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Seattle’s Julio Rodriguez says Houston’s Hector Neris crossed line with his antics

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 09:14:02 GMT

SEATTLE (AP) — Seattle’s Julio Rodríguez says he believes the antics of Houston pitcher Hector Neris crossed a line during a contentious confrontation between the two that led to both benches emptying and has Major League Baseball looking into the incident.The confrontation took place in Wednesday’s game between the Mariners and Astros that Houston eventually won 8-3. Neris struck out Rodríguez to end the sixth inning and determinedly walked and shouted toward Rodríguez after the strikeout.It quickly became a focal point, especially for the Mariners. “I feel like you’ve got to keep it respectful and he was someone I had a lot of respect for and known for quite a long time dating back to 2020 during the pandemic and all that. I just feel like I deserve a little more respect on that,” Rodríguez said before Thursday’s game against Texas.Neris issued a written apology for his actions on Thursday and denied a claim that he used a homophobic slur in the words he said to Rodríguez.“There w...

Man accused of DUI in crash that killed boy and his grandparents

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 09:14:02 GMT

PUEBLO WEST, Colo. (KXRM) — A suspect was arrested Thursday in connection to a high-speed crash in August that killed three people from Aurora and Denver, including a 12-year-old boy.On the night of Aug. 26, 12-year-old Alonzo and his grandparents, 56-year-old Marie Quintana and 48-year-old Jesus Guerrero Lopez, were on their way back home from visiting friends in Pueblo West when a car heading southbound on North Purcell Boulevard crossed into oncoming traffic, hitting the family's car head-on. Photos released of 2 people of interest in deadly carjacking According to the Pueblo County Sheriff's Office, 32-year-old Kohen Garrett Kyle was driving a BMW 550 at speeds exceeding 100 mph when the crash happened. Kyle's car rolled over, and 12-year-old Alonzo was thrown from his family's car. PCSO said witnesses in the area reported seeing Kyle driving recklessly and passing other cars prior to the crash. On Thursday, PCSO arrested Kyle on a slew of counts, including:Three counts of fir...

Is Trump still the likely Republican nominee?

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 09:14:02 GMT

DENVER (KDVR) — Lawsuits filed in multiple states, including Colorado, look to prevent former President Donald Trump from running for reelection. But the effort could be useless, depending on each state's Republican Party.Political analysts discuss Trump's bid for the presidency on this week's episode of "Colorado Point of View." Aurora mayor addresses youth violence concerns The Colorado lawsuit argues Trump should not be able to hold public office again, an argument based on a rarely used "insurrection" clause in the 14th Amendment. Trump’s attorneys responded in a Colorado court filing, saying Trump’s comments should be protected by his First Amendment rights.Is there legal ground for Trump's 1A claims?Republican strategist Michael Fields argues there’s no legal ground.“I think the First Amendment is pretty broad, and it’s going to say you can have, just like Hillary Clinton or anybody else who talks about how bad an election went or Russians stealing it or whatever it is. This...

Beloved Caribbean restaurant Ortanique returns to Gables as pop-up inside MKT Kitchen

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 09:14:02 GMT

If you’ve been feeling as though Coral Gables was missing a sweet taste of the Caribbean in the past three years, you were right … but now you’re wrong, because that sweet taste is back.The deeply missed Caribbean restaurant Ortanique is hosting a pop-up, and you can bet it’s gonna be delicious.Rejoice, Caribbean food lovers! A miracle is returning to the Mile.Chef Cindy Hutson: “I could cry right now.”Save your tears. This is a happy occasion.Ortanique, the beloved Coral Gables restaurant that closed its doors in 2020, is back for a two-month-long pop-up.Chef Cindy Hutson: “You know, we toyed with the idea of, for a while, of doing it. We decided, ‘Let’s push through.’ We had so many people reaching out to us, wanting us to do this pop-up.”Now, just a few blocks away from the old spot, the pop-up will be taking over the inside of MKT Kitchen.And we have the die-hard Ortanique customers to thank for that.Steve Reed: “...

Suarez under state investigation following complaint claiming he violated ethics laws

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 09:14:02 GMT

Miami Mayor Francis Suarez is now under a state investigation.The Florida Commission On Ethics said it is looking into a complaint claiming Suarez violated ethics laws by accepting tickets to events such as Miami’s Formula 1 Grand Prix and the 2022 World Cup in Qatar.The complaint questions who paid for those tickets, which were worth thousands of dollars.Suarez is required by law to disclose all gifts of $100 or more. He is not allowed to receive tickets from city vendors, lobbyists or their employers.A spokesperson for the mayor’s office on Thursday said he does not comment on pending investigations.

