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Big dreams and big promises — but can Mike Johnston deliver for Denver?

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:11:53 GMT

The clock was approaching midnight at Lynette Brooks’ home in Denver’s Central Park neighborhood when a bullet shattered a window and broke the silence of a placid weeknight.“It came within eight inches of his head,” Brooks’ said of her husband, choking up over the frightening moment as they watched TV together in their living room earlier this month. “I want to know what’s going on with the gun situation.”Recounted in front of dozens of Denverites gathered for a campaign stop in the backyard of a home near Sloan’s Lake, Brooks’ story was aimed squarely at Denver mayoral candidate Mike Johnston less than a month ahead of a runoff election that will deliver the city its first new mayor in 12 years.Johnston, a 48-year-old former state senator and school principal, has fielded hundreds of tough questions and pent-up frustrations from voters in the last few weeks on issues ranging from homelessness to skyrocketing home prices t...

Kelly Brough has a lot of experience, but is it the right kind for Denver voters?

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:11:53 GMT

Kelly Brough has been here before — seeking a high-profile job while fighting perceptions that she’s out of step with the people she wants to lead.In 2009, the Denver Metro Chamber of Commerce’s board hired her as the organization’s president and CEO, the first woman to take on that role. Some members voiced suspicions that Brough, the top aide to then-Mayor John Hickenlooper, would transform the sometimes-stodgy, often conservative organization into a political mouthpiece for Democratic causes.Now, as Brough, 59, asks voters in liberal Denver to elect her mayor, she faces the opposite suspicion — that back at city hall, she would bring the pro-business bent she honed over a dozen years at the Chamber, often fighting against Democratic initiatives.“I find it hilarious,” Brough muses when asked about that juxtaposition during an interview. She feels like she’s “stuck in the middle” of those competing perceptions, past and present, as she looks to make history as the first...

Los Angeles sheriff orders deputies to show tattoos, be interviewed about alleged gangs

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:11:53 GMT

After years of denials and stonewalling, there's a new sheriff in town.Los Angeles County Sheriff Robert Luna on Thursday ordered his deputies to submit to interviews by the office of Inspector General Max Huntsman related to alleged deputy gangs, the Los Angeles Times reported.“Please be advised that all Department personnel who received such a request are hereby ordered to appear and cooperate in such interviews. All statements made by Department personnel shall be full, complete, and truthful statements," said Luna in an email that the Times described as "firmly worded."A statement from the department added that Luna has "remained in communication" with Huntsman's office and he is in favor of the inquiry."The Department supports any investigation that seeks to uncover wrongdoing, since all members of the Sheriff’s Department are expected to hold themselves to the highest ethical and professional standards," the statement said. "Department members who engage in misconduct or crimi...

L.A. County lawmakers blast Dodgers' decision to remove LGBTQ 'nun' group from Pride Night

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:11:53 GMT

More than two dozen state lawmakers from Los Angeles County are expressing disappointment with the L.A. Dodgers for uninviting an LGBTQ group from its 10th annual Pride Night event next month.The Sisters of Perpetual Indulgence, a group of self-described “queer and trans nuns,” were set to be honored with the team’s Community Hero Award.Instead, they were removed from the June 16 event after the ballclub received backlash from conservatives, prompting the Los Angeles LGBT Center to also pull out of the event.“While the L.A. Dodgers were preparing to host an event centered around inclusivity, they instead chose to exclude a well-known LGBTQ+ organization with a rich history of philanthropic and community engagement,” the Los Angeles County Delegation, which includes 39 members of the California State Senate and State Assembly, said in a statement Friday. “These are values that should be celebrated, not suppressed.”Despite their philanthropic work, the Sisters’ use of Roman Catholic i...

Raising a kid is the most expensive in these 3 California cities, study finds

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:11:53 GMT

It’s no secret that raising a child can be expensive. From childcare, housing, food, and other associated costs, the expenses can rise quickly. Depending on where you live, being a parent can be even more expensive. Using data from MIT’s Living Wage Calculator, the personal finance website SmartAsset found that nationally, raising a child costs roughly $20,800 annually. That cost includes childcare (which, on average, will set you back more than $9,000), food and housing, healthcare, transportation, and other necessities. SmartAsset reviewed 381 U.S. metro areas to determine how much it could cost for a two-adult household to raise a child in 2023. Unsurprisingly, many of the most expensive cities were in California, specifically in and around the Bay Area. California ranked among the top 20 ‘best’ states for retirement, study says Topping out the list was the San Francisco-Oakland-Berkeley area, where SmartAsset found the annual cost of raising a child is more...

