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Man convicted in St. Charles Co. shooting over parking spot

Published Sun, 16 Feb 2025 16:00:01 GMT

ST. CHARLES COUNTY, Mo. - Jurors have convicted a man in connection with a St. Charles County shooting, which stemmed from a dispute over a handicapped parking spot. Larry Thomlison, 70, was found guilty of first-degree assault and armed criminal action in the case, according to court records obtained by FOX 2. Trial began last week for Thomlison in a shooting that paralyzed 25-year-old Jaylen Walker from the waist down. Prosecutors say on March 5, 2019, Thomlinson spotted an Amazon van parked in a handicapped spot, confronted the driver, and shot him. Trending: Cardinals to hold $3.14 flash sale today Walker intensely watched hours of testimony from fellow Amazon driver Michael Mayfield. It turns out Mayfield was right there, in another van. He testified that Thomlison aggressively approached them about Walker’s van being parked in a handicapped parking space, pointing to other parking spots available.Walker said Thomlison was aggravated and told them he’d been recording video. T...

What to Do if You Find Yourself Falling For Your Ex — Again!

Published Sun, 16 Feb 2025 16:00:01 GMT

It’s sometimes an awkward situation whenever you still have to see your ex after a breakup. Because on one hand, you’ll grow to resent them stronger every time you encounter them. But on the other hand, you’ll sometimes realize that you’re falling for your ex all over again. Depending if you still want to make it work all over again or if you just want to move on, here are things you can do if you’re catching feelings for your ex once again.5 Things You Can Do if You’re Falling For Your Ex All Over AgainAssess and internalize the reason for your breakupIf you think you’re falling for your ex all over again, don’t irrationally come running back to them and beg them to get back with you! Keep it cool and don’t let your feelings take over your logic and reasoning. Ask yourself first why you two broke up in the first place — and if you’re willing to forget about it and start all over again.Be ready to forget about the past — and be willing to handle the relationship betterThat said, if ...

‘No!’ Hugh Grant rebuffs further questions about his surly Oscars interview

Published Sun, 16 Feb 2025 16:00:01 GMT

After Hugh Grant refused to engage in the usual pre-show Oscars chit-chat Sunday with model Ashley Graham, he also didn’t want to answer further questions about the awkward interview when a reporter spotted him later that night at the post-show Vanity Fair party.“No,” the British actor responded when Keiran Southern, a reporter for the U.K. Times, approached him in an outdoor area at the exclusive annual bash and “gingerly” asked him if he wanted to say anything about the interview going viral.Southern said he risked a second question, “struggling” with Grant and no doubt feeling Graham’s pain.“Do you pay attention to what the internet says?” Southern asked.“No,” Grant said again, before turning back to his friends and making it clear that the conversation was over. Southern reported that Grant was seen a short time later having his photo taking with Jeff Bezos, the founder of Amazon Prime Studios and the owner of the Washington Post.H...

Boys basketball rankings: Final Bay Area News Group Top 20, early Top 5 for next season

Published Sun, 16 Feb 2025 16:00:01 GMT

Bay Area News Group’s season-ending boys basketball Top 20(Mercury News & East Bay Times)No. 1 DOUGHERTY VALLEY (27-4)Final word: Captured North Coast Section Open Division championship. Lost to St. Joseph-Santa Maria 87-76 in NorCal Open semifinals. No. 2 DE LA SALLE (22-9)Final word: NCS Open Division runner-up. Beat Archbishop Mitty 46-44 in the first round of the NorCal Open. Lost to Modesto Christian 57-56 in the semifinals. No. 3 ARCHBISHOP MITTY (22-6)Final word: WCAL co-champs went 2-1 in CCS Open Division pool play. Lost to De La Salle 46-44 in the first round of NorCal Open.No. 4 GRANADA (26-11)Final word: Beat Salesian 60-47 to win the NorCal Division I title. Lost to Notre Dame-Sherman Oaks 67-58 in Division I state final.No. 5 SALESIAN (26-9)Final word: Beat Granada 50-48 to finish third in NCS Open, then lost to Granada 60-47 in the NorCal Division I final.No. 6 ARCHBISHOP RIORDAN (23-7)Final word: Lost to Granada 69-57 in the NorCal D-I semifinals after mult...

