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Ohio vote shows power of abortion rights at the ballot box

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 14:55:17 GMT

By Sara Burnett and Christine Fernando | Associated PressCHICAGO — Abortion wasn’t technically on the ballot in Ohio’s special election. But the overwhelming defeat of a measure that would have made it tougher to enshrine abortion rights in the state constitution this fall was the latest indicator that the issue remains a powerful force at the ballot box.The election saw record turnout for what’s typically a sleepy August election date and sets up another battle in November, when Ohio will be the only state this year to have reproductive rights on the ballot. It also gives hope to Democrats and other abortion rights supporters who say the matter could sway voters their way again in 2024. That’s when it could affect races for president, Congress and statewide offices, and when places such as the battleground of Arizona may put abortion questions on their ballots as well.Democrats described the victory in Ohio, a one-time battleground state that has shifted mar...

Taylor Swift, Beyoncé and ‘Barbie’ are unleashing the spending power of women

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 14:55:17 GMT

By Vanessa Yurkevich | CNNNew York  — It’s the summer of girl power, fueled by Beyoncé, Taylor Swift and “Barbie.”Millions of people across generations are paying through the nose for these experiences, providing a women-powered boost to the economy.“I loved going with my family” to Taylor Swift and “Barbie,” said 15-year-old Chelsea Deutsch. “I don’t think I would have rather had it any other way.”“Barbie” has so far raked in over $1 billion and counting at the box office. Beyoncé’s tour has been such a success, she was blamed for boosting inflation in Stockholm. And the final six nights of Taylor Swift’s Eras tour in Los Angeles are expected to bring $320 million to the city, according to the California Center for Jobs and the Economy.“Barbie” was distributed by Warner Bros., which is owned by CNN’s parent company Warner Bros. Discovery.“I think what we’re seeing right now is that women are not to be underestimated. They lift up economies and that impact is not to be overlooked,” ...

Nick Kerr, Steve’s son, promoted to head coach of Santa Cruz Warriors

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 14:55:17 GMT

Warriors head coach Steve Kerr is currently busy with USA Basketball, preparing his team for the FIBA World Cup later this month. When he returns from that tournament in Asia, a family celebration is in order.The Warriors have tapped Nicholas Kerr as the next head coach of their G League team in Santa Cruz, sources confirmed Wednesday morning.Kerr, 30, has served as an assistant coach in Santa Cruz for the last two seasons after working under his father as a video coordinator for the NBA’s Warriors for four years. Now he’ll be tasked with developing players who can rise to the NBA and help support the Warriors’ aging star core.The former Cal guard will replace Seth Cooper, who has been promoted to Warriors director player of development, a role he’ll share with former Santa Cruz general manager David Fatoki.Related ArticlesGolden State Warriors | Video: Steph Curry surprises at Paramore concert in SF, takes lead vocals Golden State Warriors | ...

Four-bedroom home sells in Fremont for $1.8 million

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 14:55:17 GMT

40991 Valero Drive – Google Street ViewA 1,583-square-foot house built in 1971 has changed hands. The property located in the 40900 block of Valero Drive in Fremont was sold on June 26, 2023. The $1,750,000 purchase price works out to $1,105 per square foot. This single-story house presents a roomy floor plan, featuring four bedrooms and two bathrooms. On the exterior, the home features built-up roofing. Inside, there is a fireplace. In addition, the home provides a garage. The property occupies a lot of 5,493 square feet.Additional houses that have recently been purchased close by include:A 1,583-square-foot home on the 2400 block of Abaca Way in Fremont sold in May 2023, for $1,841,500, a price per square foot of $1,163. The home has 4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.In August 2022, a 1,337-square-foot home on Anderson Avenue in Fremont sold for $1,650,000, a price per square foot of $1,234. The home has 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.On Beatrice Street, Fremont, in October 2022, a 1,050-squ...

Jack Smith got search warrant for Donald Trump’s Twitter account

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 14:55:17 GMT

By Tierney Sneed and Katelyn Polantz | CNNThe special counsel investigation into Donald Trump secured a search warrant of the former president’s Twitter account, @realDonaldTrump, according to a newly unsealed court filing.The search was so secret that Twitter was barred from telling Trump the search warrant had been obtained for his account, and the company, now known as “X,” was fined $350,000 because it delayed producing the records sought under the search warrant.The search warrant special counsel Jack Smith obtained sought “data and records related” to Trump’s account.The special counsel’s office, which is now working on the criminal case against Trump in DC District Court related to his efforts to overturn the 2020 presidential election, sought the warrant in January 2023.Twitter ultimately produced the records, according to the filing, now public in the US Circuit Court of Appeals.Court was worried Trump would ‘flee from prosecution’Twitter and special counsel Jack Smith’s of...

