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Petaluma fatal crash caused by driving at 'unsafe speed,' according to CHP

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 11:50:34 GMT

(KRON) – One person died as a result of a fatal crash on Bodega Avenue in Petaluma, according to police.The Santa Rosa California Highway Patrol officers and the Petaluma Fire Department responded to a crash on Bodega Avenue near King Road at approximately 3:00 p.m. on Oct. 17.  Alleged copper thieves arrested in Milpitas According to police, a male driver of a Nissan Versa was pronounced deceased at the scene at the officer’s arrival. The driver was the only person in the car. Police investigation indicates the Nissan was traveling eastbound on Bodega Avenue, west of King Road, at an unsafe speed. According to the police investigation, the driver lost control of the Nissan, which veered off the right side of the roadway and then collided with a tree. The Nissan overturned and continued down an embankment before landing on its roof, police said.Anyone with information regarding this crash is asked to contact the Santa Rosa CHP Office at (707)-588-1400.

Newsom traveling to Israel ahead of trip to China

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 11:50:34 GMT

California Governor Gavin Newsom will visit Israel just ahead of a trip to China that had already been planned for some time. "I’m on my way to Israel. I’ll be meeting with those impacted by the horrific terrorist attacks and offering California’s support," the governor posted on social media Thursday morning. IRS postpones tax filing deadline one month for California storm victims Newsom is making the trip as Israel nears two weeks of war against Gaza-based Hamas, which overran the Israeli border on Oct. 7 in a surprise attack, killing hundreds and taking dozens of hostages. The governor's press secretary said, “The Governor adjusted his planned international trip and will briefly visit Israel ahead of going to China. While in Israel, the Governor will meet with those impacted by the violence.”Newsom's office also said that California will send medical supplies and other aid to the region, including to Gaza. ‘Partnership is everything’: Jennifer Siebel Newsom says the words ‘F...

San Jose greenlights hotel conversion for student housing

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 11:50:34 GMT

(BCN) -- San Jose leaders have reluctantly agreed to a plan to convert hundreds of hotel rooms into student housing amid concerns it will harm tourism.The San Jose City Council unanimously approved a deal yesterday between San Jose State University and the owner of the former Fairmont Hotel, rebranded as Signia by Hilton last year, to sell off the south tower -- about a third of the hotel's 705 guest rooms for student housing. The Great California ShakeOut earthquake drill set for today City officials say the deal is a double-edged sword: with hotel occupancy rates down, the move can potentially save the hotel from bankruptcy and bring students to support surrounding businesses. But fewer rooms may limit the city's hotel tax revenue from hosting conventions.Charlie Faas, vice president of administration and finance at San Jose State, said the only two events capable of filling up the "struggling hotel" are the World Cup and Super Bowl, both scheduled to come to San Jose in the com...

Bad Bunny 'Most Wanted' Tour coming to Chase Center in March

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 11:50:34 GMT

SAN FRANCISCO (KRON) -- Bad Bunny has announced a new tour for 2024 that will see the global recording artist play multiple nights at San Francisco's Chase Center. The 47-show tour will see Bad Bunny play in 31 cities across North American.In addition to San Francisco, Bad Bunny will play in Las Vegas, Phoenix, Austin, Atlanta, Orlando and other cities before wrapping up with three nights in Miami, according to a news release from Chase Center. Registration for the tour, which is being promoted by Live Nation, opens Thursday and will remain open until Sunday, Oct. 22. Silicon Valley tech executive sentenced to prison for COVID testing fraud The "Most Wanted Tour," will be a "rollercoaster of explicit lyrics that hones in on the star's trap roots, so parental discretion is advised," according to the news release. Bad Bunny, a three-time Grammy Award winner, took a break from touring in 2023.The upcoming tour promises to bring fans "an unparalleled spectacle," providing attendees "a...

Prince William Co. supervisors to reconsider rejected home gun business in Potomac Shores

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 11:50:34 GMT

This article was written by WTOP’s news partner, InsideNoVa.com, and republished with permission. Sign up for InsideNoVa.com’s free email subscription today.The Prince William Board of County Supervisors will reconsider an application for a home gun business in Potomac Shores, which was rejected in September, after the applicant pushed for another hearing.The board in closed session on Oct. 10 discussed the application that failed Sept. 26. The disapproval came despite a nearly identical home gun store proposal near Manassas being approved during the same meeting.The board will reconsider the Potomac Shores application on Dec. 5 at 7 p.m. The business, proposed to be located at the Cockspur Lane home of Robert and Michelle Dawson, asked to be permitted to sell guns online and provide in-person background checks, with walk-in customers by appointment only.The application was rejected when Occoquan Supervisor Kenny Boddye, who backed the Manassas store, opposed Dawson̵...

