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Caution urged after dozens of rabid bats found in Illinois this year

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 15:57:40 GMT

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. - With more than two dozen rabid bats found in Illinois so far this year, public health officials are warning people to keep an eye out for bats and other infected animals. The Illinois Department of Public Health says bats are the most common source of a potential rabies infection in Illinois, and exposures from bats are most likely during the summer months, especially July and August.According to Illinois DPH, 27 bats have tested positive for rabies across 14 counties this year, many in northern parts of the state or in the Chicagoland. Experts say generally less than 1% of bats randomly sampled test positive for rabies. Ellisville man accused of firing at car on I-64 However, the CDC reports rabies is a potentially fatal disease when contracted by humans. “Rabies is a fatal but preventable disease,” said IDPH Director Dr. Sameer Vohra. “It is important that Illinois residents know how to prevent rabies exposure to protect themselves and their loved ones. Rabi...

What’s up with homeless camp sweeps in Denver?

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 15:57:40 GMT

Mayor Mike Johnston’s race to reverse the trend of homelessness in Denver, and provide housing for 1,000 people living on the city’s streets before the end of the year, has created confusion about his administration’s policy around ordering cleanups — or sweeps — of homeless encampments.Johnston assures there is no pause on homeless sweeps in the city — only that his policy is fundamentally different than his predecessor, Mayor Michael Hancock’s. Johnston says he only wants to sweep a large encampment if there is housing to offer to all the people living there — with some key exceptions.“That’s the fundamental difference, linking people to housing units,” Johnston said this week.It’s unclear if that means Johnston will delay sweeps until a significant number of new housing units are constructed or acquired or how long that is expected to take. No large encampment cleanups occurred during the mayor’s first ...

Daniel Bard melts down in 9th inning, Rockies blow game and series to Nationals in brutal 5-4 defeat

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 15:57:40 GMT

Just when the Rockies give you a reason to believe, the baseball gods swing it back the other way, proclaiming 2023 is certain to be the worst summer in club history.Colorado’s brutal defeat on Wednesday at Nationals Park epitomized that bleak possibility. The Rockies lost to Washington, 5-4, who walked them off as Daniel Bard blew the game and the series with an unwatchable ninth inning.The Rockies entered the final frame up 4-1 and with plenty to feel good about. They’ll leave D.C. having been collectively gut-punched.“It’s frustrating for Daniel, frustrating for us, because I thought we played a really good game,” Rockies manager Bud Black told reporters. “I thought we had some really good swings, and Peter (Lambert) pitched great… It’s a tough day for Daniel.”Colorado was three outs from winning three of its first four series coming out of the all-star break, which included taking two-of-three games from the Yankees out of th...

“All the eyes are on us”: Summit County hopes to set national precedent for housing solutions as US Forest Service project moves forward

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 15:57:40 GMT

By Robert Tann, The Summit DailyA proposal to lease United States Forest Service land to a local government to build workforce housing is still underway in Summit County.Related ArticlesColorado News | What’s up with homeless camp sweeps in Denver? Colorado News | Amber Alert issued for 2-month-old girl taken from Pueblo West Colorado News | Aurora police seek information after video shows woman pulled into vehicle by four men Colorado News | Colorado man confesses to killing Sterling woman in Missouri, leads investigators to body Colorado News | 6 malnourished horses rescued in Parker, owner cited for animal cruelty While details continue to be hammered out ahead of a final deal, officials say it could be a model for the rest of the country if the plan is successful.“This is a tool that we’ve been given to utilize under the 2018 Farm Bill,” said Dillon District ranger Adam Bianchi. “We’re kind of the fi...

Kazakh President condemns burning of the Quran in Scandinavian Countries

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 15:57:40 GMT

Kazakhstan’s President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev “considers the acts of burning the Quran in a number of Nordic countries as an unacceptable provocation that might fuel tension in the modern world and undermine trust between peoples and states”, the statement from his press service reads.The statement reminds us that ** Kazakhstan is the initiator of the Congress of Leaders of World and Traditional Religions ( This forum has become “a platform for effective and constructive dialogue between prominent representatives of traditional religions and confessions”.Tokayev believes that “the increasing incidents of religious vandalism and irresponsible behaviour of citizens of the respective states should be subjected to unanimous condemnation as actions that are contrary to the universally accepted norms of peaceful coexistence of states and religions”. He also urged the UN General Assembly to also speak out on this issue.Today EU’s High Representative for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy J...

