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College Football Picks: Awkward trophy ceremonies, CFP implications highlight championship weekend

Published Wed, 12 Feb 2025 12:40:19 GMT

There could be some awkward trophy ceremonies around college football’s championship weekend.On Friday night in Las Vegas, the Pac-12 will crown a champion that is heading to the Big Ten with a commissioner in George Kliavkoff, who oversaw the collapse of the conference.In the Big 12 on Saturday, Commissioner Brett Yormark might be handing the trophy to a Texas team he was outwardly rooting against in the Longhorns last season in the league before joining the Southeastern Conference.Then there is the Atlantic Coast Conference title game in Charlotte, North Carolina, where Commissioner Jim Phillips might be congratulating Florida State, a school with leaders who have publicly talked about leaving the league.None of those tops what’s likely coming in the Big Ten, where No. 2 Michigan is a huge favorite to make it three straight titles. Coach Jim Harbaugh is returning from a conference-imposed suspension just in time to collect a trophy from the guy who suspended him, Big T...

Texans offensive lineman Tytus Howard placed on injured reserve with left knee injury

Published Wed, 12 Feb 2025 12:40:19 GMT

HOUSTON (AP) — Houston Texans offensive lineman Tytus Howard was placed on injured reserve Wednesday with a left knee injury.Howard, who is in his fifth season, injured his knee in the first half of Houston’s loss to Jacksonville on Sunday. It’s his second stint on injured reserve this season after he missed the first four games of the season after breaking his right hand in training camp. Howard signed a three-year, $56 million contract extension during training camp that will keep him in Houston through the 2026 season. A first-round pick in 2019, Howard started seven games this season protecting star rookie quarterback C.J. Stroud and has 61 starts in his career. He started every game last season. ___AP NFL: https://apnews.com/hub/NFLSource

Mayor Mike Johnston's car stolen in Denver, recovered in Aurora

Published Wed, 12 Feb 2025 12:40:19 GMT

DENVER (KDVR) — Denver's mayor can be counted among the growing number of auto theft victims in the Centennial State. On Tuesday, a spokesperson for Mayor Mike Johnston's office confirmed to FOX31 that his car was stolen on Oct. 28. FOX31 Newsletters: Sign up to get breaking news sent to your inbox FOX31's Rob Low spoke to Aurora police who said the car was reported stolen out of Denver at 6:09 a.m. and was located 10 hours later at Joliet Street and Colfax Avenue in Aurora using the car's GPS.Aurora Police responded to the call and the Denver Police Department took over the investigation. It is unclear if an arrest has been made or if the car was damaged. Police are not sharing the type of car in order "to protect the safety of Mayor Johnston and his family."Johnston's office said the car was recovered "thanks to the incredible work of the Denver Police Department."According to a post on X, formally known as Twitter, this isn't the first time Johnston's car has been stolen. In a ...

Live: Biden vists wind tower manufacturer in Pueblo

Published Wed, 12 Feb 2025 12:40:19 GMT

PUEBLO, Colo. (KDVR) — On Wednesday, President Joe Biden is visiting CS Wind in Pueblo to highlight how "Bidenomics" is creating jobs and opportunities in Colorado’s 3rd Congressional District. The stream above is a raw feed of President Biden's tour of the facility. FOX31 will have live coverage of Biden's speech on TV and streaming in this story at 1:30.CS Wind is a South Korean-based company and is the largest wind tower manufacturer in the world. The investment to expand will create 850 new jobs by 2026.  Biden targets GOP Rep. Boebert in her district in a fresh political attack on Republicans While at the facility, the White House said Biden will deliver a speech promoting the impact of “Bidenomics” on clean energy manufacturing and job creation.“As a consequence of all of that historic legislation, we're now seeing absolutely historic levels of private sector investment, including over $5 billion of private sector investment coming directly back to Colorado. And al...

Man arrested for selling Boulder County teens drugs in exchange for money, sexual acts

Published Wed, 12 Feb 2025 12:40:19 GMT

DENVER (KDVR) — A man has been arrested for providing drugs and vapes to middle and high school-aged students in Boulder County in exchange for money and sexual acts, according to the 20th Judicial District Attorney's Office. According to the DA, Angel Gomez Rubio was arrested in Texas after returning from a trip to Mexico on 19 charges. Denver Mayor Mike Johnston’s car stolen Those charges include:Five counts of human trafficking of a minor for sexual servitudeDistribution of a controlled substance to a minorSpecial offender - pattern and special offender - displays firearmEnticement of a childTwo counts of internet luring of a childTwo counts of sexual assault on a childSexual assaultSexual assault - forceKidnappingMoney launderingSexual exploitation of a childDistribution of marijuanaDue to the charges, Gomez Rubio faces a sentence ranging from numerous years in prison to possibly a life sentence. According to the DA, investigators used records and evidence obtained from search...

