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Poacher wanted for killing, dumping body of large bull elk

Published Sun, 23 Feb 2025 15:21:44 GMT

DENVER (KDVR) — Colorado Parks and Wildlife is working to identify a person connected to a poaching case. The suspect allegedly killed a bull elk and dumped the carcass in Park County.CPW said the large bull elk was shot sometime between June 24-26 in the area between Como and Hartsel. The small communities are south of Breckenridge and Keystone. Originally, CPW rangers were called about a bull elk carcass that had been dumped alongside Pike National Forest Road 146, which is east of the Buffalo subdivision. According to rangers, the elk had been shot with a high-power rifle. ‘Nuisance’ mountain lion relocated after multiple incidents in Pagosa Springs Only the meat along the spine had been removed from the elk before it was dumped. One of the elk's antlers was cut in half and left next to the body.CPW said the elk was killed outside of hunting season, and most of the meat was left to waste, both of which violated state hunting regulations. According to CPW's website, elk can be h...

Highest-rated ice cream shops in Denver, according to Yelp

Published Sun, 23 Feb 2025 15:21:44 GMT

Ice cream is a treat all year round, although the frequency and volume consumed during the hotter months might eclipse the colder months. The range of flavors in ice cream shops has evolved since the olden days when flavors were mainly limited to vanilla, chocolate, and strawberry.The best shops nowadays offer fresh combinations and ingredients you may never have imagined could be made into ice cream. Yes, you can find your classics, but also new concoctions like black sesame cookies and cream or honey lavender. Some shops boast flavors with even more unheard-of ingredients and combinations, like the savory herb tarragon or pineapple with pink peppercorns. These are the highest-rated barbecue restaurants in Denver, according to Yelp Ice cream creators have also expanded into rethinking frozen yogurt, soft serve, and vegan options. The dairy-free folks no longer have to order the only sorbet on the menu. There are non-dairy milk ice creams made from plant-based milks like oat or al...

Lauderhill teen hospitalized after firework explodes in hand during debris cleanup

Published Sun, 23 Feb 2025 15:21:44 GMT

A teenager was transported to the hospital after a firework blew up in his hand while his family cleaned up the street following Fourth of July celebrations in Lauderhill. According to Lauderhill Fire Rescue, they transported a 13-year-old to Broward Health Medical Center at around 1 a.m. on Wednesday, where he underwent surgery.His family remained by his side while he was hospitalized before and after the surgical procedure. Moments after the firework blast near a home along Northwest 31st Avenue, a family member dialed 911 in a desperate call for help.“His hand just exploded, please, everything exploded,” said a caller to a 911 dispatcher. “Speaking to family members that were still on scene, they basically stated that they heard a boom and saw him go to the ground,” said Lauderhill Fire Rescue inspector Sheniqua Johnson.Lauderhill Fire Rescue Assistant Fire Chief Jerry Gonzalez elaborated on the teen’s injuries. “Injuries were to the right hand...

Fire sparks at Wilton Wings Bar and Kitchen in Fort Lauderdale, damaging landmark movie theater next door

Published Sun, 23 Feb 2025 15:21:44 GMT

A fire that sparked inside a Fort Lauderdale restaurant spread toward the historic movie theater located next door.Wilton Wings Bar and Kitchen, located at 1818 E. Sunrise Blvd, burned for nearly an hour in Fort Lauderdale, just before 9 a.m., WednesdayFort Lauderdale Fire Rescue crews rushed to the scene.“The crews were able to get out here quickly and maintain a majority of the fire damage to the restaurant, where it originally started,” said FLFR Fire Chief Stephen Gollan. “We have investigators on scene at this time working to determine what the origin of the fire may be.”However, Gollan said, crews had a hard time getting to the fire. “The fire gets running in the void spaces and so, they have to open up a lot of walls. They have to see where the seed of the fire was in order to properly extinguish it,” said Gollan. “That, paralleled with the extreme heat we’re experiencing, makes it a very challenging day.”But the fire...

Trailer with tools and lighting equipment worth $15K stolen from parking lot of Pompano Beach business

Published Sun, 23 Feb 2025 15:21:44 GMT

A South Florida business owner is reeling hours after thieves broke in and took off with a trailer filled with thousands of dollars in tools and lighting equipment.Surveillance video captured the trailer stolen as it was pulled away with a pickup truck from the parking lot of Trimlight South Florida in Pompano Beach, located in the area of Powerline and Sample roads, early Wednesday morning.Jamie Oristano, who owns the lighting company, said this was a high-priced steal, with about $15,000 worth of equipment inside the trailer.It is also a concern for the business owner, as the trailer is now in the wrong hands. “I think people are you know just, trying to, you know, make money however they can, even though there are so many jobs available now,” said Oristano. But someone clearly preferred stealing.Trimlight South Florida sells and installs colorful accent lights for homes, and in its parking lot, someone cut open a lock, pulled the trunk with a pickup trailer and left. ...