When She’s Not in the Mood: Causes for Low Sex Drive in Women (And What to Do About It)

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:11:53 GMT

Sex is a commonly desired activity as it invokes positive feelings. However, low sex drive in women can sometimes prevent them from wanting or enjoying sex. If you find that you — or the woman in your life — lack libido, here are a few possible causes as well as solutions to them.Causes of Low Sex Drive in Women and What to Do About ItThere isn’t exactly a scale or test to find out if a woman’s libido level is normal or not. According to Dr. Risa Kagan, a gynecologist at Sutter East Bay Medical Foundation, “What matters most is how you feel about your current libido and whether or not you want to change it.” (She said in her article on Sutter Health.)However, sometimes, there are a few factors that can cause low sex drive in women — or lower than usual.Habits and LifestyleAlcoholFeeling the buzz and euphoric effects of alcohol can sometimes make a person want sex. However, when she gets too intoxicated, it can cause a low sex drive in women. Alcohol is a Central Nervous System (CNS)...

2 Reasons Pet Owners Would Gladly Trade Places With Dog for a Day — To Play and Sleep

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:11:53 GMT

These days, if you don’t treat your doggo as though they’re your child, you’re the odd one out. But it’s become so normalized, that a third of pet owners wish could trade places with dog for at least a day — according to a new survey. Because who doesn’t want to live rent-free, eat good food, and sleep on a fluffy bed?Here are the things that, we, “hoomans,” are missing out on:The Paw-sh Life: Why Pet Owners Would Love to Trade Places With DogDog food brand, Solid Gold commissioned a survey to see just how pampered our pooches are. Spoiler: they’re *extremely* spoiled! 96% of dog owners who participated admit that they spoil their doggos in some form or way. 60% even believe that they own “the world’s most spoiled dog.” It’s no wonder so many pet owners want to trade places with dog and get the same royal treatment!These furry companions are so spoiled (sleeping in beds, eating premium dog treats and foods, etc.), that 32% of the survey participants said they regularly talk to...

Best Shoes for Morton’s Neuroma in 2023 According to Health Experts

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:11:53 GMT

Morton’s neuroma can be a painful and debilitating condition, but choosing the right footwear can make a significant difference in managing symptoms and improving comfort.Today, we will outline the key features to look for in shoes that support and protect your feet, helping you find relief from Morton’s neuroma pain. Shoe design is essential for those affected by Morton’s Neuroma, a painful condition often causing a burning sensation between the third and fourth toe.Our Picks for the Best Shoes for Morton’s NeuromaHoka Bondi 8 – Best overallNew Balance 1080v12 – Best walking shoesBrooks Ghost 15 – Best running shoesHoka Gaviota 4 – Best for StabilityThe Harvard Center for Health and the Global Environment is committed to improving global health outcomes. The Harvard CHGE assembles a multi-disciplinary team of experts in diverse fields to address some of the world’s most pressing health challenges. Experts from CHGE have medicall...

12 Simple Ways to Improve Life With Narcolepsy

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:11:53 GMT

Narcolepsy is a condition that can make everyday life feel like an uphill battle. Trying to manage its symptoms while staying physically and emotionally well can be daunting, but don’t worry – we’re here to help! Our article contains twelve simple yet effective tips that could make all the difference in living or working alongside Narcolepsy. Whether it maintaining good sleep hygiene or incorporating exercise into your routine these suggestions are designed specifically for people who live with this condition.Stick to a Regular Sleep ScheduleEffective management of narcolepsy requires a strict commitment to a consistent sleep schedule. Achieving this goal requires setting regular bedtimes and wake up times that remain constant from one day to another. Such consistency allows your body’s internal clock the opportunity it needs for adjusting itself – an essential requirement in controlling the daytime fatigue associated with this disorder. Furthermore, following this...

From Love & Rockets to Rainbow Girls — the New LA Weekly Playlist is Live

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:11:53 GMT

From Love & Rockets to Rainbow Girls: The 157th LA Weekly playlist, reviewing the musicians that we’ve been writing about all week, is live now. There’s electronic music from Whipped Cream, hip-hop from Vanessa Tha Finessa, post-punk from Sisters of Mercy and Love & Rockets, indie rock from Megan Slankard and Rainbow Girls, hair metal from Dokken, industrial from KMFDM, and so much more.Find us on Spotify here,or on Soundcloud here.Don’t forget to “Like” the playlists and “Follow” the profiles.Sisters of Mercy (Lara Aime)From Love & Rockets to Rainbow GirlsAlso this week:In our cover story, Sisters of Mercy’s Andrew Eldritch said: “I feel good about [our new stuff]. It has the melodicism of early Sisters stuff, which is probably due to Ben (Christo, guitar) liking the early stuff more than I do, and he’s largely responsible for the melodicism of those songs. On the other hand, the words are better than they’ve ever been, and, sometimes the power of them overwhelms ...