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List: What Colorado stores, restaurants will be open for July 4, 2023?

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 17:18:18 GMT

(NEXSTAR) – With Independence Day upon us, you’re likely attending parades, celebrations, camping trips, firework shows, or countless other July 4-related gatherings. If you’re looking for a quick snack, extra sunscreen, or that one item that’s essential for your cookout, here’s a look at how many national stores and restaurants will be operating for the holiday. Where to watch Colorado’s 4th of July fireworks, drone shows this year It’s important to note that some locations may have different hours. Before traveling to any store or restaurant on the list, it may be best to call ahead. StoresBig Lots: Stores will be open, but hours may vary. You can find yours here.Costco: The wholesale club will be closed on July 4. CVS: Stores will be open, but pharmacies may be operating under limited hours. You can check your location’s hours here.Dollar General: The dollar store chain will be open for regular hours on July 4, a representative tells Nexstar. Kroger: The Kroger f...

Fire rescue responds to gas leak in Pompano Beach

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 17:18:18 GMT

Pompano Beach fire units responded to a gas leak after a construction crew struck a gas line, Monday morning. The incident occurred around 8 a.m. at 1903 Bay Drive. Fire crews surrounded the neighborhood as they attempted to locate the leak. Once the leak was found, HAZMAT teams helped fire crews cap the leak about an hour later.

Italian minister doubles down on sexist comments

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 17:18:18 GMT

Vittorio Sgarbi, Italy’s undersecretary for culture, is under fire over sexist comments he made during a speech at an event in Rome last month.During the speech, the Italian official used a derogatory term in reference to women and boasted about his relationships with women.“At a certain point, turning 67, the prostate appears and you have to deal with this fucking bitch whore you’ve never met in your life,” Sgarbi said, quoting, he alleged, a conversation he had with French novelist Michel Houellebecq. “The cock goes away and the prostate comes.”A 45-minute video of the undersecretary’s comments, made during an event at the Maxxi museum of contemporary art in Rome at an event on June 21 resurfaced this weekend in several reports in Italian media, including La Repubblica — leading to criticism from Italian politicians, including ones who form part of the current government.“If your aim was to épater le bourgeois [impress...

Meet the New Conservatives giving Rishi Sunak a migration headache

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 17:18:18 GMT

LONDON — Watch out Rishi Sunak, there’s a new right-wing Tory pressure group in town.The New Conservatives — a group of 25 MPs from the 2017 and 2019 parliamentary intakes — launched Monday with a headline-grabbing call for the Tory prime minister to do more to cut migration. They’re urging Sunak — already under pressure over the issue — to focus on meeting his predecessor-but-one Boris Johnson’s 2019 manifesto pledge to get net numbers to below 226,000. So who are the New Conservatives? And what exactly do they want?The new group is run by Danny Kruger, a former aide to Johnson, and Miriam Cates, a backer of Home Secretary Suella Braverman when she ran for the Tory leadership last year. Other members of the group include backbenchers Tom Hunt, Jonathan Gullis, Gareth Bacon, Duncan Kaker, Paul Bristow, Brendan Clarke-Smith, James Daly, Anna Firth, Nick Fletcher, Chris Green, Eddie Hughes, Mark Jenkinson, Andrew Lewer, Marco Longhi, Robin Millar, and Lia Nici. Lee An...

Russian defense minister says Wagner Group rebellion failed because of Russian troops’ loyalty

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 17:18:18 GMT

Russian Defense Minister Sergei Shoigu said Monday the Wagner Group’s attempted rebellion failed because Russia’s army “showed loyalty to their oath and military duty,” marking the first time he has spoken out about the short-lived mutiny.“These plans failed primarily because the personnel of the Armed Forces showed loyalty to their oath and military duty,” Shoigu said in public remarks. “The provocation did not affect the actions of the groupings of troops.” Russia responded to the rebellion by tightening security measures in Moscow.In late June, Wagner Group leader Yevgeny Prigozhin planned to capture Russia’s military leadership as part of his surprise mutiny but turned back after Wagner forces made it to the capital city’s outer limits. Prior to the rebellion, Prigozhin accused Shoigu of ordering a rocket strike on Wagner’s field camps in Ukraine. The Defense Ministry denied carrying out the rocket attack.Shoigu also mentioned Russia’s response to the failed rebellion,...

