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‘Mansions’ planned at Surfside collapse site. Do developers ‘hope people forget’ tragedy?

By Aaron Leibowitz, Miami Herald MIAMI — A Dubai-based developer has unveiled the details of an ultra-luxury project on the Surfside property where a building collapse in 2021 left 98 people dead and shattered a community. Related Articles National News …

Many more cities ban sleeping outside despite a lack of shelter space

By Robbie Sequeira, Stateline.org Since the U.S. Supreme Court’s City of Grants Pass v. Johnson ruling last June allowing localities to ban outdoor camping even if there is no homeless shelter space available, roughly 150 cities in 32 states have …

Northern California horse racing faces grim future

PLEASANTON — This may be the end for Northern California horse racing. The California Authority of Racing Fairs this week announced that it would abandon plans to organize horse racing this year throughout several county fairs in the upper half of …

As Trump cuts federal jobs, even national parks are on the chopping block

By Jack Dolan, Los Angeles Times As the Donald Trump administration rushes to cut spending and eliminate federal jobs, even the people who work at the national parks — among the country’s most beloved and least politicized institutions — find …

Stunning conjunction of Venus, crescent moon will be visible Saturday

DENVER — A remarkable sight will appear in the southwestern sky an hour after sunset Saturday evening when Venus appears very close to a thin crescent moon. This celestial phenomenon is called a conjunction, which means two or more heavenly …

‘You’re Cordially Invited’ review: Two weddings and a few laughs

Will Ferrell and Reese Witherspoon are ready to play, and “You’re Cordially Invited” has its moments, which is enough, probably, for home viewers in a five-or-six-laughs-will-do frame of mind. The comedy, written and directed by Nicholas Stoller, premieres Jan. 30 …

Second Story brings a new vibe to a beloved Los Gatos location

Think Los Gatos has lost its charm as a nightlife destination? The people behind Second Story — the new, upscale bar on North Santa Cruz Avenue — have a martini cart that could change your mind. Second Story, which opened …

Bucks’ Giannis Sends Chilling Warning to Chris Paul: ‘Gotta be Consequences’

Giannis Antetokounmpo and Chris Paul got into a war of words during the Milwaukee Bucks 118-144 loss to the San Antonio Spurs on Friday, Jan. 31. Tempers flared after Paul pushed Giannis as he left his feet for a layup …

Giants Trade Proposal Lands No. 1 Overall Pick for ‘Reasonable’ Return

As the next few months play out, the biggest questions for the New York Giants will be, who is taking over at quarterback? And on a similar note, how aggressively should Big Blue pursue a QB in the 2025 NFL …

Vikings Proposal Lands Super Bowl QB to Replace Sam Darnold

The Minnesota Vikings have shown their patience with J.J. McCarthy and may be on the look for a replacement or Sam Darnold this season. While Daniel Jones is considered a candidate to fill that bridge quarterback role, another potential name …

In brief: Concord group collecting gift cards for L.A.-area fire survivors

CONCORD The Concord-based nonprofit group White Pony Express (WPE) has launched a campaign to collect and distribute gift cards to the survivors of the Los Angeles County fires. Related Articles Local News | In brief: U.S. Rep. DeSaulnier introduces Mental …

Walters: California’s carbon crusade faces resistance due to its real world impact

For the past two decades three California governors have committed the state to reducing its greenhouse gas emissions to battle climate change. The official goal is to achieve carbon neutrality by 2045 via legislation, regulation, education, disruption and appropriation, so …

Greene: Does Trump actually believe his own nonsense about L.A. fire?

Does Donald Trump truly believe the nonsense he spouts about California water — the mythical “valve” connecting the state to Canada, or the imagined “half-pipe” that stands ready to soak the Los Angeles area? Does he honestly believe that “forest …

The Book Club: “Endurance,” Mary Oliver poetry and more short reviews from readers

Editor’s note: The opinions of the smart, well-read women in my Denver book club mean a lot, and often determine what the rest of us choose to pile onto our bedside tables. So we asked them, and all Denver Post …

A push for nuclear energy, targeting apartment “junk fees,” gun control and more from the Colorado legislature this week

Colorado ban on sale, purchase of certain semiautomatic rifles clears Senate committee in first vote In a near-midnight vote, a Colorado Senate committee late Tuesday gave initial approval to a bill that would ban the sale or purchase of semiautomatic …

Can AI help humans understand animals and reconnect with nature? A nonprofit research lab thinks so

By JAMES POLLARD MONTREAL — Peeps trickle out of a soundproof chamber as its door opens. Female zebra finches are chattering away inside the microphone-lined box. The laboratory room sounds like a chorus of squeaky toys. “They’re probably talking about …

San Francisco museum to return 4 looted bronzes from Thai collection linked to Colorado scholar

