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Letters: Unasked questions | Deputize ex-officers | Climate bills | Republicans fiddle | Vegas plan | Trouble with truth

Published Sun, 16 Feb 2025 16:00:58 GMT

Submit your letter to the editor via this form. Read more Letters to the Editor.DA meeting leavesquestions unaskedRe: “People question leaders over muggings and carjackings” (Page B1, July 29).We attended the community meeting on July 27 hosting DA Pamela Price at the Montclair Presbyterian Church. The line of people attempting to enter snaked around the block and many people were unable to enter the facility.We were asked to submit questions to Price in advance and I did so. However, the meeting devolved into a shouting match with aggrieved citizens airing their issues with violent crime in Oakland. I left in frustration after more than 1 1/2 hours with the moderator asking no questions, properly submitted, of Price challenging her on her performance in office: for instance, her refusal to transfer juvenile killers to adult court and her refusal to charge legislatively mandated enhancements.When I left in frustration no one had challenged her on her office’s soft ...

Severe flooding follows days of record rainfall in Beijing

Published Sun, 16 Feb 2025 16:00:58 GMT

By Andy Wong and Huizhong Wu | Associated PressZHUOZHOU, Hebei — China’s capital has recorded its heaviest rainfall in at least 140 years over the past few days as remnants of Typhoon Doksuri deluged the region, turning streets into canals where emergency crews used rubber boats to rescue stranded residents.The city recorded 744.8 millimeters (29.3 inches) of rain between Saturday and Wednesday morning, the Beijing Meteorological Bureau said Wednesday.Beijing and the surrounding province of Hebei were hit by severe flooding because of the record rainfall, with waters rising to dangerous levels. The rain destroyed roads and knocked out power and even pipes carrying drinking water. It flooded rivers surrounding the capital, leaving cars waterlogged, while lifting others onto bridges meant for pedestrians.The number of confirmed deaths from the torrential rains around Beijing rose to 21 on Wednesday after the body of a rescuer was recovered. Wang Hong-chun, 41, was with other res...

49ers officially hire Frank Gore, make personnel department changes

Published Sun, 16 Feb 2025 16:00:58 GMT

SANTA CLARA — The 49ers made official Wednesday the hire of former running back and franchise all-time leading rusher Frank Gore as a special assistant to general manager John Lynch, one of eight changes made to the personnel department.Aside from Gore’s addition, which was previously reported by ESPN, here are the other seven personnel department moves:Jeff Diamond, senior manager, salary cap: Diamond is in his eighth season with the 49ers and was promoted from manager to senior manager. His role should increase with executive Paraag Marathe’s increased involvement with the Leeds United soccer team.Hayden Frey, area scout: Previously a college scout for two years, Frey will provide all-star game and pro day evaluations in preparations for the NFL Draft.Crowley Hanlon, area scout: Previously a pro scout, Hanlon in his eighth season will travel to schools for player evaluations in preparation for the draft.Ekene Olekanma, coordinator of football research and develop...

Letters: Focus on basics | New model | ‘Residents’ Remedy’ | Results count | Medicare expansion

Published Sun, 16 Feb 2025 16:00:58 GMT

Submit your letter to the editor via this form. Read more Letters to the Editor.S.J. leaders mustfocus on the basicsEnough with the headline-grabbing antics. I am weary of continually reading about councilmembers chasing shiny objects.How about focusing on the basics for the good of all residents? For starters, emergency preparedness — our community is ill-prepared for the “big one,” or weather disasters. Illegal dumping is out of control. More trees should be planted. Were earlier proposals followed up on? Public safety numbers must grow. Streets should be cleaned thoroughly and regularly. Animal care and services need attention. Parks need ongoing maintenance.Basics aren’t “sexy,” and I doubt that focusing on bringing them to fruition would garner front-page news. But that’s what our electeds are supposed to be doing … focusing on the running of the city, right?Thank heaven for Mayor Matt Mahan, who understands the importance of focusing on the ...

Residents: We warned SF city leaders before massive fire

Published Sun, 16 Feb 2025 16:00:58 GMT

SAN FRANCISCO (KRON) -- Crews continue to deconstruct what remains of the construction fire that broke out Tuesday on the corner of Octavia Boulevard and Oak Street in San Francisco’s Hayes Valley neighborhood.The massive 4-alarm blaze destroyed an apartment building that was under construction, as well as damaged five neighboring buildings. The source of what caused the fire has not been released by officials. According to the Hayes Valley Neighborhood Association, this is not the first time a fire has happened in this area, and they have previously warned city leaders about unsheltered people igniting warming fires. The association noted several fires that had occurred in their neighborhood from tent encampments. On March 31, a car was lit on fire near a tent encampment and on April 24, a construction site was set on fire near a tent encampment. The following day, a tent encampment was up in flames, the association said. “Yes. I have seen, like, homeless, like putting fi...

