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Colorado jazz musician Charles Burrell, at 103, will be honored at Dazzle

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 14:42:52 GMT

Jazz is music that continues to be handed down through generations, and many eras will be represented locally in October.Take bassist Charles Burrell, who will be celebrating his 103rd birthday on Oct. 4. Burrell is an inspiring figure in Colorado music history. Burrell was the first African-American musician to join a major symphony orchestra in the United States circa 1949 (the Denver Symphony Orchestra, now known as the Colorado Symphony) and performed with them until the end of the 20th century. Burrell also held court as the go-to bassist in Denver’s historic Five Points neighborhood, collaborating with a variety of beloved innovators, from Duke Ellington to Billie Holiday.In 2023, the Charles Burrell Visual & Performing Arts Campus thrives for students in grades K-12 in Aurora, and Burrell’s presence continues to resonate throughout the region.On Oct. 6, Burrell’s singular life and art will be celebrated at the new Dazzle location in the Denver Center for the Performing Ar...

Kaiser Permanente Colorado, union to continue talks ahead of possible strike this week

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 14:42:52 GMT

Kaiser Permanente Colorado and the union representing almost half of its employees didn’t reach a deal over the weekend, but have agreed to continue talking ahead of a possible strike beginning Wednesday.The contract between a coalition of unions and Kaiser Permanente divisions around the country expired Saturday. Earlier in September, the unions announced they could go on strike from Oct. 4 to 6 if they don’t reach a new contract.In Colorado, that would mean about 3,000 technicians, office workers and licensed practical nurses affiliated with Service Employees International Union Local 105 could walk off the job for three days this week. About 6,800 people work at Kaiser Permanente Colorado, which has roughly 500,000 members and runs 33 medical offices in the state.Nationwide, about 75,000 workers could go on strike, with walkouts also planned in California, the District of Columbia, Oregon, Virginia and Washington. It would be the largest strike by health care workers ...

1 dead in wrong-way crash in Corona

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 14:42:52 GMT

At least one person died in a head-on crash on the 91 Freeway in Corona early Monday morning.A wrong-way driver was reported headed east in westbound lanes at 12:10 a.m., and two minutes later, they crashed head-on into another car near the on-ramp for North Lincoln Avenue, according to the California Highway Patrol.Footage from the scene showed that the car and another vehicle sustained burn damage, but the fires were extinguished by the time cameras arrived.At least one person died as a result of the crash, though it is unknown if they were the wrong-way driver, a passenger or in another vehicle.All westbound lanes were closed for several hours, but they were reopened by 3:40 a.m.Nancy Fontan contributed to this report.

Ford Mustang Mach-E drives like a "gas EV"

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 14:42:52 GMT

The Ford Mustang Mach-E brings a lot of history to the table with its iconic Mustang name, but none of it involves electricity. Still, this EV honors its past while embracing the future with killer looks, futuristic features, and a drive style you might mistake for a gas-guzzling SUV.Even though the Mach-E first went on sale in 2020, I hadn't had the chance to drive one until now. After spending time with the $68,000 Premium model, it’s now one of my favorite EVs, and right up there with Tesla.This car has personality, starting with the giant touch screen front and center. I love how large Apple CarPlay displays on the Mach-E’s screen and how Apple Maps integrates battery life and charging stops seamlessly.Unlike a lot of other EV's I've test driven, even Ford’s own software underneath it all feels polished. There are fun drive modes including “Unbridle” for a sporty, exhilarating drive complete with sounds that mimic a gas engine.I got about 300 miles on full charge, which feels li...

Trump in court for New York fraud trial: live updates

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 14:42:52 GMT

Former President Trump is facing a trial Monday in New York in a sweeping civil case that could jeopardize his control over some of his most famed properties.A judge last week determined Trump had been liable for fraud for inflating the value of some of his properties in order to secure business loans.Monday’s trial marks the start of a long legal road ahead for Trump, who also faces a combined 91 charges in four criminal cases and several other civil casesFollow below for live updates from New York.

