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Tips to avoid porch pirates during the holiday season

Published Sun, 16 Feb 2025 16:31:28 GMT

(KRON) -- The good part about doing your holiday shopping online is that you can get gifts for your loved ones without leaving your couch. The bad part is that when those gifts are sent to your home, a "porch pirate" could be lurking to steal them.These types of thefts tend to increase this time of year, according to the San Rafael Police Department. Serial Bay Area shoplifter arrested 90 times "Unfortunately, with the holiday season upon us, we, along with other jurisdictions, often see an increase in this type of theft activity," SRPD said. In Livermore, one resident saw a "Grinch" stealing a package from their porch using a security camera. That person called the Livermore Police Department, and the thief was arrested. LPD provided some tips on how you can dodge porch pirates this month:"Use package tracking: Most major retailers utilize delivery companies (including the US Postal Service) who will provide updates to you when a package is anticipated to arrive. This will help ...

PHOTOS: Car crashes into pet hospital, San Mateo police say

Published Sun, 16 Feb 2025 16:31:28 GMT

(KRON) -- A car crashed into a building at the Crystal Springs Shopping Center in Highlands-Baywood Park on Wednesday, the San Mateo Police Department (SMPD) said. A gray Ford sedan crashed into the entrance of Crystal Springs Pet Hospital, located at 122 De Anza Blvd.No pet or person was injured from the crash, SMPD said. Although the crash is still under police investigation, the driver told police her foot slipped on the gas/brake pedal. 2 arrested after stealing $1K of clothing, USPS mail uniform: Sunnyvale police SMPD posted photos taken at the scene (below)."While most crashes into buildings happen due to pedal confusion, wet weather can definitely cause wet shoes, slick tires, and impair vision," SMPD said. "These types of incidents can be avoided with a little bit of patience and by taking into consideration your driving ability, your surroundings, and accounting for weather conditions."San Mateo County Fire Department crews also responded to the scene.

Seahawks get Geno Smith back fully on practice field but Jamal Adams, Devon Witherspoon still out

Published Sun, 16 Feb 2025 16:31:28 GMT

RENTON, Wash. (AP) — Geno Smith is set to return at quarterback for the Seattle Seahawks this week.No one seems sure when, or if, Jamal Adams will return this season for the Seahawks.Smith was a full participant in practice for Seattle on Wednesday, the first step in likely returning to be the starter this Sunday at Tennessee after missing the past two games with a groin injury. Smith was close to starting on Monday night against Philadelphia, but the Seahawks opted to keep him out for one more game with the hope that he’ll be fully healthy for the final three weeks.The move decision appeared to work out in Seattle’s favor after backup Drew Lock led the Seahawks to a late touchdown and a 20-17 win over the Eagles that snapped a four-game losing streak and put them in the middle of a jumbled NFC playoff race.But it’s once again Smith’s job should he make it through the week without any setbacks.“He’s got to go through today, see how he is tomorrow and just do that like anybody else t...

Local broadcasts for 11 NHL teams will remain on Bally Sports after agreement

Published Sun, 16 Feb 2025 16:31:28 GMT

The NHL and Diamond Sports Group, the largest owner of regional sports networks, have reached an agreement that will keep local broadcasts for 11 teams on Bally Sports through the end of this season.The agreement, which was contained in a court filing made Wednesday, is subject to court approval. Diamond Sports has been in Chapter 11 bankruptcy proceedings in the Southern District of Texas since it filed for protection in March. The company said in a financial filing last year that it had debt of $8.67 billion.While there will be a reduction in rights payments for some teams, the local rights for those 11 franchises will revert back to the NHL at the end of this season. The agreement provides stability for fans, networks and teams after Major League Baseball had to take over the broadcasts of San Diego Padres and Arizona Diamondbacks games last season after agreements could not be reached.The NHL teams that are currently on Bally are: Anaheim, Carolina, Columbus, Dallas, Detroit, Fl...

Raiders defense under coordinator Patrick Graham makes noticeable turnaround

Published Sun, 16 Feb 2025 16:31:28 GMT

HENDERSON, Nev. (AP) — Raiders interim coach Antonio Pierce called it the “less is more” approach that defensive coordinator Patrick Graham has adopted this season, and so far it’s working.A year after Las Vegas had one of the NFL’s weakest defenses, the Raiders now are more of an asset than a liability, more of a reason why some games are won rather than lost.Players say Graham is a big reason for that turnaround.“He’s letting us play,” cornerback Amik Robertson said. “He’s confident in the plays he’s calling because he’s confident in the players. He’s letting us be us and he’s letting it loose. I think last season he was kind overthinking, but that was our first year with him. “So now he’s more comfortable with his guys, and as you can see, he’s calling some great plays and putting his playmakers in position to make plays.”The Raiders are tied with the Pittsburgh Steelers for ninth in the NFL in scoring defense, all...

