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Body of 17-year-old Saratoga teen found in Santa Cruz mountains

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 15:51:23 GMT

The body of 17-year-old Katherine Schneider has been found in the Santa Cruz mountains, just over a month after she was reported missing from her Saratoga home.“It is hard to put into words how much Katie will be missed,” the teen’s family said in a social media post on Sunday. “She taught us all how to live our biggest life without reservation.”According to the post, the Santa Clara County Sheriff’s Office told Schneider’s family that she had died in a car accident, and that her remains were found in a ravine near Castle Rock State Park.“At this time, the circumstances surrounding the heartbreaking incident are still under investigation,” the post stated.On July 5, Schneider left her residence without taking money, identification cards, or a cell phone with her, said Schneider’s mother in a social media post. After she was reported missing, a search for the teenager began across three counties. Last week, Schneider’s...

Patrick Bailey saves the day after SF Giants nearly waste masterful effort from Logan Webb

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 15:51:23 GMT

SAN FRANCISCO — It took a walk-off home run from Patrick Bailey in extra innings on Sunday for the Giants to salvage one win in their three-game series against their former manager’s new club.The Giants got a masterful performance from Logan Webb, but it was almost all wasted as manager Gabe Kapler pulled his starter with two outs in the ninth inning only for Camilo Doval to allow the Rangers to tie the game and take the lead in the 10th, before Bailey blasted a two-run walk-off homer over the Chevron sign in left field.The Giants won, 3-2, for only the second time in their past eight games, snapping a four-game losing streak.The Giants were one out away from winning in regulation when Kapler emerged from the dugout to a chorus of boos from the sunny afternoon crowd of 35,648. Those quickly turned to cheers as Webb walked off the mound and reversed to another round of voracious boos as Kapler returned to the dugout.It was almost as if they could sense what was about to happen....

‘Barbie’ on track to become highest grossing domestic film of the year

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 15:51:23 GMT

New York (CNN) — “Barbie” has broken numerous records since its July 21 opening and the summer blockbuster is close to breaking another one.Trailing behind “The Super Mario Bros. Movie” by an estimated $48 million, writer-director Greta Gerwig’s “Barbie” appears destined to gain the top spot for highest grossing domestic film of 2023.“Barbie” raked in a stunning $155 million domestically in its opening weekend and last week joined the $1 billion club in global box office sales – a feat only achieved by about 50 films in history, adjusted for inflation, Paul Dergarabedian, senior media analyst at Comscore, told CNN. While “Pink Fever” has slowed in the last week, tracking site Box Office Mojo estimates “Barbie” earned $33.7 million this weekend to maintain its stronghold in the theaters.The comedy about the iconic doll is estimated to have reached $525 million domestic and nearly $1.2 billion worldwide. “Barbie” took in $10 million Friday alone, earning an average above $11.3 million...

Interactive Maui wildfire map: Before and after images of Lahaina show scale of devastation

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 15:51:23 GMT

The catastrophic toll of the wildfires that raged across Maui is hard to fathom. Thousands of structures destroyed. More than 90 people killed. Close to $6 billion in suspected damages.Large swaths of Lahaina in West Maui were completely leveled by flames.The images below, taken by orbiting satellites and published on the geographic service Esri, show what Lahaina looked like before and after wildfire wreaked havoc across the town. Drag the square in the middle to toggle between before and after images. Click the plus sign to zoom in, and the minus sign to zoom out.

Video captures mob of robbers swarming Nordstrom in Los Angeles mall

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 15:51:23 GMT

(KTLA) -- Video captured a mob of thieves swarming a Nordstrom in Canoga Park as they cleared out the store during a destructive robbery on Saturday. Chaos ensued as a large group of masked thieves clad in dark clothing scrambled around the store, grabbing armfuls of designer clothing, purses, accessories and more.LAPD estimated around $60,000 to $100,000 worth of merchandise was taken.Los Angeles police received reports of the mass robbery at the Westfield Topanga mall around 4 p.m. Police said anywhere between 20-50 suspects are believed to be involved, although the exact number has not been confirmed. VIDEO: Car catches fire in San Francisco’s Marina District Video captured a mob of thieves swarming a Nordstrom in Canoga Park as they cleared out the store during a destructive robbery on August 12, 2023. (TNLA)Video captured a mob of thieves swarming a Nordstrom in Canoga Park as they cleared out the store during a destructive robbery on August 12, 2023. (TNLA)Video captured a m...

