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Drag shows on US military bases canceled by Pentagon after Republican criticism

Published Wed, 19 Feb 2025 20:54:59 GMT

WASHINGTON (AP) — President Joe Biden’s administration has stopped U.S. military bases from hosting drag shows after criticism from some Republicans, amid a broader push in conservative-led states targeting LGBTQ+ celebrations. Hosting drag shows is “inconsistent with regulations regarding the use of (Defense Department) resources,” said Pentagon spokeswoman Sabrina Singh in a statement Thursday.At least one show was canceled as a result. Organizers of an event at Nellis Air Force Base in Nevada canceled a drag show timed to Pride Month, which began Thursday, according to a Facebook post quoted by Fox News. In her statement, Singh did not directly address LGBTQ+ rights but said the Defense Department was “proud to serve alongside any and every young American who takes the oath that puts their life on the line in defense of our country.” Rep. Matt Gaetz, R-Fla., who sharply criticized top Pentagon leaders earlier this year and questioned them about drag shows, tweeted that the ...

Idaho hospitals working to resume full operations after cyberattack

Published Wed, 19 Feb 2025 20:54:59 GMT

IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (AP) — Two eastern Idaho hospitals and their clinics are working to resume full operations after a cyberattack on their computer systems. Officials with Idaho Falls Community Hospital said the attack happened Monday, causing some clinics to close, some ambulances to be diverted to nearby hospitals and their cafes to only accept cash. Mountain View Hospital, also located in Idaho Falls, was similarly affected by the computer virus, officials said. Hospital information technology staff identified the attack quickly and immediately acted to limit the impacts and keep all patient information safe and secure, officials said.Work to fully recover from the attack was ongoing on Wednesday.“Both hospitals remain open and are safely caring for all their patients and the vast majority of clinics are seeing patients as usual,” officials said in a blog post on the Idaho Falls Community Hospital website. Healthcare organizations have been an appealing target for cyber attackers...

US retaliates for Russia’s suspension of New START treaty by revoking visas of nuclear inspectors

Published Wed, 19 Feb 2025 20:54:59 GMT

OSLO, Norway (AP) — The Biden administration is retaliating for Russia’s suspension of the New START nuclear treaty, announcing Thursday it is revoking the visas of Russian nuclear inspectors, denying pending applications for new monitors and canceling standard clearances for Russian aircraft to enter U.S. airspace.The State Department said it was taking those steps and others in response to Russia’s “ongoing violations” of New START, the last arms control treaty remaining between the two countries, which are currently at severe odds over the Russian invasion of Ukraine.“The United States is committed to full and mutual implementation of the New START treaty,” it said. “Consistent with that commitment, the United States has adopted lawful countermeasures in response to the Russian Federation’s ongoing violations of the New START treaty.”The department said the visa revocations and application denials, as well as a U.S. decision to stop sharing information on the status or locations ...

Federal appeals court overturns 1991 death sentence in Fresno double murder

Published Wed, 19 Feb 2025 20:54:59 GMT

SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — A federal appeals court in a rare move overturned the death sentence of a man who was convicted of robbing and killing two people in Fresno in 1988, saying prosecutors knowingly presented false testimony from a key witness. The Ninth U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals in its Wednesday ruling upheld Colin Dickey’s robbery conviction and said prosecutors could decide whether to retry him for murder. Dickey remains in prison.“This is an exceptional case in which the prosecutor deliberately elicited, and then failed to correct, false and misleading testimony from the State’s star witness,” the court said in a ruling overturning Dickey’s 1991 death sentence. The Fresno County prosecutor elicited the testimony from key witness Gene Buchanan, who told the jury he had not met with prosecutors or accepted any benefits from them. In fact, the court said, they had met a dozen times during the investigation, and the district attorney’s office had dismissed drug charges aga...

American Taylor Fritz shushes booing French Open crowd after he beats French player

Published Wed, 19 Feb 2025 20:54:59 GMT

PARIS (AP) — The French Open crowd was not happy with American player Taylor Fritz after he beat one of their own — indeed, their last man in the bracket — so they booed and whistle relentlessly. Fritz’s response? He told them to shush. Over and over again.Fritz, a 25-year-old from California who is seeded No. 9 at Roland Garros, got into a back-and-forth with the fans at Court Suzanne Lenglen after his 2-6, 6-4, 6-3, 6-4 comeback victory over 78th-ranked Arthur Rinderknech in the second round on Thursday night.Rinderknech attempted a lob that landed long on the last point, and Fritz, who had been running toward the baseline to chase the ball, immediately looked up into the stands and pressed his right index finger to his lips to say, essentially, “Hush!”He held that pose for a bit as he headed back toward the net for a postmatch handshake, then spread his arms wide, wind-milled them a bit as if to egg on the rowdiness, and yelled: “Come on! I want to hear it!”During the custo...

