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Twins tender contracts to all major league arb-eligible players

Published Fri, 27 Dec 2024 23:06:52 GMT

The Twins tendered contracts to all of their major league arbitration-eligible players ahead of Friday’s 7 p.m. deadline, notably retaining infielder Kyle Farmer, the biggest question mark of the bunch.While some of the decisions weren’t much of decisions at all — as with Alex Kirilloff and Ryan Jeffers — there were some questions around other players, particularly Farmer. In the end, every player that was on the major league roster — Kirilloff, Jeffers, Farmer, Caleb Thielbar, Willi Castro, Nick Gordon and Jorge Alcala — were retained while the Twins opted to non-tender minor league relievers Jovani Moran, who is set to undergo Tommy John surgery, and Ronny Henriquez. The Twins could re-sign both to minor league deals.The Twins have been highly complimentary of Farmer — both because of his play on the field and his presence in the clubhouse — since he arrived in Minnesota last year. But he’s due a projected $6.6 million in arbitration, per MLB Trade Rumors, which lent to the though...

Nonprofits awarded during annual luncheon

Published Fri, 27 Dec 2024 23:06:52 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- The Capital Region Chamber of Commerce recognized local nonprofits on Friday. The chamber hosted its Nonprofit Business Awards Luncheon. It's meant to thank nonprofits for the contributions they make to the economy. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! Five awardees were recognized, including the Center for Disability Services, the Epilepsy Foundation of Northeastern New York, and the Berkshire Farm Center and Services for Youth.NEWS10 Chief Meteorologist Steve Caporizzo served as emcee.

I-70 eastbound reopens near Eisenhower Tunnel after three-vehicle crash

Published Fri, 27 Dec 2024 23:06:52 GMT

Eastbound Interstate 70 reopened near Eisenhower Tunnel after two crashes involving three vehicles closed the highway Friday night, according to the Colorado State Patrol.Related ArticlesTransportation | Eastbound I-70 reopens after rollover crash Transportation | I-70 eastbound reopens at Floyd Hill after sun glare closure Transportation | Interstate 70 reopens at Vail Pass after crash Transportation | Interstate 70 bridge construction in Wheat Ridge wraps up Transportation | Colorado Department of Transportation project aims to reduce I-70 closures near the tunnels this winter The closure started seven miles east of Silverthorne at exit 205 until exit 218 for Herman Gulch, according to the Colorado Department of Transportation.No injuries were reported in the crash, said Master Trooper Gary Cutler. The highway was closed for about an hour.This is the third I-70 mountain closure due to a crash in the pa...

CSU’s Mo Kamara leaving his mark on Rams football program

Published Fri, 27 Dec 2024 23:06:52 GMT

Saturday afternoon at Canvas Stadium, Colorado State will honor 10 seniors before their final home game in green and gold. Only one of them has spent his entire college career at CSU.In the changing landscape of college football, where players transfer in and out of programs, defensive lineman Mohamed Kamara has held his ground in Fort Collins.He stayed at CSU for his final season mainly because he wanted to graduate. But on the football field, he has been on a year-long pursuit of records.CSU head coach Jay Norvell only got to coach Kamara for two seasons, but he remembers having to game-plan against him as the coach at Nevada.“One thing about Mo Kamara is he’s just a relentless player and that’s what makes him such a good pass rusher,” Norvell said. “I think they could call the O-line for holding a half dozen times every game. They have to hold him to stop him from getting to the quarterback.“That’s what I saw on film. And then when I got here and met him, I could relate to him. I...

Residents worried over 'dinnertime burglaries' in Southern California

Published Fri, 27 Dec 2024 23:06:52 GMT

Residents are concerned as a troubling uptick in “dinnertime burglaries” appears to be targeting communities in the San Fernando Valley.At least three cases were recently reported where intruders broke into homes between 7 p.m. and 8 p.m. — a typical dinnertime hour.In at least two cases, residents were still home at the time. Neighbors in the area are concerned about the troubling trend.One of the victims, Tim Gaspar, said his Woodland Hills home was broken into on Nov. 13.“That’s double-paned glass,” Gaspar said of a destroyed door. “I’m not sure what kind of tool they used to actually break the door in.”Gaspar came home from dinner with family only to find his back door smashed in with shattered glass everywhere. His security cameras were ripped out of the walls, the rooms were ransacked, drawers and cabinets were tossed out and valuable jewelry and personal items were gone.Residents are concerned as a troubling uptick in “dinnertime burglaries” appears to be plauging communties ...

