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SF mayor enlists Food Network star in effort to revitalize downtown

Published Wed, 19 Feb 2025 21:02:04 GMT

SAN FRANCISCO (KRON) -- In the latest move in ongoing efforts to revitalize the city's downtown district, San Francisco Mayor London Breed has announced a partnership with renowned Chef Tyler Florence. Florence is best known for being a long-running host on The Food Network, where he hosted several shows including "Globe Trekker," "Food 911," and "The Great Food Truck Race."The chef, whose previous SF eateries include the Wayfare Tavern in SF's Financial District, and Florence Fresh at SFO, formed a hospitality group, The Greater Organization in 2018. That group has been tapped by the city to bring two "artisanal cafes" to disused spaces within Union Square Plaza, according to a press release from the mayor's office. Hundreds of drug users arrested in San Francisco The two Miller & Luxe Provisions cafes will both offer lunch and all-day brunch options. One is planned for a space adjacent to Stockton Street and the other will be adjacent to Powell Street, according to the mayor...

Jaxson Dart is Mississippi’s starting QB after strong camp and opener, coach Lane Kiffin says

Published Wed, 19 Feb 2025 21:02:04 GMT

OXFORD, Miss. (AP) — There’s no doubt that Jaxson Dart is Mississippi’s starting quarterback now.Dart survived challenges from transfers Spencer Sanders and Walker Howard in fall camp and turned in a strong opener in a 73-7 victory over Mercer. Coach Lane Kiffin confirmed Monday that Dart will start for the 22nd-ranked Rebels at No. 24 Tulane on Saturday.Dart, who started most of last season, completed 18 of 23 passes for 334 yards and four touchdowns against Mercer. He also ran four times for 36 yards.“Jaxson played really well and, like I’ve said, had a really good camp and spring,” Kiffin said. “So he’s the starting quarterback. I’ve said all along we’re extremely excited about that room, the depth in that room.”The blowout afforded Kiffin a chance to get all three passers into the game.Sanders was 8-of-14 passing for 134 yards and two touchdowns. He was a four-year starter at Oklahoma State.Howard, who came over from SEC rival LSU, was 3 of 4 ...

Migrante inicia labor de parto en el techo de un tren en México rumbo a EE.UU.

Published Wed, 19 Feb 2025 21:02:04 GMT

(CNN Español) –– Una migrante venezolana en México dio a luz tras iniciar el trabajo de parto en el techo de un tren, al cual se había subido rumbo hacia Estados Unidos, informó este sábado el Instituto Nacional de Migración (INM).En un comunicado, la entidad añadió que, junto a su esposo y dos hijos pequeños, la mujer subió “con esfuerzo hasta el techo de un vagón” del ferrocarril en Irapuato, Guanajuato, en el centro del país.Según el INM, la migrante aguantó los dolores de parto por varios días en compañía de su familia y “decenas de personas de otros países”, hasta que el 25 de agosto en la madrugada tuvo que ser trasladada de emergencia al Hospital General de Pabellón de Arteaga, en Aguascalientes, a alrededor de 800 kilómetros del punto más cercano de la frontera norte de México. De acuerdo con las autoridades, la mujer “tuvo que bajar de urgencia y con ayuda de agentes federales de Migración”.“Horas después, recibió en sus brazos una niña que espera obtener en los próximos dí...

Brazil drops Man United winger Antony from squad after accusations of domestic abuse

Published Wed, 19 Feb 2025 21:02:04 GMT

SAO PAULO (AP) — Brazil dropped Manchester United winger Antony from its squad for two upcoming World Cup qualifiers after Brazilian media on Monday published details of alleged domestic abuse against his ex-girlfriend. The Brazilian soccer confederation said Antony will not be part of the team for games against Bolivia and Peru “due to the facts that became public on Monday.”Antony’s ex-girlfriend reported him to police on May 20 over alleged domestic violence, accusations that he denied in June and again on Monday. Brazilian media published alleged exchanges between the two, in which the player appears to threaten and intimidate the woman on several occasions.Brazil’s soccer body said the case “needs to be investigated” and that the player’s removal was aimed at protecting him, the alleged victim and the national team.Sao Paulo police confirmed to The Associated Press that an investigation is ongoing, but did not provide details. The 23-year-old Antony posted a statement on ...

Nueve muertos dejan enfrentamientos entre el ELN y disidencias de las FARC en Colombia, dice gobernador de Arauca

Published Wed, 19 Feb 2025 21:02:04 GMT

(CNN) — Un conflicto entre dos grupos rebeldes colombianos terminó con la vida de nueve personas e hirió a cinco más, dijo este lunes el gobernador de Arauca, Wilinton Rodríguez.Según Rodríguez, las autoridades aún no identificaron a las nueve víctimas asesinadas. Una niña indígena de 14 años está entre las cinco personas heridas en los enfrentamientos entre miembros del Ejército de Liberación Nacional (ELN) y disidentes de las Fuerzas Armadas Revolucionarias de Colombia (FARC).El Gobierno colombiano y el ELN acuerdan cese del fuego nacional y bilateral por 6 mesesEl gobernador también dijo que se están realizando investigaciones con la Fiscalía General.Los territorios donde se reportaron los enfrentamientos ahora están bajo control del Ejército de Colombia, y los soldados permanecerán en la zona cumpliendo tareas de seguridad.Rodríguez también instó a los grupos rebeldes a dejar a los civiles fuera de los enfrentamientos.The-CNN-Wire™ & © 2023 Cable News Networ...