GOP’s Jordan backs a temporary House speaker plan and calls off 3rd vote for now, lawmakers say

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 11:50:34 GMT

Rep. Jim Jordan, R-Ohio, chairman of the House Judiciary Committee, talks with members as the House convenes for a second day of balloting to elect a speaker, at the Capitol in Washington, Wednesday, Oct. 18, 2023. Former Speaker Rep. Kevin McCarthy, R-Calif., looks on at right. (AP Photo/J. Scott Applewhite)(AP/J. Scott Applewhite) Rep. Jim Jordan, R-Ohio, chairman of the House Judiciary Committee, talks with members as the House convenes for a second day of balloting to elect a speaker, at the Capitol in Washington, Wednesday, Oct. 18, 2023. Former Speaker Rep. Kevin McCarthy, R-Calif., looks on at right. (AP Photo/J. Scott Applewhite)(AP/J. Scott Applewhite) WASHINGTON (AP) — Refusing to drop out, Republican Re...

Scarlet Knights hoping to add to historic start when they visit the struggling Hoosiers

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 11:50:34 GMT

BLOOMINGTON, Indiana (AP) — Rutgers (5-2, 2-2 Big Ten) at Indiana (2-4, 0-3), Noon ET (Big Ten Network)Line: Rutgers by 5 1/2, according to FanDuel Sportsbook.Series record: Indiana leads 5-4.WHAT’S AT STAKE?Rutgers can add to its already remarkable start. The Scarlet Knights are trying to go 6-2 for the first time since 2012, and a win at Indiana wouldn’t just even the series. It would also give Rutgers three Big Ten wins, tying the program record. Indiana’s desperate mission: Win to get the program on track. Three of the Hoosiers four losses came against teams ranked in last week’s top 15 while the fourth was against then-undefeated Maryland. This may be Indiana’s best chance over the last four weeks.KEY MATCHUPRutgers RB Kyle Monangai vs. Hoosiers run defense. Monangai has had quite a fifth season — three 100-yard games, the winning score last week against Michigan State and a conference-best 635 yards through seven games. Keeping him under control will be...

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Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 11:50:34 GMT

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NCAA investigating allegations of sign-stealing by No. 2 Michigan. The school says it is cooperating

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 11:50:34 GMT

No. 2 Michigan said Thursday it has been notified by the NCAA that the football program is being investigated for allegedly stealing signs.“The university is fully cooperating with the Big Ten and NCAA. The investigation is ongoing and will not impact Saturday’s game,” the university said in a statement. “At the University of Michigan, we are committed to the highest ethical and integrity standards for all members of our community.”The Wolverines (7-0) play at Michigan State on Saturday.The Big Ten also announced the investigation, but provided no further details, only to say that it had notified Michigan’s upcoming opponents about the investigation.“The Big Ten Conference considers the integrity of competition to be of utmost importance and will continue to monitor the investigation,” the Big Ten said in a statement.The NCAA does not have rules specifically against stealing signs but does prohibit in-person advanced scouting of opponents and also does have bylaws ...

Northwestern visits Nebraska for a meeting of teams looking to continue their improvement

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 11:50:34 GMT

LINCOLN, Nebraska (AP) — Northwestern (3-3, 1-2 Big Ten) at Nebraska (3-3, 1-2), Saturday, 3:30 p.m. ET (Big Ten Network)Line: Nebraska by 12 1/2, according to FanDuel Sportsbook.Series record: Nebraska leads 9-7.WHAT’S AT STAKE?Northwestern has proved to be plucky under interim coach David Braun. Nebraska has won three of its last four games. The winner of this game will sit no lower than third place in the wide-open Big Ten West. For the Wildcats, a fourth victory would be their most wins in a season since 2020. For the Cornhuskers, a fourth victory would be one more than they had last season.KEY MATCHUPNebraska run offense vs. Northwestern run defense. The Huskers are averaging a Big Ten-best 5.01 yards per carry while leaning hard on the ground game to compensate for their limited passing game. The Wildcats are last in the conference against the run and gave up 177 yards to Eden James of FCS Howard in their last game.PLAYERS TO WATCHNorthwestern: Veteran WRs Bryce Kirtz and Cam ...