Aurora firefighters continue to battle construction fire blaze Sunday

Published Fri, 27 Dec 2024 08:49:26 GMT

Aurora firefighters continue to battle construction fire blaze Sunday On Sunday evening, firefighters in Aurora continued to battle the blaze that shut down the intersection of Colfax Avenue and Peoria Street Saturday.Hot spots that continue to rise in the burning apartment building have put firefighters on the defense, preventing them from entering the construction site.No one has been in the apartment complex since Saturday afternoon, when crews were forced to withdraw due to the fire’s intensity and danger, said Aurora Fire Rescue spokesperson Dawn Small in an emailed statement to the Denver Post Sunday.As long as the investigation is in progress, the intersection of Colfax Avenue and Peoria Street will remain closed, which could take up to days, said Matthew Longshore, spokesperson for the Aurora Police Department.“Investigators will not be able to get into the structure until crews can determine that it is safe for them to enter, and after heavy equipment can be used to remove debris and identify the origin and cause of the fire,̶...

Football recruiting: CU Buffs add QB, three former 4-star recruits as transfers

Published Fri, 27 Dec 2024 08:49:26 GMT

Football recruiting: CU Buffs add QB, three former 4-star recruits as transfers With the offensive line rebuilt, head coach Deion Sanders and the Colorado Buffaloes are focusing on some other areas of the roster to upgrade.On Sunday, the Buffs landed three former four-star recruits as transfers, as well as more depth at quarterback.Related Articles Analyzing CU Buffs’ revamped offensive line under Deion Sanders Mines blasted in Division II national title for second straight year, as Harding runs over Orediggers Football recruiting: Former Liberty DB Preston Hodge commits to CU Buffs Football recruiting: Wade twins from Kentucky commit to CU Buffs Football recruiting: Former Vanderbilt star WR Will Sheppard transferring to Colorado Defensive end Quency Wiggins (formerly of LSU), defensive tackle Anquin Barnes (Alabama), receiver Cordale Russell (TCU) and quarterback Walter Taylor (Vanderbilt) all announced their intentions to transfer to Colorado.Wiggins appeared in nine games d...

Milpitas police arrest five at Great Mall in anti-shoplifting operation

Published Fri, 27 Dec 2024 08:49:26 GMT

Milpitas police arrest five at Great Mall in anti-shoplifting operation Related ArticlesCrime and Public Safety | Benicia police arrest man for possession of a stolen gun Crime and Public Safety | Redwood City: Police searching for man who carjacked vehicle and set it on fire Crime and Public Safety | Three detained in Brentwood after an Antioch shooting leaves one dead Crime and Public Safety | Walnut Creek police investigating November death as a homicide Crime and Public Safety | Two Bay Area adults, two juveniles arrested on suspicion of conspiracy to commit murder Five people were arrested on Thursday by the Milpitas Police Department in “another operation at the Great Mall to curb shoplifting and organized retail theft,” the department announced via social media.The department said the five individuals were arrested on various charges, including “shoplifting, outstanding warrants, weapon violations and drug possession.”According to the departmen...

One person killed in a solo collision in Hayward

Published Fri, 27 Dec 2024 08:49:26 GMT

One person killed in a solo collision in Hayward Related ArticlesCrashes and Disasters | Benicia police arrest man for possession of a stolen gun Crashes and Disasters | Redwood City: Police searching for man who carjacked vehicle and set it on fire Crashes and Disasters | Walnut Creek police investigating November death as a homicide Crashes and Disasters | List: Fentanyl has killed at least 5 Bay Area babies since 2020 Crashes and Disasters | ‘I wasn’t giving up the will to live’: California hiker rescued 3 days after nearly 1,000-foot fall off Hawaii trail One person died after their car — a gray Tesla Model 3 — crashed into the center divider on westbound Highway 84 near Hayward on Sunday afternoon, according to the California Highway Patrol.The person was pronounced dead at the scene. Authorities said it was not clear how many others were in the car or why the incident occurred.

Beloved Fremont restaurant closing after 46 years 

Published Fri, 27 Dec 2024 08:49:26 GMT

Beloved Fremont restaurant closing after 46 years  (KRON) – The beloved Fremont establishment Dino’s Family Restaurant is set to close its doors after almost five decades of service. The restaurant posted on its Facebook on Saturday, “We want to express our deepest gratitude for your loyal patronage throughout the years. The decision to close was not made lightly, and we appreciate the memories shared, and friendship formed within our walls. As we bid farewell to our restaurant, we are excited to share that the space will be repurposed for new endeavors that will continue to contribute to the vibrancy of our community.” Five popular fast food restaurants you won’t find in California The owners of Dino’s, Toula and Bill Sinodino, also own two other restaurants. The two own a breakfast restaurant called Skilletz, located at 37378 Niles Boulevard in Fremont. The Sinodinos recently opened another restaurant, Billy Roy’s Burger Co., which is located at 3909 Thornton Avenue in Fremont.

