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Results: Colorado’s 2023 ballot measures

Published Mon, 16 Dec 2024 19:48:57 GMT

DENVER (KDVR) — The votes are in, and here are the results for the ballot measures Coloradans voted on in the 2023 election. These measures addressed property taxes, nicotine tax, preschool tax, and school board members.This story will be updated as the results of the ballot measures are released.Prop HH: Reduced property taxes - FAILEDProposition HH would have allowed the state to reduce the refunds given under the Taxpayer’s Bill of Rights, keeping and spending some additional excess revenue. That money would have gone to schools, with a portion also going to local governments to offset losses in property tax revenue. Full 2023 election results: Denver & Colorado races The measure lost shortly after the polls closed on Tuesday, with a majority voting no. Prop II: Using nicotine tax money for pre-K - PASSEDProposition II deals with taxes on cigarettes and tobacco products approved by voters in 2020. Analysts underestimated how much it would take in so, under the Taxpayer’s Bi...

Airbnb releases list of Colorado's most loved homes

Published Mon, 16 Dec 2024 19:48:57 GMT

DENVER (KDVR) — Airbnb released some of the best places to stay in Colorado, and most are near the Denver area.On Wednesday, Airbnb released a new feature called "Guest Favorites" which shows the most-loved spots around the world by ranking them on ratings, reviews and reliability.Renters must have over 4.9 stars on average and less than 1% quality-related customer service issues on average. These spots are known for ease of check-in, cleanliness, listing accuracy, communication, location and value. Colorado town named one of the best places to visit worldwide Airbnb calculated the top five places to stay in Colorado, most of which are fairly close to the Denver metro area.Top 5 Airbnb spots in ColoradoThe Historic Carriage House (Courtesy of Airbnb)The Solargon (Courtesy of Airbnb)Mtn View: Basecamp for Rocky Mountain National Park (Courtesy of Airbnb)Curtis Park Alley Flat (Courtesy of Airbnb)The Hillside Hideout (Courtesy of Airbnb)Historic Carriage House in DenverThe Sola...

This weekend is the last chance for Red Rocks concerts in 2023

Published Mon, 16 Dec 2024 19:48:57 GMT

DENVER (KDVR) — With the cold coming in, Red Rocks is ending its concert season. This weekend will host the last four Red Rocks shows of 2023. It's not too late for one last hurrah.One of the acts, Madeon, will perform after his initial show on Oct. 29 was postponed due to the weather.While there is a winter weather advisory in effect on Wednesday, the weather will clear up and all four shows are set to play through the weekend. Full list of concerts at Red Rocks in 2024, so far You can still attend a show if you want one last taste of Red Rocks before the winter season.Last Red Rocks concerts of 2023Madeon - Nov. 9SLANDER - Nov. 10DJ Snake Nov. 11Of The Trees - Nov. 12, sold outIf you haven't gotten tickets for this weekend, there are still three shows you can attend. Red Rocks won't be hosting shows in the winter, but you can start attending concerts as early as next March. There are already some shows booked for next year.NEEDTOBREATHE, Jason Mraz with the Colorado Symphony and...

15-year-old driver killed, 14-year-old passenger critical in SW Miami-Dade crash

Published Mon, 16 Dec 2024 19:48:57 GMT

A single-vehicle accident occurred early Wednesday in Southwest Miami-Dade, resulting in the death of a 15-year-old driver and critical injuries to a 14-year-old passenger, officials said.According to officials, the incident unfolded at 3 a.m. at Miller Drive and Southwest 56th Street when police observed the speeding vehicle. It crashed and flipped into overpass pillars when the police activated their lights. The mother of the deceased driver has been informed of the tragic incident. It remains uncertain whether the 15-year-old had a learner’s permit.Please check back on WSVN.com and 7News for more details on this developing story.

Former teacher accused of sexual abuse at Orlando Christian school

Published Mon, 16 Dec 2024 19:48:57 GMT

ORLANDO, Florida (WESH) — A former teacher at an Orlando Christian school is facing charges, including sexual activity with a 16 or 17-year-old by a school authority figure, after being accused of having an inappropriate relationship with a student for years.The former teacher, Harriet Sugg, has also been named in a civil suit brought by the victim, as has The First Academy and The First Baptist Church of Orlando.The victim came forward to police in 2022 when she was in her twenties.In September 2014, Harriet Sugg spoke with students about “overcoming childhood sexual abuse and same sex attraction” according to an arrest warrant.The victim said she had a similar experience and began speaking with Sugg as a sort of mentor.“She did exactly what she was supposed to do, and in return, you have a teacher who violated her in the worst possible way,” said Andrea Lewis, an attorney representing the former student in a civil lawsuit filed earlier this month.R...

