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Woman’s remains identified in Aurora murder-suicide

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 15:54:45 GMT

The woman whose remains were found dismembered at the scene of an apparent murder-suicide at an Aurora apartment complex has been identified by the Arapahoe County Coroner’s Office.The coroner’s office identified the woman as 62-year-old Elena Vonfeldt, according to a news release. Her death was ruled a homicide.Vonfeldt was reported missing by her son on Wednesday after she did not show up for appointments following a 7 a.m. housekeeping job at the complex in the Tollgate Overlook neighborhood, according to Aurora police.When officers entered the apartment where Vonfeldt was scheduled to work, they heard a gunshot and found 30-year-old Dwayne Jones dead as a result of an apparent self-inflicted gunshot wound. Jones was also identified by the Arapahoe County Coroner’s Office.Related ArticlesCrime and Public Safety | Eastbound Colfax reopens after seven-vehicle crash, five people injured Crime and Public Safety | One dead, 19-year-old in custody...

Colorado high school football rankings, Week 10: After putting Cherry Creek on the ropes, Arapahoe stands pat at No. 3

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 15:54:45 GMT

A look at this week’s Post Preps Top 10 for Class 5A, 4A and 3A.Class 5ATeamRecordPreviousLast week1. Cherry Creek9-01W (24-14 vs. No. 3 Arapahoe)Comment: For the first time this fall, Creek trailed entering a fourth quarter last Friday. Bruins’ 14-0 closing kick says it all. This week: at Grandview, 7 p.m. Friday.2. Columbine9-02W (48-0 vs. Lakewood)Comment: The biggest yet-to-be answered question: Is Columbine or Arapahoe the biggest threat to Creek’s 5A dominance? This week: vs. Chatfield, 7 p.m. Friday.3. Arapahoe7-23L (24-14 at No. 1 Cherry Creek)Comment: Warriors stay at No. 3 after putting Creek on the ropes. Can they avoid a letdown against a good Eaglecrest team? This week: vs. Eaglecrest, 7 p.m. Thursday.4. Ralston Valley7-25W (42-28 at Chatfield)Comment: Joe Montana to Jerry Rice. Patrick Mahomes to Travis Kelce. Logan Madden to Jackson Hansen. That’s the list. This week: at Arvada West, 7:30 p.m. Thursday.5. Mountain Vista8-16W (48-8 vs. Highlands Ranch...

With Michael Porter Jr.’s return from sprained ankle, Nuggets have full starting five back together in time for ring night vs. Lakers

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 15:54:45 GMT

Michael Porter Jr. didn’t even play in either game against Milwaukee in 2021-22, yet he still remembers the extra motivation he felt to beat the Bucks from the seat of his chair.“When we would play them, it’s a different feeling when you’re playing the NBA champs,” Porter recalled Monday, on the eve of Denver’s first official game as a defending champion. “You just know if you can beat them, you’re up there with the best teams. So guys are gonna come in here and want to beat us just to prove that they’re one of the best teams as well. … I think we’ve gotta embrace that and realize, ‘Man, even the teams that we don’t feel like are threats to us, they’re gonna come out and try to beat us.'”Then there’s the opening-night opponent — very much a threat to the Nuggets — that has half organically, half artificially generated extra bulletin board material this offseason, as if spoilin...

Major 405 Freeway expansion project coming to a close

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 15:54:45 GMT

One of the busiest roadways in Southern California will look a little different in December once a major improvement project is completed.The I-405 Improvement Project is expected to be completed on Dec. 1, and with it, two new regular lanes and new Express Lanes will open in Orange County.The project, which was overseen by the Orange County Transportation Authority, has been in the works since 2018.The project was born out of the notion that population, employment and housing would continue to bloom along the 16-mile segment of which the project spans, and OCTA expects that these improvements will have a major impact on traffic and travel times.Each side of the freeway between the 605 Freeway in Seal Beach and Euclid Street in Fountain Valley will have a new regular lane beginning Dec. 1. Additionally, Express Lanes will be opened between the 605 and Highway 73 in Orange County.Those lanes are tolled for solo drivers, free for vehicles with two occupants during non-peak hours, and ...

James Hill: LA’s Local Geologist at the Forefront of Europe’s Energy Transition with MCF Energy

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 15:54:45 GMT

Image credit: California Geologist, James Hill in Germany, working on a domestic energy project as CEO of MCF Energy.Far removed from the geopolitical tumult of Eastern Europe, James Hill, a local to California and residing just outside of LA, has embarked on a quest that could change the energy landscape for an entire continent. Europe, for the longest time, has depended heavily on Russian gas, a reliance that has not only rendered it vulnerable but has also stymied its domestic energy production initiatives.However, with the recent tensions following Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, the focus on domestic energy production has sharpened. And who better to take the reins than California local James Hill? Having earned his Master’s of Science in Geology from California State University and boasting of an illustrious career spanning 40 years in the energy sector, Hill is poised to be the driving force behind Europe’s shift from energy reliance to energy independence. In fact, he cu...

