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FRISCO, Texas — Newly acquired Dallas Stars forward Mikko Rantanen say he’s pleased with where he landed while denying his former coach’s claim that he gave Carolina a list of teams he preferred in a trade, and the Hurricanes weren’t on it.Rantanen addressed reporters after his first practice with the Stars on Wednesday. He played two games in Canada on a four-game road trip interrupted at the halfway point by a four-day break.The star forward had a goal and an assist in a 5-4 loss to Edmonton on Saturday, then scored again on an empty-netter in a 4-1 victory in Vancouver the next night.The…

A Denver judge issued an arrest warrant Monday for a CBZ Management landlord who failed to appear in court for a hearing about a neglected Uptown apartment complex, according to court records.The management company, which is controlled by New York-based Shmaryahu Baumgarten and Colorado-based Zev Baumgarten, at one point owned seven metro area properties — including three in Denver and four in Aurora — but has since closed three of the buildings for persistent code violations.Aurora Mayor Mike Coffman and Aurora City Councilwoman Alison Coombs have previously called out the pair of “slumlord” property owners for poor conditions in their…

By MICHAEL PHILLIS, ALEXA ST. JOHN and JACK BROOK, Associated PressEnvironmental Protection Agency Administrator Lee Zeldin on Wednesday announced nearly three dozen deregulatory moves that he said would spur the U.S. economy by rolling back rules that have unfairly burdened industry. Many of the moves would affect landmark regulations aimed at protecting clean air and water.Here’s a look at some of the 31 regulatory changes Zeldin announced:Reconsider power plant emissions standardsThe Biden administration set limits on planet-warming emissions from existing gas and coal-fired power plants – a major step in the administration’s effort to reduce greenhouse gases from the heavily…

While the Western Conference All-Stars gallivanted and goofed around during an open “practice” that was conceived more as a zoo exhibit for fans, Nikola Jokic drifted to the scorer’s table at Oakland Arena. The reigning NBA Coach of the Year was leaning against it, passing the time. The reigning MVP wanted to join him.Jokic and Thunder coach Mark Daigneault spent a sizable portion of the practice window in conversation, “talking ball, just chopping it up,” Daigneault said afterward. Jokic later described spending time with Oklahoma City’s coaching staff as “maybe my highlight of the All-Star (weekend).”The scorer’s table ended up being…

By ANNIE MAWASHINGTON (AP) — The U.S. Agriculture Department is ending two pandemic-era programs that provided more than $1 billion for schools and food banks to purchase food from local farmers and producers.About $660 million of that went to schools and childcare centers to buy food for meals through the Local Foods for Schools program. A separate program provided money to food banks.In Maine, the money allowed the coastal RSU 23 school district to buy food directly from fisherman, dairy producers and farmers for school meals, said Caroline Trinder, the district’s food and nutrition services director.“I think everyone can say…

Reds 8, Rockies 5 Tuesday at Goodyear Ballpark On the mound: Kyle Freeland had a decent outing as he continued his strong spring. The veteran southpaw had a 1.80 ERA in five innings coming in, and followed that up with 4 2/3 innings of two-run ball, with eight strikeouts and no walks. His spring ERA now stands at 2.79. Tyler Kinley also put up a scoreless frame as he’s yet to allow a hit or run through four Cactus League games. Victor Vodnik pitched a scoreless seventh, working around a hit and a walk. But the game came unglued in…

It was the third game in four nights for the Colorado Avalanche, and the club did just enough to collect what could be a pivotal point.Beyond that? This was a forgettable evening in the Twin Cities.Joel Kiviranta scored to force overtime and Mackenzie Blackwood made 22 saves for the Avalanche in a 2-1 shootout loss to the Minnesota Wild at Xcel Energy Center.Even with the loss, the Avs are still three points in front of Minnesota in the Central Division, though the Wild have a game in hand. If the shorthanded Wild can keep pace with the loaded up Avs,…

Which cordless vacuum is best? If the prospect of unfurling your vacuum cleaner’s power cord, switching between outlets as you move around the house, then coiling the cord back up again makes you not want to clean, a cordless vacuum is the right choice for you. Streamlining the vacuuming process, they’re perfect for anyone who’s reluctant about chores. The Samsung Jet 90 Cordless Vacuum is a great choice with plenty of suction power. This article was reviewed and approved by Ketia Daniel, the BestReviews Cleaning Expert. What to know before you buy a cordless vacuum Battery life Battery life is a…

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Dear Eric: Over the years my husband and I have given our son and daughter-in-law many gifts such as kitchen appliances, furniture, a car and other expensive items. These gifts have always been presented to both of them.Our daughter-in-law has never acknowledged this. We don’t understand why. Our daughter-in-law has a very strong personality. She is dominant in the marriage. Although we all live in the same town, holidays are spent with her family and the grandchildren spend the majority of their free time with her family. We have addressed this with our son, but his reply is, “ Do…