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Oakland mayor rejects all police chief finalists, setting back city’s search

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 14:46:14 GMT

Oakland Mayor Sheng Thao has rejected all finalists for the city’s police chief job, leaving the vacant position in limbo again, nearly a year after Thao placed the last permanent chief on leave and then fired him.In a statement, Thao’s office said she wanted the Oakland Police Commission to supply her with a new list of candidates to lead the department, which has been without a permanent leader since February.“The Oakland Police Chief leads a critical component of the mayor’s comprehensive community safety strategy,” Thao’s statement said. “Mayor Thao thanks the Oakland Police Commission for their continued service and looks forward to working with the commissioners to select the best possible candidate for Oakland.”The move marks the latest twist in a saga that began in January, when Thao placed the OPD’s former chief, LeRonne Armstrong, on leave after a report that found “systemic deficiencies” in how his department investigated mi...

Shots fired during robbery at Pinole gas station

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 14:46:14 GMT

(KRON) -- Shots were fired during a robbery at a gas station in Pinole on Wednesday, the Pinole Police Department said. The incident happened at the Chevron located at 2695 Pinole Valley Road. Police first posted about it on Facebook at 12:48 p.m. A suspect was arrested in connection to the robbery and shooting. By 4:30 p.m., a suspect had been arrested, and police left the scene. Pinole police plan to put out a press release with more information. This story will be updated when that is available.

Wrong-way driver killed in E-470 crash in Thornton

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 14:46:14 GMT

DENVER (KDVR) — E-470 was closed on Wednesday afternoon after a deadly multi-vehicle crash in the Thornton area.One person died on the scene, where four vehicles were involved in the crash, according to Colorado State Patrol. Multiple others were transported to the hospital. FOX31 Newsletters: Sign up to get breaking news sent to your inbox CSP originally said two people had died but updated the number just before 5:30 p.m. CSP said the person who died was a wrong-way driver.SkyFOX flew over the scene just before 5 p.m. There was a significant police response blocking the highway, and debris was strewn across the road.The eastbound lanes were closed near York Street until around 9 p.m. Westbound E-470 also had a large police response that stopped traffic, but those lanes reopened just before 6:15 p.m.Multiple vehicles involved in a crash on E-470 near York Street on Dec. 27, 2023. A driver named Ricky said he was driving home from Boulder to Brighton when he veered to avoid a wron...

Denver floats housing migrants in neighboring cities

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 14:46:14 GMT

DENVER (KDVR) — As buses of migrants continue to arrive in Denver, the city is running out of places to house them, according to Mayor Mike Johnston.Johnston, who appeared in a Wednesday news conference with the mayors of New York City and Chicago, said Denver has had more migrant arrivals per capita than any other city in the country."We have just about maxed out all the hotel capacity in the city and county right now," Johnston said.FOX31 confirmed Wednesday that Denver reached out to Wheat Ridge to discuss a potential migrant shelter at a Super 8 motel near Interstate 70 and Kipling Street. Those discussions ended last week after Denver officials decided the motel did not meet all of their criteria.A Super 8 motel in Wheat Ridge, Colorado, that was discussed as a potential migrant shelter. (KDVR)A Wheat Ridge spokesperson said if Denver decides to move forward with the proposal, there would be nothing stopping them from doing so."Anyone can rent a motel room, absolutely," ci...

Express lane violations down 60%, but one driver fined 53 times

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 14:46:14 GMT

DENVER (KDVR) — Express lane violations have always been the rule, but the fines went into effect a few months ago — and some drivers aren't following. According to the Colorado Department of Transportation, express lane violations have dropped 60% overall, but some continue to break the rules. One driver violated the rule 53 times. Is it legal to drive with snow on your car in Colorado? As for the 53-time violator, not all were “noticed” violations, according to CDOT. Some were warnings during the grace period, but it's still something CDOT is taking note of."We have people who like to jump in and out of the lanes whenever they please. The problem with that is there’s a huge speed differential between the two lanes, so typically the express lane moves considerably faster," CDOT spokesperson Tim Hoover said. Crossing those double white lines results in a $75 fine or $150 if it's not paid within 20 days. The 53-time rulebreaker's fines total $5,175.Interstate 70 in Idaho Springs wh...

