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DC’s love for New Balance sneakers highlighted in new documentary

Published Wed, 12 Feb 2025 07:37:24 GMT

A new documentary dives into the love affair between D.C. residents and New Balance sneakers that elevated the functional shoe into a local fashion icon.While other cities adopted Air Force Ones, Timberlands and Chuck Taylors, the District’s streetwear scene in the ’80s became obsessed with the comfy footwear often sported by suburban dads.More D.C. NewsMore Lifestyle News“A one-time, strictly performance running shoe was able to make the natural organic transition into a lifestyle piece that really dictates fashion in D.C. as far as footwear is concerned,” explained Jacob Garibay, the self-described sneaker head and filmmaker behind “DC’s Shoe: The Origin of New Balance in Washington, DC.”The ascension of the sneaker started around 1982 with the introduction of the 990 models. Wearers say the shoe conveyed status and wealth.“The New Balance was the first $100 tennis shoes and it was an indicator that you had something going on, whether it was mon...

Brewers’ Luis Urías out 6 to 8 weeks with hamstring strain

Published Wed, 12 Feb 2025 07:37:24 GMT

CHICAGO (AP) — Infielder Luis Urías was placed on the 10-day injured list by the Milwaukee Brewers on Saturday because of a strained left hamstring, and the team selected the contract of outfielder Joey Wiemer from Triple-A Nashville. “It’s a solid hamstring strain, six to eight weeks, probably closer to eight, so it is significant,” Brewers manager Craig Counsell said before Saturday’s game against the Chicago Cubs. “It’s unfortunate, but we will have to fill in around him, get him back in hopefully late May or early June.” Urías was injured in Thursday’s opener, when he went 0 for 4. In 119 games last season, he hit .239 with 16 homers and 47 RBIs. Owen Miller, who has been mixing time between the outfield and infield, will spend the majority of his time in the infield in the absence of Urías. Wiemer was to make his major league debut Saturday, slated to start in center and bat ninth. In 2022, he hit .256 with 21 home runs and 77 RBIs in stints ...

Official confirms 7 deaths in Tennessee, bringing toll of people killed from storms and tornadoes in US to at least 18

Published Wed, 12 Feb 2025 07:37:24 GMT

ADAMSVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — Official confirms 7 deaths in Tennessee, bringing toll of people killed from storms and tornadoes in US to at least 18.Source

Podence earns Wolves 1-1 draw against Forest

Published Wed, 12 Feb 2025 07:37:24 GMT

NOTTINGHAM, England (AP) — Heading for a third-straight loss in the Premier League, Wolverhampton needed Daniel Podence’s late goal to earn a point in a 1-1 draw against Nottingham Forest on Saturday. Both teams are fighting for league survival and Forest looked on course for the win at the City Ground after Brennan Johnson’s 38th-minute goal. But Podence evened the score in the 83rd to extend Forest’s winless run to seven games. The draw could be vital to both teams, with Wolverhampton three points above the relegation zone and one ahead of Forest.In a tense match, Forest assistant Alan Tate and Wolves counterpart Pablo Sanz were both sent off after a touchline melee at the start of the second half. Johnson gave Forest the lead with an angled finish after running on to Danilo’s pass.Wolves went in search of an equalizer, with Podence eventually coming to the rescue. After Pedro Neto’s shot was blocked, the ball fell to Podence, and the forward cut inside to fire i...

Mac Allister scores late as Brighton and Brentford draw 3-3

Published Wed, 12 Feb 2025 07:37:24 GMT

BRIGHTON, England (AP) — Alexis Mac Allister’s 90th-minute penalty sent Brighton to sixth place in the Premier League after a 3-3 draw with Brentford on Saturday. In a thrilling game at Amex Stadium, Brighton came back on three occasions to deny Brentford the win.But both teams still moved a point above Liverpool in the fight for European places after Jurgen Klopp’s team was routed 4-1 by Manchester City.Argentina World Cup winner Mac Allister fired home his penalty after VAR spotted Aaron Hickey had blocked Deniz Undav’s close-range effort with his arm.Brighton had twice evened the score in the first half, with Kaoru Mitoma and Danny Welbeck canceling out strikes from Pontus Jansson and Ivan Toney. And the home team needed Mac Allister’s late spot kick after Ethan Pinnock’s second-half strike.Jansson headed Brentford into a 10th-minute lead, but Mitoma beat David Raya to level the game in the 21st. Toney restored Brentford’s lead a minute later with his 17th goal ...