Saratoga is blooming with spring events

Published Sun, 16 Feb 2025 16:00:01 GMT

With all the recent rain, the hills will look like the Emerald City in time for St. Patrick’s Day March 17. So, where to celebrate? The Bank, at 14421 Big Basin Way, is always the site of much good-natured annual blarney. Or head to Many Friends Brewery at 14482 Big Basin “if you are looking to relax and enjoy good people and conversation without a lot of noise and rambunctiousness,” says owner Ted Oliveros.Mad Hatter’s Tea at Montalvo Arts Center is coming up Sunday, March 19. Attendees are encouraged to don a fancy hat, beret, fascinator or other festive headgear for an afternoon of tea sandwiches, savory as well as sweet treats and, of course, tea. Sparkling wine is also available. There are three seating times, and tickets are $70 at www.montalvo.org.It’s time for Hanami at Hakone. Tickets are on sale now to celebrate the cherry blossoms with special night viewings March 20-April 14. The blossoms are spectacular under the night lights. www.hakone.comRoll up your sleeves to make ...

Los Gatos council starts work on plan to address town’s fast-growing senior population

Published Sun, 16 Feb 2025 16:00:01 GMT

Seniors make up 20% of the Los Gatos population, or one in five residents, Census data shows – and that’s expected to grow significantly in the next decade.Los Gatos Town Council took some steps toward bolstering services for seniors in town at its March 7 meeting.Council had endorsed a “roadmap” of short- and long-term goals to support the town’s fast-growing older adult population last month, marking the first step in implementing changes.“I really believe this is going to be transformational to the town and not just for our older adults but for all our residents in the town,” Councilmember Matthew Hudes said. Hudes worked closely with the Senior Services Committee, which was established in August  2021.Council disbanded that committee, and now the Community Health and Senior Services Committee will get to work on some of the goals in the road map.“We are prepared to proceed with implementing the goals under the road map,” committee chair Jeffery Blum said. “We’re ready to go.”Cou...

Police rescue San Mateo County teen suspected of being being sex trafficked in Pinole

Published Sun, 16 Feb 2025 16:00:01 GMT

PINOLE — Investigators rescued a 16-year-old San Mateo County girl who they said was being sex trafficked in the Bay Area and was to be moved out of state, police said.Police found the girl in a San Pablo last week at a house in the company of the 18-year-old, according to a statement from Pinole police Det. Sgt. Justin Rogers. The man — who police said admitted to sex trafficking the girl — was arrested on suspicion of human trafficking of a minor and booked him into the Martinez Detention Facility.The arrest came after police received a report around 12:20 p.m. on March 8 that the 16-year-old runaway from San Mateo County was at a house in Pinole. Pinole police officers did not locate her immediately at that home, but investigators later tracked her down in San Pablo.Rogers said investigators interviewed the girl with the assistance of a human trafficking victim advocate from the Contra Costa County District Attorney’s Office, and that she told them she was being traff...

Campbell crime report for the week of March 24

Published Sun, 16 Feb 2025 16:00:01 GMT

Feb. 68:27 a.m. on the Los Gatos Creek Trail: Someone spray-painted profanity.Overnight in the 1400 block of Maysun Court: The catalytic converter was stolen off of a 2015 Toyota.9:20 a.m. in the 600 block of Maple Avenue: A 1995 Honda stolen out of San Jose was recovered.11:27 a.m. in the 1600 block of Beck Drive: A man, 64, was contacted and found to have an outstanding warrant. He was in possession of a methamphetamine pipe.1:39 p.m. at South Bascom and East Hamilton avenues: During an argument, the pushed the victim multiple times and physically restrained her so that she couldn’t leave the vehicle.1:16 p.m.  600 block of Cypress Ln.: The suspect, 31, came within 2 yards of the victim in violation of a served restraining order.3:52 p.m. at E. Hamilton Avenue and April Way: Both plates were stolen off of a 2018 Volkswagen.4:07 p.m. in the 1800 block of South Bascom Avenue: A man, 60, was causing a disturbance and was found to be too intoxicated to care for himself.700 block of No...

Inbound flight delay at SFO due to strong winds

Published Sun, 16 Feb 2025 16:00:01 GMT

SAN FRANCISCO (KRON) -- Strong winds caused a ground delay for incoming flights at San Francisco International Airport Tuesday morning, according to the Federal Aviation Administration. This is causing some incoming flights to be delayed for about 80 minutes. Bay Area atmospheric river updates: Flood Advisory in effect This story is developing and will be updated.

All northbound 680 lanes reopened following big rig jackknife

Published Sun, 16 Feb 2025 16:00:01 GMT

PLEASANTON, Calif. (KRON) -- Northbound 680 near Castlewood Drive in Pleasanton was shut down due to a traffic collision Tuesday morning. A semi-truck jackknifed in the road around 4:10 a.m. creating delays, according to the California Highway Patrol incident page.As of 7 a.m., all lanes were reopened according to CHP.Wet weather may impact Tuesday morning's commute. Make sure to slow down and plan for extra travel time.This story is developing and will be updated.