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Colorado to receive $70 million from Kroger’s $1.4 billion opioid settlement

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:49:29 GMT

One of the nation’s largest grocery chains is the latest company to agree to settle lawsuits over the U.S. opioid crisis.In a deal announced Friday, the Kroger Co. — the parent company of King Soopers and City Market — would pay up to $1.4 billion over 11 years. The amount includes up to $1.2 billion for state and local governments where it operates, $36 million to Native American tribes and about $177 million to cover lawyers’ fees and costs.Kroger currently has stores in 35 states — virtually everywhere save the Northeast, the northern plains and Hawaii. Thirty-three states would be eligible for money in the deal. The company previously announced settlements with New Mexico and West Virginia.Colorado is expected to receive approximately $70 million from the settlement.“The number of overdose deaths from opioids is a clarion call for action. By holding accountable those who contributed to this crisis, we are continuing to take action and we are bringing back funds...

Denver housing market: Strategic pricing drives success in August

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:49:29 GMT

As interest rates remain high and more homes become available, pricing in the Denver metro housing market remains a science.“If a home is priced correctly, or even under market, it may still receive multiple offers,” said Libby Levinson-Katz, chair of the Denver Metro Association of Realtors Market Trends Committee in the September report.“However, if the price is slightly high, then days on the market climb until you find the right buyer or the right price.”According to the report, active listings in Denver increased 9% in August from July and 19% over August 2022. The average number of active listings for August is 15,900, so with 6,858 active listings last month, the metro area’s inventory remains historically low.The number of new listings increased about 2%. At the same time, pending sales dropped nearly 1%, and closed sales declined 2%. The median closed price dropped to $582,000 while the median days on the market increased to 11 days.“Buye...

Disneyland agrees to pay $9.5M in Magic Key lawsuit

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:49:29 GMT

New details have emerged regarding the settlement between Disneyland and a Magic Key holder who filed a class-action lawsuit in 2021.The lawsuit, filed by Jenale Nielsen of Santa Clara County, claimed that the theme park misled and deceived Magic Key holders who bought the most expensive yearly passes into thinking they would get unlimited access to the theme parks only to be unable to secure reservations for certain days. Nevada man files lawsuit against Disneyland after alleged attack by security dog Terms of settlement revealed that a $9.5 million settlement fund will be established to pay those who purchased the Dream Key, a discontinued Magic Key pass type that was the focus of the lawsuit.The Dream Key has since been replaced with the Inspire Key, the resort’s most expensive pass that offers the fewest blackout dates.Disney fans who purchased the discontinued pass will receive an approximate payout of $67.41 without having to fill out any claim submission form. Eligible reci...

Bodyboarders ride bioluminescent waves in Southern California

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:49:29 GMT

Bioluminescence is not an unfamiliar sight in California, but when it's spotted, it's often aquatic creatures playing in the lit waters.Earlier this week, however, a photographer and videographer captured some humans getting in on the fun.In Huntington Beach, boogie boarders took to the ocean to catch some glowing waves, which are usually the result of plankton called Lingulodinium polyedra, often shortened to L. poly."It’s been a while since we’ve seen it here but the waves this time around were unbelievably bright," Patrick Coyne, who goes by @patrickc_la on Instagram, shared on the social media platform. "The beach was crowded with people enjoying the show and we all had a blast."Coyne, who has a talent for capturing stunning bioluminescent scenes, previously shared videos of dolphins frolicking in the waves off Newport Beach in 2020 and a school of mullet playing in bioluminescent water last year. Video captured by Instagram user @patrickc_la shows boogie boarders riding on biol...

Newborn safely surrendered at L.A. County fire station

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:49:29 GMT

A newborn boy was safely surrendered at a Los Angeles County Fire Station in Whittier, County Supervisor Janice Hahn announced on Friday.The surrender took place around 8 p.m. Thursday at Fire Station 28 on Greenleaf Avenue, according to a news release. Officials said that the baby, who was born earlier that day, was transported safely to a local hospital. Angelenos who make $70,000 a year are still considered ‘low-income’ “LA County’s Safe Surrender program has saved another life,” Supervisor Hahn said in a statement. “I am thankful for this baby boy’s mother who chose to do the right thing, and for the LA County firefighters at Station 28 who were ready for the unexpected and got this baby to a hospital quickly and safely.”Former Supervisor Don Knabe launched L.A. County’s Safe Surrender Program in 2001.Under the program, parents or guardians may legally, safely, and anonymously leave a baby three days old or younger with an employee at any Los Angeles County hospital or fire st...

