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Denver Nuggets focused on vanquishing LeBron James and Lakers, not ghosts of the past

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 17:22:34 GMT

DENVER (AP) — If the Denver Nuggets can continue their dominance at Ball Arena, they’ll not only conquer LeBron James and Anthony Davis but they’ll also vanquish the ghosts of their horrendous playoff performances against the Los Angeles Lakers.The Nuggets have lost all seven playoff series against the Lakers in their history, including inside the NBA bubble in 2020. They meet for the fourth time in the Western Conference finals beginning Tuesday night in Denver. The Nuggets are an NBA-best 40-7 at home and have won all six of their playoff games at Ball Arena.“Maybe one of the best home environments we have in the league,” Lakers first-year coach Darvin Ham said. “Their crowd is going to be on the edge of their seats, standing, stomping, screaming.”After a spirited practice Monday, Nuggets coach Michael Malone didn’t want to talk about Denver’s dismal 8-25 record against the Lakers in the playoffs. The Lakers have gone on to win an NBA championship eac...

Las leyes más controversiales del gobernador Ron DeSantis en Florida

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 17:22:34 GMT

(CNN Español) — Desde que asumió como gobernador de la Florida en 2019, Ron DeSantis ha acaparado titulares dentro y fuera de Estados Unidos más que muchos otros líderes estatales. Tanto que, sin oficializar aún el anuncio, el rumor de que será aspirante presidencial en las primarias del Partido Republicano toma cada vez más fuerza.Mientras se sigue especulando acerca de su futuro, DeSantis ha hecho lo suyo al mantenerse en el radar del público, ya sea por las decisiones que ha tomado —como el manejo flexible de las restricciones de covid-19— o por las polémicas leyes que ha firmado y que le han permitido mantener la atención de seguidores y detractores, así como protagonizar muchos titulares.ANÁLISIS | ¿Qué tan mal está Ron DeSantis? Se ubica en las encuestas al nivel de Robert F. Kennedy Jr.Estas son siete leyes controvertidas que ha impulsado el gobernador Ron DeSantis en Florida:“No digas gay”Ley: HB 1557Firma: 28 de marzo de 2022La ley titulada “Derechos de los padres en ...

Preakness Odds

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 17:22:34 GMT

The field for Saturday’s 148th Preakness Stakes, with post position, horse’s name, jockey’s name and odds:PP HorseJockeyOdds1. National TreasureJohnVelazquez4/12. Chase The ChaosSheldonRussell50/13. MageJavierCastellano8/54. CoffeewithchrisJaimeRodriguez20/15. Red Route OneJoelRosario10/16. PerformFeargalLynch15/17. Blazing SevensIradOrtizJr.6/18. First MissionLuisSaez5/2Trainers (by post position): 1. Bob Baffert; 2. Ed Moger Jr.; 3. Gustavo Delgado; 4. John E. Salzman Jr.; 5. Steve Asmussen; 6. Claude Shug’ McGaughey; 7. Chad Brown; 8. Brad Cox.Owners (by post position): 1. SF Racing LLC, Starlight Racing, Madaket Stables, LLC, Robert E. Masterson, Stonestreet Stables, LLC, Jay Schoenfarber, Waves Edge Capital LLC, Catherine Donovan; 2. Adam Ference, Bill Dory; 3. OGMA Investments, LLC, Ramiro Restrepo, Sterling Racing LLC, CMNWLTH; 4. John E. Salzman Jr.; 5. Winchell Thoroughbreds LLC; 6. Woodford Racing, Lanes End Farm, Phipps Stable, Ken Langone, Edward J. Hu...

State Supreme Court overturns judge’s ruling prohibiting Tesla dealership in Delaware

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 17:22:34 GMT

DOVER, Del. (AP) — Delaware’s Supreme Court on Monday overturned a judge’s ruling upholding a decision by state officials to prohibit electric vehicle maker Tesla from selling its cars directly to customers.In a ruling last year, a Superior Court judge determined that Delaware’s Motor Vehicle Franchising Practices Act prohibited Tesla, as a manufacturer, from selling its electric cars directly to customers in Delaware.The Supreme Court reversed that decision and sent the case back to Superior Court, noting that the franchise act was enacted to address the disparity in bargaining power that permitted automobile manufacturers to exert economic pressure over their franchises. The justices said the law’s definitions exclude Tesla because the company sells its vehicles directly to consumers without using independent franchise dealers.“It bears repeating that the Franchise Act regulates the business relationship between a manufacturer and a dealer,” wrote Chief Justice Collins Seitz...

Hit-and-run driver crashes into home, forces evacuations

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 17:22:34 GMT

JEFFERSON COUNTY, Colo. (KDVR) — A hit-and-run driver crashed into a home and severed a gas line, according to the Jefferson County Sheriff's Office.Evacuations were underway around 5 p.m. Monday for about 15 homes in the area of 9004 W. Coco Dr. An evacuation center was opened at Falcon Bluffs Middle School.The hit-and-run driver was "fleeing the scene of a motor vehicle accident" when she crashed into the home, according to the Sheriff's Office. She was taken into custody. No one was reported hurt by the crash.

