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IRS addresses rumor surrounding stimulus checks

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:51:00 GMT

No, Californians will not be receiving another round of economic stimulus checks - nor will other Americans, for that matter.The Internal Revenue Service is debunking a rumor widely shared on social media that claimed a fourth round of payments would be issued to residents of 10 states starting Nov. 30, ranging from $250 to several thousand dollars.Anthony Burke, a spokesperson with the IRS, told SFGATE that his office has received multiple calls about the rumor, and it's simply not true."There is no fourth round of [stimulus checks] from the Treasury Department," he told the news outlet. Are more inflation relief checks coming in California? The final round of payments, which were billed as inflation relief checks in California, were issued in early 2023. By now, all eligible recipients should have already received their payments either by direct deposit or a debit card in the mail.According to the state, more than $9 billion was paid out as part of the program, which w...

Behind Curry and Kuminga, Warriors flip flat start into win over Portland

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:51:00 GMT

SAN FRANCISCO — The Warriors overcame a flat first half and turned out a 110-106 win over the Portland Trail Blazers on Wednesday night at Chase Center.After being down by as many as many as 11 to the bottom-feeding Trail Blazers, Golden State’s turning point came late in the third quarter. Portland’s young stars Anfernee Simons and Shaedon Sharpe were torching the Warriors, but Jonathan Kuminga’s entry into the game with just under five minutes left in the third countered Portland’s athleticism.In just under 16 minutes, Kuminga had 13 points and was a team-best plus-13 with two steals — including a pivotal one on Portland’s inbound pass that led to a Steph Curry 3-pointer that extended their lead to four.Related ArticlesGolden State Warriors | Warriors through 20 games: The good, the bad and the ugly Golden State Warriors | Chris Paul, Andrew Wiggins probable to play against Portland Golden State Warriors | ...

Two arrested in connection with downtown Walnut Creek robbery, pistol-whipping

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:51:00 GMT

WALNUT CREEK – Two people were arrested in connection with a robbery and pistol-whipping Tuesday evening in downtown Walnut Creek, according to police.Related ArticlesCrime and Public Safety | Oakland: Man charged with killing ex-girlfriend’s brother after allegedly showing up armed with knife, pipe Crime and Public Safety | Man charged in deadly East Bay house party shooting Crime and Public Safety | East Bay pastor charged with 16 counts in four-victim child molestation case Crime and Public Safety | East Bay family party leads to attempted murder charges for one attendee Crime and Public Safety | East Bay jet pilot indicted over in-flight sabotage incident, but not for attempted murder The robbery happened around 7:35 p.m. in the 1500 block of Bonanza Street, the Walnut Creek Police Department said in a news release. At the scene, officers found two victims who said they had been robbed by three...

What is the weird smell near Point Richmond?

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:51:00 GMT

(KRON) -- The Bay Area Air Quality Management District received several complaints this week about "sewage-like odors" in the Point Richmond area. BAAQMD says the pungent smell comes from elevated hydrogen sulfide levels at the City of Richmond's Wastewater Treatment Plant. The air district measured the elevated levels at 9:05 a.m. Tuesday and completed an investigation of the facility two hours later. "The Air District is closely monitoring an odor issue from the City of Richmond’s wastewater treatment facility. The site has been conducting various onsite planned construction projects that may be the cause of recent rotten egg odors in the Point Richmond area." BAAQMD said. More rain on the way to Bay Area Staff at the wastewater plant said the facility was undergoing scheduled construction involving equipment associated with the wastewater treatment process. Veolia Water West Operating Services, which operates the plant, said it is part of a $42 million project to improve envir...

Eduardo Rodriguez and Arizona Diamondbacks agree to $80 million, 4-year deal, AP source says

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:51:00 GMT

PHOENIX (AP) — The Arizona Diamondbacks and pitcher Eduardo Rodriguez have agreed to an $80 million, four-year contract, according to a person with direct knowledge of the deal.The person spoke to The Associated Press on condition of anonymity Wednesday night because the team had not announced the move.Rodriguez gives the National League champions another quality starter for their rotation. The 30-year-old left-hander spent the past two seasons with the Detroit Tigers and went 13-9 with a 3.30 ERA in 2023. He spent his first six seasons with the Boston Red Sox and had his best year in 2019, going 19-6 with a 3.81 ERA in 34 starts.Rodriguez joins a Diamondbacks rotation that includes NL Cy Young Award finalist Zac Gallen, veteran Merrill Kelly and youngsters like righty Brandon Pfaadt and lefty Tommy Henry. ESPN first reported Rodriguez and the Diamondbacks had reached a deal.___AP MLB: https://apnews.com/MLBSource

