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Courts may weigh affirmation of child’s gender identity in California custody cases

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 18:30:00 GMT

SACRAMENTO  — California could soon require judges to consider whether a parent affirms their child’s gender identity when making custody and visitation decisions under a bill that cleared the state Senate on Wednesday.The vote was split almost entirely along party lines, with Democrats arguing the legislation would help to protect the well-being of LGBTQ+ children whose parents are going through a divorce. Democratic Sen. Scott Wiener, who represents San Francisco, said the bill was a proactive measure.“This is about not having to get involved after a child has been beaten and had their arm broken, or after they’ve been kicked out,” Wiener said. “This is about trying to make sure that something terrible does not happen to them.”Every Republican in the state Senate voted against the bill, with state Sen. Kelly Seyarto, who represents Murrieta in Southern California, arguing that lawmakers were interfering too much with how parents choose to raise their children.“Inserting this into ...

Three teens nabbed in attempted car theft in Campbell

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 18:30:00 GMT

Aug. 287:45 a.m. in the 00 block of Kennedy Avenue: A man, 56, was on the property and refused to leave after being admonished by staff.12:49 p.m. in the 500 block of East Hamilton Avenue: A man, 51, cut a security tag off of a pair of shoes in a store. He was in possession of a pair of pliers and an ID that did not belong to him.1:58 p.m. in the 1700 block of South Bascom Avenue: A man, 58, was causing a disturbance outside a bank. He was stopped, threw his wallet at officers and tried to spit on them.3:20 p.m. in the 200 block of East Hamilton Avenue: Someone threw something at the back window of a business, causing it to break.3:40 p.m. in the 100 block of John Kirk Court: Someone stole packages from a porch.10:32 p.m. at Campbell Avenue and Civic Center Drive: During an argument, a 17-year-old threw something at a car and broke the back window. They were cited and released to a parent.4:41 a.m. in the 100 block of Rincon Avenue: Officers located a silver 2005 GMC Sierra pick-up ...

Investigative genetic genealogy leads police to a suspect in series of Northern California kidnappings and sexual assaults

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 18:30:00 GMT

By Cheri Mossburg | CNNA man suspected of a series of suspected sexual assaults in Sacramento, over a decade ago, was identified and arrested through the use of investigative genetic genealogy, officials announced Tuesday.A recent cold case investigation by the Sacramento County Sheriff’s Office unveiled a full DNA profile. Investigative genetic genealogy led them to the man police say is responsible for an attack in 2013 and two others in 2010.Kabeh Cummings, 35, was arrested in New York last week in a coordinated effort between police, the sheriff and the district attorney’s office, as well as the FBI, Sacramento Police Chief Katherine Lester said in a news conference Tuesday.“It was through the tireless efforts of all the agencies involved here today that brought him to justice, but really what it is and it’s a testament to DNA evidence,” said Sacramento County District Attorney Thien Ho.“This case is a great example of why all law enforcement agencies here today must be willing ...

7 terrific Bay Area things to do this weekend, Sept. 8-10

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 18:30:00 GMT

Yes, Labor Day is past and summer is technically over, but we’re not going to let that get us down, are we? And it doesn’t hurt that this weekend has a ton of fun stuff going on, from creepy movies to a hip new musical to a fun Delta day trip.As with everything these days, be sure to double check websites for any last-minute changes in health guidelines. Meanwhile, if you’d like to have this Weekender lineup delivered to your inbox every Thursday morning for free, just sign up at www.mercurynews.com/newsletters or www.eastbaytimes.com/newsletters.1 SEE & HEAR: ‘Soul Train’ is here“Hippest Trip — The Soul Train Musical,” a brand new musical about the game-changing TV show that’s destined for Broadway, is getting its world premiere workout in San Francisco. Here’s how to see it.Visitors cross Main Street in the charming Delta town of Isleton. (Jose Carlos Fajardo/Bay Area News Group) 2 PLAY: Isleton day trip beckonsThe Del...

NFL kickoff 2023: Will the 49ers win the NFC West again?

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 18:30:00 GMT

49ersCOACH: Kyle Shanahan (7th year)LAST SEASON: 13-4, first place; NFC runner-upARRIVALS: DT Javon Hargrave (Eagles), QB Sam Darnold (Panthers), QB Brandon Allen (Bengals), CB Isaiah Oliver (Falcons), DE Clelin Ferrell (Raiders), OT Matt Pryor (Colts), OL Jon Feliciano (Giants), DL Austin Bryant (Lions), K Zane Gonzalez (Panthers), DL Darryl Johnson Jr. (Seahawks), DB Myles Hartsfield (Panthers), S Ji’Ayir Brown (second round), K Jake Moody (third round), TE Cameron Latu (third round).San Francisco 49ers defensive lineman Javon Hargrave (98) takes part in a veteran mini-camp session on Wednesday, June 7, 2023, in Santa Clara, Calif. (Aric Crabb/Bay Area News Group) Aric Crabb/Bay Area News GroupDEPARTURES: QB Jimmy Garoppolo, RT Mike McGlinchey, DB Jimmie Ward, K Robbie Gould, LB Azeez Al-Shaair, DE Samson Ebukam, DE Charles Omenihu, DE Jordan Willis, DT Hassan Ridgeway, CB Emmanuel Moseley, OL Daniel Brunskill, DB Tarvarius Moore, TE Tyler Kroft, DL Maurice Hurst, QB Josh Joh...