Robert De Niro’s grandson Leandro dead at 19

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 17:18:18 GMT

(CNN) — Leandro De Niro Rodriguez, the grandson of Oscar-winning actor Robert De Niro, has died, his mother announced on social media.He was 19.Actress Drena De Niro, Robert De Niro’s daughter, wrote about the loss of her son in a post on Instagram on Sunday.“You have been my joy my heart and all that was ever pure and real in my life,” the caption read in part. “I don’t know how to live without you but I’ll try to go on and spread the love and light that you so made me feel in getting to be your mama. You were so deeply loved and appreciated and I wish that love alone could have saved you.”She tagged her son’s father, artist Carlos Rodriguez, who goes by Carlos Mare, in the post.“Rest in Peace and Eternal Paradise my darling boy,” she wrote.“Words aren’t enough to express the joy he gave us or the loss we now endure with our families and friends,” Mare responded in a comment on the post. “He is Godschild now.”No cause of death was shared.Leandro De Niro Rodriguez was also...

R. Robert Popeo, the chairman of Mintz Levin and a top Boston attorney, has died: ‘A legendary lawyer’

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 17:18:18 GMT

R. Robert Popeo, the chairman of the powerhouse law firm Mintz Levin and an integral part of Boston’s business and civic communities for more than 40 years, died on Monday, according to the law office. He was 85.Popeo passed away peacefully in the presence of his family, the law office confirmed.As the chairman of Mintz and a member of the firm’s Policy Committee, Popeo has been credited with establishing the firm’s Litigation Practice — and the nationally recognized White Collar Criminal Defense Practice.“Bob led by example and was a tireless and enthusiastic advocate for clients,” Bob Bodian, managing member of Mintz, said in a statement on Monday. “Bob had a storied career and his success as a litigator and a leader set the foundation for what Mintz has become today.“We will remember him as a legendary lawyer, a creative strategist, a tenacious force, an involved and generous member of his community, and a good friend,” Bodian...

Orioles All-Star catcher Adley Rutschman joins Home Run Derby field

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 17:18:18 GMT

Adley Rutschman was thrilled his first All-Star Game appearance will come at the first major league ballpark he ever went to. But it won’t be the only highlight of the Orioles catcher’s week at Seattle’s T-Mobile Park.Rutschman announced on his Instagram account Monday that he will be among the participants in July 10′s Home Run Derby, the second time in three years an Oriole has been in the field. Trey Mancini was the runner-up in the 2021 event.Rutschman, a native of Sherwood, Oregon, has 11 home runs this year, his first full season in the majors. The 25-year-old was a finalist to start the All-Star Game for the American League after winning the first phase of fan voting by a sizable margin, but he lost a narrow head-to-head vote to Texas Rangers backstop Jonah Heim.“Being an All-Star is an unbelievable honor,” Rutschman said Sunday. “The fact that it’s in the Northwest at [what was formerly] Safeco Field, first big league stadium I...

Ask the Pediatrician: Top safety tips for preventing heat, sun-related illnesses in children this summer

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 17:18:18 GMT

As summer beckons and children head outdoors to play, it’s important to protect them from too much sun and heat as well as air pollution, especially on days when the air quality is poor.Families are encouraged to check the local daily Air Quality Index to identify when air pollution, wildfires and heat raise the risks of asthma and other health concerns.It’s great to see children enjoying nature and reaping the benefits of outdoor activities. But as we encounter more intense weather events, including severe heat, families can use some layers of protection that families to help their kids stay healthy.Sunburn and UV rays are one concern. Sun and heat can also worsen local air pollution by contributing to ozone and smog.Here are some tips to ensure a safe and fun summer for everyone:— Babies under 6 months of age should be kept out of direct sunlight. Move your baby to the shade under a tree, umbrella or stroller canopy. Dress babies in lightweight clothing that covers the arms and le...

Marriage and money: 5 truths to tell before you tie the knot

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 17:18:18 GMT

Wedding bells are ringing, and if you’re heading off to get hitched, it’s time to talk money with your spouse-to-be.A new NerdWallet survey on financial infidelity found that more than 2 in 5 Americans who have a significant other (43%) say they have withheld or lied about financial information in discussions with their partner. Start your marriage off on the right foot with these five financial conversations before saying “I do.”1. Money lessons you grew up withNo one wants to feel judgmental of their significant other, but if you’re side-eyeing the way your partner spends money, it’s worth sitting down and talking about the financial lessons you each learned growing up. Even if you come from a family that never discussed money, you may have witnessed money habits that helped define your financial worldview.Ask your partner how their parents spent money, what the narrative about debt was in their home, and whether money was treated as abundant or scarce. If your partner comes from ...