Marchessault, Eichel lift Golden Knights to 6-3 win over Bues

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:51:00 GMT

ST. LOUIS (AP) — Jonathan Marchessault scored his 200th career goal and Jack Eichel added a goal and an assist, leading the Vegas Golden Knights to a 6-3 victory over the St. Louis Blues on Wednesday night.Zach Whitecloud, Keegan Kolesar, Michael Amadio and William Karlsson also scored for Vegas, and Logan Thompson had 26 saves.Jordan Kyrou, Jake Neighbours and Kevin Hayes had goals for St. Louis, and Jordan Binnington had a season-high 43 saves.The two teams played Monday in Las Vegas with the Blues winning 2-1 in overtime. St. Louis has now alternated wins and losses in its past eight games.The Golden Knights scored four second period goals, including two on the power play, to take command. The first three goals came in less than three minutes of play.Vegas got on the scoreboard first 8:03 into the game when Whitecloud scored his first goal of the season, finding the top corner for the goal. The Blues now are 1-11-1 when allowing the first goal in a game.St. Louis then scored thre...

Today in History: December 7, Japan attacks Pearl Harbor

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:51:00 GMT

Today in History Today is Thursday, Dec. 7, the 341st day of 2023. There are 24 days left in the year. Today’s Highlight in History: On Dec. 7, 1941, the Empire of Japan launched an air raid on the U.S. Navy base at Pearl Harbor in Hawaii as well as targets in Malaya, Hong Kong, Guam, the Philippines and Wake Island; the United States declared war against Japan the next day. On this date: In 1787, Delaware became the first state to ratify the U.S. Constitution. In 1796, electors chose John Adams to be the second president of the United States. In 1917, during World War I, the United States declared war on Austria-Hungary. In 1963, during the Army-Navy game, videotaped instant replay was used for the first time in a live sports telecast. In 1972, America’s last moon mission to date was launched as Apollo 17 blasted off from Cape Canaveral. In 1982, convicted murderer Charlie Brooks Jr. became the first U.S. prisoner to be executed by injection, at a prison in Huntsville, Texas. In 19...

J Balvin returns to his reggaeton roots on the romantic ‘Amigos’ — and no, it is not about Bad Bunny

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:51:00 GMT

LAS VEGAS (AP) — At a Frank Sinatra-themed restaurant in the lobby of Encore, a luxury hotel and casino on the Vegas strip, Colombian musician J Balvin sat down to discuss his interest in Formula One. Balvin was the only artist at last month’s Las Vegas Grand Prix to perform twice doing their motorsport weekend — for him, it was an opportunity to participate in a global sport as a global musician. It also allowed him to tease his latest single, the reggaeton track “Amigos,” on the Sphere, the largest LED screen on Earth.A one point during the week, an ad with a photo number projected on the Sphere read “J Balvin doesn’t need more friends.”Fans could’ve misinterpreted it as a response to a verse on Bad Bunny’s track “Thunder y Lightning.” On it, the Puerto Rican star says “Ustedes me han visto con los mismo mientras ustedes son amigo de todo el mundo como Balvin.” In English, it translates to “You guys have seen me with the same people while you all are ...

Bulls guard Zach LaVine needs 3 to 4 more weeks of rehab on right foot

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:51:00 GMT

CHICAGO (AP) — Chicago Bulls guard Zach LaVine could be sidelined through the rest of December because of inflammation in his right foot.The Bulls said Wednesday night after their 111-100 victory over Charlotte that the two-time All-Star will need three to four more weeks of rehab. LaVine missed his third straight game, with Chicago going 3-0.LaVine signed a five-year, $215.16 million extension after the 2021-22 season. He’s averaging 21 points in 18 games — and has been the topic of recent trade speculation.___AP NBA: https://apnews.com/hub/nbaSource

Jace Carter scores 14 points as No. 21 Texas A&M routs DePaul 89-64

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:51:00 GMT

COLLEGE STATION, Texas (AP) — Jace Carter scored 14 points and Wade Taylor IV and Henry Coleman III added 13 each as No. 21 Texas A&M raced to a 32-point halftime lead and cruised to a 89-64 win over DePaul on Wednesday night.The Aggies made 14 3-pointers, which is tied for second-most in school history. Texas A&M (7-2) led 62-30 at halftime for its most points in a first half since scoring 65 against Grambling in 2006. The Aggies made 11 of their 3-pointers before the break, led by four from Carter and three from Taylor. Carter entered the game shooting just 17% on 3-pointers, but made 4 of 7 Wednesday night. “I believe in Jace, I believed in him from the first time I met him,” coach Buzz Williams said. “He’s easy to cheer for. He’s incredibly consistent as a worker.”Teammate Manny Obaseki also raved about Carter. “Jace has been working every single day,” he said. “There’s no surprise to it when he’s making shots because he’s been working.” Carter said he was helped this we...