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By MIKE STOBBE, Associated Press NEW YORK (AP) — The decline in U. S. drug overdose deaths appears to have continued this year, giving experts hope the nation is seeing sustained improvement in the persistent epidemic. There were about 97,000 overdose deaths in the 12-month period that ended June 30, according to provisional Centers for Disease Control and Prevention data released Wednesday.

A Margate man accused of drafting a “hit list” that included the name of South Florida Congressman Jared Moskowitz was also eyeing multiple local Jewish targets, prosecutors say. John Kevin Lapinski Jr., 41, appeared in federal court in Fort Lauderdale for the first time Wednesday. He stood handcuffed before Magistrate Judge Patrick Hunt and heard the charges he faces: possession of a firearm by a convicted felon, violating a domestic violence injunction by possessing a firearm and unlawfully possessing a firearm that is not registered with the federal government. Lapinski appeared calm, sitting with his fingers crossed in front of him.

Nationally ranked Chaminade-Madonna and St. Thomas Aquinas begin their quests to repeat as state champions as the Florida High School Athletic FHSAA state football playoffs kick off this week. St. Thomas Aquinas (ranked No. 33 in the nation by MaxPreps) is looking to build on its current state-record five consecutive titles, and (No.

As snow blankets the Colorado mountains, outdoor enthusiasts have a unique opportunity: the winter hut trip. Whether you’re a skier or a snowshoer, a hut trip offers an excellent opportunity to connect with nature while exploring the rugged beauty of the state’s wilderness and enjoying the warmth and camaraderie of a cozy mountain hut. From the towering peaks of the San Juan Mountains to the snow-covered trails in Summit County, Colorado’s winter hut trips provide an unforgettable experience for adventurers of all levels. Huts fill up fast, so check each property’s for pricing and availability. Opus Hutu Located between Telluride and Silverton near the top of Ophir Pass in the San Juan Mountains, the Opus Hut was built for backcountry skiers, mountaineers, hikers and mountain bikers. At 11,700 feet, the hut sits at treeline with low-angle glades below and open slopes above.

How does one measure the quality of a restaurant? Is age a factor? What about the style of its cuisine or the number of awards it has won? Does it capture the moment, or is it timeless? And what makes it essential to the people who live nearby? For this list of Denver’s 30 required restaurants, we considered all of those variables and more.