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Federal appeals court overturns 1991 death sentence in Fresno double murder

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:30:40 GMT

SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — A federal appeals court in a rare move overturned the death sentence of a man who was convicted of robbing and killing two people in Fresno in 1988, saying prosecutors knowingly presented false testimony from a key witness. The Ninth U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals in its Wednesday ruling upheld Colin Dickey’s robbery conviction and said prosecutors could decide whether to retry him for murder. Dickey remains in prison.“This is an exceptional case in which the prosecutor deliberately elicited, and then failed to correct, false and misleading testimony from the State’s star witness,” the court said in a ruling overturning Dickey’s 1991 death sentence. The Fresno County prosecutor elicited the testimony from key witness Gene Buchanan, who told the jury he had not met with prosecutors or accepted any benefits from them. In fact, the court said, they had met a dozen times during the investigation, and the district attorney’s office had dismissed drug charges aga...

American Taylor Fritz shushes booing French Open crowd after he beats French player

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:30:40 GMT

PARIS (AP) — The French Open crowd was not happy with American player Taylor Fritz after he beat one of their own — indeed, their last man in the bracket — so they booed and whistle relentlessly. Fritz’s response? He told them to shush. Over and over again.Fritz, a 25-year-old from California who is seeded No. 9 at Roland Garros, got into a back-and-forth with the fans at Court Suzanne Lenglen after his 2-6, 6-4, 6-3, 6-4 comeback victory over 78th-ranked Arthur Rinderknech in the second round on Thursday night.Rinderknech attempted a lob that landed long on the last point, and Fritz, who had been running toward the baseline to chase the ball, immediately looked up into the stands and pressed his right index finger to his lips to say, essentially, “Hush!”He held that pose for a bit as he headed back toward the net for a postmatch handshake, then spread his arms wide, wind-milled them a bit as if to egg on the rowdiness, and yelled: “Come on! I want to hear it!”During the custo...

1 person injured in Aurora police shooting

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:30:40 GMT

AURORA, Colo. (KDVR) -- One person was injured in a police shooting Thursday afternoon in Aurora.Aurora Police Department does not believe any officers were injured.Multiple police vehicles and officers are in the area around East 8th Avenue and Dayton Street, including in the parking lot of a strip mall.No additional details have been released by police.FOX31 has a crew at the scene and will update this story with new details as they are released, with live coverage on FOX31 News at 5 p.m.

Escaped inmate taken into custody

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:30:40 GMT

BRIGHTON, Colo. (KDVR) — Update, 5:11 p.m. An Adams County Sheriff's spokesperson said the inmate was taken into custody.Original: Police were searching Thursday afternoon for an inmate who escaped from the Adams County jail in Brighton. 1 person injured in Aurora police shooting The inmate, Jared Sheppard, is described as a white man with brown hair and blue eyes. He stands 5 feet 10 inches tall and weighs about 165 pounds, according to the Brighton Police Department. Sheppard, 39, was last seen wearing an orange and white striped jumpsuit with shackles. Police released the following photo just before 4:30 p.m.Police were searching Thursday afternoon for an inmate who escaped from the Adams County jail in Brighton. (Credit: Brighton Police Department)Police urged anyone who spots the man or something suspicious to stay away and call 911.Sheppard was being held on counts related to motor vehicle theft and narcotics, a police spokesperson said.

Denver weather: More afternoon storms and a cooldown

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:30:40 GMT

DENVER (KDVR) — Denver's weather will stay in this pattern of afternoon showers and thunderstorms.Weather tonight: Showers taper offThis evening, thunderstorms will taper off and rain showers will start to clear overnight. Low temperatures will fall to around 50, which is seasonal for this time of year.Weather tomorrow: Afternoon stormsFriday will look similar to Thursday. Clouds will build in ahead of afternoon showers and thunderstorms as high temperatures climb to around 70 degrees. Looking ahead: More showers, cooler temperatures Heading into the weekend, there will be more showers and thunderstorms, especially in the afternoon and early evening. Temperatures will be cooler and reach highs in the 60s to low 70s. The cooler temperatures will help to limit the threat of storms becoming severe. By the start of the next workweek, temperatures will be more seasonal and climb to the mid-70s alongside a daily chance for showers and thunderstorms developing in the afternoon.

