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Other voices: Democrats again recycle court-packing schemes

Published Mon, 10 Mar 2025 01:53:33 GMT

Progressive activists remain committed to tearing down the Supreme Court on one hand as, without irony, they fret about threats to democracy on the other. In the wake of recent decisions looking askance at the use of race in college admissions and nixing a Biden administration plan to unilaterally forgive billions in student loan debt, they’re again threatening to pack the court.Federal judges are charged with assessing the constitutionality of congressional and executive branch actions regardless of popular opinion. But polls reveal that both the student loan and affirmative action decisions enjoyed public support and were hardly outside the mainstream. In fact, it’s notable that much of the criticism is based less on constitutional doctrine than on liberal disappointment that the majority justices dare erect roadblocks to a progressive agenda at odds with the principles articulated in this nation’s founding document.So far, President Joe Biden has resisted pushin...

Firefighter hospitalized after Troy house fire

Published Mon, 10 Mar 2025 01:53:33 GMT

TROY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- Multiple crews worked to put out a two-alarm house fire in Troy on July 22. One firefighter was hospitalized after battling the blaze, according to the Troy Fire Department. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! Crews responded to a structure fire at a home on 8th Avenue late in the morning on Saturday, knocking the fire down within 40 minutes of the first alarm. The cause of the fire remains unknown at this time. The Troy Fire Department was aided by the Watervliet Fire Department, Watervliet Arsenal, and the Albany Fire Department. Red Cross was on the scene rendering aid to the victims. Rotterdam police investigate death on Greenpoint Avenue One firefighter suffered effects of the heat and was taken to a nearby hospital. Stay with NEWS10 as more information becomes available.

Denver weather: Above-normal high temps expected to continue in metro area Sunday and into the week

Published Mon, 10 Mar 2025 01:53:33 GMT

If you’re planning to spend time outdoors on Sunday, you might want to make sure you’re hydrated and are wearing plenty of sunscreen.The forecast in Denver calls for sunny skies and a high of 96 degrees Sunday, with a low around 77. Although scattered showers are expected in the afternoon after 4 p.m. and evening, rainfall is “expected to be light to moderate and brief,” according to the National Weather Service in Boulder.Forecasters also predict gusty winds at 7 to 11 mph during the day and at night.That warming temperature trend of above-normal highs is expected to continue throughout the week, with highs in the 90s.Don’t forget about those outdoor plants, folks.Warming trend continues today with highs in the 90s across northeast Colorado. Scattered showers and few weak storms are expected this afternoon. Gusty winds will be the main threat. Any rainfall is expected to be light to moderate and brief. #COwx pic.twitter.com/gIU4Mjjt2l— NWS Bou...

Cherry Creek gift shop moving within neighborhood

Published Mon, 10 Mar 2025 01:53:33 GMT

A long-running retail shop in Cherry Creek is on the move.Show of Hands, currently at 250 Columbine St., plans to move to 200 Fillmore St. in January, according to its Facebook page.Related ArticlesBusiness | Chinese livestreamers set their sights on TikTok sales to shoppers in the US and Europe Business | Exclusive: Kroger and Albertsons CEOs give details on controversial $25 billion merger Business | How to use AI for family time Business | OpenAI worries about what its chatbot will say about people’s faces Business | Lights, Camera, Action: The Skyline Theatre to reopen July 28 in Cañon City The store has been in Cherry Creek for nearly 40 years, according to its website. It sells gifts, jewelry, books and other trinkets made by artists around the country. Show of Hands moved into its current space in 2018. Before that, its home was 210 Clayton St. Co-owner Katie Friedland declined to comment on the l...

Food design is about sincerity, love of cooking and a bit of photography

Published Mon, 10 Mar 2025 01:53:33 GMT

In a world where the visual aspect plays an increasingly significant role, food design is a fascinating symbiosis of art and culinary. His concept is simple and unique at the same time: to make food aesthetically pleasing. And the goal is to create a gastronomic product that satisfies not only taste, but also visual expectations.Julia Loja, the author of a popular culinary blog, will tell us how the idea of blogging in the field of food design is being implemented, what skills and steps are needed to achieve success in this area, and how this direction inspires people around the world.In an era where visual appeal holds ever-growing importance, the realm of food design emerges as a captivating fusion of art and culinary expertise. It revolves around a captivating notion - making food visually pleasing. The ultimate aim is to craft gastronomic creations that not only satisfy the taste buds but also exceed visual expectations.Julia Loja, the author of a popular culinary blog, shares h...

