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Rockies use 5-run 8th to surge to sweep over Brewers

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 15:31:56 GMT

DENVER (AP) — Charlie Blackmon had two hits and two RBIs, and the Colorado Rockies used a five-run eighth inning to earn a 9-6 come-from-behind victory against the Milwaukee Brewers on Thursday.With the victory, the Rockies extended their season-best win streak to four games and won for the sixth time in their past nine games after starting the season 6-17. For the Brewers, it was their fourth consecutive loss, their longest drought of the season, and their seventh defeat in their past 10 games following a 15-6 start.Trailing 4-0, Colorado tied the game with a four-run seventh inning that was jump-started by Ezequiel Tovar’s two-run double that chased Milwaukee starter Wade Miley from the game. Miley had given up just one hit in the first five innings.After Harold Castro’s pinch-hit, two-run single to right field in the eighth inning gave the Rockies their first lead of the game at 6-4, Elias Diaz brought another run home with a sacrifice fly to right field and Blackmon’s two-...

Select Medical: Q1 Earnings Snapshot

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 15:31:56 GMT

MECHANICSBURG, Pa. (AP) — MECHANICSBURG, Pa. (AP) — Select Medical Holdings Corp. (SEM) on Thursday reported first-quarter profit of $70.8 million.On a per-share basis, the Mechanicsburg, Pennsylvania-based company said it had net income of 56 cents.The results surpassed Wall Street expectations. The average estimate of three analysts surveyed by Zacks Investment Research was for earnings of 37 cents per share.The hospital and rehabilitation center operator posted revenue of $1.66 billion in the period.Select Medical expects full-year earnings to be $1.75 to $1.99 per share, with revenue in the range of $6.5 billion to $6.7 billion._____This story was generated by Automated Insights (http://automatedinsights.com/ap) using data from Zacks Investment Research. Access a Zacks stock report on SEM at https://www.zacks.com/ap/SEMSource

NN: Q1 Earnings Snapshot

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 15:31:56 GMT

CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — NN Inc. (NNBR) on Thursday reported a loss of $10.2 million in its first quarter.The Charlotte, North Carolina-based company said it had a loss of 29 cents per share. Losses, adjusted for non-recurring costs, came to 12 cents per share.The industrial parts maker posted revenue of $127.1 million in the period.NN expects full-year revenue in the range of $515 million to $545 million._____This story was generated by Automated Insights (http://automatedinsights.com/ap) using data from Zacks Investment Research. Access a Zacks stock report on NNBR at https://www.zacks.com/ap/NNBRSource

Braves star Acuña Jr. exits after fouling ball off left leg

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 15:31:56 GMT

MIAMI (AP) — Atlanta Braves slugger Ronald Acuña Jr. was removed from Thursday’s game against the Miami Marlins out of precaution after he fouled a ball off his left knee in the sixth inning, just three days after he was removed against the New York Mets with a bruised left shoulder.Acuña was on the ground for a while grabbing at his left leg, but finished the four-pitch at bat and returned to right field in the bottom of the sixth.He was then replaced by Sam Hilliard, who went to centerfield, and centerfielder Kevin Pillar took Acuña’s place in right field.Acuña was removed from the second game of Monday’s doubleheader against the Mets with a bruised left shoulder after getting hit by a 93 mph fastball from Tylor Megill.Leading off the game, Acuña was drilled with an 0-2 pitch. He sat on the ground for a while holding his shoulder in obvious pain while receiving attention from an athletic trainer.Acuña was 1 for 3 Monday and stole his 15th base of the season.___AP MLB: ...

Arrestan a exestudiante de UC Davis de 21 años en relación con una serie de apuñalamientos cerca del campus, dice la policía

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 15:31:56 GMT

(CNN) – Las autoridades ejecutaron un arresto en relación con tres apuñalamientos cerca de la Universidad de California en Davis, dijo el jueves el jefe de policía de Davis, Darren Pytel.Los apuñalamientos ocurrieron en el lapso de cinco días, dejando dos personas muertas y la comunidad nerviosa y temerosa.El ataque más reciente ocurrió el lunes por la noche cerca del campus y dejó a una mujer en estado crítico. Apenas unos días antes, los apuñalamientos en dos parques cerca del campus cobraron la vida de Karim Abou Najm, estudiante de último año en UC Davis, el sábado y David Breaux el jueves.“En este punto, creemos que los tres (apuñalamientos) están conectados y tenemos evidencia e información de que lo están y tienen una persona responsable”, dijo Pytel en una conferencia de prensa.Los detectives “hace aproximadamente una hora, arrestaron (al sospechoso) por dos cargos de homicidio por David Breaux y Karim Najm y por un cargo de intento de homicidio”, informó Pytel.Carlos Domíng...