VIDEO: Car catches fire in San Francisco's Marina District

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 15:51:23 GMT

SAN FRANCISCO (KRON) -- A car caught on fire Sunday afternoon in San Francisco's Marina District. A Nissan sedan on Lombard and Lyon streets was in flames as fire crews worked to extinguish the blaze.San Francisco Fire Department crews were able to put out the fire before it spread to buildings and other vehicles. It is unknown if anyone was injured. Photos from the scene can be viewed below. Video from the scene can be viewed in the media player above. VIDEO: Cruise cars halt traffic in SF, cite ‘connectivity issues’ linked to Outside Lands festival KRON4 reached out to SFFD for more information about the fire. We are waiting to hear back.

Jessica Pegula routs Liudmila Samsonova in Montreal for 3rd career WTA Tour title

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 15:51:23 GMT

MONTREAL (AP) — Jessica Pegula routed Liudmila Samsonova 6-1, 6-0 on Sunday to win the National Bank Open for her third career WTA Tour victory.Pegula, the 29-year-old American seeded fourth, topped Samsonova after the 15th-seeded Russian beat third-seeded Elena Rybakina of Kazakhstan 1-6, 6-1, 6-2 earlier Sunday in a rain-delayed semifinal.Pegula won her semifinal Saturday, edging top-ranked Iga Swiatek 6-2, 6-7 (4), 6-4.Pegula also won tour titles in 2019 in Washington and 2022 in Guadalajara. Her parents own the NFL’s Buffalo Bills and NHL’s Buffalo Sabres.___AP tennis: https://apnews.com/hub/tennisSource

Raphinha sent off for elbowing opponent as Barcelona opens title defense with 0-0 draw at Getafe

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 15:51:23 GMT

MADRID (AP) — Defending Spanish league champion Barcelona couldn’t overcome Raphinha’s first-half red card for elbowing an opponent and was held to a 0-0 draw at Getafe in its opener on Sunday.Raphinha was sent off after hitting Getafe defender Gastón Álvarez on the head with his right elbow while fighting for position in attack in the 42nd minute. Barcelona played a man down until Getafe had Jaime Mata sent off with a second yellow card for a foul on Ronald Araujo in the 57th. Barcelona coach Xavi was sent off in the 70th for arguing with officials over a foul not being called.Barcelona had more reason to complain when it thought it had a penalty kick after Araujo was fouled inside the area nearly 10 minutes into stoppage time, but video review determined that there was a handball by Barcelona midfielder Gavi in the buildup.The match marked the debut of new Barcelona midfielder Ilkay Gundogan after his move from Manchester City in the offseason.Real Madrid won 2-0 at At...

Jalen Brunson has perfect shooting night to help US beat Spain 98-88

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 15:51:23 GMT

MALAGA, Spain (AP) — The U.S. World Cup basketball team got its first big test of the summer Sunday, and a perfect shooting night from Jalen Brunson helped ensure the Americans passed.Brunson was 9 for 9 from the field on the way to a team-best 21 points, Jaren Jackson Jr. added 14 and the U.S. pulled away in the fourth quarter to beat Spain 98-88 in a pre-World Cup exhibition between tournament favorites. Spain is the No. 1-ranked team in the world according to FIBA; the U.S. is No. 2.The Americans shot 67% — 71% on 2-pointers, 56% on 3-pointers, while holding Spain to 42% shooting.The U.S. improved to 3-0 in its pre-World Cup tour with two games left before arriving in Manila for the tournament. The Americans have averaged 101.3 points in those three games against Puerto Rico (117-74), Slovenia (92-62) and Spain, with an average winning margin of 27.7 points.The U.S. led just 73-72 going into the final 10-minute quarter, before seven straight points down the stretch pushed the lea...

‘It’s horrifying to see’: Pit bull mix found shot in head being treated at SW Miami-Dade animal clinic

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 15:51:23 GMT

A poor pup is being treated at an animal clinic in Southwest Miami-Dade after she took a bullet to the head, triggering calls for justice from the animal rescue group that rushed to her aid.A picture of the dog shows the bullet wound still visible in her head.“There’s no words for a person that could do this to an innocent animal,” said Cindy Mucciaccio with iHeart Animal Rescue.“It’s horrifying to see,” said Dana Marcus with iHeart Animal RescueIt’s a miracle this pit bull mix, named Miracle, is still alive.According to iHeart Animal Rescue, Miracle was found Saturday in North Miami.“The animal was just found walking the street with a gunshot wound to the head,” said Mucciaccio.When Miami-Dade Animal Services went to pick her up, they quickly realized she needed immediate medical attention.That’s when iHeart Animal Rescue stepped in and rushed her to Knowles Animal Clinic.“Right now, she’s not stable, so she ca...