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Vikings WR Justin Jefferson makes a pitch for Kirk Cousins’ future in Minnesota

Published Sun, 29 Dec 2024 12:23:20 GMT

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — With the future of the Minnesota Vikings’ offense in an uncertain position because of quarterback Kirk Cousins’ injury and pending free agency, star receiver Justin Jefferson once again made his feelings about Cousins well known on Wednesday.Cousins, who sustained a season-ending Achilles tendon tear in Week 8 at Green Bay, is nearing the end of a one-year, $35 million contract with Minnesota. Without the four-time Pro Bowl quarterback, the Vikings’ offense has lacked consistency, and three QBs have started in his absence.Jefferson, who will enter the fifth season of his rookie contract next season and is due an extension, has appreciated his time with Cousins and seemingly would like Minnesota to maintain the status quo.“I feel like I’m always voicing my opinion on Kirk,” Jefferson said. “As much as people downgrade him and not want to give him his credit, I’m always the person that always gives him his credit. I’m always blessed and just accepting of the person ...

Man City rallies for 3-1 win at Everton to get Premier League campaign back on track

Published Sun, 29 Dec 2024 12:23:20 GMT

LIVERPOOL, England (AP) — Manchester City had to come from behind to beat Everton 3-1 on Wednesday and climb back into the Premier League’s top four. Just back from winning its first Club World Cup title in Saudi Arabia, City went behind to Jack Harrison’s first-half goal but recovered after the break thanks to a well-taken strike by Phil Foden and a penalty by Julian Alvarez.Bernardo Silva added the third when he pounced on a poor clearance by Jordan Pickford to curl home into an empty net in the 86th. It was only City’s second win in seven league matches but lifted the defending champions above Tottenham into fourth place, five points behind leader Liverpool with a game in hand. Second-place Arsenal can move six points clear of City by beating West Ham on Thursday. City was without Erling Haaland again because of a foot injury and Pep Guardiola’s side had a sluggish start as Everton took the lead in the 29th minute. City midfielder Rodri was pressured into an uncharacteristi...

Brentford concedes farcical goal in 4-1 defeat to Wolves. Hwang Hee-chan scores twice

Published Sun, 29 Dec 2024 12:23:20 GMT

BRENTFORD, England (AP) — South Korea forward Hwang Hee-chan scored twice as Wolverhampton took full advantage of Brentford’s defensive mistakes to secure a 4-1 win in the Premier League on Wednesday.Wolves followed up its win on Sunday over Chelsea by collecting another festive three points. It was a first victory in London in 15 attempts for Wolves, the last coming in a 2-0 win at Tottenham in February last year. But it was gifted to the visitors by a depleted Brentford side which could soon be looking nervously over its shoulder at the relegation battle after a fourth straight defeat and a sixth in seven matches.The first goal came in the 13th minute, when Pablo Sarabia’s cross was met by a header from the totally unmarked Mario Lemina to put Wolves ahead.What came next was farcical for the hosts as they played the ball back from their own kickoff toward goalkeeper Mark Flekken. Nathan Collins’ back pass to the Dutchman was under-hit and, barely 10 seconds after the r...

E-470 closed after 1 killed in multi-vehicle crash in Thornton

Published Sun, 29 Dec 2024 12:23:20 GMT

DENVER (KDVR) — E-470 was closed on Wednesday afternoon after a multi-vehicle crash in the Thornton area.One person died on the scene, where four vehicles were involved in the crash, according to Colorado State Patrol. Multiple others were transported to the hospital.CSP originally said two people had died but updated the number just before 5:30 p.m.SkyFOX flew over the scene just before 5 p.m. There was a significant police response blocking the highway, and debris was strewn across the road.The eastbound lanes were closed near York Street. Westbound E-470 also had a large police response that stopped traffic. FOX31 Newsletters: Sign up to get breaking news sent to your inbox FOX31 has a crew headed to the scene. Check back for updates here and on FOX31 News at 5 p.m. and Channel 2 News at 7 p.m.

Caught on camera: Failed break-in at Aurora gun shop

Published Sun, 29 Dec 2024 12:23:20 GMT

AURORA, Colo. (KDVR) — Police in Aurora are investigating a failed break-in attempt that happened Tuesday night at Firing Line, a gun shop and shooting range in Aurora. “It's the sellability of guns, that they can make money on it and sell it on the street," store manager David Hannah said of the appeal to thieves. E-470 closed after 2 killed in multi-vehicle crash in Thornton Hannah shared a video with FOX31 that shows the suspect tried to break in multiple times at two different entrances of the shop. Each time, the suspect backs a car into the space in front of the doors, attaches a strap and blanket and attempts to pull off the door."He made it really easy to identify himself," Hannah said. "I think through televising him, I have no doubt someone will know who he is."The suspect is then seen fleeing the parking lot with the strap still attached to the car. Hannah said he left empty-handed. “We like to see their faces in case they were in the store days before," Hannah said. Su...

