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Live updates | Fleetwood gets into final group 5 shots back at British Open

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:25:11 GMT

HOYLAKE, England (AP) — Tommy Fleetwood battled for one last par for a 71 at the British Open. He’s still five shots behind leader Brian Harman, but he’s in the final group.Fleetwood grew up about 40 minutes away in Southport. He has enjoyed massive support from the gallery and it figures to be one-sided in his favor at Royal Liverpool.Sepp Straka is six shots behind after a 67. Straka is hopeful of a strong performance to boost his Ryder Cup chances for Europe. He was born in Austria and raised there until he moved to Georgia in the U.S. when he was a teenager.The most clutch shot might have belonged to Scottie Scheffler. He got up-and-down from a bunker on the 18th for birdie to make the cut on the number.The cut was at 3-over par.___— A day of surprises at British Open.— South African amateur Christo Lamprecht is a big man with a big game— Rasmus and Nicolai first set of twins playing the British Open— New hole on an old links getting all...

Larimer Sheriff’s deputy will not be criminally charged in man’s death on Interstate 25

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:25:11 GMT

No criminal charges will be brought against a Larimer County Sheriff’s deputy in connection to the death of a 28-year-old man who was fatally hit by a vehicle on Interstate 25 after the deputy shocked a man with a Taser.Brent Thompson (Provided by Rathod Mohamedbhai LLC)Brent Allen Thompson, of Loveland, died Feb. 18 during a traffic stop in which Deputy Lorenzo Lujan deployed his Taser on Thompson. The man collapsed into the northbound lane of I-25 and was hit by a passing motorist, according to a fatal use of force decision letter on the incident by the Larimer County District Attorney’s Office. Thompson had been stopped by Lujan on an I-25 off-ramp for expired registration tags on the vehicle he was driving, the document said. During the stop, Thompson was found to be driving the Ford Fusion despite his driver’s license having been revoked.Lujan was attempting to arrest Thompson when he took off running toward the highway, according to the decision letter. Lujan...

Robin Niceta indicted on charges in connection with false medical reports provided to court

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:25:11 GMT

By Kelly Dietz, Katie Parkins and Jennifer Kovaleski, Denver7Robin Niceta, the former partner of ex-Aurora police Chief Vanessa Wilson, is being indicted on multiple charges related to allegedly fabricated medical records claiming she had a brain tumor and was not fit to stand trial in Colorado.Related ArticlesCrime and Public Safety | Robin Niceta made up medical records, aggressive brain cancer diagnosis, prosecutors claim in court documents Crime and Public Safety | Defense for Robin Niceta, ex-partner of former Aurora chief, claims she’s incompetent to stand trial Crime and Public Safety | Investigation into Arapahoe agency where social worker is accused of false child abuse report found no widespread problem Crime and Public Safety | Ex-Aurora police Chief Vanessa Wilson used position of power to have partner’s ex-girlfriend arrested, lawsuit alleges Niceta, who is a former Arapahoe County social worker...

13-year-old teen missing out of Monterey Park

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:25:11 GMT

Authorities are asking for the public’s help finding a 13-year-old girl who was last seen in Monterey Park Friday.Lyrik Omar Amparano left her temporary home at 11 a.m., according to the Monterey Park Police Department.She told her social worker she was going to visit a cousin in an unknown location without permission.She was last seen on foot.Lyrik, who is male but identifies as female, suffers from bipolar disorder but does not take medication, police said.She was last seen wearing a gray t-shirt, gray sweat pants and black Vans. Her hair has red tips and she was last seen wearing it in a ponytail, police said.Anyone with information about Lyrik’s whereabouts is asked to call the Monterey Park Police Department at 626-573-1311.

A look inside Barbie's Malibu Dreamhouse

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:25:11 GMT

Select Barbie fans got to experience life in the dreamhouse when Airbnb unveiled the latest iteration of Barbie’s Malibu Dreamhouse ahead of the movie’s worldwide release.KTLA got to tour the dreamhouse, which was hosted by Ken this time around. The same house was used as an Airbnb in 2019 when Mattel celebrated Barbie’s 60th anniversary.The enterance to Ken's bedroom at Barbie's Malibu Dreamhouse. (KTLA) A view of Ken's bedroom at the Barbie Airbnb Malibu Dreamhouse. (KTLA) Barbie fans going to the Airbnb can try on life-sized versions of Barbie and Ken's clothes and jewelry. ( KTLA) Barbie fans going to the Airbnb can try on life-sized versions of Barbie and Ken's clothes and jewelry. ( KTLA) Barbie fans going to the Airbnb can try on life-sized versions of Barbie and Ken's clothes and jewelry. ( KTLA) Ken is a major fan of horses and he shows he love with a horse statue in his bedroom. (KTLA) A photo of Ken's workout area at the dreamhouse. (KTLA) Barbie Dreamhouse fans can also ...

