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Denver floats housing migrants in neighboring cities

Published Sun, 16 Feb 2025 16:14:17 GMT

DENVER (KDVR) — As buses of migrants continue to arrive in Denver, the city is running out of places to house them, according to Mayor Mike Johnston.Johnston, who appeared in a Wednesday news conference with the mayors of New York City and Chicago, said Denver has had more migrant arrivals per capita than any other city in the country."We have just about maxed out all the hotel capacity in the city and county right now," Johnston said.FOX31 confirmed Wednesday that Denver reached out to Wheat Ridge to discuss a potential migrant shelter at a Super 8 motel near Interstate 70 and Kipling Street. Those discussions ended last week after Denver officials decided the motel did not meet all of their criteria.A Super 8 motel in Wheat Ridge, Colorado, that was discussed as a potential migrant shelter. (KDVR)A Wheat Ridge spokesperson said if Denver decides to move forward with the proposal, there would be nothing stopping them from doing so."Anyone can rent a motel room, absolutely," ci...

Express lane violations down 60%, but one driver fined 53 times

Published Sun, 16 Feb 2025 16:14:17 GMT

DENVER (KDVR) — Express lane violations have always been the rule, but the fines went into effect a few months ago — and some drivers aren't following. According to the Colorado Department of Transportation, express lane violations have dropped 60% overall, but some continue to break the rules. One driver violated the rule 53 times. Is it legal to drive with snow on your car in Colorado? As for the 53-time violator, not all were “noticed” violations, according to CDOT. Some were warnings during the grace period, but it's still something CDOT is taking note of."We have people who like to jump in and out of the lanes whenever they please. The problem with that is there’s a huge speed differential between the two lanes, so typically the express lane moves considerably faster," CDOT spokesperson Tim Hoover said. Crossing those double white lines results in a $75 fine or $150 if it's not paid within 20 days. The 53-time rulebreaker's fines total $5,175.Interstate 70 in Idaho Springs wh...

Changes coming for EV credits in 2024

Published Sun, 16 Feb 2025 16:14:17 GMT

DENVER (KDVR) — There is a push for more Americans to go green with the cars they buy.Here in Colorado and at the national level, tax incentives and rebates are in place to help more drivers make the switch, but some of the incentives will look different in the new year.The state and federal governments are trying to make it more affordable for people to get an electric vehicle. Qualifications for some of the incentives will become stricter starting in 2024."There's a lot of exciting developments in the EV industry happening," said Kevin Favro, founder and co-CEO of EV Life, an EV finance platform. "There are new charging networks opening up that are going to make it easier for people to public charge. There are a lot of new body types coming out on models. There are sub-$30,000 vehicles coming to market, really helping to drive down the affordability barrier."Changes are coming to programs meant to drive down the cost of electric vehicles. The biggest changes are coming at the fede...

Large police investigation underway at Lynn gas station

Published Sun, 16 Feb 2025 16:14:17 GMT

A large police investigation was underway at a gas station in Lynn Wednesday night. The gas station is located near the intersection of Western Avenue and Camden Street. Several police cruisers were on scene shortly before 11 p.m. and multiple areas around the gas station were taped off. No further information was immediately available.This is a developing story; stay with 7NEWS on-air and online for the latest updates.

USC's Moss throws Holiday Bowl-record 6 TD passes in 42-28 win against No. 16 Louisville

Published Sun, 16 Feb 2025 16:14:17 GMT

SAN DIEGO (AP) — With Caleb Williams watching from the sideline, Miller Moss threw a Holiday Bowl-record six touchdown passes in his first college start and Southern California ended a frustrating season by beating No. 16 Louisville 42-28 Wednesday night.Moss took full advantage of the opportunity he was given when Williams opted out. Williams, the 2022 Heisman Trophy winner and presumptive first overall pick in the NFL draft, watched from the sideline wearing a white T-shirt with his No. 13 jersey hanging around his neck. Moss was 23 of 33 for 372 yards, with one interception. He broke the Holiday Bowl record of four touchdown passes held by four players, including Jim McMahon in BYU's miracle 46-45 comeback win against SMU in 1980. The record came late in the third quarter when Moss lobbed a 12-yard pass to a leaping Ja'Kobi Lane in the back of the end zone. Lane's second TD catch of the night gave USC a 35-21 lead.Moss added on with a beautiful 44-yard strike to Duce Robinson for...

