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New wintry weather rules may prompt drivers to steer clear of GW Parkway

Published Sun, 29 Dec 2024 12:40:48 GMT

Two inches of snow or a trace of freezing rain or ice — even the anticipation of such precipitation — is all it will take now for officials to shut down a portion of the George Washington Memorial Parkway.The new National Park Service guidelines apply to the northern section of the parkway, between Spout Run Parkway and the Beltway, which is undergoing a major rehabilitation project.The National Park Service said the northern section of the George Washington Memorial Parkway “will close for storms forecasting 2 or more inches of snow or any amount of freezing rain or ice.” It said that portion of the parkway will “close 4 hours before the forecasted start of the storm,” adding that drivers “will need to seek alternate routes.”Traffic will continue along the northern section of the parkway “during storms forecasting less than 2 inches of snow with no freezing rain or ice,” according to a news release.Listen to WTOP online and on the rad...

No. 22 Oklahoma State tries to reach 10-win mark when it faces Texas A&M in Texas Bowl

Published Sun, 29 Dec 2024 12:40:48 GMT

TaxAct Texas Bowl No. 22 Oklahoma State (9-4, Big 12) vs. Texas A&M (7-5, Southeastern Conference), Dec. 27, 9 p.m. Eastern (ESPN)Line: Texas A&M by 1 1/2, according to FanDuel Sportsbook.Series record: Texas A&M leads 18-10.WHAT’S AT STAKE?The Cowboys look to reach the 10-win mark for the second time in three seasons (12-2 in 2021) when they face Texas A&M, which wraps up another disappointing season that led to the firing of coach Jimbo Fisher. Oklahoma State is coming off a 49-21 loss to Texas in the Big 12 championship game and the Aggies will try to finish the season strong after a 42-30 loss to LSU the last time out.KEY MATCHUPOklahoma State RB Ollie Gordon II vs. Texas A&M’s run defense. Gordon entered the transfer portal but announced Sunday that he’s staying at Oklahoma State. He led the nation with 1,614 yards rushing to become the first Oklahoma State player to win the Doak Walker Award for the nation’s top running back and was named a unanimous All-Am...

Gordon to lead No. 22 Oklahoma State against Texas A&M in Texas Bowl

Published Sun, 29 Dec 2024 12:40:48 GMT

COLLEGE STATION, Texas (AP) — Ollie Gordon II flirted with the idea of leaving Oklahoma State, with the star running back entering the transfer portal earlier this month.But he announced Sunday ahead of the team’s matchup with Texas A&M (7-5) in the Texas Bowl on Wednesday night that he’ll remain with the 22nd-ranked Cowboys (9-4) next season.Gordon led the nation with 1,614 yards rushing to become the first Oklahoma State player to win the Doak Walker Award for the nation’s top running back and was named a unanimous All-American. He ran for at least 120 yards in six straight games this season, highlighted by two consecutive games with more than 270 yards rushing.Now he’ll try to lead the Cowboys to their third bowl win in four seasons when they play in their school-record 18th consecutive bowl game.Gordon, who was a bit banged up at the end of the regular season, appreciates the extra time they’ve had to prepare for the Aggies.“Our schedule is more like our spring schedule, so ...

ID released for Adams County deputy killed in crash that injured woman and 2 toddlers

Published Sun, 29 Dec 2024 12:40:48 GMT

DENVER (KDVR) — An Adams County deputy who was killed in a crash on Christmas Eve that also led to a woman and toddler suffering serious injuries has now been identified.On Monday, the Adams County Sheriff's Office said an off-duty deputy was killed in a crash in Weld County. FOX31 Newsletters: Sign up to get breaking news sent to your inbox On Tuesday, the agency identified the deputy as 31-year-old Joshua Maloy, of Greeley, who was killed in a crash between two vehicles. Maloy had been employed by the Adams County Sheriff's Office for two years and nine months after serving nine and a half years with the U.S. Marine Corps. The agency shared that Maloy was a "beloved husband, father, and deputy."State Patrol gives preliminary details of deadly crashAccording to the Colorado State Patrol, a 36-year-old woman from Loveland was driving a Toyota Tundra northbound on Weld Country Road 49 at around 5:21 p.m. Maloy was driving a Toyota Tacoma on southbound Weld County Road 49.CSP said t...

Victim of deadly Westminster parking lot shooting identified

Published Sun, 29 Dec 2024 12:40:48 GMT

DENVER (KDVR) -- The victim of a shooting in a parking lot at 8900 Harlan Street in Westminster has been identified by the Jefferson County Coroner's Office. The victim was identified as Jon Rosenboom, 46. Adams County sheriff’s deputy dies in crash Seth Fernandez, 24, was arrested on Dec. 23 on a charge of first-degree murder. He is scheduled to appear in court on Dec. 29 for a return filing of charges hearing. According to Westminster police reports, Rosenboom was found in the parking lot around 10:35 p.m. on Dec. 22. He was transported to a hospital where he later died.Two other men also went to a local hospital with gunshot wounds, one who took themself in for treatment and was reported to be in critical condition, and another who was hospitalized with non-life-threatening injuries.Police said they believed an argument between several men in the parking lot led to firing guns at each other.

