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Tens of thousands still stranded at Burning Man Festival after flooding in Nevada desert

Published Wed, 19 Feb 2025 20:57:04 GMT

Tens of thousands of partygoers stranded at the Burning Man counterculture festival by a late summer storm hoped muddy roads would reopen Monday and allow them to begin their exodus from the northern Nevada desert.Event organizers said in the morning that it was still too wet for a safe mass departure of RVs and other vehicles but hoped traffic could begin flowing later in the day with the help of sunny and mostly clear skies — even as they asked revelers to delay their exit to ease traffic on the main road.Organizers also asked attendees not to walk out of the Black Rock Desert about 110 miles (177 kilometers) north of Reno as others had done throughout the weekend, including celebrity DJ Diplo and comedian Chris Rock. They didn't specify why.The festival was closed to vehicles after more than a half-inch (1.3 centimeters) of rain fell on Friday. The road closures came just before “the Man” was to be set ablaze Saturday night. The event traditionally culminates in the tor...

Deputies shoot, kill suspect who had fatally stabbed father, LASD says

Published Wed, 19 Feb 2025 20:57:04 GMT

At least one Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department deputy opened fire and killed a man who had apparently fatally stabbed his father in Hacienda Heights Monday morning, officials said.The shooting in the 16700 block of Dawn Haven Road occurred around 5:30 a.m. after deputies responded to a reported assault, according to Lt. Hiraka and a press release from the LASD.Sheriff's officials later clarified that the situation was a family disturbance and included an alleged assault with a deadly weapon.The man, who has not been identified by authorities, was shot at least once while in front of a home and declared dead at the scene.No deputies were injured, and no further details were available.Anyone with information is encouraged to contact the LASD Homicide Bureau at 323-890-5500.To provide information anonymously, call Crime Stoppers at 800-222-TIPS (8477) or visit lacrimestoppers.org.

A man convicted of murder in Pennsylvania and wanted in Brazil remains at large after jail escape

Published Wed, 19 Feb 2025 20:57:04 GMT

WEST CHESTER, Pa. (AP) — Hundreds of law enforcement agents searched Friday for a man recently convicted of murder in Pennsylvania for the fatal stabbing of his ex-girlfriend, a day after he escaped from a county jail.Danelo Cavalcante, 34, is also wanted in his native Brazil in a separate slaying and is considered an extremely dangerous person, authorities said.The search dragged through a second day, with authorities using drones, helicopters and dogs. Searchers were focusing on railways, waterways and routes out of the area, Chester County’s district attorney, Deb Ryan, said at a news conference Friday.Ryan said authorities believe Cavalcante is trying to flee south, but also have no evidence that Cavalcante has left the area or that he is receiving assistance from others.Authorities said area residents should scan video from their doorbells or surveillance cameras for anything suspicious and check their cars, sheds and any outbuildings.They also advised people to check the homes...

SF mayor enlists Food Network star in effort to revitalize downtown

Published Wed, 19 Feb 2025 20:57:04 GMT

SAN FRANCISCO (KRON) -- In the latest move in ongoing efforts to revitalize the city's downtown district, San Francisco Mayor London Breed has announced a partnership with renowned Chef Tyler Florence. Florence is best known for being a long-running host on The Food Network, where he hosted several shows including "Globe Trekker," "Food 911," and "The Great Food Truck Race."The chef, whose previous SF eateries include the Wayfare Tavern in SF's Financial District, and Florence Fresh at SFO, formed a hospitality group, The Greater Organization in 2018. That group has been tapped by the city to bring two "artisanal cafes" to disused spaces within Union Square Plaza, according to a press release from the mayor's office. Hundreds of drug users arrested in San Francisco The two Miller & Luxe Provisions cafes will both offer lunch and all-day brunch options. One is planned for a space adjacent to Stockton Street and the other will be adjacent to Powell Street, according to the mayor...

Jaxson Dart is Mississippi’s starting QB after strong camp and opener, coach Lane Kiffin says

Published Wed, 19 Feb 2025 20:57:04 GMT

OXFORD, Miss. (AP) — There’s no doubt that Jaxson Dart is Mississippi’s starting quarterback now.Dart survived challenges from transfers Spencer Sanders and Walker Howard in fall camp and turned in a strong opener in a 73-7 victory over Mercer. Coach Lane Kiffin confirmed Monday that Dart will start for the 22nd-ranked Rebels at No. 24 Tulane on Saturday.Dart, who started most of last season, completed 18 of 23 passes for 334 yards and four touchdowns against Mercer. He also ran four times for 36 yards.“Jaxson played really well and, like I’ve said, had a really good camp and spring,” Kiffin said. “So he’s the starting quarterback. I’ve said all along we’re extremely excited about that room, the depth in that room.”The blowout afforded Kiffin a chance to get all three passers into the game.Sanders was 8-of-14 passing for 134 yards and two touchdowns. He was a four-year starter at Oklahoma State.Howard, who came over from SEC rival LSU, was 3 of 4 ...

Migrante inicia labor de parto en el techo de un tren en México rumbo a EE.UU.

