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Dispute erupts over a section of Kentucky’s transgender law that hinges on one word

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 16:14:29 GMT

FRANKFORT, Ky. (AP) — A new dispute has erupted over Kentucky’s sweeping transgender law, revolving around one word in a section banning sex education topics — including sexual orientation — from discussion in classrooms.The measure’s top Republican sponsor pushed back this week over how the Kentucky Department of Education has interpreted the provisions in offering guidance to school districts statewide.It’s part of a far-reaching measure passed this year to regulate some of the most personal aspects of life for transgender youth in Kentucky — from banning access to gender-affirming health care to restricting the bathrooms they can use at school. The ban on gender-affirming care has drawn a court challenge.The latest dispute boils down to a single word choice by lawmakers. They used “or” rather than “and” in the sex education section — leading to big implications over how it’s interpreted.As a result, districts can choose one of two bans in the section, acco...

Trump says he's been indicted in classified documents probe

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 16:14:29 GMT

Former President Donald Trump said Thursday that his legal team has been told he's been indicted in an investigation into his handling of classified documents.Trump posted on Truth Social that he has been summoned to appear in federal court in Miami on Tuesday afternoon.“I never thought it possible that such a thing could happen to a former President of the United States, who received far more votes than any sitting President in the History of our Country, and is currently leading, by far, all Candidates, both Democrat and Republican, in Polls of the 2024 Presidential Election. I AM AN INNOCENT MAN!” Trump wrote on the social media platform.“This is indeed a DARK DAY for the United States of America. We are a Country in serious and rapid Decline, but together we will Make America Great Again!” he added.Special counsel Jack Smith has been overseeing the investigation into Trump’s handling of classified documents since he was appointed to the role in November.Trump’s attorneys met ear...

Who's moving to Colorado? Yes, it's Californians and Texans

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 16:14:29 GMT

DENVER (KDVR) — New U.S. Census Bureau data adds the latest to a long-observed pattern.The U.S. had a largescale population shift during the pandemic, which impacted Colorado in particular as a destination market for those looking for outdoor access in an era of lockdowns."More people moved across state lines in 2021 than in 2019, many to and from highly populated and neighboring states," according to U.S. Census Bureau estimates released Thursday. "Nearly 7.9 million people in the United States moved between states in 2021, up from almost 7.4 million in 2019. People moving between states made up 18.8% of all movers in 2021, compared to 16.7% of all movers in 2019." Yes, it is Californians that made Colorado so unaffordable The same holds true for Colorado. There were 198,448 people who moved into the state in 2021, more than any year back to 2010. In 2019, 195,737 people moved into Colorado from other states. It is indeed California and Texas that exported the most people into th...

The 10 bills Gov. Jared Polis vetoed this year

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 16:14:29 GMT

DENVER (KDVR) -- The legislative session wrapped up on May 8, and since then, Gov. Jared Polis has been busy signing the bills passed by the General Assembly this year.However, not all the bills passed will end up becoming law. There were 10 bills vetoed by the governor for various reasons. The vetoed bills cover a wide array of topics from wolf reintroduction to cash tips.Deceptive event ticket sales amendment In a letter explaining his veto of Senate Bill 23-060, "Concerning Consumer Protections in Event Ticket Sales," Polis said the bill, which was originally aimed to bolster consumer protections, had significant problems that could have harmed consumers. Polis vetoes deceptive event ticket sales bill He agreed that the bill had a number of features that he supported, and asked the bill's sponsors to work with advocacy groups to draft future legislation that is "unambiguously pro-consumer."Right of first refusal for affordable housingHouse Bill 23-1190, "Affordable Housing Righ...

Polis responds to property tax plan critics

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 16:14:29 GMT

DENVER (KDVR) — A proposal to lower property tax increases across Colorado is facing resistance in the courts. Gov. Jared Polis joined "Colorado Point of View" this week to talk about it.Twelve counties joined Advance Colorado in a lawsuit over the wording of Gov. Jared Polis' and lawmakers' proposal, arguing it’s unconstitutional because it does not have a clear title and focuses on multiple issues instead of a single subject. You may be eligible for Colorado’s property tax deferral program Democrats argue the plan would save property taxpayers an average of around $1,100 over the next two years, but opponents say it would likely only be a couple hundred dollars.The proposal will only become law if voters approve Proposition HH this fall. The measure looks to do a number of things, including using TABOR refunds to backfill the losses for certain county services, including school and fire districts. Douglas County is part of the lawsuit against the state. Lora Thomas, District 3 c...

