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Troy Guard to open wine bar in lobby of Republic Plaza

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 11:00:26 GMT

It’s a Done Deal.Troy Guard, owner of Denver-based TAG Restaurant Group, has inked a deal to open a wine bar with that name in the Republic Plaza lobby at 370 17th St. “So many deals are done in that building and so many people celebrate after they get a deal done, so, Done Deal,” Guard said.Guard said the building’s owner, New York-based Brookfield, approached him about the space, specifically desiring a wine lounge that would lure those working above and in surrounding buildings.“With COVID, a lot of people are working from home — some are coming back, some aren’t,” Guard said. “Most landlords want an amenity for the building.” This will be Guard’s second concept in Denver’s tallest building. He opened Bubu, his quick-service noodle bowl restaurant, there in 2016. And his steakhouse Guard and Grace operates in the office tower at 1801 California St., which Brookfield also owns.Guard said Bubu has done well in Republic Plaza, so he decided to give the wine bar a shot. Its spa...

Restaurant chain with self-pour beer taps coming to Arapahoe Square

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 11:00:26 GMT

A restaurant chain with self-pour beer taps is coming to Arapahoe Square.Tapville Social, a franchise company based in Illinois, is set to open its first Colorado location at 1010 Park Avenue West later this year. It has taken 1,827 square feet at the base of the three-story building.Tapville CEO Joseph Tota said the new location will be owned by franchisee Colton Harris and will open in the fall. Harris also owns XLV Realty in Denver and works as a broker.The restaurant will feature 24 taps with both local and national beer, Tota said, noting franchisees can pick the specific offerings. Customers also pour their wine using Enomatic machines to preserve their quality.“One of the things that we encourage is that we try to support local breweries and independent breweries specifically,” he said. “The franchisees have the opportunity to work with local breweries and carry their products, so they get to localize their product selection.”Tapville’s largest demographic is women between th...

Passengers hurt when Amtrak train derails after hitting truck in Moorpark

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 11:00:26 GMT

More than a dozen people were hurt when an Amtrak train partially derailed late Wednesday morning after striking a water truck in Moorpark, officials said.The derailment occurred at about 11:30 a.m. at a railroad crossing near Los Angeles Avenue. According to the Ventura County Fire Department, the train was carrying 186 passengers and 13 crew members when it hit the public works truck. On Twitter, local photographer Michael Coons said the truck belonged to the Ventura County Public Works Agency.The California Highway Patrol shared this image of the aftermath of a train crash in Moorpark on June 28, 2023. (CHP Moorpark)Of the train's seven cars, three came off the tracks and were tilted sideways but remained upright. 15 people were transported to hospitals with injuries, most of which were considered minor, fire officials said. The truck driver was transported to a local trauma center with non-life-threatening injuries, said David Fleisch, assistant director of public works.Sky5 foo...

These California metro areas are the most expensive for renters in the U.S., study shows

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 11:00:26 GMT

Several California metropolitan areas are considered to be the most expensive markets in the country for renters, according to a new study.The 2023 'Out of Reach' Report, published annually by the National Low Income Housing Coalition, found that various California counties dominated the list of the least affordable U.S. markets for renters, with metro areas in Northern California rounding out the top three.California metro areas deemed the most expensive markets for rentersSanta Cruz CountyMarin, San Francisco and San Mateo countiesSanta Clara CountyMonterrey CountySanta Barbara CountyOrange CountyLos Angeles County didn't make the top ten for the overall list but was still considered an expensive place to rent a modest two-bedroom apartment. The average rental price for a two-bedroom apartment in the county is $2,781, according to RentCafe.Researchers used a metric called Housing Wage, “which estimates the hourly wage full-time workers must earn to afford a rental home at fair mar...

Brandon Compton, Ramell Jenkins, Misty Green Killed in High-Speed Crash on Lone Tree Way [Antioch, CA]

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 11:00:26 GMT

3 Killed after Two-Vehicle Collision near an Arco Gas Station in AntiochANTIOCH, CA (June 28, 2023) – Monday night, Brandon Compton, Ramell Jenkins, and Misty Green lost their lives in a high-speed car crash on Lone Tree Way.The incident happened at around 10:30 p.m., near the Arco on 4198 Lone Tree Way.According to reports, Compton was speeding in a silver car when he lost control and sideswiped a black Honda. The collision with the Honda caused the silver car to slam into a tree.Emergency crews were dispatched to the site of the collision. There, officials pronounce 25-year-old Brandon Compton, and his passengers, 45-year-old Ramell Jenkins, and Misty Green, dead at the scene.At this time, it is unknown whether or not the driver of the second vehicle sustained injuries from the crash.The Sweet James team sends their warm and sincerest sympathies out to the friends and family of Brandon Compton, Ramell Jenkins, and Misty Green. May you find comfort and strength during this di...