Packers’ playoff hopes fade thanks to a defense that can’t get stops

Published Fri, 27 Dec 2024 08:49:26 GMT

Packers’ playoff hopes fade thanks to a defense that can’t get stops GREEN BAY, Wis. (AP) — Green Bay’s defense has hit a wall — and so have the Packers’ playoff hopes.Six days after allowing Tommy DeVito to drive the New York Giants for a winning field goal as time expired, the Packers (6-8) got picked apart by Baker Mayfield in a 34-20 loss to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers on Sunday.Mayfield threw for 381 yards and four touchdowns. Tampa Bay scored touchdowns on its first three second-half possessions, and Mayfield took a knee to end the game after the Bucs reached Green Bay’s 11 on their fourth and final series of the half.“They’re beating us,” Packers coach Matt LaFleur said. “They’re outcoaching us. They’re out-scheming us and outplaying us, ultimately.”Just two weeks ago, LaFleur was fielding questions about Green Bay’s playoff hopes after the Packers beat the Kansas City Chiefs to get to .500. On Sunday, LaFleur was asked about whether he’d fire defensive coordinator Joe Barry before the end of the season.“Now’s not the time for that, to be h...

Langer and son win another PNC Championship. Oosthuizen makes it 2 in a row in South Africa

Published Fri, 27 Dec 2024 08:49:26 GMT

Langer and son win another PNC Championship. Oosthuizen makes it 2 in a row in South Africa ORLANDO, Fla. (AP) — Bernhard Langer capped off his memorable, record-setting season by teaming with his son to post a 13-under 59 in 30 mph wind for a two-shot victory Sunday in the PNC Championship.Langer and son Jason, who works for an investment bank in New York, had 10 birdies in 11 holes to overcame a three-shot deficit early. Langer tied the PNC Championship record with his fifth win — three with Jason, two with older son Stefan. Raymond Floyd also won five titles.Tiger Woods and 14-year-old son Charlie tied for fifth after a 61. The highlight was Charlie chipping in for birdie on the ninth hole with a celebration that looked very much like his father, who could only smile.David Duval and son Brady finished birdie-eagle to be runner-up.The 66-year-old Langer, a two-time Masters champion, earlier this year set the PGA Tour Champions record with his 46th career victory. EUROPEAN TOUR AND SUNSHINE TOURHERITAGE DEL OMBRE, Mauritius (AP) — Louis Oosthuizen won the Mauritius Open f...

Real Madrid defender Alaba to undergo surgery after sustaining left knee injury against Villarreal

Published Fri, 27 Dec 2024 08:49:26 GMT

Real Madrid defender Alaba to undergo surgery after sustaining left knee injury against Villarreal MADRID (AP) — Real Madrid defender David Alaba ruptured the anterior cruciate ligament on his left knee in his team’s 4-1 win over Villarreal in the Spanish league on Sunday.Madrid said after the match that Alaba will need to undergo surgery in the next few days. The club did not immediately say how long he is expected to be sidelined. It was the latest serious knee injury for Madrid this season. The club is already without goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois and defender Éder Militão because of cruciate ligament injuries that are expected to keep them out of action for a long period. Eduardo Camavinga and Arda Guler also sustained knee injuries.Alaba’s left knee buckled while he tried to steal the ball from an opponent near midfield. He fell and immediately called for help while grabbing his knee. The 31-year-old Austria central defender wasn’t able to put weight on his left leg while being helped off the field by a couple of Madrid doctors in the 34th minute at the Santi...

Kings goaltender Pheonix Copley placed on long-term injured reserve

Published Fri, 27 Dec 2024 08:49:26 GMT

Kings goaltender Pheonix Copley placed on long-term injured reserve EL SEGUNDO, Calif. (AP) — Goaltender Pheonix Copley has been placed on the long-term injured reserve list by the Los Angeles Kings.Copley suffered a lower-body injury during Friday’s practice. He did not make the road trip to Seattle for Saturday’s game as the Kings defeated the Kraken 3-2 in a shootout.By going on the long-term IR, Copley will miss a minimum of 10 games. The Kings are third in the Pacific Division with 38 points and have gone 6-3-1 in their last 10 games.Copley is 4-1-2 with a 3.16 goals-against average in eight starts. Cam Talbot has been the primary starter and is second with a 2.02 GAA and seventh in wins with 13.David Rittich will serve as the backup with Copley sidelined. Los Angeles also announced that defenseman Jacob Moverare has been loaned to their AHL affiliate.___AP NHL: https://apnews.com/hub/nhlSource

Bernhard Langer and son win PNC Championship. Woods finishes hopeful for next year

Published Fri, 27 Dec 2024 08:49:26 GMT

Bernhard Langer and son win PNC Championship. Woods finishes hopeful for next year ORLANDO, Fla. (AP) — Tiger Woods was an 18-year-old senior in high school when he made his first cut in a professional event at a European Tour event in Thailand. That also was the first time he played with Bernhard Langer.Thirty years later, the ageless Langer is still going strong. Langer capped off his memorable, record-setting year when he teamed with his son, Jason, to produce a 13-under 59 in 30 mph wind for a two-shot victory over David Duval and his son.Langer tied the PNC Championship with his fifth title — three with Jason, two with older son Stefan — held by Raymond Floyd.Woods and 14-year-old son Charlie shot 61 in the scramble format to tie for fifth, a day that included one shot so audacious that Woods could only laugh. He missed the green on the nine hole at The Ritz-Carlton Golf Club well to the left, and the son of the 15-time major champion chipped it in for birdie.It wasn’t just the chip-in — it was the stare, the sideways walk, the raised finger point, the ...