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NASA names first moon voyage crew in 50 years

Published Sun, 16 Feb 2025 13:40:37 GMT

By Marcia Dunn | Associated PressNASA on Monday named the four astronauts who will fly around the moon late next year, including the first woman and the first African American assigned to a lunar mission.The first moon crew in 50 years — three Americans and one Canadian — was introduced during a ceremony in Houston, home to the nation’s astronauts as well as Mission Control.“This is humanity’s crew,” said NASA Administrator Bill Nelson.The four astronauts will be the first to fly NASA’s Orion capsule, launching atop a Space Launch System rocket from Kennedy Space Center no earlier than late 2024. They will not land or even go into lunar orbit, but rather fly around the moon and head straight back to Earth, a prelude to a lunar landing by two others a year later.The mission’s commander, Reid Wiseman, will be joined by Victor Glover, an African American naval aviator; Christina Koch, who holds the world record for the longest spaceflight by a woman;...

California’s history-making astronaut Victor Glover will be on NASA moon mission next year

Published Sun, 16 Feb 2025 13:40:37 GMT

This combination of photos shows, from left, astronauts Victor Glover, Jeremy Hansen, Christina Koch, and Reid Wiseman. On Monday, April 3, 2023, NASA announced the three Americans and one Canadian as the crew who will be the first to fly the Orion capsule, launching atop a Space Launch System rocket from Kennedy Space Center no earlier than late 2024. (NASA, CSA via AP) NASA on Monday, April 3, named the four astronauts who will fly to the moon by the end of next year — one woman and three men, including pioneering astronaut and Pomona native Victor Glover.The three Americans and one Canadian were introduced during a ceremony in Houston, home to the nation’s astronauts as well as Mission Control.“This is humanity’s crew,” said NASA Administrator Bill Nelson.pic.twitter.com/eH13BM3oGv— Victor Glover (@AstroVicGlover) April 3, 2023The four astronauts will be the first to fly NASA’s Orion capsule, launching atop a Space Launch System rocket from Kennedy Space Center no earl...

Santa Clara County records first official death from xylazine

Published Sun, 16 Feb 2025 13:40:37 GMT

The February death of a man in San Jose has been confirmed to be Santa Clara County’s first recorded xylazine-related death, according to the SCC Medical Examiner-Coroner’s office.Authorities said the man who died was a 36-year-old; they did not identify him in a county news release sent Monday morning. The man was found unresponsive in San Jose and died in late February and the xylazine and fentanyl were found in his bloodstream through postmortem toxicology testing, according to the release.Xylazine, also known by the street name “Tranq,” is a drug intended as a sedative tranquilizer for large animals like horses and cattle, according to the news release. The drug has no approved use in humans, but is becoming increasingly detected in illict drugs found across the nation.According to the county, the xylazine is often added to fentanyl to add to its euphoric effects.“This tragic event is an important alert to the community that xylazine is now present in dru...

Sale closed in Fremont: $1.6 million for a six-bedroom home

Published Sun, 16 Feb 2025 13:40:37 GMT

42621 Lemonwood Street – Google Street ViewA 2,420-square-foot house built in 1959 has changed hands. The spacious property located in the 42600 block of Lemonwood Street in Fremont was sold on Feb. 21, 2023. The $1,625,000 purchase price works out to $671 per square foot. The property features six bedrooms, four bathrooms, and a garage. The unit sits on a 6,386-square-foot lot.Additional houses that have recently been sold close by include:A 1,656-square-foot home on the 42700 block of Mayfair Park Avenue in Fremont sold in November 2022, for $1,640,000, a price per square foot of $990. The home has 4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.In August 2022, a 1,684-square-foot home on Shelborne Park Court in Fremont sold for $1,565,000, a price per square foot of $929. The home has 4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.On Fontainebleau Prairie Lane, Fremont, in November 2022, a 1,736-square-foot home was sold for $1,360,000, a price per square foot of $783. The home has 4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. 

Transit agency sues property owner, tenants to seize San Jose sites near downtown BART stop

Published Sun, 16 Feb 2025 13:40:37 GMT

SAN JOSE — A transit agency has launched a legal process to officially seize ownership of key sites in downtown San Jose that are needed to construct and operate a future BART station.The Santa Clara Valley Transportation Authority is using a lawsuit and eminent domain proceeding to grab control of some downtown San Jose parcels whose buildings would have to be bulldozed and merchants displaced ahead of the development of an underground BART stop, papers filed with the Santa Clara County Superior Court show.A retail, restaurant and residential building with addresses consisting of 91 and 97 E. Santa Clara St. in San Jose is the primary site that the VTA is attempting to seize, according to the court records.The lawsuit that the VTA filed names several defendants: Property owner Goldrock Holdings and building tenants Mexico Bakery, 3rd and Bourbon restaurant and Enso Nightclub and Bar.People line up to enter Enso Nightclub and Bar at the corner of East Santa Clara Street and No...