Douglas Latchford, left, and Emma C. Bunker (Photos by Tang Chhin/AFP via Getty Images and provided by the University of Colorado Denver) The Asian Art Museum in San Francisco bills itself as one of the world’s most comprehensive collections of …

Californian from a hotel family buys Cap Hill hostel for $2.4M

A 28-year-old Californian checked into a hostel in Cap Hill last week. And not for a night. Nick Desai Jr. bought the place. “I feel like I can give my two cents and go ahead and implement new strategies, add …

Colorado Horse Rescue rolls out horse evacuation app in California

Boulder County nonprofit Colorado Horse Rescue is celebrating a new chapter with the expansion of its app, HorseAlert. HorseAlert was developed by Colorado Horse Rescue to help horse owners transport their animals to safety during natural disasters. Modeled after rideshare …

Balloon imagery firm raises $30M

Investment in Urban Sky is ballooning. The Denver-based business, which makes and deploys balloons to take satellite images, has closed a $30 million funding round, according to SEC filings. It is not clear who led this raise, but New York-based …

RTD introduces a new detective force to improve users’ safety

The Regional Transportation District police department has introduced a new detective force to investigate criminal activity across the district. This new force, a response to riders’ safety concerns, is expected to be fully operational by the end of 2025. Officials …

Valentine’s Day events, Goldens in Golden and more cheap and free deals in February

A Chocolate Affair Chocolate lovers can start February on a sweet note. Historic Olde Town Arvada celebrates all things chocolate at the annual A Chocolate Affair on Feb. 1, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. The family event includes chocolate …

Judge’s ruling on controversial project near Lakewood’s Belmar Park rankles opponents

Residents fighting a proposed five-story apartment building at the edge of a popular park in the middle of Lakewood have hit some roadblocks in recent weeks — most notably with a judge’s order stopping the city from enforcing a new …

Blockbuster Proposed Jets Trade Delivers Young Franchise QB From AFC Squad

The present and future of the quarterback position are uncertain for the New York Jets. One path the team could take to change their QB destiny is a massive trade-up in the first round of the 2025 NFL draft. That …

Legendary Announcer Calls for LeBron James Farewell Tour

The Los Angeles Lakers are scheduled to face the New York Knicks on Saturday, Feb. 1. LeBron James, playing in his 22nd NBA season, is expected to be part of JJ Redick’s rotation. After all, James has never hidden the …

Warriors’ Steve Kerr Sends Warning Ahead of Trade Deadline

The Golden State Warriors dropped their 24th game of the season on Friday, Jan. 31. They lost to the Phoenix Suns, 130-105. Steve Kerr’s team is currently 11th in the Western Conference. They’re one spot out of the play-in tournament …

Stephens: DEI will not be missed in the U.S. military

In December 2015, the Obama administration decided to allow women to serve in all combat roles. “There will be no exceptions,” Ashton Carter, then the secretary of defense, announced. Women would be accepted as “Army Rangers and Green Berets, Navy …

Dear Abby: Cancer patient needs her money for treatment but wastes it on luxuries

DEAR ABBY: A close friend, whom I’ve been urging for years to save for a rainy day, is now facing a very real storm. She was diagnosed with breast cancer and is undergoing treatment. Knowing her financial situation — living …

Chicago outdoors: Clouds of blackbirds and the joy of pileated woodpeckers

Notes come from around Chicago outdoors and beyond. WILD OF THE WEEK Jerry Bayne’s trail camera in Williamson County in southern Illinois caught several photos of massive flocks of blackbirds and red-winged blackbirds. “We usually get a few near pictures, …

Oscar predictions 2025: Look for architecture epic ‘The Brutalist’ to grab the gold

It’s going to be a little different this year. When the 97th Academy Awards are broadcast live on ABC and Hulu, and beamed to more than 200 countries on Sunday, March 2 (starting an hour earlier than usual, at 6 …

Horoscopes Feb. 1, 2025: Harry Styles, opportunities are within reach if you pay attention

CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Harry Styles, 31; Ronda Rousey, 38; Big Boi, 50; Michael C. Hall, 54. Happy Birthday: Hesitation is the enemy this year. Opportunities are within reach and require your attention and action to take advantage of …

Asking Eric: Older brother fears siblings is headed for relationship trouble

Dear Eric: My brother is 22 years old and has always had a girlfriend, though none of the relationships have ever lasted. His previous girlfriends have been controlling and possessive, to the point that he breaks up with them. His …

Frank Lloyd Wright house is one of two homes given to Loyola by Pritzker family member

When the Frank Lloyd Wright-designed Emil Bach house and its stately Arts & Crafts next-door neighbor, the Lang residence, were built a century ago, Chicago’s Sheridan Road was a lakeside thoroughfare lined with fine homes for the very well-off set. …