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A Disney World employee was hit and injured by a large prop boulder during a stunt show, with footage of the incident going viral on TikTok. The accident occurred during the Indiana Jones Epic Stunt Spectacular, raising concerns amid recent safety issues at the park.
Boulder police issued a public alert about Ray Andrew Walters, a registered sex offender with a history of sexual assault and other crimes, who is known to stay near Highway 36 and Baseline Road. Walters, convicted of attempted sexual assault on a child and failing to register as a sex offender, has no fixed address and has been released without supervision, raising community safety concerns.
Firefighters have contained a wildfire in Fourmile Canyon west of Boulder, prompting evacuations for about 662 residents; authorities are monitoring wind conditions and plan to reassess evacuation orders as they work to prevent further spread of the fire.
A power outage caused by preemptive shutdowns in Boulder temporarily affected the NIST F-4 atomic clock, resulting in a minimal 4 microsecond drift in time measurement, but the system's redundancies ensure no significant impact on global timekeeping or critical industries.
The City of Boulder is closing all Open Space and Mountain Parks properties on December 19 from 5 a.m. to 10 p.m. due to an extreme fire danger forecast with high winds and fire risks, as a safety precaution. Residents are advised to stay off roads, prepare evacuation plans, and follow safety tips amid ongoing power outages and dangerous weather conditions.
The Trump administration announced plans to dismantle the National Center for Atmospheric Research (NCAR) in Boulder, Colorado, citing a review and claims of climate alarmism, which has faced strong opposition from scientists, lawmakers, and local officials who warn it could undermine vital weather and climate research crucial for public safety and understanding Earth's systems.
Boulder’s Elevate program provided $500 monthly to 200 low-income households for nearly two years, improving their ability to meet basic needs, pursue education, and enhance health, with some still facing high costs like childcare. The program, funded by $3 million from the American Rescue Plan, is ending but has left a lasting positive impact, and organizers hope to revive it in 2027.
An 82-year-old woman injured in a Molotov cocktail attack during a demonstration in Boulder has died from her injuries. The suspect, Mohamed Sabry Soliman, has been indicted on hate crime charges and is accused of attempting to kill participants at the protest, where he threw Molotov cocktails while shouting 'Free Palestine.'
An 82-year-old woman died from injuries sustained in a Molotov cocktail attack in Boulder, Colorado, where Mohamed Soliman faces multiple charges including first-degree murder after allegedly throwing Molotov cocktails at protesters advocating for the release of Israeli hostages, with motives linked to anti-Zionist sentiments.
An 82-year-old woman, Karen Diamond, died from injuries sustained in a Molotov cocktail attack during a peaceful demonstration in Boulder supporting Israeli hostages, carried out by Mohamed Soliman who faces multiple charges including first-degree murder and hate crimes.
France’s Oriane Bertone won the IFSC Boulder World Cup in Prague after the final was canceled due to weather, securing her second career gold. Teammate Agathe Calliet took silver, and Japan’s Sekikawa Melody earned bronze, with British and Spanish athletes achieving personal bests despite not competing in the final. The series continues in Bern, Switzerland.
The city of Boulder, Colorado, known for its liberal and countercultural roots, has experienced increased tensions and disruptions over the Gaza war, culminating in a Molotov cocktail attack on pro-Israel demonstrators, which injured 12 people. The incident reflects a shift in local dynamics, with rising community divisions, concerns over safety, and the impact of international conflicts on local politics and social cohesion.
A man in Boulder, Colorado, accused of throwing Molotov cocktails at pro-Israel demonstrators, has been charged with a federal hate crime and attempted murder, with 12 injured victims. The suspect, Mohamed Soliman, reportedly shouted 'Free Palestine!' during the attack and expressed intentions to kill Zionists, with plans that he had been developing for a year. The incident is being investigated as terrorism, and Soliman faces significant federal and state charges, including life imprisonment if convicted.
Multiple people were injured and several blocks of downtown Boulder were evacuated following an attack near Pearl Street Mall, with authorities urging the public to avoid the area as the situation develops.
Police responded to an attack at Boulder's Pearl Street Mall, resulting in multiple injuries, with authorities evacuating parts of the area and investigating the incident. Further details are pending.