Artist Focus: Meet Alexia Gardner – the British jazz artist whose fresh interpretation of old-school standards is turning heads.

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 15:54:45 GMT

Alexia Gardner’s new album, Feeling the Love, Songs of My Mother, Songs of My Father, is a love letter to the music that inspired her incredible voice. Lead single ‘Great Day’ is a richly rewarding treat.Jazz singer Alexia Gardner has shared her new album with the world as she continues demonstrating why she’s one of the genre’s best artists.Feeling the Love, Songs of My Mother, Songs of My Father was released earlier in 2023 and features ten tracks from across the jazz, soul, and gospel music canon. Gardner’s cover selections are interesting in and of themselves, with everyone from Quincey Jones to Miseducation-era Lauryn Hill covered here. With each track chosen, there’s an apparent effort to mold the music to Alexia’s incredible voice. Alexia’s journey has been exciting and varied for those who haven’t followed the artist’s career. As a British singer with Jamaican roots, Alexia began her career in her teens by touring with the British Cabaret Circuit in England and W...

Robert Garett Sustained Major Injuries in Two-Vehicle Collision on 50th Street [Lubbock, TX]

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 15:54:45 GMT

Vehicle Crash on Avenue U Left 60-Year-Old Rider Suffer WoundsLUBBOCK, TX (October 23, 2023) – Sunday evening, a two-vehicle collision on 50th Street caused Robert Garret to sustain major injuries.Just after 7:46 p.m. on October 1st at 2100 Block of 50th Street, the accident occurred.According to the police, a pickup going north and turning when a motorcycle struck.Authorities identified the motorcycle rider as 60-year-old Robert Garrett. He suffered major injuries and was transported to University Medical Center. While the pickup driver was identified as 28-year-old Edilio Fuentes-Lopez. It is unknown if Fuentes-Lopez sustained injuries or not.In addition, police closed off 50th Street for investigation and advised motorists to avoid the area. However, the roadway has since been reopened.No further information has been released by Lubbock authorities at this time. Anyone with additional information about the accident is asked to contact Lubbock Police.Sincere sympathies to th...

Decisions Driven by Data: How Estaga Leverages Analytics for Optimal Property Management

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 15:54:45 GMT

IntroductionIn today’s digitized vacation rental landscape, intuition alone no longer cuts it—precision is key. Enter the transformative power of data analytics, revolutionizing the way property management decisions are made. From anticipating guest preferences to setting optimal rates, data-driven insights are the game-changer. Estaga, always a pioneer, recognizes this shift. Embracing a holistic approach, Estaga harnesses the rich potential of data analytics, ensuring every decision, big or small, is backed by robust evidence. This commitment not only sets Estaga apart but positions it at the vanguard of vacation rental management, ever-ready to navigate the evolving demands of the industry.The Foundation of Data-Driven Decision MakingIn the intricate dance of vacation rental management, setting the right price is arguably the most pivotal step. It’s not just about ensuring profitability but also about capturing the guest’s attention and ensuring they see value. ...

Letters: Boxy buildings | Pac-12 sports | Democrats’ blame | Trump’s betrayal | Funding request | Art of compromise

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 15:54:45 GMT

Submit your letter to the editor via this form. Read more Letters to the Editor.Hotel promises to beanother boxy buildingRe: “Hotel project near mega malls advances” (Page C7, Oct. 18).I was sorry to see the rendering of the proposed hotel across from Santana Row, next to One Santana West, which resembles a cold glass box — and now a hotel to match it.What a shame that none of the new buildings in this area honor the history and beauty of the Winchester House, which is beginning to seem like a forgotten afterthought. This criticism includes the cold, unattractive apartments built where the mobile home park used to be. There are examples of newer builds that honor our rich historic region, such as mission styles, and some that resemble the beautiful architecture of our century-old buildings, such as some that Julia Morgan designed.The flat roof lines and boxy glass structures are everywhere now. Too bad.Diane McQuillenSan JosePac-12 sports shouldfight for conferenceRe: &#...

Leaked video shows Antioch cops fire dozens of shots at man as he runs away

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 15:54:45 GMT

 ANTIOCH — New video taken by a civilian shows four Antioch officers firing dozens of shots at a 30-year-old man as he runs from them, adding new flame to the city’s most recent police controversy.The video of the Oct. 1 police shooting, taken from a nearby balcony, shows Antioch officers fire several times at Antioch resident Daniel Mackin as he runs from them. After Mackin runs out of the frame, the officers fire more than a dozen shots at Mackin. Police have said that Mackin pointed a gun at the officers when they shot.The video does not show Mackin pointing a gun at the officers when they fire the initial shots. He runs with one hand visible and another one tucked in or near his hoodie, and several officers and two dogs run behind him.The video shows Mackin run from a van away from the pursuing officers, one of whom stumbles and falls during the pursuit. As the first few shots are fired, two of the pursuing officers slow down, possibly to avoid being caught in t...