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Man Dead, Another Hospitalized after DUI Crash on Capitol Expressway [San Jose, CA]

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 07:01:16 GMT

Two-Vehicle Collision Near Snell Avenue Resulted in FatalitySAN JOSE, CA (July 21, 2023) – Early Thursday morning, a DUI crash on Capitol Expressway left a man dead and another injured.The deadly collision happened around 1:11 a.m. at the intersection of Capitol Expressway and Snell Avenue.Based on the news report, a 2006 Nissan SUV ran pushed past a red light while traveling westbound along the expressway.Consequently, the Nissan collided with a 2006 Scion sedan going south on Snell Avenue.The impact of the collision ejected the two male occupants of the Scion and left both of them with major injuries. Unfortunately, one of the victims succumbed to their injuries while the other man remained at the hospital in critical condition.After the collision, police arrested the driver of the Nissan for felony DUI and vehicular manslaughter.The Santa Clara County Coroner’s Office will provide the deceased victim’s identity once the family has been notified.Those with additional informa...

Police: Juvenile fatally shot 13-year-old Northern California boys, then placed his body in a field

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 07:01:16 GMT

OROVILLE — Butte County Sheriff’s Office detectives discovered the body Tuesday of a 13-year-old they believe died after being shot earlier that day while riding in a stolen vehicle, according to a department press release.Detectives identified the body as that of Amadeus Miller-Ramos of Oroville.They found the body after officers from the Oroville Police Department discovered an abandoned vehicle Tuesday and determined it had been stolen, according to the release. Based on evidence they found inside the vehicle, police detectives said they believed a shooting had occurred inside the car.Related ArticlesCrime and Public Safety | Teen killed, toddler injured in shooting at Southern California park Crime and Public Safety | California man convicted of killing elderly neighbor during rape attempt Crime and Public Safety | East Bay man killed in spray of gunfire that left 60 shell casings is identified Crime and Public Safety | ...

Photos: Remembering Tony Bennett, who left his heart in San Francisco

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 07:01:16 GMT

Related ArticlesMusic | Tony Bennett, timeless American singer loved by generations, dies at 96 Music | Police seized laptops from home of witness to Tupac Shakur’s killing Music | Ariana Grande: Going from divorce to dating recently separated ‘Wicked’ co-star Music | Trump joins right-wing defense of friend Jason Aldean and his ‘pro-lynching’ video Music | Harry and Meghan asked for ride home on Air Force One after queen’s funeral: report Tony Bennett, the eminent and timeless stylist whose devotion to classic American songs and knack for creating new standards such as “I Left My Heart In San Francisco” graced a decades-long career that brought him admirers from Frank Sinatra to Lady Gaga, died Friday. He was 96.Publicist Sylvia Weiner confirmed Bennett’s death in his hometown of New York.While no specific cause was given, Bennett had been diagnosed with Alzheimer’s d...

Monica Gandhi’s new book combines lessons from HIV and COVID to better prepare for the next pandemic

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 07:01:16 GMT

UC-San Francisco Infectious disease expert Monica Gandhi has found herself at the center of many heated COVID-19 debates the past three years.But in her new book Endemic: A Post-Pandemic Playbook, she is combining decades of experience in infectious diseases and HIV particularly, with her unique position on the sharp edge of pandemic policies to present a 10-point plan to prepare for future pandemics.She discussed the book and her thoughts on what went right or wrong during COVID-19. Her answers have been edited for brevity and clarity:Q: What does the title of your book, Endemic, mean, and why did you want to write this book now?A: In the concept of infectious disease epidemiology, there are pathogens that we hope to get rid of in the world, and there are pathogens that we’re never going to get rid of. A pathogen that we’re never going to get rid of, unfortunately, is called endemic, meaning it gets to a stage where we live with it.It starts out in a pandemic form, caus...

Bay Area hiring surges in June, powered by big South Bay job gains

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 07:01:16 GMT

The Bay Area economy added jobs at a sturdy pace in June, raising hopes that the region’s employment picture is turning brighter after being jolted by losses back in March, a new government report released Friday shows.The nine-county region gained 9,200 jobs in June, powered by robust gains in the Santa Clara County area, federal labor officials reported.After losing jobs in March, the Bay Area has now gained jobs for three consecutive months, although the increase in June was somewhat weaker than the upswing in May.Plus, the Bay Area produced nearly four out of five of all the jobs added in California during June, the new report shows.Related ArticlesEconomy | Firms with flex-work policies are hiring faster than those fully in office Economy | H-1B visa: Canada’s program to poach Silicon Valley talent off to a booming start Economy | Bay Area tech layoffs hit primarily non-tech workers: report Economy | Massive...