How to use — and not lose — your FSA dollars as the end of year approaches

Published Sun, 29 Dec 2024 12:40:48 GMT

Christopher Snowbeck | Star Tribune (TNS)While rushing to buy holiday gifts, don’t forget another deadline that comes for many consumers each December: spending down dollars in their health FSA account.Flexible Spending Accounts (or Arrangements) are an optional benefit employers establish that lets workers set aside money for certain medical expenses.There’s no tax on dollars contributed to an FSA, so the accounts stretch your purchasing power on everything from eyewear and sanitizing wipes to annual physicals and hearing aids. In recent years, the federal government has expanded the number of products purchasable with FSA funds, but there’s still a significant catch with the accounts.Generally speaking, FSAs are “use-it-or-lose-it” plans.Funds you haven’t spent by the end of the plan year — typically Dec. 31 — won’t roll over into the new year. (That differs from a Health Savings Account (HSA), available to those with a High Deductible Hea...

Will Ozempic change the food industry? Not yet, but give it time

Published Sun, 29 Dec 2024 12:40:48 GMT

By Anna Helhoski | NerdWalletRecent reports have depicted highly profitable snack and fast food companies quaking in their boots over the threats posed by appetite-suppressing drugs like Ozempic.These pearl-clutching (or more aptly, Pringles-clutching) reports are likely premature. That’s largely because weight-loss drug usage isn’t yet widespread enough to make a difference to the food economy.As more weight-loss drugs are developed and approved by the FDA, that could all change. But the stars must align, and in this case that means: Shortages cease and there are enough injectables to go around; the price comes down to an affordable level for the average consumer; health insurance begins covering these drugs for weight loss; the known side effects prove tolerable enough for long-term use; and no new dire side effects emerge that deter consumers entirely.In other words, there are a lot of “ifs and maybes” involved that make experts like Barry Popkin, a professor of nutrition at the ...

The year in opioid settlements: 5 things you need to know

Published Sun, 29 Dec 2024 12:40:48 GMT

Aneri Pattani | KFF Health News (TNS)This year, about $1.5 billion has landed in state and local government coffers from court settlements made with more than a dozen companies that manufactured, sold, or distributed prescription painkillers and were sued for their role in fueling the opioid crisis.That money has gone from an emerging funding stream for which people had lofty but uncertain aspirations to a coveted pot of billions of dollars being invested in real time to address addiction.Altogether, the companies are expected to pay more than $50 billion to state and local governments over nearly two decades.Meanwhile, more than 100,000 Americans have died of drug overdoses annually in recent years, underscoring the urgent nature of the crisis.KFF Health News has been tracking the funds all year and covering the windfall’s mixed impact in communities across the country. Here are five things we’ve noticed in 2023 and plan to keep an eye on next year:Protesters gather outside the Dep...

Massive waves expected to hit San Diego County beaches

Published Sun, 29 Dec 2024 12:40:48 GMT

SAN DIEGO — Massive waves will pound the San Diego coast this week as longer period swells are expected to roll in alongside several storms hitting the West Coast.Waves anywhere from eight to 15 feet are likely to be generated on the county's west facing-beaches from Thursday to Saturday, according to the National Weather Service. Elevated surf is also expected on Wednesday and Sunday.During this time, the first of a series of low-pressure systems will move over California, bringing showers and cool temperatures to parts of the state. Most of Southern California — including San Diego County — is not expected to receive rainfall with the system until the weekend. San Diego saw the brunt of the Pacific storm overnight. Here’s how much rain fell On Saturday, some light rain may also be possible in coastal and inland valley areas, NWS said, while mountain communities could see snow showers with light accumulations at elevations 6,500 ft. and above.The most noticeable impact of the sys...

Kevin Kiermaier agrees to return to Blue Jays on one-year, $10.5M deal

Published Sun, 29 Dec 2024 12:40:48 GMT

Centre fielder Kevin Kiermaier has an agreement to return to the Toronto Blue Jays on a one-year, $10.5-million deal, Sportsnet’s Ben Nicholson-Smith confirmed Tuesday.#BlueJays are in agreement with Kevin Kiermaier on a one-year, $10.5 million deal pending physical per source@Feinsand was on this. Deal includes some incentives— Ben Nicholson-Smith (@bnicholsonsmith) December 26, 2023Tuesday’s move marks the first major move of the off-season for the Blue Jays after the chase for Shohei Ohtani ended with the two-way star signing a record deal with the Los Angeles Dodgers.The signing keeps the Blue Jays’ strong defensive outfield, also featuring George Springer and Daulton Varsho, intact.Kiermaier was terrific in 2023 for Toronto, winning the Gold Glove in centre and posting his best offensive season since 2017.The 33-year-old slashed .265/.322/.419 with eight home runs, six triples and 14 stolen bases in 129 games. On defence, he posted the most defensive run...