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Wheelchair-bound amputee left outside in the cold by hospital security guards

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 21:31:46 GMT

DENVER (KDVR) — John Torres, whose right leg was amputated because of diabetes complications, was only wearing pajama bottoms — his top half covered with two blankets — the night his sister and her friend found him shivering in a wheelchair on a curbside outside of Presbyterian/St. Luke's Medical Center.It was Nov. 29 and temperatures in Denver fell to single digits. The morning low on Nov. 30 was 4 degrees. "It was cold, and I remember thinking to myself, if I don't go to sleep, I won't die," Torres said.His sister, Gina Torres, and a friend who drove her to the hospital happened to spot Torres in the dark as they were leaving the Presbyterian/St. Luke's on their way to Saint Joseph Hospital, where they thought he had been transferred."If we wouldn't have found him, he would be dead. No doubt, he would have been dead" from exposure, Gina Torres said.Brother left in the cold after ambulance trip to hospitalIn an interview, the siblings said they believe Torres had been left out in t...

First Nations Leaders Want More Done To Address Racism In Northern Health Region

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 21:31:46 GMT

1 arrested in fatal New Braunfels collision, intoxication assault charges pending

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 21:31:46 GMT

Editor’s Note: The video above shows KXAN News Today’s top headlines for March 16, 2023.AUSTIN (KXAN) — A man was arrested and charged with intoxication assault with a vehicle causing serious bodily injury after a person died following a two-vehicle crash in New Braunfels early Thursday.The New Braunfels Police Department said at approximately 1:45 a.m. officers, along with the city’s fire department, responded to the 1000 block of FM 306 near Hunter Road for reports of a major crash with two pickup trucks.According to police, at the scene, officers found the two pickup trucks, which collided head-on.The driver of one of the vehicles was identified as 41-year-old Reva Garza, of New Braunfels, and according to police, Garza suffered critical injuries from the crash and was pronounced dead.NBPD said there were three people in the second vehicle.The two passengers were taken to trauma centers in the area, and police said both were in critical but stable condition. The driver of the veh...

LIVE: Austin, Travis County officials provide update on February 'street takeover' investigation

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 21:31:46 GMT

AUSTIN (KXAN) — Austin and Travis County officials are expected to hold a conference Thursday at 2 p.m. in regard to the Austin "street takeover" investigation. Arrest warrants issued for 3 linked to Austin street takeovers According to a release, the Austin Police Department, the Texas Department of Public Safety, and the Travis County District Attorney’s Office will provide an update on the investigation, following reckless driving incidents that occurred Feb. 18 and 19.APD Chief Joseph Chacon, DPS Regional Director Vince Luciano and Travis County DA Jose Garza are expected to speak at the conference.The department said the conference was to continue to demonstrate its commitment to transparency with a focus on building trust within the community through information sharing.The press conference will be live streamed in this story and on Facebook.

Report: Gophers guard Ta’Lon Cooper enters transfer portal

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 21:31:46 GMT

Gophers men’s basketball player Ta’Lon Cooper has entered the NCAA transfer portal and will also gauge interest from the NBA, according to 247sports.Head coach Ben Johnson said the program anticipated Cooper might only use one of his two years of eligibility at Minnesota. When Cooper committed to the U last spring, he initially said it might only be for one season.Minnesota is expected to seek transfer portal additions at point guard for next season. Incoming freshman Cam Christie also is likely to assume some of the ball-handling duties.Cooper averaged 9.8 points, 6.3 assists and 4.0 rebounds in 31 games in 2022-23.Minnesota has had three players exit, including freshman guard Jaden Henley and sophomore big Treyton Thompson.Related ArticlesCollege Sports | Gophers Jaden Henley, Treyton Thompson plan to transfer out College Sports | 3 huge questions on former Gophers signee Dennis Evans committing to Louisville College Sports | How will Gop...

Glens Falls welcomes 20 teams to state basketball tourney

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 21:31:46 GMT

GLENS FALLS, N.Y. (NEWS10) - Every winter, Cool Insuring Arena is a busy place. Usually, it's Adirondack Thunder hockey keeping it active. This weekend, though, the downtown venue trades in hockey sticks and ice for basketballs and hoops. Get all of the latest news, weather, sports, and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! On Thursday, the city welcomed the return of the New York State Public High School Athletic Association (NYSPHSAA) Boys Basketball Tournament, making its 37th pilgrimage to Glens Falls in the last 40 years. State games will be held at the arena between Friday and Sunday - and the community is excited to have it back."The bad weather came earlier in the week, and we're sure not to have it repeated this weekend," said Collins. "I've got a commitment from St. Patrick himself."Glens Falls will see 20 New York teams converge upon it this weekend. Two of those teams are local, including Catholic Central High School in Troy and North Warren Central School Distr...