DC’s new acting police chief says she won’t be satisfied until crime goes down

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 07:01:16 GMT

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Live updates | Johnson, Morikawa and Thomas set to miss the cut at British Open

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 07:01:16 GMT

JOHNSON, MORIKAWA, THOMAS SET TO MISS CUTHOYLAKE, England (AP) — Dustin Johnson was among the players set to miss the cut at the British Open after making six bogeys and two doubles in a second-round 10-over 81.Johnson was at 13 over for the tournament at Royal Liverpool, with the cut line likely to finish at 2 or 3 over.Collin Morikawa ended with a birdie in a 2-over 73 on Friday, staying at 4 over, while Justin Thomas made three birdies in an even-par round of 71 that left him at 11 over for the tournament.Tony Finau and Justin Rose were at 6 over, while Robert MacIntyre was at 4 over. Among those sitting at 3 over and still hoping were Patrick Reed, Padraig Harrington, Bryson DeChambeau and Louis Oosthuizen.Ernie Els (7 over), Phil Mickelson (9 over) and John Daly (12 over) also were set to miss the weekend.Tyrrell Hatton hit two consecutive balls out of bounds from the tee of the 18th, leading to a 9 that left him at 2 over. Other notables at 2 over included Jon Rahm and Zach Jo...

McIlroy wants more of the same at British Open despite 9-stroke deficit to Harman

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 07:01:16 GMT

HOYLAKE, England (AP) — Rory McIlroy is nine shots off the halfway lead at the British Open.So, the tournament favorite was asked after his second round, what will he need to do over the weekend to claw back the huge deficit to leader Brian Harman?“I think more of the same,” McIlroy said.Indeed, McIlroy is pretty happy with his two days’ work at Royal Liverpool, having followed an even-par 71 on Thursday with a 70 in pleasant conditions on Friday.A defiant fist pump after making an eight-foot birdie putt on the 18th was an indication that McIlroy feels he’s still in contention for a first major title in nine years, since lifting the claret jug here at Hoylake.After all, positioned in a tie for 12th after Friday’s morning wave, there aren’t too many players between the Northern Irishman and the lead.“Depends what the conditions are tomorrow,” McIlroy said, in a nod to wet and windy weather forecast for Saturday and Sunday. “Obviously depends what B...

Mosquitoes carrying West Nile virus found in Anne Arundel Co., officials say

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 07:01:16 GMT

The Anne Arundel County Department of Health is warning Maryland residents that mosquitoes in two parts of the county have tested positive for West Nile virus.Officials said mosquitoes caught on July 11 were the first positive mosquitoes identified this year. No cases have been reported across the county, according to a health department news release.Maryland’s Department of Agriculture is expected to spray the areas near where these mosquitoes were found using an EPA-approved mosquito control option on Sunday after 7:30 p.m. Those areas include portions of Crain Highway and Davidsonville Road. Affected communities include Amberfield, Lake Louise and the Northwest Crofton Community District.Anyone planning outdoor activities is discouraged from going out while the spraying takes place in those areas.The West Nile virus can be spread by infected mosquitoes, who can transmit the virus to humans and other animals they bite. While most people don’t get sick, the department s...

Are you a true Denver local? 

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 07:01:16 GMT

DENVER (KDVR) -- Are you a Denver local? The answer seems easy except that everyone’s answer is different. In a city where born and raised locals are hard to come by, many transplants are coining the term local.  FOX31 asked viewers this question and the answers sparked a heated debate.   Take a piece of Casa Bonita home: Restaurant launches online store Born and raised For the majority of viewers, there is no debate. If you were physically born here and grew up here, you’re a local. Period.  "Birth only! If you weren’t born in Denver then you will never be a local. LOL," commented Eric Godsman on Facebook."You have to have been born there otherwise your (sic) a transplant…," commented Tracy Moser on Facebook.Lived here for 20+ years For others, it’s not that simple. Some viewers defined themselves as locals after living over half their life in the Mile High City. Some moved here in their early 20s and have stayed for 40 years, others began elementary school here. W...