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Gusty winds topple National Christmas Tree near the White House

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 15:32:23 GMT

Gusty winds topple National Christmas tree on Tuesday, Nov. 28, 2023. (Courtesy Andrew Leyden) Gusty winds topple National Christmas tree on Tuesday, Nov. 28, 2023. (Courtesy Andrew Leyden) The National Christmas tree in D.C. near the White House is once again upright after strong winds toppled it Tuesday afternoon.The tree fell over around 1 p.m. during a strong wind gust, the National Park Service said.“After assessing the tree’s condition and replacing a snapped cable, the tree is now upright as of 6 p.m.,” a National Park Service spokesman said in statement.The National Christmas tree is upright again after strong winds blew it over. (WTOP/Dick Uliano)The Park Service said earlier that it was optim...

President Biden arrives in Denver for fundraiser, Pueblo visit Wednesday

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 15:32:23 GMT

DENVER (KDVR) — President Joe Biden arrived in Denver on Tuesday afternoon for a two-day visit to Colorado. Air Force One landed at Denver International Airport around 4:20 p.m.Biden spoke with Gov. Jared Polis and Denver Mayor Mike Johnston for a few minutes on the tarmac before leaving in the presidential limousine.The White House said Biden will participate in a campaign reception Tuesday night, but no details were released. The Colorado Sun obtained a flyer for the event showing it's a fundraiser for the Biden Victory Fund with tickets that start at $1,000 and Polis as a guest. FOX31 Newsletters: Sign up to get breaking news sent to your inbox President Joe Biden is greeted by Colorado Gov. Jared Polis and Denver Mayor Mike Johnston upon arrival at Denver International Airport on Nov. 28, 2023. (Photo: ANDREW CABALLERO-REYNOLDS/AFP via Getty Images)The Biden Victory Fund is a joint fundraising committee that brings in money for the president's reelection campaign along with th...

2 killed in apparent murder-suicide in Parker parking lot

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 15:32:23 GMT

DENVER (KDVR) -- Two people were killed in an apparent murder-suicide near the Parker Holiday Inn on Tuesday, according to Parker police.The Parker Police Department reported that the call was received at about 12:47 p.m. regarding two bodies with gunshot wounds between the Holiday Inn and the Saltgrass Steakhouse in the 19000 block of Cottonwood Drive. Police say both victims are male adults, with one found dead in the parking lot and the second who was taken to the hospital and died. At almost 5 p.m., the department told FOX31 that the two deceased individuals knew each other and the department is in the process of notifying their next of kin. FOX31 Newsletters: Sign up to get breaking news sent to your inbox Parker police said they are still gathering facts, but are not looking for any additional suspects. ---If you are thinking of hurting or killing yourself:Call or text 988 or chat at 988lifeline.org.Please get help immediately.

Man suffers 'medical event' and dies after arrest in Denver

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 15:32:23 GMT

DENVER (KDVR) — A 43-year-old man died Sunday after having an "apparent medical event" while in police custody, according to the Denver Police Department.Denver Police reported that there is evidence the medical event and subsequent death could be related to narcotics; however, naloxone administered by officers shortly after the man lost consciousness had "no apparent effect." Denver among cities cleaning up homeless encampments. Advocates say it’s not an answer Denver Police provided a narrative of officers' interactions with the suspect, which started before 9 a.m. and ended at approximately 2:12 p.m.The man was arrested at about 8:47 a.m. in the 3700 block of North Quebec Street on a restraining order violation. Police said the order was related to a prior felony menacing incident by the man at the same location. 2 people found shot dead at Parker hotel A caller told police the suspect had removed an ankle monitor he was required to wear, and police later located the monitor ...

Experience nature in comfort as Flamingo Lodge at Everglades National Park reopens

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 15:32:23 GMT

Aside from a gas station or two, the Florida Everglades have remained virtually unchanged for thousands of years. But one change coming to the river of grass, is a serious upgrade in sleeping accommodations.For more, we’re joined by Deco’s travel, leisure, and poultry editor, Alex Miranda.The old 1960s Flamingo Lodge is no more. Storms beat it to the ground, literally. But the new hotel build in its place isn’t going anywhere, at least not for now. And it also promises to be a good time. We’ve got a new staycation idea for you.Alex Miranda: “They live in Miami, they live in Fort Lauderdale, and they kinda forget to come out the Everglades.”J.J Condella : “Oh, you feel like you’re submerged in nature again, yeah. You’re out of the big city. You’re back in its natural state. It’s just wonderful.”Actually, it’s a pretty old one, but hear me out.Alex Miranda: “And I think for a lot of people it’s b...

