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49ers’ Christian McCaffrey’s latest score: Golf clubs, tequila for entire offense

Published Sun, 16 Feb 2025 16:20:57 GMT

SANTA CLARA — Christian McCaffrey’s offensive teammates were euphoric when they arrived in the locker room after practice and found his Christmas gifts to them: a custom golf bag, a certificate for fitted golf clubs, and a bottle of tequila.“I figured they needed a pair of clubs, and to get fitted for them, too, and be able to have a set that works, I don’t know if that will do anything, but it might give everybody a little false confidence,” McCaffrey said Friday.Add gift giver to one more thing on McCaffrey’s 2023 accomplishments, which include a NFL-leading 1,292 rushing yards and 20 touchdowns for the NFC-leading 49ers (11-3).“I needed some,” quarterback Brock Purdy said of the golf clubs. “Shout out, Christian. Thank you.” View this post on InstagramA post shared by Cam Inman (@49ers.cam)Purdy’s repeatedly stated over the past week that McCaffrey should be the 49ers’ leading candidate over him as the NFL’s...

Homeless man found not guilty in assault case against ex-SF fire commissioner

Published Sun, 16 Feb 2025 16:20:57 GMT

SAN FRANCISCO (KRON) -- A man facing felony assault and battery charges against a former San Francisco fire commissioner has been found not guilty on all counts, the San Francisco District Attorney's Office confirmed Friday. The altercation happened on April 5 in San Francisco's Marina District. Pacifica domestic stabbing victim identified Garret Doty, 25, was seen on video swinging a metal rod at the former commissioner, Don Carmignani. Additional surveillance footage later allegedly showed Carmignani attack Doty with bear spray before Doty fought back with the pipe. “From the beginning, it was clear to me that Mr. Doty was acting in self defense against Mr. Carmignani, who not only had the audacity to attack Mr. Doty with bear spray and then threatened to stab and kill Mr. Doty, but also presented himself as unwilling to back down from a fight that he had started,” said Deputy Public Defender Kleigh Hathaway. “Self-defense can be fierce because the brain goes into survival mode...

Pacifica domestic stabbing victim identified

Published Sun, 16 Feb 2025 16:20:57 GMT

(KRON) -- The man who was fatally stabbed in Pacifica on Thursday was identified as Ezra Raymond Pouech, 30, by the San Mateo County Coroner's Office on Friday.Pouech, an Oakland resident, was one of two people stabbed by Jason Gillenwater on Thursday at about 7:45 a.m., according to police. The other victim was hospitalized. Robbers are following shoppers home, Alameda police say Gillenwater, 46, was found dead in his car in Ukiah from a self-inflicted gunshot wound on Thursday afternoon.The stabbing happened on the 200 block of Naomi Avenue. Nearby Vallemar Elementary School was placed on lockdown while Gillenwater was at large. Law enforcement learned in the afternoon that Gillenwater may be in Ukiah, and he was found dead at 1:45 p.m. The Pacifica Police Department said he obtained the gun in Colusa County after committing the stabbing.KRON ON is streaming news live now.embed-container { position: relative; padding-bottom: 56.25%; height: 0; overflow: hidden; max-width: 100%;...

Missing 20-year-old last seen in San Jose, considered at-risk

Published Sun, 16 Feb 2025 16:20:57 GMT

(KRON) -- San Jose police are asking for the public's help in finding a missing at-risk person. Dara Olumi, 20, was last seen on Thursday at 5 p.m. walking on Avalon Drive in San Jose, the San Jose Police Department said on X. 3 hospitalized, including toddler, after fatal crash on Highway 152 near Gilroy Olumi is described to be 5-foot-8 tall and weighs 135 pounds. He has black hair and brown eyes with stubble/unshaven facial hair, along with two bald spots on the back of head. He was last seen wearing green cotton shorts, a light-colored t-shirt and a light-brown blanket on his shoulders, according to SJPD. SJPD says anyone with information about his location is asked to contact the department at 408-277-8900 or call 9-1-1.

San Jose man charged with homicide in connection to woman's death

Published Sun, 16 Feb 2025 16:20:57 GMT

(KRON) -- A San Jose man who was already in custody in Santa Clara County Jail has been charged with homicide in connection to a woman who was killed earlier this month, the San Jose Police Department said. On Dec. 2 at approximately 5:16 p.m., officers responded to a residence on the 900 block of Thelma Way on a report of a possible deceased person. Robbers are following shoppers home, Alameda police say Arriving at the scene, officers found a woman with obvious signs of trauma. She was pronounced dead, police said.SJPD homicide detectives responded to the scene and began an investigation. Through the course of the investigation, detectives identified Ray Garcia, 28, of San Jose as the suspect.Garcia, who was already in custody, was charged on Dec. 22. This was the city's 31st homicide of 2023, SJPD said.

DC Council chairman introduces bill aimed at reducing violent crime

Published Sun, 16 Feb 2025 16:20:57 GMT

As shootings continue to plague the District, city lawmakers are looking for ways to keep its residents safe — and D.C. Council Chairman Phil Mendelson wants to lead the charge against violent crime in the city.Mendelson introduced legislation this week called “Evidence-Based Gun Violence Reduction and Prevention Act of 2023,” which includes five areas of focus.Violent crime is occurring at levels not seen in the District since the early 2000s. We can and must do better to fight violence and protect our residents.So today, along with 7 of my colleagues, I’m introducing the Evidence-Based Gun Violence Reduction & Prevention Act of 2023 pic.twitter.com/fqOmdU55MV— Phil Mendelson (@ChmnMendelson) December 21, 2023One area of focus is repeat offenders.“The people that we … have in custody today are very likely tomorrow’s criminals,” Mendelson said.Another area of focus targets blighted properties in the District. No measures are currently in the c...

