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Train stopped on tracks in Commerce City

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 08:48:44 GMT

DENVER (KDVR) -- On Thursday morning, a train stopped on the tracks in Commerce City where firefighters put out a fire in the first car.On Nov. 2, the train stopped on the tracks near the intersection of Highway 2 and 104th Avenue near Rocky Mountain Arsenal National Park.SkyFOX is on the scene where footage showed the train smoking from the front car at 7:20 a.m.What originally appeared to be smoke turned into a fire in the first car by 7:35 a.m. Adams County grand jury indicts alleged members of drug cartel pipeline Train stopped on tracks in Commerce City at 7:20 a.m. (KDVR SkyFOX)Train stopped on tracks in Commerce City at 7:26 a.m. (KDVR SkyFOX)Train stopped on tracks in Commerce City at 7:40 a.m. (KDVR SkyFOX)Train stopped on tracks in Commerce City at 7:43 a.m. (KDVR SkyFOX)Train stopped on tracks in Commerce City at 7:47 a.m. (KDVR SkyFOX)As of 7:50 a.m., the smoke and fire appeared to be put out.It doesn't appear to be a crash. Traffic Analyst Drew Engelbart says there s...

It's cheaper to rent in Denver than in these metro suburbs

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 08:48:44 GMT

DENVER (KDVR) — A new report found it may be cheaper to rent in Denver than in most of its suburbs.Rental site Apartment List released its November report on rent prices. Nationwide, analysts found rent prices fell for the third month in a row."This is the second-steepest October rent decline that we've seen in the history of our index," which dates back to 2017, Apartment List analysts wrote.In Denver proper, analysts found rent is an estimated 9% lower than across the metro area. Among the 17 cities analyzed, Denver ranked near the cheapest median price for a two-bedroom rental. How much do houses cost in Colorado? See the list by county At $1,750, the median rent for a two-bedroom in Denver is nearly the same as in Lakewood and only slightly cheaper than in Englewood, according to the report. Renters in the southern suburbs of Lone Tree and Highlands Ranch will pay the most, with median rent surpassing $2,300.Only three cities showed median rent prices cheaper than Denver: Auro...

Miami Gardens students embark on educational adventure to Washington D.C.

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 08:48:44 GMT

A group of 25 eager students from Scott Lake Elementary School’s Student Council in Miami Gardens is set to embark on an exciting journey to the nation’s capital. The young scholars woke up early on Thursday morning, bound for Washington D.C., where they will gain firsthand insights into how the government operates and have the opportunity to explore historic landmarks.Londyn Johnson, one of the students, expressed her excitement. “I’m excited to see all of the famous landmarks, historical sites, and everything that we see in our textbooks, but now I get to see it in person.”This enriching trip has been made possible through the support of parents and the generous sponsorship of U.S. Congresswoman Frederica Wilson. The students are ready to absorb knowledge and experiences during their stay in Washington, with a chance to learn, explore, and create lasting memories.

DiGiorno unveils Thanksgiving pizza for holiday season

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 08:48:44 GMT

DiGiorno has launched a delectable solution for those looking to simplify their holiday feast. Introducing the “Thanksgiving Pizza” – a savory creation topped with turkey, sweet potatoes, green beans, cranberries, and, of course, gravy. Those interested should act fast because the initial batch has already flown off the virtual shelvesHowever, fear not, as more pizzas will be sold online only every Wednesday beginning on Nov. 1 through Nov. 22. The pizza is appropriately priced at $11.23 (aka, November 2023).As culinary curiosities rise, DiGiorno’s unconventional Thanksgiving Pizza promises a hassle-free and flavorful holiday option, making it a standout choice for those looking to savor the season with a twist.

Teen sought in deadly Worcester State University shooting captured in NY

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 08:48:44 GMT

An 18-year-old wanted in connection with a deadly shooting at Worcester State University has been arrested in New York, the district attorney’s office announced.Kevin Rodriguez, 18, was arrested on a warrant in connection with the fatal shooting at Worcester State University on Saturday.He was wanted on charges of unlawful possession of a firearm and armed assault with intent to murder.Police announced that they were seeking Rodriguez soon after the shooting on campus left one person dead and another hospitalized.Randy Armando Melendez Jr., 19, of Southbridge was identified as the victim killed, while authorities described the other individual shot as a 21-year-old man who suffered non-life-threatening injuries. Officials said neither the victims nor the alleged assailant were Worcester State students. Worcester County District Attorney Joseph Early said the incident did not appear to be random, adding that the parties involved appeared to know each other.This is a developing ...

