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Man Dies in Head-On Accident on Interstate 805 [San Diego, CA]

Published Fri, 08 Nov 2024 23:56:32 GMT

Male Driver Pronounced Dead after Wrong-Way Collision near Camino Del PlazaSAN DIEGO, CA (July 26, 2023) – Late Wednesday morning, a man was killed and another was hurt in a head-on accident on Interstate 805.The incident occurred shortly before 12:00 p.m., near Camino Del Plaza and southbound Interstate 5.Upon arrival, officers learned that the driver of a white Audi was traveling the wrong way and collided head-on with an oncoming blue Honda Odyssey.Medics arrived and pronounced the male driver of the Honda dead at the scene. Although, authorities have not yet released his identity.Meanwhile, paramedics transported the 29-year-old Audi driver, from San Diego to a nearby hospital with life-threatening injuries.Following preliminary duties, police say the Audi driver was about to cross the border when he suddenly made a U-turn onto the northbound lanes and caused the collision.Emergency crews closed off the surrounding area to determine further information. Once available, mor...

Sinéad O’Connor, Iconic Irish Pop Singer, Dead At 56

Published Fri, 08 Nov 2024 23:56:32 GMT

Sinéad O’Connor has reportedly died at the age of 56, according to her family.“It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved Sinéad,” the family said in a statement. “Her family and friends are devastated and have requested privacy at this very difficult time.”The Irish-born singer began her singing career in 1987 with her debut album The Lion and the Cobra, selling more than 2 million records worldwide. O’Connor’s second album release in 1990 caught fire worldwide, charting No. 1 in dozens of countries, including the U.S. Billboard 200.Best known for her cover of Prince’s “Nothing Compares 2 U,” for which she won three Grammy Awards, O’Connor hit her stride in the 1990s musically and often found herself in the midst of controversy. On more than one occasion, O’Connor was critical of the Irish Catholic church and the sexual abuse surrounding it, calling the Vatican a “nest of devils,” in a...

Keavon Daniels Arrested after DUI Collision on Sahara Avenue [Las Vegas, NV]

Published Fri, 08 Nov 2024 23:56:32 GMT

29-Year-Old Man Arrested, 3 Children Hospitalized after DUI Accident near Hollywood BoulevardLAS VEGAS, NV (July 26, 2023) – Saturday morning, Keavon Daniels was arrested after a DUI collision on Sahara Avenue.Around 9:58 p.m., police responded to the scene near Hollywood Boulevard.Per reports, Daniels was driving a Jeep SUV on the wrong side of Hollywood Boulevard while approaching Sahara Avenue. There, he struck a Nissan SUV that was turning onto the road. The Jeep then continued driving before striking a Lexus SUV.Investigators say the three children inside the Jeep were not properly restrained at the time. Paramedics transported the 4-year-old girl, a 5-year-old boy and a 6-year-old boy to a nearby hospital with serious injuries.In addition, crews took the driver and passenger of the Nissan, and the Lexus driver to a nearby hospital for further treatment.Following preliminary duties, officers say 29-year-old Keavon Daniels displayed signs of impairment and arrested him for...

Letters: Energy infrastructure | A good deal | Google pledge? | A dangerous path | Nuclear war

Published Fri, 08 Nov 2024 23:56:32 GMT

Submit your letter to the editor via this form. Read more Letters to the Editor.Infrastructure crucialfor clean energy goalRe: “Clean energy tech is surging” (Page A1, July 24).Policy works. The Inflation Reduction Act of 2022 is the most significant climate legislation in U.S. history. And the results are already impressive. The article says, “In less than a year, it has prompted investment in a massive buildout of battery and EV manufacturing across the states. Nearly 80 major clean energy manufacturing facilities have been announced,…”The IRA could potentially reduce U.S. emissions by as much as 41% by 2030. But if we don’t build clean energy infrastructure faster, we will not achieve that goal. We must speed up the rate at which we build electricity transmission to ensure we can connect new wind and solar to the grid.Urge your members of Congress to work across the aisle for permit reform that speeds up the approval of clean energy projects and protects the hea...

Bay Area arts: Here are 9 great shows to see this week and beyond

Published Fri, 08 Nov 2024 23:56:32 GMT

There are a lot of wonderful concerts, plays and exhibits to see this weekend and beyond in the Bay Area. Here’s just a partial roundup.Last hurrah for Sketch dancesAfter a long career as a performer with several California dance companies, Amy Seiwert has evolved into one of the Bay Area’s most acclaimed choreographers. And her company, Amy Seiwert’s Imagery, has been applauded for its innovative and captivating performances. Among Seiwert’s most popular traditions has been the annual Sketch performances, which over the years has presented 37 new works by multitude of of risk-taking choreographers.With Seiwert set to assume her new post as associate artistic director at the famed Smuin Contemporary Ballet in the fall (and it’s been announced she’ll take over as Smuin artistic director in 2024); this year marks the 13th and final Sketch series. Sub-titled “Lucky” (get it?), Sketch 13 comes to ODC/Dance Theater in San Francisco this wee...

