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Biden postpones trip to Colorado to as Israel-Hamas conflict intensifies

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 15:11:40 GMT

WASHINGTON (AP) — President Joe Biden postponed a trip to Colorado on Monday to stay in Washington and focus on the growing conflict in the Middle East, setting aside an opportunity to pitch his economic accomplishments as he runs for reelection.The White House said Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris met with Jake Sullivan, the national security adviser; Avril Haines, the national intelligence director; and Bill Burns, head of the Central Intelligence Agency. Chief of Staff Jeff Zients also attended. I-25 north of Pueblo still closed in both directions after train derailed Biden planned to visit Rep. Lauren Boebert's district, where he was to tour CS Wind, the world's largest facility for wind tower manufacturing. But the White House said just a few hours before Biden was set to take off for the trip that it would be rescheduled as Israel prepares a ground invasion of Gaza and humanitarian concerns worsen in the territory.The Democratic president is we...

Denver weather: Staying warm and sunny

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 15:11:40 GMT

DENVER (KDVR) -- If you enjoy sunshine and above-average temperatures, then this forecast is for you!Weather tonight: Clear and coolAfter a beautiful day in the metro area, the page is turning Monday night and temperatures will cool off into the middle 40s under mostly clear skies. Look for winds to be gusty at times, up to 20 mph overnight. Will Tuesday be the last 80-degree day of the year? Weather tomorrow: Even warmer with more sunTuesday temperatures will be well above average with even more sunshine on the way! Highs will max out in the lower 80s under mostly sunny skies. It will be breezy at times with gusts up to 20 mph, other than that there's a very mild day in store. Looking ahead: Staying dry and warmWhile Tuesday will be the warmest day of the week, temperatures are expected to stay mild and conditions will be dry. Highs on Wednesday will be in the lower 70s with gusty winds. Those winds will calm down by Thursday and Friday, as temperatures ramp back up into the uppe...

Tattered Cover bookstore files for bankruptcy, to close 3 stores

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 15:11:40 GMT

DENVER (KDVR) -- The local bookstore chain Tattered Cover has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy and plans to close three stores. A press release states the move aims to help the company access small business financing "to recover from changing market conditions exacerbated by the COVID pandemic." The company plans to use the funding for holiday shopping inventory, technology and operations and to pay staff. The company operates six Denver-area bookstores and one in Colorado Springs, as well as shops at the Denver airport. The website states Tattered Cover was established in 1971. The Colorado Springs, Westminster and McGregor Square locations are expected to close between late October and early November, affecting at least 27 workers, according to a press release.According to forms filed in the case, the bookstore has unsecured claims to multiple publishers, property management and even the state of Colorado. The claims range from thousands to hundreds of thousands of dollars. Anothe...

Disney celebrates 100 years of characters with animation special ‘Once Upon a Studio’

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 15:11:40 GMT

Disney is celebrating 100 years of dreams coming true. One hundred years of Mickey and friends, can you imagine?The giant animation showed its powers through a short film with familiar voices.Disney Plus premiered “Once Upon a Studio” Monday.It reunited 85 iconic characters, from tiny Tinkerbell to Aladdin’s genie and the late Robin Williams, who voiced genie was honored through magic.Even though Robin passed in 2014, his voice lives on through his blue Disney character.Studio execs opened up the vault and were able to get outtakes from the 1992 film.They showed Robin’s children how they wanted to honor their father and they eventually gave the green light.

A 6-year-old Palestinian-American was stabbed 26 times for being Muslim, police say. His mom couldn’t go to his funeral because she was stabbed, too

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 15:11:40 GMT

Joliet, Illinois (CNN) — Loved ones and strangers united in grief Monday at the funeral of a 6-year-old Chicago-area boy who was killed because he was Muslim, officials say.Wadea Al Fayoume was stabbed 26 times Saturday by his family’s landlord in Plainfield Township, Illinois, the Will County Sheriff’s Office said.Courtesy Will County Sheriff’s OfficeHis 32-year-old mother, Hanaan Shahin, also suffered more than a dozen stab wounds, the sheriff’s office said.Shahin’s serious injuries prevented her from attending her son’s funeral Monday, said Ahmed Rehab, executive director for the Council on American-Islamic Relations’ Chicago office. In accordance with tradition, deceased Muslims are buried as soon as possible after death.The mother “will be feeling Wadea’s loss more than anyone, but she is forced to mourn alone rather in the warm embrace of family and community at this time,” Rehab said, adding she “is fighting serious bodily injuries at the hospital, not to mention t...

