Texans look to complete drives after settling for field goals in 21-19 loss to Falcons

Published Fri, 27 Dec 2024 06:46:51 GMT

Texans look to complete drives after settling for field goals in 21-19 loss to Falcons HOUSTON (AP) — Again and again on Sunday against Atlanta, the Houston Texans failed to get in the end zone and settled for field goals.They finally scored their only touchdown of the game late in the fourth quarter, but the Falcons used a last-second field goal to get a 21-19 victory.Houston (2-3) was left to lament its missed opportunities after settling for four field goals before rookie quarterback C.J. Stroud orchestrated the late TD drive.“Third down wasn’t good enough, red zone wasn’t good enough,” coach DeMeco Ryans said. “We needed to get points there and we didn’t. Credit to Atlanta; they have a really good defense and did a really good job of forcing us to kick field goals in those positions.”Stroud, the second overall pick in the draft, was disappointed that the Texans couldn’t finish drives this weekend after combining to score 67 points in their previous two wins.“It is hard when you live in third-and-long,” Stroud said. “I think (Sunday) was probably our worst day in t...

3 of 4 killed in crash involving stolen SUV fleeing attempted traffic stop were teens, police say

Published Fri, 27 Dec 2024 06:46:51 GMT

3 of 4 killed in crash involving stolen SUV fleeing attempted traffic stop were teens, police say MITCHELLVILLE, Md. (AP) — Three teenagers were among four people killed in a fiery crash involving a stolen SUV fleeing from an attempted traffic stop in Maryland, police said on Monday.The driver of the vehicle was identified as Marquay Swann, 14, of Lanham and two passengers were identified as Zyshaun Cuffey, 15, of Glenarden, and Serenity Sellman, 15, of Upper Marlboro, Prince George’s County Police Department said in a statement. The medical examiner’s office was still working to confirm the identity of the fourth person, police said.According to police, officers attempted a traffic stop on a Kia Sorento with expired temporary tags on Sept. 29.“Officers briefly attempted to pursue the Kia but lost sight of the vehicle and disengaged,” the news release said.About four minutes later, according to an “independent witness,” police said the driver of the Kia used the shoulder of a roadway to attempt a pass, lost control and hit a tree in Mitchellville.The Maryland attorney general’s ...

Newfound depth is helping fuel the Colts’ ride into AFC South lead

Published Fri, 27 Dec 2024 06:46:51 GMT

Newfound depth is helping fuel the Colts’ ride into AFC South lead INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — Indianapolis Colts coach Shane Steichen tailored his offense around rookie quarterback Anthony Richardson and 2021 NFL rushing champ Jonathan Taylor.Gardner Minshew and Zack Moss look pretty comfortable in it, too.With Richardson suffering his third injury in four games Sunday and being ruled out of next weekend’s matchup at Jacksonville with an AC joint injury in his throwing shoulder, and Taylor still working his way into game condition after a 10-month absence, the unlikely combination of Minshew and Moss has somehow given Indy a share of the AFC South lead.Steichen isn’t surprised by how they’ve played.“I think (Minshew) is an elite processor of the game,” Steichen said, referring to what he saw the previous two seasons when they worked together in Philadelphia. “When you’ve got a guy that can process the game quickly and make quick decisions … he’s really good, he’s accurate, he knows where to go with the football at...

Joe Burrow and Ja’Marr Chase give the Bengals needed boost at Arizona

Published Fri, 27 Dec 2024 06:46:51 GMT

Joe Burrow and Ja’Marr Chase give the Bengals needed boost at Arizona CINCINNATI (AP) — Joe Burrow was scrambling and throwing touchdown passes to Ja’Marr Chase again, just in time to keep the Bengals from letting the season slip away. The Cincinnati quarterback looked unfettered by a lingering right calf injury, and receiver Chase had one of his best days as a pro in the 34-20 win over the Arizona Cardinals. The Bengals improved to 2-3 amid signs they might be returning to the form that made them AFC North champions the past two years. They scored a first-half touchdown for the first time this season. The three Burrow-to-Chase touchdowns matched the team’s total TD output in the first four games combined.“We’re taking a step closer to who we really are,” Chase said. “We keep facing adversity this year. It’s not going to be an easy season. Right now, we’ll just take it step by step.”Burrow strained a calf muscle on July 27, and it limited his mobility through the first four games. On Sunday, he was 36 for 46 for 317 yards with three TDs an...

Denver announces location for first micro-community

Published Fri, 27 Dec 2024 06:46:51 GMT

Denver announces location for first micro-community DENVER (KDVR) -- Denver's mayor announced Monday the city will break ground soon on the first of several micro-communities designed to house people experiencing homelessness.The community will be part of Mayor Mike Johnston's House1000 initiative, which aims to house 1,000 people by the end of 2023 and eventually close all encampments in Denver. After homeless sweeps, who gets shelter? FOX31 asks the mayor The site, located at 2301 S. Santa Fe Dr., is one of 11 prospective sites identified by the city.What are micro-communities?Nine of the 11 sites were designated as micro-communities, with one additional proposed site designated as part-hotel, part-micro-community.These micro-communities can be made up of tiny homes or pallet shelters, and residents will have access to a private space with a bed and a desk. The communities will also have community areas with restrooms, showers, a kitchen and gathering spaces. Neighbors worry homeless micro-community would worsen traffic woes Th...