Colorado nonprofit inspires through outdoor sports

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:30:40 GMT

DENVER (KDVR) -- The therapeutic benefits of the outdoors have been known for years. For some people who are battling cancer, multiple sclerosis and other life-threatening illnesses, the outdoor experience can be life-changing.The nonprofit First Descents was founded by pro kayaker Brad Ludden in 2001. First Descents provides white water kayaking, rock climbing and surfing for those with life-changing illnesses.“First Descents in the outdoor world is the first time a river or a mountain has been successfully descended,“ said Ryan O’Donoghue, First Descents CEO. O’Donoghue said it is the perfect metaphor. “You know, when they’re navigating a serious health diagnosis they are oftentimes encountering challenges they’ve never seen before,“ said O’Donoghue. Brighton teacher finds lost letterman jacket after 22 years First Descents provides free outdoor adventure programs for young adults with cancer, multiple sclerosis and other life-impacting illnesses.“We were born out of the belief ...

William Shatner boldly hosts Fox’s new celebrity survival show ‘Stars on Mars’

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:30:40 GMT

Once upon a time, 12 celebrities land on “Mars,” and we don’t know what happens. Yet.It’s the premise of Fox’s new show, “Stars on Mars.”Can’t wait to see this.Will the celebrities find life on the red planet? Spot a Star Trek logo or ride in a terrain buggy?Hopefully, all of the above.Mars is the next mission for all us earthlings, but can we handle it?Fox’s “Stars on Mars” is finding out, and not with regular humans either, with celebrities. Twelve, to be exact.William Shatner: “If you need anything at all, anything, you’re completely on your own.”It was a no-brainer project for Captain Kirk himself, William Shatner, who’s mission control.William Shatner: “‘We’re gonna go and make it look like Mars. We have celebrities, they’re gonna one by one be eliminated, and we’d like you to be, like, the master of ceremony. We’re gonna go to the outback of Australia a...

Dwayne Johnson says he’s returning to ‘Fast & Furious’ franchise as Hobbs

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:30:40 GMT

(CNN) — Dwayne Johnson is officially returning to the “Fast & Furious” franchise.Johnson announced the news on his social media on Thursday, saying that he’s “one hundred percent confirming” that his character Luke Hobbs is back in the mix, and thanked audiences for their support and excitement surrounding his surprise cameo in “Fast X,” which hit theaters in May.The actor also known as The Rock also teased that more is to come between Hobbs and Jason Momoa’s character Dante.“If you thought that ‘The Rock’ versus ‘Stone Cold’ Steve Austin headlining three WrestleManias was earth-shattering, well, wait until you see Dante and Hobbs collide,” he said, calling back to his days as a professional wrestler.While Johnson wasn’t explicitly clear on what the next “Fast” installment is, The Wrap is reporting that an untitled Hobbs movie is in the works at Universal Pictures that will be a “bridge” between “Fast X” and “Fast ...

Miami-Dade Corrections, Denver sheriff team up to encourage Heat, Nuggets fans to celebrate NBA Finals responsibly

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:30:40 GMT

In anticipation of Game 1 of the NBA Finals between the Miami Heat and the Denver Nuggets, law enforcement agencies from both cities are asking fans to enjoy the events that will be held over the weekend but to also remain safe.In a collaborative effort between the Miami-Dade Corrections and Rehabilitation Department and Denver Sheriff Elias Diggins, officials on Thursday said they are encouraging basketball fans to not drink and drive and celebrate responsibly.https://twitter.com/fox_sheldon/status/1664419881406570496?s=20MDCR will also work with several Miami-Dade County law enforcement agencies to maintain a safe environment for fans who live, work and are visiting the county. Game 1 of the NBA Finals is scheduled take place in Denver beginning at 8:30 p.m. on Thursday.

Opponents hold ‘day without immigrants’ in Florida to protest new restrictions

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:30:40 GMT

By DANIEL KOZIN (Associated Press)IMMOKALEE, Fla. (AP) — Across Florida on Thursday, workers didn’t show up at construction sites and tomato fields and scores of restaurants, shops and other small businesses never opened their doors to protest a new state law that imposes restrictions on undocumented immigrants. Organizers dubbed the protest “a day without immigrants.”In the Orlando area, dozens of protesters, including some driving trucks with small construction cranes, demonstrated at a busy intersection outside the office of a state lawmaker who had championed the law.In Immokalee, an area in southwest Florida known for its tomato fields, hundreds of protesters, many with families, marched two miles around the town, chanting and carrying signs. In Fort Lauderdale, opponents of the law chanted and waved flags outside Isis Cordova’s Latin cuisine restaurant, which was closed in protest.“I managed to get legal status in this country, and I said on...