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16-year-old accused of murdering girlfriend

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:57:48 GMT

DENVER (KDVR) -- A 16-year-old boy from Greeley is charged with murder after allegedly shooting and killing his girlfriend after she tried to break up with him.The teens dated for about six months, according to a release from the 19th Judicial District Attorney's Office in Weld County. Contaminated Denver land to be cleaned up for housing Investigators say that around 3:45 p.m. on June 16, Jovanni Sirio-Cardona broke into the 15-year-old girl's home on North 35th Avenue through a bedroom window then shot her several times.After this, Sirio-Cardona then allegedly took an iPhone from a witness in the home so they couldn't call 911 and left.In addition to murder charges, the boy is charged with burglary, aggravated robbery and possession of a handgun by a juvenile.Sirio-Cardona is being charged as an adult. Bond has been set at $2 million and he is set to appear in court again next month.

Travelers, experts react to severe weather conditions causing major travel problems at MIA, FLL

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:57:48 GMT

In the face of relentless severe weather conditions across the country, travelers at Miami International Airport (MIA) have been grappling with significant disruptions to their flights, leading to frustration and inconvenience. From endless delays to exhausted passengers resorting to sleeping on airport floors, the impact of these weather-related challenges has been extensive.Since Saturday, the nation’s airlines have been forced to cancel over 6,000 flights, with an additional 32,000 experiencing delays. Such statistics reflect the magnitude of the travel woes that have beset airports nationwide, leaving passengers stranded and longing for their intended destinations.Zachary Navit, a weary traveler, voiced his exasperation as he mentioned he barely got sleep while he awaited his flight.“It’s certainly been a test of patience, frustrating in many ways,” he said.Edwar Barajona, another traveler caught in the chaos, described scenes of long queues, distressed c...

Miami-Dade Police searching for missing endangered man

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:57:48 GMT

Miami-Dade Police is asking for the public’s help in locating a missing 84-year-old man who may be in need of services. Otis James Hardemon was last seen on Tuesday, June 27, at approximately 4:00 p.m., leaving his residence near the 14800 block of Southwest 104 Avenue. Hardemon left in his vehicle which is described as a gray, four-door Mercedes-Benz with Florida tag 67AY1B. He is 5 feet, 10 inches and weighs about 125 pounds. Hardemon has brown eyes and is bald. He was last seen wearing black pants, a gray shirt, black and white sneakers and glasses. The missing person has not contacted any family or friends. Anyone with information about this missing person should contact Detective M. Webb or any detective of theMiami-Dade Police Department, Special Victims Bureau/Missing Persons Squad at (305) 715-3300 or CrimeStoppers at (305) 471-TIPS (8477).

Oladipo exercises $9.5 million option with Heat for this coming season

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:57:48 GMT

MIAMI (AP) — Victor Oladipo exercised his $9.5 million option on Tuesday and is now under contract with the Miami Heat for this coming season.He tore his left patellar tendon during the first round of the playoffs against Milwaukee in April. The 31-year-old guard underwent his third major surgery in the last four years — the other two were on his right knee area — and there is no timetable for his return.Oladipo was a two-time All-Star with Indiana before getting hurt in January 2019. Indiana traded him to Houston in January 2021. The Rockets traded him to Miami two months later; he played four games in March 2021 with the Heat before getting hurt again.Oladipo appeared in just eight regular-season games in the 2021-22 season while recovering from a second surgery to repair his right quadriceps tendon. He got into 15 playoff games for Miami in 2022, then agreed on a two-year deal to stay with the Heat last summer.He played in 42 games this season with Miami, his most in any regular ...

Costco is cracking down on sharing membership cards

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:57:48 GMT

New York (CNN) — Some shoppers are buying Costco’s $4.99 rotisserie chickens and paying at self-checkout. The problem: They aren’t all members.Since Costco has expanded self-checkout, the company has noticed that non-members have been sneaking in to use membership cards that don’t belong to them. The warehouse club retailer will now ask for shoppers’ membership cards along with a photo ID to use the self-checkout registers – the same policy as regular checkout lanes.“We don’t feel it’s right that nonmembers receive the same benefits and pricing as our members,” Costco said in a statement.Costco has around 66,000 paid members and 119,000 cardholders, making it one of the largest membership clubs in the world. Costco members pay either $60 for a regular membership or $120 for an executive card every year to shop at clubs.The company has not raised the cost of its membership since 2017, despite rivals such as Amazon and Sam’s Club raising their membership fees. Costco has hinted it may...