7-Year-Old killed in shooting over jetski dispute in Tampa

Published Sun, 23 Feb 2025 15:21:44 GMT

A seven-year-old boy lost his life during a shooting stemming from an argument over reckless jetski driving in Tampa.According to officials, at approximately 8:30 p.m. on Tuesday, law enforcement responded to reports of gunfire along the Courtney Campbell Causeway, west of Ben T. Davis Beach. Upon arrival, officers discovered a seven-year-old victim suffering from a gunshot wound to the head, as well as the victim’s grandfather, who had sustained a gunshot wound to his hand.Witnesses at the scene recounted a verbal altercation that had erupted between two groups over the dangerous operation of a jetski in close proximity to children playing in the water. The confrontation took a turn when members of both groups resorted to gunfire. Tragically, the seven-year-old boy and his grandfather were struck by bullets as the grandfather tried to shield his young grandson from harm.Authorities are actively conducting a thorough investigation, diligently gathering evidence and pursuing le...

Soy-Glazed Brussels Sprouts / Craft, Coral Gables

Published Sun, 23 Feb 2025 15:21:44 GMT

A sweet and tangy way to get your family to eat their veggies.Time to grab a Bite with Belkys.The Chef: Nicolas BleckwedelThe Restaurant: Craft, Coral GablesThe Dish: Soy-Glazed Brussels SproutsIngredients:Bag of Brussels sprouts (about 15-20)2 oranges1/2 cup hazelnutscilantro – choppedSoy glaze:5 cloves garlic (microplaned)3/4 cup ginger (microplaned)3/4 cup soy sauce3/4 cup honey1/2 cup white vinegar3/4 cup hoisin sauce1/3 cup sesame oilMethod of Preparation:For the soy glaze: put all the ingredients in a pot, bring it to a boil and let it rest aside so all the flavors infuse. Can refrigerate overnight for better flavor.Meanwhile, cut the brussels sprouts in 1/4 or 1/2 depending on the size.Blanch them in a pot of boiling water for about 2 minutes, then transport them to ice water to stop the cooking process. Finish them in an oven at 350 degrees for 15/20 minutes or until golden.In a saucepan put 1/3 cup of the soy glaze, bring to a boil, add the pre-cooked brussels sprouts...

Mayor Suarez launches an artificial intelligence chatbot for his presidential campaign

Published Sun, 23 Feb 2025 15:21:44 GMT

NEW YORK (AP) — A super PAC supporting Miami Mayor Francis Suarez ‘s run for the Republican presidential nomination has launched an artificial intelligence chatbot to answer questions about him, marking yet another example of how generative AI tools are being used in 2024 presidential campaigns.The bot unveiled Wednesday by SOS America PAC listens to a user’s questions and matches them to video answers, created with an AI-powered avatar made to look and sound like Suarez.“Hi, I’m AI Francis Suarez,” the bot says to introduce itself, its mouth moving in a way that’s not quite human. “You’ve probably heard that my namesake, conservative Miami Mayor Francis Suarez, is running for president. I’m here to answer questions you may have about Mayor Suarez’s proven agenda for economic prosperity, cutting spending and supporting our police. So, how can I help?”The tool is powered by VideoAsk, a product created by the software company Typeform that advertises its use in recru...

Long Awaited Summer Heat

Published Sun, 23 Feb 2025 15:21:44 GMT

If you’ve been longing for that real summer like heat and humidity that has been lacking for so much of the summer so far, well this stretch of weather is for you! Many inland towns hit 90° today while an onshore breeze cooled the coast.So for many of us, we’ll start the “heat wave tracker” for the first time this year as we’ll have the heat with us for the rest of the week.But you know the saying — it’s not the heat, it’s the humidity! And we have that too! The muggy and tropical-like air will be back the next few days as the heat continues. The feels like temperatures tomorrow could climb as high as 96°. That has prompted the National Weather Service for southern New Hampshire to issue a heat advisory.We’ll have similar days for Thursday and Friday with not only temperatures near 90° (cooler on the coast) but high humidity as well.The beach will be the place to be the next couple of days and the beach conditions look great! Wav...

Emergency crews recount effort to rescue missing Stoughton woman found alive in swamp area in Easton

Published Sun, 23 Feb 2025 15:21:44 GMT

Days after rescuing a woman who hadn’t been seen for days in a state park, first responders in Easton shared new details on how they made the rescue while wading through a swamp.The effort included three Easton police officers, who responded to Borderland State Park on Monday to find and rescue Emma Tetewsky, 31, who had been last seen by her family on June 25.Those who were called in that day said they were able to pull her to safety from mud she says she spent days in.“We were about knee-deep in mud when we saw her lying there,” said Officer Corey McLaughlin. “She assumed essentially a fetal position when we arrived there. Whether it was due to exhaustion, she did eventually end up on her side.”The Easton Police Department was first alerted to Tetewsky after some hikers heard a woman yelling for help. When police arrived, they had to make their way through thick, overgrown brush to get her.“I think all of us at one point fell in pretty deep,R...