Mariah Carey brings holiday concert to the Hollywood Bowl

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 14:42:52 GMT

It's only October but the Queen of Christmas is already gearing up for the holiday season.Just 84 days before Christmas, Mariah Carey announced the Merry Christmas One and All tour.The "All I Want for Christmas is You" songstress is set to perform her holiday hit along with many more."Yes, the actual defrosting has begun," the Grammy-award-winning artist joked in her Instagram caption.Mariah Carey, seen here performing her Christmas hits in 2019, has teamed with McDonald's for the brand's latest celebrity-backed promotion. (Terence Patrick/CBS via Getty Images)The tour kicks off in Highland, California on Nov. 15 and makes its way to the Hollywood Bowl on Nov. 17. The tour wraps up in New York on Dec. 17.Tickets go on sale Oct. 6 with various presale opportunities available as soon as Oct. 4.

Who is Laphonza Butler? Meet the woman picked to fill Feinstein's Senate seat

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 14:42:52 GMT

On Sunday, Politico first reported that Gov. Gavin Newsom is expected to choose Laphonza Butler to replace Sen. Dianne Feinstein in the Senate. Feinstein passed away on Sept. 29 at the age of 90. In a press release, Gov. Newsom said, “An advocate for women and girls, a second-generation fighter for working people, and a trusted adviser to Vice President Harris, Laphonza Butler represents the best of California, and she’ll represent us proudly in the United States Senate."Butler, who would become the first openly LGBTQ person to represent California in the Senate, currently serves as the president of EMILY's List, an American political action committee that aims to help elect Democratic female candidates in favor of abortion rights to office.She is the first Black woman to lead the organization. According to her LinkedIn, Butler has also spent time serving as the director of Airbnb, president of California's largest labor organization, and as a senior adviser to Hillary For America, ...

Mammoth Lake’s rustic alpine hideaways are perfect for fall

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 14:42:52 GMT

Summer’s hot and crowded days have passed, and many of us are seeking relaxing fall escapes into nature. Here’s a tip: head east over our mighty Sierra Nevada to Mono County and the Mammoth Lakes region for a big dose of high elevation mountain scenery—think rushing streams, dense forest, serene lakes and fall color.Autumn is an ideal time to visit the eastern Sierra. Crowds are light, temperatures are cooler and, even better, the region’s aspen forests provide a dazzling, albeit brief, display of fall color. (Find the latest details on those hues and a map of where colors are nearing peak display at https://californiafallcolor.com/.)One of the best ways to immerse oneself in Mammoth’s abundant natural splendor is to overnight in a rustic cabin and live like a pioneer — 21st century-style.There are many cabin choices in Mammoth, from historic lakeside cabins in the dense woods to more modern tiny homes set in mountain meadows. I recently spent two nights at the Alpenhof Lodge,...

4 delicious ways to freshen up your pumpkin baking this fall

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 14:42:52 GMT

School’s in high gear, the weather is getting crisper and there are pumpkins are everywhere, from front porches to grocery store displays … all of which signals one thing: It’s the start of the fall baking season!This year, instead of celebrating pumpkin season with a traditional pie, consider showcasing the iconic golden squash in one of these desserts, each sourced from a different cookbook coming out this fall from Molly Baz, Michael Symon and other noted food writers.Hosting a fall brunch? Try wowing guests with a Pumpkin Bundt Cake topped with a maple cream glaze. It has all the traditional pumpkin-pie spices — cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger and allspice — with a maple-mascarpone glaze that takes it over the top. The recipe hails from New York food writer Samantha Seneviratne, whose new cookbook, “Bake Smart: Sweets and Secrets from My Oven to Yours” ((Harvest, $35), hits bookstores on Nov. 7.Looking for a show-stopping bake of the maximalist variety? Tr...

Gold Country Weekend: Getaway to charming Amador City

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 14:42:52 GMT

If you don’t normally frequent the charming Sierra foothill towns of California’s Gold Country, you might miss Amador City. But this tiny town — at a third of a square mile, it’s the smallest city in the Golden State — has tales to tell and treasures to discover.The drive — two hours from the Bay Area, when highway 580 cooperates — is beautiful. Cityscapes evaporate, giving way to scenic pastures, fruit stands and orchard groves, and eventually depositing you at the quaint intersection of two country roads, where Amador City offers plenty of big city sophistication in the littlest one there is.Friday night: Settle inCheck in at the recently renovated Imperial Hotel, which has ruled the city’s crossroads since 1879. The Sanguinetti family rebuilt the historic brick edifice after an 1878 fire that basically decimated this Gold Country town.The boutique hotel reopened in April after extensive renovations to the property, guest rooms and r...