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Investigators focus on railway inspection practices after Colorado train derailment

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 15:30:00 GMT

An investigation into a Colorado coal train derailment and bridge collapse that killed a truck driver is focused on whether inspection and maintenance practices at BNSF Railway contributed to the accident, federal officials said Thursday.The steel bridge built in 1958 collapsed onto Interstate 25 Oct 15, when a broken rail caused 30 cars from a BNSF Railway train hauling coal to derail, the National Transportation Safety Board said based on preliminary findings. Train stopped on tracks in Commerce City The accident just north of the city of Pueblo closed the main north-south highway through Colorado for four days while crews cleared hundreds of tons of coal and mangled railcars.Killed in the accident was Lafollette Henderson, 60, of Compton, California, who had been driving under the bridge.The BNSF train was travelling about 32 mph (52 kph) — below the 45 mph (72 kph) limit for the area, the NTSB said.Broken rails and other track problems are a leading cause of derailments, accor...

Denver, Chicago mayors meet with Biden officials to pitch migrant aid

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 15:30:00 GMT

WASHINGTON (AP) — Biden administration officials hosted big city mayors at the White House on Thursday to discuss how to manage a growing number of migrants, one day after those leaders sent a letter asking for more federal help. Denver Mayor Mike Johnston and Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson met with White House chief of staff Jeff Zients and Homeland Security Department officials before heading to Capitol Hill for meetings with lawmakers. Investigators focus on railway inspection practices after Colorado train derailment “I had a good series of conversations,” said Johnston, who led the coalition. “I think we shared our sense of urgency and we shared this belief that we need funding, but really what we want is a longer-term solution." The other Democratic mayors who signed onto the letter to President Joe Biden were Karen Bass of Los Angeles, Sylvester Turner of Houston and Eric Adams of New York. The meeting came together quickly and not all five could make it.Adams said he was ab...

Train stops on tracks in Commerce City after fire

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 15:30:00 GMT

DENVER (KDVR) -- Thursday morning, a train stopped on the tracks in Commerce City where firefighters put out a fire in a locomotive.The South Adams County Fire Department responded to a call of a train stopped on the tracks near the intersection of Highway 2 and 104th Avenue near Rocky Mountain Arsenal National Wildlife Refuge.SkyFOX was on the scene where footage showed the train smoking from the front car at 7:20 a.m.What originally appeared to be just smoke turned into a fire in the first car by 7:35 a.m. According to BNSF, which owns the train, it was carrying grain. Adams County grand jury indicts alleged members of drug cartel pipeline Train stopped on tracks in Commerce City at 7:20 a.m. (KDVR SkyFOX)Train stopped on tracks in Commerce City at 7:26 a.m. (KDVR SkyFOX)Train stopped on tracks in Commerce City at 7:40 a.m. (KDVR SkyFOX)Train stopped on tracks in Commerce City at 7:43 a.m. (KDVR SkyFOX)Train stopped on tracks in Commerce City at 7:47 a.m. (KDVR SkyFOX)As of 7:5...

Jefferson County schools targeted with cybersecurity attack

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 15:30:00 GMT

DENVER (KDVR) -- Jefferson County Public Schools announced that there were "alarming" emails received Tuesday by staff members.According to the district's statement, the Information Technology team is working with cybersecurity experts and law enforcement to investigate the credibility and scope of an attack. The district said there is no concern related to physical safety.Jeffco Public Schools Chief Information Officer Jill Ibeck shared precautionary measures the district employees were required to take, including updating all passwords and educating students about digital citizenship and the importance of strong passwords that are regularly changed. It’s cheaper to rent in Denver than in these metro suburbs Ibeck said when the district updates families will be controlled by law enforcement to keep the investigation's integrity.Anyone who receives concerning communications is asked to notify the district immediately by calling JeffcoHelp at 303-982-2200 or by using the community ...