Woman Killed in Pedestrian Collision on Interstate 880 [Fremont, CA]

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 11:00:26 GMT

Good Samaritan Fatally Struck in Pedestrian Accident near State Route 262FREMONT, CA (June 28, 2023) – Early Wednesday morning, one woman was pronounced dead after a pedestrian collision on Interstate 880.Authorities responded to the scene around 2:30 a.m., on the northbound lanes of the freeway near State Route 262.Officers say the driver of a Chevrolet crashed on the off-ramp when the male driver of a Mitsubishi along with his female passenger pulled over to help.The driver of a passing Ford F-150 then struck the Mitsubishi, pushing it forward into the woman who was standing outside of her vehicle. The Ford driver then fled the scene on foot.First responders arrived and pronounced the woman dead at the scene due to the extent of her condition. Although, police have not yet released her identity.Following initial investigations, officers also arrested the Chevrolet driver for DUI.Emergency crews closed off the surrounding area for a brief time during cleanup and preliminary d...

2 Hurt in Pedestrian Crash on South San Pedro Street [Los Angeles, CA]

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 11:00:26 GMT

Pedestrian-Auto Collision in Flower District Left Two Women Critically InjuredLOS ANGELES, CA (June 28, 2023) – Saturday morning, a pedestrian crash on South San Pedro Street left a mother and teenage daughter injured.Emergency personnel responded to the collision around 9:42 p.m. at 916 S. San Pedro St. in the Flower District.Upon arrival, authorities learned that a male driver suffered “some sort of medical emergency” before hitting the two victims. Investigators said the driver hit multiple other vehicles after coming to a stop.Paramedics said the woman in her 50s, complained of pain. Additionally, the woman’s teenage daughter received multiple fractures from the collision.Officers Drake Madison of the LAPD claimed that the two victims are going to recover. The male driver stayed and cooperated with the investigators.The Los Angeles Officials made no arrests from the incident. Those with further information regarding the South San Pedro Street pedestrian crash are encourage...

Murder charge over fentanyl-laced pills that caused San Jose woman’s death

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 11:00:26 GMT

SAN JOSE — A Monterey County man has been charged with murder in the fentanyl-overdose death of a San Jose woman earlier this year, with South Bay prosecutors alleging that he sold drugs that he knew contained the deadly opioid, but duped users into thinking they were consuming something less powerful.It marks the fourth time since 2020 that the Santa Clara County District Attorney’s Office has sought to hold a reputed fentanyl dealer directly responsible for an overdose death, with all of the cases involving allegations that victims were deceived about the true contents of the drug they bought.The most recent case was filed June 21 and arraigned Wednesday: Jonpaul Kupka, a 32-year-old Marina resident, was charged with one count of murder and two felony counts of selling a controlled substance. He is being held without bail in the Main Jail in San Jose.His cousin, a 31-year-old Marina man, was charged alongside Kupka only on the drug counts. Authorities alleged he served...

Bay FC will select first in expansion draft as NWSL sets roster rules for new clubs

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 11:00:26 GMT

Bay FC still does not know when the 2024 National Women’s Soccer League’s expansion draft will take place.But as of Wednesday, they know they’re on the clock.The NWSL announced several roster procedural decisions on Wednesday for its two new clubs joining in 2024 — Bay FC and the Utah Royals.Bay FC will have the first choice in the 12-round expansion draft, which is expected to take place in the fall. In prior expansion drafts, this slot has allowed for the expansion clubs to facilitate trades and acquire assets even before making the selection.Before Bay FC will get to make a choice, each current NWSL team will have the opportunity to protect a set number of players. In the last expansion draft for Angel City FC and San Diego Wave FC, that number was set at nine, with a maximum of one U.S. women’s national team player. Both Angel City and San Diego started to make trades in the run-up to the draft, with the first trade coming as early as August.The 2024 NWSL Draft order was a...

Warriors announce Summer League roster, headlined by 2023 draftees

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 11:00:26 GMT

The Warriors on Wednesday released their summer league roster, headlined by 2023 draftees Brandin Podziemski and Trayce Jackson-Davis as well as two-way candidate Lester Quinones and 2022 second-round pick Gui Santos. Jacob Rubin will coach this year’s summer’s squad after Jama Mahlalela left earlier this month to take a lead assistant job with the Toronto Raptors.The Warriors are slated to play seven games this summer, two next week in Sacramento and then at least five in Las Vegas. Fans can check out these players, some who will be donning Warriors threads for the first time, next week at the California Classic on July 3 and 5. Golden State will play the Sacramento Kings, who are hosting this year’s showcase, at 7 p.m. on July 3. The Warriors’ second game will be against the Charlotte Hornets on July 5 at 3 p.m.Golden State will open the Las Vegas portion of summer league later in the week, playing the Los Angeles Lakers at 8 p.m. on July 7. The Warriors ar...