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Students who attended defunct CollegeAmerica in Colorado to receive $130M in federal student loan relief

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:36:46 GMT

The Biden administration will provide $130 million in student-loan relief to 7,400 students who attended Colorado locations of CollegeAmerica between 2006 and 2020 after the U.S. Department of Education determined the college’s parent company widely misrepresented itself, state and federal officials announced Tuesday.The Colorado Attorney General’s Office aided in the multi-year investigation of the now-defunct college, which closed its Colorado campuses in 2020.“CollegeAmerica knowingly took advantage of students by luring them into high-priced, low-quality programs with promises of high-earning potential and job placement that it knew were not attainable,” Colorado Attorney General Phil Weiser said in a Tuesday news release. “Protecting borrowers from predatory lending and helping Coloradans navigate through student loan burdens will continue to be a priority for our office.”Borrowers will receive the relief regardless of whether they filed a borrower defen...

Iron Mountain Hot Springs opens new pool area for ages 21 and older

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:36:46 GMT

People are lining up to enjoy a soak at the Iron Mountain Hot Springs and their newest attraction, the Upriver upgrade, which opened June 30.The 21 and older section is only $10 more than the regular price and includes “experience pools” with mineral recipes from around the world. Annual passholders 21 and older can access the new pools at no additional charge.The new section features two freshwater pools, a cold plunge pool and some people’s favorite perk — no children. Specific wristbands are given to guests who are of age and pay for the Upriver section and a gate separates the sections requiring the guests to scan their wristband to open the gate. Guests can go back and forth between the two sides, since they are paying for the full experience, and the local hot spring company wouldn’t want you to miss out on the natural spring water they are known for. Related ArticlesOutdoors | For a quick summer getaway, check out Aspen’s adventurous side Outdoors ...

Firefighters rescue construction worker who had medical problem atop Denver building site

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:36:46 GMT

Denver firefighters on Tuesday rescued a construction worker who had a medical problem about 35 feet high on a building site, deploying a ladder to bring him safely to the ground for evaluation.Firefighters conducted the rescue around 7:30 a.m. at the site near the intersection of Colfax Avenue and Hooker Street.@denver_fire is on scene of a high angle rescue near Colfax and Hooker. Worker having a medical issue. Patient is now on the ground being evaluated by Medics. pic.twitter.com/HYBLgeeGh9— Denver Fire Department (@Denver_Fire) July 25, 2023Related ArticlesColorado News | Two fires burning in forests west of Colorado Springs quickly snuffed Colorado News | Possibly armed man on roof in Boulder prompts shelter-in-place alert for residents Colorado News | Denver weather: Temps rising to 99 degrees with light, brief afternoon thunderstorms Colorado News | 6 places in Boulder you’ll see in a new reality dating T...

SEVEN MONTHS AFTER QATARGATE, A CONFLICT OF INTEREST DAMAGES THE IMAGE OF THE EUROPEAN PARLIAMENT

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:36:46 GMT

The President of the European Parliament, Roberta Metsola assures that nothing can be blamed on the senior European official, Niccollo Rinaldi, former Italian MEP. AFPLast December, the Qatargate scandal exploded, which we have followed extensively in these columns. The first shock passed, the President of the European Parliament, Roberta Metsola, swore to her great gods that everything was going to change and that the ethical rules would be reinforced - writes Hugues Krasner. With a view to combating corruption, of course, but also to ensure that lobbying – which, in its role of providing information, is necessary for democracy – is exercised according to strict rules of transparency. The reality is quite different. A former MEP, the Italian Niccolo Rinaldi, is now Head of Unit in the European Parliament. Specifically, he is responsible for the regional unit responsible for relations in particular with the countries of Central Asia (Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Uzbekistan, Tajikistan an...

Snoop Dogg cancels Hollywood Bowl concerts due to strike 'uncertainty'

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:36:46 GMT

Snoop Dogg is standing in solidarity with those on the SAG-AFTRA and WGA picket lines. The Long Beach, California native has canceled the pair of shows that were set for the Hollywood Bowl later this year to celebrate the rapper's 30th anniversary of his debut album "Doggystyle.""We regret to inform you that due to the ongoing strike and the uncertainty when this will be over, we need to cancel the Hollywood Bowl show," Snoop said in a post on Instagram. Dwayne ‘The Rock’ Johnson makes massive donation to SAG-AFTRA Foundation "We stand in solidarity with all of our brothers and sisters in the WGA and SAG-AFTRA during this difficult time and remain hopeful that the AMPTP will come back to the negotiating table with a REAL proposal and we can all get back to work," the "Doggfather" continued.The shows were set for June initially alongside Dr. Dre but were rescheduled to October due to the writers' strike. Bronny James suffers cardiac arrest during USC practice: Report “DOGGYSTY...