Teen arrested in connection with two shootings in Barnstable

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:57:48 GMT

A teenager has been arrested in connection with two recent shootings in Barnstable, officials announced on Tuesday.Barnstable police said the 16-year-old was linked to an incident in the parking lot at Craigville Beach last month as well as an incident earlier this week. The Craigville Beach shooting happened on May 27. The other shooting happened on Sunday on Main Street in Barnstable, where a car with several bullet holes was later seen being towed away from the crime scene. Barnstable police said one person was injured by broken glass in the Craigville Beach shooting. The Main Street shooting just under one month later sent one person to the hospital after they were shot in the legs, according to police.Barnstable police said officers arrested the 16-year-old in Yarmouth early Tuesday morning on multiple charges including assault to murder with a firearm. Authorities said they believe both the Craigville Beach shooting and the Main Street shooting over the wee...

Police seek help IDing individuals linked to aggravated assault in Dorchester

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:57:48 GMT

Boston police asked for the public’s help Tuesday in efforts to identify a group of people in connection with an aggravated assault in Dorchester earlier this month.Police said the incident happened on June 3 around 8 p.m. on Kingsdale Street in Dorchester. Police said a woman was walking to her car when she was attacked following “a brief verbal exchange” with unknown suspects. Anyone with information is asked to contact detectives at (617) 343-4712.Those wishing to reach out anonymously can do so by calling the CrimeStoppers Tip Line at 1 (800) 494-TIPS or by texting the word ‘TIP’ to CRIME (27463).

Orioles mock draft roundup: Pitcher, potential two-way player among candidates at No. 17 overall

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:57:48 GMT

The 2023 Major League Baseball draft will feel a little different for the Orioles.After four straight years picking in the top five — including two No. 1 overall selections in Jackson Holliday and Adley Rutschman — Baltimore will make its first pick at No. 17 when the first round begins July 9 in Seattle in conjunction with the MLB All-Star Game on July 11.While much of the focus this season is on the play on the field as the Orioles (48-30) push for their first postseason berth since 2016, the draft remains a critical part of the post-rebuild organization led by executive vice president and general manager Mike Elias. Baseball America’s highest-ranked farm system has helped fuel the team’s return to competitiveness, with infielder Jordan Westburg the latest top prospect to make an impact in the major leagues.With less than two weeks before the picks begin, here’s a look at what experts are saying about who the Orioles might take at No. 17 overall.Flori...

Chicago White Sox’s Liam Hendriks to be honored at the ESPYs with the Jimmy V Award for Perseverance

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:57:48 GMT

Liam Hendriks showed strength and resilience as he inspired the baseball world and beyond by returning to the mound after battling stage 4 non-Hodgkin lymphoma.The Chicago White Sox reliever will receive the Jimmy V Award for Perseverance during the 2023 ESPY Awards.“In one of the most challenging years of my life, receiving the Jimmy V Award from ESPN is beyond my wildest dreams,” Hendriks said in a statement provided to the Tribune.The 2023 ESPYs will take place July 12 in Los Angeles and air live at 7 p.m. on ABC-7.The honor is “a symbol of (Hendriks’) strength and resilience in his fight against non-Hodgkin lymphoma,” according to a news release.Hendriks disclosed in an Instagram post in January he was beginning treatment for non-Hodgkin lymphoma, later detailing it was stage 4.Support poured in from everywhere. Hendriks said a Jan. 30 text from Cubs pitcher Jameson Taillon, once diagnosed with testicular cancer, served as motivation.“His was:...

Three new affordable housing complexes to be built in San Diego

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:57:48 GMT

SAN DIEGO -- Three new affordable developments will be coming to the Clairemont neighborhood, investment officials announced.A groundbreaking ceremony, located at 5255 Mt. Etna Drive, is set for Thursday at 10 a.m., Chelsea Investment Corporation said in a press release Tuesday. Local leaders plan to gather at the groundbreaking to celebrate over 300 units of affordable housing for low-income senior and families, according to officials.The $187.5 million investment will be used to build the following:Messina Senior Apartments – 79 Units-Taormina Family Apartments – 136 UnitsModica Family Apartments – 94 Units+ Hundreds gather for candlelight vigil after Encinitas teen dies in e-bike crash “To break ground on three separate affordable housing developments with more than 300 units is truly a remarkable feat. Not only will these projects provide a beautiful, multi-generational community for its residents, but also a wonderful place to call home,” Mayor Todd Gloria said. “We owe a deb...