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Amazon delivery driver kidnapped, forced to withdraw cash: police

An Amazon delivery driver in San Ramon was kidnapped after a vehicle collision Saturday afternoon, the San Ramon Police Department told KRON4.

VA enacts pause on foreclosures for veterans, service members

The VA confirmed it is calling on mortgage servicers to pause foreclosures of VA-guaranteed loans through May 31.

$1.99 gas: Sheetz drops prices for Thanksgiving week

Sheetz bills itself as a restaurant and convenience store chain and has more than 600 locations across six states.

L.A. homeowner who fired on armed robbers has concealed carry permit suspended

A Los Angeles homeowner who exchanged gunfire with a pair of would-be robbers in an incident that was captured on home surveillance video earlier this month has had his concealed carry license suspended, officials with the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department confirmed to Nexstar's KTLA.

First lady Jill Biden receives official White House Christmas Tree

First lady Dr. Jill Biden received the 2023 White House Christmas Tree alongside military-connected families Monday afternoon.

Shippers anticipate being able to meet holiday demand

Carriers like the U.S. Postal Service, FedEx and United Parcel Service have capacity to meet projected demand this holiday season, which is cheery news for shippers and shoppers alike.

20M at risk of severe storms, possible tornadoes ahead of Thanksgiving

More than 20 million people face a threat of severe thunderstorms, and some areas are bracing for tornadoes ahead of what could be the busiest holiday travel week ever.

Around the world

Christian conservatives flock to former telenovela star in Mexico’s presidential race

MEXICO CITY (AP) — The morning after Mexico’s Supreme Court decriminalized abortion, right-wing activist and film producer Eduardo Verástegui dressed up in a black suit to register as an independent candidate for the 2024 presidential campaign.

Premature babies in 'extremely critical condition' evacuated from Gaza

The babies being transported to Egypt are in "extremely critical condition," according to health officials.

Oscar Pistorius will have another chance at parole on Friday after nearly a decade in prison

CAPE TOWN, South Africa (AP) — Oscar Pistorius will have a second chance at parole at a hearing on Friday after he was wrongly ruled ineligible for early release from prison in March.

US sanctions ‘butcher of Bucha,’ Russian military official, over atrocities in Ukraine

The Biden administration Monday issued sanctions against two officers in the Russian military for involvement in gross violations of human rights, including the alleged extrajudicial killing of unarmed Ukrainian civilians.

Right-wing populist Milei set to take Argentina down uncharted path: 'No room for lukewarm measures'

What many deemed impossible just months ago is reality: Right-wing populist Javier Milei resoundingly won Argentina’s presidency.

31 premature babies are evacuated from Gaza's largest hospital, but scores of trauma patients remain

KHAN YOUNIS, Gaza Strip (AP) — Health officials said 31 premature babies in “extremely critical condition” were transferred safely Sunday from Gaza’s main hospital and will go to Egypt, while over 250 patients with severely infected wounds and other urgent conditions remained stranded days after Isr

9/11 families call out TikTok over Osama bin Laden trend

The group, 9/11 Families United, says it is “a coalition of families and survivors of the worst-ever terrorist attacks on American soil” on its website.

Technology

Vogt resigns as CEO of Cruise following safety questions, recalls of self-driving vehicles

Kyle Vogt has resigned as CEO of Cruise, General Motors’ autonomous vehicle unit, as questions build about the safety of self-driving cars.

Ferrari patents vehicle controlled by two joysticks

As Tesla backs away from its steering yoke and Lexus moves forward with a version of its own, a recent Ferrari patent application hints at an even more radical steering system. Published by the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) on Nov.

ChatGPT-maker OpenAI fires CEO Sam Altman, the face of the AI boom, for lack of candor with company

The board of ChatGPT-maker Open AI says it has pushed out its co-founder and CEO Sam Altman and replaced him with an interim CEO.

Tesla shareholder calls on board to dump Elon Musk

Jerry Braakman, president of First American Trust, wants Tesla’s board to send a clear message that Musk went too far last week by agreeing with an antisemitic post on X (formerly known as Twitter) that claims Jewish communities push “hatred against Whites.