Club World Champions

Published Sun, 16 Feb 2025 16:20:57 GMT

Club world champions (Intercontinental Cup from 1960-79, Toyota Cup from 1980-2004):2023 — Manchester City (England) 4, Fluminense (Brazil) 02022 — Real Madrid (Spain) 5, Al-Hilal (Saudi Arabia) 32021 — Chelsea (England) 2, Palmeiras (Brazil) 1, ET2020 — Bayern Munich (Germany) 1, Tigres (Mexico) 02019 — Liverpool (England) 1, Flamengo (Brazil) 0, ET2018 — Real Madrid (Spain) 4, Al-Ain (United Arab Emirates) 12017 — Real Madrid (Spain) 1, Gremio (Brazil) 02016 — Real Madrid (Spain) 4, Kashmir Antlers (Japan) 2, ET2015 — Barcelona (Spain) 3, River Plate (Argentina) 02014 — Real Madrid (Spain) 2, San Lorenzo (Argentina) 02013 — Bayern Munich (Germany) 2, Raja Casablanca (Morocco) 02012 — Corinthians (Brazil) 1, Chelsea (England) 02011 — Barcelona (Spain) 4, Santos (Brazil) 02010 — Inter Milan (Italy) 3, TP Mazembe (Democratic Republic of Congo) 02009 — Barcelona (Spain) 2, Estudiantes (Argentina) 1, ET2008 — Manchester United (England), Liga de Quito (Ecuador) 02007 — AC Milan (Italy)...

How major US stock indexes fared Friday, 12/22/2023

Published Sun, 16 Feb 2025 16:20:57 GMT

Wall Street capped its eighth straight winning week with a quiet finish Friday following reports showing inflation on the way down and the economy potentially on the way up. The S&P 500 rose 0.2% to sit less than 1% below its record set nearly two years ago. The Dow Jones Industrial Average slipped 18 points, or less than 0.1%, and the Nasdaq composite edged 0.2% higher. A report on Friday showed the measure of inflation the Federal Reserve prefers to use slowed by more than economists expected, down to 2.6% in November from 2.9% a month earlier.On Friday:The S&P 500 rose 7.88 points, or 0.2%, to 4,754.63The Dow Jones Industrial Average fell 18.38 points, or less than 0.1%, to 37,385.97.The Nasdaq composite rose 29.11 points, or 0.2%, to 14,992.97.The Russell 2000 index of smaller companies rose 17.36 points, or 0.9%, to 2,034.21.For the week:The S&P 500 is up 35.44 points, or 0.8%.The Dow is up 80.81 points, or 0.2%.The Nasdaq is up 179.05 points, or 1.2%.The Russell 20...

Colts’ Michael Pittman Jr. clears concussion protocol, says he doesn’t remember hit by Kazee

Published Sun, 16 Feb 2025 16:20:57 GMT

INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — Indianapolis Colts receiver Michael Pittman Jr. did not appreciate the violence of a hit he took from Pittsburgh Steelers safety Damontae Kazee until he saw video of the play.Pittman, the Colts’ leading receiver, cleared the concussion protocol Friday and was listed as questionable for Sunday’s game at Atlanta. Kazee, meanwhile, has been suspended for the rest of the regular season for that illegal hit and what the NFL called “repeated violations” of player safety rules.Pittman told reporters Friday he didn’t remember much about the hit, but the reactions of his loved ones told him it was serious. Kazee launched his shoulder into a diving Pittman, who was trying to make a catch, and made contact with the receiver’s head.“I really didn’t grasp how significant it was until I watched it,” Pittman said. “I remember sitting in my locker and my wife came in crying, my daughter was crying and that’s like the first time I was like, ‘Maybe this was bad.’...

Surging Colts look to protect their share of AFC South lead against slumping Falcons

Published Sun, 16 Feb 2025 16:20:57 GMT

INDIANAPOLIS (8-6) at ATLANTA (6-8)Sunday, 1 p.m. EST, Fox.BETTING LINE: Falcons by 1 1/2, according to FanDuel Sportsbook.AGAINST THE SPREAD: Indianapolis 9-5, Atlanta 4-10SERIES RECORD: Colts lead 15-2.LAST MEETING: Colts won 27-24 on Sept. 22, 2019, at Indianapolis.LAST WEEK: Colts beat Steelers 30-13, Falcons lost to Panthers 9-7.COLTS OFFENSE: OVERALL (13), RUSH (13), PASS (18), SCORING (8).COLTS DEFENSE: OVERALL (21), RUSH (26), PASS (18), SCORING (27).FALCONS OFFENSE: OVERALL (19), RUSH (9), PASS (23), SCORING (T-26).FALCONS DEFENSE: OVERALL (10), RUSH (T-15), PASS (8), SCORING (8).TURNOVER DIFFERENTIAL: Colts plus-4, Falcons minus-6.COLTS PLAYERS TO WATCH: Running backs. While it’s unclear who will play this week, the Colts know Gardner Minshew plays far better when he has a strong ground game. It looks as if Jonathan Taylor is ready to go after missing three games with a right thumb injury. But Zack Moss has a right arm injury and could sit out. If neither plays, former pra...