Cowboy action shooting a 'big draw'

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 16:14:29 GMT

BYERS, Colo. (KDVR) — There are a lot of ways to experience the Colorado outdoors. But how about going back in time to the Old West? Well, you can. Sort of.It is called cowboy action shooting, and it is for lovers of Old West history. They learn to shoot Western-style firearms. But it ain’t just about shootin’.Bill Hall, alias Sweetwater Bill, has lived in Colorado for 62 years. In ‘86, that would be 1986, he and a few others decided to travel back to the Old West. They founded the Sand Creek Raiders. “Well, a couple of guys knew how to do cowboy action shooting and they said, ‘Hey, this is fun.’ So I went and watched and I was hooked,“ said Hall. Outdoor Colorado: Sanctuary last hope for many wild animals Cowboy action shooting has been around for 49 years. “Everyone starts thinking of competition, and then they start history. They start authentic clothes, authentic guns, authentic holsters, and they watch every cowboy movie that’s ever been made," said Hall.The first thing you w...

‘It’s not over ’til it’s over’: Panthers fans riled up for Game 3 at FLA Live Arena watch party

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 16:14:29 GMT

Rain or shine, Florida Panthers fans showed up to the FLA Live Arena’s pregame party to support their hockey team ahead of Game 3 of the Stanley Cup Final. After two road game losses, the Cats made it back to Sunrise to play against the Vegas Golden Knights, but Panthers fans said they have faith that their team will win Thursday night’s game. “There’s a lot of confidence, goose bumps. At the same time, you know, everyone’s nervous,” said fan Gordon Maxwell. The arena is set to be packed, but just a few feet away from the action on the ice, a free watch party will be hosted in the parking lot. “I think it’s a great idea, and it gives the Panthers fans that can’t afford the games able to get somewhat of a feeling of what a game’s like,” said fan Karen Utegg. Rudy Colon was the first fan to set up in front of the stage where South Florida rapper Flo Rida is performing a free concert. A big screen was set up in the same ...

Former President Donald Trump says he’s been indicted in classified documents case

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 16:14:29 GMT

(CNN) — Former President Donald Trump has been indicted in the special counsel’s classified documents probe, sources familiar with the matter tell CNN, a stunning development that marks the first time a former president has faced federal charges.Trump has been charged with seven counts in the indictment, according to another source familiar with the matter.The former president wrote on Truth Social that he had been informed by the Justice Department he was indicted and that he was “summoned to appear at the Federal Courthouse in Miami on Tuesday, at 3 PM.”“The corrupt Biden Administration has informed my attorneys that I have been Indicted, seemingly over the Boxes Hoax,” Trump wrote.The special counsel declined to comment.The federal indictment is the second time Trump that has been charged criminally this year. In April, the Manhattan district attorney charged Trump with 34 counts of falsifying business.But the indictment from the special counsel marks a new and mor...

Mets Notebook: Mark Vientos starts as first base, Pete Alonso will undergo for MRI

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 16:14:29 GMT

ATLANTA — Pete Alonso is still encouraged by the prognosis of the left wrist contusion, but the Mets are playing it safe and sending him back to New York for further testing.Alonso, who was hit on the wrist with a pitch by Atlanta Braves right-hander Charlie Morton on Wednesday night, had a CT scan before departing Atlanta on Thursday and he’s scheduled to have an MRI in New York. The Mets want to have their own doctors from Hospital for Special Surgery evaluate their slugger, but the hope is that he can meet the team in Pittsburgh this weekend for a three-game series.“Talking to Pete during the game out on the field and talking to him after the game, I knew he wasn’t going to play today,” manager Buck Showalter said Thursday before the series finale between the Mets and the Braves at Truist Park. “He was pretty sore. The scan was scheduled for here. As far as I know, he’s still encouraged.”Mark Vientos made his first start at first ba...

Trump says he’s been indicted in classified documents investigation; Justice Dept. yet to confirm

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 16:14:29 GMT

By ERIC TUCKER, JILL COLVIN and MICHAEL BALSAMO (Associated Press)MIAMI (AP) — Donald Trump said Tuesday he’s been indicted on charges of mishandling classified documents at his Florida estate, igniting a federal prosecution that is arguably the most perilous of multiple legal threats against the former president as he seeks to reclaim the White House.The Justice Department did not immediately publicly confirm the indictment.Trump is currently in Bedminster, New Jersey. A person familiar with the situation who was not authorized to discuss it publicly said Trump’s lawyers were contacted by prosecutors shortly before he announced on his Truth Social platform that he had been indicted.Within 20 minutes of his announcement, Trump had begun fundraising off it for his 2024 presidential campaign.Trump said he is due in court Tuesday afternoon in Miami.The case adds to deepening legal jeopardy for Trump, who has already been indicted in New York and faces additional inves...