Over 1,100 votes determine names of Westminster snowplows

Published Sun, 29 Dec 2024 12:23:20 GMT

DENVER (KDVR) -- Sleetwood Mac, Plowy McPlowface, Derek Sleeter, Snow Worries — plow names have been popular entertainment for some years now, and Westminster has joined the fun. This year, Westminster residents had a chance to vote on names for the two of the city's plows. There are already two fun-named plows in the fleet: Snow-B-Gone Kenobi and Scoop Dogg. View the latest Weather Alerts in Denver and across Colorado on FOX31 The city provided six options, including various puns and pop culture references. Here are the names and the number of votes received by each name, as provided by the city of Westminster:Taylor Drift: 235 votesSnow Force One: 276 votesDarth Scraper: 340 votesBetty Whiteout: 379 votesCTRL-SALT-DELETE: 398 votesClearopathra: 421 votesCTRL-SALT-DELETE and Clearopathra will join the snowplow fleet with vinyl decals later this season, according to the city.Westminster residents can also track snowplows from the city this year, which shows snowplow locations in r...

Vending machine created to give to those in need

Published Sun, 29 Dec 2024 12:23:20 GMT

DENVER (KDVR) -- Imagine a huge vending machine filled with things that people desperately need. All you have to do is make a selection, pay for the item, press a button and feel good that you did something great for somebody.You can't miss it in Denver, at almost two stories tall and painted bright red. It is called the Giving Machines and it’s brought to you by The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints. 7 charities stand to benefit from Denver giving machines This giant vending machine — actually, it’s four vending machines in one — is full of items you can purchase that will eventually be given to a person in need. Toys for kids, bus passes, dinners, sporting equipment, even first aid kits or experiences.The Salvation Army is one of the nonprofits featured in the Giving Machines and giving could not be easier. “It is just like a vending machine," explained Laura Wilson of The Salvation Army. "So we start with picking our item. We will go with hot meals. It has been the mo...

Commerce City murder suspect turns himself in

Published Sun, 29 Dec 2024 12:23:20 GMT

DENVER (KDVR) -- The Commerce City Police Department says a man they were asking for help locating has turned himself in.According to police, 22-year-old Finn Clark Hoover shot and killed 37-year-old Alfredo Oscar Nunez in the early morning hours of Nov. 30, inside a residence on the 7300 block of Oneida Drive."For the safety of the public and in order to provide some closure and justice for the family of Alfredo Oscar Nunez, we are working to apprehend Hoover as quickly as possible," the department stated in its release asking for help finding him.Police say several people witnessed the homicide, saying Hoover left Nunez's body and fled the scene. Employee killed in Topgolf parking lot, coworker arrested: Thornton police Nunez was later discovered by a maintenance worker, who reported the body to 911."Nunez is believed to be an innocent victim in what was a senseless murder," the Commerce City Police Department said in a release.Police say Hoover is known to frequent Commerce Cit...

Wetter, then Colder

Published Sun, 29 Dec 2024 12:23:20 GMT

More weather changes are on the way, south Florida. First will come the last batch of rain for the year. Then, on its heels, a push of much cooler air is coming. These two weather events will originate from two separate systems which both have their sights on our region.On Thursday, an area of low pressure coming out of the Gulf of Mexico will bring a surge of rain showers and wind. It will be a damp day with the potential for many areas to pick up an inch, or more, of rain. Once the rain tapers off (which may take awhile on Thursday, until later in the day) we’ll watch for an approaching front from the north. It’s a strong cold front that will bring both drying and a 10 to 15-degree temperature drop. What’s unique about the upcoming cold weather pattern is how long it’s going to persist. So far this season, it’s been common for quick “cold snaps” that last 2 or 3 days and nights. This time? The cool connection will hold for nearly...

Biden administration announces $250 million Ukraine military assistance package as US exhausts available funding

Published Sun, 29 Dec 2024 12:23:20 GMT

(CNN) — The US State Department announced a $250 million Ukraine military aid package on Wednesday, the last such package the US will provide to Ukraine until Congress approves the Biden administration’s funding requests.“This package provides up to $250 million of arms and equipment under previously directed drawdowns for Ukraine,” Secretary of State Antony Blinken said in a statement. “Capabilities provided in today’s package include air defense munitions, other air defense system components, additional ammunition for high mobility artillery rocket systems, 155mm and 105mm artillery ammunition, anti-armor munitions, and over 15 million rounds of ammunition.”Last week, the Biden administration said it had one more Ukraine security package to announce this year, but it would be the final one the US could provide without lawmakers’ approval. Defense Department comptroller Mike McCord said in a letter to Congress that “once these funds are obligated, the Department will...