Home

Brendan Donovan set for season-ending surgery

Published Sun, 29 Dec 2024 20:06:34 GMT

ST. LOUIS - Utility infielder Brendan Donovan is set to have season-ending surgery on Wednesday, per manager St. Louis Cardinals manager Oli Marmol. Donovan is set for a procedure on his right arm Wednesday in Texas. He will be placed on the injured list soon and is expected to miss the rest of the season. Having dealt with discomfort for several weeks, Donovan wanted to give the Cardinals as much as he could, and he served as the designated hitter for several weeks. Donovan had only played one game in the field since the start of July. NEW: Brendan Donovan will undergo season-ending surgery. Procedure set on his right arm tomorrow. Marmol confirms. He says Donovan wanted to give his longest shot possible to play, part of the reason he was DH in recent weeks. #STLCards pic.twitter.com/itqBjPkWDb— Joey Schneider (@joeyschneider95) August 1, 2023Donovan's sophomore season ends with a .281 batting average, 11 home runs and 34 RBI over 95 games. The Cardinals are expected to activ...

CSU application fees permanently waived for all Colorado students

Published Sun, 29 Dec 2024 20:06:34 GMT

Every day is now “Colorado Free App Day” at Colorado State University.Starting Tuesday, CSU will waive the undergraduate application fee for all Colorado students, something previously offered only on a sole October weekend, university officials announced.“We’re very excited to make every day a free application day for Coloradans,” CSU President Amy Parsons said in a Tuesday news release. “This new initiative, along with CSU’s extensive student support, underlines our commitment to providing access for students. We want to remove barriers to higher education, and to open doors to all qualified students with the desire to earn a world-class, four-year degree.”While students were previously able to request a waiver for the university’s application fee, removing fees for all Colorado students is an important step, said Heather Daniels, the executive director of CSU’s Office of Admissions.“The idea is that students, at whatever point they’re at in the application cycle...

Broncos training camp rewind, Day 4: Russell Wilson inconsistent as Denver’s defense continues to shine

Published Sun, 29 Dec 2024 20:06:34 GMT

AttendanceDid not practice: Physically Unable to Perform list — OLB Baron Browning (knee). Non-Football Injury list — DL Mike Purcell (knee).Rookie cornerback Riley Moss missed his second straight day of practice, while outside linebacker Frank Clark was in uniform on Tuesday but did not participate in practice. Head coach Sean Payton did not provide an update on Moss’ recent absence or why Clark was not in pads.New injuriesInside linebacker Jonas Griffith and right guard Quinn Meinerz left practice early. During the special teams portion of practice, Griffith was helped to the sideline by trainers before walking toward the team building on his own power. Meinerz exited near the end of practice, but Payton said he was “fine.”Top PlayWide receiver Montrell Washington picked the right time to showcase his value. During the 11-on-11 period, backup quarterback Ben DiNucci rolled to the right off play-action before launching the ball down the field to Washington, who sped past the ...

Lawsuit filed against Colorado Springs police claims unlawful use of search warrants and seizures

Published Sun, 29 Dec 2024 20:06:34 GMT

A lawsuit filed Tuesday in federal court against the Colorado Springs Police Department and the FBI claims that officers executed unjustified search warrants against a nonprofit agency and a woman who attended a housing rights march.The American Civil Liberties Union of Colorado filed the complaint in U.S. District Court on behalf of the Chinook Center and Jacqueline “Jax” Armendariz Unzueta, according to an ACLU news release.“The lawsuit alleges the City of Colorado Springs and its officers obtained unjustified search warrants for the private Facebook messages of the Chinook Center and all of Ms. Armendariz Unzueta’s personal devices, including her cell phone, laptop, and external hard drives,” according to the release. “The warrants failed to comply with foundational constitutional requirements intended to safeguard privacy and are especially important in the digital age.”In July of 2021, during a housing rights march in Colorado Springs in which Armendariz...

Trump indicted for efforts to overturn 2020 presidential election loss

Published Sun, 29 Dec 2024 20:06:34 GMT

Donald Trump was charged Tuesday in a Justice Department investigation into his efforts to overturn the results of the 2020 presidential election in the run-up to the violent riot by his supporters at the U.S. Capitol.The charges include conspiracy to defraud the United States government and witness tampering.The indictment, the third criminal case brought against the former president as he seeks to reclaim the White House in 2024, follows a long-running federal investigation into schemes by Trump and his allies to subvert the peaceful transfer of power and keep him in office despite a decisive loss to Joe Biden.Even in a year of rapid-succession legal reckonings for Trump, Tuesday's criminal case was especially stunning in its allegations that a former president assaulted the underpinnings of democracy in a frantic and ultimately failed effort to cling to power. Federal prosecutors say Donald Trump was “determined to remain in power” in conspiracies that targeted a “bedrock functio...

