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Pedestrian dies after being struck by vehicle in Oakland

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 17:22:39 GMT

OAKLAND — A pedestrian died Friday morning after he was struck by a vehicle in East Oakland, authorities said.No other information has been released yet about the man killed.The fatal collision happened about 10:30 a.m. Friday in the 9200 block of International Boulevard.It was not immediately known if the man was in a crosswalk when he was struck by a vehicle. The man was pronounced dead at the scene at 10:39 a.m., police said.Police said the driver of the vehicle that hit the man remained at the scene.Streets in the area were shut down while police investigated.Related ArticlesCrashes and Disasters | Case fizzles against Bay Area man suspected of vehicular manslaughter? Crashes and Disasters | East Bay motorcycle crash leaves one dead, another seriously injured Crashes and Disasters | Driver charged with vehicular manslaughter in wrong-way Highway 84 crash that killed two Crashes and Disasters | ATV rider killed in E...

SF city officials file suspension order against city contractor facing felony charges

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 17:22:39 GMT

(BCN) -- San Francisco officials filed a suspension order Wednesday to prohibit a city contractor facing multiple felony charges from getting new contracts with the city. Former city employee Rudolph Dwayne Jones and entities affiliated to him have been suspended from bidding on or being awarded new contracts or grants with the city and county of San Francisco, according to City Attorney David Chiu's office. The affiliated entities named in the suspension order are RDJ Enterprises, LLC; RDJ-Project Complete, LLC; The Southeast Consortium for Equitable Partnerships Urban Equity, LLC; and 20ROC Holdings, LLC. Nancy Pelosi says she’ll seek House reelection in 2024, dismissing talk of retirement at age 83 Mayor London Breed ordered all city departments to suspend or terminate all existing prime contracts with Jones or the affiliates identified in the suspension order, Chiu's office said. "The city will not tolerate corrupt actors trying to undermine our contracting and gr...

All lanes open on westbound Highway 92 after big rig crash

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 17:22:39 GMT

(KRON) -- A traffic collision involving a big rig that blocked all lanes on westbound Highway 92 Friday morning has been cleared, according to the California Highway Patrol. Big changes to BART service schedule starting Monday The crash occurred west of Lower Skyline Boulevard in San Mateo County. A severe traffic alert had been in effect earlier. Residual delays are still expected.

Sharma and Smith share lead at Irish Open as McIlroy struggles to mount title bid

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 17:22:39 GMT

STRAFFAN, Ireland (AP) — Shubhankar Sharma and Jordan Smith shared the halfway lead at the Irish Open on Friday as Rory McIlroy struggled to mount a bid to win his home event for the second time.Sharma shot 6-under 66 and Smith followed with a 65 as they finished the second round at The K Club on 13 under for the tournament, one shot ahead of Ross Fisher (66).Smith, the world No. 85, was the only player in the top eight ranked inside the top 100, with the leading names in the field needing a big weekend to get into contention.Shane Lowry, who was born about 45 minutes away in Clara, was alone in ninth place after a second straight 68 while McIlroy shot 70 — to lie eight off the lead on 5-under par — after a mixed end to his round.The 2016 champion and No. 2-ranked player holed out for eagle from 116 yards at No. 16, only to follow that up with a double-bogey at the 17th after finding the rough off the tee and his second shot and missing a bogey putt from 4 feet. He then got up-and-d...

Commanders open the season against the Cardinals, ushering in a new era for the franchise

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 17:22:39 GMT

Josh Harris, the leader of a group buying the Washington Commanders, speaks at an introductory NFL football news conference at FedEx Field in Landover, Md., Friday, July 21, 2023. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon)(AP/Alex Brandon) Josh Harris, the leader of a group buying the Washington Commanders, speaks at an introductory NFL football news conference at FedEx Field in Landover, Md., Friday, July 21, 2023. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon)(AP/Alex Brandon) Josh Harris and his group are the Washington Commanders’ new owners, Sam Howell is their new starting quarterback, Eric Bieniemy is their new offensive coordinator and fans have flocked back.“A lot of exciting stuff going on,” Chase Young said.It’s an exciting time for...

Chandler Jones likely out when the Las Vegas Raiders open their season at Denver

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 17:22:39 GMT

HENDERSON, Nev. (AP) — Raiders defensive end Chandler Jones is not expected to play in Sunday’s season opener at the Denver Broncos, according to Las Vegas coach Josh McDaniels.Jones hasn’t been in the Raiders’ facility this week. He twice posted disparaging remarks on social media about Raiders management before removing them.McDaniels also said Friday that backup cornerback Brandon Facyson (shin) is not expected to play against the Broncos.With Jones likely out, it could mean expanded roles for rookie Tyree Wilson, the No. 7 pick of the draft, and third-year pro Malcolm Koonce. Both are backup defensive ends on this week’s depth chart.McDaniels said other players will be considered, including some on the practice squad.“I think our entire defensive line group has really worked hard,” McDaniels said. “I think we have a little bit more depth across the board than we did last year just in general terms, and we’ll do what we have to do to be able to play the ga...

