A United Airlines flight from Boston to San Francisco was diverted to Denver on Tuesday due to a potential mechanical issue, according to the airline. The incident occurred on a Boeing 737 MAX 9, a model that has faced scrutiny in recent years due to safety concerns. The aircraft landed safely in Denver, and the passengers were transferred to a different plane to continue their journey. The Federal Aviation Administration is investigating the matter.
The Colorado Rockies look to secure their first series win of the season and win consecutive games for the first time in 2024 as they face the San Diego Padres in the third game of their four-game series in Denver on Wednesday night. Despite early season struggles, the Rockies have high hopes for the future, centered around 22-year-old shortstop Ezequiel Tovar. Tovar has signed a seven-year contract extension and is showing signs of improvement, batting .312 this season. The Padres will send right-hander Matt Waldron to the mound, while the Rockies have yet to announce their starter. The Padres, despite missing Manny Machado due to paternity leave, have been hitting well in the series so far. However, the Rockies’ bullpen has been impressive, shutting down the Padres after the fourth inning in Tuesday’s game.
Rachael Hammack, 27, was driving home from work when her truck veered off the road and rolled over, leaving her trapped and hidden from view for several hours. Steve Abraham, a golf course superintendent, discovered her and freed her from the wreckage with the help of his co-workers. Hammack was taken to the hospital and is expected to recover.