Monday’s Transactions

Published Wed, 19 Feb 2025 21:02:04 GMT

BASEBALLMajor League BaseballAmerican LeagueBOSTON RED SOX — Claimed RHP Logan Gillaspie off waivers from Baltimore and optioned him to Worcester (IL). Transferred OF Jarren Duran from the 10-day IL to the 60-day ILCHICAGO WHITE SOX — Placed RHP Jimmy Lambert on the 15-day IL. Designated C Seby Zavala for assignment. Recalled RHP Declan Cronin from Charlotte (IL).KANSAS CITY ROYALS —Reinstated RHP Brady Singer from the paternity list. Optioned 2B Samad Taylor to Omaha (IL). MINNESOTA TWINS — Recalled RHP Louie Varland from St. Paul (IL). Optioned RHP Cole Sands to St. Paul.OAKLAND ATHLETICS — Reinstated RHP Luis Medina from the 15-day IL. Optioned LHP Kirby Snead to Las Vegas (PCL).National LeagueARIZONA DIAMONDBACKS — Selected the contract of RHP Andrew Saalfrank from Reno (PCL). Transferred OF Dominic Fletcher from the 7-day IL to the 60-day IL. Optioned RHP Slade Cecconi to Reno.CINCINNATI REDS — Optioned RHP Brett Kennedy to Louisville (IL). Selected the contract of RHP Michael ...

Crews battling wildfire in Jefferson County

Published Wed, 19 Feb 2025 21:02:04 GMT

DENVER (KDVR) -- Several agencies responded to a wildfire on Rainbow Hill near Evergreen on Monday, and some homes were evacuated as the fire grew bigger.The fire started Monday afternoon, according to Evergreen Fire Rescue. As of 3:41 p.m., the fire was near the Summit Ranch neighborhood but no structures were threatened and no evacuations were in place, Foothills Fire Protection District said.Just 15 minutes later, Foothills Fire Protection District said Summit Ranch Drive was under evacuation. As of 4:35 p.m., the fire was 75% contained, and those who were ordered to evacuate were under pre-evacuation only, meaning evacuation was voluntary.This story will be updated as more information becomes available.

Miami-Dade County commissioners urged to reject lease extension for ‘Miami Wilds’ theme park on Zoo Miami property

Published Wed, 19 Feb 2025 21:02:04 GMT

Ron Magill, animal expert and Communication Director with Zoo Miami, wrote a passionate email to the Miami-Dade County Board of County Commissioners calling for the rejection of a lease extension for a proposed “Miami Wilds” theme park on Zoo Miami property. The email, sent by Magill in his capacity as a private citizen, highlighted concerns regarding the potential environmental impact of the project and its implications for the region’s wildlife.“We as county employees at the zoo have been told we’re forbidden from speaking about this project, from expressing our opinions,” said Magill. “So I had to take the day off, have you come to my home to speak about this because I am passionate about this, I don’t care if I lose my job over this, I’d rather lose my job than my credibility as a conservationist.”Magill said he wanted to make it clear that he wasn’t speaking on behalf of the zoo but was exercising his right as a private citi...

Protesters demand verdict for former Hialeah officer found guilty of kidnaping homeless man be overturned

Published Wed, 19 Feb 2025 21:02:04 GMT

Family and friends of former Hialeah Police Officer Rafael Otano, who was found guilty of kidnapping a homeless man, are furious. They are now demanding that the verdict be overturned.On Monday, several family members and friends were in front of the Richard E. Gerstein Justice Building in Miami to show support for the convicted former officer. 7News cameras captured the protestors chanting and holding signs that read “Free Otano.” According to the protestors, they do not believe there was sufficient evidence to warrant the guilty verdict. Otano was accused of kidnapping and beating Jose Ortega Gutierrez, along with former Officer Lorenzo Orfila, on Dec. 17, 2022.During his court appearance last week, the jury reached a split decision. While Otano was found guilty of kidnapping the homeless man, he was found not guilty of battery.“We just want to just make a little noise because it has been an injustice what has been done to my brother,” said Otano...

35 people displaced after fire damages multiple buildings in Dorchester

Published Wed, 19 Feb 2025 21:02:04 GMT

Thirty-five people were displaced Monday after a fire broke out in Dorchester, drawing a large emergency response and ultimately impacting five buildings. The Boston Fire Department said crews were first called to 37 Holiday St. where flames burned through the back of a house and extended to a building next door on Monday afternoon.On the department’s Twitter account, officials said several rear porches in the back of the home at 37 Holiday Street collapsed as a result of the fire.Authorities also shared photos from the scene, including an image of crews spraying down the back of the house, which appeared to be burnt out with remnants of the porches and back wall visible.In an update just before 4:15 p.m., the Boston Fire Department said the fire was knocked down.Later speaking with reporters, fire officials said two buildings were considered total losses as a result of this fire. Other buildings sustained heat damaged, with charred or melted siding in some spots.One fire...