Published Wed, 19 Feb 2025 20:57:04 GMT

(CNN Español) –– Una migrante venezolana en México dio a luz tras iniciar el trabajo de parto en el techo de un tren, al cual se había subido rumbo hacia Estados Unidos, informó este sábado el Instituto Nacional de Migración (INM).En un comunicado, la entidad añadió que, junto a su esposo y dos hijos pequeños, la mujer subió “con esfuerzo hasta el techo de un vagón” del ferrocarril en Irapuato, Guanajuato, en el centro del país.Según el INM, la migrante aguantó los dolores de parto por varios días en compañía de su familia y “decenas de personas de otros países”, hasta que el 25 de agosto en la madrugada tuvo que ser trasladada de emergencia al Hospital General de Pabellón de Arteaga, en Aguascalientes, a alrededor de 800 kilómetros del punto más cercano de la frontera norte de México. De acuerdo con las autoridades, la mujer “tuvo que bajar de urgencia y con ayuda de agentes federales de Migración”.“Horas después, recibió en sus brazos una niña que espera obtener en los próximos dí...

Brazil drops Man United winger Antony from squad after accusations of domestic abuse

Published Wed, 19 Feb 2025 20:57:04 GMT

SAO PAULO (AP) — Brazil dropped Manchester United winger Antony from its squad for two upcoming World Cup qualifiers after Brazilian media on Monday published details of alleged domestic abuse against his ex-girlfriend. The Brazilian soccer confederation said Antony will not be part of the team for games against Bolivia and Peru “due to the facts that became public on Monday.”Antony’s ex-girlfriend reported him to police on May 20 over alleged domestic violence, accusations that he denied in June and again on Monday. Brazilian media published alleged exchanges between the two, in which the player appears to threaten and intimidate the woman on several occasions.Brazil’s soccer body said the case “needs to be investigated” and that the player’s removal was aimed at protecting him, the alleged victim and the national team.Sao Paulo police confirmed to The Associated Press that an investigation is ongoing, but did not provide details. The 23-year-old Antony posted a statement on ...

Nueve muertos dejan enfrentamientos entre el ELN y disidencias de las FARC en Colombia, dice gobernador de Arauca

Published Wed, 19 Feb 2025 20:57:04 GMT

(CNN) — Un conflicto entre dos grupos rebeldes colombianos terminó con la vida de nueve personas e hirió a cinco más, dijo este lunes el gobernador de Arauca, Wilinton Rodríguez.Según Rodríguez, las autoridades aún no identificaron a las nueve víctimas asesinadas. Una niña indígena de 14 años está entre las cinco personas heridas en los enfrentamientos entre miembros del Ejército de Liberación Nacional (ELN) y disidentes de las Fuerzas Armadas Revolucionarias de Colombia (FARC).El Gobierno colombiano y el ELN acuerdan cese del fuego nacional y bilateral por 6 mesesEl gobernador también dijo que se están realizando investigaciones con la Fiscalía General.Los territorios donde se reportaron los enfrentamientos ahora están bajo control del Ejército de Colombia, y los soldados permanecerán en la zona cumpliendo tareas de seguridad.Rodríguez también instó a los grupos rebeldes a dejar a los civiles fuera de los enfrentamientos.The-CNN-Wire™ & © 2023 Cable News Networ...

Monday’s Transactions

Published Wed, 19 Feb 2025 20:57:04 GMT

BASEBALLMajor League BaseballAmerican LeagueBOSTON RED SOX — Claimed RHP Logan Gillaspie off waivers from Baltimore and optioned him to Worcester (IL). Transferred OF Jarren Duran from the 10-day IL to the 60-day ILCHICAGO WHITE SOX — Placed RHP Jimmy Lambert on the 15-day IL. Designated C Seby Zavala for assignment. Recalled RHP Declan Cronin from Charlotte (IL).KANSAS CITY ROYALS —Reinstated RHP Brady Singer from the paternity list. Optioned 2B Samad Taylor to Omaha (IL). MINNESOTA TWINS — Recalled RHP Louie Varland from St. Paul (IL). Optioned RHP Cole Sands to St. Paul.OAKLAND ATHLETICS — Reinstated RHP Luis Medina from the 15-day IL. Optioned LHP Kirby Snead to Las Vegas (PCL).National LeagueARIZONA DIAMONDBACKS — Selected the contract of RHP Andrew Saalfrank from Reno (PCL). Transferred OF Dominic Fletcher from the 7-day IL to the 60-day IL. Optioned RHP Slade Cecconi to Reno.CINCINNATI REDS — Optioned RHP Brett Kennedy to Louisville (IL). Selected the contract of RHP Michael ...

Crews battling wildfire in Jefferson County

Published Wed, 19 Feb 2025 20:57:04 GMT

DENVER (KDVR) -- Several agencies responded to a wildfire on Rainbow Hill near Evergreen on Monday, and some homes were evacuated as the fire grew bigger.The fire started Monday afternoon, according to Evergreen Fire Rescue. As of 3:41 p.m., the fire was near the Summit Ranch neighborhood but no structures were threatened and no evacuations were in place, Foothills Fire Protection District said.Just 15 minutes later, Foothills Fire Protection District said Summit Ranch Drive was under evacuation. As of 4:35 p.m., the fire was 75% contained, and those who were ordered to evacuate were under pre-evacuation only, meaning evacuation was voluntary.This story will be updated as more information becomes available.