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How Kevon Looney transformed for the Warriors — and what could return from his ‘Baby Durant’ days

Published Mon, 16 Dec 2024 13:37:53 GMT

SAN FRANCISCO — Warriors center Kevon Looney hasn’t made a 3-point shot in three years. He has tried only twice. Even a mid-range jumper from the big man is seen as a surprise.But that doesn’t mean Looney can’t shoot.As the Warriors look to retool following a disappointing postseason, is it possible that Looney could take on an expanded role in the Warriors’ offense next season?“There’s still a lot I can do with the ball, shooting, a lot of things,” Looney said recently. “It depends what’s called for.”Larry Harris, the longtime Warriors’ assistant GM and former GM of the Milwaukee Bucks, remembers seeing tape of Looney in high school. Before Looney became a 6-foot-9 center capable of boxing out some of the strongest big men in the league, he was a skinny, 6-foot-9 guard who scored 45 points in his final game for Milwaukee Hamilton High.Harris can easily envision Looney one day becoming a guy who doesn’t just get rebounds and dish the ball back to the perimete...

Crash involving Tesla creates traffic nightmare on 101 in Mountain View

Published Mon, 16 Dec 2024 13:37:53 GMT

(KRON) -- A Tesla was rear ended by a Ford F-150 truck near the Ellis Street on ramp on US 101 North in Mountain View Tuesday morning, leading to snarled traffic and commuter delays. The accident occurred just before 9:45 a.m., according to a traffic alert. 10-year-old girl was allegedly killed by her mother, Oakland city councilmember says The wreck is blocking the middle lanes. The Tesla suffered moderate rear end damage.No injuries or fatalities have been reported.This is a developing story. Check back for updates.

Half Moon Bay High School evacuated due to bomb threat

Published Mon, 16 Dec 2024 13:37:53 GMT

(KRON) -- Half Moon Bay High School was evacuated Tuesday morning due to a bomb threat. Officials said the evacuation is out of an "abundance of caution" at the request of the San Mateo County Sheriff's Department.Officials ask that no one comes to the school unless notified so police can investigate.San Mateo County Sheriff's officials said they had been hearing rumors of a bomb threat for the past few days. The school received a call about a bomb threat at 9:30 a.m. Tuesday, police said.They are investigating out of caution since it had become a big concern within the community but have deemed it not a credible threat.Police said any threat made to public is taken seriously and anyone who is found making threats will be prosecuted to the fullest extent of the law.This story is developing and will be updated.

Mountain lion spotted along River Park Trail in Cloverdale

Published Mon, 16 Dec 2024 13:37:53 GMT

(BCN) -- A mountain lion was spotted Tuesday morning in the area of a trail in Cloverdale so police are warning residents to use caution when walking in the area. The sighting was reported around 8:30 a.m. along the River Park Trail, where the mountain lion was heading east toward the river, according to Cloverdale police. Child attacked and robbed at San Francisco park Police officers along with North Bay Animal Services responded to the area to investigate the sighting, but the big cat was not seen again. People who see a mountain lion are encouraged to not approach it, and should make themselves appear as large as possible while picking up children, keeping pets on leash and staying close to any other adults. More information about safety around the animals can be found at the Mountain Lion Foundation at https://mountainlion.org/. Copyright © 2023 Bay City News, Inc.

3 arrested after theft when stolen car crashes into building in Petaluma

Published Mon, 16 Dec 2024 13:37:53 GMT

(KRON) -- Three men were arrested in Petaluma over the weekend after a stolen car one of the suspects was driving crashed through the wall of a store, according to the Petaluma Police Department. The car crashed after the suspects abandoned the vehicle without putting it into park following a theft from a nearby Kohl's, police said.Around 6:23 p.m. Sunday, Petaluma police responded to reports of a theft at a Kohl's. Three men, later identified as Edwin Cannon, 21, of Santa Rosa, Juan Urquiaga, 27, of Santa Rosa, and Robert Artiega, 33, of Cotati, allegedly left the store with about $640 in merchandise without paying. The suspects allegedly worked together to cut off security devices and conceal merchandise, police said.Police confronted Urquiaga and Artiega on their way out of the store. Police said Urquiaga was found to be on Post Release Community Supervision (PRCS) and in possession of burglary tools and drug paraphernalia. Arteaga was found to be on probation, police said.Cannon...

