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Dear Eric: My husband passed away 12 days ago after an extended illness. I have two step-kids. Two days after my husband died, one of the kids started asking for some of my husband’s belongings then unveiled his plan to “help me build a house” on some vacant land I own to “fulfill my husband’s dream.” I was taken aback. I told him I was spent from taking care of my husband and am not making any decisions. I’ve repeatedly told him since then that I’m not making any decisions for at least a year. He bad mouths my deceased…

PHILADELPHIA — Cleveland rookie quarterback Shedeur Sanders sustained an oblique injury during drills ahead of practice Wednesday and is considered unlikely to play in the Browns’ preseason game against the Eagles. Sanders did not play the remainder of the practice session after he was hurt and was ruled out of Thursday’s practice. Sanders and the Browns were in Philadelphia for a pair of joint practices ahead of Saturday’s preseason game. The Browns said Sanders is day to day. Sanders completed 14 of 23 passes for 138 yards with two first-half touchdown passes to Kaden Davis in his NFL preseason debut…

Jose Reyes is finally making good on his dream. Next month, the local wedding venue owner will open JP Restaurant and Lounge in the former Sarto’s space in Jefferson Park. “About 10 years ago … I thought opening a restaurant would be a great idea,” the former McDonald’s manager said. Reyes, not to be confused with the short-lived Rockies shortstop, said he ran several locations of the fast-food chain and flipped “a bunch” from in the red to profitability. “But just a restaurant sometimes is tough,” he continued, noting that the timing wasn’t right then. “So what could be something…

Moon Alert: Avoid shopping (except food and gas) or important decisions until 10 a.m. EDT today (7 a.m. PDT). After that, the Moon moves from ARIES into TAURUS. Happy Birthday for Thursday, Aug. 14, 2025: You share your opinions and ideas because you’re outgoing, strong-willed and motivated. This is a year of creating solid foundations in your life, both internally and externally. It’s also time to take charge of your health. Physical exercise is important. Explore martial arts or yoga. Stay grounded and levelheaded. ARIES (March 21-April 19) ★★★Avoid disputes with friends, groups and your kids about financial matters, like…

By CALEIGH WELLS It turns out many Americans aren’t great at identifying which personal decisions contribute most to climate change. A study recently published by the National Academy of Sciences found that when asked to rank actions, such as swapping a car that uses gasoline for an electric one, carpooling or reducing food waste, participants weren’t very accurate when assessing how much those actions contributed to climate change, which is caused mostly by the release of greenhouse gases that happen when fuels like gasoline, oil and coal are burned. “People over-assign impact to actually pretty low-impact actions such as recycling,…

Rabbits with tentacles in northern Colorado. There’s not really a better way to sum up recent photos and headlines about cottontail rabbits spotted around Fort Collins with long, dangling growths on their faces. But as concerning as they appear, the virus that causes the dark, wart-like growths is relatively common and usually not anything to worry about, Colorado Parks and Wildlife officials said Wednesday. The growths are caused by rabbit or shope papilloma virus, which is spread between cottontail rabbits through direct contact or biting insects such as fleas and ticks, Parks and Wildlife spokesperson Kara Van Hoose said. Shope…

Broncos Ring of Fame wide receiver Lionel Taylor, the franchise’s first star after its inception in 1960, has died at 89 years old, the team announced Wednesday. A cause of death was not disclosed. Taylor, who finished his career in 1966 as Denver’s then-leader in catches (543), receiving yards (6,872) and touchdown receptions (44), has long been a key piece of the foundation of the city’s sports identity. He came to the Broncos from the Chicago Bears in 1960, as the franchise began play in the AFL. In establishing himself as a four-time first-team All-Pro in seven seasons, he became…

By MARK THIESSEN and GENE JOHNSON ANCHORAGE, Alaska (AP) — When U.S. President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin meet in Alaska on Friday, it will be the latest chapter in the 49th state’s long history with Russia — and with international tensions. Siberian fur traders arrived from across the Bering Sea in the first part of the 18th century, and the imprint of Russian settlement in Alaska remains. The oldest building in Anchorage is a Russian Orthodox church, and many Alaska Natives have Russian surnames. FILE – New Archangel Russian Dancers perform as part of the Alaska Day…

By ADITHI RAMAKRISHNAN NEW YORK (AP) — After a summer of vacations and late nights, it’s time to set those back-to-school alarms. A good night’s sleep helps students stay focused and attentive in class. Experts say it’s worth easing kids back into a routine with the start of a new school year. “We don’t say ‘ get good sleep ’ just because,” said pediatrician Dr. Gabrina Dixon with Children’s National Hospital. “It really helps kids learn and it helps them function throughout the day.” The amount of sleep kids need changes as they age. Preschoolers should get up to 13…

By MARK KENNEDY NEW YORK (AP) — Charlie Brown and Snoopy go to sleepaway camp in a new, bittersweet Apple TV+ special fueled by a pair of Emmy Award-nominated songwriters that’s being billed as the first “Peanuts” musical in 35 years. “My motivation has always been to preserve and enhance my dad’s legacy,” says co-writer Craig Schulz, a son of the iconic comic strip “Peanuts” creator Charles. S. Schulz. “So it’s really an honor to get to play with these kids.” “Snoopy Presents: A Summer Musical,” which premieres Friday, features five songs — two by Jeff Morrow, Alan Zachary and…