Changes coming for EV credits in 2024

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 14:46:14 GMT

DENVER (KDVR) — There is a push for more Americans to go green with the cars they buy.Here in Colorado and at the national level, tax incentives and rebates are in place to help more drivers make the switch, but some of the incentives will look different in the new year.The state and federal governments are trying to make it more affordable for people to get an electric vehicle. Qualifications for some of the incentives will become stricter starting in 2024."There's a lot of exciting developments in the EV industry happening," said Kevin Favro, founder and co-CEO of EV Life, an EV finance platform. "There are new charging networks opening up that are going to make it easier for people to public charge. There are a lot of new body types coming out on models. There are sub-$30,000 vehicles coming to market, really helping to drive down the affordability barrier."Changes are coming to programs meant to drive down the cost of electric vehicles. The biggest changes are coming at the fede...

Large police investigation underway at Lynn gas station

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 14:46:14 GMT

A large police investigation was underway at a gas station in Lynn Wednesday night. The gas station is located near the intersection of Western Avenue and Camden Street. Several police cruisers were on scene shortly before 11 p.m. and multiple areas around the gas station were taped off. No further information was immediately available.This is a developing story; stay with 7NEWS on-air and online for the latest updates.

USC's Moss throws Holiday Bowl-record 6 TD passes in 42-28 win against No. 16 Louisville

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 14:46:14 GMT

SAN DIEGO (AP) — With Caleb Williams watching from the sideline, Miller Moss threw a Holiday Bowl-record six touchdown passes in his first college start and Southern California ended a frustrating season by beating No. 16 Louisville 42-28 Wednesday night.Moss took full advantage of the opportunity he was given when Williams opted out. Williams, the 2022 Heisman Trophy winner and presumptive first overall pick in the NFL draft, watched from the sideline wearing a white T-shirt with his No. 13 jersey hanging around his neck. Moss was 23 of 33 for 372 yards, with one interception. He broke the Holiday Bowl record of four touchdown passes held by four players, including Jim McMahon in BYU's miracle 46-45 comeback win against SMU in 1980. The record came late in the third quarter when Moss lobbed a 12-yard pass to a leaping Ja'Kobi Lane in the back of the end zone. Lane's second TD catch of the night gave USC a 35-21 lead.Moss added on with a beautiful 44-yard strike to Duce Robinson for...

Nikki Haley, asked what caused the Civil War, leaves out slavery. It’s not the first time

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 14:46:14 GMT

COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — Republican presidential candidate Nikki Haley was asked Wednesday by a New Hampshire voter about the reason for the Civil War, and she didn’t mention slavery in her response — leading the voter to say he was “astonished” by her omission. Asked during a town hall in Berlin, New Hampshire, what she believed had caused the war — the first shots of which were fired in her home state of South Carolina — Haley talked about the role of government, replying that it involved “the freedoms of what people could and couldn’t do.” She then turned the question back to the man who had asked it, who replied that he was not the one running for president and wished instead to know her answer.After Haley went into a lengthier explanation about the role of government, individual freedom and capitalism, the questioner seemed to admonish Haley, saying, “In the year 2023, it’s astonishing to me that you answer that question without mentioning the word slavery.”“What do you want...

Man stabbed to death at Burger King in Des Plaines

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 14:46:14 GMT

DES PLAINES, Ill. -- A man has died after reportedly being stabbed at a Burger King in Des Plaines Wednesday evening.According to the Des Plaines Police Department, officers responded to the Burger King located on the 800 block of South Elmhurst Road just before 6 p.m. on Wednesday. Amazon truck stolen at gunpoint in Irving Park Upon arrival, officers discovered one man suffering from multiple stab wounds. He was transported to a local hospital where he later died.The suspect reportedly fled the scene, but was located a short time later.The investigation is ongoing.Anyone with information regarding this incident are asked to contact the Des Plaines Police Department at 847-391-5400.