Denver weather: Rain, storm chances each day this week

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 17:22:34 GMT

DENVER (KDVR) — The Denver weather forecast shows more sunshine in the next day or two before an end-of-week system brings widespread showers and storms Thursday into Friday.Weather tonight: Mostly dryAfter a rainy six days in a row, Denver will be a little drier Monday night, with only a 10% chance for an isolated shower or storm. Better chances will stay west into the foothills and mountains. Colorado mushroom season is early this year, experts say Temperatures overnight will fall into the mid-40s in Denver with partly cloudy skies. Weather tomorrow: Isolated stormsTuesday will heat up to the mid-70s with a 20% chance for scattered showers and storms. Storms will be spotty, meaning most places will stay dry. Storms are not expected to turn severe on Tuesday but could contain gusty winds and lightning. Looking ahead: Wet Thursday, Friday Wednesday will have a chance for more scattered storms in the afternoon with temperatures staying in the 70s. Thursday and Friday will be the w...

Judge rules Denver officer in LoDo shooting can be tried

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 17:22:34 GMT

DENVER (KDVR) -- A Denver officer indicted by a grand jury for injuring multiple bystanders while shooting at a man in Lower Downtown in 2022 can stand trial, a judge ruled Monday.Specifically, the judge found that the evidence presented to the grand jury was sufficient to establish probable cause against Officer Brandon Ramos, according to the Denver District Attorney's Office.Ramos was indicted for the incident in January.The shooting, which occurred near 20th and Larimer streets on July 17, happened when officers tried to stop a man -- Jordan Waddy -- after a fight in the street.Three officers, including Ramos, opened fire on Waddy after officers approached to break up the fight. Waddy allegedly made a motion and police said they suspected he had a gun. Woman injured during LoDo police shooting suing Denver officer The Denver District Attorney's Office found the two other officers involved in the shooting -- Kenneth Rowland and Meghan Lieberson -- were justified in their action...

Colorado to train teachers, students to stop bleeding from bullet wounds

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 17:22:34 GMT

DENVER (KDVR) — School shootings in the U.S. are at record numbers. Now, Colorado is going to train teachers and students how to treat blood loss from bullet wounds.A new law will allow participating K-12 schools to get "Stop the Bleed" kits and training materials from the state. Middle school closed after Safe2Tell threat State Rep. Mary Young, D-Weld, is a sponsor of the bill and a school psychologist."The more teachers and staff we can prepare for emergency situations, the more likely we are to save a life," Young said in a statement released by Colorado Democrats. "Time is precious in any emergency. This bipartisan law ensures teachers, staff and older students have the proper 'Stop the Bleed' training and materials they need to respond effectively and efficiently to save lives."On Monday, Gov. Jared Polis was at Prairie Heights Middle School in Evans to sign the bill into law, according to his office.FILE - Lori Alhadeff, left, and Dr. Patricia Byers, a surgical critical care...

'South Park,' Casa Bonita license plate auction to benefit Coloradans with disabilities

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 17:22:34 GMT

DENVER (KDVR) -- You could drive around with a custom Casa Bonita or "South Park" license plate, and your money would go toward the Colorado Disability Funding Committee.An auction for the one-of-a-kind plates was launched Monday. Participants can bid on the right to own and use one of the 17 plate configurations. Casa Bonita will open in May, but when? Here are the 17 plates up for grabs:BLCKBRTBRANIFFBUTTERSCANIBALCAVECLFDIVRCONEYCSABNTAGOCOWSHOTDOGJO3M4M4NVH386RANDYSTHPRKTACOSTEAMUSATOLKIENAll the plates started at $100. Bidding will close on May 25 at 7 p.m.A similar auction for "Star Wars" license plates closed on May 11, raising $8,600 for the fund. The Colorado Disability Funding Committee provides grants to support disability application assistance and programs that offer resources for Coloradans with disabilities.

UK Labour would seek security and defense treaty with Germany

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 17:22:34 GMT

LONDON — A U.K. Labour government would seek a bilateral security and defense treaty with Germany in its first six months of winning power. Labour’s Shadow Defense Secretary John Healey said Tuesday the agreement would be modeled on the historic Lancaster House treaties reached by Britain and France in 2010. It would be part of a wider British push to reconnect with European allies if Labour Leader Keir Starmer wins the next U.K. general election.Healey will present the proposal alongside Nils Schmid, the parliamentary group spokesperson for foreign affairs for Germany’s Social Democratic Party (SDP), which leads Germany’s three-party coalition government, at an event in London on Tuesday.“Allies are our strategic strength,” Healey said. “We want a Lancaster House style UK-German defence and security agreement struck within the first six months of a Labour Government. This will grow UK jobs, strengthen NATO and keep Britain safe,” he added.The Labour Party’s policy platfo...