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Bay Area groups march for immigration reform

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 03:40:59 GMT

(BCN) -- Immigrants and their supporters began marching toward San Francisco from San Jose and Petaluma on Saturday to demonstrate for legislation that would allow undocumented people to apply to be permanent U.S. residents. The two groups plan to unite at the Golden Gate Bridge on Monday and then march to the Civic Center and San Francisco Federal Building, organizers said. The marchers are calling for passage of legislation that would provide lawful permanent resident status to certain long-term residents, including the undocumented. Known as the Registry Bill, H.R. 1511 is sponsored by U.S. Rep. Zoe Lofgren, D-San Jose. Taxi workers to protest expansion of driverless cars in San Francisco Organizers of the march say it would allow about 8 million undocumented residents to apply for legal permanent residency. The marchers also hope to draw attention to what they see as anti-immigrant practices at the U.S.-Mexico border and in states like Texas and Florida. "We as...

Suspect arrested after allegedly shoplifting at Kohl's in Pleasant Hill

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 03:40:59 GMT

(KRON) -- Police in Pleasant Hill arrested a suspect accused of shoplifting at a Kohl's around 11 p.m. Friday night. US loses to Sweden on penalty kicks, marks earliest Women’s World Cup exit ever The suspect was booked and all merchandise was returned. Photos taken by Pleasant Hill PD show the suspect's car and items inside that were allegedly stolen. Pleasant Hill PDPleasant Hill PDPleasant Hill PDPolice say they are partnering with local loss prevention groups to continue to crackdown on shoplifting.

AP PHOTOS: Women’s World Cup highlights

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 03:40:59 GMT

The Women’s World Cup in Australia and New Zealand is showcasing some of the best soccer on the planet — and some of the best photographs. Associated Press photographers are covering every match at the month-long tournament, including the defending champion U.S. team’s elimination in the round of 16 against Sweden, as well as Netherlands’ win over South Africa, Japan’s win over Norway and Spain’s drubbing of Switzerland to advance to the quarterfinals. ___AP Women’s World Cup coverage: https://apnews.com/hub/fifa-womens-world-cupSource

Today in Sports – Barry Bonds hits home run No. 756 to break Hank Aaron’s storied record

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 03:40:59 GMT

Aug. 71907 — Walter Johnson wins the first of his 417 victories, leading the Washington Senators past the Cleveland Indians 7-2.1952 — Bion Shively, 74, drives Sharp Note to victory in the third heat of the Hambletonian Stakes.1982 — Speed Bowl wins the Hambletonian Stakes in straight heats with 25-year-old Tom Haughton in the sulky, the youngest to win the Hambletonian.1983 — Norway’s Grete Waitz takes the women’s marathon in the first world track and field championships at Helsinki, Finland.1992 — Sergei Bubka, the world record-holder and defending Olympic champion, fails to clear a height in the pole vault.1999 — Wade Boggs becomes the first player to homer for his 3,000th hit, connecting with a two-run shot in Tampa Bay’s 15-10 loss to Cleveland.2004 — Greg Maddux becomes the 22nd pitcher in major league history to reach 300 victories, leading the Chicago Cubs to an 8-4 victory over San Francisco.2005 — Justin Gatlin dominates the 100 meters at the track and field championships ...

Sports on TV for Monday, August 7

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 03:40:59 GMT

(All times Eastern)Schedule subject to change and/or blackoutsMonday, August 7LITTLE LEAGUE BASEBALL9 a.m.ESPN — Little League World Series Regional: TBD, Bristol, Conn.11 a.m.ESPN — Little League World Series Regional: TBD, Warner Robins, Ga.1 p.m.ESPN — Little League World Series Regional: TBD, Bristol, Conn.3 p.m.ESPN — Little League World Series Regional: TBD, Waco, Texas5 p.m.ESPN — Little League World Series Regional: TBD, San Bernardino, Calif.7 p.m.ESPN — Little League World Series Regional: TBD, Whitestown, Ind.9 p.m.ESPN — Little League World Series Regional: TBD, San Bernardino, Calif.MLB BASEBALL4 p.m.MLBN — LA Dodgers at San Diego7 p.m.MLBN — Regional Coverage: Chicago Cubs at NY Mets OR Toronto at Cleveland10 p.m.MLBN — Regional Coverage: San Francisco at LA Angels OR NY Yankees at Chicago White Sox (Joined in Progress)SOCCER (MEN’S)2 p.m.CBSSN — Club Friendly: Liverpool vs. Darmstadt 98, Preston, England2 p.m.FS2 — CPL: Pacific FC at HFX WanderersSOCCER (WOMEN’S)3:30 ...

