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Matt Olson homers twice as Atlanta Braves pound New York Mets 21-3 in doubleheader opener

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 20:53:24 GMT

NEW YORK (AP) — Matt Olson homered twice, Ozzie Albies had a home run and six RBIs, and the Atlanta Braves pounded the New York Mets 21-3 on Saturday in the opening game of a doubleheader.Atlanta connected six times in its fourth win in five games, running its major league-leading total to 224 homers. Olson had his seventh multi-homer game of the season and No. 20 for his career. Sean Murphy, Austin Riley and Nicky Lopez also homered for the NL East leaders.“It’s pretty easy to go do your job when the team puts up 21 for you,” said rookie Allan Winans, who recorded his first big league win with seven scoreless innings.Lopez, making his first start since he was acquired in a trade with Kansas City on July 30, finished with four hits and five RBIs. He also pitched a scoreless ninth inning after his three-run homer off fellow position player Danny Mendick capped an eight-run top half of the frame.“I asked him if he’s ever pitched and he’s like ‘Yeah, I’ve got a knuckleball,” Braves man...

Conozca cómo viven los migrantes extranjeros a su paso por Honduras en su camino de búsqueda de un proceso de inmigración en Estados Unidos

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 20:53:24 GMT

(CNN Español) — La ciudad de Danlí, en la zona este de Honduras y frontera con Nicaragua, se ha convertido en el epicentro de los migrantes extranjeros que a diario llegan a Honduras en su camino para llegar a Estados Unidos.Según dijo a CNN el delegado del Comisionado Nacional de los Derechos Humanos en Honduras (Conadeh) en Danlí, William Rolando Alvarado, a diario están ingresando a esta ciudad un promedio de 2.500 migrantes procedentes de diversos países y esto tiene abarrotadas algunas plazas públicas.Según dijo el funcionario “Danlí está teniendo serios problemas por el colapso de la población migrante en tránsito”.Ya se volvió normal ver como las plazas públicas o pequeños parques son abarrotadas con tiendas de campaña o covachas construidas de plástico por los migrantes, añadió el defensor de los derechos humanos.Gabriela Camacho, quien viaja desde Venezuela, dice que todo el trayecto ha tenido que pasarla en la intemperie junto a sus tres hijas, su hermana y un sobrin...

Denver FBI asking for information about deadly hit-and-run

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 20:53:24 GMT

DENVER (KDVR) -- The Denver FBI said it is working with Wyoming Highway Patrol investigating a deadly hit-and-run on the Wind River Indian Reservation in Wyoming.A woman was walking along Wyoming Highway 789 just south of the Wind River Hotel and Casino between 4:30 and 5 a.m. Saturday, according to a press release. That's when Denver FBI said she was killed by a vehicle striking her. The driver of the vehicle did not stay at the scene of the crash, or report it to police.Now, the Denver FBI is working with the Wyoming Highway Patrol and the Bureau of Indian Affairs to investigate the crash. They are asking anyone with information to call 1-800-CALL-FBI to report it, or do so on the website.No further information was immediately released.

Tantra Drive, Table Mesa closed as Boulder police investigate deadly crash

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 20:53:24 GMT

DENVER (KDVR) -- One person was killed in a crash in Boulder Saturday.The Boulder Police Department said a motorcyclist was pronounced dead on the scene of the crash between the motorcycle and a car. Motorcycle deaths on the rise on Colorado roads It happened at the intersection of Table Mesa and Tantra Drive, and the roads were closed in that area for investigation.Police said the road closures could last for several hours. BPD tweeted a detour recommendation for those going west on Table Mesa, asking drivers to turn right on Moorhead or make a U-turn at the gas station.BPD said drivers cannot get around the crash by turning into the complex at 4700 Table Mesa.It was unclear whether the other driver was injured, and the circumstances leading up to the crash are under investigation.

