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Trying to keep hope alive, families share stories about loved ones abducted in the attack on Israel

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 17:21:24 GMT

Last week’s news of the release of two hostages is offering some hope to the families of the more than 200 people the Israeli military says were taken hostage by Hamas militants.But more than two weeks after their loved ones were abducted during the Oct. 7 attack on southern Israel, the relatives are struggling with thoughts of what their loved ones might be enduring and how to explain to young children what happened to their parents.Here are some of their stories.BIBAS FAMILYLARNACA, Cyprus — Ofri Bibas couldn’t bring herself to tell her brother, Yarden, she loved him — to do so seemed an irreversible finality, she said.Yarden Bibas, his wife, Shiri, and their sons, 4-year-old Ariel and 9-month-old Kfir, were snatched from their home in the Nir-Oz Kibbutz during the Oct. 7 Hamas onslaught.Her brother initially believed the volley of rocket fire was “just another bombing like we’re used to,” said Ofri Bibas, who lives elsewhere in Israel. But he soon realized it was “something...

Study: Colorado one of the least safe states in US

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 17:21:24 GMT

DENVER (KDVR) — A new study found that California is actually safer than Colorado.WalletHub found which states were considered the safest in America. Denver has dealt with its fair share of crime since the COVID-19 pandemic, and according to WalletHub, it is one of the least safe states in the U.S.Out of the 50 states, Colorado ranked toward the bottom at No. 43.To determine which states are the safest to live in, WalletHub looked at five key metrics: personal and residential safety, financial safety, road safety, workplace safety and emergency preparedness. Denver ranks among cities with the highest homicide rates Colorado had the worst ranking among all 50 states for personal and residential safety. WalletHub defined personal and residence safety as the number of assaults, thefts, murders and mass shootings per capita in the state.Recently, Denver was one of the major cities with the most homicides, beating out cities like New York City and Detroit. Denver ranked 11th for the h...

Broncos win, but Payton continues search for 'that perfect game'

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 17:21:24 GMT

DENVER (KDVR) -- Sean Payton has a well-defined palate. He knows what he likes and doesn’t like.On the field, his Denver Broncos team dished up their first win at home in 2023, sending Green Bay packing 19-17.Far from perfect, but the Broncos improved to 2-5 for the season."Why can’t I be happy? Well, you’re searching for the perfect game," Payton said on his Monday morning audio press call. "You're searching for that perfect game. I'm gonna wear my emotions on my sleeve." P.J. Locke saves Denver from another second-half meltdown as Broncos beat Packers 19-17 Off the field, Payton celebrated the win with a family dinner. All good in Broncos Country, right? Except for one thing - he doesn’t like sushi. “I’m a good team player. Sometimes you have to sit outside restaurants you don’t totally like," he said.As for the team, the win keeps the Broncos afloat after struggles early in the season. The hope now is to build on what is working, like the running game which totaled 145 yards ag...

What will Denver's weather be like for Halloween?

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 17:21:24 GMT

DENVER (KDVR) — The spookiest day of the year is a little over a week away. While you are planning your Halloween costume, you might want to add some tights or a jacket, it will be a chilly one.All Hallows' Eve is next Tuesday, and the Pinpoint Weather team has been keeping an eye on conditions. In Colorado, past Halloweens have been warm and sunny, while others have had full-on blizzard conditions. NOAA holiday season outlook: When will it feel like winter in Colorado? This year, Halloween will be a bit chilly.Here are the forecasts for Halloween weekend as of Monday.Forecast for Saturday, Oct. 28If you are planning on kicking off Halloween early, Saturday is sure to be spooky with lots of trick-or-treating events for the kids. However, make sure to grab an extra layer along with your candy bucket.Pinpoint Weather Meteorologist Travis Michels said the weekend will kick off with cloudy skies and cool highs in the mid-50s. If you are trick-or-treating in the mountains, late-night s...

Man living in woods convicted of murder in shooting deaths of retired New Hampshire couple

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 17:21:24 GMT

CONCORD, N.H. (AP) — A man who was living in a tent in the woods in New Hampshire was convicted of murder Monday in the fatal shooting of a retired couple who had gone out for a walk.After deliberating for a day and a half, the jury found Logan Clegg, 27, guilty of second-degree murder in the deaths of Stephen and Djeswende Reid in April 2022. He faces up to life in prison when he’s sentenced Dec. 15.The couple were killed while walking on a trail near their apartment in Concord, the state capital. Their bodies, which were found several days later, had been dragged into the woods and covered with leaves, sticks and debris, police said.Clegg, who gave a different name when police questioned him, later burned his tent, erased information from his computer and bought a bus ticket out of Concord, prosecutors said during the trial, which began Oct. 3. Investigators eventually found and arrested him in South Burlington, Vermont, with a one-way plane ticket to Berlin, Germany, a fake...

