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Orioles sweep Royals, 11-3, to win 4th straight and improve to 17 games over .500 for first time since July 2016

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 07:38:20 GMT

Gunnar Henderson has a patient approach at the plate, wisely watching for the right pitch to drive.On Sunday, fans who have been patient with the Orioles’ 21-year-old blooming star were rewarded with one of his best performances in the major leagues.Henderson — who hit just .189 through March and April but has batted over .300 for the past month, one-upped himself Sunday, totaling a career-high seven bases, including a 462-foot missile in the seventh inning. The three-run homer, the Orioles’ longest of the season, landed on Eutaw Street and provided insurance runs as the Orioles crushed the Royals, 11-3, in front of an announced crowd of 23,255.With the win, their fourth straight and first this season by more than five runs, the Orioles (41-24) improved to 17 games over .500 for the first time since July 2016.Batting leadoff for the second straight game in place of the injured Cedric Mullins, Henderson finished 3-for-5 and just a triple short of the cycle. He’...

After enduring rough patch, Twins reliever Griffin Jax bounces back

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 07:38:20 GMT

TORONTO — Shortly after watching Griffin Jax suffer his fourth loss in seven appearances last month, Twins manager Rocco Baldelli professed his desire to find the struggling reliever some “softer landing spots” if possible — dropping him into some lower-leverage situations to ease the pressure on him.Problem was, the Twins had been playing very close, tight games at the time and there really weren’t many opportunities for that.“If not, we’re just going to have to keep using him and relying on him to go out there and battle through it,” Baldelli said in May. “He could easily just go out there and one outing and a guy like this can solve a few things. We’ve seen that happen before, and I believe that he’s a guy that could do that.”Since that point?The reliever entered Sunday having made eight appearances since Baldelli said that. Over the course of 7 2/3 innings, he had given up just two hits and no runs while striking out 10.Opponents are hitting .080 against Jax in that period of ti...

Three arrested in connection to Washington County narcotics investigation

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 07:38:20 GMT

KINGSBURY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- Three people have been arrested in connection to a Washington County narcotics investigation, according to police. David Henderson, 46, of New York City, Linda Marshall, 53, of Lake George, and Kristina Ray (Tatsey), 37, of Argyle, are all facing multiple charges. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! According to the Washington County Sheriff’s Office, an investigation determined that Henderson, Marshall, and Ray were allegedly involved in the sale of narcotics throughout Washington County. The investigation led to their arrest, and the three of them now face the following charges:ChargesHenderson Three counts of third-degree criminal sale of a controlled substanceThree counts of third-degree criminal possession of a controlled substanceMarshall Third-degree criminal sale of a controlled substanceThird-degree criminal possession of a controlled substanceRayFour counts of third-degree criminal sale of ...

Gioacchini nets impressive goal, CITY SC settles for 1-1 draw in FOX 2 debut

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 07:38:20 GMT

ST. LOUIS - The rain, rain went away just in time for St. Louis CITY SC's first home matinee, one that ends with a 1-1 draw against the LA Galaxy. Niko Gioacchini broke a scoreless tie in the 68th minute, but LA answered late and played spoiler in the franchise's first game on FOX 2 airwaves. Gioacchini scored his sixth goal of the season, launching to the left-side corner from his left leg after a fast pass from Jared Stroud. He said the tally was a matter of instincts. RELATED - St. Louis CITY SC on track for historic feat among MLS expansion teams "I knew the goal would be a little behind to the right, so I got a tight shot in," said Gioacchini. "I was thinking about winning then. On the spot, we were very happy. But at the end of the day [after a draw], you almost forget about it." It was his third goal in the last five games, and he's been a force with super striker Klauss out with a quad injury."He's been searching for that," said head coach Bradley Carnell. "He's committed...

OSHA refers investigation on Missouri teen's landfill death to child labor division

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 07:38:20 GMT

LEE'S SUMMIT, Mo. - The Occupational Safety and Health Administration is now investigating after a teenager was killed at a landfill Thursday morning.Police identified the teenager as 16-year-old William M. Hampton of Lee’s Summit. He was a sophomore at Lee's Summit High School, known to most there as Will. One dead, another injured in Kansas City police shooting Friday night The school's principal sent an email to students and parents Thursday night that read in part: "It is with deep sorrow that we are reporting the death of Will Hampton, a sophomore member of our Tiger Family, in a tragic accident this morning. Our thoughts and prayers are with Will’s family during this difficult time. We also offer condolences to all Lee’s Summit High School students and staff members, especially Will’s classmates, teachers and support staff."The district said there were resources available at Lee's Summit schools on Friday.Investigators said Hampton died while working at Lee's Summit Resource...