Containment work continues on Hogback Fire; roads and trails closed near Morrison, Red Rocks

Published Wed, 12 Feb 2025 07:37:24 GMT

JEFFERSON COUNTY, Colo. (KDVR) -- Fire crews are working on containment and mop-up Saturday of a wildfire that burned 40 acres in Jefferson County. The brush fire sparked off Interstate 70 in Jefferson County near Red Rocks Amphitheatre on Friday afternoon.The fire was burning along the hogback south of I-70. It was estimated to be approximately 40 acres in size at 0% containment around 8:45 p.m., according to West Metro Fire Rescue.Containment and mop-up work is expected to be completed on Sunday, West Metro Fire said. 9 ways to prepare for a wildfire in your neighborhood Firefighters have a line around the fire. West Metro Fire said people may see ares of smoke within the perimeter on Saturday, which is normal for this type of fire and it should not cause worry.Investigators believe the fire was caused when an electrical line fell on the west side of the hogback.Fire near Morrison closes road, trails into SaturdayRooney Road in Morrison was partially opened Saturday morning, fol...

Denver Weather: Warm and windy weekend, snow Tuesday

Published Wed, 12 Feb 2025 07:37:24 GMT

DENVER (KDVR) — While not as strong as Friday, Denver’s weather will stay windy, leading to elevated fire danger through the weekend.Weather today: Warm and breezySaturday will be sunny, breezy and warmer. High temperatures will reach the mid-60s with wind gusts reaching 20-25 mph.Looking ahead: More wind before snow TuesdayWarm and windy weather continues through Monday with high temperature in the mid to upper 60s and wind gusts reaching around 30 - 50 mph.The next chance for snow moves in late Monday night through Tuesday. This will come with a gusty north wind followed by much cooler temperatures.We stay chilly through Thursday with another chance for showers on Thursday, but looks to be light for the Rockies home opener.

How much snow could Denver see in April?

Published Wed, 12 Feb 2025 07:37:24 GMT

DENVER (KDVR) -- After a quiet month for snowfall in the Mile High City, could things be different over the next four weeks?On average, Denver sees 8.8 inches of snowfall in April, making it the second snowiest month of the year. Colorado town named best for a summer vacation How much snow has fallen so far this year?As of March 30, Denver has seen a total of 46.7 inches of snowfall on the season. According to the National Weather Service, Denver had a below-average March for snowfall, only getting 5.1 inches the entire month.How much snow does Denver see each month?Here’s a look the average snowfall for each month in Denver, according to the NWS.January: 6.5 inchesFebruary: 7.7 inchesMarch: 11.3 inchesApril: 8.8 inchesMay: 1.7 inchesJune: TraceJuly: 0 inchesAugust: 0 inchesSeptember: 1 inchOctober: 4.1 inchesNovember: 7.4 inchesDecember: 8 inchesLast April, Denver only received a trace of snowfall.

It's April. Where's the warmer weather?

Published Wed, 12 Feb 2025 07:37:24 GMT

DENVER (KDVR) -- Temperatures in Denver have been on a roller coaster ride over the last month with the arrival of spring. The Pinpoint Weather team said the first few days of April look to start out close to normal, with highs in the 50s and 60s.What is the average temperature in April?The National Weather Service said the normal high temperature during the month of April for Denver ranges from 60 degrees to start the month to 65 degrees by the end of the month. What is the difference between altitude and elevation? The average low temperature during this month starts at 31 degrees to start the month and will raise to 38 degrees by the end of the month.April temperature recordsThe record high temperature for Denver in April is 90 degrees, set on April 30, 1992, according to the NWS. Vote: Where is the best burger in Colorado? The record low temperature in Denver in April is negative 2 degrees, set on April 2, 1975.How much snow could Denver see this month?On average, Denver see...

Ticker: Credit Suisse takeover hits heart of Swiss banking, identity

Published Wed, 12 Feb 2025 07:37:24 GMT

Analysts say the UBS takeover of embattled rival Credit Suisse has shaken Switzerland’s self-image and dented its reputation as a global financial center.The uncertain future of a union of Switzerland’s two global banks comes at a thorny time for Swiss identity, built nearly as much on a self-image of finesse in finance as with chocolate, watchmaking and cheese. Incoming UBS chief Sergio Ermotti says Switzerland needs a strong globally significant bank if it wants to be a financial hub.Key inflation gauge slowed in FebruaryThe Federal Reserve’s favored inflation gauge slowed sharply last month, an encouraging sign in the Fed’s yearlong effort to cool price pressures through steadily higher interest rates.Friday’s report from the Commerce Department showed that consumer prices rose 0.3% from January to February, down from a 0.6% increase from December to January. Measured year-over-year, prices rose 5%, slower than the 5.3% annual increase in January.Italy temporarily blocks ChatGPTI...