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'Beach Report Card' finds 4 of state’s 10 dirtiest beaches are in San Mateo County

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:23:53 GMT

SANTA MONICA, Calif. (AP) — An annual “Beach Report Card” released Wednesday concludes historic winter precipitation in California is resulting in high rates of runoff and dirtier water along the coast.Heal The Bay said just two beaches statewide made its 2022-2023 Honor Roll — Bean Hollow State Beach in San Mateo County, just south of San Francisco, and Point Loma in San Diego County. Bear wanders into Marin County neighborhood In the last survey, 51 beaches made the Honor Roll. The environmental nonprofit surveys more than 500 beaches and assigns letter grades, A-plus through F.The exceedingly wet winter brought multiple rain-triggered sewage spills and flushed pollutants, including bacteria, through storm drains into the ocean, the report said.“This year, record precipitation produced major impacts on water quality across Coastal California,” said Tracy Quinn, CEO of Heal the Bay. “Now more than ever, we must prioritize multi-benefit projects to manage stormwater as both a wate...

Astro Motel sign celebrating Pride Month vandalized in Santa Rosa

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:23:53 GMT

(KRON) -- Another business has been targeted in a series of LGBTQ+ vandalisms in Santa Rosa.Video above shows a group of individuals vandalizing a sign at the Astro Motel that was put up to celebrate Pride Month. The sign, a rainbow-colored "A," was painted over by the individuals in the parking lot. Fire at San Jose storage facility continues to burn, explosions reported A spokesperson for the Astro Motel says they will continue to clean up any vandalism and express what they believe in and want to support.KRON On is streaming news live now.embed-container { position: relative; padding-bottom: 56.25%; height: 0; overflow: hidden; max-width: 100%; } .embed-container iframe, .embed-container object, .embed-container embed { position: absolute; top: 0; left: 0; width: 100%; height: 100%; }Within the last week, several other Santa Rosa businesses that were LQBTQ+ owned or have shown their support for the LGBTQ+ community were defaced with stickers that promoted hateful speech.

Over 60 firefighters battle 17-acre brush fire in Clearlake Oaks

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:23:53 GMT

(KRON) – Over 60 firefighters helped stop the forward spread of a 17-acre brush fire Wednesday, according to Cal Fire.Crews responded to the scene of a two-acre vegetation fire near the 200 block of Henderson Drive. Due to the fire’s moderate rate of spread, additional resources were ordered to help contain the fire. Photo: Cal FirePhoto: Cal FirePhoto: Cal FireFifteen engines, three hand crews, a bulldozer, one helicopter, one air attack, three tankers and three water tenders were dispatched, according to Cal Fire.The fire eventually grew into a 17-acre brush fire, which was previously reported by Cal Fire to be 25 acres. The spreading was able to be stopped and the fire was last updated to be at 35-percent containment Thursday morning. Fire officials say spotting is still a concern.North Shore and Lake County Fire Departments helped assist Cal Fire.

Twins bring Byron Buxton back from injured list after hit by pitch that bruised rib

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:23:53 GMT

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — The Minnesota Twins reinstated designated hitter Byron Buxton from the injured list before their game on Thursday against Detroit after he missed 10 games with a bruised left rib.Buxton was hit by a pitch from Cleveland’s Tanner Bibee in the game on June 1 and landed on the injured list for the first time this season. The Twins have used the 2017 Gold Glove Award winner exclusively as a designated hitter this year after a persistent knee injury significantly limited him in 2022. The team has not committed to a timetable for returning Buxton to center field.Outfielder Trevor Larnach was optioned to Triple-A St. Paul to make room on the 26-man roster. Buxton was batting .220 with nine doubles, one triple, 10 home runs, 23 RBIs, 26 walks and 31 runs in 50 games before he was hurt.___AP MLB: https://apnews.com/hub/MLB and https://twitter.com/AP_SportsSource

Live updates | UCLA’s Morales jumps to early lead at US Open

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:23:53 GMT

LOS ANGELES (AP) — Follow along for live updates on the opening round of the 123rd U.S. Open at Los Angeles Country Club.___Omar Morales, who attends college just up the way at UCLA, has grabbed an early share of the lead in the U.S. Open at Los Angeles Country Club.The 20-year-old sophomore went around the front nine in 3-under 32.The Bruins have access to LACC about twice a month, and Morales, who went through local qualifying to make the 156-man field, estimates he’s played it about two dozen times in his two years at UCLA.He had the first tee time of the day, along with another local qualifier, Jacob Solomon, who got to 3 under after 10 holes to share the lead with Morales.Elsewhere, Xander Schauffele opened his day with a 40-foot birdie putt and was 2 under through three holes.___Golf’s second-oldest championship has started with words never heard amid the glitz and glamor of Beverly Hills: “Welcome to the 123rd United States Open.”The USGA chose UCLA sophomore Omar...