Andrew Wiggins expected to return to Warriors this week, per sources

Published Sun, 16 Feb 2025 13:40:37 GMT

DENVER — The Warriors are reportedly on the brink of returning a vital piece from last year’s title team, as they seek a jolt to kickstart a hopeful playoff run.Andrew Wiggins, who has been away from the team for nearly seven weeks, is expected to rejoin the Warriors early this week, league sources confirmed. ESPN initially reported Monday morning on Wiggins’ pending return.Wiggins has missed the last 22 games to tend to an undisclosed family matter. Wiggins had recently returned to the Bay Area after spending most of this time away. He has been conditioning on his own, coach Steve Kerr recently said, but the team will assess his game readiness once he returns to Chase Center, which could be as soon as Monday.It is unclear whether Wiggins would play in any of the Warriors’ three remaining regular-season games, given how many games and practices he has missed. They play at home Tuesday against the Thunder, then visit Sacramento on Friday night before closing the season Su...

These 2 Bay Area cities are the healthiest in America

Published Sun, 16 Feb 2025 13:40:37 GMT

Health is certainly on the minds of many Americans this time of year.With the start of each year comes the commitment from many of us to move more, eat less, and generally embrace a healthier lifestyle. But while it's one thing to adopt a healthy mindset, it's another to actually stick to it.Where you live plays an important role in reaching and maintaining your health goals. The route to healthy living involves many factors, including access to the outdoors, a sustainable work-life balance, mild weather conditions, and access to education. SF Bay Ferry schedule changes go into effect Monday Dozens of American cities offer the opportunity for health-conscious New Year's resolutions. Personal practice requires a lot of discipline, but staying motivated is not difficult when your friends, family, and neighbors are right there with you.Stacker determined the most health-conscious cities by analyzing Niche's 2022 Healthiest Places to Live rankings, which account for smoking, regular a...

3 arrested after high-speed chase in Fairfield

Published Sun, 16 Feb 2025 13:40:37 GMT

(KRON) -- Fairfield police officers used spike strips to stop three carjacking suspects who were leading police on a high-speed chase, Fairfield officials said. Speeds during the chase exceeded 115 miles per hour on I-80, police said, and a California Highway Patrol helicopter was deployed to help with the pursuit.Saturday around 9:24 p.m., an officer with the Fairfield Police Department saw a car speeding on I-80 near the I-680 interchange. The officer quickly realized the car in question had been stolen from a victim in Oakland held at gunpoint. Santa Clara County confirms 1st ‘tranq’ death A chase ensued with Fairfield police officers trailing the car and CHP helicopters following from above. Video shows the suspect car speeding down westbound I-80.CHP were eventually able to deploy spike strips on I-80 to stop the vehicle and arrested the 17-year-old driver and his two passengers.(Fairfield Police Department)Police said they also recovered a loaded handgun that had been thrown...

March Madness betting guide: UConn favored to beat Aztecs

Published Sun, 16 Feb 2025 13:40:37 GMT

LAS VEGAS (AP) — UConn has rolled through March Madness so far, the one constant in this year’s unpredictable NCAA Tournament. The Huskies have only San Diego State standing in their way in Monday night’s championship game. Keep in mind the numbers below can change.WHO’S FAVORED?UConn is favored by 7 1/2 points, according to FanDuel Sportsbook. If that line holds true, it would be the first time in this tournament the Huskies beat a team by single digits.WHAT’S THE OVER/UNDER?The total is 132 1/2 points, a nod to the Aztecs’ lock-down defense. San Diego State will need to make it a low-scoring game to have a chance.PROPSUConn’s Adama Sanogo is FanDuel’s favorite to be selected Most Outstanding Player. He’s the only player listed in minus-money at minus-160, meaning a $160 bet would pay $100. The next closest is the Huskies’ Jordan Hawkins at plus-360. San Diego State’s Matt Bradley is third at plus-550.LOOKING AHEADFor those wanting to...

Policía halla a adolescente baleado dentro de un auto en el condado Prince George’s

Published Sun, 16 Feb 2025 13:40:37 GMT

La policía del condado Prince George’s investiga la muerte de un adolescente hispano de 16 años que fue abatido a tiros y encontrado dentro de un vehículo el jueves en la cuadra 6400 de Landover Road en Cheverly.El joven, identificado por las autoridades como Eduardo Saucedo Olmos, fue declarado muerto en el lugar de los hechos. Para algunos vecinos de la zona, el incidente refleja lo insegura que se ha vuelto esta zona del condado.“Necesitamos más vigilancia por parte de la policía porque nos es justo que nos están matando a nosotros, a los hispanos. Aquí venimos a trabajar, luchar y no es justo que venga otro y nos está matando solo por hacernos el daño”, Asimismo, algunos padres aseguraron que no les gustaría estar en los zapatos de la familia de este joven y que por ello es necesario un mayor monitoreo policial en el área.“Yo tengo las dos niñas en las escuela y usted sabe cómo pasa todo eso, que pleitos y tantas cosas y uno pasa con ese pendiente en la cabeza solo clamand...