Southwest Ranches family fears 2 missing horses likely stolen, asks for animals’ safe return

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 20:53:24 GMT

Two horses have vanished without a trace from a property in Southwest Ranches, triggering concerns from their owners that the animals were likely stolen.Speaking with 7News on Saturday, members of the family that owns the horses believe crooks broke into the property, located near Southwest 178th Avenue and 56th Street, and took off with the animals.“The worker that works for me came to feed the horses; they were gone, and we found the fence broken,” said Pablo Gamboa. “These horses are like kids for us, you know, like family members.”According to the family, the horse heist happened sometime between late Friday night and early Saturday morning.The family said they rescued the older horse, 2-year-old Venus, when she was just 3 months old. The younger horse, 9-month-old Milagro, since she was just a baby as well.Family members said they are not only devastated but also living in fear.“We are very stressed, not only because we love our horses, because the...

Police issue warning to dog owners after several incidents involving stolen pets

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 20:53:24 GMT

Animal control officers are warning dog owners to keep a close eye on their pets after several high-profile incidents involving stolen pets in the Boston area.New England Animal Control Officers are sounding the alarm about scammers who target people whose pets have gone missing. In one recent incident in Norfolk, scammers posing as an animal control officer reached out to an owner via text, prompting them to call animal control to confirm it was a real officer.Norfolk Animal Control Officer Hillary Cohen said the incident should serve as a reminder that animal control officers will never reach out via text or ask for your personal information.“Just think twice, if it doesn’t feel right just reach out to someone who can give you answers,” she said.

Storms return overnight into Sunday

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 20:53:24 GMT

Another round of storms is in the forecast overnight and into Sunday as a storm system moves over New England. Strong to severe storms are expected, although any severe weather will be isolated as storms pass over the area. The main threats with any severe storm will mainly be strong wind gusts in excess of 60mph, small hail, and isolated flash flooding. Storms will start making their way into New England early Sunday morning, reaching Boston around 6 AM. Later, storms will head towards the South Shore, Cape, and Islands, and strengthen somewhat as the sunrise heats up the atmosphere.Once the storms move offshore, the rest of Sunday’s forecast is mostly good, with only a stray chance for a shower or storm past noontime.

Hawaii search shifts to focus on loss of life as FEMA identifies remains. Follow live updates

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 20:53:24 GMT

By REBECCA BOONE (Associated Press)Follow live updates about wildfires that have devastated parts of Maui in Hawaii this week, destroying a historic town and forcing evacuations. The National Weather Service said Hurricane Dora, which passed south of the island chain, was partly to blame for strong winds that initially drove the flames, knocking out power and grounding firefighting helicopters.Hawaii Gov. Josh Green said operations Saturday would focus on “the loss of life” as he toured the devastation on Lahaina’s beloved Front Street with representatives from the Federal Emergency Management Agency. “Most of our focus will be on humans today,” he said.FEMA said the agency has been spray-painting cars and buildings on Front Street with an “X” to indicate they had received an initial check, but that there could still be human remains inside. When crews do another pass through, if they find remains, they will add the letters “HR” ...

Bello’s struggles continue, bats fall silent as Red Sox lose 6-2 to Tigers

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 20:53:24 GMT

Brayan Bello’s emergence as a dependable starting pitcher has been one of the biggest developments of the Red Sox season, but lately the second-year standout has run into some trouble.Those struggles continued Saturday as the right-hander labored through his latest outing, allowing four runs on nine hits in Boston’s 6-2 loss to the Detroit Tigers. Red Sox pitchers allowed four home runs in total, including two to outfielder Kerry Carpenter, and the offense couldn’t make the most of the few chances they created, going 0 for 11 with runners in scoring position.It was clear early on that Bello didn’t have it, and while he was able to avoid serious damage with a couple of well-timed double plays, the Tigers were all over him throughout.The trouble started in the second inning, when Bello allowed a leadoff home run to Carpenter and then a single to Spencer Torkelson. He got a double play to end that rally but allowed three more singles in the third, including an R...

Two dead after fatal residential fire in Vaughan

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 20:53:24 GMT

Two people have died due to a residential fire in the Jane Street and Major Mackenzie Drive area of Vaughan on Saturday afternoon.Vaughan Fire and Rescue services along with York Region emergency services were called at approximately 2:30 p.m. to a residence in the area as fire crews arrived and extinguished the fire.Two people were located deceased inside the residence and at this time have not yet been identified.An investigation is ongoing and the cause of the fire has not yet been determined.The Office of the Fire Marshal has been contacted as well as the Office of the Chief Coroner.