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Cable-car accident in San Francisco sends 6 to hospital

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 15:54:21 GMT

Bay City News ServiceSix cable car passengers suffered minor injuries Monday afternoon when a cable car came to an abrupt halt on a steep hill to avoid hitting a car in an intersection in San Francisco’s Nob Hill neighborhood, fire officials said.Related ArticlesTransportation | Another leak at Martinez refinery brings hazardous materials team Transportation | At least 16 migrants killed in bus crash in Mexico Transportation | Collision at major Brentwood intersection injures 12-year-old on bike Transportation | Man fires gun to get wedding’s attention, shoots grandson, 12 Transportation | Park Service says search for missing Point Reyes swimmer is now a ‘recovery effort’ The incident happened about 12:30 p.m. as the cable car was headed down Washington Street, approaching the intersection of Taylor Street, Lt. Mariano Elias said.The cable car operator engaged the emergency brake ...

49ers receive positive injury updates one day after beating Cowboys

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 15:54:21 GMT

The final score of 42-10 belied the physicality of the opponent in the 49ers’ blowout win over the Dallas Cowboys.But the 49ers these days are all about good news, and that was the case Monday in the aftermath of the club’s fifth 5-0 start in franchise history.The 49ers take to the road in Week 6 to face Cleveland (2-2), which is coming off a bye.The big concern was initially reported as a right biceps injury for guard Aaron Banks, who along with tackle Trent Williams has comprised one of the formidable left sides in the NFL.Upon further review, Banks’ injury wasn’t to his biceps, which could have meant a long absence.“Banks ended up being a shoulder, a mild strain, he’ll be day to day,” 49ers coach Kyle Shanahan said in a conference call with local media. “Any time it’s a biceps, you’re obviously nervous about it, and it’s still an injury but not as bad as it could have been.”Running back Christian McCaffrey, m...

San Jose Sharks first-round draft pick earns early birthday present with NHL roster spot

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 15:54:21 GMT

SAN JOSE – William Eklund was determined to make the San Jose Sharks roster out of training camp this year, even though he was only about six months removed from having surgery to repair a torn labrum on his left shoulder.After an impressive training camp in which he improved with each passing day, Eklund reached his goal, as the Swedish-born forward on Monday was named a part of the Sharks’ 23-man opening night roster.“It means a lot. I worked (hard) for this,” Eklund said. “Now my job is to be here all year. So my focus is on that.”It just so happens that the Sharks’ season-opening game on Thursday against the Vegas Golden Knights also falls on Eklund’s 21st birthday. He said his parents will likely be in attendance for the game at SAP Center.“It’s my birthday and it’s opening night,” said Eklund, who was drafted seventh overall by the Sharks in 2021. “So, it’s a good day.”NHL teams had to submit their salary-cap-compliant rosters of 23 players or less by 2 p.m. (PDT) ...

6 passengers injured after Cable Car stops abruptly to avoid car

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 15:54:21 GMT

SAN FRANCISCO (KRON) -- Six people were injured after a cable car came to an abrupt halt on a steep hill to avoid a car Monday. The incident occurred at Washington Street and Taylor Street in San Francisco's Nob Hill neighborhood. Initial reports indicated that seven people were injured in the incident, however fire officials later said only six passengers suffered minor injuries.The incident occurred around 12:30 p.m. People are being advised to avoid the area and emergency crews are on the scene, according to the San Francisco Department of Emergency Management. Bay Area restaurants imposing ‘vomit fee’ on Sunday brunch-goers The cable car operator engaged the emergency brake to avoid hitting a car in the middle of the intersection, according to San Francisco Fire Department Lt. Mariano Elias. Passengers aboard the car were thrown forward by the sudden stop.One witness described the vehicle in the intersection as a Black Toyota Prius.Traffic delays are expected and people are be...

Novato names new police chief 

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 15:54:21 GMT

(KRON) -- Jim Naugle has been announced as the city of Novato’s thirteen Chief of Police. Naugle will begin the role Oct. 23. “Jim’s proven record of accomplishment and leadership with Sonoma County Sheriff’s Office makes him an excellent match for the Novato Police Department and for our community,” said City Manager Adam McGill. “His depth of knowledge, measured style, and commitment to transparency will help ensure we maintain the high level of public safety standards that our community has come to expect.” Bay Area celebrity chef Michael Chiarello dies at 61 Chief Naugle began his career with the Novato Police Department in 1998. Naugle worked patrol and was a Defensive Tactics Instructor, DARE instructor, and Special Response Team member.Since 2002, Chief Naugle has worked for the Sonoma County Sheriff’s Office, serving as a Patrol Deputy, Sergeant, Lieutenant, Captain, and is currently second in command as the Assistant Sheriff, overseeing the Law Enforcement Division o...