Denver weather: Rain and cooler temperatures return this week

Published Fri, 27 Dec 2024 06:46:51 GMT

Denver weather: Rain and cooler temperatures return this week DENVER (KDVR) — Monday was another warm and sunny fall day for Denver weather with temperatures running about 10 degrees above normal for this time of year. However, a cold front is coming midweek to cool temperatures for a few days. According to Pinpoint Weather, Colorado’s Most Accurate Forecast, the front will bring the best chance so far in October for needed moisture. FOX31 Newsletters: Sign up for alerts from the Pinpoint Weather team Rain chances in metro Denver for the week aheadWeather tonight: Mostly clear and coolSkies will remain mostly clear across the state with just some high clouds in a few places. The wind will be light and mainly from the south.Temperatures will be cold again in the Colorado mountains with several areas dipping below freezing. Along the Front Range and in metro Denver, overnight lows will dip into the 40s, which is a little above normal for this time of year.Overnight lows by Tuesday morning across ColoradoWeather tomorrow: Sunny and warmColorado...

Coats for Colorado kicks off as charities describe a crisis this year

Published Fri, 27 Dec 2024 06:46:51 GMT

Coats for Colorado kicks off as charities describe a crisis this year DENVER (KDVR) -- FOX31 and Channel 2 will partner with Dependable Cleaners once again for the Coats for Colorado donation drive.Residents are asked to donate new or gently used warm winter coats at any Dependable Cleaners location until Nov. 30. The coats will be cleaned and distributed to nonprofits."We really look forward to this event every year. This has been a pride of Dependable Cleaners for many, many years," said Anne Robertson with Dependable Cleaners.An early distribution was made on Monday. About 1,000 coats were donated to Catholic Charities. The coats were loaded onto a truck and taken to the Samaritan House shelter in downtown Denver. Denver announces location for first micro-community "This donation makes a huge difference, and it comes at such a perfect time," said Mark Hahn, director of parish and community engagement with Catholic Charities."We have such a need. It's really a crisis situation right now with so many migrants coming into Colorado. They are coming t...

Officials report mass casualty incident after multiple people get sick at NWMD event

Published Fri, 27 Dec 2024 06:46:51 GMT

Officials report mass casualty incident after multiple people get sick at NWMD event Authorities responded to the scene in Northwest Miami-Dade after reports of multiple people becoming ill at an event. The incident occurred at the 9th annual Afrikin Diaspora Fundraising Festival event located at the Circle of Brotherhood Headquarters, at 5094 NW 24th Ave. in Northwest Miami-Dade. Both the City of Miami Fire Rescue and Miami-Dade Fire Rescue were dispatched to the scene, later reporting it as a level two mass casualty incident.Police were then called over and identified it as a safety concern because of the large amount of people at the event, according to MDFR. Multiple patients are on scene and units are staged to assess patients. Three patients with minor to non-life-threatening injuries have been reportedly transported to local area hospitals. 7News is working to gather more information as this is still an active incident. Please check back on WSVN.com and 7News for more details on this developing story.

Demonstrators gather in Aventura for Stand for Israel rally in wake of Hamas attack

Published Fri, 27 Dec 2024 06:46:51 GMT

Demonstrators gather in Aventura for Stand for Israel rally in wake of Hamas attack Several South Floridians are taking to the streets to voice their concerns after terrorist group Hamas attacked Israel. 7News cameras captured demonstrators at the Shoppes of Waterway, located at 3585 NE 207th St., where local and federal officials, as well as clergy members and will gather to show their support for Israel during the Stand for Israel rally, Monday evening.At the venue, there will be an outdoor stage for politicians and other dignitaries. The passion was felt and heard. “People from all across the political spectrum, from different religious backgrounds; Jews, Christians, Muslims, people of no faith, people of other faiths, people of all races, people who come here from all sorts of different countries, the people that really make up our South Florida community are coming out in force tonight to show our support for Israel,” Evan Ross said. “Entire families that have been slaughtered, entire families that have been kidnapped. Children, young women ...

Will Hurd drops out of 2024 Republican presidential race and backs Nikki Haley

Published Fri, 27 Dec 2024 06:46:51 GMT

Will Hurd drops out of 2024 Republican presidential race and backs Nikki Haley (CNN) — Former Texas Rep. Will Hurd announced Monday that he is ending his campaign for the Republican presidential nomination in 2024 and is endorsing former South Carolina Gov. Nikki Haley.“Unfortunately, it has become clear to me and my team that the time has come to suspend our campaign,” he wrote in a statement.This is a breaking story and will be updated.