Santa Clara County sees rise in COVID infections

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 18:30:00 GMT

(BCN/SJS) -- As summer comes to an end, COVID-19 and other serious illnesses look to be on the rise in Santa Clara County. The county tracks COVID-19 infections through wastewater testing. The coronavirus rating is coming back high across sewer sheds in parts of Santa Clara County such as San Jose and Palo Alto, while Sunnyvale and Gilroy have a medium rating. The newest variant of COVID-19 passing through communities is the XBB.1.5 variant, according to the county. Dr. Dean Winslow, professor of medicine at Stanford University, said those in vulnerable populations should pay attention to the recent uptick in infections and protect themselves. Missing Netflix engineer found dead near Golden Gate Bridge He said the next round of boosters should be out before the end of September, maybe as soon as next week. "Older individuals and people who have compromised immune systems can still get very, very sick and die from these infections," Winslow told San Jose Spotlight. Dr. S...

Man dead, woman shot in possible domestic violence incident in Oakley: police

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 18:30:00 GMT

(KRON) -- A man and a woman were shot Tuesday evening at an Oakley home in what appears to be a possible domestic violence incident, according to the police department.Officers responded to the 1700 block of Pecan Court around 4:50 p.m. for a welfare check after a caller reporter a woman did not show up for work. Police knocked on doors, spoke with neighbors and looked around the property.Given the information at the time and not having seen anything suspicious, the officers left a card on the front door of the residence before clearing the call.Less than an hour later, a neighbor went to the home and saw two people inside the the residence. Police responded and entered the home after seeing a woman in distress, OPD said. A man and woman were found with gunshot wounds.The woman was airlifted to a local hospital in critical condition and the man was pronounced dead at the scene. Two people were found inside the home with gunshot wounds, Oakley police said. According to police, the fa...

North starts against Fiji in his 4th Rugby World Cup. Faletau is fit to play after a calf injury

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 18:30:00 GMT

BORDEAUX, France (AP) — George North will become the fourth Wales player to appear at four Rugby World Cups when he takes the field for the team’s first game of the tournament in France on Sunday.He’ll be taking on a familiar opponent.North has played against Fiji in each of the World Cups he has featured in, and the Pacific Island nation is his first opponent in the 2023 edition for what is shaping up to be a huge first match in Bordeaux. Two of Wales, Fiji or Australia are expected to qualify from Pool C.No. 8 Taulupe Faletau is fit to start for Wales and win his 101st cap after missing all three of the team’s World Cup warmup games last month because of a calf injury.Wales arrived in France with co-captains but only one of them — flanker Jac Morgan — will start against the Fijians, with Dewi Lake omitted because he hasn’t proved his fitness.Wales’ Warren Gatland will become the first head coach to take charge of a match at five Rugby World Cups — fou...

A history of France vs New Zealand at the Rugby World Cup

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 18:30:00 GMT

PARIS (AP) — A brief history of Rugby World Cup matches between France and New Zealand before they meet again on Friday on the opening night of the 10th tournament at the Stade de France. 1987 final: New Zealand 29, France 9 in AucklandThe inaugural final was too one-sided at Eden Park to be considered great. New Zealand’s forward power and open play set up tries for Michael Jones, David Kirk and John Kirwan. Grant Fox’s relentlessly accurate boot added 17 points. France trailed 29-3 before a late try by Pierre Berbizier.1999 semifinal: France 43, New Zealand 31 in LondonJonah Lomu’s two tries put title favorite New Zealand up 24-10 as scripted just after halftime at Twickenham. But France flyhalf Christope Lamaison, in for the injured Thomas Castaignede, chipped at the lead with dropped goals, penalties and conversions to three tries: 33 points in 29 mind-blowing minutes capped one of the greatest comebacks.2003 bronze final: New Zealand 40, France 13 in SydneyA f...

George Santos’ ‘vulnerability report’ spotted red flags long before his election

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 18:30:00 GMT

Watch Video: CBS News obtains secret George Santos “vulnerability report”When an outside firm hired by then-congressional hopeful George Santos in 2021 delivered a secret internal report detailing aspects of the candidate’s checkered background, several of his aides found it too much to stomach. They urged Santos to drop out, and when he refused, they quit.But even after New York voters elected Santos the following year and news reports began exposing concerning questions about his conduct, that original report was never made public, until now.Portions of the report, published here for the first time, show that long before Santos’ election, questions had surfaced about his marriage, his family’s claimed link to the Holocaust, and his alleged ties to “companies that have been accused of fraud and scamming customers.”Santos’ “vulnerability report” and GOP leaders’ responseThe so-called vulnerability report has emerged ...