Uber and unions face off over EU gig work law

Published Mon, 16 Dec 2024 19:48:57 GMT

BRUSSELS — Brussels’ European Quarter is the epicenter this week of a lobbying fight between ride-sharing platform Uber and the drivers that do its legwork.Groups from Belgium, Spain, France and Austria that say they represent drivers and riders are amassing on the doorsteps of the European institutions at Schuman at 6 p.m. on Wednesday evening. One hour later, top negotiators will kick off critical negotiations nearby to hash out key details of a law that could end up determining Uber’s future across the Continent.The European Union is finalizing a law on gig work aimed at ensuring delivery drivers and on-demand chauffeurs get better social protections against the power of the online platforms they work for. At the heart of the political fight is the question of whether Uber’s drivers and riders should be considered employees or freelance contractors — a decision that could weaken Uber’s business model in Europe after it has largely dodged labor rights that ...

Shakespeare portrait sent to edge of space to celebrate 400 years since ‘First Folio’

Published Mon, 16 Dec 2024 19:48:57 GMT

(CNN) — William Shakespeare’s influence over the world remains unwavering more than four centuries after the renowned dramatist began his career.To mark the continued resonance of the famed playwright’s words 400 years after the publication of his “First Folio” on November 8, 1623, British filmmaker Jack Jewers has sent a portrait of Shakespeare along with a speech from one of his best-known works to the edge of space.Around 1,000 copies of the folio, originally published as “Mr. William Shakespeares Comedies, Histories & Tragedies,” were printed seven years after his death. The volume of more than 900 pages included a collection of 36 plays. Without it, 18 plays, including “Macbeth,” would have been lost, according to Reuters.Attached to a weather balloon, with a camera and GPS tracker, the portrait, accompanied by a speech from “A Midsummer Night’s Dream,” was taken to Earth’s upper atmosphere, according to a press release from inVerse Films. A team from aerospace co...

Why the Chicago Bulls don’t start Alex Caruso, despite the veteran guard’s stabilizing effect when he’s on the court

Published Mon, 16 Dec 2024 19:48:57 GMT

Chicago Bulls coach Billy Donovan already shook up his starting lineup this season when he replaced Patrick Williams with Torrey Craig after only five games.As the Bulls attempt to claw out of a 3-5 hole, Donovan has considered another personnel question: Should Alex Caruso be starting as well?Caruso has been one of the Bulls’ most consistent players since he signed with them in 2021. He’s a first-team All-Defensive selection, a poised offensive distributor and a vocal leader who offers as much instruction as any coach.This has been a particularly strong start to the season for Caruso, who’s averaging 6.4 points on 54.3% shooting — including 80% inside the 3-point arc. He’s averaging 1.4 steals despite playing only 22.6 minutes per game. And when he checks into the game, the Bulls visibly settle down, a reflection of both his poise as a leader and his nullifying effect as a defender.So why does he come off the bench?For Caruso, the question isn’t ...

Israel pressured by allies over plight of civilians in Gaza as thousands flee enclave’s north

Published Mon, 16 Dec 2024 19:48:57 GMT

By NAJIB JOBAIN and SAMY MAGDY (Associated Press)KHAN YOUNIS, Gaza Strip (AP) — Israel faced pressure from some of its closest allies Wednesday over the plight of civilians in Gaza, where thousands streamed on foot out of the enclave’s north because of dwindling food and water and fear of approaching Israeli forces.Over 70% of Gaza’s population of 2.3 million have already left their homes, but the number making their way south has quickened recently as Israeli troops battle Hamas inside Gaza City and the humanitarian situation grows increasingly dire. Hamas has been designated as a terrorist organization by the United States, Canada and the European Union.The Group of Seven wealthy nations announced a unified stance on the Israel-Hamas war after intensive meetings in Tokyo, condemning Hamas and supporting Israel’s right to self-defense. But the group also called Wednesday for the “unimpeded” delivery of food, water, medicine and fuel, and for “humanitarian pauses” in the fighting.Is...

Democrats won big on abortion rights Tuesday. Here’s what the results say for the US going into 2024

Published Mon, 16 Dec 2024 19:48:57 GMT

By NICHOLAS RICCARDI (Associated Press)WASHINGTON (AP) — Democrats had plenty of good news to celebrate in Tuesday’s off-year elections and more evidence that they can win races centered on the national debate over abortion.Abortion rights supporters won an Ohio ballot measure and the Democratic governor of beet-red Kentucky held onto his office by campaigning on reproductive rights and painting his opponent as extremist. A Democrat won an open seat on the Pennsylvania Supreme Court after campaigning on his pledge to uphold abortion rights. And Democrats took full control of the Virginia statehouse, blocking Republicans from being able to pass new abortion restrictions and delivering a defeat to Gov. Glenn Youngkin that may douse any buzz about a late entry into the GOP presidential primary.The victories won’t be enough to make Democrats feel secure heading into next year’s presidential election. The off-year elections have major implications in all of those ...