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Eight things to know about California’s new state Assembly speaker

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 18:16:05 GMT

California’s Assembly Speaker is among the Golden State’s most powerful political positions, a perch considered second only to the governor in influence. It has catapulted the careers of many legendary politicians, from Ralph M. Brown to Jesse “Big Daddy” Unruh to Willie Brown.On Friday, for the first time in more than seven years, the Assembly gavel was passed to a new Speaker: Assemblyman Robert Rivas, 43, a Democrat whose district stretches from Gilroy to King City and includes Hollister, Watsonville and Salinas, replaces fellow Democrat Anthony Rendon, 55, of Los Angeles County.So what do you need to know about this shift of power in the Capitol?The role of SpeakerThe Speaker presides over California’s 80-member state Assembly, appointing committee chairs and controlling the flow of legislation through hearings and votes. Elected by the full Assembly, the Speaker is nominated by the majority party caucus, becoming its leader and influencing campaign...

Crews battle fire at religious center in San Jose

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 18:16:05 GMT

(KRON) -- Crews are responding to a structure fire Friday afternoon, the San Jose Fire Department announced on Twitter. The fire happened at an unnamed religious center on the 1100 block of University Avenue.As of 2:10 p.m., the fire has been knocked down and was upgraded to a second alarm, per SJFD. No injuries were reported at this time. As of 2:30 p.m., the fire is "under control," and SJFD said firefighters will remain on scene for another hour.SJFD first tweeted about the fire at 1:50 p.m. Authorities are advising the public to avoid the area at this time. SJFD tweeted photos of the scene (below).(San Jose Fire Department)(San Jose Fire Department)KRON On is streaming news live now.embed-container { position: relative; padding-bottom: 56.25%; height: 0; overflow: hidden; max-width: 100%; } .embed-container iframe, .embed-container object, .embed-container embed { position: absolute; top: 0; left: 0; width: 100%; height: 100%; }No other details were immediately available.This st...

French phenom Wembanyama is enjoying his time on the court with draft hoopla over

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 18:16:05 GMT

SAN ANTONIO (AP) — French phenom Victor Wembanyama has made the rounds of national television talk shows after being selected as the No. 1 overall pick in the NBA draft.The 7-foot-3-plus center has conducted more press conferences than he can count. He has attended numerous public appearances and he even squeezed in a dinner with a group of Hall of Famers.It comes with being perhaps one of the most hyped prospects the NBA has ever seen. A charismatic 19-year-old who has the agility and the skills of a guard while standing taller than almost everyone, it’s little wonder Wembanyama’s time has been stretched more than his 8-foot wingspan.“I think I’ve spent more time with the media than on the court,” Wembanyama said Friday as he met the media for the first time since starting work with the team.After being tasked with so many commitments off the court, Wembanyama finally took to the court Wednesday to practice with the Spurs for the first time as they prepare for upcoming summer leagu...

Smart Global, Progress Software rise; Nike falls, Friday, 6/30/2023

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 18:16:05 GMT

NEW YORK (AP) — Stocks that traded heavily or had substantial price changes on Friday:Nike, down $3.00 to $110.37The purveyor of sneakers and other athletic apparel’s profits missed Wall Street’s forecasts.Smart Global, up $2.38 to $29.01The business technology company beat analysts’ third-quarter forecasts and said it stood to benefit from the recent AI boom.Aurinia Pharmaceuticals, up 52 cents to $9.68The biopharmaceutical company said its board is considering options including a sale.Apple, up $4.38 to $193.97Apple became the first publicly traded company to be worth $3 trillion.Progress Software, up $3.22 to $58.10The maker of OpenEdge business software reported earnings that easily beat Wall Street’s forecasts. Circor International, up $2.65 to $56.45KKR’s sweetened $56-a-share offer for Circor was accepted. Constellation Brands, down 72 cents to $246.13The maker of Modelo beer reported strong quarterly results but lowered its full-year profit outl...

