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Red Rocks broke concert and attendance records in 2023

Published Fri, 27 Dec 2024 10:11:34 GMT

Red Rocks Amphitheatre hosted a record 195 concerts and even more ticketed events from its foothills perch in Morrison in 2023, bringing 1.4 million attendees to the world-famous outdoor venue.Those numbers and others are included in a new “wrapped” report from the city-owned amphitheater, which also held 14 fitness events, nine high school graduations, six Film on the Rocks movie nights, and a handful of other bookings, according to the year-end report.“Each night, over 400 employees work hard to make sure you’re concert experience is magical,” officials wrote, adding: “Our top month for events was July, with 35 events!”The most popular food at the venue? Hot dogs, with a record 65,000 sold. That’s more than twice the number of the next most popular food items, with 31,700 tacos and 30,500 nachos (cheese cups weren’t far behind, with 25,000 sold).But the most “mind-blowing” numbers, according to the city, include bri...

Nuggets’ Aaron Gordon away from team due to injuries from dog bite on Christmas

Published Fri, 27 Dec 2024 10:11:34 GMT

Aaron Gordon suffered lacerations to his face and hand from a dog bite on Christmas, according to a statement released by the Nuggets on Wednesday. He will be away from the team while he recovers for an unspecified amount of time.Gordon amassed 16 points and 10 rebounds on 7-of-10 shooting in Denver’s Christmas Day win over the Warriors.The Nuggets (22-10) were off Dec. 26 but held practice Wednesday at Ball Arena.Gordon is averaging 13.6 points and 6.9 rebounds per game this season, shooting 52.5% from the field and 25% from 3-point range. He has an 8.3 net rating in 28 games, having missed games due to a right heel strain earlier in the season.This story will be updated.Related ArticlesDenver Nuggets | Jamal Murray scores 28, Nikola Jokic sinks 18 free throws to lead Nuggets to Christmas Day win over Warriors Denver Nuggets | Reggie Jackson’s Colorado: A Palmer High legend shaped by snow ice cream, unforgettable highlights and lasting friends...

Opinion: Measles is back. Coloradans should be concerned.

Published Fri, 27 Dec 2024 10:11:34 GMT

It was only a matter of time. As pediatricians, we are concerned by the first measles case in Colorado since 2019. We have anxiously watched for three years as measles vaccination rates have fallen in our state while cases have risen around the world.Colorado was spared in 2019 during our nation’s largest measles outbreak in 30 years. However, 1 in 8 Coloradan kindergarteners are not fully vaccinated against measles today, and our state is overdue for an outbreak.Measles is extremely dangerous.Prior to safe and effective vaccines, measles was responsible for an estimated 48,000 hospitalizations, 1,000 cases of encephalitis (swelling of the brain), and 500 deaths every year in the United States.Measles is also highly infectious. After a contagious person leaves a room, the measles virus can float in the air and infect others for up to 2 hours.According to reports, the teenager who contracted measles spent significant time at DIA during a busy holiday travel season and visited several...

Europe mourns Jacques Delors

Published Fri, 27 Dec 2024 10:11:34 GMT

President von der Leyen today paid tribute to Jacques Delors, described as the architect of the modern EU, who has died aged 98."We are all heirs to the life work of Jacques Delors: a dynamic and prosperous European Union. Jacques Delors forged his vision of a united Europe and his commitment to peace during the dark hours of the Second World War," said President von der Leyen."Of remarkable intelligence and incomparable humanity, throughout his life he was a tireless defender of cooperation between European nations, then of the development of European identity.An idea to which he brought to life thanks, among other things, to the establishment of the single market, the Erasmus program and the beginnings of a single currency, thus shaping a prosperous and influential European bloc.His presidency of the European Commission was characterized by a deep commitment to freedom, social justice and solidarity - values ​​now embedded in our Union.Jacques Delors was a visionary who made Europ...

Several protesters taken into custody after blocking lanes near LAX 

Published Fri, 27 Dec 2024 10:11:34 GMT

Protesters blocked lanes outside an entrance to LAX on Wednesday morning, briefly interrupting traffic during one of the busiest travel periods of the year. The Los Angeles Airport Police Department first reported the protest at the Century Boulevard entrance near Sepulveda Boulevard at 9:25 a.m.  Thieves take wallet from woman as she waits with baby for carousel: video Footage captured by Sky5 shows dozens of demonstrators, who were calling for a ceasefire in Israel and Palestine, running from authorities through streets and parking lots.According to KTLA 5’s Rich Prickett, many of the protesters could be charged with battery on a police officer and rioting. “[Police] are interested in taking everyone involved in that protest into custody,” Prickett said. “Not all of these people are going to be successful in getting away here.” “What may have started out as a peaceful protest will not end that way,” he added. Several protesters were taken into custody af...