Chinese robot combines wheels and legs to conquer any terrain

Have you ever wondered what would happen if you combined a dog and a car? Well, you might get something like W1, a wheeled quadruped robot that can switch between walking and rolling modes depending on the terrain

‘If it ain’t broke, don’t fix it’ doesn’t work for today’s military

However, legacy OT does not inhibit predictive maintenance. With modern tooling and technology, it is possible – today – to implement effective predictive maintenance despite the well-known challenges associated with legacy weapon systems.

How Google’s data can make you a suspect in a crime you didn’t commit

Google is a powerful search engine that also tracks our online activities, locations and interests. It stores a lot of data about us, which can be useful for some purposes but also risky.

Sports News

Adrián Beltré, Joe Mauer and Chase Utley among 12 newcomers on BBWAA Hall of Fame ballot

Adrián Beltré, Joe Mauer, Chase Utley, David Wright, José Bautista and Matt Holliday are among 12 new candidates on the Baseball Hall of Fame ballot released Monday.

F1 fans file class-action lawsuit against the Las Vegas Grand Prix

LAS VEGAS (AP) — Formula One fans upset at being forced to the leave the Las Vegas Grand Prix venue early Friday morning before the start of the second practice session filed a class-action lawsuit.

'Change is likely coming': Latest heartbreaker indicates Chargers' Staley might lose job

On Sunday, Los Angeles Chargers fans suffered yet another disheartening loss, this one a 23-20 defeat at the hands of a struggling Green Bay Packers team, and this one might be the final straw for head coach Brandon Staley's tenure with the team.

Jazz drop double overtime heartbreaker, 140-137

SALT LAKE CITY (ABC4 Sports) - In the first Sunday night regular season game in Salt Lake City since 2001, the Utah Jazz and Phoenix Suns played an absolute thriller.

Jets to start Tim Boyle over Zach Wilson in Black Friday matchup vs Dolphins: reports

The New York Jets will reportedly start backup quarterback Tim Boyle over Zach Wilson in Friday's game against the Miami Dolphins.

Delta and Rifle will faceoff in 2A Championship; Montrose advance to 4A Semis

The Delta Panthers and Rifle Bears will meet in the 2A State Football Championship after the Panthers beat Moffat County and the Bears beat last year's state champion Eaton.

John Fisher has no plans to sell Oakland A’s after moving them to Las Vegas, per report

Within MLB’s agreement to approve the A’s relocation, there’s a provision called a “10-year flip tax,” USA TODAY reported.

Politics News

DeSantis, Haley and Ramaswamy get personal and emotional during 'family discussion' in Iowa

DES MOINES, Iowa (AP) — The Republicans battling to be their party's alternative to former President Donald Trump came together Friday for a different kind of cattle call Friday, bringing personal and emotional stories to what an influential Iowa Christian organization billed as a friendly conversat

New York lawmaker accused of rape in lawsuit

ALBANY, N.Y. (AP) — A state lawmaker from Brooklyn has been accused in a lawsuit of raping a woman early in his legislative career when he went to her home to discuss disaster relief efforts for Haiti. The lawsuit, filed Friday, accuses Sen.

Texas State University will host first 2024 presidential debate

The debate, scheduled for Sept. 16, 2024, will be the first of four for the general election. The San Marcos school would be the first Texas university to hold a presidential debate, Texas State officials said.

Arnold Schwarzenegger visits Sacramento on 20th anniversary of being sworn in as governor

On Friday, actor Arnold Schwarzenegger visited Sacramento to mark 20 years since he took the oath of office as the state's 38th governor. He was welcomed with a standing ovation by more than 200 people gathered at a fundraiser for the Sacramento Press Club.

Minnesotans remember former first lady Rosalynn Carter

Rosalynn Carter was first lady from 1977 to 1981. She frequently visited Minnesota, notably during her husband’s presidential campaign. Minnesota's Walter Mondale served as vice president during the Carter administration.

NYC 'must be safe' despite budget cuts, Hochul says

NEW YORK (PIX11) -- Fallout from the deep New York City budget cuts continues. There is new concern about food insecurity in schools and subway safety. Meanwhile, Gov. Kathy Hochul is promising to deliver state help, declaring the city "must be safe.

An appeals court has struck down a key path for enforcing the Voting Rights Act

Who can sue to enforce key voting protections for people of color under the Voting Rights Act could be severely limited by a lawsuit out of Arkansas, which may be headed for the U.S. Supreme Court.