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‘Smallville’ actor Allison Mack released from prison

Published Sun, 16 Feb 2025 16:11:23 GMT

Associated PressThe television actor Allison Mack, who pleaded guilty for her role in a sex-trafficking case tied to the cult-like group NXIVM, has been released from a California prison, according to a government website.Mack, best known for her role as a young Superman’s close friend on “Smallville,” was sentenced to three years behind bars in 2021 after pleading guilty two years earlier to charges that she manipulated women into becoming sex slaves for NXIVM leader Keith Raniere.Online records maintained by the Federal Bureau of Prisons said Mack, 40, was released Monday from a federal prison in Dublin, near San Francisco. Her release was first reported by the Albany Times-Union.Mack avoided a longer prison term by cooperating with federal authorities in their case against Raniere, who was ultimately sentenced to 120 years in prison after being convicted on sex-trafficking charges.Mack helped prosecutors mount evidence showing how Raniere created a secret societ...

5 reading recommendations for ‘Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse’ fans

Published Sun, 16 Feb 2025 16:11:23 GMT

“Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse” has been one of the big hits of 2023, with many viewers returning to theaters multiple times to watch (and re-watch) the amazing animated film.And now fans find themselves in the position where they are counting down the days until the next chapter — reportedly to be called “Spider-Man: Beyond the Spider-Verse” — is released in May 2024.Yet, they don’t have to wait until spring to dive further into the “Spider-Verse.” Instead, they can visit their local comic shops and find a wealth of related stories to enjoy.We asked Joe Field — the owner of Flying Colors Comics & Other Cool Stuff in Concord — to come up with some reading recommendations for Spider-Verse fans. And, no surprise, Field — who also happens to be the founder of the mega-successful Free Comic Book Day — had plenty of suggestions for us.Here are some of his recommendations. The comments below each title...

Police investigating 5 incidents after violent night in Hayward

Published Sun, 16 Feb 2025 16:11:23 GMT

(KRON) -- Multiple people were shot on Tuesday night in several instances of violence across the City of Hayward, the Hayward Police Department confirmed to KRON4. Hayward PD are investigating five separate incidents, including two fatalities.At 10:14 p.m., six people were shot in the 400 block of Ranker Place, according to authorities. Police could not confirm the severity of each of the victim's injuries. One of those who was shot is believed to be one of the shooters. Police believe there is likely at least one other shooter still at large. Earlier reports had indicated that one suspect was in custody. Nearly 5 pounds of fentanyl seized, 3 arrested in SF drug bust However, police later clarified that one suspected shooter was in the hospital being treated. That suspect will be taken into custody once he is treated, police said.Dozens of people were outside at the time of the shooting during what appeared to be a Fourth of July celebration. No fatalities have been reported in c...

Nearly 5 pounds of fentanyl seized, 3 arrested in SF drug bust

Published Sun, 16 Feb 2025 16:11:23 GMT

SAN FRANCISCO (KRON) -- Nearly five pounds of fentanyl along with meth and alleged drug money were seized by the San Francisco Police Department on Saturday. Plainclothes officers with the SFPD Tenderloin station conducted a narcotics surveillance operation on the 1100 block of Market Street, according to SFPD on Twitter. Six people shot in Hayward on 4th of July The operation resulted in the arrest of three suspects, the seizure of 2,149 grams of fentanyl, 115.6 grams of methamphetamine and $295 in alleged drug money. A photo tweeted out by SFPD showed several bags of meth and fentanyl apparently packaged to sell.KRON On is streaming live news now.embed-container { position: relative; padding-bottom: 56.25%; height: 0; overflow: hidden; max-width: 100%; } .embed-container iframe, .embed-container object, .embed-container embed { position: absolute; top: 0; left: 0; width: 100%; height: 100%; }No additional information was made available.

Contra Costa County fire crews respond to nearly 200 calls during July 4 celebrations

Published Sun, 16 Feb 2025 16:11:23 GMT

(KRON) – The Contra Costa County Fire Protection District responded to more than 194 calls including 82 fires overnight on July 4. Fifty of those fires are suspected to be caused by fireworks, officials said. In addition to fires, incidents Con Fire responded to Tuesday included a hazard investigation, one rescue, two alarms, three public services, four PD requests, six accidents and 95 EMS callsIn the 11 p.m. hour, Con Fire responded to 10 fires with all likely being caused by fireworks. One person had a serious injury to their hand due to fireworks, officials said.(Photo: Con Fire)In the 10 p.m. hour, firefighters responded to 19 grass and exterior fires along with two structure fires. Officials said three of the fires are known to have been caused by fireworks with the other 16 fires being suspected as firework-starters. (Photo: Con Fire)At 10:53 p.m., Con Fire responded to a two-story house on fire in the 1500 block of Fieldcrest Drive in Pleasant Hill. Fire crews reported ...

