said Dr. Eneida Roldan, an obesity specialist, professor and associate dean of Florida International University’s Herbert Wertheim College of Medicine.The hype over weight loss drugs took hold in 2023, fueled by celebrities posting their before and after Ozempic photos on social media. Comedian Tracy Morgan had this to say: “I went and got a prescription, and I got Ozempic. And I ain’t letting it go … It cuts my appetite in half. Now I...

Red Sox DFA right-hander to clear room for Lucas Giolito

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:25:19 GMT

Nearly a week after news broke that he’d be joining the team, the Red Sox officially announced the signing of right-hander Lucas Giolito on Wednesday afternoon.To clear space on the 40-man roster, they also cut loose a veteran relief pitcher.The Red Sox confirmed that right-hander Mauricio Llovera has been designated for assignment, likely ending the 27-year-old Venezuelan’s tenure in Boston. Llovera was claimed off waivers from the San Francisco Giants this past summer and posted a 5.46 ERA over 25 games with the Red Sox down the stretch.Heading into the new season Llovera was one of three candidates for the Red Sox bullpen who couldn’t be optioned to the minors, the others being Rule 5 pick Justin Slaten and rookie Bryan Mata (also out of options). With the Red Sox adding numerous depth arms who can be stashed in Triple-A this offseason, including right-hander Max Castillo off waivers from Kansas City on Tuesday, Llovera likely faced long odds at making the team....

Mortgage questions to ask and expect from your lender

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:25:19 GMT

Andrew Dehan | (TNS) BankrateWhen you apply for a mortgage, the lender will assess its risk to decide whether to loan you money. Along with the mortgage questions they’ll ask you, you’ll also likely have questions to ask a lender, including inquiries about application requirements and what mortgage lenders look for.Here, we’ll cover some questions to ask a mortgage loan officer — as well as questions the lender will ask you — when you apply for a home loan.Mortgage questions to ask lendersIt’s smart to learn more about how to qualify and get approved for a mortgage, as well as what to prepare for. Here’s a rundown of some of the most common questions to ask a mortgage lender.What type of mortgage do you recommend for me?There are several types of mortgages, including conventional loans and FHA loans. Talk with your lender or loan officer about the type of mortgage they recommend based on your needs, credit and finances.What is the minimum down payment requirement?While you might bel...