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Pan-Mass Challenge kicks off, record-breaking donation for cancer research in sight

Published Sun, 29 Dec 2024 14:27:27 GMT

Thousands of cyclists from near and far put on their riding shoes early Saturday morning for a good cause: to raise money for cancer research.And after some rode nearly 90 miles and others more than 100, they will be hopping on their bikes again Sunday as the 43rd annual Pan-Mass Challenge continues.Roughly 6,400 cyclists are participating in this weekend’s bike-a-thon fundraiser, as PMC looks to meet its ambitious goal of raising a record-breaking $70 million for Dana-Farber Cancer Institute.PMC raises more money for charity than any other single athletic fundraising event in the country.Participants, waking up before dawn Saturday, either started in Sturbridge or Wellesley before finishing their long, grueling hauls in Bourne. Sunday’s rides will end in Provincetown or at Patriots Place. Some riders will be completing out-and-back loops in Wellesley.PMC donates 100% of every rider-raised dollar directly to Dana-Farber to fund lifesaving cancer research, treatment and patient care....

Red Sox notebook: Whitlock, Houck, Sale working way back

Published Sun, 29 Dec 2024 14:27:27 GMT

Garrett Whitlock took a key step forward on Saturday, facing hitters in a multi-inning live batting practice.“I think it was good,” Alex Cora said. “(Velocity) was up, the shape of the pitches were good.”This is the second injured list stint of the year for the 27-year-old right-handler, who last pitched on July 10. As he prepares to begin a rehab assignment, The organization’s resolve to keep him in the rotation seems to be softening.Whitlock was a member of the Boston bullpen for his entire stellar rookie season in 2021, when he finished the season with a 1.96 ERA across 46 appearances, including 11 games finished and a pair of saves. Over 73 1/3 innings, he struck out 81 batters, issued 17 walks, and only gave up 16 earned runs.Last season, the Red Sox attempted to transition Whitlock into the rotation, as he’d worked his way up the minor leagues as a starting pitcher. They moved him from the bullpen in late April, then returned him to the bullpen in July. Hip surgery ended his s...

Yankees Notebook: Jake Bauers part of first-base solution in Anthony Rizzo’s absence

Published Sun, 29 Dec 2024 14:27:27 GMT

Less than two weeks after his Bronx Bombers debut, Jake Bauers crushed an opposite-field home run into the Yankee Stadium bullpen beyond the wall in left-center — a rare feat for a left-handed hitter.That 420-foot blast on May 9 captured the attention of Yankees manager Aaron Boone, who has continued to lean more and more on the 27-year-old journeyman in the months since.Originally called up in late April to help fill the Yankees’ left-field void, Bauers recently returned to his original position of first base in the sudden absence of Anthony Rizzo, who is out indefinitely with post-concussion syndrome. Saturday’s game against the Houston Astros marked Bauers’ third consecutive start at first after Rizzo went on the injured list Thursday.“He’s been really good,” Boone said Saturday of Bauers. “Kind of been a revelation for us, and I think a very interesting player moving forward.”“I didn’t necessarily see this coming,...

Motorcyclist collides with driver making U-turn: police

Published Sun, 29 Dec 2024 14:27:27 GMT

SAN DIEGO -- A motorcyclist was injured Friday night after colliding with a vehicle in the Ridgeview/Webster neighborhood, authorities said.According to the San Diego Police Department, collision occurred in the 4500 block of Home Ave. around 10:18 p.m.Authorities say a 46-year-old woman was stopped in the bike lane facing east along the south curb in a 2011 Hyundai Tucson. At that same time, a 25-year-old man was traveling eastbound while riding a 2017 Yamaha motorcycle. Hours-long SWAT standoff ends in Carlsbad The Hyundai reportedly made a U-turn from the bike lane directly into the path of the motorcycle, according to SDPD. The motorcyclist struck the Hyundai on the driver's side front fender as a result.Police say the rider was transported to the hospital with multiple fractures and a laceration to his ankle. His injuries are considered non-life threatening.SDPD says DUI was not a factor in this collision. The department's Traffic Division is investigating.Anyone with informa...

Earthquake in eastern China knocks down houses and injures at least 10, but no deaths reported

Published Sun, 29 Dec 2024 14:27:27 GMT

BEIJING (AP) — An earthquake in eastern China before dawn Sunday knocked down houses and injured at least 10 people, according to state media, but no deaths were reported.The magnitude 5.5 quake occurred near the city of Dezhou, about 300 kilometers (185 miles) south of Beijing, the Chinese capital, at 2:33 a.m., according to the China Earthquake Networks Center. The U.S. Geological Survey put the magnitude at 5.4.The quake caused 74 houses to collapse and 10 people were injured, government broadcaster China Central Television and other news outlets reported.TV broadcasters showed Dezhou residents who ran outdoors after the quake sitting on sidewalks in the predawn darkness. Video on social media showed bricks that had fallen from cracked walls.Train lines were being inspected for possible damage, the official China News Service said. CCTV said gas service was shut off in some areas due to damage to pipes.Dezhou and the surrounding area administered by the city have about 5.6 millio...