2 Dead after Two-Vehicle Accident on South Sepulveda Boulevard [Los Angeles, CA]

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:49:29 GMT

Two Fatally Struck in 2-Car Collision near Ohio AvenueLOS ANGELES, CA (September 8, 2023) – Saturday night, two occupants were killed in a two-vehicle accident on South Sepulveda Boulevard.Police responded to the scene just before 6:00 p.m., near Ohio Avenue and Bad News Bears Field on September 2nd.According to reports, the driver of a northbound Honda Civic struck a BMW i4 for reasons unknown. Upon arrival, fire crews had to free two occupants who became trapped inside the wreckage.Paramedics transported the two seriously injured victims to a nearby hospital where they later died. Although, authorities have not yet released their identities.In addition, the driver of the Honda was listed in critical state. Meanwhile, two passerby gave assistance to the trapped people, causing them to sustain minor injuries.Investigators blocked all lanes on Sepulveda during the conduct of investigation. Further investigation is still underway and anyone with information is urged to call the ...

Wayne West Jr. Arrested after Pursuit Collision on East Main Street [Merced, CA]

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:49:29 GMT

37-Year-Old Man Arrested after Pursuit Crash near Yosemite ParkwayMERCED, CA (September 8, 2023) – Thursday afternoon, Wayne West Jr., was arrested after a pursuit collision on East Main Street.The incident occurred around 3:30 p.m., near Yosemite Parkway.Per reports, Merced Police Officers were speaking to the driver identified as 28-year-old Karen Walker when the passenger, West Jr., attempted to put it into drive.The vehicle then moved forward into a police unit vehicle. West then climbed on top of the driver while officers attempted to break the window for entry.As police were detaining the driver, West sped off in the vehicle going south on the northbound lanes. Units did not attempt to follow him the wrong way on the freeway for safety reasons and later located him on foot near 12th and U Street.Officers say West had multiple warrants out for his arrest. As a result, police booked him into the Merced County Jail under suspicion of attempted homicide of a peace officer, e...

Woman Fatally Struck in Pedestrian Accident on South Maple Street [Spokane, WA]

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:49:29 GMT

Female Pedestrian Pronounced Dead after Fatal Collision near West 4th AvenueSPOKANE, WA (September 8, 2023) – Wednesday night, one woman was fatally struck in a pedestrian accident on South Maple Street.Around 6:30 p.m., police responded to the scene near West 4th Avenue after receiving multiple calls in the area.Following preliminary investigations, officers say the driver of a vehicle struck a woman in the area. In addition, police say she was crossing the street outside of a marked crosswalk.Paramedics arrived and transported the woman to a nearby hospital for further treatment.Due to the extent of injuries sustained, medics later pronounced the female pedestrian dead at the hospital. Although, authorities have not yet released her identity.Emergency crews closed off the surrounding area for a brief time during cleanup and preliminary duties. Once available, further details have been provided about the fatal pedestrian accident on South Maple Street.The team at Sweet James ...

Travis Horton Killed after Motorcycle Accident on State Route 16 [Tacoma, WA]

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:49:29 GMT

Motorcycle-Vehicle Collision near Interstate 5 Resulted Left One DeadTACOMA, WA (September 8, 2023) – Early Wednesday evening, Travis Horton lost his life in a motorcycle accident.The incident happened on August 16th, just before 5:45 p.m., near westbound State Route 16 and southbound Interstate 5.According to reports, Horton was riding his motorcycle in the area around the State Route 16 ramp from Interstate 5 when he collided with a Mercedes sedan and a Ford pickup. The impact of the collision caused Horton to be ejected from his motorcycle over the barrier onto South Tacoma Way below.The riderless motorcycle continued along Interstate 5 and hit a third vehicle.Officials later pronounced 31-year-old Travis Horton, of Olalla, dead, due to the extent of his condition. It is currently unknown whether any other people sustained injuries as a result of the motorcycle accident.Following the collision, crews shut down areas surrounding the ramp and South Tacoma Way. There, they per...

Cerē Takes Over LA

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:49:29 GMT

LA empowers women and sets a new standard by celebrating a woman’s right to pleasure.Cerē, the groundbreaking brand redefining pleasure tools, is proud to announce its exciting entry into the Los Angeles market with a captivating billboard campaign that will undoubtedly turn heads and spark conversations throughout the city. Cerē is more than just a pleasure tool company; it is a passionate advocate for sexual wellness and empowering females to embrace their right to sexual pleasure. Founded by a dedicated doctor, Cerē is at the forefront of creating innovative, safe, and effective products designed to enhance intimate experiences while promoting sexual wellness.The centerpiece of Cerē’s Los Angeles campaign is the creative, simple and eye-catching billboard series that reads, “LA, Meet LaLa.” The campaign’s slogan cleverly references “Lalalena,” which happens to be the world’s first vibrator designed in the shape of the clitoris. This groundbreak...