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Prince William Co. supervisors approve one-time waiving of residential solar install fees

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 18:52:37 GMT

This article was written by WTOP’s news partner, InsideNoVa.com, and republished with permission. Sign up for InsideNoVa.com’s free email subscription today.The Prince William Board of County Supervisors has allocated $1.2 million from the county’s year-end savings fund to help cut the cost of residential solar installations.The one-time fee reduction program for residential solar will waive all county fees associated with installation to incentivize residents and solar contractors to install equipment on houses in the county, one of the most expensive places in the region to install residential solar, according to county documents. Neighboring Fairfax County waives all permitting fees related to residential solar installations.Prince William’s program takes effect Sept. 1, but the future of the program in subsequent years will be subject to funding availability and board approval. The Prince William County Department of Development Services will initiate a budget reques...

Aurora one step closer to reviving reserve police force

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 18:52:37 GMT

DENVER (KDVR) — Aurora City Council has advanced a proposal to reinstate the city's reserve police force.The council introduced the ordinance on Monday night and voted 9-1 to advance it for final consideration. Council Member Crystal Jurillo cast the sole vote in opposition. Man steals delivery driver’s car with sleeping woman inside Before it's final, the council will have to approve it on second reading, Council Member Alison Coombs told FOX31.In a study session earlier this month, Council Member Danielle Jurinsky said the Aurora Police Department had requested the program. The reserve police force was dissolved in 2005.City officials said some paramedics who work with SWAT already carry concealed weapons, and the proposal could protect the city from liability, FOX31 has reported.The volunteer program would accept other applicants as well, city council members said. These could potentially include other city employees, retirees in good standing and former police office...

Gas prices increased by 17 cents in the last week

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 18:52:37 GMT

DENVER (KDVR) -- The average gas price in Denver has increased 17 cents since July 21, which tallies to approximately $3.91 per gallon, about 20 cents above the national average, according to a GasBuddy survey. While it's significantly less expensive than Denver's prices last July, which were over $4, the prices are almost 25 cents higher than June and almost 20 cents higher than the current national average, GasBuddy said in a press release."Gas prices suddenly soared over the last week due to heat-related refinery outages that impacted some of the largest refineries in the country, at a time when summer gasoline demand peaks and as gasoline inventories slid to their lowest July level since 2015," Patrick De Haan, head of petroleum analysis at GasBuddy, said in a press release. All national parks will be free on this day While De Haan believes the rise in prices last week will start to lower, he believes that any new issues, like cuts in supply or hurricanes, could cause the gas...

CSU waives application fee for all Colorado students

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 18:52:37 GMT

DENVER (KDVR) — If you are a Colorado student, you can now apply to Colorado State University for free.As of Tuesday, CSU is now the largest four-year institution in Colorado to waive its $50 application fee for in-state students, according to the university. It’s Colorado Day! Where to get free or discounted tickets all week Students can qualify for the free application program if they have attended a Colorado high school or college/university or currently live in Colorado. “We’re very excited to make every day a free application day for Coloradans,” CSU President Amy Parsons said in a statement. “This new initiative, along with CSU’s extensive student support, underlines our commitment to providing access for students. We want to remove barriers to higher education, and to open doors to all qualified students with the desire to earn a world-class, four-year degree.”Colorado Free Application Days is a program held for three days every year, and during those days Colorado resident...

Bull shark’s aggressive encounter with boat off Palm Beach leaves fishermen astonished

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 18:52:37 GMT

Palm Beach, Fla. (WSVN) – A incident off the coast of Palm Beach last month has left a fisherman recounting his experience with a bull shark. The predator struck their boat repeatedly, causing significant damage and fear among the crew.During a fishing expedition for Cobia, the fishermen were approached by a bull shark. The shark showed relentless aggression, repeatedly bashing into the stern of the vessel and butting into the motors a total of eight times.“We were thinking maybe he grabbed the propeller. We weren’t expecting the damage that we had when we got back to the dock. And it was just astronomical. The whole middle, the engine is completely ripped out. The trim tab’s broken. And I didn’t think a shark could actually shake the boat like that. The boat was shaking like a bag of popcorn. Like, literally I was shaking like an earthquake,” shared Carl Torreson, who was onboard at the time. The unexpected ferocity of the bull shark’s beha...

