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10 states plan to sue EPA over standards for residential wood-burning stoves

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:25:00 GMT

JUNEAU, Alaska (AP) — Attorneys general from 10 states plan to sue the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, saying its failure to review and ensure emissions standards for residential wood-burning stoves has allowed the continued sale of appliances that could worsen pollution. That means programs that encourage people to trade in older stoves and other wood-burning appliances, such as forced-air furnaces, haven’t necessarily improved air quality, the states say. “If newer wood heaters do not meet cleaner standards, then programs to change out old wood heaters may provide little health benefits at significant public cost,” the states wrote Thursday in a 60-day notice of intent to sue.The states involved are Alaska, Illinois, Maryland, Massachusetts, Minnesota, New Jersey, New York, Oregon, Vermont and Washington, as well as the Puget Sound Clean Air Agency. They allege that the EPA’s current standards aren’t good enough and that even if they were, the agency’...

Stokes flays Australia with 155 but can’t quite lead England over the line at Lord’s

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:25:00 GMT

LONDON (AP) — Nobody embraces an Ashes mission impossible like Ben Stokes.The England captain started the last day of the second test against Australia with his side four down and a distant 257 runs from victory at Lord’s.He was on 29 overnight, and cruised untroubled on Sunday morning.But when Australia’s smart dismissal of Jonny Bairstow left Stokes as England’s last recognized batsman, he flipped a switch.He was on 62 after 162 balls, but the tail was exposed. Sixteen balls later, he was on 100, and sending Lord’s into delirium.His third century in the fourth innings of a men’s Ashes test tied him for the most with Don Bradman and Bert Sutcliffe.The Australians spread themselves around the boundary to try and contain Stokes but couldn’t, and belief crept over Lord’s that England might actually pull off the greatest runs chase ever witnessed at the home of cricket.Stokes was dropped on 114 and 115, the latter marking the unbeaten score he ...

Cole Custer declared NASCAR Xfinity Series winner after persistent rain washes out race

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:25:00 GMT

CHICAGO (AP) — Cole Custer was declared the winner of the NASCAR Xfinity Series race in downtown Chicago after persistent rain flooded the street course on Sunday.The race was scheduled for Saturday, but it was suspended after 25 laps because of a lightning strike in the area. NASCAR had planned to resume Sunday morning, but it scuttled that idea because of the rain and the scheduled Cup Series race.“With standing water and flooding a significant issue at the race track and throughout the city, there was no option to return to racing prior to shifting to NASCAR Cup Series race operations,” NASCAR said in a statement.Returning on Monday “was an option we chose not to employ,” NASCAR said in its statement, citing its partnership with the city and the fact that nearly half of the Xfinity race had been completed.NASCAR also canceled concerts by Miranda Lambert and Charley Crockett because of flooding in Lower Hutchison Field.The first Cup Series race on a street course is schedule...

NASCAR-Xfinity The Loop 121 Results

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:25:00 GMT

SundayAt Chicago Street CourseChicago.Lap length: 2.20 miles(Start position in parentheses)1. (1) Cole Custer, Ford, 25 laps, 60 points.2. (3) John H. Nemechek, Toyota, 25, 53.3. (6) Justin Allgaier, Chevrolet, 25, 49.4. (7) Brett Moffitt, Ford, 25, 45.5. (5) Austin Hill, Chevrolet, 25, 46.6. (8) Sammy Smith, Toyota, 25, 40.7. (9) Daniel Hemric, Chevrolet, 25, 37.8. (16) Chandler Smith, Chevrolet, 25, 33.9. (10) Parker Kligerman, Chevrolet, 25, 32.10. (25) Kaz Grala, Toyota, 25, 28.11. (2) Sheldon Creed, Chevrolet, 25, 26.12. (13) Preston Pardus, Chevrolet, 25, 25.13. (17) Miguel Paludo, Chevrolet, 25, 24.14. (32) Kyle Weatherman, Chevrolet, 25, 23.15. (18) Alex Guenette, Chevrolet, 25, 22.16. (26) Parker Chase, Toyota, 25, 21.17. (29) Blaine Perkins, Chevrolet, 25, 20.18. (14) Sam Mayer, Chevrolet, 25, 19.19. (31) Jeb Burton, Chevrolet, 25, 18.20. (37) Jeremy Clements, Chevrolet, 25, 17.21. (19) Alex Labbe, Ford, 25, 16.22. (11) Sage Karam, Chevrolet, 25, 15.23. (23) Josh Berry, Ch...