Donna Marie Henry Killed in 2-Car Accident on Highway 84 [Coryell County, TX]

Published Fri, 27 Dec 2024 10:11:34 GMT

57-Year-Old Woman Dies in Two-Vehicle Collision near Knowles RoadCORYELL, TX (December 27, 2023) – Donna Marie Henry died Thursday night in a 2-car accident on Highway 84 and Knowles Road.At approximately 6:15 p.m. on December 21st, law enforcement was dispatched to the location near Knowles Road. According to accounts, the operator of a Dodge Ram truck, a 29-year-old male, was traveling eastbound and crashed into a Honda Civic.Investigators indicate that the Dodge lost control on wet roads, veering into the westbound lanes and colliding with the Honda. Emergency medical personnel reached the site and pronounced the Honda driver, 57-year-old Henry from Gatesville, deceased on the scene.In response to the incident, emergency crews temporarily closed off the surrounding area to facilitate cleanup and conduct initial procedures. Further information will be shared as soon as it becomes available.Sincere sympathies to the family and friends of Donna Marie Henry. Thoughts are with t...

Pac-12 MBB preview: Our team-by-team breakdown of the coaching Hot (and Cold) Seats

Published Fri, 27 Dec 2024 10:11:34 GMT

The final season of Pac-12 basketball as we know it could be the final season of employment for a slew of head coaches.After all, it takes a truckload of subpar coaching to generate the level of mediocrity produced by the conference in recent years.This season appears to be no exception following a dismal series of non-conference results. The Pac-12 has a paltry 6-11 record against top-25 opponents and is tracking to send just three or four teams to the NCAA Tournament.At least four coaches are under significant pressure to win while several others could develop wandering eyes. Don’t be surprised if half the schools experience coaching changes this spring, before the Pac-12 officially breaks apart.The Hotline’s first Hot Seat breakdown of the 2023-24 season is below, just in time for the start of conference play. We’ll return to the topic in early February.(Note: Compensation figures are approximate and taken from published reports, including USA Today’s sala...

49ers mailbag: Christmas is over but Super Bowl dream remains

Published Fri, 27 Dec 2024 10:11:34 GMT

SANTA CLARA — George Kittle realistically and metaphorically noted after Monday night that the 49ers’ building was not on fire after  Monday night’s 33-19 loss to the Ravens. Instead, the 49ers fans pulled the alarm bells for this week’s mailbag via social-media alerts:Can Purdy win the Superbowl? (@erveliz)First, the 49ers have to get there. Actually, first, a reminder that it’s actually called the Super Bowl (two words) and this season’s is the 58th edition (LVIII in Roman numerals). Can Brock Purdy win it? Yes, but not by himself, nor does he need to do so. The 49ers are still the NFC’s favorite. If the Ravens meet them in Las Vegas on Feb. 11, Purdy shouldn’t throw them the ball anymore.Are we still the No. 1 seed? (@d3_2famous)The 49ers (11-4) are still positioned atop the NFC’s playoff race with two weeks to go, by virtue of tiebreaker edges over the Detroit Lions (11-4) and the Philadelphia Eagles (11-4). In terms of the Lions, the 49ers’ conference re...

Three-bedroom home sells for $3.5 million in Saratoga

Published Fri, 27 Dec 2024 10:11:34 GMT

19814 Bonnie Ridge Way – Google Street ViewThe spacious property located in the 19800 block of Bonnie Ridge Way in Saratoga was sold on Dec. 6, 2023 for $3,500,000, or $1,736 per square foot. The house, built in 1958, has an interior space of 2,016 square feet. The layout of this single-story home includes three bedrooms and three baths. Additionally, the house includes a two-car garage, ensuring ample room for parking and storage.Additional houses that have recently changed hands close by include:In September 2022, a 2,153-square-foot home on Charters Avenue in Saratoga sold for $3,950,000, a price per square foot of $1,835. The home has 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms.A 2,990-square-foot home on the 19600 block of Braemar Drive in Saratoga sold in April 2023, for $3,998,000, a price per square foot of $1,337. The home has 6 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms.On Cumberland Drive, Saratoga, in May 2023, a 2,308-square-foot home was sold for $3,960,000, a price per square foot of $1,716. The home h...

Man who consumed 12 alcoholic drinks, then killed wife in Byron DUI crash takes plea deal, 10-year prison term

Published Fri, 27 Dec 2024 10:11:34 GMT

MARTINEZ — A Tracy man has accepted a 10-year prison term in connection with the July drunk driving crash that killed his wife on Byron Highway, court records show.Andre Avaloz, 36, accepted convictions on gross vehicular manslaughter and drunk driving charges, just five months after prosecutors charged him with a DUI murder in the death of 38-year-old Anna Avaloz. According to police, Andre Avaloz admitted to officers he’d had 12 alcoholic drinks at a bar in Byron before the crash, and that he and his wife left the bar after he got into an altercation with another patron.Related ArticlesCrime and Public Safety | East Bay gang members take plea deals in ‘Operation Winter Storm’ case Crime and Public Safety | East Bay woman arrested on torture charges for allegedly burning son with hot knife Crime and Public Safety | Oakland hotel murder case moves forward as defense argues it was suicide Crime and Public Safety ...