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Missing Mission Peak pole recovered

Published Wed, 12 Feb 2025 18:18:26 GMT

(KRON) -- The top section of a popular pole atop Mission Peak in the East Bay that was sawed off and taken has been recovered, the East Bay Regional Parks District confirmed Monday evening. Part of the pole had been sawed off in what the parks service called an act of vandalism. The pole, which is a well-known spot for people to take pictures at, was cut off. Photos provided by KRON4 viewer Joyce Lee show the pole on Saturday around 6:30 p.m.Photo: Joyce LeePhoto: Joyce LeePhoto: Joyce LeeThe sawed-off portion of the pole was later recovered by park staff.Earlier, East Bay Regional Parks District issued the following statement to KRON4:"We are saddened to learn about this incident in our park. Any vandalism from destruction to graffiti affects what should be a positive, happy experience for community members to enjoy open space and the many trails in our regional parks."

Dubón and Altuve go back-to-back twice, Astros hit 5 homers in 13-6 win over Rangers

Published Wed, 12 Feb 2025 18:18:26 GMT

ARLINGTON, Texas (AP) — Mauricio Dubón and Jose Altuve twice hit back-to-back home runs, rookie catcher Yainer Diaz had a three-run shot to cap Houston’s big seventh inning, and the Astros beat the struggling Texas Rangers 13-6 on Monday.In the opener of a pivotal series between AL West contenders, Houston pulled within a percentage point of first-place Seattle. Texas is in third but only a game behind.The Astros went ahead to stay with a six-run seventh, which began with them loading the bases on a walk and two singles off reliever Josh Sborz (5-7). José Abreu walked to force in the run that made it 6-5. All-Star shortstop Corey Seager, who homered twice for Texas, then misplayed a grounder for an error that allowed two more runs to score before Diaz hit his 21st homer of the season. There were nine home runs in all, a single-game record at Globe Life Field, which opened in 2020. Josh Smith homered in the Texas ninth off Ryne Stanek, who later in the inning injured his right ...

Shohei Ohtani’s agent says the star plans to continue as a pitcher and hitter after his elbow heals

Published Wed, 12 Feb 2025 18:18:26 GMT

ANAHEIM, Calif. (AP) — Shohei Ohtani’s agent says the Los Angeles Angels’ two-way superstar is determined to continue his career as both a pitcher and a hitter after he recovers from his latest elbow injury.Nez Balelo said Monday that he thinks it’s “inevitable” that Ohtani will need some sort of procedure to heal the ligament tear in his pitching elbow, but they’re still gathering opinions on whether that procedure should be Tommy John surgery or a nonsurgical remedy. Balelo says the tear is in a different part of the ligament than the spot that was surgically repaired in late 2018 and is still strong.Balelo said Ohtani will continue playing as the Angels’ designated hitter for the foreseeable future this season. Balelo said Ohtani also intends “to be in somebody’s lineup next year DHing when the bell rings.”Ohtani will be a free agent this winter heading toward a major payday even with his injury. Balelo repeatedly mentioned Ohtani is in “great ...

¿Quién era Lefty SM, el rapero asesinado en Guadalajara?

Published Wed, 12 Feb 2025 18:18:26 GMT

(CNN Español) — En pleno ascenso de su carrera musical, la muerte sorprendió este domingo a Juan Carlos Sauceda, de 31 años, conocido como “Lefty SM”.Según las autoridades de Jalisco, murió en un hospital tras ser atacado en su casa de Zapopan ―en el área metropolitana de Guadalajara—.Apenas el 25 de agosto relanzaba con éxito en YouTube el sencillo “Por mi México”, en el que invitó a colaborar a Santa Fe Klan, Dharius, C-Kan, MC Davo y Neto Peña; algunos de los músicos de rap y hip hop actualmente más reconocidos en el país.El sencillo sumaba este lunes más de nueve millones de reproducciones en YouTube. Apenas dos días después de su lanzamiento, el artista destacaba en su cuenta de Instagram que ya contaba con un millón de reproducciones y que era número uno en tendencias en esa red social.Matan al rapero mexicano Lefty SM en una casa cerca de GuadalajaraEn la letra de “Por mi México”, Lefty SM refleja, igual que en varias de sus composici...

I-70 reopened after multi-vehicle crash

Published Wed, 12 Feb 2025 18:18:26 GMT

DENVER (KDVR) -- Eastbound Interstate 70 was closed near Eisenhower Tunnel Monday due to a crash involving multiple vehicles, according to the Colorado Department of Transportation.CDOT said the road was closed for safety concerns between Exit 205 and Exit 216. Crews contain wildfire in Jefferson County According to the Colorado State Patrol out of Golden, the closure was due to a multi-vehicle crash at mile marker 216.CSP said there was a serious bodily injury in the crash and at least two people were taken to the hospital, but did not specify further details. CSP said some traffic was getting through on U.S. Route 6.The crash scene extended down the hill from I-70 where a fifth-wheel trailer rolled.I-70 was re-opened around 7:34 p.m., according to CSP.

