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Automakers unite to build EV charging network

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:35:10 GMT

By Tom Krisher | Associated PressDETROIT — Seven major automakers say they’re joining forces to build a North American electric vehicle charging network that would rival Tesla’s and nearly double the number of fast-charging plugs in the U.S. and Canada.General Motors, BMW, Honda, Hyundai, Kia, Mercedes and Stellantis said Wednesday that they will share in a multibillion-dollar investment to build “high power” charging stations with at least 30,000 plugs in urban areas and along travel corridors by 2030.The dramatic move is intended to speed the adoption of electric vehicles, allaying fears that chargers won’t be available for long distance travel.The companies wouldn’t disclose the exact number of charging stations or financial details of the joint venture they’re forming to put the network in place. They said the first of the U.S. chargers will be ready by next summer.The automakers said in a joint statement Wednesday that they want to buil...

49ers QB Roll Call: How Lance, Darnold looked in first practice as Purdy watched

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:35:10 GMT

SANTA CLARA – To help chart the 49ers’ quarterbacks throughout training camp, here is a daily recap from our sideline clipboard:BROCK PURDYPurdy did not participate in Wednesday’s first official practice of camp — as planned — but he shadowed the pre-practice walk-through, then watched while gripping a towel draped around his neck.Purdy threw an ample amount Tuesday, earning a green light for camp from the 49ers’ medical staff (and Dr. Keith Meister, who repaired Purdy’s elbow in March.) He is expected to throw in Thursday’s and Friday’s sessions, then be off Saturday, along with the rest of the 49ers. So, two days on, one day off is his prescribed path these first few weeks.Stats: NoneTREY LANCEA year after Kyle Shanahan declared “This is Trey’s team” to open camp, this is now Lance’s time to showcase a crisper throwing motion and better footwork. He did just that on Wednesday, albeit in what Shanahan described as a “basic” practice with low reps.̶...

McConnell says he’s ‘fine’ after freezing during remarks

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:35:10 GMT

By Manu Raju and Morgan Rimmer | CNNSenate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell told reporters that he’s “fine,” after freezing during a news conference on Wednesday.McConnell, a Kentucky Republican, stopped speaking in the middle of remarks at his regularly scheduled weekly news conference on Capitol Hill. After a 30-second pause, his colleagues crowded around to see if he was OK and asked him how he felt. GOP Sen. John Barrasso of Wyoming was seen gripping McConnell’s arm and whispered to him, “Hey Mitch, anything else you want to say? Or should we just go back to your office? Do you want to say anything else to the press?”He said nothing, and was led away from the press conference and towards his office by an aide. He returned to the news conference a few minutes later.McConnell, asked by CNN what happened and if it is related to his fall earlier this year, said “No, I’m fine,” and then moved on to other reporters.A McConnell aide said that the senator “felt light headed and stepped a...

Lineup emerging for Hardly Strictly Bluegrass 2023

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:35:10 GMT

The famed Hardly Strictly Bluegrass festival is set to return to San Francisco’s Golden Gate Park Sept. 29 with performers including Jason Isbell and the 400 Unit, Leyla McCalla, The Church, John Doe Folk Trio, and more, organizers announced Wednesday.The free event, marking its 23rd year, runs Sept. 29-Oct. 1 with its trademark, wide-ranging lineup touching on a wealth of musical genres.Other performers announced Wednesday include Valerie June, Christone ‘Kingfish’ Ingram, John Craigie, Neal Francis, Bahamas, and Gaby Moreno.More performers will be announced in the near future, organizers said.Founded by billionaire financier Warren Hellman in 2001, Hardly Strictly Bluegrass has evolved from an informal one-day afternoon of free music to a three-day globally acclaimed event that annually draws more than a million music fans to Golden Gate Park.The event offered a wide array of digital music during the pandemic and returned to a live performances in 2022.Americana icons such a...

Car-to-car shooting on Highway 24 near Lafayette being investigated by CHP

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:35:10 GMT

(KRON) -- Two vehicles were involved in a freeway shooting on westbound Highway 24 near Lafayette Wednesday morning, the California Highway Patrol confirmed. The shooting occurred around 11 a.m. near Pleasant Hill Road. Naked woman armed with gun on Bay Bridge targeted random victims: CHP One of the vehicles involved in the shooting caused a collision with a separate, uninvolved vehicle. Both vehicles involved in the freeway shooting fled the scene, according to the CHP. The victim in the collision driving the uninvolved vehicle stopped to obtain a collision report. No injuries were reportedA Caltrans photo showed traffic backed up in 24 near the 680 connector. However, lanes later appeared to be open in subsequent images. The CHP is investigating the incident.This is a developing story. Check back for updates.