Southern California NASA astronaut visits students at former high school

Published Fri, 27 Dec 2024 23:06:52 GMT

A Southern California astronaut returned home to speak with and inspire students ahead of his journey to space on NASA’s Artemis II mission.Victor Glover, a formal Naval aviator and Pomona native, will be piloting the upcoming mission in 2024. He took time away from training on Friday to go back to his roots and speak with students in his hometown.“We’re just the four people who are the newest members of the team trying to get a rocket and a spacecraft off the pad as soon as we can, safely, to send humans to the moon for the first time since 1972,” Glover explained of the Artemis II mission.Speaking to students and educators at his alma mater, Ontario High School, Glover shared the story behind his incredible journey to NASA, hoping to inspire future astronauts.“It’s great to come home,” he said.The hometown hero spent some time looking back on his childhood and recalling some of the lessons learned along the way.Victor Glover, a Pomona native and NASA astronaut, prepares for the Ar...

Rolling Loud California 2024 Celebrates a Decade with Diverse Lineup

Published Fri, 27 Dec 2024 23:06:52 GMT

Rolling Loud, the world’s largest hip-hop festival, is gearing up for its 10-year anniversary with an eclectic lineup set to captivate audiences at Rolling Loud California 2024. Returning to Hollywood Park near SoFi Stadium in Inglewood, CA, from March 15th to 17th, the festival boasts an impressive blend of A-list rapper, iconic Latin artists, and genre-bending vocalists.Headlining the event are Nicki Minaj, Post Malone, and Future with Metro Boomin. Nicki Minaj, making her second headlining appearance at Rolling Loud, is set to unveil songs from her highly anticipated album, “Pink Friday 2.” Post Malone returns armed with an extensive catalog of mammoth hits, while Future and Metro are slated to rock the crowd with their amazing collaborative work. In an innovative move reflecting Southern California’s diverse culture, Rolling Loud introduces four extremely popular Latin artists to perform. The lineup includes Fuerza Regida, Natanael Cano, Junior H, and Chi...

List of road closures for Berkeley Half Marathon

Published Fri, 27 Dec 2024 23:06:52 GMT

(KRON) -- Thousands of runners are set to pack the streets for the Berkeley Half Marathon on Sunday. The City of Berkeley has announced a number of road closures -- some of which begin as early as Saturday morning.The first road closure will happen at 7 a.m. Saturday on Allston Street from MLK Jr. Way to Milvia Street. Road closures also include the Highway 80 eastbound off-ramp exit to University Avenue. A map of the road closures can be viewed below. City of BerkeleyAll races will begin on Milvia Street and Kittredge Street -- half marathon at 7:30 a.m. and the 5K/10K at 8:30 a.m. The post-race awards ceremony will be at Civic Center Park from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.The closest BART station from the race start line is Downtown Berkeley, approximately a five-minute walk. City officials encourage drivers to pay attention to "no parking" signs to avoid getting a ticket or getting their car towed. All roads are expected to fully reopen by 5 p.m. Sunday. For the full, detailed list of all roa...

Broadway Plaza in Walnut Creek launches holiday events, The North Face Store opens

Published Fri, 27 Dec 2024 23:06:52 GMT

(KRON) -- Just in time for the upcoming cold weather this holiday season. The North Face has opened up a store at Broadway Plaza in Walnut Creek, the shopping mall announced Thursday. The North Face is located right next to the H&M. "Adventure awaits at Broadway Plaza! The North Face is NOW OPEN and ready to gear you up for your next outdoor escapade! Find them next to H&M and let the exploration begin," Broadway Plaza wrote in a Facebook post.The opening comes in the month of November when the shopping mall is launching a number of holiday events. Walnut Creek Louis Vuitton store closed after attempted burglary Upcoming Holiday Events at Broadway PlazaBroadway Plaza's Holiday Parade of Lights & Tree Lighting will be on Nov. 30 from 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. The tree lighting will be the last event scheduled for the parade, which is likely to happen around 8 p.m.The Grand Menorah Lighting will take place on Sunday, Dec. 10 when the Chabad of Contra Costa will light the f...

Public Defender Group Gets Restraining Order to Block Its Union From Voting on Gaza Statement

Published Fri, 27 Dec 2024 23:06:52 GMT

Five groups providing public defender services in New York City are cracking down on speech about Palestine. Leadership at the groups are pushing back on statements or internal communications that reference the siege on Gaza, and at least one staffer has been forced to resign. Two of the organizations sent cease-and-desist letters to union shops considering resolutions calling for a ceasefire. Another group called staffers into meetings with human resources for using work channels to share links about Palestine and proposing to do fundraising for the Palestine Children’s Relief Fund in lieu of an annual holiday party.Management at several of the offices said statements on Gaza under consideration by their unions were jeopardizing funding. Pro-Israel activists launched a petition to defund the Bronx Defenders after its union issued a statement opposing Israel’s “genocidal intent in Gaza.” Public defender offices across the country are already severely underfunded. While most rely hea...