Nikki Haley, asked what caused the Civil War, leaves out slavery. It’s not the first time

Published Sun, 16 Feb 2025 16:14:17 GMT

COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — Republican presidential candidate Nikki Haley was asked Wednesday by a New Hampshire voter about the reason for the Civil War, and she didn’t mention slavery in her response — leading the voter to say he was “astonished” by her omission. Asked during a town hall in Berlin, New Hampshire, what she believed had caused the war — the first shots of which were fired in her home state of South Carolina — Haley talked about the role of government, replying that it involved “the freedoms of what people could and couldn’t do.” She then turned the question back to the man who had asked it, who replied that he was not the one running for president and wished instead to know her answer.After Haley went into a lengthier explanation about the role of government, individual freedom and capitalism, the questioner seemed to admonish Haley, saying, “In the year 2023, it’s astonishing to me that you answer that question without mentioning the word slavery.”“What do you want...

Man stabbed to death at Burger King in Des Plaines

Published Sun, 16 Feb 2025 16:14:17 GMT

DES PLAINES, Ill. -- A man has died after reportedly being stabbed at a Burger King in Des Plaines Wednesday evening.According to the Des Plaines Police Department, officers responded to the Burger King located on the 800 block of South Elmhurst Road just before 6 p.m. on Wednesday. Amazon truck stolen at gunpoint in Irving Park Upon arrival, officers discovered one man suffering from multiple stab wounds. He was transported to a local hospital where he later died.The suspect reportedly fled the scene, but was located a short time later.The investigation is ongoing.Anyone with information regarding this incident are asked to contact the Des Plaines Police Department at 847-391-5400.

Smash-and-grab reported at Rogers Park vape shop

Published Sun, 16 Feb 2025 16:14:17 GMT

Editorial note: The video above stats the incident occurred in the Auburn Gresham neighborhood. That has been corrected. The incident occurred in Rogers Park.CHICAGO -- Police are searching for two suspects believed to be involved in a smash-and-grab at a vape shop on Chicago's North Side early Wednesday morning.According to the Chicago Police Department, officers responded to reports of a robbery at the Bestow Vape & Smoke Shop on the 7500 block of North Paulina Street in the city's Rogers Park neighborhood just before 4:30 a.m. on Wednesday.The suspects reportedly smash the front door of the shop.It is unclear what product or how much merchandise was stolen. No one has been taken into custody at this time.No further information has been provided. The investigation is ongoing.

Evacuations cleared for homes after reported gas leak in Kyle, crews still on scene

Published Sun, 16 Feb 2025 16:14:17 GMT

KYLE, Texas (KXAN) — Authorities lifted an evacuation order for homes in the City of Kyle after a report of a gas leak on Wednesday, the city said on social media.Shortly before 4:30 p.m., emergency crews cleared the scene of the gas leak, which was initially reported in the 500 block of Martin Avenue, according to the city.Purple Martin Avenue was reopened, and CenterPoint remained on the scene to finish repairs until complete.No other details were released on when those repairs would be complete.

Family of missing St. Louis mother ‘won’t stop’ until she’s home

Published Sun, 16 Feb 2025 16:14:17 GMT

ST. LOUIS – The family of Marquisha Williams is still searching for any sign of her. The missing 29-year-old St. Louis mother of four is feared dead after her ex-boyfriend was charged with her murder on Wednesday.Fighting inclement weather, they said they are determined to keep looking until they find her.One search team spent the day and evening just north of Interstate 270 near the Mississippi River, as a bone-chilling afternoon gave way to nightfall. Williams’ stepfather, Terrence Chavis, led the group of family members through fields east of Riverview Drive, the crew’s third location of the day. Chavis said they aren’t stopping until they find her.“We don’t have her yet. That’s the most critical point; we don’t have her back yet,” Chavis said. “When we get her back, we’ll stop. Until then, we won’t stop.”Chavis describes his stepdaughter as a young woman full of life, always willing to help others. He said dozens of strangers helped them search Wednesday, with various search par...