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Candi CdeBaca says her comments about taxing white-owned businesses were taken out of context

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:45:54 GMT

Denver City Councilwoman Candi CdeBaca said she has been weathering a storm of criticism — some of which is racist and includes death threats — since an election forum on Thursday when she described a reparations strategy of taxing white-owned businesses.The barrage of hate speech particularly ramped up after a far-right and anti-LGBTQ social media account shared a clip of CdeBaca — who is running for reelection — at the forum, hosted by the Greater Metro Denver Ministerial Alliance.In that clip, CdeBaca discusses taxing white-owned businesses and offering the money to businesses owned by people of color.“Capitalism was built on stolen land, stolen labors and stolen resources,” CdeBaca, whose district covers much of Denver’s inner core, including Five Points and Globeville, said. “You could be collecting those extra taxes from white-led businesses all over the city and redistributing them to Black and Brown-owned businesses.”But CdeBaca told The Denver Post those c...

American Elm reopening Friday, two weeks after double homicide

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:45:54 GMT

American Elm is reopening for Mother’s Day weekend, two weeks after two of the restaurant’s employees were killed in a tragic double homicide.The West Highland restaurant, located at 4132 W. 38th Ave., will reopen from 4 p.m. to 11 p.m. on Friday and Saturday this week and open for brunch starting at 10 p.m. on Mother’s Day this Sunday. Chef Daniel Mangin and the American Elm team have also curated a to-go brunch offering for $98, which is available to order by May 11 at noon online.American Elm will then be closed May 15-17, but will resume service seven days a week for happy hour, dinner and weekend brunch on May 18. Reservations are available here.Police are still looking for a suspect, or suspects, in the ongoing case of the deaths of Emerall Vaughn-Dahler, American Elm’s general manager, and Ignacio “Nacho” Gutierrez Morales, a prep cook. Gutierrez Morales, 58, had worked for the restaurant since it opened in 2019. He is survived by three children, Cinth...

Denver museum cancels Jane Goodall exhibit citing damaged artifacts

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:45:54 GMT

The Denver Museum of Nature and Science has canceled its upcoming Jane Goodall exhibit, citing “damage to exhibition components discovered upon arrival.”The exhibit, “Becoming Jane: The Evolution of Dr. Jane Goodall,” was scheduled to open May 19, and was billed as a celebration of the life and work of the esteemed scientist.Related ArticlesArts | Contemporary Native American photographers tell their story their way at the Denver Art Museum Arts | Author Dave Eggers, visiting Colorado in May, continues to surprise Arts | Two new interactive art pieces downtown invite visitors to play, reflect on the world around them Arts | Exhibition at Museo de las Americas offers emotional tour of present-day Colombia Arts | Music, art and some excellent shopping will join global mayors at Cities Summit next week The museum announced its cancellation Monday. Reached by email, a representative did not offer comment on ...

Russia bans jet skis, ride-hailing before WWII tributes

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:45:54 GMT

By SUSIE BLANN (Associated Press)KYIV, Ukraine (AP) — Russia enacted a major security clampdown before Tuesday’s annual commemorations marking the defeat of Nazi Germany in World War II, curbing the use of drones and ride-sharing services in its largest cities — even jet skis on the canals of St. Petersburg — amid its 14-month war with Ukraine.At least 21 Russian cities canceled May 9 military parades — the staple of Victory Day celebrations across Russia — for the first time in years, Russian media said. Regional officials blamed unspecified “security concerns” or vaguely referred to “the current situation” for the restrictions and cancellations. It wasn’t clear whether their decisions were taken in coordination with the Kremlin.Last week, Russia — which hasn’t witnessed the carnage endured by Ukraine during the invasion — was rattled by ambiguous official reports that two Ukrainian drones flew into...

Video: Several cars damaged in Woodland Hills road-rage incident

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:45:54 GMT

A Mustang driver involved in a road-rage incident was caught on video last week crashing into several vehicles in Woodland Hills. The incident occurred around 1:30 p.m. along Ventura Boulevard.Video provided by John Crawford shows a Mustang involved in a road-rage incident on May 3, 2023. Security video shared exclusively with KTLA by John Crawford shows the blue Mustang rear-ending an SUV while waiting at a stop light. The driver then backs up into a pickup as the SUV driver gets out of her vehicle and while apparently trying to get away, the Mustang driver also crashes into a box truck in another lane.The driver then puts the car in reverse again, goes over the median from westbound to eastbound lanes and smashes into a Porsche going in the other direction, the video shows.The driver eventually pulls forward and once again rams into the SUV, pushing the vehicle forward several feet. Crawford and witnesses said the Mustang driver was causing issues on the road miles away, beginning...

