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US-101 SB closed from Petaluma to Novato until 2 p.m.

Published Thu, 06 Mar 2025 18:28:47 GMT

MARIN COUNTY, Calif. (KRON) -- The closure of of US-101 from Petaluma to Novato for crews to complete work in the area has been extended until Sunday afternoon, according to CalTrans. Vehicle takes a dive off San Mateo Bridge US-101 southbound will be closed from State Route 116 (Lakeville Highway) in Petaluma to Atherton Road in Novato from 9 p.m. Saturday until 2 p.m. Sunday, CalTrans said. The closure is providing PG&E and the County of Marin extra space as they deal with a landslide that occurred in the area on March 21. (Map courtesy of CalTrans)PG&E will complete work on gas lines that run under the freeway. PG&E will also build a bypass for drivers to avoid the impacted slope in preparation for the upcoming storm. North Marin Water has also been on site with PG&E this week to asses the situation. Close Thanks for signing up! Watch for us in your inbox. Subscribe Now KRON4 Breaking News ...

What's the story behind California's state quarter?

Published Thu, 06 Mar 2025 18:28:47 GMT

(NEXSTAR) – Between 1999 and 2008, the U.S. Mint produced some of the most commonly collected coins – the 50 State Quarters.Just as the name implies, a separate quarter was minted for every state during the program, according to the U.S. Mint. Every year, five new quarters were issued, following the order in which the states ratified the Constitution or were admitted into the Union.On the reverse of each is a unique design of state features or iconic moments in history. The Kansas quarter, for example, features a buffalo and sunflowers – the state animal and state flower, respectively. New York’s quarter features the state, the Statue of Liberty, and the slogan “Gateway to Freedom,” a nod to Ellis Island. California’s state quarter could be worth $11 But what about California?The California state quarter (Getty)The California state quarter was released in 2005 along with that of Minnesota, Oregon, Kansas, and West Virginia. The quarter features naturalist and conservationist ...

Indonesia’s issues with Israel delay FIFA U20 World Cup draw

Published Thu, 06 Mar 2025 18:28:47 GMT

GENEVA (AP) — FIFA postponed the men’s Under-20 World Cup finals draw because of host nation Indonesia’s issues with Israel’s qualification, the Indonesian soccer federation said Sunday.The decision was announced five days before FIFA was due to make the 24-nation draw Friday on the island of Bali for the May 20-June 11 tournament, that includes debutant Israel.Doubt was cast on the draw event last week when the governor of Bali, Wayan Koster, called for a ban on Israel playing there because of Indonesia’s diplomatic support for the Palestinian cause. The six stadiums due to be used for the 52-game tournament include one in the Balinese city Gianyar.Protests against Israel’s participation also were held in the Indonesian capital Jakarta last week by conservative Islamic groups. Indonesia is the world’s most populous Muslim-majority nation with about 277 million people and does not have formal diplomatic relations with Israel.However, Indonesian soccer and public authorities ag...

Márquez injures hand in crash, Bagnaia wins MotoGP opener

Published Thu, 06 Mar 2025 18:28:47 GMT

PORTIMAO, Portugal (AP) — Marc Márquez injured his right hand after crashing out of the season-opening Portuguese Moto Grand Prix, which was won by defending champion Francesco Bagnaia on Sunday.Márquez hurt his hand when he went down hard after he slammed into the back of Miquel Oliveira’s bike. Jorge Martín also wiped out in the crash.His Honda team said that the six-time MotoGP world champion has a “possible fracture to the first metacarpal of his right hand.” The team said Márquez would undergo more medical exams on his hand.The 30-year-old Márquez had earned what he acknowledged was a surprising pole position on Saturday in southern Portugal. That was only his second pole since the 2019 season, when he took 10 poles en route to winning his most recent MotoGP title. Since then the Spaniard has struggled with injuries to his right arm that have required several surgeries.Italy’s Bagnaia, who gave Ducati its first title last year since 2007, won the opening event of the season ahe...

El papa Francisco amplía la ley de abusos sexuales de la Iglesia católica a los líderes laicos

Published Thu, 06 Mar 2025 18:28:47 GMT

(CNN) — El papa Francisco actualizó una ley eclesiástica de 2019 que regula el abuso sexual clerical y la amplió para incluir la responsabilidad de los líderes laicos católicos de organizaciones religiosas aprobadas por el Vaticano.Los líderes laicos son personas distintas de los miembros del clero que están en las listas profesionales de la iglesia.Las normas fueron definidas por primera vez por Francisco en una carta apostólica, Vos estis lux mundi, en 2019 y originalmente fueron ordenadas por un periodo de cuatro años.Ahora Francisco introdujo cambios menores en ese documento y lo hizo permanente, con efecto a partir del 30 de abril, según un documento publicado por el Vaticano este sábado.Papa Francisco: 21 frases del pontífice cuando se cumplen 10 años de su papadoDurante décadas, la Iglesia católica se ha visto envuelta en una serie de escándalos de abusos sexuales en países de todo el mundo.Las nuevas normas representan la promesa del papa Francisco de ofrecer “me...

Mientras Mississippi enfrenta las secuelas de un tornado mortal, más de 20 millones están bajo amenazas de tormentas severas en el sur de EE.UU.

