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Tropical storm may lead to rain showers in Texas

Published Tue, 25 Feb 2025 05:07:44 GMT

AUSTIN (KXAN) -- Following a beautiful weekend, we are tracking moisture from two Pacific tropical storms that will bring clouds and a chance of rain to Central Texas.Sunday morning brought Austin's coolest temperatures since Apr. 17 with lows bottoming out at 51°. The low temperature at Austin-Bergstrom reached 49°.Morning temperatures will be comfortable and cool again Monday, then a warming trend kicks in from gusty south winds, bringing high temperatures back to the 80s.Rain coming from the tropics?Our next chance of rain arrives Tuesday as moisture from two decaying tropical systems in the Pacific Ocean heads to Texas.While there is high uncertainty in how much rainfall we will get out of this in Central Texas, we do expect overcast skies with a 40% chance of rain locally on Tuesday. Those who do see rain will likely see light amounts under 1/4". Stay tuned for forecast updates.Warmer, dry weather returns late this week then another dry cold front may bring a second picture-per...

Kevin Ryans: The story behind the FOX 2 sports reporter

Published Tue, 25 Feb 2025 05:07:44 GMT

ST. LOUIS -- Kevin Ryans reflects on his journey through various places in Missouri, starting his on-air television career as the weekend sports anchor for KSN-TV in Joplin, Missouri. During his time in Joplin, he met his wife, and they married and are now settled in St. Louis.His educational journey took him to Syracuse University's public communication school, providing him with valuable insights from experienced industry professionals. Before joining FOX 2 and KPLR, he worked as a sports reporter and anchor for KRCG-TV in Jefferson City. He covers a wide range of sports, from City SC to the Cardinals and Blues.“The great thing about working here is the fact that we have a good sports department that allows us to be able to go out and cover big events,” he said. “I really enjoy it.” What inspired your career in journalism?Growing up in New York City, Kevin developed a deep love for sports and television. He looked up to sports broadcasters like Len Berman from Channel 4, NBC...

Jets 21, Broncos 13: Another field goal for Greg Zuerlein to extend New York’s lead

Published Tue, 25 Feb 2025 05:07:44 GMT

The Broncos (1-3) earned their first win of the year after their fourth-quarter comeback win over the Bears. Can they keep the momentum going? Stick here for live updates and analysis as Denver takes on the Jets at Empower Field at Mile High.Live updatesFourth-quarter updatesSluggish (4:57 p.m.): If the Broncos somehow lose at home by double digits to a Hackett offense, does everybody in the stands get a refund? — Sean KeelerReceiving corpse (4:54 p.m.): The Broncos’ key receivers are not seeing much today. Jerry Jeudy (four catches for 7 yards), Marvin Mims Jr. (one catch for 4 yards) and Courtland Sutton (one target) have combined for five catches and 11 yards. — Joe NguyenBoo-urns? (4:49 p.m.): Loud boos. Hackett must be getting the tinglies. — Sean KeelerField goal (4:44 p.m.): Greg Zuerlein with the 22-yard field goal. Jets 21, Broncos 13 with 12:19 to go. — Joe NguyenThe Broncos defense has been tremendous in the red zone. Or Nathaniel HackettR...

Bay Area celebrity chef Michael Chiarello dies at age 61

Published Tue, 25 Feb 2025 05:07:44 GMT

Celebrity chef Michael Chiarello — who ran restaurants in San Francisco and Napa Valley — died on Friday night after an acute allergic reaction led to anaphylactic shock.Chiarello’s company, Gruppo Chiarello, announced the chef’s passing over the weekend. He was 61 years old.“As we navigate this profound loss, we hold dear the moments we cherished with him, both in his kitchens and in our hearts,” said the Chiarello family in a statement. “His legacy will forever live on in the love he poured into every dish and the passion he instilled in all of us to savor life’s flavors.”Chiarello founded restaurants including Bottega and Ottimo, both located in Napa Valley, and Coqueta, with locations in both Napa and San Francisco. Over his decades as a chef, Chiarello earned numerous accolades for his culinary work — from being named Esquire magazine’s Chef of the Year in 2013, to hosting national television shows on PBS, the Fo...

1 dead in overnight shooting in Mission District, SFPD investigating

Published Tue, 25 Feb 2025 05:07:44 GMT

(KRON) -- One person is dead in connection to a shooting in San Francisco's Mission District early Sunday morning, the San Francisco Police Department said. SFPD officers responded to 18th and Mission Streets at around 1:58 a.m. on a report of a shooting. Four people shot in separate incidents Saturday night in Oakland Arriving on the scene, officers found a man suffering from apparent gunshot wounds. Officers rendered aid to the victim and summoned paramedics. The victim was taken to the hospital with life-threatening injuries.He later succumbed to his injuries and was pronounced dead at the hospital, police said.The San Francisco PD Homicide Detail arrived on the scene and is heading up the investigation. No arrests have been made at this time, police said.

