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Gophers football: Athan Kaliakmanis transfers to Rutgers

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:55:46 GMT

The route from Dinkytown to Piscataway, N.J., continues to be well worn.Former Gophers quarterback Athan Kaliakmanis became the latest to travel that path, committing to Rutgers on Tuesday. His brother and former U receiver Dino Kaliakmanis also said he will exit the NCAA transfer portal and go to the Scarlet Knights.The Kaliakmanises will be reunited with former Gophers and current Rutgers offensive coordinator Kirk Ciarrocca, who recruited them to Minnesota in the 2021 recruiting class.The Kaliakmanises’ moves to Rutgers has other predecessors in current Scarlet Knights defensive coordinator Joe Harasymiak and safety Michael “Flip” Dixon, who transferred from Minnesota after the 2022 season.Athan Kaliakmanis, who has two years of eligibility remaining, completed 53 percent of his passes (156 for 294) for 1,838 yards with 14 touchdowns and nine interceptions last season. He entered the transfer portal after the regular season ended in November.Rutgers will play the Gophers ne...

An inmate’s death is under investigation at Washington County Jail

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:55:46 GMT

Authorities are investigating an inmate’s death at the Washington County Jail in Stillwater.Justice Heinrichs (Courtesy of Destine Fobbs)Justice Heinrichs, 21, of Stillwater, was found unresponsive and not breathing in her assigned, double-occupancy cell at about 12:40 a.m. Friday morning, according to the Washington County Sheriff’s Office. She was the only inmate assigned to the cell, authorities said.Lifesaving measures were immediately initiated by jail staff until responders from the Lakeview EMS and Stillwater Fire Department took over, said Laura Perkins, a spokeswoman for the Washington County Sheriff’s Office.Heinrich was brought to to the Washington County Jail on Dec. 20 from the St. Paul Police Department, according to her booking report. She was arrested on a warrant from the Bayport Police Department for fifth-degree possession of marijuana, her booking report states.The circumstances surrounding Heinrich’s death are not being released, as the incident rema...

Man dies in apparent drowning in Milton, Sheriff says

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:55:46 GMT

MILTON, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- The Saratoga County Sheriff's Office is investigating an apparent drowning in Milton. A 40-year-old man was reportedly found dead in the creek. Get the latest news, weather, sports and more delivered right to your inbox! Around 11:30 a.m. on Tuesday, the Sheriff's Office got a report of a body in the Kayaderosseras Creek in the Axe Factory Preserve. The Preserve is located off Maple Avenue and Axe Street, just outside the village of Ballston Spa.The Sheriff’s Office’s Dive Team removed the man from the water. He has yet to be identified. The drowning is still under investigation, said the Sheriff's Office.

Single $842.4M Powerball ticket sold in Michigan

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:55:46 GMT

LANSING, Mich. (WLNS/NEXSTAR) – A Powerball player who purchased a ticket in Michigan has won the fifth-largest jackpot in the game's history. The jackpot, at $842.4 million, had been building since it was last won in October. Get the latest news, weather, sports and more delivered right to your inbox! The winning numbers in the New Year's Day drawing were 12, 21, 42, 44, 49 and the Powerball was 1. The Power Play multiplier was 3X. The winning ticket was sold at the Food Castle in Grand Blanc, Michigan, according to the Michigan Lottery.Monday night's drawing also produced several second-tier prize winners. Two tickets, from Florida and Texas, won $2 million apiece. Four tickets, sold in California, Connecticut, Florida, and Maryland, won $1 million prizes each. Forty-two tickets won $50,000 prizes, and seven tickets won $150,000 prizes. The jackpot has a cash value of $425.2 million. The Rock teases match against top WWE star Last-minute ticket sales pushed the jackpot to $842...

Kiszla vs. Gabriel: Is J.J. McCarthy or Michael Penix Jr. the answer for Broncos at quarterback?

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:55:46 GMT

Kiz: While “Sparky” Stidham was the lead actor in a Broncos borefest, J.J. McCarthy and Michael Penix Jr. were stars of two instant classics in the College Football Playoff semifinals. If your goal from Denver’s 16-9 victory over the Chargers was a nap, maybe Stidham is the guy you want as the team’s QB of the future. But after watching McCarthy lead a stirring fourth-quarter comeback against Alabama and Penix drop a staggering 430 yards passing on Texas, might there be a better option for Denver in the NFL draft?Take Our Poll(function(d,c,j){if(!d.getElementById(j)){var pd=d.createElement(c),s;pd.id=j;pd.src='https://www.denverpost.com/wp-content/plugins/polldaddy/js/polldaddy-shortcode.js';s=d.getElementsByTagName(c)[0];s.parentNode.insertBefore(pd,s);} else if(typeof jQuery !=='undefined')jQuery(d.body).trigger('pd-script-load');}(document,'script','pd-polldaddy-loader'));Gabriel: Good question, Sparky. The Broncos will have all kinds of options to explor...

