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Twins second baseman Jorge Polanco might not be ready for Opening Day

Published Tue, 18 Feb 2025 23:28:35 GMT

FORT MYERS, Fla. — Jorge Polanco is running out of time to make Opening Day a reality.The Twins’ second baseman has not played in a game this spring as he recovers from a bone bruise suffered late last season, and it’s possible he begins the season on the injured list, president of baseball operations Derek Falvey acknowledged on Sunday.“Obviously, the calendar plays a role now as we get closer and closer to Opening Day,” Falvey said. “ … Our hope is that he’s only a little bit behind relative to where we thought but we had a pretty tight timeline to Opening Day as is.”The Twins have had to pull back with Polanco a bit this spring as he dealt with soreness in his left knee, and Falvey said that while recent reports on Polanco from head trainer Nick Paparesta have been that he is tracking well, the Twins will have a better sense for his timetable within the next few days.Falvey said the Twins re-evaluated Polanco this spring and do not have any reason to believe anything has changed,...

Police investigating Poughkeepsie shooting

Published Tue, 18 Feb 2025 23:28:35 GMT

POUGHKEEPSIE, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- A shooting in Poughkeepsie on Friday sent one person to a hospital with non-life-threatening injuries. Police are asking the public for help in gathering information regarding the incident. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! On Friday, around 7:40 p.m., police received a report of a shooting in the area of 27 Garden Street. Once units arrived, they found a man with a gunshot wound to the leg. He was taken to an area hospital via Mobile Life for treatment. Anyone with information regarding the shooting is urged to call the confidential tip line at (845) 451-7577.

Trump says Biden ‘stuffed’ Manhattan DA’s office to pursue Stormy Daniels case

Published Tue, 18 Feb 2025 23:28:35 GMT

Former President Trump on Sunday accused President Biden of having ‘stuffed’ the Manhattan District Attorney’s office probing a hush-money payment made to adult film star Stormy Daniels with officials from the Department of Justice, despite it being a city-run office.Trump' took to his Truth Social platform to claim Biden “'stuffed' the D.A.'s Office with Department of Injustice people,” including what he called a "DOJ operative" sent from Washington, D.C. Trump did not specify which individual he was referring to being an operative."Biden wants to pretend he has nothing to do with the Manhattan D.A.’s Assault on Democracy when, in fact, he has 'stuffed' the D.A.’s Office with Department of Injustice people, including one top DOJ operative from D.C," Trump wrote.He also took a shot at District Attorney Alvin Bragg who he claimed "is taking his orders from D.C."Bragg, a Democrat, is a New York City elected official who took office late last year. His office is staffed by city officia...

Live: Funeral for fallen Hermann officer Mason Griffith

Published Tue, 18 Feb 2025 23:28:35 GMT

HERMANN, Mo. - A procession, public visitation and funeral services are planned Sunday in memory of Hermann officer Mason Griffith, who was fatally shot in the line of duty last weekend. Police have arranged a public visitation for Griffith from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sunday at Owensville High School, which is located at 3336 Highway 19. Funeral services will follow around 2 p.m. Trending: What’s the most popular last name in Missouri and Illinois? Proposed Order of ServiceGreeting - Pastor Keith MorrisonEulogy - Pastor Keith MorrisonSong & Video - Officer Down, John HallChief Marlon WalkerMayor Shannon GrusSheriff Scott EilersDeputy Jonathan StackSgt. Kent KreftmeyerTribute to First RespondersSong-Same God, Zion Church BandPastor Keith MorrisonSong - Psalm 23, Zion Church BandSong - Amazing GraceClosing Prayer - Pastor Keith MorrisonA procession to a local cemetery is planned. Police offered the following directions on the procession:The group will leave from Owensville High Schoo...

Watch the 2023 Los Angeles Marathon replay

Published Tue, 18 Feb 2025 23:28:35 GMT

Kenyan’s Stacy Ndiwa (2:31:00) and Ethiopia’s Jemal Yimer (2:13:13) were the winners of the 2023 Los Angeles Marathon presented by ASICS on Sunday.See full L.A. Marathon resultsThe race began before sunrise with wheelchair and handcycle athletes embarking on the 26.2-mile course from Dodger Stadium. The Elite Women started at 6:45 a.m. followed by Elite Men and the full field of approximately 22,000 runners at 7 a.m.Francisco Sanclemente won the wheelchair race by crossing the finish line in Century City with a time of 1:43:52. Owen Daniels (1:13:03) won the handcycle race.The course took athletes on a tour of L.A.’s most iconic neighborhoods and landmarks including Chinatown, Olvera Street, Little Tokyo, Hollywood, Rodeo Drive, Route 66, and Avenue of the Stars.Replay: The 2023 Los Angeles MarathonBy participating in the Los Angeles Marathon, athletes are supporting The McCourt Foundation's mission to help find a cure for neurological diseases and build a healthier world.