US beats Sweden in OT at ice hockey worlds, Canada defeats Czech Republic

Published Mon, 16 Dec 2024 13:37:53 GMT

TAMPERE, Finland (AP) — Dylan Samberg scored in overtime and the United States beat Sweden 4-3 on Tuesday to finish the group stage with a perfect record at the ice hockey world championship.Samberg’s winner from the slot 1:37 into overtime clinched first place for the United States in Group A, two points in front of Sweden, ahead of Thursday’s quarterfinal games.The Americans lead 3-1 in the third period but Leo Carlsson scored his second goal before Timothy Liljegren equalized with 2:31 left to force overtime.Nick Bonino and Conor Garland had answered Carlsson’s opener with power play goals and Lane Hutson stretched the advantage to 3-1 on a breakaway.In the Latvia’s capital of Riga, Canada defeated the Czech Republic 3-1 to finish second in Group B.Peyton Krebs gave Canada an early 1-0 lead and Tyler Myers scored the go-ahead goal in the third after Martin Kaut tied it in the second. Lawson Crouse finished it off with an empty net goal.Canada completed the group...

Recent shark bites scary, but serious injuries remain vanishingly rare

Published Mon, 16 Dec 2024 13:37:53 GMT

PORTLAND, Maine (AP) — Recent shark bites in Florida and Hawaii and a suspected case in New Jersey have piqued interest in an age-old summer question for beachgoers — is it safe to go in the water?Scientists and researchers who study sharks said the overwhelming answer to that question is yes, it is safe. Potentially dangerous interactions between humans and sharks are uncommon, and serious injuries and deaths from the bites are vanishingly rare, scientists said.Nonetheless, the dramatic nature of shark bites and the stories of survivors, such as Hawaii surfer Mike Morita’s tale of fighting off a shark in April, capture the imagination. It’s a good idea to remember just how rare shark bites truly are, scientists said.HOW OFTEN DO SHARK BITES OCCUR?There have been typically around 70 to 80 unprovoked shark bites annually, worldwide, over the past decade. And not only are shark bites rare, they’ve been especially rare recently.There were only 57 unprovoked bites last...

Canadian appointee: Reports of China interference too sensitive for public inquiry

Published Mon, 16 Dec 2024 13:37:53 GMT

TORONTO (AP) — The man charged with recommending how to deal with leaked intelligence reports that China interfered in Canada’s federal election said Tuesday that the leaked material is too sensitive for a public inquiry.Opposition parties have demanded a full public inquiry on the alleged Chinese interference since reports about it earlier this year by the Globe and Mail newspaper. It cited unidentified intelligence sources that China preferred to see Prime Minister Justin Trudeau’s Liberals re-elected in the 2021 election and worked to defeat Conservative politicians considered unfriendly to Beijing.Trudeau appointee David Johnston announced recommendations Tuesday saying that a public inquiry into the leaked materials could not take place because of the sensitivity of the intelligence. However, he recommended public hearings on broader issues, including on foreign influence in Canada’s political system.Trudeau appointed Johnston, a family friend and a former gov...

Broncos release Brandon McManus, last holdover from team that won Super Bowl 50

Published Mon, 16 Dec 2024 13:37:53 GMT

DENVER (AP) — The Denver Broncos severed ties with kicker Brandon McManus on Tuesday as they released the last holdover player from the team that won Super Bowl 50.The 31-year-old McManus announced he was being let go on social media shortly before the Broncos made it official.McManus finished his nine-year career with Denver as the second-leading scorer in team history (946 points). He connected on a franchise-most 42 field goals of 50 or more yards in the regular season and the playoffs.“Brandon has been a key player and presence with the Broncos for nearly a decade, making outstanding contributions to our team and community,” Broncos general manager George Paton said in a statement. “Developing into one of the NFL’s most productive kickers, Brandon made so many clutch kicks for this franchise over the years as a Super Bowl champion and team captain. “He will always hold a special place in Denver Broncos history. We thank Brandon for all he did for the Broncos, and we wish h...

Aaron Rodgers warms up, but doesn’t practice for Jets in first session open to media

Published Mon, 16 Dec 2024 13:37:53 GMT

FLORHAM PARK, N.J. (AP) — Aaron Rodgers never made it past warmups in his first New York Jets practice in front of the media.The 39-year-old quarterback, acquired last month from Green Bay, participated in early stretching and did other exercises Tuesday before he watched quarterback drills. Rodgers remained on the field during practice, but was without his helmet and threw no passes. There was no immediate word from the team on whether Rodgers perhaps tweaked something. He did not appear to have a noticeable limp, but he stretched his lower legs and ankles several times throughout the practice.Organized team activities began Monday and Rodgers participated in practice, with the Jets tweeting out photos and videos of the quarterback throwing passes. The session Tuesday marked the first with media in attendance, and a few dozen reporters showed up to watch Rodgers practice as a member of the Jets for the first time. New York acquired Rodgers, the No. 15 overall pick and a fifth-round...