Congressman Ken Buck weighs in on debt ceiling debate

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 15:31:56 GMT

DENVER (KDVR) — Congress has about a month to come up with a plan for the country’s debt before a potential default. Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen notified lawmakers on Monday that a default could happen as early as June 1 if legislators do not raise or suspend the nation’s borrowing authority before then. U.S. Rep. Ken Buck voted against House Republicans' plan to cut spending while raising the debt ceiling. The Front Range Republican argues the measure "does not do enough to rein in the federal government’s reckless spending." Property tax hike: What’s the solution? The measure was narrowly approved in the House of Representatives as Democratic and Republican leaders prepare to sit down with President Joe Biden about the debt ceiling next week. Buck talks about his stance on the debt limit and possible solutions he would support on "Colorado Point of View" this week. Buck suggests raising the retirement ageDespite never voting to suspend or expand the nation’s debt limit, Buck...

Boulder County changes alert, warning systems after Marshall Fire

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 15:31:56 GMT

BOULDER COUNTY, Colo. (KDVR) — Boulder County has announced a number of changes to its countywide alert and warning systems. On the day of the Marshall Fire, the first emergency alert was sent to 215 people 42 minutes after the fire started. The Boulder County Sheriff's Office said the changes will help get alerts out quicker. "We learned a lot from the Marshall Fire. We made changes from the feedback we got," said Steve Silbermann, with the Boulder County Sheriff's Office. Steamboat Springs teacher faces insurance nightmare after flood One of the changes includes updates to Everbridge, the software the county uses to send out emergency alerts to cell phones, landlines, email and fax. The alerts from all the dispatch centers in the county are now going to go to BOCOAlert.org."The intent of the BOCO Alert is to not confuse people on where their message is coming from, and it gives it a place for a one-stop shop for them to go," Silbermann said.The alerts sent through Everbridge wil...

Which 'Star Wars' characters will be at the Denver Fan Expo?

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 15:31:56 GMT

DENVER (KDVR) -- Coloradans won't be limited to May the 4th to appreciate "Star Wars" when several "Star Wars" universe characters visit Fan Expo Denver this summer.The expo runs Friday, June 30 through Sunday, July 2 at the Colorado Convention Center, and "Star Wars" fans can look forward to seeing these characters there. The 4th is strong at these free 'Star Wars' events around Denver Hayden Christensen played Anakin Skywalker and Darth Vader in the "Star Wars" prequels "Attack of the Clones," and "Revenge of the Sith," as well as the TV series "Obi-Wan Kenobi." He will be at the expo Saturday.Also from the "Obi-Wan Kenobi" series, the young actress who played Princess Leia, Vivien Lyra Blair, will be at the expo Saturday and Sunday.Katee Sackhoff, the voice of Bo-Katan Kryze in "The Clone Wars," will be at the expo Saturday.From "The Mandalorian," Giancarlo Esposito, who played Moff Gideon and Emily Swallow, who played the Armorer, will be at the expo Saturday and Sunday.Each o...

The 4th is strong at these free 'Star Wars' events around Denver

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 15:31:56 GMT

DENVER (KDVR) -- On the fourth day of May near the metropolis surrounding Denver... It was a period of celebration for "Star Wars" fans.The force would be strong at many bars, breweries and distilleries in the Denver metro area with events including art galleries, music performances, trivia games, costume contests and more. ‘May the 4th be with you’ gifts for the Star Wars super fan Here are some of May the Fourth events happening Thursday around Denver.'Star Wars' triviaFiction Beer Company (Colfax) -- "Star Wars" trivia and costume contest, 7:30-10 p.m.Atomic Cowboy (Colfax) -- "Star Wars" Quiz Vol. 1, 7 p.m.Lauch Pad Brewery (Aurora) -- "Star Wars" trivia and blue milkshake IPA release, 6-8 p.m.Thanes Table (Arvada) -- "Star Wars" trivia, themed treats and drinks and cosplay, 5-10 p.m.SomePlace Else Brewery (Arvada) -- "Star Wars" trivia, 7 p.m.Old Chicago (Lakewood) -- "Star Wars"-themed trivia, 7 p.m.The Golden Mill (Golden) -- Colorado Trivia League hosting "Star Wars" Trivi...

Buckle up for Racing Fan Fast at Wynwood Markeplace as Formula 1 racing returns to South Florida

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 15:31:56 GMT

Buckle up because Formula 1 weekend is upon us. If you weren’t able to get tickets or just want to have little extra boost of fun, then better make your way to Racing Fan Fest at Wynwood Marketplace where you can watch the race and fuel up on a good time with the family. Formula One racing is back in the 305. But if you can’t make it to the Miami Grand Prix, you can fuel up on all the fun at Racing Fan Fest.Sarah Porter: “Racing Fan Fest is the biggest off the track racing event in Miami that celebrates all thing fast, fun, and racing.”This year, they’re bringing back the Red Bull Fan Zone.Sarah Porter: “You can engage in the pitstop challenge with your friends and view all the Red Bull memorabilia and racing artifacts.”Got a need for speed? Then get behind the wheel and see if you can cut is as a race car driver.Sarah Porter: “We have racing simulators on site, which are going to be fun for all ages, and get ready to race all your fri...