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2 arrested, meth, fentanyl, firearm seized in separate Livermore busts this week

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 07:27:29 GMT

(KRON) -- A pair of traffic stops earlier this week led to two arrests and the seizure of a variety of drugs and an unregistered "ghost gun," according to the Livermore Police Department.Livermore PD pulled a vehicle over for several vehicle violations. The driver, 51-year-old Rene Reyes from Hayward, didn't have a driver's license, according to Livermore PD. He also had several prior arrests on firearms charges. Woman, 63, dies after being pushed by unknown person in SF Officers found 1.58 grams of methamphetamine on Reyes. Inside the vehicle, they found 3.1 more grams of meth along with a loaded, unregistered handgun. Reyes was arrested on gun and drug charges.One day prior, Livermore PD was patrolling a parking lot on Vasco Road. The patrolling officer spotted a vehicle he recognized as belonging to a man on felony probation. Drug paraphernalia was visible inside the vehicle, police said.The car was searched and officers found two ounces of meth, one ounce of fentanyl and 60 Xa...

Maryland firefighter who died in the line of duty remembered for having ‘the best soul’

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 07:27:29 GMT

Firefighters packed into the Hollywood Volunteer Fire Department in Southern Maryland to attend the funeral of 25-year-old Brice Trossbach, who died after falling through the first floor of a burning home the morning of June 27.At his funeral, Trossbach’s older brother Jared, a lieutenant with the Prince George’s County fire department, eulogized his younger sibling as a dedicated firefighter, best friend and ever-reliable brother.Firefighter Brice C. Trossbach. (Courtesy NAS Patuxent River)“Whatever Brice did, he did 100%,” Jared Trossbach said.Recalling his brother’s gift as a problem-solver, Jared Trossbach said, “Brice had the best soul. He could always make anyone laugh and was always levelheaded. When you saw the worst in a situation, he’d give you a positive.”Naval District Washington fire department Chief Kevin Grinder fought back tears as he noted the outpouring of support for the Trossbach family and his fellow firefighters. “The last 10 days, my faith in humanity ha...

From prodigy to project, Cavaliers rookie Emoni Bates rediscovers joy on twisted path to NBA

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 07:27:29 GMT

INDEPENDENCE, Ohio (AP) — Before holding his first interview session as a pro, Cavaliers’ second-round draft pick Emoni Bates politely introduced himself to media members.“Emoni,” he said, smiling and extending his hand to meet reporters and camera operators at the team’s training facility.While the surprising gesture showed goodwill and a level of maturity on the part of the 19-year-old, it was hardly necessary.Bates has been well known for a while.Tabbed the “next Kevin Durant” even before he graced the cover of Sports Illustrated as a high school sophomore in Michigan, Bates is no longer trying to live up to the expectations of others and simply following his own path, albeit not the one he imagined.“I just wanted an opportunity,” said Bates, who will debut with Cleveland’s Summer League team in Las Vegas on Friday. “This was my dream since I was 3 years old to get to the NBA. So I got the chance. So I’ve been the most happy I’ve ever been, man. This is li...

¿Qué son las chinches? Lo que los viajeros deben saber este verano boreal

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 07:27:29 GMT

(CNN) — Algo no iba bien con Michelle Quinn: a mediados de febrero de este año, empezó a notar manchas en el lado izquierdo de la parte baja de la espalda. Esta residente de 53 años del noroeste de Indiana pensó que tal vez era alérgica a su detergente.Después, los picores empezaron a extenderse a otras zonas del cuerpo, pero siempre en el lado izquierdo. Eso aumentó la ansiedad y el misterio. “Me picaba, pero nunca en mi vida pensé que fueran chinches”.Una noche después del trabajo, unas dos semanas más tarde, le cruzó por la mente. Estaba buscando fotos de chinches en Google cuando vio “un bichito rojizo” arrastrándose por una hoja de papel que tenía en el sofá. Miró al insecto. Luego la pantalla. Luego volvió a mirar al bicho.“Pensé: ‘No, no puede ser’. Así que lo aparté y no pensé en ello hasta la mañana siguiente, cuando me desperté y vi uno en mi brazo. Así que tomé mi teléfono y lo puse en la cámara y lo amplié y, efectivamente,...

The last player Serena Williams beat, Anett Kontaveit, retires at 27 after loss at Wimbledon

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 07:27:29 GMT

WIMBLEDON, England (AP) — The last player Serena Williams beat before retiring last year has now called it quits on her own career after a second-round loss at Wimbledon on Thursday.Anett Kontaveit, a 27-year-old Estonian who has been struggling with a chronic back issue, lost to 32nd-seeded Marie Bouzkova of the Czech Republic 6-1, 6-2 at the All England Club.“Just a lot of emotions. There’s sadness, there’s happiness,” Kontaveit said. “There’s a bit of everything.”Kontaveit was ranked No. 2 in the world last year and was seeded second at the U.S. Open. But she lost to Williams in the second round, a match that ended up being the American great’s final victory in a career that saw her win 23 Grand Slam singles titles.Kontaveit has won six titles in her career, including four in 2021. At major tournaments, her best result was reaching the quarterfinals at the Australian Open in 2020.After the match, Kontaveit noted her decision was final, but did point out that it was her last...