Barricaded domestic violence suspect surrenders after 6-hour standoff in Petaluma

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 15:54:21 GMT

(BCN) -- A 33-year-old Petaluma man suspected of domestic violence and holding a woman captive was arrested over the weekend after a six-hour standoff with police.Officers were called about 6:10 p.m. Saturday to the 700 block of Lakeville Circle, where there were reports of a woman screaming and items being thrown inside an apartment.Officers had been there twice over the past two weeks, and after those calls Kenneth Massucco was arrested on suspicion of felony domestic violence, failing to let a woman leave the apartment, threatening to shoot officers, and resisting arrest. 7 injured in Cable Car accident at Washington and Taylor Petaluma police had sought an emergency protection order, which was granted by a judge, that prohibited Massucco from being at the apartment or having contact with the victim. When officers arrived Saturday, however, it appeared Massucco had returned. They could hear a door being nailed shut from the inside of the apartment and the suspect came to th...

Texans look to complete drives after settling for field goals in 21-19 loss to Falcons

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 15:54:21 GMT

HOUSTON (AP) — Again and again on Sunday against Atlanta, the Houston Texans failed to get in the end zone and settled for field goals.They finally scored their only touchdown of the game late in the fourth quarter, but the Falcons used a last-second field goal to get a 21-19 victory.Houston (2-3) was left to lament its missed opportunities after settling for four field goals before rookie quarterback C.J. Stroud orchestrated the late TD drive.“Third down wasn’t good enough, red zone wasn’t good enough,” coach DeMeco Ryans said. “We needed to get points there and we didn’t. Credit to Atlanta; they have a really good defense and did a really good job of forcing us to kick field goals in those positions.”Stroud, the second overall pick in the draft, was disappointed that the Texans couldn’t finish drives this weekend after combining to score 67 points in their previous two wins.“It is hard when you live in third-and-long,” Stroud said. “I think (Sunday) was probably our worst day in t...

3 of 4 killed in crash involving stolen SUV fleeing attempted traffic stop were teens, police say

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 15:54:21 GMT

MITCHELLVILLE, Md. (AP) — Three teenagers were among four people killed in a fiery crash involving a stolen SUV fleeing from an attempted traffic stop in Maryland, police said on Monday.The driver of the vehicle was identified as Marquay Swann, 14, of Lanham and two passengers were identified as Zyshaun Cuffey, 15, of Glenarden, and Serenity Sellman, 15, of Upper Marlboro, Prince George’s County Police Department said in a statement. The medical examiner’s office was still working to confirm the identity of the fourth person, police said.According to police, officers attempted a traffic stop on a Kia Sorento with expired temporary tags on Sept. 29.“Officers briefly attempted to pursue the Kia but lost sight of the vehicle and disengaged,” the news release said.About four minutes later, according to an “independent witness,” police said the driver of the Kia used the shoulder of a roadway to attempt a pass, lost control and hit a tree in Mitchellville.The Maryland attorney general’s ...

Newfound depth is helping fuel the Colts’ ride into AFC South lead

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 15:54:21 GMT

INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — Indianapolis Colts coach Shane Steichen tailored his offense around rookie quarterback Anthony Richardson and 2021 NFL rushing champ Jonathan Taylor.Gardner Minshew and Zack Moss look pretty comfortable in it, too.With Richardson suffering his third injury in four games Sunday and being ruled out of next weekend’s matchup at Jacksonville with an AC joint injury in his throwing shoulder, and Taylor still working his way into game condition after a 10-month absence, the unlikely combination of Minshew and Moss has somehow given Indy a share of the AFC South lead.Steichen isn’t surprised by how they’ve played.“I think (Minshew) is an elite processor of the game,” Steichen said, referring to what he saw the previous two seasons when they worked together in Philadelphia. “When you’ve got a guy that can process the game quickly and make quick decisions … he’s really good, he’s accurate, he knows where to go with the football at...

Joe Burrow and Ja’Marr Chase give the Bengals needed boost at Arizona

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 15:54:21 GMT

CINCINNATI (AP) — Joe Burrow was scrambling and throwing touchdown passes to Ja’Marr Chase again, just in time to keep the Bengals from letting the season slip away. The Cincinnati quarterback looked unfettered by a lingering right calf injury, and receiver Chase had one of his best days as a pro in the 34-20 win over the Arizona Cardinals. The Bengals improved to 2-3 amid signs they might be returning to the form that made them AFC North champions the past two years. They scored a first-half touchdown for the first time this season. The three Burrow-to-Chase touchdowns matched the team’s total TD output in the first four games combined.“We’re taking a step closer to who we really are,” Chase said. “We keep facing adversity this year. It’s not going to be an easy season. Right now, we’ll just take it step by step.”Burrow strained a calf muscle on July 27, and it limited his mobility through the first four games. On Sunday, he was 36 for 46 for 317 yards with three TDs an...