A tornado in the Canadian province of Alberta has wrecked homes but caused no serious injuries

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:25:00 GMT

DIDSBURY, Alberta (AP) — A tornado that struck near a town in the Canadian province of Alberta wrecked homes and killed livestock, but caused no serious injuries, authorities said. Environment and Climate Change Canada issued a warning at 1:50 p.m. local time Saturday for a tornado near Didsbury, a town located about 233 kilometers (145 miles) south of Edmonton, Alberta.RCMP said they received reports of a large tornado along a major highway. The tornado’s width was 1 to 2 kilometers (one-half mile to 1.2 miles).Police said numerous homes were damaged but Cpl. Gina Slaney said there were no known injuries. The tornado warning was later ended.Dean Allan, deputy mayor of Carstairs, located about 13 kilometers (8 miles) south of Didsbury, said the twister passed between the two communities, damaging 12 homes.“`A couple of them were completely destroyed,” said Allan. “There’s no deaths, just some minor injuries, luckily.”Some livestock was lost, he said.Carstairs fire chief Jordan...

1 killed, 1 seriously injured after car crashes into tree

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:25:00 GMT

DENVER (KDVR) -- A driver was killed and a passenger injured after the car they were traveling in crashed into a tree, the Thornton Police Department said.The incident happened around 2 a.m. Sunday in the area of East 123rd Avenue and Steele Street, police said. Officials on high alert for holiday weekend travel heading into the busy summer season The driver died at the scene and the passenger was taken to the hospital with serious injuries, TPD said. The crash is under investigation and it is not known whether speed or alcohol/drugs were involved.

How to plan a road trip around the Centennial State

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:25:00 GMT

DENVER (KDVR) -- Colorado is known for its beautiful parks, wildlife and vistas but it could be difficult to plan a road trip with so many things to see and do in the state. History Colorado has a great guideline to mix education with the scenery. From the Black History Trail to museums around the state, there is something for everyone. A few options are:History Colorado’s mobile guide to Black history: The Black History Trail offers guidance in-person and virtually through sites, places and stories across the state, which are divided into four regions. Tours & Treks: A mixture of adventures to explore and gather the experience of those who came before us. Learn the history and specifics that can only be experienced in the Centennial State. Museums around Colorado: There is a plethora of museums spread across the state that engage visitors through interactive displays and events for all ages.History Colorado CenterUte Indian MuseumEl Pueblo History MuseumFort Garland Museum and ...

Baltimore block party shooting victims include more than a dozen minors, police say

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:25:00 GMT

By JULIO CORTEZ and HOLLY RAMER (Associated Press)BALTIMORE (AP) — Gunfire erupted at a block party in Baltimore on Sunday — killing two people, wounding 28 and leaving an extensive crime scene that marred the U.S. holiday weekend, police said. Three of the wounded were in critical condition and more than a dozen were under 18. The shooting took place just after 12:30 a.m. at a block party in the Brooklyn Homes area in the southern part of the city, said Richard Worley, Baltimore’s acting police commissioner.The shooting comes amid gatherings around the country leading up to the July Fourth holiday. Elsewhere, a shooting in Kansas left seven people with gunshot wounds and two more victims hospitalized after being trampled as people rushed out of a nightclub early Sunday morning, police there said.The violence in Baltimore comes as federal prosecutors there this week touted their efforts to reduce violent crime in the city. Police have reported nearly 130 homicides ...

Orioles rally for 2-1 victory over Twins to end four-game losing streak, avoid series sweep

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:25:00 GMT

Jordan Westburg brought in Sunday’s game-winning run with a ball into the stands. But instead of coming off his bat, it went off his left hand.A 101 mph fastball from Minnesota Twins right-hander Jhoan Duran nailed the Orioles’ rookie infielder with the bases loaded in Sunday’s eighth inning at Camden Yards, bringing in what proved to be the game-winning run in Baltimore’s 2-1 victory. The ball ricocheted off Westburg’s hand into the seats behind home plate.The pair of runs scored in the decisive inning was double what the Orioles (49-33) managed in their previous 27 offensive frames. With the rally, Baltimore ended its four-game losing streak and avoided what would’ve been its first sweep since May 2022.The Orioles have not been swept in 66 series since promoting Adley Rutschman, a catcher then ranked as baseball’s top prospect, to the majors. His arrival has been transformative, with Baltimore overcoming a slow start without him to finish ...

Beep, beep! This popular e-shuttle service is coming through

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:25:00 GMT

OCEANSIDE, Calif. -- 'Beep, beep!' A neighborhood electric vehicle (NEV) shuttle program is coming through for this growing beach town in North County.The gO’side is making its return to Oceanside starting Monday and will, once again, be serving the downtown area with a fleet of five-passenger electric shuttles. The service will be available Monday through Wednesday from noon to 10 p.m. and Thursday through Sunday from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. The City of Oceanside say hours will be adjusted based on demand December through April. Hike atop this extinct volcano in San Diego County Locals and tourists alike looking to catch a quick lift to the beach or bar scene can now count on this e-shuttle service to help them get to their destinations. The shuttle service area includes Oceanside Harbor south to Vista Way in the area west of Interstate 5, in addition to the East Side neighborhood and Country Club Lane.Catching a ride is as easy as downloading the the Ride Circuit smartphone app and c...