First significant snowstorm of the season targets northwestern US, Northern Plains in an early sign of winter

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 17:21:24 GMT

(CNN) — The first significant snowfall of the season is on the way for the northwestern US and parts of the Northern Plains, and by the time the last flake falls, many high elevation areas will be buried in more than a foot of fresh snow.A surge of cold air and deep moisture will spread from Washington and Oregon through much of Montana on Tuesday before a potent storm drops into the Northwest on Tuesday night.Flakes will begin to fly as early as Monday night or Tuesday morning as moisture from this storm moves across the Cascades in Washington. The higher the elevation, the greater the chance for disruptive snow and tricky travel. Several key high-elevation mountain passes located in this part of the Cascades, including Stevens Pass, Snoqualmie Pass and Stampede Pass, could all be impacted.Snow will kick off for the rest of the northwestern US Tuesday afternoon into Tuesday evening. Accumulating snowfall will begin to cover portions of Idaho and Montana as well as the Cascades...

Jeremy Renner reveals how his life has changed since his near-fatal accident

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 17:21:24 GMT

(CNN) — Jeremy Renner has physically recovered from the near-fatal accident he suffered last January, but the experience has stayed with him.The “Avengers” star was crushed near his Nevada home while trying to stop his snow-removal tractor from sliding and hitting his nephew. He broke several bones including eight ribs, an eye socket, a knee and a shoulder.Renner recently spoke with CNN about his recovery from the accident and how his life has changed in the past nine months.“I just feel very blessed and very lucky to be upright and walk around and to live life,” Renner said. “I’m very, very clear. My life is really lean, if that makes sense. There’s no fat in my life anymore. I don’t have time for that. So, there’s something really beautiful about having that superpower.”Renner added that his time feels “more valuable” now. He had chosen to travel to Charleston, S.C., where he has partnered with local spirits company Sweet Grass Vodka, who he had been working wi...

An off-duty pilot tried to take control of Alaska Airlines flight before being subdued, source and airline say

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 17:21:24 GMT

(CNN) — An off-duty pilot riding as a passenger in the cockpit of an Alaska Airlines flight Sunday tried to seize control of the plane headed from Seattle to San Francisco, forcing the flight to divert to Portland, Oregon, according to the airline and a source familiar with the matter.A pilot assigned to the flight told air traffic controllers a person riding in the cockpit of flight 2059 attempted to turn off the aircraft’s engines in flight. Pilots will occasionally ride a cockpit “jump seat” when traveling in an official capacity or commuting to another airport.Joseph Emerson, 44, has been arrested by the Port of Portland Police Department and charged with 83 felony counts of attempted murder, 83 counts of reckless endangerment and one count of endangering an aircraft, online booking records show.Emerson is the off-duty pilot who is accused of trying to seize control of the flight, a source familiar with the matter told CNN. The airline Emerson works for wasn’t imm...

Israel ramps up strikes on Gaza as US advises delaying ground war to allow talks on captives

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 17:21:24 GMT

By NAJIB JOBAIN, SAMY MAGDY and JOSEPH KRAUSS (Associated Press)RAFAH, Gaza Strip (AP) — Israel ramped up its airstrikes Monday in Gaza, where the death toll was rising rapidly, and the United States advised Israel to delay an expected ground invasion to allow more time to negotiate the release of hostages taken by Hamas terrorists.A third small aid convoy from Egypt entered Gaza, where the population of 2.3 million has been running out of food, water and medicine under Israel’s two-week seal. With Israel still barring entry of fuel, the U.N. said its distribution of aid would grind to a halt within days when it can no longer fuel its trucks. Gaza hospitals are struggling to keep generators running to power life-saving medical equipment and incubators for premature babies.Heavy airstrikes demolished buildings across Gaza, including in areas where Palestinians were told to seek refuge, killing hundreds and sending new waves of wounded into already packed hospitals, according to Pales...

Massachusetts State Police searching for Gardner murder suspect Aaron Pennington: ‘Armed and dangerous’

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 17:21:24 GMT

Massachusetts State Police were continuing to search on Monday for an “armed and dangerous” Gardner murder suspect, as authorities asked for the public’s help in the investigation.Police were looking for 33-year-old Aaron Pennington, who is wanted in connection with Sunday’s homicide of 30-year-old Breanne Pennington, of 42 Cherry St. in Gardner.According to State Police, the 6’2″ tall white man weighing about 175 pounds is believed to be driving a white BMW 320, Massachusetts Veterans plate 8A30.Pennington may have attached one of the following registrations to the white 2013 BMW 320 sedan: Texas plate: DTZ3103; or California plate: 6CWN728.The 33-year-old man, with blond hair and blue eyes, might have a gun on him.“He should be considered armed and dangerous,” State Police said in a statement. “Any member of the public who sees PENNINGTON or the vehicle is directed to not approach him but rather, to call 911 immediately.”...