A Glittering Disco Ball of Sound, Robert Cristian Jordan Goes for Respect and Glamour on “PRIDE (Spread the Love)”

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 15:57:40 GMT

Robert Cristian Jordan is a gifted singer/songwriter from Dallas-Fort Worth, TX. He is well-known for his appealing melodies and ability to tell stories through his music, which often revolves around perseverance in the face of adversity. Jordan’s personal experiences have inspired his passion for mental health advocacy, and he continues to use his platform as a musician to spread awareness about this critical issue.As a single father, Jordan adopted four boys from the foster care system, setting a heartwarming example of love and compassion. Having been adopted, Jordan understands the importance of having a loving and supportive family and is committed to providing the same for his children. He draws inspiration from his family and their experiences, using his music as a medium to share their stories with the world.Growing up in a rural area of Texas, Jordan’s parents instilled a deep appreciation for unique experiences and opportunities in him. He was exposed to musica...

Wavewulf “The North and the Sea” album review by LA Weekly

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 15:57:40 GMT

Dreamt up by New York City area (New Jersey) musician Nicholas Long (aka Wavewulf), “The North and the Sea” is a concept album based around an arctic/sea/Scandinavian theme. The impetus for the album came about during Long’s trip to Iceland in the autumn of 2021. While there, he found himself thinking about the power of the sea, of water, and other geological forces that make Iceland’s exotic landscape exist. Before the trip, he had been feeling claustrophobic and disconnected from people. Long says that the trip gave him a feeling of freedom – freedom to move, freedom to see, and freedom to connect. In addition, Long says that direction has always been important to him; maps, latitude, longitude, where one IS in the world. Reflecting on the album name, Wavewulf explains that “The North” is a metaphor for truth and “The Sea” signifies freedom.The album not only encompasses an overriding theme drawing from the energy of Scandinavia and the Arctic seas, it expands on Wavewulf’s ...

ethey group Declares Open War On Plastic Waste–First Denovia Labs Facility Prepares To Open

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 15:57:40 GMT

ethey group’s Founder and CEO Nick Spina believes Denovia Labs to be the silver bullet for plastic waste–and investors agree. Denovia’s first facility will launch in the fall as a world leader in the battle for sustainability. For ethey and Denovia, the war is just getting started. Plastic remanufacturing will never be the same.Ever since ethey group, an incubator for sustainable companies based in London, Ontario, announced the launch of Denovia Labs, the world has been hungry for updates.For those not in the know, Denovia Labs is the brainchild of Istok Nahtigal, a physical organic chemist from Fanshawe College’s Centre for Research and Innovation. Nahtigal, who serves as the project’s Co-founder and Chief Science Officer, has discovered a solution that can disassemble plastic waste into the pure monomer that is used to create virgin plastic.In Denovia’s process, there is no denigration–which in typical recycling and remanufacturing means that plastic can only be downcycled only a...

Top 10 Entrepreneurs & Leaders to Follow in 2023

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 15:57:40 GMT

1 – Ilona AlidzaevaIn the vast landscape of the beauty industry, one name has become synonymous with excellence and innovation. Ilona Alidzaeva, a woman of unwavering determination, passion and the CEO of Revoläshion, has embarked on an extraordinary journey that has left an indelible mark on the beauty industry.Born in Russia and raised in the vibrant landscape of Montreal, Canada, Ilona discovered her profound connection to the beauty realm at the young age of 18. Despite being an immigrant twice over, Ilona overcame numerous personal obstacles and defied all odds to ascend to the pinnacle of success in her field. Over the course of 15 remarkable years, which brought her from St-Petersburg Russia, to Montreal Canada, Miami Florida, and now Laguna Beach California, she has elevated herself as a living embodiment of triumph.Guided by the desire to bring innovation to the beauty industry, Ilona founded Revoläshion — a brand that has transformed the world of lash artistry and se...

Man Fatally Struck in Rear-End Collision on Las Palmas Avenue [Stanislaus County, CA]

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 15:57:40 GMT

60-Year-Old Male Driver Killed in Two-Vehicle Accident near Sycamore AvenueSTANISLAUS COUNTY, CA (July 26, 2023) – Tuesday night, one man was fatally struck in a rear-end collision on Las Palmas Avenue.Authorities responded to the scene around 6:00 p.m., just east of Sycamore Avenue.Per reports, the driver of a westbound Toyota pickup-truck stopped suddenly for reasons unknown. As a result, the female driver of a Toyota Camry traveling behind him was unable to stop in time and rear-ended the truck.Upon impact, the Toyota pickup-truck was pushed off the road and spun out before striking a tree on the driver’s side. Medics arrived and pronounced the 60-year-old male driver, from Patterson dead at the scene.Meanwhile, the female driver of the sedan remained uninjured.Following preliminary duties, police said drugs or alcohol were not a factor in the incident. Once available, further details will be provided about the fatal rear-end collision on Las Palmas Avenue.The team at...