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Gov. Jared Polis signs law giving a $30 million boost to eviction prevention for low-income renters

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:31:20 GMT

Thousands of evictions across Colorado could be prevented in coming months after Gov. Jared Polis signed a law Tuesday that sets aside $30 million in new assistance money for low-income renters.The money, passed by lawmakers during a special session last week, will nearly double the $35 million already available in the current fiscal year for state rental aid. It bolsters the state’s ability to keep people in rental housing after the hundreds of millions of dollars received by the state in federal pandemic-era aid funds has run dry.“The state’s investment in emergency rental aid will help nearly 6,000 households avoid eviction,” estimated Zach Neumann, the co-founder of the Community Economic Defense Project, which distributes rental aid for at-risk tenants. “It’s a meaningful commitment to keeping our neighbors housed.”Under the legislation, the state must spend the money by June 30, when the fiscal year ends.The $30 million approved by law...

Man wanted in fatal Aurora double stabbing arrested in Missouri

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:31:20 GMT

A man suspected in a fatal double stabbing on East Colfax Avenue in October was arrested in Missouri, according to the Aurora Police Department.Deven Jay Dobbins, 30, was arrested on Oct. 28 in Brookfield, Missouri on suspicion of second-degree murder in the fatal stabbings of 58-year-old Otto Washington and 44-year-old Desmond Thomas.The stabbing occurred in the 11200 and 11300 blocks of East Colfax Avenue at approximately 8 p.m. on Oct. 16 when people passing by told patrol officers there was a man lying in the street nearby.Additional passersby told officers about the second victim, who was down the street. The victims, later identified as Washington and Thomas, were transported to the hospital, where they died from their injuries.Detectives identified Dobbins as a suspect and obtained a nationwide warrant for his arrest, Aurora police said in a news release Tuesday.The department’s fugitive unit found he was in Brookfield, Missouri and contacted local law enforcement for help wi...

Newport Beach police investigating NBA star for alleged relationship with underage girl

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:31:20 GMT

The Newport Beach Police Department is reportedly conducting a high-profile investigation that could impact one of the NBA's young stars.Oklahoma City Thunder guard-forward Josh Giddey has been the cause of much speculation after a social media post accused the 21-year-old of having an inappropriate romantic relationship with a teen girl.The NBA has announced it is investigating the allegations, but so too is the NBPD, as the girl, believed to be 15 or 16 at the time of the relationship, is based in the area, TMZ reports.The age of consent in California is 18, while it is 16 in Oklahoma.The Australian has declined to comment on the allegations or investigations.The NBPD did not immediately return a request for comment.

These are the top-rated restaurants in California, according to OpenTable

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:31:20 GMT

More than a dozen California restaurants have made OpenTable's 2023 list of the Top 100 restaurants in America.The online reservation service looked at more than 12 million verified diner reviews and star ratings to compile the list. Restaurants were not ranked in any particular order.In metro Los Angeles:Bavel – This Middle Eastern restaurant in downtown L.A.’s Arts District has a 4.8-star rating.Beachcomber Cafe Crystal Cove (Newport Coast) – The beachfront seafood joint received 4.7 stars.Bestia – The multi-regional Italian restaurant and companion to Bavel in the Arts District earned 4.8 stars.Musso & Frank Grill – This classic, historic Hollywood Boulevard steakhouse has a near-perfect rating of 4.9 stars.Pizzeria Bianco – This relatively new pizzeria in downtown L.A. has already earned a 4.8-star rating.Providence – The only perfect 5-star rating on California’s list goes to this Hollywood seafood restaurant.Saffy’s – This East Hollywood Middl...

Blakk Friday Belongs to this Mogul. Blakk Tatted of Blakk Smoke Hits 2 MILLION DOLLARS in 23 minutes !

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:31:20 GMT

When it comes to black excellence, BLAKK SMOKE and its visionary CEO, Blakk Tatted, are key players. Both have made a significant impact and continue to push boundaries. BLAKK SMOKE, a black-owned hookah brand, has achieved the status of the world’s leading hookah company. The company’s unique nicotine-free, tobacco-free products are made from fruit, making BLAKK SMOKE a healthier choice. The brand’s popularity is so pervasive that it frequently sells out, leaving its global fanbase eagerly awaiting the next restock.On social media, securing BLAKK SMOKE products before they sell out has become a sought-after achievement. The high demand is a testament to the products’ exceptional quality. Recently, CEO Blakk Tatted made an exciting announcement: BLAKK SMOKE would be participating in Black Friday sales, now coined BLAKK Friday. The prospect of a 50% discount set off a shopping frenzy, culminating in another sell-out. While some customers rejoiced, others who m...