Cardinals open new regime under coach Jonathan Gannon at the Commanders, who are under new ownership

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 17:22:39 GMT

ARIZONA CARDINALS (4-13) at WASHINGTON COMMANDERS (8-8-1)Sunday, 1 p.m. EDT, FoxBETTING LINE: Commanders by 7, according to FanDuel SportsbookSERIES RECORD: Washington leads 76-47-2LAST MEETING: Cardinals beat Washington 30-15 on Sept. 20, 2020, in Glendale, Arizona.CARDINALS OFFENSE: OVERALL (22), RUSH (22), PASS (18), SCORING (21)CARDINALS DEFENSE: OVERALL (21), RUSH (14), PASS (24), SCORING (31)COMMANDERS OFFENSE: OVERALL (20), RUSH (12), PASS (21), SCORING (24)COMMANDERS DEFENSE: OVERALL (3), RUSH (11), PASS (4), SCORING (8)TURNOVER DIFFERENTIAL: Cardinals minus-5; Commanders minus-5CARDINALS PLAYER TO WATCH: DL Zaven Collins has moved to more of a pass-rushing role after spending his first two seasons as a middle linebacker. The 24-year-old had two sacks last season, but the Cardinals hope his production goes up substantially. The 16th pick in 2021 seems to have adapted well to the position change in preseason.COMMANDERS PLAYER TO WATCH: QB Sam Howell is the focal point for Was...

Man found shot dead at car wash in Aurora Thursday

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 17:22:39 GMT

DENVER (KDVR) — On Thursday, Sept. 8, the Aurora Police Department responded to a fatal shooting in the North Aurora neighborhood.At 6:13 p.m., officers responded to a welfare check on an unconscious man at a car wash at 8900 block of East Colfax, according to Aurora police.Officers determined the man was dead at the scene. An Adams County coroner found a gunshot wound on the victim.The man's death was determined as a homicide and the response of the Crime Scene Unit and the Major Crime Homicide Unit were called in, according to the press release. Get the FOX31 App: Breaking news alerts & Pinpoint Weather The name of the victim will be released by the Adams County Coroner’s Office after an autopsy and the family is notified.As for Friday, there is no suspect information.The investigation into the homicide is active and ongoing. Anyone with any information should contact Metro Denver Crime Stoppers at 720.913.STOP (7867).

Memorial held for fallen BSFR Battalion Chief Terryson Jackson at church in Sunrise

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 17:22:39 GMT

A memorial was held for Battalion Chief Terryson Jackson as a community prepares to bid farewell to the fallen officer who made the ultimate sacrifice in the line of duty. On Friday, a procession traveled around several Broward County cities as it made its way to The Faith Center Church in Sunrise.The fallen Battalion Chief’s procession began following an early morning service at the LC Pointer Funeral Home in Pompano Beach. Chief Jackson, who tragically lost his life in a helicopter crash on Aug. 28, was posthumously promoted to the rank of Battalion Chief, honoring his dedication and unwavering commitment to serving the community. 7News cameras captured Jackson’s casket draped with the American flag as service members carried it into the church. Hundreds of firefighters and law enforcement officers from neighboring counties were in attendance to give their courageous brother a final goodbye. At the ceremony inside the church, BSO Sgt. Cleavone Brooks pointed out the ma...

Miami social media influencer sentenced to five years for $1 million pandemic relief fraud

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 17:22:39 GMT

BOSTON (WSVN) – A federal court in Boston sentenced a Miami woman to five years in prison for fraudulently obtaining over $1 million in pandemic-related loans using stolen identities from more than 10 individuals. According to the Department of Justice, Danielle Miller, 32, had used the funds for personal luxuries, including chartering a private jet and renting a luxury apartment.Miller was also ordered to serve three years of supervised release. The exact amount of restitution she must pay will be determined at a later date. In March, Miller had pleaded guilty to three counts of wire fraud and two counts of aggravated identity theft.“Ms. Miller isn’t an influencer, she is a convicted felon. She stole the identities of innocent people to steal over $1.2 million in pandemic-relief loans that should have gone to people in need. In a quest for fleeting social media stardom, Ms. Miller relied on fraud to fund a lavish lifestyle of private jets, luxury apartments, and other a...