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49ers training camp: Top 5 observations start with McCaffrey, Samuel, Lance

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 16:10:59 GMT

SANTA CLARA — Here are the top five takeaways Monday from the 49ers’ first fully-padded practice of training camp:1. McCAFFREY LOOKS SPRYChristian McCaffrey is practicing with the pep and passion that makes him this offense’s locksmith, so to speak, or so spoke general manager John Lynch.“Could we play without our guy? I think we could. Do we want to? No. that’s why we paid so much to go get him,” Lynch said before practice. “And I credit Christian. He’s not just a running back. He’s a lot of things for us and we talk about him unlocking our offense.”McCaffrey has taken part in team drills over three of five practices — the same three that Brock Purdy and Trent Williams have participated in. Monday, he caught all three of his targets from Brock Purdy, starting with a 30-yard reception against Fred Warner’s 1-on-1 coverage. McCaffrey also had six carries, with a willingness to take on defenders up the gut in thei...

'Euphoria' actor Angus Cloud found dead in Oakland

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 16:10:59 GMT

(KRON) -- Angus Cloud, the actor best known for his role in the HBO series "Euphoria," has been found dead at his family's home in Oakland. The news was first reported in TMZ that later corroborated by an additional report in Variety. Cloud starred as the drug dealer Fezco "Fez" O'Neill on 16 episodes of the HBO show in addition to appearances in "North Hollywood," "The Perfect Women," and music videos with Becky G and Juice WRLD. Lady Gaga pens moving tribute to Tony Bennett Cloud, who was born in Oakland according to his IMDB page, recently lost his father. “Last week he buried his father and intensely struggled with this loss,” his family said in a statement. “The only comfort we have is knowing Angus is now reunited with his dad, who was his best friend. Angus was open about his battle with mental health and we hope that his passing can be a reminder to others that they are not alone and should not fight this on their own in silence.”“We hope the world remembers him for his hu...

All lanes blocked on Hwy 101 in Healdsburg due to grass fire

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 16:10:59 GMT

(KRON) -- A grass fire in Healdsburg has caused delays on Highway 101 Monday afternoon, according to California Highway Patrol. The fire broke out in the area of Dry Creek Road and Hwy 101.As of 3:25 p.m., all lanes in both the northbound and southbound directions are blocked. Officials did not provide an estimated time of the lanes' reopening.A grass fire north of Healdsburg has caused delays on Hwy 101 Monday afternoon (Image courtesy of PG&E).The cause of the fire is unknown at this time.This story will be updated.

Ford llama a revisión 870.000 camionetas F-150 por activación inesperada del freno de mano

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 16:10:59 GMT

(CNN) — Ford llamó a revisión más de 870.000 de sus camionetas F-150 de tamaño completo por una falla que hace que el freno de mano electrónico se active inesperadamente en cualquier momento, incluso mientras se conduce el vehículo. Eso podría causar una pérdida de control y posiblemente un choque.El llamado a revisión, publicado en el sitio web de retiro de la Administración Nacional de Seguridad del Tráfico en las Carreteras de EE.UU. a principios de este mes, se aplica a algunos modelos de camionetas F-150 de 2021 a 2023 con sistemas de escape de un solo tubo. Ford comenzará a enviar avisos de revisión por correo a los propietarios alrededor del 11 de septiembre.Ford baja el precio de su camioneta eléctrica F-150 Lightning unos US$ 10.000En algunas de las camionetas, un mazo de cables podría rozar contra la carcasa del eje trasero, desgastando gradualmente el material aislante de los cables. La corrosión en la carcasa del eje podría empeorar este problema, según documentos ...

Environmental groups say they’ll sue to block Virginia from leaving greenhouse gas compact

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 16:10:59 GMT

RICHMOND, Va. (AP) — A coalition of environmental groups announced plans Monday to file a lawsuit to try to block Virginia from withdrawing from a multistate compact designed to reduce greenhouse gases. The Southern Environmental Law Center filed notice with state regulators indicating the coalition’s intention to sue in Fairfax County Circuit Court to keep Virginia in the Regional Greenhouse Gas Initiative.Republican Gov. Glenn Youngkin made withdrawal from the compact a priority, citing its impact on the cost of electricity. The State Corporation Commission has estimated the typical monthly bill could increase by $2.00 to $2.50 for the years 2027 to 2030.Last month, the state’s Air Pollution Control Board voted 4-3 to repeal Virginia’s participation in the initiative. The initiative is an effort by mid-Atlantic and Northeast states to reduce power plants’ carbon emissions through a cap-and-trade system. In 2021, Virginia became the first Southern state to join th...