Marsh century and Wood 5-for highlight topsy-turvy first day of 3rd Ashes test

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 07:27:29 GMT

LEEDS, England (AP) — Mitch Marsh celebrated his test comeback by smashing a century and taking a wicket as Australia led England by 195 runs after day one of the third Ashes test at Headingley on Thursday.Marsh’s scintillating run-a-ball 118 rescued Australia from 85-4. To put it in perspective, the allrounder and Travis Head combined for 155 runs. The rest of the team scored 108.After Marsh was dismissed on the stroke of tea at 240-5, Australia collapsed to be all out for 263. Fresh England fast bowler Mark Wood in his first test since December took 5-34.Marsh capped his own remarkable day in his first test in four years by claiming England’s third wicket when Zac Crawley nicked off.England was 68-3 at stumps, trailing by 195 runs in the must-win match. On their home ground, Joe Root was on 19 and Jonny Bairstow on 1.Marsh appeared to be making up for lost time.He was picked after Cameron Green was sidelined by a minor hamstring strain following the win at Lord’s...

Officer shoots at people targeting homeless encampments with fireworks

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 07:27:29 GMT

DENVER (KDVR) — One officer in Lakewood fired a shot at suspects who were allegedly throwing fireworks at homeless encampments on Colfax.The Lakewood Police Department tweeted about a large police presence in the area of Colfax and Teller just after 4:30 a.m. Thursday. The area is in the Edgewood neighborhood just west of Sloan's Lake Park.FOX31's Jim Hooley is on the scene and spoke with LPD who said at least two suspects were driving down Colfax and throwing lit fireworks at homeless encampments. One person without housing who was targeted by the fireworks threw a rock back at the suspects and broke the back window of their vehicle. Do you recognize this man? He’s accused of stealing bras and panties LPD said they arrived on scene and began speaking to the people in the homeless encampment. At that point, the suspect's vehicle returned to the area. According to LPD, an officer felt threatened and one round was fired at the car. No one was hit by the gunfire, and no injuries have...

Sphere debuts colorful, dynamic display for Las Vegas Fourth of July

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 07:27:29 GMT

LAS VEGAS (KLAS) -- A new addition to the Las Vegas skyline showed what it can create on the Fourth of July with its first illuminated animated display. The Sphere did a special show for the holiday.“The Exosphere is more than a screen or a billboard – it is living architecture, and unlike anything that exists anywhere in the world. Last night’s show provided a glimpse of the Exosphere’s captivating power, and the possibilities for artists, partners, and brands to create compelling and impactful stories to connect with audiences in new ways,” Guy Barnett, SVP of brand strategy and creative development. No drought in Colorado for the first time in years The Sphere introduced the fully-lit colorful display on its 360-degree Exosphere Tuesday around 9 p.m. The display included a patriotic theme with stars and what resembled fireworks. The Sphere lights up the Las Vegas skyline on July 4, 2023, with a special inaugural display. (Credit: Sphere Entertainm...

As South Floridians grapple with sweltering temps, Miami firefighters share tips on how to deal with heat

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 07:27:29 GMT

Another heat advisory is making it challenging for South Floridians to keep cool, but first responders have a few suggestions to deal with those record temperatures and heat indexes.City of Miami Fire crews not only had to deal with the heat on Thursday. They put out a warehouse fire while getting scorched by the ball of fire in the sky.“We do more rotations when we’re working in excessive heat conditions like this, and in an extensive operation like you see now,” said Miami Fire Rescue Capt. Ignatius Carroll.Battling fires is among the hottest jobs under the South Florida.“The important part of it is what we call that rehab, reducing that body temperature down to a normal limit so that you are able to perform your task,” said Carroll.7News cameras captured crews recovering in a tent nearby with misting fans and water.A heat advisory is in effect through 7 p.m. Cooling showers, however, are moving across the Florida Keys, Thursday afternoon.Heavy rainfa...

3 remain hospitalized after shooting at Fort Lauderdale apartment complex injures 5

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 07:27:29 GMT

Three people remained hospitalized on Thursday after a shooting in a Fort Lauderdale apartment complex left five people injured, including two minors.Fort Lauderdale Police units responded to the scene of the shooting in the area of Northwest 29th Avenue and 19th Street, Wednesday night.Speaking with reporters, FLPD Chief Patrick Lynn said the shooting stemmed from an argument involving two groups of people in the courtyard of the complex.“At approximately 8:40 p.m. this evening, at this apartment complex … we had a group of people gathered in the courtyard. A second group of people confronted them,” said Lynn. “As a result, gunfire ensued.”Investigators confirmed five people were injured and were transported to Broward Health Medical Center; one of the adults suffered life-threatening injuries, and the other four victims suffered injuries that do not appear to be life-threatening.As of Thursday morning, officials said two people were discharged from th...