Casa Central hosts back-to-school event on West Side

Published Sun, 29 Dec 2024 14:27:27 GMT

CHICAGO — It doesn't take long to hear the excitement just a few weeks before the start of school. For more than 20 years, Casa Central has hosted this back-to-school event in Humbolt Park to drum up enthusiasm for the students and to help parents with the essentials their kids need. Group at suburban senior home shows there’s no expiration date on friendship Frank Perkins, from Casa Central, said there is a need for free backpacks and school supplies. A parent, Moises Tueros, has twins starting kindergarten this year and another in head start."Things are more expensive than before and so we're trying to take advantage of all the opportunities that we have as far as supplies goes," Tueros said. The back-to-school block party offered not only those supplies but health and dental screenings as well. "The energy in the room is wonderful. The kids' reaction is spectacular. Smiles, lots of smiles here," Perkins said. With a bounce house and colorful donated backpacks, the smiles are au...

Family, friends continue searching for man missing in Gary for more than a week

Published Sun, 29 Dec 2024 14:27:27 GMT

GARY, Ind. — Loved ones continued searching on Saturday for Bremen Campbell, Jr., who has been missing for more than a week now."For us to not know where he is, text messages never go unanswered," his sister Chloe said. "I'm just praying he makes it home safely." Family of missing Gary father seeks public’s help Bremen was last heard from on July 27. His dad is unsure where or why he left home."His license, his wallet, his keys and phone was on the table," Bremen Campbell, Sr. said. "It's a mystery. Nothing like this has ever happened before.Family and friends started Saturday at his home on Monroe Lane in Gary and then went knocking door-to-door, asking neighbors if anyone had seen him. "Actually a lot of people in this community know him so a lot of people are shocked, like, 'Oh wow he was just here' or 'I just talked to him' so everyone is coming together to search for him," his daughter Bryana said. More news from Northwest Indiana The group passed out and hung up flyers. Th...

Officials responding to wildfire in Hays County, estimated at 70 acres and 0% contained

Published Sun, 29 Dec 2024 14:27:27 GMT

HAYS COUNTY, Texas (KXAN) — Officials responded to a wildfire in Hays County Saturday, according to the Hays County Office of Emergency Services (HCOES) website.The wildfire, known as the Oak Grove/Fox Fire, was reported in the 200 block of Oak Grove Road in San Marcos. It is estimated at 70 acres and 0% contained as of 4:22 p.m., according to the Hays County Office of Emergency Management and the Texas A&M Forest Service.According to Texas A&M, the fire was very active, and structures were threatened. Additional aircraft was ordered to assist.The Hays County Wildland task force responded to the fire. Air assets are also being deployed to drop water on the fire.Officials responded to a large outside fire, known as Fox Fire, in Hays County Saturday, Aug. 5. | David Yeomans/KXAN NewsOfficials responded to a large outside fire, known as Fox Fire, in Hays County Saturday, Aug. 5. | KXAN viewer photoOfficials responded to a large outside fire, known as Fox Fire, in Hays County Sa...

Austin heading for 108º twice next week

Published Sun, 29 Dec 2024 14:27:27 GMT

AUSTIN (KXAN) -- We continued to add to our stretch of triple digits on Saturday. Now 29 days in a row have reached 100º or hotter. The year 2011 had fewer (27) days in a row of triple digits, but ended up with 90 triple digit days TOTAL by the end of the year. Our total so far is 45. BLOG: Forget the heat: Here's when cooler air usually comes An Excessive Heat Warning continues until 9 p.m. and will renew on Sunday from noon - 9 p.m. for most of Central Texas with feels-like temperatures topping 105-112º. Heat Advisories continue in some areas southwest of Austin where the temperatures will be a few degrees lower.Saturday's heat alertsWith wildfires igniting and spreading again on Saturday, be ready for another high fire risk day on Sunday thanks to the heat and very low relative humidity levels during the afternoon.Sunday's wildfire dangerTemperatures this coming week will make for one of the hottest weeks of the summer. Our hottest temperature of the year was 108º and we expect...

Twins hope batting order change will jump start Carlos Correa

Published Sun, 29 Dec 2024 14:27:27 GMT

Carlos Correa, who found life in his swing after being moved to the leadoff position mid-season, was moved down to the cleanup spot for Saturday night’s game against Arizona at Target Field.It will be the first time Correa hasn’t batted first since June 30.“We’re looking to get a little more flow into the offense right now, and get some guys on (base),” bench coach Jayce Tingler said for a 6:10 p.m. first pitch.Speaking to reporters so that manager Rocco Baldelli could spend some extra time with his wife, Allie — expecting Twins soon — Tingler said the team is hoping the move will help Correa find the form that made him a career .281 hitter when this season started.Before Saturday’s game, Correa was hitting .220 with 12 home runs and 45 RBIs. The Twins started the day three games over .500 and 2½ games up on second-place Cleveland in the American League Central/“We’re in a good spot, and I think the reality is we’re super optimistic because we’ve had some guys like Carlos that proba...