Virginia Republicans offer concession on tax plan as budget stalemate drags on

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 16:10:59 GMT

Virginia Del. Barry Knight, R-Virginia Beach, listens to the proceedings on the floor of the House at the Capitol Tuesday Feb. 22, 2022, in Richmond, Va. Knight is a sponsor of a bill intended to lure the Washington Commanders to the state. (AP Photo/Steve Helber)(AP/Steve Helber) Virginia Del. Barry Knight, R-Virginia Beach, listens to the proceedings on the floor of the House at the Capitol Tuesday Feb. 22, 2022, in Richmond, Va. Knight is a sponsor of a bill intended to lure the Washington Commanders to the state. (AP Photo/Steve Helber)(AP/Steve Helber) The top budget negotiator for Virginia House Republicans said Monday he offered a major compromise nearly two weeks ago that would end his party’s push this ye...

Broncos' Tim Patrick injures left Achilles tendon after missing last year with torn right ACL

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 16:10:59 GMT

ENGLEWOOD, Colo. (AP) — The Denver Broncos braced themselves for a second straight season without their steadiest wide receiver and locker room leader after Tim Patrick was carted off the field with a left Achilles tendon injury Monday — almost a year after tearing his right ACL at training camp.“It's a tough break for us as a team when you see something like that, a great player, a great leader,” cornerback Patrick Surtain II said. “We wish him the best and just go on from there.”With an energized crowd of 3,000 looking on as the Broncos practiced in full pads for the first time, Patrick hit the ground in pain just as he came out of his cut on a short route during a seven-on-seven passing drill. He threw his helmet as teammates including Courtland Sutton and Russell Wilson rushed to his side.The injury happened right in front of head coach Sean Payton, who was watching Patrick make an adjustment from a previous route.“It's always difficult, especially a guy like that's a leader who...

Man surrenders after fleeing from BSO and climbing up tree in Dania Beach cemetery

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 16:10:59 GMT

A man is in custody after running from Broward Sheriff’s Office deputies and climbing a large tree at a Dania Beach cemetery, eventually coming down at his own volition. 7News’ Skyforce hovered over the scene on Monday afternoon where BSO deputies attempted to capture the man up in the tree at the West Lawn Cemetery on 1251 Southeast 12th Street, since 3 p.m. Several paramedics, officers and firefighters were at the scene.The suspect was wanted for a felony and fled from officers. People crowded behind the fence as the situation went on — One witness said the wanted man was at a nearby corner store where police approached him to talk about an incident and he then ran and jumped the fence of the cemetery and scaled the tree.Authorities brought out ladder trucks, but the suspect refused to come down for almost three hours. Another witness claimed to have heard the man yelling out some things he wanted from the police. “That he wanted water, to get his mom, his daught...

Alligator recovering at Everglades Outpost sanctuary after being hit by car in Homestead

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 16:10:59 GMT

Another reptile was rescued after being hit by a car.A driver struck an alligator in Homestead, Friday.A wildlife rehab worker scooped the injured animal off of the road.It suffered injuries to its face and tail.“We examined the rest of the body, it had some minor abrasions,” said Martha Frassica-Rivera, owner of the Everglades Outpost Wildlife Sanctuary. “It looks like a pretty healthy alligator.”The alligator was taken to the Everglades Outpost where it’s on antibiotics and is said to be recovering well.Officials said it will remain there because it’s too big to be released back into the wild.

3 suspects arraigned in connection with smash and grab at watch shop in Boston

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 16:10:59 GMT

Three suspects were arraigned in court Monday afternoon after their arrest in connection with a smash-and-grab at a high-end watch shop on Boylston Street in Boston last week. Boston police said officers first responded around 5:50 p.m. on Friday to the watch shop after a report of an armed robbery in progress. In court, prosecutors said the suspects wore masks and used hammers to smash cases. Prosecutors said the suspects allegedly stole eight watches worth a total of $200,000. Police announced the arrests of Akari Cummings, Jaydrian Diaz and Isiah McPherson on Saturday. In court, Diaz used his jumpsuit to cover his face and head, holding his handcuffed wrists in front of him. Prosecutors said the suspects allegedly fled the scene in a car with a fourth suspect, who was still on the loose as of Monday afternoon. Officers later surrounded the getaway car, at which point prosecutor Christian Pasciak said the car’s driver held up a semi-automatic gun. Pas...