Best Lions Mane Supplements In 2023

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:45:54 GMT

A lot has changed in the supplement industry over the last few years. Many new hot supplements, botanicals, and herbs are becoming mainstream. Among the most popular is lions mane mushroom. Lions Mane supplements offer a range of health benefits, most notably their use as one of the best nootropics. Whether you’re looking to improve cognitive performance, reduce anxiety and depression, or just want a natural boost in your energy levels, these supplements can be incredibly helpful. So, what are the best lion’s mane supplements available in 2023?We’ve rounded up some of the top-rated lions mane supplements on the market today. These products are made with high-quality ingredients and have been thoroughly tested to ensure they are safe and effective.The table below shows the top 5 Lion’s Mane supplement brands of 2023 that we’ll review in this article.Brand NameProduct NameType of SupplementDosageBATCHBrain Boost Mushroom GummiesGummies – Lion’s Mane...

A Labor of Love: dinko.pro pickleball apparel

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:45:54 GMT

As pickleball continues to grow and flourish in the States, an influx of companies are jumping on the bandwagon and taking notice of the limited apparel options that are specific to pickleball. With the pandemic spiking its popularity from 2020 onward, pickleball is no longer a sport reserved for the retirement village; pickleball has gone mainstream! This booming industry has resulted in fierce competition in the market as existing brands shift their offerings toward the growing pickleball player population. But while the “corporate” brands try to capture the market, a brand new group of start-up companies are dedicating 100% of their efforts to pickleball. The difference in philosophy is clear; while the corporate brands focus on profits and market share, the start-ups are motivated by their love of the game. Among the new companies of this type is dink.pro, founded in 2022 by John and Karen Whitaker.As Karen explains, “We love this game and wanted a line of apparel that made it c...

One Injured in Three-Car Crash on Miramar Road [San Diego, CA]

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:45:54 GMT

Fiery Three-Vehicle Collision near Interstate 805 Left One Person HospitalizedSAN DIEGO, CA (May 8, 2023) – Monday morning, police responded to a three-car crash on Miramar Road, police said.The incident happened on April 17th just before 7:00 a.m. near the on-ramp to northbound Interstate 805.According to the CHP, one truck and two vehicles were involved in the collision which left one person suffering serious injuries.Consequently, medics transported the injured person for the treatment of injuries.Investigation showed that the truck went off the road and caused a collision. One of the vehicles ended up being engulfed in flames.Furthermore, both directions of the roadway were temporarily shut down to allow for cleanup and preliminary duties.At this time, authorities are yet to determine the factor that caused the incident and further investigation is still ongoing.If you’re behind the wheel, pay full attention to the road and your surroundings. Do not engage in any non-drivi...

BeachLife Festival Brings L.A.’s Top Chefs To The Sidestage

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:45:54 GMT

This weekend’s three-day BeachLife Festival in Redondo Beach brought its unique dining experience hosted by Daou Vineyards back to the main stage, featuring a culinary set list prepared by chefs including Josiah Citrin, Antonia Lofaso, pastry chef Stephanie Boswell, Jacob Ramos and partners Max Boonthanakit and Lijo George from Camphor.Located directly next to performers that included The Black Keys, Gwen Stefani, The Black Crowes and Modest Mouse with a panoramic view of the festival and the King Harbor marina, guests wined and dined into the sunset.L.A. native chef Ramos and Food Network star Boswell served brunch alongside Sugar Ray and DAMA’s Lofaso prix fixe menu accompanied the songs of Stefani.   Max Boonthanakit and Lijo George from Camphor (Michele Stueven)For the festival’s finale that included a performance by CAAMP, Camphor’s Boonthanakit and George delivered a searing four-course meal that included egg salad with black truffle over a celeriac slaw with remoulade (paired...

Bert I. Gordon made terrible movies for 60 years. He’s an inspiration.

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:45:54 GMT

Christopher Borrelli | Chicago TribuneCHICAGO — Bert I. Gordon, who died earlier this spring at 100, was the absolute worst filmmaker who ever lived. Or so some might argue. You’ve heard Ed Wood was the worst. Or Roger Corman. Or maybe Michael Bay. But Gordon was not lousy for one or two decades. He was a terrible filmmaker for about 60 years, and when he got around to writing his memoir in 2010 (“The Amazing Colossal Worlds of Mr. B.I.G.: An Autobiographical Journey”), it was the absolute worst book ever written by a filmmaker. To borrow from the lurid posters for his movies, his talent, such as it was, screamed: Amazing! Towering! Beyond Description! Just not in a good way. You could say I’m unkind. But there’s poetry to this life: Bert I. Gordon was born in Kenosha, Wisconsin, seven years after Orson Welles was born in Kenosha. That’s the universe pranking us.Or God laughing.“Empire Of The Ants,” by actor and filmmaker Bert I. Gordon. Poster art with Joan Collins, 197...