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Over $900M in unclaimed cash: Which Colorado counties have the most

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 11:33:27 GMT

DENVER (KDVR) — More than $900 million belonging to Colorado residents is sitting unclaimed in the state's hands. Across the state, every county has cash waiting to be claimed by its owner.The Colorado Department of the Treasury is in charge of holding abandoned bank accounts, stocks, safe deposit boxes, and other assets until the owners are found. 2 Colorado cities ranked among best for side gigs FOX31 compiled a breakdown of unclaimed cash by county, based on the last known address of the owner, using data from the state unclaimed property website. The state notes that the totals may not include all available funds.How to search for and claim unclaimed funds in ColoradoThe state has a website dedicated to unclaimed property in its possession.On the site, you can search for your name and then file a claim. Identification and the required documents can be uploaded or mailed in. You can then track the status of a claim online.There is no time limit on filing a claim. Unclaimed pro...

Aug. 18-21: Things to do in Denver this weekend

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 11:33:27 GMT

DENVER (KDVR) — It's a jam-packed weekend for concerts, races and festivals. There's something to do every day this weekend, but make sure to get out on Saturday where most of the fun is happening. The Pinpoint Weather team said the weather this weekend will be full of sunshine with temperatures in the mid-90s and a few light storms on Friday. To hit, or to not hit 100 degrees Friday, Aug. 18Mt. JoyMt. Joy played Thursday for Denver and they're coming back Friday to play at Red Rocks. The band gives off a 70's rock vibe with songs like "Astrovan" and "Strangers."Drag Queen BingoAfternoon bingo just got better. The Curtis Hotel offers a drag queen bingo called out by Mz. America Jackson. The lobby of the hotel is pop-cultured inspired and Instagramable when you dress in your best drag attire and test your luck with bingo.Saturday, Aug. 19Colorado Rockies jersey giveawayThe Rockies play Friday and Saturday, but if you go to the Saturday game, you may just be lucky enough to win a j...

US Postal Service looking to hire thousands

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 11:33:27 GMT

DENVER (KDVR) — The United States Postal Service is holding a job fair in Denver this weekend.USPS is anticipating thousands of upcoming job openings. The service said 29% of its current workforce will be eligible to retire in just four years. Plus, the busy holiday season is just a few months away.So, there will be a lot of jobs to be filled. These are the highest-paying jobs in Denver Those positions range from mail carriers to IT techs, and even medical staff. There are trained and untrained positions open.The USPS job fair will be held Saturday, Aug. 19 at Denver’s General Mail Facility, which is located at 7500 E. 53rd Place. The fair will run from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.If you’re just starting out, hourly pay will range from $18 per hour to over $22.Training will be provided for certain positions.

Sam Asghari breaks silence on divorce from Britney Spears, says ‘asking for privacy seems ridiculous’

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 11:33:27 GMT

(CNN) — Sam Asghari, husband to Britney Spears since June 2022, has made a statement on social media after filing for divorce from the pop singer on Wednesday.“After 6 years of love and commitment to each other my wife and i have decided to end our journey together,” Asghari wrote on his verified Instagram Story on Thursday. “We will hold onto the love and respect we have for each other and i wish her the best always. S**t happens.”He added, “Asking for privacy seems rediculous (sic) so i will just ask for everyone including media to be kind and thoughtful.”The actor and personal trainer filed a petition to end the marriage with the Los Angeles Superior Court on Wednesday, citing “irreconcilable differences,” according to a copy of filing obtained by CNN. The date of separation for the couple is July 28, the petition states.CNN has reached out to representatives for Spears and Asghari for comment.The pair wed in June of last year after becoming engaged in September 2021. They first ...

Boys and Girls Club provides afterschool care for students, supports working parents as new school year commences

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 11:33:27 GMT

Now that school is back in session parents need to find ways to keep them engaged, fortunately, there’s a place offering that and so much more. “The idea is that there’s a place for kids to come in the afternoon and have a great time here and learn and grow while their parents are at work,” said President of the Boys and Girls Club Alex Rodriguez-Roig. With the school year underway in Miami-Dade parents struggle to find things for their kids to do after school. “I’m a single mother, I work Monday through Friday from 8:30 to 5 p.m.,” said parent, Pamela Gomez. Many families are turning to the Boys and Girls Club to keep their children engaged after the school day ends.“We’re ready to kick it off here, at the Boys and Girls Club with our after-school program, where we provide homework assistance, computer, art, social skills, fitness,” said Rodriguez-Roig. The Boys and Girls Club has six locations across Miami-Dade and it pro...

