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Man killed in Fremont shooting on Wednesday evening

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 18:55:20 GMT

FREMONT — A man was fatally shot Wednesday evening in the city’s central district, authorities said.His name has not yet been released.The man was shot about 5:10 p.m. Wednesday in the 3100 block of Walnut Avenue. Despite efforts by paramedics, he died at the scene.A motive for the killing has not been determined yet and no suspects have been identified or arrested, police said.The killing is the city’s fourth homicide of the year.Police are asking business owners and residents living near the homicide scene to review video surveillance and notify detectives of any information that could help in the investigation.Anyone with information about the killing is asked to contact Detective Jacob Blass at [email protected] or at 510-790-6963. Anonymous tips may be sent by texting “Tip FremontPD” followed by a short message to 888-777 or online at https://www.fremontpolice.gov/i-want-to/submit-a-nonurgent-tip.Check back for updates to this developing story.

What 49ers QB Brock Purdy’s return to practice means for Bengals game

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 18:55:20 GMT

SANTA CLARA — Brock Purdy went through his normal routine as Thursday’s practice began, signaling that the 49ers’ quarterback is back on track to start Sunday against the Bengals, unless post-concussion symptoms resurface.Purdy still must get cleared from the NFL concussion protocol by an independent neurologist, otherwise, Sam Darnold would start in his place.The 49ers, who’ve lost two in a row after a 5-0 start, kept Purdy out of Wednesday’s official practice, but he was healthy enough to partake in an earlier walk-through session. Purdy reported effects from a potential concussion while on the flight home from Monday night’s 22-17 loss at Minnesota.#49ers Brock Purdy practicing, not fully cleared but progressing through NFL concussion protocol pic.twitter.com/BpRCvt8sZ9— Cam Inman (@CamInman) October 26, 2023Here is how the 49ers’ practice began at just after 1 p.m. Thursday: Purdy jogged over with Darnold and No. 3 quarterback Bran...

Oakland could have new police chief by end of year, mayor says

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 18:55:20 GMT

(KRON) -- Oakland will likely have a new police chief by the end of the year, according to Oakland Mayor Sheng Thao. The mayor said the timeline for appointing a new chief was "back on track," while speaking to KRON4's Justine Waldman.The mayor said the police commission has been working to make its recommendations to fill the position. According to the Oakland city charter, the police commission must recommend its final three candidates so the mayor can appoint one. Suspect in 1979 South Bay cold case homicide identified Last month, Mayor Thao told KRON4 that she'd given the commission a deadline to send her the three candidates' names by the end of the year, or she'd call for a state of emergency and hire a chief herself.On Thursday, the mayor was upbeat about the commission making that deadline."I'm very optimistic that I will receive the three names that they will recommend to me so that I can make a decision around the police chief," Mayor Thao said. "I'm excited for those ef...

Fremont police looking for shooter who killed man Wednesday evening

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 18:55:20 GMT

(BCN) -- Fremont police are looking for a person who shot and killed a man Wednesday. Officers received a call at about 5:10 p.m. of a person down in the 3100 block of Walnut Avenue, police said Thursday. Police and firefighters responded and found a man suffering from what appeared to be a gunshot wound. Despite paramedics' attempts at saving the victim's life, he died at the scene. Investigators found a shell casing within the immediate area and are investigating the death as a homicide. A suspect hadn't been identified by early Thursday afternoon. Pregnant woman, baby killed in San Jose hit-and-run crash Police said the Alameda County coroner's office was working to contact the victim's next of kin before releasing his name. The man was Fremont's fourth homicide victim in 2023.Police ask anyone with information about the homicide to contact Detective Jacob Blass at [email protected] or (510) 790-6963. People can also leave anonymous tips via text message at 888777 with the ...

Santa Rosa student arrested after threatening classmates in library

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 18:55:20 GMT

(KRON) -- Students at a Santa Rosa High School were ordered to shelter in place Thursday morning after one student threatened others in the library, police said."Officers were dispatched to Piner High School for reports of a student brandishing a knife on campus. A 15-year-old student had been in an argument with several other students and threatened them with a knife. The 15-year-old (boy) then left the library and left the campus after the altercation," the Santa Rosa Police Department wrote.The boy later returned to Piner High School's campus and was detained by police officers. Investigators said they confirmed that the student had brought a knife on campus Tuesday and it was confiscated at the time. Police did not find a second knife on Thursday. Students who witnessed Thursday's library incident told police that it appeared the boy had a second knife in his pocket. "The students feared he was going to come after them with it," police said.Police arrested the 15-year-old boy on...