17th Irie Weekend to feature fundraisers, celebs, big parties, sports events — all to help underserved youth

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 09:14:02 GMT

Raising money for a good cause — that’s always a great idea. But DJ Irie makes fundraising more fun than a night at a club.Irie weekend kicks off next Thursday with three days of action-packed events, all aimed at raising money for underserved youth. Deco’s resident DJ, Alex Miranda, has more.Look, what’s the use of having celebrity friends if you can’t empty their pockets every once in a while? And here in miami, it’s like a six degrees of DJ Irie situation.The man knows everybody, and he wants them to cough up some cash next weekend for the kids of South Florida.DJ Irie.DJ Irie: “Miami, what’s up?!”A star in music, business, philanthropy … but, tennis, too?Alex Miranda: “Are you good?”DJ Irie: “I’m good enough.”Maybe not, but that’s why we love the guy. With Irie and the Irie Foundation, it’s always about underserved youth.DJ Irie: “Through your mentorship programs, through our sc...

Man taken to hospital after falling from roof in Brighton

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 09:14:02 GMT

A man was taken to a hospital Thursday after falling off the roof of a home in Brighton, Boston police said. SKY7-HD was over the scene at 15 Elko Street around 5 p.m. where emergency crews could be seen with police tape in place around a home. Multiple ladders could be seen leaning against the home leading to the roof.One person on scene told 7NEWS the man’s injuries were not serious. Police said an initial call reporting the incident came in around 4:20 p.m. Authorities soon responded and spent hours on scene, blocking off the driveway of the home while they pieced together what may have happened. While an investigation continues, Boston’s Department of Inspectional Services has issued a stop work order for failure to secure a permit.No further information was available Thursday night.

Orioles clinch 1st AL East title since 2014, reach 100 wins with 2-0 victory over Red Sox

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 09:14:02 GMT

Dean Kremer’s arrival six years ago signaled the beginning of the Orioles’ rebuild. His performance Thursday night helped deliver the club’s biggest win since.Behind the calm Kremer, the Orioles defeated the Boston Red Sox, 2-0, to win their 100th game of the season and clinch the franchise’s first American League East title since 2014. In the most important start of his life, Kremer pitched 5 1/3 scoreless innings, needing only Anthony Santander’s solo home run in the first and a steady bullpen behind him for the victory.As the tight game neared an end, the 27,543 fans at Camden Yards grew progressively more animated. When Tyler Wells recorded the final out, they made the park shake in a way it rarely has the past six years.The last time the Orioles won 100 games was in 1980. The division title is just their third in the past 40 seasons. Baltimore will enter the postseason as the AL’s top team, earning a bye in the wild-card round and home-...

Despite Sale’s gem, Orioles shutout Red Sox to win AL East

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 09:14:02 GMT

In his final start of the year, Chris Sale looked like his old self.In fact, he’s looked more like the Chris Sale of yore quite a bit recently, going at least five innings and allowing no more than one earned run in four of his last five starts; he finished September with a 2.88 ERA for the month.“It was nice,” Sale told reporters. “Still wasn’t enough.”Unfortunately, the southpaw’s efforts were for naught. Just after 9 p.m, the Orioles won 2-0 and Camden Yards became the home of the new champions of the American League East.Hours after Alex Cora announced that Sale was his intended Opening Day starter for the 2024 season, the 34-year-old left-hander pitched five innings against the Orioles, a team he used to dominate, but has struggled against this year.Save for a solo home run to Anthony Santander, the Orioles got nothing off Sale. He held them to three hits, walked one, and struck out two.“My hope is for him to be the Opening Day starter,”...

Column: Bullpen collapses in the midst of a playoff race are nothing new for the Chicago Cubs — and their fans

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 09:14:02 GMT

There’s nothing quite as difficult to overcome as a bullpen implosion in a pennant race, as the Chicago Cubs appear intent on proving again.From Phil Regan to LaTroy Hawkins to Craig Kimbrel, Cubs relievers have left their mark on late-season collapses.This September’s fade has been a collective effort, and with three games remaining after Thursday’s game against the Atlanta Braves, they’re banking on the return of closer Adbert Alzolay to save the day.The Cubs entered the series finale with a major-league leading 10 blown saves in 15 opportunities in September after blowing one-run leads in the final three innings of Wednesday’s 6-5 loss.With Marcus Stroman making only his second start Thursday since his return from hip and rib injuries, the challenge for manager David Ross to safeguard the final innings was magnified.“Is that a challenge?” Ross asked Thursday afternoon. “You try to put the guys in there you trust and feel lik...