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Broncos and Bears took different approaches to 2021 NFL draft — only to end up in eerily similar positions

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 10:57:03 GMT

A week before his first draft as an NFL general manager, George Paton’s phone rang more than he picked up and dialed.Holding the No. 9 selection, Paton knew several teams would be taking quarterbacks early. He said as much in his pre-draft news conference, speculating as many as five could go in the top 10.“It’s very strong. Kind of depends on what flavor you want,” he said of the group a week before Trevor Lawrence went No. 1 overall to Jacksonville. “But there could be five, maybe six drafted in the first round.”One of the teams trying to move up: Chicago. General manager Ryan Pace held the 20th pick but knew he’d have to jump up the board if he wanted to land one of the quintet of quarterbacks.Paton, though, wasn’t inclined to be the one to move back. At least not that far. Plus, on the surface, the Broncos looked like a team that could use a young quarterback to build around themselves.Draft day deals sometimes come out of thin air once teams are on the clock, but front offices ...

Denver moved 83 people indoors in cleanup of homeless camp, Mayor Mike Johnston says

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 10:57:03 GMT

Denver’s relocation of residents of a Capitol Hill homeless encampment ahead of a cleanup this week resulted in 83 people moving into rooms at an undisclosed hotel, Mayor Mike Johnston said Thursday.He saw Monday’s relocation effort, which he dubbed as the city’s first successful encampment “closure,” as a demonstration that his administration was on the right path, he said during a news conference. Past sweeps or cleanups usually have resulted in the people living there simply relocating to another public place nearby.The new mayor has invested significant city staff time and $49 million in city housing funding this year into his push to get 1,000 unhoused people into some form of more stable housing or shelter by the end of the year.The first test happened across the street from the Colorado governor’s mansion at East Eighth Avenue and Logan Street, ahead of a cleanup of the camp on Tuesday. That highly visible block in Capitol Hill will now be ...

Goodbye red envelope: Netflix mails final DVD

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 10:57:03 GMT

Long live the red envelope.This morning Netflix shipped out its final DVD closing a chapter that began 25 years ago with a copy of Tim Burton's "Beetlejuice."The company penned a note to customers thanking them for being a part of this journey.A Netflix DVD envelope is shown on Nov. 17, 2022, in San Francisco. (AP Photo/Michael Liedtke, File)"It’s the end of an era, but the DVD business built our foundation for the years to come – giving members unprecedented choice and control, a wide variety of titles to choose from and the freedom to watch as much as they want," the company said.The note was accompanied by a video montage showing the journey of the company's DVD division."DVDs will forever be in our DNA," reads a billboard from the company.For those shocked by the news, this isn't exactly new. Back in April, CEO Ted Sarandos made the announcement. "After an incredible 25 year run, we’ve decided to wind down DVD.com later this year," Sarandos penned. "Our goal has always been to p...

Two Hurt after Rollover Crash on Dumbarton Bridge [Newark, CA]

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 10:57:03 GMT

Double Vehicle Crash Along Highway 84 Resulted in InjuriesNEWARK, CA (September 29, 2023) – Early Thursday morning, a rollover crash on Dumbarton Bridge left at least two people with injuries.Around 5:39 a.m., an eastbound Ford pickup truck collided with a concrete divider and rolled over.Subsequently, a second vehicle attempted to hit the brakes to avoid collision with the Ford. However, the driver lost control and hit the pickup, leaving them with minor injuries.Meanwhile, the driver of the Ford pickup truck suffered serious head injuries from the crash but is expected to recover.At this time, the identities of the parties involved in the incident have not been disclosed to the public.In the end, the California Highway Patrol closed all lanes of Highway 84 at Dumbarton Bridge as crews cleared out the gravel spill. The roadway has since been reopened to the public.The CHP continues to investigate the circumstances that led up to the first crash.One small driving mistake can l...

One Killed in Multi-Vehicle Collision on Interstate 35 [Buda, TX]

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 10:57:03 GMT

Multi-Vehicle Collision on Interstate 35 near Sunflower Road Claimed One LifeBUDA, TX (September 29, 2023) – Friday morning, one person lost their life in a multi-vehicle collision on Interstate 35.The fatal incident happened on September 15th, at around 4:31 a.m. near exit 220, Sunflower Road.According to reports, the interstate was closed off after four vehicles collided. The collision included a semi-truck and three passenger vehicles.Officials state that a driver traveling the wrong way proved to be responsible for the collision.Medics pronounced one dead at the scene due to injuries sustained. However, authorities have not yet released their identity.Additionally, authorities closed the road for approximately four hours to allow for cleanup and preliminary duties.The Buda Officials will provide more information once available.The Sweet James team sends their warm and sincerest sympathies to the friends and family of the deceased victim. May the memories of your loved one ...