Family escapes unharmed after fire engulfs mobile home in North Miami-Dade

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 18:52:37 GMT

A fire consumed a mobile home in North Miami-Dade and forced and family to flee their residence. The incident, which occurred near Northwest Miami Court and 80th Street, was marked by heavy smoke billowing from the property. The blaze left extensive damage on the home and now seven individuals are in need of a new place to call home. The fire broke out as the family was cooking, according to the owner’s account of the incident. Local authorities and fire investigators are actively working to determine the cause and origin of the fire.

Crocodile captured after sighting prompted concerns at Joe DiMaggio Park in Hollywood

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 18:52:37 GMT

A crocodile was trapped Tuesday after he was spotted a little too close for comfort at Joe DiMaggio Park in Hollywood, raising an overwhelming amount of safety concerns among area residents.Residents of the Harbor Islands community were warned about the crocodile through an email, explaining that it “seems to have gained access through the estate intercoastal seawall…”7News cameras witnessed the moment trappers caught the crocodile.After 3 to 4 attempts the crocodile was finally caught. Every time they managed to catch the reptile and drag it to the edge of the pond, the large crocodile would snap the line and get back into the water. As soon as he surfaced again they would throw the lines out again until they were able to catch him. The crocodile managed to break at least two of the trapper’s snares demonstrating the strength of the reptile. “I’m very happy, I’m very happy because we want to all live calmly here and enjoy this beautiful park that we share, n...

No injuries after fire breaks out at NW Miami-Dade duplex

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 18:52:37 GMT

A potentially disastrous situation was averted Tuesday morning when a fire broke out at a duplex. The blaze broke out in a home along Northwest 84th Street and 5th Court. Firefighters quickly controlled the fire and prevented any injuries.Thanks to the rapid and efficient actions of the firefighters, the situation was promptly contained, and no one was harmed in the incident. As of now, the cause of the fire remains undetermined. Fire investigators are investigating to determine the origin and the factors contributing to the incident.

Man accused in deadly Hyde Park hit-and-run faces a judge

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 18:52:37 GMT

A man facing charges in connection with a deadly hit-and-run in Hyde Park last month appeared in court on Tuesday, pleading not guilty. Four-year-old Ivan Pierre was hit and killed by a vehicle on Wood Avenue on July 18. A matter of weeks later, authorities announced around 3 p.m. Monday that Olguens Joseph was wanted on multiple charges, including motor vehicle homicide by negligent Operation, in connection with the crash. Police confirmed later Monday afternoon that Joseph had turned himself in.In addition to the motor vehicle homicide by negligent operation charge, Boston police said other charges against Joseph include leaving the scene of personal injury and death as well as operation of an unregistered/uninsured motor vehicle.A family member of the boy who was killed told 7NEWS the crash happened as the family gathered to see the boy’s mother’s new car that night around 9:30 p.m. on July 18. Police said they determined the driver of the vehicle that struck Pierr...

Commission rules in favor of Boston City Councilor Kendra Lara after review of eligibility challenges

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 18:52:37 GMT

A commission has ruled in favor of Boston City Councilor Kendra Lara after several residents filed objections over the councilor’s eligibility to represent her district.The Boston Ballot Law Commission held a two-hour hearing to review four objections on Tuesday. Officials listened to testimony before finding that claims of Lara not meeting the city council’s residency requirement did not meet the burden of proof.Boston city councilors are required to live in their district for at least one year prior to their election. One of the individuals who filed an objection claimed the councilor had only lived in her district for five months. “I think that these laws are in place to protect our constituents and this is just a moment where they were exploited for political gain and I’m glad that the ballot commission and the judge both ruled in favor,” Lara later told reporters.The hearing was held two weeks after the councilor was arraigned on charges in connect...