Surfliner train slams into vehicle in Camarillo; 1 in critical condition

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:55:46 GMT

VENTURA COUNTY - A collision between an Amtrak train and a vehicle left one person in critical condition in Camarillo on Tuesday. The crash was reported at the crossing near North Lewis Road where Las Posas Road and Upland Road meet, the Ventura County Fire Department posted on X, formerly Twitter.Amtrak Surfliner 765 was headed northbound around 10:30 a.m. when it struck a vehicle that was in the intersection. Sky5 was over a crash scene involving a Pacific Surfliner and a vehicle on Jan. 2, 2024. (KTLA)Sky5 was over a crash scene involving a Pacific Surfliner and a vehicle on Jan. 2, 2024. (KTLA)Sky5 was over a crash scene involving a Pacific Surfliner and a vehicle on Jan. 2, 2024. (KTLA)Sky5 was over a crash scene involving a Pacific Surfliner and a vehicle on Jan. 2, 2024. (KTLA)Fire crews extricated one person from the mangled vehicle who was said to be in critical condition, according to the tweet.It was unclear why the vehicle was on the tracks. No injuries were reported on ...

Malibu warns of 'dangerous beach conditions' this week, into the weekend

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:55:46 GMT

The dangerous surf in Southern California isn't done just yet. Big waves in Orange and Ventura counties have garnered attention, and now it seems it's Malibu's turn.Late Tuesday morning, city officials warned residents about the threat headed their way."Dangerous beach conditions forecast for Malibu Wed 1/3 - Thurs 1/4," officials said on X, formerly Twitter. "Beware dangerous rip currents, powerful waves, beach erosion, debris in water. Stay off rocks & jetties. Stay near staffed lifeguard towers." 1st in series of cold storms to bring more rain, snow to Southern California The National Weather Service said surf will peak between Wednesday and the weekend. In Los Angeles County, those waves are expected to reach 6 to 10 feet, while in Ventura County, waves could be 7 to 12 feet.A minimal risk of coastal flooding will be in effect through Saturday, though this weekend, the risk level rises to moderate for beach areas and parking lots, the NWS said.Despite that, there is "high ...

RXBAR to offer customers $2.5K to relocate their couch for a month

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:55:46 GMT

RXBAR is helping people stick to their fitness goals in the new year by offering an unusual fitness challenge with a cash prize.The protein bar company announced Monday its “Bar the Couch” pledge, which requires participants to move their couches for 30 days for a chance to win $2,500. The prize money will go towards purchasing new home gym equipment plus moving and storage fees. The New Year offers a clean slate for long-elusive resolutions. Will 2024 be the year to keep them? “The couch is the epitome of warmth and coziness and sometimes tempts us away from staying active. Conquering the comfort of the couch is the first step toward achieving any fitness goals, which is why RXBAR is turning this common excuse into a New Year's challenge,” a news release said.Participants can enter the contest from Jan.4 through Jan.14. People can sign up for the pledge at RXBARBarTheCouch.com for a chance to win.More details about the contest can be found here.

Man killed in Hawaii 'shark encounter'

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:55:46 GMT

A 39-year-old surfer has died after a "shark encounter" on the Hawaiian island of Maui officials said.The incident happened Saturday morning local time at Pa'ia Bay along the Hana Highway. Ocean safety officers responded to the beach after the surfer, identified as Jason Carter of Ha'iku, sustained serious injuries from the shark encounter, the Maui County Fire Department said in a statement. He was transported to shore by jet ski and eventually to a hospital where he succumbed to his injuries.The beach was closed for the remainder of the day. "It’s important to keep these incidents in perspective and to remember that in Hawai‘i the chances of being bitten by a shark are less than one in a million," the Hawaiian government states on its shark information website.

Ryan Smith Dead, Zion Farias Vasquez Arrested after Wrong-Way Multi-Vehicle Crash on State Route 14 [Vancouver, WA]

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:55:46 GMT

25-Year-Old Driver Pronounced Dead after Wrong-Way Collision near Mile Post 5VANCOUVER, WA (January 2, 2024) – Ryan Smith died Wednesday and Zion Farias Vasquez was arrested after a wrong-way crash on westbound State Route 14.The occurrence occurred just before 9:40 p.m. on December 20th, near Mile Post 5. As per the Washington State Patrol, the accident involved a 2007 Volvo S40, a 2009 Mazda MX, a 2022 Volkswagen Passat, and a 2007 Toyota Camry.Investigators reported that the Volvo, traveling east in the westbound lanes, collided head-on with both the Mazda and the Volkswagen. Upon impact, the Mazda was forced into the path of the Toyota. Consequently, Ryan M. Smith, the 25-year-old driver of the Volvo, was pronounced dead at the scene.Additionally, paramedics transported two injured individuals from the Volkswagen to Legacy Emanuel Medical Center. After initial responsibilities, law enforcement charged the Mazda driver, 25-year-old Vasquez of Dalles, with DUI. Currently, fu...