Stormy weather to linger over SoCal until Wednesday 

Published Tue, 18 Feb 2025 23:28:35 GMT

Yet another round of storms is set to hit Southern California on Monday, bringing rain to many and snow to mountain communities through Wednesday, according to the National Weather Service. A weak storm system will bring the chance of rain to most of the area on Sunday, with the weather worsening as the week starts.A stronger storm will likely bring 1 to 3 inches of rain to coasts and valleys starting Monday, and 2 to 5 inches of rain to mountain and foothill communities before snow begins to fall on Tuesday. Radar for Southern California on March 19, 2023. Snow will fall as low as 3,000 feet, with 2 to 5 feet expected at 7,000 feet and above. There is a “significant threat” of avalanches above 6,000 feet, said NWS. Monday is forecast to be cloudy and cool, with the strong storm system bringing heavier rain, strong winds and mountain snow to the area beginning late Monday night. High winds are also in store for high elevation communities, with gusts of up to 50 miles per hour b...

Virginia man rescued from under 2,000-pound safe

Published Tue, 18 Feb 2025 23:28:35 GMT

A Virginia man was hospitalized after becoming trapped under a massive gun safe, the Glasgow Volunteer Fire Department said.Firefighters said the man had been trying to unload the safe on March 9 when he fell and got pinned under it. Firefighters estimated the safe weighed 2,000 pounds. During the rescue, crews used airbags to stabilize the safe and free the man. He was then immediately airlifted to a local hospital for treatment of his injuries. (Photo courtesy: Glasgow Volunteer Fire Department)"This was an unusual call for service and is one that most would never think about having to overcome," the department said on Facebook. They said the call exemplified the dedication and readiness of the volunteer team. Firefighters didn't give an update on the man's condition. Large safes can tip over if they have heavy doors, which when open shift the balance of the weight forward, and cause them to fall. Rainier Ballistics suggests mounting gun safes to a wall stud or to the floor to pre...

Four arrested after burglary, police pursuit in Vallejo

Published Tue, 18 Feb 2025 23:28:35 GMT

VALLEJO, Calif. (KRON) -- Four suspected burglars were arrested after crashing into a fence while fleeing from police on Saturday, according to the Vallejo Police Department. Space object reenters Earth's atmosphere over Northern California Police received a call about a burglary at a closed business on the 2100 block of Spring Road. Officers arrived on scene to find people getting into a black Infiniti FX35 which was parked in front of the business entrance, according to police. The Infiniti fled the parking lot after spotting police. Close Thanks for signing up! Watch for us in your inbox. Subscribe Now KRON4 Breaking News SIGN UP NOW Police pursuit the Infiniti until the driver lost control of the vehicle and collided into a fence. Three men got out of the vehicle and fled the scene on foot to...

Xavier posts high assist rate in 1st half vs. Pitt in NCAAs

Published Tue, 18 Feb 2025 23:28:35 GMT

GREENSBORO, N.C. (AP) — Xavier spent the first half of its Sunday matchup with Pittsburgh in the NCAA Tournament sharing the ball at an incredible rate.The Musketeers tallied 17 assists on their 19 first-half baskets, a rate of better than 89% en route to building a 48-34 margin at the break in the second-round matchup.Souley Boum and Colby Jones each had four assists, while Adam Kunkel and Jack Nunge each had three. It all helped the Midwest Region’s No. 3 seed effectively move the ball either around the perimeter or on kickouts after probing the center of the Panthers’ defense.Xavier shot 52.8% in the first 20 minutes, led by Kunkel scoring 15 points on 5-for-5 shooting from behind the arc.___AP March Madness coverage: https://apnews.com/hub/march-madness and bracket: https://apnews.com/hub/ncaa-mens-bracket and https://apnews.com/hub/ap-top-25-college-basketball-poll and https://twitter.com/AP_Top25Source

Mueren al menos 19 personas y otras resultan heridas tras autobús caer por una zanja en Bangladesh

Published Tue, 18 Feb 2025 23:28:35 GMT

DACA, Bangladesh — Al menos 19 personas murieron y más de 20 resultaron heridas en el centro de Bangladesh cuando un autobús que circulaba con exceso de velocidad cayó a una zanja, al parecer después de que el conductor perdiera el control, según la policía.El autobús viajaba desde la capital, Daca, a la ciudad suroccidental de Khulna. El accidente ocurrió en la zona de Shibchar, en el distrito de Madaripur, según el agente de la policía de autopistas Abu Nayeem Mofazzal Huq.Catorce personas, incluido el conductor del autobús, murieron en el lugar. Otras tres personas fallecieron más tarde, según la agencia United News of Bangladesh. Bangladesh: explosión en un edificio comercial deja al menos 17 muertos y decenas de heridos Estalla un gran incendio en un campamento de refugiados en Bangladesh; miles de personas sin hogar En un primer momento no estaba claro qué había provocado el siniestro.Los accidentes de carretera son habitual...