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MLB sued by 17 ex-scouts who say they were discriminated against because of their age

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:38:39 GMT

DENVER (AP) — Seventeen former Major League Baseball scouts who say they were discriminated against because of their age sued the league, its teams and Commissioner Rob Manfred on Wednesday.The lawsuit was filed in U.S. District Court in Denver. The former scouts allege violations of the federal Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1967 along with laws in 11 states and New York City.The scouts, ranging from 55 to 71, allege they were discriminated against from 2020-22. They say MLB and the teams “have acted to prevent the reemployment of older scouts or refused the reemployment of older scouts.”They also say an MLB provision that offsets scouts’ salaries when they sign with a new team — but are still being paid by a previous team from which they’ve been fired — is discriminatory.MLB said in a statement it looks “forward to refuting these claims in court,” but it does not comment on pending litigation.The ex-scouts also allege ...

Florida locks up spot in the College World Series finals with a 3-2 win over TCU

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:38:39 GMT

By ERIC OLSON (AP Sports Writer)Cade Kurland’s ninth-inning infield single drove in the tiebreaking run, and Florida claimed a spot in the College World Series finals with a 3-2 victory over TCU on Wednesday.The Gators (53-15) will play No. 1 national seed Wake Forest or LSU in the best-of-three championship series starting Saturday. Wake Forest would advance with a win over the Tigers on Wednesday night. An LSU win would force a second bracket final Thursday. Florida is in the finals for the fourth time, and first since it won the national championship in 2017. But the win wasn’t secure until Michael Robertson, who entered in the top of the ninth as a pinch runner, caught Brayden Taylor’s deep fly against the center-field wall to end the game.TCU (44-24) staved off elimination twice to get to Wednesday’s game, and it finished the season with wins in 21 of 25 games.Florida led 2-1 after the first inning, and neither team scored again until TCU tied it in the ...

D.A. charges South L.A. metal recycling company with illegally disposing hazardous waste at school

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:38:39 GMT

The Los Angeles County District Attorney’s Office on Wednesday announced charges against a recycling facility, accusing it of illegally disposing hazardous waste next to and onto a Watts high school.The charges were announced outside Jordan High School, located at 2265 E 103rd St., where District Attorney George Gascón said a “serious environmental injustice” had occurred. The criminal complaint charges S&W Atlas Iron and Metal Corp. and its owners, Gary and Matthew Weisenberg, with 21 felony counts of knowingly disposing hazardous waste at a site with no permit and one felony count of deposit of hazardous waste. They also face misdemeanor charges of failure to maintain or operate a facility to minimize the possibility of a fire and public nuisance.An aerial photo from Sky5 shows Jordan High School (left) next to Atlas Iron and Metal Corp. in Watts on June 21, 2023. (KTLA) “Children deserve a safe and healthy environment to learn and grow in, and we must hold companies accountab...

Poor testing could put Titanic sub passengers in 'extreme danger', lawsuit said

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:38:39 GMT

The company whose submersible vanished in the North Atlantic on a tourist dive to the wreck of the Titanic was repeatedly warned that there might be catastrophic safety problems posed by the way it was developed, documents show.With five people aboard a vessel that if still functioning would have a dwindling amount of oxygen, an expanding international fleet of ships and airplanes is searching for the Titan, operated by OceanGate Expeditions. The undersea exploration company based in Everett, Washington, has been making yearly voyages to the Titanic since 2021.In the first piece of good news since the search began, a Canadian aircraft detected underwater noises, though the vessel has not been found, the U.S. Coast Guard reported early Wednesday.FILE - This 2004 photo provided by the Institute for Exploration, Center for Archaeological Oceanography/University of Rhode Island/NOAA Office of Ocean Exploration, shows the remains of a coat and boots in the mud on the...

Nick Fury makes his Avengers Campus debut

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:38:39 GMT

Nick Fury, a character portrayed by actor Samuel L. Jackson in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, has debuted at Avengers Campus in Disney’s California Adventure Park.The announcement was made on the Disney Parks TikTok channel. Visitors to Avengers Campus may encounter the S.H.I.E.L.D. operative beginning on Wednesday.For a limited time beginning June 21, 2023, guests may encounter Nick Fury at Avengers Campus in Disney California Adventure Park in Anaheim, CA, where he will recruit guests to practice the art of espionage in an all-new interactive experience. (Mike Baker/Disneyland Resort)In a new interactive experience, Nick Fury will share “keen insights, bright observations, and invaluable advice as he invites younger recruits to join S.H.I.E.L.D. and take an oath to defend Earth with the help of his training aides,” a news release said. Live-action Ariel meet and greet opens at Disneyland The character will be available in the theme park for a limited time as the park celebrates...