Northern Nights Brings Beats and Heat to Redwoods

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:25:11 GMT

We headed north to the redwoods for the latest installment of the original cannabis-friendly music festival, Northern Nights.The festival’s geography plays a significant role in its place in the history of cannabis progress. The venue, Cook’s Campground, sits in the heart of the Emerald Triangle stretching across the county line separating Mendocino and Humboldt. In addition to all the fine local cannabis, attendees spend their weekend enjoying up-and-coming EDM acts across numerous stages, and floating on the river.   This past weekend we got the chance to sit down with many of Northern Nights’ co-founders as they celebrated the festival’s 10th anniversary, including Andrew Blap, Peter Huson, Matty “Worldfamous” Wilson and Emily Wilson. The festival has long been associated with legal cannabis sales after hosting the state’s first at music festival in the wake of Prop 64’s implementation. Following Northern Nights’ lead, major festivals around the country jumped on board with...

One Pronounced Dead Following Pedestrian Accident on 405 Freeway [Sherman Oaks, CA]

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:25:11 GMT

Pedestrian Collision near Ventura Boulevard Left One KilledSHERMAN OAKS, CA (July 21, 2023) – Early Thursday morning, an auto pedestrian accident on 405 Freeway left one unidentified person dead.Authorities responded to reports of the collision involving a vehicle and a pedestrian, around 7:15 a.m. along the 405 Freeway, at Ventura Boulevard.Upon arrival, officers discovered the pedestrian was fatally injured, although they have yet to determine the circumstances that lead up to the collision.Furthermore, officials shut down a large portion of the roadway to allow for cleanup and preliminary duties, but have since been reopened.No further details regarding the 405 Freeway pedestrian accident have been released to the public. San Diego officials will provide more information once available.No words can mend the broken hearts and sorrow felt during this delicate moment. Deepest condolences and sympathies are with the family and friends of the victim.It is important to have stron...

Former Silicon Valley tech executive charged by feds for alleged role in fraud scheme

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:25:11 GMT

SAN JOSE — A Silicon Valley-based tech executive was charged with wire fraud this week for his alleged role in a scheme to divert funds and business from his employers to a business he had a controlling and financial interest in, according to federal prosecutors.In documents filed Wednesday, Mountain View resident Kevin Chao, 64, was accused of defrauding his employer of millions of dollars in business and software-licensing fees while serving as its global business director. Prosecutors said he directed those funds to Zillsoft, a business that he controlled, without first disclosing his interest in the company to his employers.According to the U.S. Justice Department, Chao had a “duty to of loyalty” and a “duty to disclose outside business” to his employers. While a news release did not name the company that employed Chao, his LinkedIn profile lists him as global business director for San Jose-based Rockwell Software from January 2007 to January 2020.Prosecu...

Photos: The Coliseum goes to the dogs as Oakland A’s host “Bark in the Park”

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:25:11 GMT

It was a “ruff” day at the ballpark on Tuesday night as Oakland A’s fans brought their hounds to watch the game against the Boston Red Sox.Though loads of fun was had and many dog treats were consumed, the A’s lost to the Red Sox 3-0. From chihuahuas to Great Danes, there were canines of all shapes and sizes in the outfield plaza section, many wearing team jerseys or bandannas.As the Oakland A’s Brent Rooker hit a double in the fifth inning, Greg Farias, of Oakland, stood up and cheered with his 60-pound husky Sky in his arms.“We love all of the wonderful people and dogs, and just A’s fans in general; it’s really a community,” Farias said.The popular event takes place each Tuesday home game throughout the season. Fans and their four-legged friends can sit in sections 200-202 of the plaza outfield section.There are four more Bark in the Park nights this season. Click here for more info and to pre-register your pup.Greg Farias and ...

VP Kamala Harris says Florida rules on Black history pushed by Gov. DeSantis are ‘propaganda’

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:25:11 GMT

By CHRIS MEGERIAN and BRENDAN FARRINGTONWASHINGTON — Vice President Kamala Harris said extremists want to “replace history with lies” as she traveled to Florida on Friday to assail Republican efforts to overhaul educational standards, plunging into a battle over schooling that has rippled through classrooms around the country.“They dare to push propaganda to our children,” she said in Jacksonville. “This is the United States of America. We’re not supposed to do that.”Her trip came two days after the Florida Board of Education approved a revised Black history curriculum to satisfy legislation signed by Gov. Ron DeSantis, a Republican presidential candidate who has accused public schools of liberal indoctrination. The new standards include instruction that enslaved people benefited from skills that they learned.“How is it that anyone could suggest that in the midst of these atrocities that there was any benefit to being subjected to this level of dehumanization?” Harris asked.She did ...