‘Blow-me-over wind’: Gusty conditions prompt beach warnings across South Florida

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 15:30:00 GMT

Gusty conditions across South Florida prompted safety warnings from officials, as some people who were out and about opted to take advantage of the whipping winds.Some passers-by who spoke with 7News at the Hollywood Beach Broadwalk on Thursday afternoon agreed this isn’t much of a beach day.No, this is different. This is blow-me-over wind,” said Linda Stein.Winds blew steadily at 20 miles per hour, with gusts up to 35 mph, according to the National Weather Service.A wind advisory remains in place until 8 p.m. on Thursday, and a small craft advisory is en effect until 2 a.m. on Saturday. A gale warning is also in effect until 2 a.m. on Friday.Beachgoers in Hollywood found it difficult to become comfortable. As for the water, it’s downright dangerous..“Extremely rough conditions caused by the heavy winds we’ve had for the last couple of days,” said Fort Lauderdale Ocean Rescue Lt. Wade Rickerson.It’s a two-flag day on Fort Lauderdale Beach: r...

BSO: Arrest made in aggravated assault case in Central Broward

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 15:30:00 GMT

Detectives from the Broward County Sheriff’s Office Violent Crimes Unit arrested a Fort Lauderdale man in connection with an aggravated assault case.The arrest followed the release of surveillance video that shows an altercation involving Dwayne Fye, 59, at a Broward County business. The incident occurred on Sunday, Sept. 3, around 12:50 a.m., near the 2700 block of West Sunrise Boulevard.In the video, a subject, later identified as Fye, was seen wearing a green baseball hat, green shirt and black shorts. BSO said Fye entered the store, removed a beer from the refrigerator aisle and engaged in a verbal dispute with the victim. The video showed Fye placing the beer on the counter and poking the victim in the chest before leaving the store.The dispute escalated outside, with Fye allegedly threatening the victim with a knife before departing. According to BSO, approximately five to 10 minutes later, Fye returned to the business, displaying a firearm and wearing a black baseball c...

FBI searching for suspects in armored truck robbery in Miami Gardens

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 15:30:00 GMT

The FBI is searching for two suspects responsible for an armored truck heist in Miami Gardens.The robbery occurred just after 3:30 p.m. near 18350 NW 2nd Ave. According to information released by the FBI, two armed assailants targeted the armored truck courier as they were servicing an ATM machine at a local bank, stealing an undisclosed amount of money.Courtesy: FBICourtesy: FBICourtesy: FBIAuthorities suspect a third accomplice may also be involved.No gunshots were discharged during the incident, and there have been no reported injuries. Anyone with information about this robbery or an FBI investigation is urged to call (754)703-2000 or go to tips.fbi.gov.

Police establish perimeter in NW Miami-Dade amid search for man accused of stealing motorcycle

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 15:30:00 GMT

Police have established a perimeter in Northwest Miami-Dade in response to a reported stolen motorcycle.Miami-Dade Police units responded to the scene in the area of Northwest 170th Street and 97th Avenue, at around 2:30 p.m., Thursday.Investigators said the motorcycle has been recovered, but the subject who stole it remains at large.7Skyforce hovered over the active scene around 5 p.m., where a large police presence was visible, as well as the motorcycle. Please check back on WSVN.com and 7News for more details on this developing story.

5 things we learned from the bonkers Musk-Sunak love-in 

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 15:30:00 GMT

LONDON — Elon Musk sat down with British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak in London’s Lancaster House on Thursday night for a chat that veered more towards a “love-in” than an interview. In the lavish gold-trimmed room where Theresa May gave one of her key Brexit speeches, the tech tycoon and PM were joined by an audience that included Cabinet ministers, tech execs and the American rapper will.i.am.Here’s what we learned as the conversation unfolded…Elon thinks you won’t need to workThe world’s richest man predicted a “future of abundance” from advances in AI models. “There will come a point where no job is needed,” he said. “You can have a job if you want to have a job… but the AI will be able to do everything. I don’t know if that makes people comfortable or uncomfortable.” Sunak, who will himself be out of a job when elections are held next year if the polls are correct, laughed along nervously. Rishi should leave journalism to the prosThe format of the chat was m...

Firefighters battle large fire in multi-family home in New Bedford

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 15:30:00 GMT

Firefighters were on scene in New Bedford Thursday afternoon battling a large fire in a multi-family home. SKY7-HD was over the scene on Welcome Street around 5:30 p.m., showing crews pouring water on the flames. The New Bedford Fire Department also shared a photo from ground level as their response continued. Flames could be seen billowing out of second-floor windows as officials said their response had grown to two alarms.The fire appeared to have burned through the building’s roof and a front porch appeared to have collapsed as of around 5:30 p.m. No further information was immediately available. This is a developing story; stay with 7NEWS on-air and online for the latest updates.