Steelers QB Kenny Pickett enters Year 2 focused on the details

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:23:53 GMT

PITTSBURGH (AP) — Kenny Pickett spent his first few months in the NFL intentionally buried on the Pittsburgh Steelers depth chart, coach Mike Tomlin’s way of trying to ease the pressure on a young quarterback saddled with the outsized expectations that come with being a first-round pick at the most important position in the game.A year later, a lot has changed. Pickett is no longer running with the scout team. And a strong finish to his rookie season has Pickett entering his second year in the league seemingly in full command of a Steelers offense that believes it can keep pace with the powers that be in the AFC.The relentlessly tenacious approach that carried Pickett from modest high school recruit to ACC Player of the Year at the University of Pittsburgh to 20th overall pick in the 2022 draft has followed him to the other side of the complex the Panthers share with one of the NFL’s marquee franchises.It’s not unusual for Pickett to arrive early and throw himself ...

Destacado clavadista mexicano se une a OnlyFans para pagar su entrenamiento olímpico

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:23:53 GMT

Como destacado clavadista de 10 metros, Diego Balleza está acostumbrado a usar pequeños trajes de baño que muestran su cuerpo. Ahora, desesperada por la falta de recursos económicos de cara a los Juegos Olímpicos de París del próximo año, el mexicano da el salto a otra plataforma en la que también lleva poca ropa: OnlyFans. Balleza es uno de varios atletas mexicanos que se han visto afectados por una disputa entre World Aquatics y Ana Guevara, la jefa de la comisión nacional de deportes de México que, desde enero, dejó de pagar mensualmente a los atletas acuáticos. World Aquatics suspendió al presidente de la federación mexicana, Kiril Todorov, y nombró una comisión para hacerse cargo mientras se realizan nuevas elecciones. Todorov fue suspendido por el incumplimiento de las normas de buen gobierno del organismo rector por parte de la Federación Mexicana de Natación. Pero Guevara se negó a reconocer la comisión a pesar de que el Tribunal de Arbitraje Deportivo confirmó el cambio. ...

Average long-term US mortgage rate falls to 6.69%, second straight drop since climbing to 2023 high

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:23:53 GMT

The average long-term U.S. mortgage rate fell again this week, positive news for potential homebuyers after rates reached their highest level since November earlier this month.Mortgage buyer Freddie Mac said Thursday that the average rate on the benchmark 30-year home loan slipped to 6.69% from 6.71% last week. A year ago, the rate averaged 5.78%. Despite easing the past two weeks, the average rate is only down slightly from its 2023 high of 6.79% set in early June. The average rate on 15-year fixed-rate mortgages, popular with those refinancing their homes, rose this week to 6.10% from 6.07% last week. A year ago, it averaged 4.81%, Freddie Mac said.The pullback comes a day after the Federal Reserve decided to forgo another increase in its benchmark interest rate. The pause in hikes followed 10 straight increases in 15 months. But the central bank also warned that it could raise interest rates two more times this year in its battle against inflation. Investors’ expectations for fut...

Lennar, AutoZone rise; Kroger, John Wiley fall, Thursday, 6/15/2023

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:23:53 GMT

NEW YORK (AP) — Stocks that are trading heavily or have substantial price changes on Thursday:Lennar Corp. (LEN), up $4.26 to $119.01.The homebuilder reported strong second-quarter financial results.Kroger Co. (KR), down $1.81 to $45.40.The grocery chain reported weak fiscal first-quarter revenue.NexTier Oilfield Solutions Inc. (NEX), up 47 cents to $9.40.Patterson-UTI is buying the oilfield services company.Jabil Inc. (JBL),up $4.85 to $104.54.The electronics manufacturer beat analysts’ fiscal third-quarter earnings and revenue forecasts.MicroVision Inc. (MVIS), up 35 cents to $4.95.The maker of drivers for miniature video displays withdrew a public stock offering, citing market volatility.AutoZone Inc. (AZO), up $58.58 to $2,458.The auto parts retailer increased its stock buyback program by $2 billion.Mersana Therapeutics Inc. (MRSN), down $5.43 to $4.13.The biopharmaceutical company gave investors a discouraging update on a potential ovarian cancer treatment.John Wiley &...

Bulgaria wants to join the EU’s ammo-for-Ukraine club

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:23:53 GMT

SOFIA — Bulgaria’s new defense minister said the country is looking to step up its support for EU efforts to supply Ukraine with the ammunition it needs to continue fighting Moscow’s troops.NATO defense ministers meet in Brussels on Thursday and Friday to discuss how to ramp up the alliance’s industrial capacity to support Ukraine — as well as defense and deterrence capabilities in the run-up to a key summit in Vilnius next month.EU countries in May finalized a deal to send 1 million 155-millimeter shells and missiles to Kyiv by March next year, agreeing to give ammunition immediately from their own stockpiles and for member states to get partial reimbursement for their efforts. They agreed €1 billion for this part of the plan, and another €1 billion for a joint procurement scheme to provide rounds to Ukraine and refill their stocks. The Commission also proposed a €500 million initiative to boost Europe’s ability to manufacture arms and ...