Brightline introduces new travel passes for frequent riders

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 15:11:40 GMT

Brightline has unveiled two innovative travel options aimed at enhancing the journey experience for travelers between Orlando and Miami.The centerpiece of Monday’s announcement is the All-Station Shared Pass, designed to meet the evolving needs of passengers who frequently travel between Orlando and Brightline’s five South Florida stations. The pass eliminates peak fares throughout the week, delivering cost-effective and hassle-free travel. “The All-Station Shared Pass is designed for guests who plan to travel frequently between South Florida and Orlando, and want ultimate flexibility to book trips on demand with consistent fare rates and no unexpected fees or blackout dates,” said SVP of Marketing & Commercial Strategy Barbara Drahl. “The pass can be shared to book rides for friends, family, and colleagues, putting guests in control to embark on adventures, business meetings, and cherished family getaways with ease.”Starting at $1,199 for SMART Service, the Al...

2 shot dead in Brussels ‘terrorist attack’ with suspect on the run

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 15:11:40 GMT

BRUSSELS — A shooter killed two people near the center of Brussels on Monday evening, in what senior Belgian officials have condemned as a “terrorist attack.”Belgian Prime Minister Alexander De Croo said that he had passed on condolences to his Swedish counterpart “following tonight’s harrowing attack on Swedish citizens.” Police said a suspect fired gunshots near Place Sainctelette and Boulevard du Neuvième de Ligne shortly after 7 p.m. and patrols were immediately dispatched to the scene. A third person was also injured by gunfire. The shooter remains at large. Two people were confirmed dead, said Brussels police spokesperson Ilse Van de Keere. “The investigation is ongoing,” she added.Sweden was playing Belgium in a football match at the national stadium in northern Brussels, with hundreds of supporters following their team. The game has now been abandoned. Sweden has been on the front line of blowback from hard-line Islamists, due to repeated Quran burnin...

Healey: Mass. Will No Longer Guarantee Shelter In ‘New Phase’ Of Crisis

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 15:11:40 GMT

While its right-to-shelter law will remain in place, Massachusetts may not be able to guarantee shelter for immigrant families as soon as the end of this month when the state’s shelter system reaches capacity, Gov. Maura Healey said Monday.There are close to 7,000 families enrolled in the state’s emergency shelter system, Healey said Monday — more than double the number of individuals enrolled at this time last year, and up significantly from the 5,600 families being housed when Healey declared a state of emergency in August.“We do not have enough space, service providers or funds to safely expand beyond 7,500 families. We expect to hit that limit at the end of the month,” Healey said during a State House press conference. “From that point on, we’ll no longer be able to guarantee shelter placement for new families entering.”At over 23,000 people, the rapidly growing number of people in emergency shelter housing has now exceed...

Boston police announce passing of K-9 Dexter

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 15:11:40 GMT

The Boston Police Department has announced the passing of retired K-9 Dexter.Police say he proudly serviced for more than 7 years and retired in January 2022. “Dexter will be missed by all at BPD and we send our condolences to his former handler & family during this sad and difficult time,” the department wrote.

Police investigating after bicyclist struck, seriously injured in Lowell

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 15:11:40 GMT

Police are investigating after a bicyclist was struck by a semi-trailer truck in Lowell on Monday afternoon, officials said.Officers responding to a report of a bicyclist struck at the intersection of Broadway and Adams streets around 12:30 p.m. found a man suffering from serious injuries, according to Lowell police.He was taken by ambulance to a nearby hospital before being transported by helicopter to a hospital in Boston for further treatment.The driver of the truck that hit him remained on scene and spoke with investigators.No additional information was immediately available.This is a developing news story; stay with 7NEWS on-air and online for the latest details.