Eddie Murphy makes a pact with an elf to win annual Christmas decoration contest in comedy ‘Candy Cane Lane’

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 15:32:23 GMT

Every city and town seems to have a “candy cane lane,” where home-owners go all-out decorating for Christmas. Funny you should say that.It’s the setting for the new holiday film “Candy Cane Lane.”Eddie Murphy stars as a man on a mission to win his neighborhood’s annual Christmas decoration’s contest.Yule be happy to know, Eddie Murphy is ready for Christmas in the new movie “Candy Cane Lane.”Reggie Hudlin/director: “‘Candy Cane Lane’ is everything we love about Christmas. It starts with that sense of community and competition.”Eddie is so obsessed with winning, he’s willing to sell his soul to be number one.Be careful what you wish for.His deal with the elf brings the lyrics of the “12 days of Christmas” to life, And it’s ain’t pretty.Director Reggie Hudlin let Eddie, Tracee Ellis Ross and co-stars do their thing on set.Reggie Hudlin: “You encourage everyone to get in th...

Migrants join volunteers to rake leaves for senior citizens in Woburn

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 15:32:23 GMT

Dozens of migrants recently lent a helping hand in Woburn, joining volunteers to rake leaves for senior citizens. A total of more than 200 volunteers took to driveways, sidewalks and lawns in Woburn as part of the raking effort on Sunday. Fifty Haitian migrants who have been calling the city home were among the group. “It was a great pleasure to participate in this activity,” said one migrant, Thomas Junior, through a translator. “It was nothing compared to what the people have been doing for us in this country.” Junior was forced to leave Haiti and flee to Chile four years ago with his wife and child. In Chile, though, he said their lives came under threat, forcing them to flee again. While in Woburn, Junior and his family have been able to find some peace, a warm place to sleep, food and a school for their child. “Here, we have found people helping us with everything including bringing the kids to school,” Junior said. “They give us a place to stay. They give u...

Unidentified skeleton connected to missing Rhode Island man after 40 years

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 15:32:23 GMT

DNA evidence and genealogical data have finally led investigators to positively identify a skeleton found off the interstate near Fairhaven as a Rhode Island man who went missing in 1981, the Bristol County DA’s Office announced.“After connecting this individual to a family tree, investigators were able to positively identify the recovered remains as Keith Olson of Cranston, RI,” the DA’s Office stated. “Mr. Olson was last seen in April of 1981 and had been reported missing from Cranston.”The identification comes nearly 40 years after Olson’s remains were found on April 8, 1985. That day, a driver traveling on Interstate 195 stopped in the breakdown lane in Fairhaven, just over the Mattapoisett border.In the brush about 45 feet from the roadway, the release states, the driver spotted a human skeleton.Police were notified and searched the area, the DA continued, finding no information on the identity of the body.The FBI judged that the victim...

Gun control bills bring heated testimony to Beacon Hill

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 15:32:23 GMT

Dozens of gun control measures under consideration by the state Legislature are plainly at odds with recent rulings by the Supreme Court and wouldn’t actually prevent gun violence or crime, firearms advocates told a legislative joint committee.However, some of the would-be gun laws might make Massachusetts safer and potentially save lives, if advanced to the full Legislature and given the governor’s signature, gun safety advocates told the same group of lawmakers.Through four hours of occasionally heated and emotional testimony during a hearing held Tuesday morning, the Joint Committee on Public Safety and Homeland Security heard from both gun owners and victims of gun violence over 56 firearms-related bills, consideration of which comes just weeks after the state House passed an omnibus gun policy proposal and while the Senate considers a similar measure.“A majority of the bills have already been incorporated, in one fashion or another, into the omnibus gun bill t...

Cambridge ban on gas-powered leaf blowers could go into effect a year earlier than first proposed

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 15:32:23 GMT

Landscaping businesses in Cambridge may have to trade in their gas-powered leaf blowers for electric alternatives a year sooner than the City Council initially targeted, depending on a vote looming in December.The council’s Ordinance Committee voted unanimously on Tuesday to shorten the gradual phase-out of gas-powered leaf blowers for commercial and municipal uses to 2026 from 2027.Residents would be prohibited from using the lawn equipment starting in March 2025 under the request which the City Council is likely to vote on by the end of the year – the same timeline first proposed.Councilor Patricia Nolan, who has spearheaded the proposal on the Health and Environment Committee, highlighted how the 2025-26 timeframe is being followed in Arlington, Belmont and Lexington, nearby municipalities that have voted for bans on gas-powered leaf blowers.“If I’m a landscaping company I’m already going to have to service Lexington, Arlington and Belmont by 2026, so why wouldn’t I be able to do...