The Jets will go for three in a row in a bragging rights game against the Giants at MetLife Stadium

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 18:55:20 GMT

NEW YORK JETS (3-3) AT NEW YORK GIANTS (2-5)Sunday, 1 p.m. EDT, CBS OPENING LINE: Jets by 3 according to FanDuel SportsBook. SERIES RECORD: Giants lead 8-6.LAST MEETING: Jets beat Giants 34-27 on Nov. 10, 2019.LAST WEEK: Jets had a bye; Giants beat Commanders 14-7.AGAINST THE SPREAD: Jets 4-2; Giants 2-5JETS OFFENSE: OVERALL (30), RUSH (12), PASS (32), SCORING (24)JETS DEFENSE: OVERALL (24), RUSH (26), PASS (15), SCORING (11)GIANTS OFFENSE: OVERALL (29), RUSH (21), PASS (29), SCORING (32).GIANTS DEFENSE: OVERALL (23), RUSH (27), PASS (14), SCORING (24).TURNOVER DIFFERENTIAL: Jets plus 5; Giants minus-4.JETS PLAYER TO WATCH: QB Zach Wilson. The third-year quarterback has rebounded from early struggles after replacing the injured Aaron Rodgers to play efficiently with few glaring mistakes. In his past three starts, Wilson is 66 of 98 (67%) for 630 yards and two touchdowns with one interception. They’re not eye-popping numbers, but they’re signs ...

Live Updates | Officers gather at home of suspect’s relatives after mass shooting in Maine

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 18:55:20 GMT

At least 18 people were killed in shootings at a restaurant and a bowling alley in Lewiston, Maine, on Wednesday night, sparking a massive search for the suspect. Authorities urged residents to lock themselves in their homes and schools announced closures Thursday. Follow for live updates.WHAT TO KNOW— Authorities are searching towns, forests and waterways for the suspect.— Here’s what we know about the suspect and where the shooting happened.— Social media posts spread an incorrect photo of the Maine suspect.— Maine passed a law to try to prevent mass shootings, but some say more is needed.— The shooting is the 36th mass killing in the United States this year.FBI, OTHER OFFICERS GATHER AT HOME WHERE SUSPECT’S RELATIVES LIVESeveral FBI agents and other heavily armed officers gathered Thursday afternoon off a road where several relatives of shootings suspect Robert Card live near Bowdoin, Maine. A military-style vehicle and a white van arrived and moments later someone repeated...

Hub Group: Q3 Earnings Snapshot

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 18:55:20 GMT

OAK BROOK, Ill. (AP) — OAK BROOK, Ill. (AP) — Hub Group Inc. (HUBG) on Thursday reported third-quarter profit of $30.5 million.On a per-share basis, the Oak Brook, Illinois-based company said it had profit of 97 cents.The results did not meet Wall Street expectations. The average estimate of five analysts surveyed by Zacks Investment Research was for earnings of $1.19 per share.The transportation management company posted revenue of $1.02 billion in the period, which matched Street forecasts.Hub Group expects full-year earnings to be $5.30 to $5.40 per share._____This story was generated by Automated Insights (http://automatedinsights.com/ap) using data from Zacks Investment Research. Access a Zacks stock report on HUBG at https://www.zacks.com/ap/HUBGSource

Amazon reports better-than-expected revenue and profits for the third quarter

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 18:55:20 GMT

NEW YORK (AP) — Amazon on Thursday reported strong revenue and profits from the summer months driven by growth in online sales and its advertising business. For the three months that ended on Sept. 30, the company said it earned $143.1 billion in revenue, a 13% increase compared to the same period last year. Amazon made $9.9 billion in profits, topping analysts’ expectations and sending its stocks higher in after-hours trading. In a prepared statement, Amazon CEO Andy Jassy said the company had a strong quarter as its advertising business grew robustly and it improved its delivery speed. Deliveries to Amazon’s Prime customers have been getting faster under a model where warehouses in eight regions across the country serve smaller areas. On a call with reporters on Thursday, Amazon’s Chief Financial Officer Brian Olsavsky said, this year, packages were delivered at its fastest speed ever for U.S. customers. “We’re ready to make this a great holiday season for custom...

Avinger: Q3 Earnings Snapshot

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 18:55:20 GMT

REDWOOD CITY, Calif. (AP) — REDWOOD CITY, Calif. (AP) — Avinger Inc. (AVGR) on Thursday reported a loss of $4.5 million in its third quarter.The Redwood City, California-based company said it had a loss of $2.92 per share.The medical device maker posted revenue of $1.8 million in the period.In the final minutes of trading on Thursday, the company’s shares hit $3.75. A year ago, they were trading at $16.34._____This story was generated by Automated Insights (http://automatedinsights.com/ap) using data from Zacks Investment Research. Access a Zacks stock report on AVGR at https://www.zacks.com/ap/AVGRSource