Can beavers help save California from climate change?

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:36:46 GMT

For years, beavers have been treated as an annoyance for chewing down trees and shrubs and blocking up streams, leading to flooding in neighborhoods and farms. But the animal is increasingly being seen as nature's helper in the midst of climate change.California recently changed its tune and is embracing the animals that can create lush habitats that lure species back into now-urban areas, enhance groundwater supplies and buffer against the threat of wildfires.A new policy that went into effect last month encourages landowners and agencies dealing with beaver damage to seek solutions such as putting flow devices in streams or protective wrap on trees before seeking permission from the state to kill the animals. The state is also running pilot projects to relocate beavers to places where they can be more beneficial. Two beavers swim in Napa Creek, Wednesday, July 19, 2023, in Napa, Calif. (AP Photo/Godofredo A. Vásquez)The aim is to preserve more beavers, along with their nature-frie...

Bronny: LeBron James’ Son Suffers Cardiac Arrest At USC Practice

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:36:46 GMT

LeBron “Bronny,” James Jr., USC basketball star and son of the Lakers’ LeBron James, was hospitalized Monday after suffering cardiac arrest at practice.James, 18, was practicing at the Galen Center in L.A., where USC typically holds its games. Details were not immediately given by USC, nor the James family about the incident, but did say Bronny was placed in the Intensive Care Unit (ICU). He is now in stable condition and removed from the ICU“Yesterday while practicing Bronny James suffered a cardiac arrest,” a spokesperson for the James family said in a statement. “Medical staff was able to treat Bronny and take him to the hospital. He is now in stable condition and no longer in ICU. We ask for respect and privacy for the James family and we will update media when there is more information. LeBron and Savannah wish to publicly send their deepest thanks and appreciation to the USC medical and athletic staff for their incredible work and dedication to the safety of ...

…Are you ready for it? A last-minute guide for Taylor Swift’s Eras Tour Santa Clara stop

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:36:46 GMT

The time is near, Swifties.Taylor Swift is coming to the Bay Area for The Eras Tour – her first stadium concert series since the 2018 Reputation Tour. Whether you already have your ticket secured, are still looking for a ticket or just want to know what’s going on, here is everything you need to know in preparation for the concert.When and where is Taylor Swift performing?Taylor Swift will be performing at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara on July 28 and 29, with opening acts from HAIM and Gracie Abrams. The show starts at 6:30 p.m. on both nights and is expected to end around 11:00 p.m.I don’t have a ticket for the concert. Can I still get one?Yes, but they’re not cheap. At the time of publication, the lowest prices were around $1,014 on Seatgeek for a spot that’s behind the stage – and that’s before fees are tacked on. You can also purchase tickets on StubHub or Vivid Seats for similar prices.It is also possible that ticket prices might drop as the date for the shows approach. In Seat...

San Jose office building lands in default, faces foreclosure seizure

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:36:46 GMT

SAN JOSE — A big San Jose office and research building has toppled into a default on its real estate loan in a reminder the Bay Area commercial property markets face plenty of post-coronavirus financial challenges.The property’s lender claims that the loan for the building, which is located at 5729 Fontanoso Way in south San Jose, has become delinquent and is threatening to foreclose on the mortgage and seize the property, according to documents filed on July 18 with the Santa Clara County Recorder’s Office.In May 2022, Saratoga-based Atlas Capital Investments paid $27.4 million to buy the building, which totals 78,200 square feet and occupies a 4.7-acre site.At the time of the transaction, Atlas Capital obtained a loan of $18.4 million from Evergreen Advantage to finance the purchase. Now, that loan is in default, the county documents state.At one point, the south San Jose building had been leased to Khloris Biosciences, whose motto “a world without cancer&#...

Former Northern California minister charged with murder in 1975 slaying of 8-year-old girl

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:36:46 GMT

BY RON TODT | Associated PressPHILADELPHIA  — A former Fairfield minister has been charged with murder in the slaying of an 8-year-old girl whose remains were found in southeastern Pennsylvania almost a half-century ago.David Zandstra, 83, of the Atlanta suburb of Marietta is charged with criminal homicide, first–, second- and third-degree murder, kidnapping of a minor and a related count in the 1975 death of Gretchen Harrington in Delaware County.District Attorney Jack Stollsteimer told reporters Monday in the Delaware County seat of Media that the defendant was “a monster” and “every parent’s worst nightmare.”“This is a man who is a remorseless child predator who acted as if he was a friend, a neighbor and a man of God, and he killed this poor little girl,” Stollsteimer said.Having killed a child who knew and trusted him, he then “acted as if he was their family friend, not only during her burial and the period after that but for years,” the district attorney said.Gretchen H...