Jack in the Box is testing Boba Tea at 3 SoCal locations

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:38:39 GMT

BestReviews is reader-supported and may earn an affiliate commission. DetailsTHE BOBA TEA CRAZE HITS JACK IN THE BOXBoba tea is a cold-served beverage with a tea base and features edible tapioca pearls that give the drink a scrumptious texture. The beverage is typically flavored with milk or fruit. But since its popularity is steadily rising — you could say it's a craze — all types of boba drinks have been hitting the market, including boba coffee. For example, Jack-in-the-Box just announced that it is adding three Boba tea options to selected locations. Right now the restaurant is testing the drinks in three cities in California — San Diego, Long Beach and Torrance. The three flavors are Iced Coffee with Boba, Milk Tea with Boba and Vanilla Shake with Boba.THREE NEW JACK IN THE BOX BOBA DRINKSIced Coffee with BobaThe recipe for Jack in the Box's Iced Coffee with Boba calls for chilled High Mountain Arabica coffee that's flavored with sweetened cream and vanilla....

Woman Severely Injured in Pedestrian Crash on Laguna Street [San Francisco, CA]

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:38:39 GMT

Woman Hospitalized after Pedestrian Collision near Francisco StreetSAN FRANCISCO, CA (June 21, 2023) – Wednesday afternoon, a pedestrian crash on Laguna Street left a woman with serious injuries.The collision occurred around 4:26 p.m., at the intersection of Laguna and Francisco Street in the Marina District neighborhood.Responding officers discovered an unconscious female pedestrian lying on the roadway. Meanwhile, the involved driver remained at the scene and cooperated with the investigators.Paramedics transported the victim to a hospital with life-threatening injuries. Her identity and condition have not been disclosed to the public. At this time, the circumstances that led up to the incident remain under investigation.Those who witnessed the Laguna Street pedestrian crash are encouraged to contact the SFPD at 415-575-4444 or Text a Tip to TIP411. San Francisco Officials advised motorists to expect delays and take alternative routes to avoid the area.Whether you are a driv...

10 Of The Best Beachy Brunches for Summer

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:38:39 GMT

It’s officially summer and for the time being anyway, the gloom of June and the gray of May are behind us, and it’s time to head to the beach. Catch up on your vitamin D with these beachy brunches.City Cruises Marina Del Rey has revamped its Entertainer vessel, flagship of the fleet and the largest charter yacht in the Marina with a new weekend brunch cruise, featuring mimosas, a buffet, endless dessert table, live music and dancing. The mellow two-hour cruise through the Marina casts off in Fisherman’s Village, and includes revamped eggy and meaty breakfast staples, smoked salmon platters, roast beef, potatoes, French toast and mounds of various salads. A dinner cruise also is available.Shutters on the Beach will celebrate 30 years with a jazz brunch every weekend in the courtyard of 1 Pico. Menu highlights include lobster Benedict, caprese frittata, chitarra carbonara and breakfast flatbread. The Bubbles and Jazz Brunch every Saturday features tapas-style benedicts, sizzling skill...

‘We’re very gratified’: Oakland rapper Philthy Rich avoids jail time in gun case as judge rejects prosecution’s request for 30-month prison term

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:38:39 GMT

LAS VEGAS — A federal judge has sentenced Phillip “Philthy Rich” Beasley to a two-year probation term, rejecting arguments by the U.S. Attorney’s office that the well-known Oakland rapper deserved 30 months behind bars for illegally acquiring guns in 2021.Beasley, who pleaded guilty to a federal charge earlier this year, walked out of court a free man Wednesday morning after a hearing before U.S. District Judge James Mahan. In court filings, Beasley’s attorneys argued that he wanted a firearm for “self-protection” but that the Las Vegas and Oakland communities were better-served with Beasley out of custody, pointing to his anti-violence advocacy and involvement in charity events.“We’re very gratified that the judge recognized the many contributions that Mr. Beasley has made to the community and the fact that he has remained trouble-free over the two-and-a-half years since this event occurred,” his attorney David Chesnoff, s...

Man slain while doing yard work outside his Maxwell Park home in Oakland is identified

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:38:39 GMT

OAKLAND — A 60-year-old man fatally shot Monday evening night while doing yard work outside his Maxwell Park neighborhood home was identified by police Wednesday as David Schneider.Homicide investigators are still trying to confirm a motive for the killing and identify suspects.Schneider, who lived in the 5000 block of Camden Street for decades, was shot just before 6 p.m. Monday while trimming trees and doing other yard work. After he was shot, he was able to stagger to a next-door neighbor’s home where he collapsed and was later pronounced dead.Investigators are reviewing video surveillance footage from the area to see if he was the victim of an attempted robbery or something else. They are also hoping the video helps them identify a suspect and any vehicles involved.The killing “absolutely stunned” the Maxwell Park community, said Jose Dorado, who has been chair of the Maxwell Park Neighborhood Council since 1998. He said more than 100 people attended a vi...