Sonoma County rattled by quake north of Geysers

Published Tue, 25 Feb 2025 05:07:44 GMT

(KRON) -- A preliminary magnitude 3.8 earthquake shook Sonoma County around 2:30 p.m. Sunday, according to the USGS. The quake struck a few miles northwest of The Geysers, a geothermal field that spans around 30 square miles. Blue Angels SF schedule: where to watch, what you need to know Earlier Sunday, Sonoma County was hit by a 3.0 quake in the same area that struck around 8:39 a.m. Both quakes were centered about 15 miles north northeast of Healdsburg.There were no preliminary reports of any damages or injuries related to either of the quakes.This is a developing story. Check back for updates.

Concord and San Ramon city councils shut down remote comments

Published Tue, 25 Feb 2025 05:07:44 GMT

(BCN) -- The cities of Concord and San Ramon are joining Walnut Creek, Sonoma County, Redwood City and Fremont is halting remote public comment at public meetings, mostly due to antisemitic callers.vBoth cities have council meetings Tuesday night, at which people who want to make comments to the council must do so in person.Concord will only allow Zoom and phone calls for city officials under "Just cause or emergency circumstances" who can't be present at meetings, according to the meeting agenda. California's Brown Act, which governs the rules of public meetings in the state, requires municipalities to allow people to comment in person.The pandemic forced cities to expand the rules, something many municipalities kept in place meetings were reopened for in-person participation. Gov. Newsom vetoes bill that would have decriminalized psychedelic mushrooms "It is not just the antisemitic (callers) but they are also expanding into LGBT and white supremacy," Concord City Councilmember...

California's clout in Congress takes a hit

Published Tue, 25 Feb 2025 05:07:44 GMT

The recent death of Sen. Dianne Feinstein (D-Calif.) and this week’s ouster of Rep. Kevin McCarthy (R-Calif.) from the Speakership has deprived California of a wide swath of legislative and political clout, leaving the state looking to up-and-comers in Congress to fill big shoes. The loss of the two, coupled with Rep. Nancy Pelosi’s (D-Calif.) own exit from the Speakership late last year, has shaken up the state — and put it in an unfamiliar position. It has long relied on top members, especially Feinstein, to bring dollars and projects home; Feinstein served in the Senate from 1992 until her death last month.“She set a tremendous standard for what it means for a United States senator to represent California,” Sen. Alex Padilla (D-Calif.) told The Hill. “And to serve here in the Senate, I can only pray that I come anywhere close to live up to the standard that she set.” “It is impossible to overstate the impact she’s had on California,” Padilla also told reporters Wednesda...

Desmond Ridder answers critics, Younghoe Koo kicks last-second field goal, Falcons edge Texans 21-19

Published Tue, 25 Feb 2025 05:07:44 GMT

ATLANTA (AP) — All the talk from Atlanta coach Arthur Smith the last two years about Desmond Ridder’s poise and composure meant little until the quarterback demonstrated he could shine in the final minute with a game on the line.Now Ridder has a last-second comeback win as an impressive answer to his critics.Ridder passed and ran for touchdowns, providing a response to those who had called for him to be benched, Younghoe Koo kicked a go-ahead 37-yard field goal as time expired, and the Falcons snapped a two-game skid by beating the Houston Texans 21-19 on Sunday.“Now he’s got evidence, a great fourth-quarter comeback,” Smith said of Ridder.After Houston took a 19-18 lead with 1:49 remaining, Ridder completed each of his five passes on the final drive to set up Koo’s game-ending kick. The Falcons (3-2) stopped a two-game skid.“We proved we could stay calm, we could stay collected,” Ridder said. “That was one of my first true two-minute drives. I didn’t try to rush anythin...

Argentina, Fiji complete Rugby World Cup quarterfinals lineup. Portugal makes history

Published Tue, 25 Feb 2025 05:07:44 GMT

PARIS (AP) — Argentina and Fiji completed the quarterfinal lineup at the Rugby World Cup on Sunday. Argentina went through the front door, Fiji came through the back.Argentina ended Japan’s involvement in the tournament with a 39-27 victory in Nantes, where winger Mateo Carreras scored a hat trick of tries for the Pumas in a breathless match featuring eight in total.The Argentines finished runner-up in Pool D behind England and will meet Wales in Marseille on Saturday in the first quarterfinal.Fiji secured its place in the last eight for the third time, after the inaugural edition in 1987 and then 2007, thanks to a losing bonus point after falling to Portugal 24-23 in Toulouse.The Fijians jumped above Australia into second place in Pool C and set up a match against England in the quarterfinals on Sunday.The Wallabies failed to advance from the pool stage for the first time, though they’d had a couple of weeks to digest that likelihood after losing back-to-back to Fiji an...