The best beach towns in Illinois

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 07:38:20 GMT

Summer vacation has already begun for some across the U.S., and if Memorial Day is any indication, travelers should expect a busy summer season in 2023.That weekend, largely considered the unofficial start of summer, the Transportation Security Administration screened 9.79 million people, surpassing pre-pandemic levels. And half of Americans say they will take a trip this summer, according to a survey from Deloitte, up from 46% in 2022.Trips abroad are spiking in popularity, as people try to make up for time lost during pandemic-era travel restrictions. However, as inflation makes travel more expensive, budget-conscious travelers are opting to cut costs by driving to their destinations and choosing to stay stateside. AAA expected 2 million more travelers on the road on Memorial Day weekend 2023 than on that weekend in 2022.Beach destinations are popular this year, according to a survey from vacation-rental platform Vacasa, and outdoor recreation remains a top priority. Not only are ...

Nuggets vs. Heat Game 5: Three keys to victory as Denver looks to end NBA Finals

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 07:38:20 GMT

It’s closing time on the 2022-23 NBA season.But whether it ends in Denver or Miami is up to the Nuggets. They’ve already proven themselves superior to the Heat while taking a 3-1 NBA Finals lead. It seems only they can get in their own way at this point.Related ArticlesDenver Nuggets | NBA Finals roundtable: Did Michael Jordan ever have better playoff run than what Nikola Jokic’s doing in 2023? Denver Nuggets | Keeler: Blind Nuggets fans see what Kendrick Perkins, Stephen A. Smith can’t. Nikola Jokic, Jamal Murray destined to be NBA champions. “Watch. Just watch.” Denver Nuggets | Bruce Brown’s career-defining night comes in same city where Jim Larrañaga gave him his pregame ritual Denver Nuggets | Kiszla: While first championship will be sweet, Nuggets’ lofty ambition is to win not one, not two … Denver Nuggets | Nuggets Journal: Mike Miller saw something...

3 suspects in custody after armed robbery leads to pursuit in El Sereno

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 07:38:20 GMT

Three suspects are now in custody after an alleged armed robbery developed into a pursuit in El Sereno Sunday morning. According to LAPD, a witness called 911 after observing three male suspects attempt to rob a business in the 4500 block of Valley Boulevard around 9:02 a.m. One suspect was taken into custody at the scene, police said. The two other suspects fled the scene in a gray BMW and LAPD units began a pursuit at 9:08 a.m. During the pursuit, a crash occurred at the intersection of Figueroa and 21st streets, and one of the suspects was arrested. The third suspect managed to get away after the crash but crashed again in the 1900 block of Estrella Avenue. He was arrested after the second crash occurred at 9:26 a.m. A rifle was also thrown out of the BMW during the pursuit, police said. None of the three suspects have been identified. Anisha Banerjee contributed to this report.

One dead, seven injured after gunfire breaks out at teen birthday party in Antioch

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 07:38:20 GMT

One person was killed and seven others were injured by gunfire after a teen birthday party in Antioch turned violent early Sunday morning.According to the Antioch Police Department, a 19-year-old male was hosting a birthday party on Sunset Lane near Mountaire Park. Sometime close to 1 a.m., uninvited guests arrived at the party and multiple shots were fired soon after.Officers received the first reports of multiple gunshots at 12:58 a.m. on Sunday. When they arrived on the scene, they were told that multiple people had been shot. According to police, the shots created a chaotic scene in which young party-goers, including those hit by gunfire, were fleeing in all directions into the neighborhood.The suspects also fled the area in a vehicle before police arrived at the party.Related ArticlesCrime and Public Safety | School shootings are a real threat — so these Bay Area students invented a technology to fight back Crime and Public Safety | Nine people ...

San Mateo Police ask for help locating elderly man missing since Saturday

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 07:38:20 GMT

The San Mateo Police Department is asking for assistance in finding Rafael Roldan, an 81-year-old San Mateo resident who struggles with dementia.Roldan was last seen on Saturday at 4 p.m. after leaving his residence on Casa de Campo Way to go watch a soccer game at the park down the street. Roldan reportedly never arrived at Los Prados park. His family reported him missing on Sunday.Roldan, who is about 5’1 and 175 pounds, was last seen wearing a red hat, red shirt, black jacket, green/gray pants and brown shoes.Anyone with information about Roldan can contact the San Mateo Police Department at (650) 522-7700.Related ArticlesCrime and Public Safety | Stanford professor accused of domestic abuse found after disappearing on backpacking trip Crime and Public Safety | Search continues for missing Stanford professor who faces domestic violence charge Crime and Public Safety | Stanford professor charged with domestic violence missing in Washingto...