I-25 closed north of Denver after grass fire sparks

I-25 closed north of Denver after grass fire sparks

Interstate 25 was closed Wednesday afternoon north of Denver and Thornton police officers were going door-to-door to evacuate residents after a grass fire sparked near the highway, according to law enforcement. As of 12:35 p.m., I-25 was closed in both directions between U.S. 36 and 104th Avenue in Thornton for “safety concerns,” according to the …

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Dates, times, how to watch and more

Dates, times, how to watch and more

When is the 2026 NFL Scouting Combine? The combine takes place from Thursday, Feb. 26 to Sunday, March 1. Different position groups will participate on designated days. The day-by-day schedule is as follows: Thursday, Feb. 26 (3-8 p.m. ET): Defensive linemen, linebackers Friday, Feb. 27 (3-8 p.m. ET): Defensive backs, tight ends Saturday, Feb. 28 …

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School closings, delays in DC, Maryland, Virginia for Monday, February 23

School closings, delays in DC, Maryland, Virginia for Monday, February 23

Winter storm winds down in DC area as blizzard conditions intensify to the north Winter storm warnings were scaled back in parts of the Baltimore metro area as snowfall totals came in lower than expected, but steady snow continues across Washington, DC. Gusty winds up to 40 mph and reduced visibility remain concerns, with up …

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Robert De Niro and Mark Ruffalo To Attend “Drain the Swamp” Event

Robert De Niro and Mark Ruffalo To Attend "Drain the Swamp" Event

On February 24th, Robert De Niro, Mark Ruffalo, Stacey Abrams, and Jim Acosta will join speakers such as Rep. Jason Crow and NYT bestselling author Ruth Ben-Ghiat at the “Drain the Swamp” event at the National Press Club in Washington, D.C. Video: Robert De Niro Supports Defiance.org Organized by DEFIANCE.org, the Portland Frog Brigade, and …

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The 2026 Barkley Marathons Have Started—Much Earlier Than Usual

The 2026 Barkley Marathons Have Started—Much Earlier Than Usual

On a chilly morning in the rural mountains of Tennessee, a conch shell was blown and a cigarette was lit, signaling the start of the 2026 Barkley Marathons. The famously secretive—and extremely difficult—race is a fan favorite every year. The Valentine’s Day start is the earliest start date in the race’s history, which dates back …

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Vermont skier takes home gold medal

Vermont skier takes home gold medal

BURLINGTON, Vt. (WCAX) – Olympic glory came to our region on this day in 1972. Barbara Ann Cochran conquered the tricky slalom course in Sapporo, Japan, to win the gold medal. The 18-year-old’s victory came by the smallest margin in history and also ended a 20-year medal drought for Americans in the event. Another Vermonter …

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Wizards Mascot Retains Sofia Jamora’s Attorney After Jaxson Hayes Shove

Wizards Mascot Retains Sofia Jamora's Attorney After Jaxson Hayes Shove

Nearly two weeks after Lakers forward Jaxson Hayes shoved Washington Wizards mascot G-Wiz during pregame introductions … TMZ Sports has learned that the person behind the mask has lawyered up — and has selected the attorney that represented Sofia Jamora in her domestic violence lawsuit against Hayes. Waukeen McCoy told us that he is now …

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Wootton High School on lockdown after 1 person shot: police

Wootton High School on lockdown after 1 person shot: police

MONTGOMERY COUNTY, Md. – Thomas S. Wootton High School is on lockdown Monday afternoon after one person was shot, police have confirmed.  What we know: MCPD was dispatched to the school at 2:15 p.m. on Monday after reports of shots fired inside the school. At this time, MCPD has confirmed one person was shot. Officers …

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