Alameda County firefighters save homes from blazes ignited by fireworks

Published Sun, 16 Feb 2025 16:11:23 GMT

(KRON) -- Countless illegal aerial fireworks lit up San Francisco Bay Area skies on July 4 and firefighting crews worked through the night dousing dozens of blazes. "Alameda County Fire Department had a very busy night last night," ACFD spokesperson Cheryl Hurd told KRON4. A flurry of 911 calls were made by residents between 10 p.m. Tuesday and 2 a.m. Wednesday.In Union City, a homeowner reported that embers from illegal fireworks landed in his backyard on Begonia Street at 10:23 p.m. Flames spread from the embers through the backyard as firefighters worked to protect the house. "The home had extensive amounts of debris in the backyard.  It took firefighters an hour and a half to bring it under control," Hurd said. At 11:11 p.m., a six-acre fire burned wildland along Lake Chabot Road in Alameda County. The fire threatened a housing development near Arcadian Drive and Arcadian Court. Firefighters with East Bay Regional Parks and Cal Fire protected nearby homes and doused the blaze. T...

San Francisco shooting being investigated as homicide

Published Sun, 16 Feb 2025 16:11:23 GMT

SAN FRANCISCO (KRON) -- A shooting in San Francisco that took place Tuesday night is being investigated as a homicide, the San Francisco Police Department said. Officers with the SFPD Bayview Station responded shortly after 10 p.m. Tuesday on a report of a shooting to Jamestown Avenue and Ingalls Street. Nearly 5 pounds of fentanyl seized, 3 arrested in SF drug bust Officers arrived on the scene and located a man suffering from gunshot wounds. Officers rendered medical aid and summoned medics to the scene. The victim was transported to the hospital with life-threatening injuries. However, despite efforts, he succumbed to his injuries and was declared deceased, police said.An investigation into the shooting is being led by the SFPD Homicide Detail. No arrests have been made and the investigation remains ongoing, police said.KRON On is streaming live news now.embed-container { position: relative; padding-bottom: 56.25%; height: 0; overflow: hidden; max-width: 100%; } .embed-containe...

Canada’s government will stop advertising on Facebook and Instagram

Published Sun, 16 Feb 2025 16:11:23 GMT

OTTAWA, Ontario (AP) — Canada’s government announced Wednesday it would stop advertising on Facebook and Instagram, in response to Meta’s decision to block access to news content on their social platforms as part of a temporary test.Heritage Minister Pablo Rodriguez announced Prime Minister Justin Trudeau’s government’s decision at a news conference.Canada’s move is the latest episode in a spat that started after Trudeau’s administration proposed a bill that would require technology companies to pay publishers for linking to or otherwise repurposing their content online. Meta promised at the time to block Canadian news content on its Facebook and Instagram platforms to address Canada’s recently passed Online News Act.Rodriguez said the decision from Meta is “unreasonable” and “irresponsible,” and as a result Canada would stop advertising on their platforms.The annual report on government spending shows the federal government spent just over 11.4 m...

John Berylson, American businessman and owner of English soccer team Millwall, dies at age 70

Published Sun, 16 Feb 2025 16:11:23 GMT

LONDON (AP) — John Berylson, an American businessman and owner of English soccer team Millwall, has died. He was 70. His death was announced by the second-division London team, which said Berylson had “lost his life in a tragic accident” on Tuesday. “It is with a collective broken heart and the deepest of regret that we announce the passing of our beloved owner and chairman, John Berylson,” Millwall said in a statement. It has since been reported that Berylson died in a car crash in Falmouth, Massachusetts.“John was, without any doubt whatsoever, the best club owner I have ever worked with, and I would argue strongly that he was the best chairman of any club in this country,” Millwall CEO Steve Kavanagh said. “I feel so desperately sad for John’s family and our thoughts and prayers are with them at what is just such a devastatingly cruel time.”Berylson became involved with Millwall in 2006 and, by the following year, was a significant shareholder after leading a consortium to ...

Swanson and Williamson among the top players sidelined for the Women’s World Cup

Published Sun, 16 Feb 2025 16:11:23 GMT

Just as the United States appeared to solidify its front-line starters for the Women’s World Cup, the team was thrown by the loss of Mallory Swanson to a knee injury.Swanson was injured in early April during an exhibition match against Ireland. She cried in pain as she went down and had to be carried off the field on a stretcher in Austin, Texas.The next day, the national team announced the news: Swanson had torn the patellar tendon in her left knee and required surgery. While no timeline was given for her recovery, the World Cup was happening just too soon for a comeback.Swanson was the team’s leading scorer this year with seven goals and a six-game scoring streak, tied for fourth longest in team history. The 25-year-old forward had formed a solid front line with Sophia Smith and Alex Morgan.Swanson joined a long list of high-profile players who will miss the Women’s World Cup. England, considered one of the contenders for the title, has been especially hard hit.CATARIN...