Two SuperLotto Plus tickets worth over $15K sold in Southern California

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 08:48:44 GMT

SAN DIEGO, Calif. (KSWB) -- Two lucky SuperLotto Plus ticketholders in Southern California won thousands of dollars Wednesday night after both hitting five numbers. Wednesday's winning numbers were 8, 10, 23, 26, 45 with Mega number 19, which was the only digit missed by both of these players. Kids in San Diego County can trade in their Halloween candy for cash Though they slightly missed their shot at the $10 million jackpot, both ticketholders won $15,453 respectively. One 5/5 ticket was sold at Primm Vallety Lotto, which is located at Interstate 15 Stateline Nev. in the unincorporated San Bernardino County community of Nipton.The other 5/5 ticket was sold at a gas station called United Oil, which is located at 8899 La Mesa Blvd. in the east San Diego County city of La Mesa. Headed to Coronado? Expect heavy daytime traffic through Friday There were a total of 86,447 winning tickets in Wednesday night's SuperLotto Plus drawing, according to the California Lottery. Since t...

Woman found dead in motel room after standoff identified

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 08:48:44 GMT

SAN DIEGO -- A woman found dead inside a motel room after a SWAT standoff last week in the Del Cerro neighborhood was identified, authorities said.Shantia Marie Brown, 31, of San Bernardino, was announced as the deceased, Lt. Adam Sharki with the San Diego Police Department (SDPD) said in a news release Wednesday.The incident occurred Friday morning at the Days Inn at 5343 Adobe Falls Road, according to authorities. Police received a call about a man refusing to leave his motel room, and then another call reported the man had a knife, broke a window and threatened several members of the hotel staff."In addition, blood was seen in the room and there was an odor emanating from the room that indicated there might be a deceased person inside," Sharki said.When officers arrived at the location, they tried to have the man exit the hotel room peacefully, but the armed man did not want to exit the room and barricaded himself inside, police said.The SWAT team was then called in to assist wit...

Camp Pendleton monitors vegetation fire

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 08:48:44 GMT

CAMP PENDLEDTON, Calif. -- Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton warned residents Tuesday that smoke may be visible amid a vegetation fire, which remained active as of Wednesday night. The impacted area, according to the Marine Corps base, is confined within the Whiskey Impact Area. The map below shows the exact location of the fire: Man arrested after deadly North County fire A vegetation fire was reported within the Whiskey Impact Area on Camp Pendleton Tuesday, Oct. 31, 2023. (Credit: Camp Pendleton) Headed to Coronado? Expect heavy daytime traffic through Friday The Camp Pendleton Fire Department (CPFD) responded to the scene Tuesday, and reported around 8:15 p.m. Wednesday that the fire had been 20% contained with 3,500 acres burned.Camp Pendleton says there are no current threats to personnel or structures. CPFD will remain on scene to monitor to the blaze until it is fully extinguished.

China and Southeast Asia nations vow to conclude a nonaggression pact faster as sea crises escalate

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 08:48:44 GMT

MANILA, Philippines (AP) — Chinese and Southeast Asian diplomats renewed a vow to finalize a nonaggression pact for the South China Sea in three years, two regional diplomats said Thursday. The pledge came during a meeting last week in Beijing, where they expressed alarm over recent confrontations in the disputed waters. The Philippines has protested what it says are increasingly dangerous and provocative maneuvers by China’s coast guard and navy ships in recent months. On Oct. 22, two Chinese ships blocked and separately collided with two Philippine vessels near the disputed Second Thomas Shoal in the South China Sea.Following the collisions, the United States renewed a warning that it’s obligated to defend the Philippines, a longtime treaty ally, if Filipino forces come under an armed attack anywhere in the contested waters. The Philippine government summoned a Chinese diplomat in Manila for a strongly worded protest.Association of Southeast Asian Nations diplomats separately expr...

Local state of emergency in Harrison Hot Springs, B.C., as two water pumps fail

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 08:48:44 GMT

HARRISON HOT SPRINGS, B.C. — A state of local emergency has been declared in the Village of Harrison Hot Springs, east of Vancouver, as two of three pumps at the community’s water treatment plant have failed. A statement from Mayor Ed Wood says the availability of water for drinking and firefighting could be at risk.He says the water treatment plant is operating normally on a single pump and a backup external pump has been rented, in case the third one fails.The two broken pumps have been sent for repairs and Wood says one is expected to be returned within days.In the meantime, he says the reservoir is at full capacity, so water supplies are not threatened, and plans to handle the situation are being developed with the Emergency Management Ministry, neighbouring communities and other partners.Officials in Harrison Hot Springs have not said what might have caused the two pumps to fail.This report by The Canadian Press was first published Nov. 2, 2023.The Canadian Press