Road closing for events in downtown Denver near Colorado Convention Center

Published Wed, 12 Feb 2025 12:40:19 GMT

DENVER (KDVR) -- The Denver Police Department said Wednesday that part of 14th Street in downtown Denver will be closed for several events this weekend.The closure starts Thursday morning and continues through Sunday, Dec. 3. These are the top songs in Denver in 2023, according to Spotify Wrapped DPD said it is closing the road to ensure safety around the events near the Colorado Convention Center.Starting at 6 a.m. Thursday, 14th Street between Stout Street and Welton Street will be closed to vehicle traffic for several days.DPD offered some tips for navigating around the closure this weekend:Use public transportation and find the best route on the RTD website.Allow for extra time. If driving, map out your drive and make sure you can access the roads on your route.Ride your bike or use rental bicycles or scooters. See the latest traffic conditions in Denver on FOX31 The closure on 14th Street will last until Sunday, Dec. 3 at 8 p.m.

Driver stopped by police in West Park after following alleged stolen vehicle

Published Wed, 12 Feb 2025 12:40:19 GMT

A driver was stopped by police after a vehicle was reported stolen. Miami Gardens Police and Miami-Dade Police followed the vehicle, a red 2021 Chevy Corvette, Wednesday afternoon.Officers were following the vehicle near Northwest 199th Street and Second Avenue in Miami Gardens, which then headed near Northeast 207th Street and Second Avenue.The driver was then stopped at 5040 SW 22nd St. in West Park. 7Skyforce hovered over the scene where officers had their guns drawn towards the vehicle. The driver compiled and is now talking with officers. Please check back on WSVN.com and 7News for more details on this developing story.

Deal on global climate damages likely to be struck Thursday at COP28

Published Wed, 12 Feb 2025 12:40:19 GMT

DUBAI, United Arab Emirates — Countries are poised to seal a hard-fought agreement on Thursday for the creation of an international fund to help communities rebuild from climate-driven calamities, giving the U.N. climate talks a bit of a win on their opening day.The hosts of the summit, known as COP28, released a draft agreement on Wednesday that would accept wholesale the recommendations a handful of countries adopted earlier this month. It includes a provision, demanded by the United States, that says all contributions to the fund are voluntary.Five diplomats from European and African nations, who were granted anonymity to speak to POLITICO about the negotiations, said it was likely the draft deal would be adopted at the opening of the summit in Dubai.Still to be decided: How much money the fund should contain and where the cash should come from. At this point, the draft “invites” developed countries to lead in providing financial resources to start up the fund. None have yet prov...

In Surprise, SJC’s Lowy plans to step down from state’s high court

Published Wed, 12 Feb 2025 12:40:19 GMT

Gov. Maura Healey still hasn’t picked someone to fill the first spot on the state’s highest court to open up during her tenure, and she’s about to get a second choice as well.Supreme Judicial Court Justice David Lowy informed Healey he plans to retire from the court on Feb. 3, 2024, court officials announced Tuesday. Moments later, UMass President Marty Meehan announced that Lowy accepted a job as the university system’s next general counsel.“Justice Lowy is a highly respected jurist who possesses a keen legal mind and also brings significant experience as an educator,” Meehan said in a statement. “We have taken great pride in David Lowy’s career for many years, and it is fair to say that he has inspired UMass students to pursue careers in law and in public service. I am honored to welcome one of our most distinguished graduates back to the University.”Lowy, himself a UMass graduate, will also serve as the system’s strategi...

Chicken thighs are your answer to quick weeknight dinners

Published Wed, 12 Feb 2025 12:40:19 GMT

Beth Dooley | Star Tribune (TNS)Hands down, chicken thighs are the best choice for an easy, no-fuss weeknight supper.First, they’re almost impossible to overcook. Unlike chicken breasts, the thighs are extremely forgiving, and the meat stays succulent even after reaching the 165-degree done mark. Because chicken thighs are a fattier cut of meat, they have a more intense flavor than breasts. But no worries — most of that fat renders out and bastes the meat, keeping it moist as it cooks. As a bonus, thighs are generally priced lower than breasts and if you buy them bone-in, they provide the base for a rich chicken stock.When it comes to cooking, the best technique is to start them in a cold pan, skin-side down, then give them a blast of heat to sear them before flipping to finish in the oven. A little oil gets the process going, then add a handful of cherry tomatoes alongside the chicken thighs. They will blister, burst and release their juices, which, when deglazed with a littl...