PHOTOS: NCAA Tournament at MVP Arena

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 21:31:46 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- Players and coaches have arrived for the biggest basketball tournament of the year. Check out the photos from practice and media day at MVP Arena in Albany.Indiana players (NEWS10 Scott Brewster)Miami Head Coach Jim Larrañaga (NEWS10 Scott Brewster)Miami Canes players (NEWS10 Scott Brewster)University of Connecticut (UCONN) players (NEWS10 Scott Brewster)UCONN Head Coach Dan Hurley (NEWS10 Scott Brewster)UCONN open practice (NEWS10 Scott Brewster)UCONN open practice (NEWS10 Scott Brewster)UCONN open practice (NEWS10 Scott Brewster)Saint Mary's Head Coach Randy Bennett (NEWS10 Scott Brewster)Saint Mary's players (NEWS10 Scott Brewster)Saint Mary's open practice (NEWS10 Scott Brewster)Saint Mary's open practice (NEWS10 Scott Brewster)Iona Head Coach Rick Pitino (NEWS10 Scott Brewster)Iona players (NEWS10 Scott Brewster)Iona open practice (NEWS10 Scott Brewster)Iona open practice (NEWS10 Scott Brewster)Iona open practice (NEWS10 Scott Brewster)Virginia Commonwe...

Skeletal remains found in rural Crawford County

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 21:31:46 GMT

SALEM, Mo. -- Investigators found human remains during a search of private property near Salem, Missouri. The investigation into the find appears to be in the early stages.Crawford County Sheriffs were called to the small community of Cook Station Tuesday evening. The area is about a two-hour drive southwest of St. Louis. A few items of suspicious clothing were found on private property along Mound Ridge Road. A search warrant was granted and investigators found skeletal remains with the clothing Wednesday morning.The search area is large and in a very remote location. They asked for help with the search today the Steelville Fire Department, and the Rolla Rural Fire Department. Close Thanks for signing up! Watch for us in your inbox. Subscribe Now Breaking News SIGN UP NOW Investigators have not y...

Third teenage boy arrested in killing of Lake St. Louis girl

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 21:31:46 GMT

ST. CHARLES COUNTY, Mo. - A third teenage boy has been arrested and charged in connection with the shooting death of a Lake St. Louis girl.Lydia Elking died on Saturday, Feb. 18. She was 17.According to Lt. Thomas Wilkison, a spokesman for the St. Charles Police Department, officers were called to St. Joseph’s Hospital just before 8:50 p.m. that evening.Two teenagers, Elking and a 17-year-old boy, arrived at the hospital after being shot at, Wilkison said. Elking suffered a gunshot wound to her chest, and the boy drove her to the hospital to report the shooting. Top story: Gardner calls action against her ‘power grab,’ blames subordinates Wilkison claims the 17-year-old told detectives they’d been asked to meet two people in the area of Oak Avenue and Perry Street, near Lincoln Elementary School, for a drug deal. When the 17-year-old and Elking arrived in the area, the two individuals who requested the meet-up approached them on foot, pulled out a handgun, and announced a robbery....

St. Louis Fed says Missouri banks are 'in a good position' after SVB collapse

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 21:31:46 GMT

JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. - Following the collapse of Silicon Valley Bank (SVB), Missouri Treasurer Vivek Malek is reassuring residents that the Show Me State's financial institutions are safe.Silicon Valley Bank, founded in October 1983, was the 16th-largest bank in the United States before going belly up on March 10, 2023, following a $42 billion bank run from its wealthiest investors. The bank was placed into receivership with the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC), which will navigate a possible sale. Top story: Gardner calls action against her ‘power grab,’ blames subordinates Malek visited with officials from the St. Louis Federal Reserve to discuss the impact of SVB's collapse and inquire about a possible ripple effect in Missouri.On Thursday, the state treasurer said Missouri had no investments in Silicon Valley Bank, and that the St. Louis Fed informed him state banks "are in a good position.""It’s important to remind Missourians that their deposits in Federal Deposit...