3 suspects at large in connection to San Mateo home burglaries

Published Sun, 16 Feb 2025 16:00:58 GMT

(KRON) -- Authorities are looking for three suspects connected to three home burglaries in July, the San Mateo Police Department announced in a press release. Philz Coffee to close original SF Mission District location Three separate homes were burglarized in the area of the 1300 block of Palos Verdes Drive and the 2300 block of Ticonderoga Drive. The burglaries allegedly happened between July 14 at 9 a.m. and July 16 at 12:15 p.m.San Mateo PD said three suspects are wanted for questioning. Their suspect descriptions are listed below:Suspect 1: White or Hispanic male, approximately 5-foot-10 and 230 poundsSuspect 2: Hispanic male, approximately 5-foot-6 and 160 poundsSuspect 3: Unknown race malePhotos from San Mateo police show a snapshot of what the three suspects may look like (below). Surveillance video (video player above) shows the suspects lurking in the area of where the alleged burglaries happened.From left to right: Suspects 1, 2, and 3 are wanted by police in connection ...

Vacaville man arrested for illegal peeping

Published Sun, 16 Feb 2025 16:00:58 GMT

(KRON) -- A Vacaville man was arrested Wednesday on four counts of illegal peeping, according to the Vacaville Police Department. Detectives had been alerted when someone contacted the Vacaville Police Department on July 23 to report she had a man peeping inside her residence on West Street early that morning.The same day, someone else contacted Vacaville PD to report he'd seen social media posts showing a man peeping into windows in his neighborhood on Peach Tree Avenue, police said. The reporting caller believed it was the same person who'd peeped in his window in May. Student found unresponsive at San Jose pool has died: police During the course of the investigation, detectives received video surveillance and information that led to the identification of 53-year-old Corey Harvey as the suspect.Detectives were already aware of at least three illegal peeping incidents involving a man who matched Harvey's description. All had occurred within a few residential blocks of Kentucky St...

Dead man with gunshot wound pulled from Vallejo creek

Published Sun, 16 Feb 2025 16:00:58 GMT

(KRON) -- The Vallejo Police Department is investigating a potential homicide after a body was pulled from a creek with a gunshot wound on Tuesday. VPD responded to the 2200 block of Sacramento Street at about 6:53 p.m. for the report of a man in the water. The man was pulled from the water when officers arrived, and he was declared dead at the scene. The North Bay's Austin Creek runs past 2200 Sacramento St. Student found unresponsive at San Jose pool has died: police Police are investigating the motive and circumstances surrounding the shooting. The homicide is the city's 13th of 2023.Police are waiting for the county coroner's office to notify the victim's family before releasing his identity. Anyone with information is asked to call (707) 648-5430 or (707) 648-4533.

Reds place Ben Lively on the 15-day injured list because of a right pectoral strain

Published Sun, 16 Feb 2025 16:00:58 GMT

CHICAGO (AP) — The Cincinnati Reds placed right-hander Ben Lively on the 15-day injured list Wednesday because of a right pectoral strain and recalled right-hander Daniel Duarte from Triple-A Louisville.Lively (4-7, 5.20 ERA) allowed 13 runs across four innings in Cincinnati’s 20-9 loss to the Chicago Cubs on Tuesday night.Duarte’s return to the Reds comes just a day after the team optioned him to Triple-A to open a spot for newly acquired reliever Sam Moll.___AP MLB: https://apnews.com/hub/mlbSource

Sports on TV for Thursday, August 3

Published Sun, 16 Feb 2025 16:00:58 GMT

(All times Eastern)Schedule subject to change and/or blackoutsThursday, August 3AUSTRALIAN RULES FOOTBALL5:30 a.m. (Friday)FS2 — AFL: Richmond at WesternAUTO RACING9 p.m.ESPN — SRX: Racing Series, Grand Rapids, Mich.CFL FOOTBALL8:30 p.m.CBSSN — B.C. at WinnipegGOLF9 a.m.GOLF — LPGA Tour: The Trust Golf Women’s Scottish Open, First Round, Dundonald Links, Ayrshire, Scotland2 p.m.GOLF — PGA Tour: The Wyndham Championship, First Round, Sedgefield Country Club, Greensboro, N.C.6 p.m.GOLF — Korn Ferry Tour: The Utah Championship, First Round, Oakridge Country Club, Farmington, UtahHORSE RACING1 p.m.FS2 — Saratoga Live: From Saratoga Springs, N.Y.LACROSSE (WOMEN’S)5 p.m.ESPNU — Athletes Unlimited: Team Glynn vs. Team Apuzzo, Sparks Glencoe, Md.7:30 p.m.ESPNU — Athletes Unlimited: Team Moreno vs. Team Bosco, Sparks Glencoe, Md.MLB BASEBALL12 p.m.MLBN — Regional Coverage: Philadelphia at Miami OR Chicago White Sox at Texas (2 p.m.)3 p.m.MLBN — Regional Coverage: Baltimore at Toronto OR Chic...