Dr. Sanjay Gupta: Cannabis is having a senior moment

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 03:40:59 GMT

Sue Taylor, right, known as "Mama Sue," spoke to Dr. Sanjay Gupta for "Weed 7: A Senior Moment." Sue Taylor, right, known as "Mama Sue," spoke to Dr. Sanjay Gupta for "Weed 7: A Senior Moment." (CNN) — Prior to filming our first documentary on cannabis a decade ago, I was highly skeptical about its use as a medicine. I had even written a story for Time magazine a few years earlier to make the case that the evidence simply wasn’t there.But, as so often happens when we start to dig into things, a different picture started to emerge. I traveled the world, visited tiny labs and, most important, spent time with patients — even young children — who changed my mind. I came to the realization that in some cases, not...

DPD: Suspect shot, killed after incident

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 03:40:59 GMT

DENVER (KDVR) -- The Denver Police Department said a suspect was shot and taken to the hospital in critical condition Saturday night. They later died from their injuries.DPD tweeted about the investigation into the officer-involved shooting.It happened in the 2300 block of West Cedar Avenue. DPD said officers responded to reports of domestic violence just before 8 p.m.Witnesses reported seeing an adult male throw a woman to the ground and assaulting a teenage boy.Police said the suspect was very agitated and officers asked him to stop and deployed a taser. However, that did not work, according to police.Police said the suspect began to advance on officers and an officer fired their weapon.The suspect was taken to the hospital but later died.

Event in Loveland aims to raise $5,000 for suicide prevention

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 03:40:59 GMT

LOVELAND, Colo. (KDVR) -- On average, there are 132 suicides per day nationwide, according to the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention.Suicide is also the eighth leading cause of death in Colorado, but 94% of adults surveyed in the U.S. think suicide can be prevented.An event on Sunday is aiming to do just that.On Sunday, #themarshalleffect is hosting its Third Annual Cutting-Out Suicide Event where kids can get back-to-school haircuts or anyone can treat themselves to a new look while also giving back. Senior dog covered in tumors found possibly dumped at Colorado campsite The organization was established in memory of Ryan Mark Marshall, who took his own life on December 29, 2018.Their mission is to promote awareness and provide support for youth and young adults who are at risk of self-harm or suicide, and who are victims of partner abuse by helping pay for mental health therapy.FOX31 spoke to Ryan Marshall’s mom about why it’s so important to her.“There's nothing that's g...

Beijing re-schedules Borrell visit for the autumn

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 03:40:59 GMT

China’s Foreign Minister Wang Yi on Sunday invited EU foreign policy chief Josep Borrell and his delegation for a visit in the fall, after Beijing cancelled a trip initially planned for July. The visit will allow for preparations ahead of an expected EU-China summit with “extensive and in-depth exchanges,” Wang was quoted as saying in a statement published by the Chinese Foreign Ministry after the two officials spoke on the phone. The leaders’ summit will occur before the end of the year, Wang indicated in the statement.“China and the EU should carry out more institutional dialogues, make up for the missing exchange lessons between China and the EU in the three years of the epidemic, and inject new strong impetus into the China-EU comprehensive strategic partnership,” Wang was cited as saying. Borrell said he looks forward to “visiting China as soon as possible,” according to the statement. The EU’s top diplomat was schedule...

US loses to Sweden on penalty kicks in its earliest Women’s World Cup exit ever

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 03:40:59 GMT

By ANNE M. PETERSON (AP Sports Writer)MELBOURNE, Australia (AP) — The United States played its best game of this Women’s World Cup and it wasn’t good enough to stop the two-time reigning champions from being eliminated in the round of 16.The Americans’ bid to win an unprecedented third consecutive title ended Sunday on penalty kicks. Megan Rapinoe, Sophia Smith and Kelly O’Hara missed with kicks from the penalty spot before Lina Hurtig converted to clinch the shootout 5-4 as Sweden knocked the United States out of the World Cup after a scoreless draw in regulation and extra time. The Americans controlled the shootout until the trio of misses. It is the earliest exit in tournament history for the United States, four-time winners of the World Cup.“I mean, this is like a sick joke. For me personally, this is like dark comedy that I missed a penalty,” Rapinoe said as she blinked back tears. “This is the balance to the beautiful side of the...