Americans' views of space: US role, NASA priorities and impact of private companies

Published Mon, 10 Mar 2025 01:53:33 GMT

In a changing world of space exploration defined by intensifying private efforts and competition between a growing number of nations, 69% of Americans say it is essential that the U.S. continue to be a world leader in space, compared with 30% who say this is not an essential role for the country, according to a new Pew Research Center survey.   The new report, based on a survey of 10,329 U.S. adults conducted May 30 to June 4, 2023, on the Center’s American Trends Panel, finds that most Americans continue to believe that the U.S. space agency NASA has a critical role to play, even as private space companies, like SpaceX, Blue Origin and Virgin Galactic, are increasingly involved in space. Overall, 65% say it is essential that NASA continue to be involved in space exploration. A smaller share (32%) believe that private companies will ensure enough progress is made in space exploration, even without NASA’s involvement.   As Americans look to the future of space, 69% think there will d...

Petaluma: Police arrest driver on suspicion of DUI after crash

Published Mon, 10 Mar 2025 01:53:33 GMT

By Bay City NewsPetaluma police officers arrested a woman Saturday evening for allegedly driving under the influence after a collision, announced the Petaluma Police Department on Sunday.At 7:47 p.m., police first responded to reports of a two-vehicle car crash at the intersection of E Washington Street and N McDowell Boulevard.Related ArticlesCrime and Public Safety | One dead after motorcycle crash in eastern Alameda County Crime and Public Safety | Caltrain strikes and kills pedestrian in Santa Clara on Saturday morning Crime and Public Safety | Plane landed at California airport, took off and rolled over before fatal crash, NTSB says Crime and Public Safety | 10-year-old Michigan cheerleader collapses at practice, later dies Crime and Public Safety | Altamont Pass motorhome driver suspected of hitting more than two dozen cars in heavy traffic Upon further investigation, police determined that nobody ...

Beatriz Chaidez named interim chancellor of San Jose-Evergreen Community College District

Published Mon, 10 Mar 2025 01:53:33 GMT

Dr. Beatriz Chaidez began serving as interim chancellor of the San Jose-Evergreen Community College District on July 1. Chaidez moves into the role from her previous position as vice chancellor of human resources for the district.“During her tenure as vice chancellor of human resources, Dr. Chaidez has proven herself to be a steady leader, a creative problem solver and a passionate advocate for students,” district board president Bob Livengood said in a statement.Before joining the district in early 2019, Chaidez held various roles in K-12 administration, including assistant superintendent for human resources with Salinas City Elementary School District, where she also served as director of pupil personnel services and special education. She has also served as an executive board member for both the Association of California School Administrators and the California Association of Latino Superintendents and Administrators. As an adjunct faculty member at San Jose State University, she...

WATCH: Sideshow activity blocks AC Transit bus in Oakland

Published Mon, 10 Mar 2025 01:53:33 GMT

(KRON) -- A bus was stuck in Oakland due to Illegal sideshow activity in the early hours of Sunday morning, the Oakland Police Department confirmed to KRON4. Anchor Brewing would consider sale to union employees, company says Just after 4 a.m., sideshow activity began near Edes Avenue and Hegenberger Road, and 50 vehicles were gathered nearby. An AC Transit bus was stuck at Coliseum Way and Hegenberger Road. KRON On is streaming now.embed-container { position: relative; padding-bottom: 56.25%; height: 0; overflow: hidden; max-width: 100%; } .embed-container iframe, .embed-container object, .embed-container embed { position: absolute; top: 0; left: 0; width: 100%; height: 100%; }Officers managed to disperse the crowd, and no injuries were reported. Video from the scene shows a vehicle traveling at a high speed in circles around a crowd in the area.

Yountville boil notice lifted after testing

Published Mon, 10 Mar 2025 01:53:33 GMT

(BCN) -- Yountville residents and businesses no longer need to boil water as a precaution against E. coli bacteria, the town said Saturday night. VIDEO: Sideshow activity blocks AC Transit bus Yountville and the California Department of Veterans Affairs, which owns and operates the water treatment facility, "have met mandated testing requirements for negative results for E. coli contamination in the water," the town said in a statement. "The State Water Resource Control Board has approved the use of town water," according to the statement. The town said earlier Saturday that test results showed none of the bacteria in the municipal water supply that prompted a precautionary notice to boil water issued Thursday.