1 person injured in Aurora police shooting

Published Wed, 19 Feb 2025 20:54:59 GMT

AURORA, Colo. (KDVR) -- One person was injured in a police shooting Thursday afternoon in Aurora.Aurora Police Department does not believe any officers were injured.Multiple police vehicles and officers are in the area around East 8th Avenue and Dayton Street, including in the parking lot of a strip mall.No additional details have been released by police.FOX31 has a crew at the scene and will update this story with new details as they are released, with live coverage on FOX31 News at 5 p.m.

Escaped inmate taken into custody

Published Wed, 19 Feb 2025 20:54:59 GMT

BRIGHTON, Colo. (KDVR) — Update, 5:11 p.m. An Adams County Sheriff's spokesperson said the inmate was taken into custody.Original: Police were searching Thursday afternoon for an inmate who escaped from the Adams County jail in Brighton. 1 person injured in Aurora police shooting The inmate, Jared Sheppard, is described as a white man with brown hair and blue eyes. He stands 5 feet 10 inches tall and weighs about 165 pounds, according to the Brighton Police Department. Sheppard, 39, was last seen wearing an orange and white striped jumpsuit with shackles. Police released the following photo just before 4:30 p.m.Police were searching Thursday afternoon for an inmate who escaped from the Adams County jail in Brighton. (Credit: Brighton Police Department)Police urged anyone who spots the man or something suspicious to stay away and call 911.Sheppard was being held on counts related to motor vehicle theft and narcotics, a police spokesperson said.

Denver weather: More afternoon storms and a cooldown

Published Wed, 19 Feb 2025 20:54:59 GMT

DENVER (KDVR) — Denver's weather will stay in this pattern of afternoon showers and thunderstorms.Weather tonight: Showers taper offThis evening, thunderstorms will taper off and rain showers will start to clear overnight. Low temperatures will fall to around 50, which is seasonal for this time of year.Weather tomorrow: Afternoon stormsFriday will look similar to Thursday. Clouds will build in ahead of afternoon showers and thunderstorms as high temperatures climb to around 70 degrees. Looking ahead: More showers, cooler temperatures Heading into the weekend, there will be more showers and thunderstorms, especially in the afternoon and early evening. Temperatures will be cooler and reach highs in the 60s to low 70s. The cooler temperatures will help to limit the threat of storms becoming severe. By the start of the next workweek, temperatures will be more seasonal and climb to the mid-70s alongside a daily chance for showers and thunderstorms developing in the afternoon.

Colorado nonprofit inspires through outdoor sports

Published Wed, 19 Feb 2025 20:54:59 GMT

DENVER (KDVR) -- The therapeutic benefits of the outdoors have been known for years. For some people who are battling cancer, multiple sclerosis and other life-threatening illnesses, the outdoor experience can be life-changing.The nonprofit First Descents was founded by pro kayaker Brad Ludden in 2001. First Descents provides white water kayaking, rock climbing and surfing for those with life-changing illnesses.“First Descents in the outdoor world is the first time a river or a mountain has been successfully descended,“ said Ryan O’Donoghue, First Descents CEO. O’Donoghue said it is the perfect metaphor. “You know, when they’re navigating a serious health diagnosis they are oftentimes encountering challenges they’ve never seen before,“ said O’Donoghue. Brighton teacher finds lost letterman jacket after 22 years First Descents provides free outdoor adventure programs for young adults with cancer, multiple sclerosis and other life-impacting illnesses.“We were born out of the belief ...

William Shatner boldly hosts Fox’s new celebrity survival show ‘Stars on Mars’

Published Wed, 19 Feb 2025 20:54:59 GMT

Once upon a time, 12 celebrities land on “Mars,” and we don’t know what happens. Yet.It’s the premise of Fox’s new show, “Stars on Mars.”Can’t wait to see this.Will the celebrities find life on the red planet? Spot a Star Trek logo or ride in a terrain buggy?Hopefully, all of the above.Mars is the next mission for all us earthlings, but can we handle it?Fox’s “Stars on Mars” is finding out, and not with regular humans either, with celebrities. Twelve, to be exact.William Shatner: “If you need anything at all, anything, you’re completely on your own.”It was a no-brainer project for Captain Kirk himself, William Shatner, who’s mission control.William Shatner: “‘We’re gonna go and make it look like Mars. We have celebrities, they’re gonna one by one be eliminated, and we’d like you to be, like, the master of ceremony. We’re gonna go to the outback of Australia a...