Review: Two legendary classic rock acts delight fans in decidedly different ways

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 14:55:17 GMT

The two acts hail from different sides of the classic rock spectrum, with one specializing in polished top 40 material and the other pumping out scrappy guitar-driven numbers.Yet, they both definitely share one thing in common:The ability to put broad smiles on thousands of faces.Rock and Roll Hall of Famers Rod Stewart and Cheap Trick underscored that mutual selling point on Tuesday (Aug. 8) during their fun combo concert that drew some 10,000 fans to Shoreline Amphitheatre at Mountain View.Cheap Trick was the first to take the stage, delighting the audience with a 13-song set of satisfyingly rough-around-the-edges power pop and classic rock.Cheap Trick, including Robin Zander, center, and Tom Petersson perform at Shoreline Amphitheatre in Mountain View, Calif., on Tuesday, Aug. 8, 2023. (Nhat V. Meyer/Bay Area News Group) The band was in tip-top form, powered by founding members Rick Nielsen on guitar and Tom Petersson on bass as well as longtime vocalist Robin Zander. Daxx N...

Drake brings It’s All a Blur Tour with 21 Savage to San Francisco

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 14:55:17 GMT

Drake is back.The four-time-Grammy winner — who has a dozen or so chart-topping albums/compilations/mixtapes to his credit — performs two big shows, Aug. 18-19, at Chase Center in San Francisco.He’s out on the road with 21 Savage on the It’s All a Blur Tour. The trek supports the two hip-hop stars’ collaborative studio effort, “Her Loss,” which debuted at No. 1 on the charts in late 2022.“It’s All a Blur” is Drake’s first tour since he headlined the Aubrey & the Three Migos Tour — with hip-hop trio Migos — in 2018.The current trek kicked off with two shows at the United Center in Chicago in July. A set list from that first night, listed on the tour’s Wikipedia page, shows that Drake played a lengthy 36-song solo set while 21 Savage performed a dozen songs on his own. The two rappers also played at least five songs together during that tour opener.Related ArticlesMusic | Taylor Swift, B...

Cannabis company buying Redhook, HiBall Energy and 6 other brands from Anheuser Busch

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 14:55:17 GMT

By Tiney Ricciardi | The Denver PostTilray Brands, a major player in the global cannabis sector, is increasing its foothold in the craft beer space with the purchase of eight brands from Anheuser Busch In Bev, including Colorado-based Breckenridge Brewery.The deal, announced Monday, is poised to make Tilray among the largest craft brewers in the United States and position the company to become a leader in the cannabis beverage space.In addition to Breckenridge Brewery, Tilray has agreed to acquire Shock Top, Blue Point Brewing Co., 10 Barrel Brewing Co., Redhook Brewery, Widmer Brothers Brewing, Square Mile Cider Company, and HiBall Energy. Those will bolster its already robust portfolio that includes SweetWater Brewing Co., Montauk Brewing Co., Alpine Beer Co. and Green Flash Brewing Co.According to the Brewers Association’s most recent figures, Tilray was the 9th largest craft brewer in the country. The company expects it will crack the top five once this deal goes through, someth...

'End Call' button will be moved in latest iPhone software update

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 14:55:17 GMT

SAN FRANCISCO (KRON) -- One of the changes coming as part of Apple's upcoming iPhone software update may require you to retrain your thumbs. Among the changes and new features being rolled out as part of the iOS 17 update will be the relocation of the "End Call" button from the center of the call screen to the bottom right, according to a CNBC report.Replacing the "End Call" button in the center of the call screen will be the button that brings up the Keypad, according to a screenshot displayed by CNBC. For long-term iPhone users, accustomed to hanging up calls by pressing the center button, there could be a period of readjustment. Some social media users are already complaining about it. Skimming devices found in Petaluma iOS 17 will be one of the biggest revamps of the iPhone phone apps in years, according to CNBC. Other new features being rolled out include increased personalization for calls, live voicemail, FaceTime messaging, and the ability to turn your photos into stickers...

Two Santa Rosa residents arrested for identity theft

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 14:55:17 GMT

(KRON) -- A man was arrested Tuesday for identity and mail theft, according to police. Santa Rosa police made contact with Adam Richardson, 37, while he was parked in the 9000 block of Adele Drive in Windsor. He had numerous pending charges and was therefore subject to a warrantless search and seizure of himself, his car and his residence, police said. Officers found evidence of mail and identity theft in Richardson's car. Detectives searched his residence, located in the 6000 block of Montecito Boulevard in Santa Rosa, and made contact with Zachary Roe, police said. The 40-year-old was also on probation and subject to search and seizure. ‘I want a ride’: Investigation on San Jose Pink Poodle strip club scandal released He was found to be in possession of suspected cocaine, a concealed collapsible baton, concealed sap weapon and evidence of identity theft, SRPD said.The evidence found by police is currently being examined. The Santa Rosa Police Department is actively working to c...