Departamento de Justicia demanda a inmobiliaria por préstamos abusivos a compradores hispanos

Published Sun, 16 Feb 2025 16:31:28 GMT

WASHINGTON, DC — El Departamento de Justicia abrió el miércoles su primer proceso por préstamos hipotecarios abusivos contra una inmobiliaria de Texas acusada de atraer a decenas de miles de compradores de vivienda hispanos hacia ventas engañosas.La demanda se centra en Colony Ridge, un desarrollo al noreste de Houston que promete la compra de viviendas con anuncios en español, pero luego enfila a los solicitantes a la compra de propiedades sin servicios básicos con préstamos que no siempre pueden pagar, alegó el Departamento de Justicia.Según la demanda, la inmobiliaria utiliza tácticas de venta de alta presión que explotan el limitado dominio del inglés. ¿Llegaría una nueva crisis inmobiliaria a EEUU? Expertos explican Gobierno de EEUU busca incautar propiedades de oligarca ruso, valoradas en $75 millones “El impacto de este plan ilegal, discriminatorio y fraudulento es devastador”, declaró la subsecretaria de Justicia Kristen C...

Policía de Takoma Park ofrece chequeos de casas desocupadas durante fiestas

Published Sun, 16 Feb 2025 16:31:28 GMT

Diciembre es una época donde muchas familias se van de vacaciones, y una de las principales preocupaciones es dejar sus viviendas solas. Afortunadamente, la ciudad de Takoma Park en Maryland tiene un programa con su departamento de policía para prevenir robos mientras sus residentes están viajando.Los residentes que quieren hacer parte del programa gratuito deben ingresar a la página web de la ciudad. Allí encontrarán la solicitud de verificación de vivienda vacante y debe diligenciar el formulario.A la iniciativa solo pueden acceder aquellas personas que vivan en viviendas unifamiliares, dúplex y townhouse. Quienes residan en apartamentos no pueden hacer parte del programa.Los requisitos son que los ocupantes deben estar por fuera por lo menos cuatro pero no más de 30 días, y no puede haber nadie en la casa. La policía hará una visita diaria al lugar.“Mientras el propietario está de vacaciones o está fuera de la ciudad, los oficiales manejan hasta su casa, dan un vistazo por ...

'We are not going to comply': Colorado GOP pushes back on Trump ballot ruling

Published Sun, 16 Feb 2025 16:31:28 GMT

DENVER (KDVR) — The Colorado Supreme Court's decision to keep former President Donald Trump off the 2024 state primary ballot continues to send shockwaves around the nation and here at home.The chairman of the Colorado Republican Party detailed the group's plan to push back against the decision. Chairman Dave Williams has come up with a plan he said will ensure Colorado voters can choose the candidate they want, but the process to do so is a little complex."We are not going to comply. We are going to do whatever we need to make sure that Donald Trump is on the ballot, but more importantly, people have the right to vote for Donald Trump should they choose," Williams said.The Colorado GOP is hitting back at the Colorado Supreme Court after the court's controversial 4-3 ruling to keep Trump off the ballot in a case that cites the insurrection clause of the 14th Amendment of the U.S. Constitution. Missing Colorado child found in Virginia sex trafficking sting While Trump has never be...

Worker in I-76 hit-and-run speaks out about construction zone dangers

Published Sun, 16 Feb 2025 16:31:28 GMT

DENVER (KDVR) -- A construction worker who was literally within inches of losing his life spoke with FOX31 after being trapped by an alleged hit-and-run driver.That Denver man was working along a major interstate when things went terribly wrong. Woman shot, killed by Boulder police on Sunday identified Pedro Flores Mora described the moment he found himself nearly being squeezed to death after he was pinned between his work truck and a dump truck.It happened at an interchange for Interstate 76 and Interstate 270 around 12:30 p.m. on Dec. 18.“When that happened, I went like (ouch) I was like oh my god something press to my chest like ah man,” Mora said.Mora says he was part of a contracted crew repairing a barricade during an emergency closure when a large dump truck illegally entered a blocked-off construction zone.Mora and other crew members were repairing the barricade in a sealed-off area.  “We were screaming at the driver to get their attention and we were pointing to get...

Boulder County crime spree leads to 136-year sentence

Published Sun, 16 Feb 2025 16:31:28 GMT

DENVER (KDVR) -- A man convicted of a violent Boulder County crime spree including an attempted stabbing homicide and two bank robberies, in addition to witness intimidation during his trial, has been sentenced to serve 136 years in the Colorado Department of Corrections.The charges stem from events beginning in May 2022.According to the 20th Judicial District Attorney's Office, George Alexander Martinez, 50, was on parole for "aggravated crimes" when he began a multi-day crime spree that began with him stabbing a woman five times in an attempted murder before fleeing her apartment and stealing a van.The next day, he used the van to rob a bank, the DA's office said, and specifically robbed two bank tellers. Colorado rancher asks state to remove wolves after latest attack on his livestock After stealing a second vehicle and waiting two days until May 23, 2022, Martinez robbed a second Longmont bank.Later on the 23rd, Longmont police found and arrested him in Loveland.Following that...