Family seeking answers after motorcyclist hit in alleged hit-and-run

Published Wed, 12 Feb 2025 18:18:26 GMT

DENVER (KDVR) -- A family from Thornton is asking for help finding the driver they believe struck their loved one on a motorcycle in a hit-and-run crash on Saturday. His family said Angel Soto, 56, was seriously hurt but is expected to survive. They said he was making a turn near Federal Boulevard and Howard Place when the crash happened.  Man killed in Lakewood motorcycle crash had turned life around, family says Family members told FOX31 that bystanders told them a vehicle driver hit Soto and did not stop. "It makes me angry. I’m mad for somebody to be careless and not care and not to stop to see if he was OK and even call 911. Other bystanders had to do it. That’s what makes me so angry," Soto's daughter Andrea Garcia said. The family said Soto doesn't remember anything about the crash, other than he remembers going through a green light. The next thing he knew was in the hospital. "It’s the worst feeling in the world. It’s the scariest thing ever to have to deal with especiall...

First lady Jill Biden tests positive for COVID-19, but President Biden's results negative so far

Published Wed, 12 Feb 2025 18:18:26 GMT

WASHINGTON (AP) — First lady Jill Biden tested positive for COVID-19 Monday but is experiencing only mild symptoms, her spokeswoman said.President Joe Biden was tested for the virus following his wife's positive test, but his results were negative. White House press secretary Karine Jean-Pierre said the president would continue testing regularly and would be monitored for symptoms.Jill Biden will remain at the couple's home in Rehoboth Beach, Delaware, for the time being, communications director Elizabeth Alexander said. The first lady had planned to start the new school year Tuesday at Northern Virginia Community College, where she teaches English and writing.Due to her condition, she was working with school officials to arrange substitute teachers for her classes, Alexander said.The first lady had traveled with her husband to Florida on Saturday to inspect the damage from Hurricane Idalia. President Biden then spent part of the Labor Day weekend at the Delaware beach house before ...

First lady Jill Biden tests positive for COVID-19, but President Biden’s results negative so far

Published Wed, 12 Feb 2025 18:18:26 GMT

WASHINGTON (AP) — First lady Jill Biden tested positive for COVID-19 Monday but is experiencing only mild symptoms, her spokeswoman said.President Joe Biden was tested for the virus following his wife’s positive test, but his results were negative. White House press secretary Karine Jean-Pierre said the president would continue testing regularly and would be monitored for symptoms.Jill Biden will remain at the couple’s home in Rehoboth Beach, Delaware, for the time being, communications director Elizabeth Alexander said. The first lady had planned to start the new school year Tuesday at Northern Virginia Community College, where she teaches English and writing.Due to her condition, she was working with school officials to arrange substitute teachers for her classes, Alexander said.The first lady had traveled with her husband to Florida on Saturday to inspect the damage from Hurricane Idalia. President Biden then spent part of the Labor Day weekend at the Delaware beach h...

Dozens displaced after fire damages multiple buildings in Dorchester

Published Wed, 12 Feb 2025 18:18:26 GMT

More than thirty-five people were displaced Monday after a fire broke out in Dorchester, drawing a large emergency response and ultimately impacting five buildings. The Boston Fire Department said crews were first called to 37 Holiday St. where flames burned through the back of a house and extended to a building next door on Monday afternoon.On the department’s Twitter account, officials said several rear porches in the back of the home at 37 Holiday Street collapsed as a result of the fire.Authorities also shared photos from the scene, including an image of crews spraying down the back of the house, which appeared to be burnt out with remnants of the porches and back wall visible.At least 15 ladder trucks were spotted on scene at one point during the emergency response.In an update just before 4:15 p.m., the Boston Fire Department said the fire was knocked down.Later speaking with reporters, fire officials said two buildings were considered total losses as a result of th...

Person hit and killed by train in Bourne

Published Wed, 12 Feb 2025 18:18:26 GMT

An investigation got underway in Bourne Monday after a person was hit and killed by a train, police said. Bourne police in a statement said the collision happened in the area of Aptucxet Trading Post and Perry Avenue. Police said officers were investigating the incident as of around 7:45 p.m. and asked community members to avoid the area.Video from the scene showed numerous emergency vehicles and a train stopped in the area.No further information was immediately available.