Suspect Charged With Murder Of Former Laker Michael Cooper’s Brother

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:31:20 GMT

A Pasadena man was charged in connection with the killing of Mickey Cooper, brother of former Laker Michael Cooper.The suspect, identified as Aaron Miguel Conell, 24, was charged with three counts of murder, two separate from Cooper’s, as well as separate incidents of attempted murder and assault with a deadly weapon.“The reason my brother was there was because it was a safe haven for him,” Michael Cooper said of his brother. “A place that he felt comfortable and safe and had been up until that tragic night that just happened. Yes, we’re going to miss Mickey, but I’d like to feel that he is in a better place.”Before the Nov. 18 incident involving Cooper at Washington Park, Conell was believed to have shot a man in the neck on Oct. 29, also in Washington Park. He is also being accused of pointing a 9mm semi-automatic handgun at a man who was inside his car at a gas station on Nov. 5.The Pasadena Police Dept. investigated the shooting and pres...

Goldie Chan Is Ready (Again) To Be The Breakout Star of 2024

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:31:20 GMT

Progress is never linear. It is full of starts and stops and restarts. Last month as Goldie Chan took the stage at Adobe Max, here in Los Angeles, where she has lived for the past seven years, it wasn’t a typical speech at a large conference. The muscle memory was there. As a top global speaker, she has done this for years. But the topic was absolutely new, deeply raw, deeply personal. She was speaking about restarts, something everyone will probably experience in their career, but her journey was abrupt.Her career was skyrocketing and then in 2022, she was diagnosed with cancer. She’s been receiving the best care from USC Keck and has been navigating returning to the workplace while still undergoing chemotherapy and treatment for much of 2023. It’s definitely colored how she thinks and feels about working on what matters and has the most positive impact on others.Goldie Chan was named the Oprah of LinkedIn, as one of its most influential contributors, creators, and influencers. Doo...

Randy Nahun Martinez Arrested after DUI Pedestrian Crash on East Stanolind Road [Hobbs, NM]

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:31:20 GMT

19-Year-Old DUI Driver Arrested after Pedestrian Accident near Highway 18HOBBS, NM (November 28, 2023) – Sunday morning, Randy Nahun Martinez was taken into custody following a DUI pedestrian collision that resulted in multiple injuries. Around 1:00 p.m. on November 5th, authorities responded to the incident on the 1900 block of East Stanolind Road near Highway 18.According to reports, the 19-year-old Martinez struck six pedestrians and six vehicles, causing injuries ranging from minor to major. Promptly, paramedics transported the victims to Covenant Hobbs Health Hospital.During preliminary assessments, Martinez exhibited signs of impairment and registered twice the legal limit on a breath test. Following these findings, law enforcement officials promptly booked Martinez into the Lea County Detention Center. He now faces charges of aggravated DWI, causing bodily injury, negligent use of a firearm, and six counts of aggravated battery.An ongoing investigation is actively seeki...

Sandy Gerber Finds the Secret to Successful Communication in Relationships

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:31:20 GMT

Ten years ago, Sandy Gerber was a single mother of two toddlers and worked out of her bedroom corner desk. Tackling financial responsibility head-on, she poured herself into her career in marketing and communications. However, as she received accolades and awards in her professional life, her personal life was suffering with two failed marriages. Little did she know help would come in a dusty old book from a second-hand bookstore.The antiquated book she found contained a study on the emotional appeal theory from the 1960s. While the terminology was unsurprisingly outdated, the theory it revealed resonated with her. “I had the eureka moment people often speak about: I realized why I had made the choices I did in my personal relationships, in my career, and even in my parenting. The book left me stunned. I immediately understood what my emotional appeals were, and I embraced them.” Applying her newfound knowledge of her emotional appeals to her life and business, she quickly experienc...

Ctrl+Alt+Brand: Navigating your Personal Brand in the Ever-Changing Digital World

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:31:20 GMT

Photo Credit:  Harpreet KaurIn the words of Carl Jung, “The world will ask who you are, and if you do not know, the world will tell you.” It’s a sentiment that echoes profoundly in the realm of personal branding, a concept that Harpreet Kaur, a thought leader in technology and diversity, embodies fully. She has founded Why Blend In, an endeavor designed to champion the power of personal branding in cultivating empowerment and change.In an era where digital footprints are scrutinized, Kaur champions the art of personal branding—not as a vanity project but as a strategic tool to carve out a distinct narrative in the digital cacophony. They are not just another voice online; they are a guiding force for others, orchestrating a compelling narrative that resonates deeply with their audience.The rise of digital media has revolutionized personal branding. While the old guard leaned on word-of-mouth and traditional networking, today’s landscape demands a robust digit...