Susan Longoria, Chase Mapes, Kiara Baker and Jasmine Jones Killed in Multi-Vehicle Crash on Interstate 35 [Fort Worth, TX]

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 10:57:03 GMT

Chain-Reaction Collision Claimed Four Lives, Injured Two on Berry StreetFORT WORTH, TX (September 29, 2023) – Monday evening, a multi-car crash claimed the lives of Susan Longoria, Chase Mapes, Kiara Baker, and Jasmine Jones.The incident unfolded at approximately 9:00 p.m. on September 11th, when officers responded to a collision on the northbound lanes of Interstate 35, between Berry and Felix Street. The chain of events commenced with a minor collision between two vehicles.To aid the drivers involved in this initial crash, a truck operator pulled over and partially obstructed the roadway. There, an 18-wheeler subsequently collided with the vehicles, setting off a cascading series of accidents.Among the victims who lost their lives, we mourn the passing of 31-year-old Susan Longoria, 25-year-old Chase Mapes, and 23-year-old Kiara Baker. Three of them succumbed to their injuries at the scene, while 21-year-old Jasmine Jones passed away at the hospital.Furthermore, two addition...

One Dead after Two-Vehicle Crash on Grant Line Road [Tracy, CA]

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 10:57:03 GMT

One Killed in Two-Car Collision near South Bird RoadTRACY, CA (September 29, 2023) – Thursday morning, a two-vehicle crash on Grant Line Road claimed the life of one person.The incident happened around 4:20 a.m. in the area of Grant Line and South Bird roads in the unincorporated community of Banta near Tracy.The responding units of California Highway Patrol pronounced one person dead at the scene. The coroner’s office will release the identity of the deceased motorist once the next of kin has been notified.It was not reported whether the second driver suffered any injuries.At this time, the reason behind the fatal incident remains unclear and under investigation. In addition, the crash blocked both east and westbound lanes of South Bird Road between Berry Road and G Street.No further details regarding the Grant Line Road two-vehicle crash have been released. Tracy Officials will provide more information once available.In this sorrowful time, the Sweet James team would like to...

Man Dies in Pedestrian-Auto Collision on Willow Street [San Jose, CA]

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 10:57:03 GMT

Vehicle vs. Pedestrian Crash near Meridian Avenue Resulted in FatalitySAN JOSE, CA (September 29, 2023) – Monday morning, a pedestrian-auto collision on Willow Street in San Jose claimed the life of one person.The deadly collision happened around 6:20 a.m. near Willow Street and Meridian Avenue in the Willow Glen neighborhood.Based on the report, a vehicle traveling through a green light hit an adult male pedestrian along the southbound Meridian.The pedestrian appeared to have been walking against a solid red light on a crosswalk, according to Officer Steve Aponte.Medical personnel rushed the victim to a nearby hospital where he succumbed to his injuries. However, his identity has not been disclosed to the public, pending notification from the next of kin.Meanwhile, the involved driver stayed at the scene and cooperated with the investigators.Those with further information regarding the accident are encouraged to contact San Jose officials as soon as possible.In this sorrowful...

Ismael Martinez Jr. Killed in a DUI Crash at FM 3472 [Ector County, TX]

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 10:57:03 GMT

Martin Salas-Gallegos Arrested after DUI Crash near 16th StreetECTOR COUNTY, TX (September 29, 2023) – Friday night, a DUI collision at FM 372 claimed the life of Ismael Martinez Jr. The collision happened on September 8th, at around 11:00 a.m., near the intersection of FM 3472 and 16th Street.According to reports, a 2013 Chevrolet Silverado, driven by Martin Salas-Gallegos, was crossing multiple lanes going westbound when it hit a 2004 Harley-Davidson motorcycle, ridden by 57-year-old Ismael Martinez Jr.The impact of the crash caused Martinez to be flung off the road, and Martinez was then struck by a Chrysler 300 being driven by a 17-year-old as he lay on the road. Officials pronounced Ismael Martinez dead at the scene.Meanwhile, responders transported Salas-Gallegos to Medical Center Hospital and later released into police custody. Later, after being charged with manslaughter, he got out after posting a $125,000 bond.Furthermore, police said that driving under the influence...

From Chance to HER — the New LA Weekly Playlist is Live

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 10:57:03 GMT

From Chance to HER: The 176th LA Weekly playlist, reviewing the musicians that we’ve been writing about all week, is live now. There’s electronic music from Kiinjo, hip-hop from Chance the Rapper, iCandy & Flo Milli, R&B from HER, rock & roll from the Struts and Jethro Tull, and so much more.Find us on Spotify here,or on Soundcloud here.Don’t forget to “Like” the playlists and “Follow” the profiles.The Struts (Ben Cope)From Chance to HERAlso this week:Gethin Davies of print stars the Struts told us that, “I came from a small town in Wales where there’s not a lot of choice to do anything. So being here, you can go out and have a crazy night, or you can find an event. Bands come through and you can go and see gigs. It’s honestly endless, what you can do here. Also, we were touring for so long, this is the first time I’ve paid rent somewhere since I joined the band. We’d just been living out of suitcases for a while. So it’s nice to be able to settle down somewhere, and hav...