Published Thu, 06 Mar 2025 18:28:47 GMT

(CNN) — Mientras Mississippi se recupera después de las tormentas mortales que generaron tornados, más de 20 millones de personas corren el riesgo de tormentas severas en gran parte del sur y partes del medio oeste este domingo.Es posible que haya múltiples rondas de tormentas a lo largo del día, y partes de Alabama y Georgia esperan tormentas en la mañana que amenazan con granizo de gran tamaño. Partes de Mississippi, Alabama y Louisiana también enfrentan un mayor riesgo de tormentas severas.Tormentas generadoras de tornados en sureste de Estados Unidos dejan varios muertosLos residentes de todo el sureste ya se recuperan de las poderosas tormentas y tornados que azotaron la región este viernes por la noche, que dejaron al menos a 26 muertos y docenas de heridos. Las tormentas casi que arrasaron algunos vecindarios y dejaron sin electricidad a miles, dijeron las autoridades.Se confirmó que al menos 10 tornados azotaron Mississippi, Alabama y Tennessee, según varias oficinas d...

Así quedó La Casa de los Famosos tras las nominaciones: cómo votar por tu favorito

Published Thu, 06 Mar 2025 18:28:47 GMT

MIAMI, Florida – Tres concursantes están en la cuerda floja en La Casa de los Famosos. Los nominados son: Osmel Sousa, Diego Soldano y La Materialista.El líder de la semana, José Rodríguez, salvó a Pepe Gámez.CUÁNDO SE PUEDE VOTAR POR EL FAMOSO QUE QUIERES SALVARPresiona aquí para salvar a tu favorito dentro del periodo de votación:Los fans pueden votar cada jueves desde aproximadamente las 8:30 p.m. ET hasta las 12:00 a.m. ET.Viernes desde aproximadamente las 7:00 p.m. ET hasta las 12:00 a.m. ET.Domingo desde aproximadamente las 7:00 p.m. ET hasta las 12:00 a.m. ET.Y lunes desde aproximadamente las 7:00 p.m. ET hasta las 8:20 p.m. ET, sujeto a cambios.La última ventana del período de votación para que el público emita su voto es cada lunes durante la transmisión en vivo del programa.VOTACION EN LÍNEA: Para el Programa, la votación en línea está disponible con un identificador único válido.CÓMO VOTAR POR EL FAMOSO QUE QUIERES SALVAR...

Bachelor finalist Kaity Biggar makes stop in hometown ahead of finale

Published Thu, 06 Mar 2025 18:28:47 GMT

Editor’s Note: This article may contains spoilersBachelor finalist Kaity Biggar visited Kingston this week, where she made a special stop at her Alma Mater, St. Lawrence College (SLC).  The Kingston woman is one of two finalists on the ABC reality TV show “The Bachelor.” The 27th season of the show follows Zach Shallcross as he finds love and hopefully a new life partner among 30 women from across North America.Kaity Biggar and Zach Shallcross Photo Credit: ABCAccording to the college, 28-year old Kaitlyn “Kaity” Biggar is a dual SLC graduate from its Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BScN) program in 2019 and of the college’s Pre-Health Science program in 2014. On paper, Kaity holds a degree from Laurentian University. At the time, SLC had a joint partnership with Laurentian University, where students were instructed at the college but received a degree conferred by Laurentian University. Due to a provincial change in legislation, St. Lawrence College can now confer nurs...

Denver police chief on school safety

Published Thu, 06 Mar 2025 18:28:47 GMT

DENVER (KDVR) -- Denver Police Chief Ron Thomas spoke about the issues with school safety and what needs to be done to improve it after two deans were shot by a student at East High School last week. The Denver Public Schools board ruled to allow officers back on high school campuses for the remainder of the school year. “We’re hoping they engage positively with students,” Thomas said. “Certainly, we believe their presence will calm the concerns of students and parents and certainly school staff.”"Colorado Point of View" host Matt Mauro also discussed the recent bank failures, fighting inflation and much more with Rep. Joe Neguse.Rep. Neguse also discussed the new bi-partisan fentanyl caucus he started this year. He also shared his thoughts on President Biden running for re-election in 2024.You can watch the full episode of "Colorado Point of View" in the player above. The show airs at 7:30 p.m. on Saturdays on Colorado’s Very Own Channel 2.

Crypto sector sees an existential moment in the US

Published Thu, 06 Mar 2025 18:28:47 GMT

Crypto businesses have warned for months that the Biden administration is quietly moving to push them out of the U.S.Now, with the collapse of three crypto-friendly banks, they say the evidence is piling up.The Federal Reserve and other top regulators are cautioning banks about crypto’s risks. The SEC is threatening to sue the largest digital asset exchange. And White House officials recently questioned whether digital tokens had any “fundamental value.”The $1 trillion crypto industry is going on the offensive against what executives say is an existential threat to “de-bank” digital asset businesses, mounting a lobbying campaign to oppose efforts to discourage lenders from taking them on as customers.“The concern is very real,” Sen. Bill Hagerty (R-Tenn.), one of several GOP lawmakers allied with the industry, said in an interview. “We’ve seen this sort of regulatory abuse before with Operation Choke Point,” the Obama-era program that pushed banks away from finan...