Republican presidential candidate Chris Christie visits South Florida to engage voters ahead of GOP primary debate

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 11:33:27 GMT

SOUTH FLORIDA (WSVN) — The race for the White House intensifies as former New Jersey Governor Chris Christie makes his presence felt in South Florida to gain support from potential voters in the region. With the first GOP primary debate on the horizon, Christie’s visit comes amidst challenges faced by other contenders vying for the presidential seat.Christie’s itinerary includes a town hall event at Casa Cuba, where he aims to connect with voters and address their concerns. Following this engagement, he is scheduled to enjoy lunch at the historic Cafe Versailles, showcasing his commitment to engaging with the local community.As the Republican primary race heats up, Florida Governor Ron DeSantis faces criticism for recent debate talking points that have surfaced. A super PAC supporting DeSantis, “Never Back Down,” reportedly advised him to aggressively address entrepreneur Vivek Ramaswamy and defend former President Donald Trump.Entrepreneur Vivek Ramaswamy re...

Tornado warning continues for parts of Mass. as powerful storms move through

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 11:33:27 GMT

A new tornado warning has been issued for parts of Norfolk and Plymouth counties in effect until 10:45 a.m., the National Weather Service announced.The warning includes communities near Stoughton and further west through Rockland and Scituate, Mass. It is coinciding with a separate severe thunderstorm warning running from the Mansfield area into Boston itself.The latest tornado warning also follows prior tornado warnings for parts of Rhode Island and Massachusetts Friday morning. The NWS issued the region’s first tornado warning of the day around 8:30 a.m. Meteorologists later noted radar indications of possible tornado debris lofted into the air near Scituate, Rhode Island around 8:40 a.m. as the tornado-warned storm moved through the area.Elsewhere in Massachusetts, there is also a severe thunderstorm warning in effect for some communities in Worcester and Middlesex County in the Metro West area, scheduled to remain in effect through 9:45 a.m.A larger flash flood warnin...

Tornado warning issued for parts of the South Shore

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 11:33:27 GMT

The National Weather Service has issued a tornado warning for parts of the South Shore until 10:45 a.m.The alert is for: Brockton, Weymouth, Braintree, Randolph, Stoughton, Marshfield,Hingham, Canton, Scituate, Pembroke, Rockland, Abington, Whitman,Hanover, Holbrook, Norwell, Hanson, Cohasset, and Avon.Tornado Warning for…East central Norfolk County in eastern Massachusetts…Northern Plymouth County in southeastern Massachusetts…* Until 1045 AM EDT.

Hilary intensifies to Category 4 hurricane

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 11:33:27 GMT

SAN DIEGO -- A tropical storm rapidly rotating northward off the coast of Mexico intensified to a Category 4 hurricane Thursday night, the National Weather Service announced.With maximum sustained winds of 140 mph, weather officials say Hilary's impact is increasing along the west-central coast of the Baja California Peninsula. Though the U.S. National Hurricane Center (NHC) predicts Hilary to begin weakening by Saturday, there is still one main threat for the San Diego County region. MORE: Tracking Hilary Shortly before 1 a.m. Friday, NWS announced a High Risk is in effect for Southern California's Excessive Rainfall Outlook. Valid Sunday, Aug. 20 through Monday. Aug. 21, an increased risk of excessive rainfall is forecast for the county. Excessive Rainfall Outlook for San Diego County Aug. 20-21. (Credit: National Weather Service)Perhaps the biggest threat posed to parts of San Diego County is flash flooding that could be caused by torrential downpours. NWS says this is especia...

Brush fire in Potrero increases to 466 acres, prompts evacuations

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 11:33:27 GMT

SAN DIEGO -- A brush fire burning in the Potrero community prompted evacuations Thursday afternoon.The fire broke out near Coyote Holler Road and Round Potrero Road, Cal Fire San Diego said in a post on X, formerly known as Twitter. By 3:20 p.m., the fire, dubbed the "Coyote Fire," had grown to 200 acres and was burning at a moderate rate of spread, fire officials said. As of 5:12 p.m., the fire doubled in size to 400 acres.Cal Fire San Diego gave an update on the blaze at 8:18 p.m., saying the fire remains at 400 acres and is 5% contained. Another update was given at 6:39 a.m. Friday morning, with Cal Fire saying the blaze is now at 466 acres and is 10% contained. The fire has also caused all schools in the Mountain Unified School District to be closed on Friday, Music Watson with the San Diego County Office of Education told FOX 5.At least one structure was burned in the fire. Structures on Yerba Santa Road were also threatened. Hilary upgraded to hurricane: What does this ...