Trump to serve as keynote speaker at California GOP convention in Anaheim

Published Sun, 29 Dec 2024 20:06:34 GMT

Former President Donald Trump will serve as one of the keynote speakers at the California GOP's fall convention in Anaheim, the state's wing of the Republican party announced Tuesday.Trump will address convention attendees during a lunch event on Sept. 29 at the Anaheim Marriott Hotel.Jessica Millan Patterson, chairwoman of CAGOP, said the organization was thrilled to welcome Trump back on the convention stage for the first time since 2016.“As California Republicans prepare to play a major role in deciding who our Party’s 2024 presidential nominee will be, I look forward to President Trump speaking with our delegates about his plans to move our country forward," said Millan Patterson. "We look forward to a great event and lunch keynote address from President Trump.”The announcement comes as the 45th President of the United States faces a number of legal battles, including pending trials in multiple jurisdictions. Among the problems facing the former president, Trump is facing dozens...

Black bear takes a dip in infinity pool

Published Sun, 29 Dec 2024 20:06:34 GMT

Another day - another video of a bear taking a dip in a Los Angeles-area pool.KTLA viewer “A.G” shared this clip of a black bear cooling off in their infinity pool (or "zero edge pool") and enjoying the great view in Azusa Tuesday morning.“I heard of bears in my area but never thought one will be in my pool!!!,” A.G. said.This is at least the fourth time in a week that bears have been videotaped beating the heat in a backyard pool in the Southland.A black bear takes a dip in an infinity pool in Azusa, California. Aug. 1, 2023. (A.G)On Monday, Ed Afsharian shared a video of a mother bear and a cub playfully swimming around a pool at his home in La Cañada Flintridge, about 15 miles north of downtown L.A.Last week, another video from La Cañada Flintridge showed a mother bear and a cub splashing around in a hot tub.While wildlife officials frequently offer advice for keeping bears away from trash and food sources, keeping them out of pools is a little more complicated.If homeowners...

Lottery jackpots are making history, but how much of the money will go to the prospective winners?

Published Sun, 29 Dec 2024 20:06:34 GMT

Are you feeling lucky?Californians have another chance to hit it big as the Mega Millions and Super Lotto Plus jackpots continue to increase. The highly anticipated drawings are happening on Tuesday and Wednesday nights, respectively.The Mega Millions drawing will take place at 7:59 p.m. on Tuesday and the Super Lotto Plus drawing will take place at 7:45 p.m. on Wednesday.The Mega Millions jackpot is currently estimated to be over $1 billion, while the Super Lotto Plus jackpot is estimated to be $81 million. New feature on California Lottery website puts players’ lucky numbers to the test Both jackpots are making history. The Mega Millions jackpot has become the fourth largest jackpot in the game’s history and the Super Lotto Plus jackpot has grown to its highest amount in over 15 years, lottery officials announced on social media.But should someone win the prize money for either draw game, how much of the winnings will go to the winner after taxes? In short, it depends on where t...

Exploring Los Angeles with Jessica Hall

Published Sun, 29 Dec 2024 20:06:34 GMT

Los Angeles, the sprawling metropolis of California, is renowned for its glitz, glamour, and an abundance of must-visit destinations. From iconic landmarks to hidden gems, this city has something for everyone. Let’s embark on a thrilling journey through some of the most enchanting places that Los Angeles has to offer.Vatican Experience: A Spiritual Journey within the CityStep into a realm of awe and spirituality at the Vatican Experience in Los Angeles. This impressive cultural institution beautifully replicates the grandeur of the Vatican City. Explore stunning exhibits featuring religious art, historical artifacts, and an insight into the rich tapestry of the Catholic Church’s history. The Vatican Experience is a serene sanctuary for seekers of knowledge and spiritual enlightenment. https://feverup.com/m/131011The Grove: Where Shopping Meets EntertainmentImmerse yourself in retail therapy and entertainment at The Grove, a premier shopping destination in Los Angeles. Th...

Trump indicted for attempts to overthrow 2020 election

Published Sun, 29 Dec 2024 20:06:34 GMT

Associated PressDonald Trump has been charged by the Justice Department for his efforts to overturn the results of the 2020 presidential election.The indictment focuses on schemes by Trump and his allies to subvert the transfer of power and keep him in office despite his loss to Joe Biden. It’s the third criminal case brought against the former president as he seeks to reclaim the White House.The criminal case comes as Trump leads the field of Republicans seeking their party’s 2024 presidential nomination. It centers on the turbulent two months between Trump’s November 2020 election loss and the Jan. 6, 2021, U.S. Capitol riot. Trump denies doing anything wrong.Shortly before the indictment was unsealed, Trump accused Smith’s team of trying to interfere with the election with what he called “yet another Fake Indictment.”“Why didn’t they do this 2.5 years ago? Why did they wait so long?” he asked on his Truth Social site. “B...