Texas grand jury issues capital murder charge against suspected gunman who killed 5 neighbors near Houston

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 18:16:05 GMT

CLEVELAND, Texas (AP) — Texas grand jury issues capital murder charge against suspected gunman who killed 5 neighbors near Houston.Source

New Jersey governor considers 5-year extension of internet gambling

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 18:16:05 GMT

TRENTON, N.J. (AP) — A bill to extend internet gambling in New Jersey for another five years is in the hands of Gov. Phil Murphy, following its approval Friday by the state Legislature.The measure was approved by the state Assembly and Senate with minimal opposition from lawmakers, and now goes to the Democratic governor for action.But the approval did little to dispel the mystery surrounding unexpected and unannounced changes made to the bill earlier this week that have rankled the Atlantic City casino industry.Internet gambling began in New Jersey 10 years ago. The original renewal bill would have extended it for another 10 years.But on Tuesday, an Assembly panel cut that to just two years without discussing or even announcing the change. Since then, lawmakers have repeatedly declined to say why the extension was shortened. The next day, the extension was set at five years — again, without explanation.The trade association for the Atlantic City casino industry has said a full 10-y...

Where to watch Colorado’s 4th of July fireworks in 2023

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 18:16:05 GMT

DENVER (KDVR) -- The Fourth of July is almost here. Celebrate Independence Day with a bang at free fireworks displays in communities across Colorado.We put together a full list of events happening across the state starting June 30 and lasting through July 4. Check the Pinpoint Weather Forecast Friday, June 30Denver – Coors Field: The Colorado Rockies will have fireworks games on Friday, June 30 and Saturday, July 1. Tickets to the series against the Detroit Tigers can be purchased here.Saturday, July 2Denver – Coors Field: The Colorado Rockies will have fireworks games on Friday, June 30 and Saturday, July 1. Tickets to the series against the Detroit Tigers can be purchased here. Fort Collins: Independence Day in Fort Collins will include a day full of festivities, including 5K, golf tournament, parade, food truck rally, and more. The day will conclude with fireworks at City Park at 9:35 p.m.Fort Lupton: The celebration will take place from noon to 4 p.m. ...

School resource officers included in new Denver Public Schools safety plan

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 18:16:05 GMT

DENVER (KDVR) – Some Denver students can expect to see school resource officers return to their high schools under a new plan released Friday.The announcement is part of a 57-page long-term safety plan from Denver Public Schools that was released on Friday. Read a PDF of the full Denver Public Schools long-term safety plan This new plan stems from a shooting at East High School in March that ended with two staff members in the hospital. Those staff members were searching a student who was required to be checked after being expelled from another district. During the search, they found a handgun and the teen shot them. The teen ran away from the school and was found later to have killed himself.This incident resulted in school resource officers immediately being returned to a variety of schools across the district, a reversal of a 2020 decision to remove them, and the decision to conduct a full review and create a new plan for district safety.“Safety is a layered approach that encom...

Spring Creek Fire burning nearly 3K acres

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 18:16:05 GMT

DENVER (KDVR) -- A wildfire burning southwest of Parachute is burning 2,910 acres, as of June 30, the Rocky Mountain Incident Management Team said in a release.The Spring Creek Fire is 21% contained and the cause remains under investigation. No evacuations have been issued but Spring Creek Road and High Mesa Road are open to local traffic only.Spring Creek Fire map (Courtesy: Rocky Mountain Incident Management Team) Photos: Funnel clouds spotted in Park County Firefighters continue to build lines around the fire and helicopters have been routinely dropping water on the blaze. A total of 441 personnel are working on the fire. The RMIMT said the fire is producing smoke that may affect air quality.

Missing children last seen with 67-year-old woman

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 18:16:05 GMT

(KDVR) — Police are looking for two children who were last seen in May.King Jones, 9, and Demi Jones, 8, were last seen in mid-May in the Delta County town of Hotchkiss, in southwest Colorado. They were with Jacqueline Ballard, a 67-year-old woman who's a noncustodial family member, according to the Colorado Bureau of Investigation.The children are described as a boy and a girl, each white with brown hair and brown eyes. They both stand about 3 feet 5 inches tall and weigh around 60 pounds.Ballard is described as a white woman with blonde hair and green eyes. She stands about 5 feet 5 inches tall and weighs about 145 pounds.King Jones, Demi Jones and Jacqueline Ballard (Courtesy of Colorado Bureau of Investigation)They may be in a 2017 Subaru Outback with Colorado plate AZB-B32. A stock image of the vehicle is below:2017 Subaru Outback, stock image (Released by Colorado Bureau of Investigation)The children and Ballard were last seen on May 14, around 4:50 p.m. in the 500 block of As...