Pac-12 survival: All eyes on Colorado as university regents meet to discuss Big 12 move

Published Fri, 08 Nov 2024 23:56:32 GMT

Colorado’s future in the Pac-12 could be decided Thursday afternoon when the university’s governing body meets to consider a jump to the Big 12.The board of regents convened an executive session Wednesday afternoon for what it called “legal advice on a specific matter — athletics operations.” Moments later, the regents posted a notice that the board will convene again Thursday in what was termed a “special session.”Special meetings of the CU regents are common — there have been five since late May. However, the gathering Thursday is expected to focus on conference affiliation.One industry source said there is a “significant likelihood” that the Buffaloes bolt for the Big 12, their home for six decades before moving to the Pac-12 in the early 2010s. The source added that realignment decisions often take unexpected turns and take longer than expected to play out.Colorado would become the third university to depart the conference in the past 13 months after the ...

49ers training camp: Stage set for Purdy to join ‘plethora’ of quarterbacks

Published Fri, 08 Nov 2024 23:56:32 GMT

SANTA CLARA – Six months since running out of healthy quarterbacks with a Super Bowl berth on the line, the 49ers warmed up for their first training camp practice Wednesday with an almost silly surplus.There, under sunny skies and a championship forecast, four quarterbacks lined up to take snaps. One certainly was not like the others. Brock Purdy sported a red hoodie and black shorts while the other three quarterbacks donned black jerseys to work the 90-minute debut session.Then Purdy retreated into an observer role, forced to endure a 24-hour hold until he can throw to teammates for the first time since his elbow injury in the NFC Championship Game loss in Philadelphia.“The fact he’s cleared now and available to us and gets to practice tomorrow, hey, that’s awesome for the Niners,” tight end George Kittle said. “Our quarterbacks played well today, so you throw another good quarterback into the mix, and, hey, now we have a plethora of quarterbacks. Can’t wait.”San Francisco 49er tig...

2 arrested in San Francisco Sanchez Stairs crash, carjacking

Published Fri, 08 Nov 2024 23:56:32 GMT

(KRON) -- Two people have been arrested after a carjacking and stunning crash that sent a car plummeting down the Sanchez Street Stairs in San Francisco on Saturday afternoon, according to the San Francisco Police Department. Family raises funds after loved one shot dead at Santa Rosa Jack in the Box drive thru The police investigation determined that the vehicle in the crash had been carjacked from a victim near 19th and Dolores streets when unknown suspects carjacked him. He suffered non-life threatening injuries in the incident, police said. Close Thanks for signing up! Watch for us in your inbox. Subscribe Now KRON4 Breaking News SIGN UP NOW The two suspects in the carjacking were identified as Kevin Nelson, 36, and Jennifer Bonham 31, both of San Francisco. Both suspected were taken into cus...

Police activity reported in SF's Bayview neighborhood

Published Fri, 08 Nov 2024 23:56:32 GMT

SAN FRANCISCO (KRON) -- Police activity has been reported in San Francisco's Bayview neighborhood. The activity is in the area of Fairfax Avenue and Catalina Street, according to the San Francisco Department of Emergency Management. 2 arrested in San Francisco Sanchez Stairs crash, carjacking Emergency crews are currently on the scene. People are being advised to expect traffic delays, consider alternative routes, and plan for additional travel time.No further information is available at this time.This is a developing story. Check back for updates.

Aaron Rodgers sharing info and making sure his new Jets teammates have their ‘brains turned on’

Published Fri, 08 Nov 2024 23:56:32 GMT

FLORHAM PARK, N.J. (AP) — Aaron Rodgers strolled over to the New York Jets’ defensive sideline, gave a few teammates pats on their backs and then got to Tony Adams.The second-year safety had just picked off the four-time NFL MVP in team drills — and Rodgers had a couple of messages for him.“I wanted to tell T.A., ‘Man, nice play on that interception,”’ Rodgers said Wednesday. “Two, I also wanted to remind him that was a free play because they jumped offside.”Indeed, there was a penalty called on the play. But it was another display of Rodgers’ ultra competitiveness and leadership.“I see him walking all over the place, talking to people,” coach Robert Saleh said. “It’s funny because I think I’m learning his body language where he’s going to either talk some trash or give a good coaching point. He’s been great.”It’s rare to see a quarterback be so actively involved in the entire operation, especially during training camp. Saleh and...