Man arrested after Mountain View Safeway stabbing

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:35:10 GMT

(KRON) -- One man was arrested after a stabbing outside of a Mountain View Safeway on July 19, the Mountain View Police Department announced. LinkedIn announces Bay Area layoffs: nearly 200 jobs will be cut Police received reports of stabbing outside of the Safeway located on San Antonio Road just after 1 a.m. Officers found a 34-year-old East Palo Alto man who was suffering from several stab wounds. The victim described his attacker to police before he was taken to a local hospital for treatment. A patrol officer spotted a man matching the description at the Castro Street VTA Light Rail Station, police said. Close Thanks for signing up! Watch for us in your inbox. Subscribe Now KRON4 Daily News SIGN UP NOW The man was detained and identified as William Stewart, 31, of San Jose. Stewart was arres...

Texas State Police Purchased Israeli Phone-Tracking Software for “Border Emergency”

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:35:10 GMT

The Texas Department of Public Safety purchased access to powerful software capable of locating and following people through their phones as part of Republican Gov. Greg Abbott’s “border security disaster” efforts, according to documents reviewed by The Intercept.In 2021, Abbott proclaimed that the “surge of individuals unlawfully crossing the Texas-Mexico border posed an ongoing and imminent threat of disaster” to the state and its residents. Among other effects, the disaster declaration opened a spigot of government money to a variety of private firms ostensibly paid to help patrol and blockade the state’s border with Mexico.One of the private companies that got in on the cash disbursements was Cobwebs Technologies, a little-known Israeli surveillance contractor. Cobwebs’s marquee product, the surveillance platform Tangles, offers its users a bounty of different tools for tracking people as they navigate both the internet and the real world, synthesizing social media posts, app ac...

Crowds watch Chincoteague wild ponies complete 98th annual swim in Virginia

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:35:10 GMT

CHINCOTEAGUE, Va. (AP) — Thousands of people gathered Wednesday to watch the Chincoteague wild ponies make their annual trek across the Assateague Channel.The tradition in its 98th year includes Wednesday’s swim and an auction Thursday, the biggest annual fundraiser for the Chincoteague Volunteer Fire Company, which manages the wild pony herd. The horses were made famous in the 1947 classic children’s novel “Misty of Chincoteague” by author Marguerite Henry.A chestnut-colored filly, No. 70, was crowned Queen Neptune as the first pony to complete the swim, according to The Daily Times. “Saltwater cowboys” on horseback round up ponies, who swim the Assateague Channel and come ashore on the east side of Chincoteague Island. Foals are auctioned off to help control the size of the herd, although a few are designated to return to Assateague Island to remain and help replenish the herd.Source

Pirates reliever Angel Perdomo receives a 3-game suspension for intentionally throwing at Machado

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:35:10 GMT

NEW YORK (AP) — Pittsburgh Pirates reliever Angel Perdomo was suspended for three games and fined an undisclosed amount for intentionally throwing at the San Diego Padres’ Manny Machado.Major League Baseball on Wednesday announced the disciplinary action against Perdomo, who hit Machado in the back with a 98-mph fastball after giving up a home run to Juan Soto in the seventh inning of the Padres’ 5-1 win Tuesday night in San Diego.Pirates manager Derek Shelton received a one-game suspension and a fine as a result of Perdomo’s actions.Perdomo’s suspension was to begin Wednesday when the Pirates and Padres finish their three-game series. Shelton also was to serve his suspension Wednesday.Perdomo joined the Pirates as a free agent this season and is 1-1 with a 3.92 ERA in 21 appearances.___AP MLB: https://apnews.com/hub/mlb and https://twitter.com/AP_SportsSource

3 hurt, tanker truck overturns in I-395 crash in Arlington

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:35:10 GMT

Listen live to WTOP for traffic updates on the 8s and when it breaks.A crash involving an overturned tanker truck sent three people to the hospital and closed the southbound lanes of Interstate 395 in Arlington, Virginia, for a few hours Wednesday afternoon, leading to some backups.The crash happened about 1:15 p.m. in the southbound lanes of I-395 near Exit 5 in the Shirlington area, according to Virginia State Police.State police said the crash caused the tanker truck to catch fire. Arlington County Fire & EMS said the truck was carrying propane, triggering a HAZMAT response.The three people taken to the hospital have injuries that are not believed to be life-threatening.The crash closed the southbound lanes of I-395 between Glebe Road and King Street for nearly 2 and 1/2 hours Wednesday, leading to big backups.The lanes reopened about 3:30 p.m.Source