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No. 6 Baylor routs Houston 87-58 to win 14th in a row

Published Thu, 26 Dec 2024 16:26:05 GMT

WACO, Texas (AP) — Aijha Blackwell had 15 points and 10 rebounds for her third double-double of the season, leading five players in double-figure scoring for sixth-ranked Baylor, which beat Houston 87-58 on Saturday to stretch its season-opening winning streak to 14 games in a row.The 14-0 start is the second-best in program history. The only better for the Bears was their 2012 national championship team with Brittney Griner that had a perfect 40-0 record.Sarah Andrews and Darianna Littlepage-Buggs scored 14 each for the Bears, who shot 57.1% overall from the field (32 of 56) and 8-of-19 from 3-point range while improving to 3-0 in Big 12 play. Laila Blair scored 17 points for Big 12 newcomer Houston (9-5, 0-3 Big 12), which shot 35.5% (22 of 62). No. 10 TEXAS 70, No. 24 WEST VIRGINIA 49MORGANTOWN, W.Va. (AP) — Freshman Madison Booker had 15 points and a season-high 12 rebounds and she shook off a scary fall late to lead Texas to a win over West Virginia.West Virginia entered the ga...

Jensen leads balanced attack with 17 points, No. 21 Creighton women top DePaul 75-68

Published Thu, 26 Dec 2024 16:26:05 GMT

CHICAGO (AP) — Lauren Jensen led all five starters in double figures with 17 points and No. 21 Creighton turned back DePaul 75-68 on Saturday.The Bluejays, who shoot free throws at an 83.9% clip, were 8 of 12 in the last 1:21.Morgan Maly and Emma Ronsiek both had 15 points for Creighton (11-3, 2-2 Big East Conference). Mallory Brake had 11 points, nine rebounds, four assists, four steals and a block. She was 5-of-7 shooting for a team that shot 41%. Molly Mogensen had 10 points and nine rebounds. The Bluejays had 22 assists on 26 baskets.Jorie Allen had a season-high 22 points and 10 rebounds for the Blue Demons (9-8, 1-3). Michelle Sidor scored 13 points and Anaya Peoples had 10 points with eight rebounds, five assists and five steals.Neither team could find the range in the fourth quarter with Creighton going 3 of 15, missing its last six shots, and DePaul 4 of 18, but hitting its last two.Sidor hit a 3-pointer and Allen had two free throws to pull DePaul within 67-61 with 2:44 to...

Shelter in place issued in Northglenn Saturday

Published Thu, 26 Dec 2024 16:26:05 GMT

DENVER (KDVR) -- A shelter-in-place alert was issued for an area in Northglenn Saturday afternoon.The Northglenn Police Department said officers responded to a shots fired call around 3:36 p.m. in the 12200 block of Claude Court.Police said no suspect or victim was found when they arrived on the scene, so they set up a perimeter and initiated a search. That's when a shelter-in-place alert was issued.NPD said Thornton and Adams County K9 officers assisted with the search.A person was located just after 5 p.m. in the construction area of Karl's Farm and was taken into custody. Police said that person may or may not have been involved in the incident.Police said they did a thorough search and do not believe there was any further threat to the community.The investigation was ongoing, and NPD is asking anyone with information about the incident to contact Detective Jean Majan at 303-450-8868 or [email protected].

Serious injuries after crash with pedestrian in Denver

Published Thu, 26 Dec 2024 16:26:05 GMT

DENVER (KDVR) -- One person suffered serious injuries after a crash involving a motorist and a pedestrian, according to the Denver Police Department early Saturday.The crash happened in the area of West Quincy Avenue and South Sheridan Boulevard. The driver remained on the scene.The investigation was ongoing.

Miller’s career-high 27 lift Wake Forest past Hurricanes in OT, 86-82

Published Thu, 26 Dec 2024 16:26:05 GMT

WINSTON-SALEM, N.C. (AP) — Kevin Miller hit a 3-pointer to give Wake Forest the lead in overtime, then sealed the victory with a pair of free throws as the Demon Deacons held off Miami 86-82 in their Atlantic Coast Conference home opener on Saturday.Wake Forest (11-3, 3-0) is now 9-0 on its home court and its nine-game win streak is the program’s longest since 2008-09, when the Deacons won 16 straight games. Fresh off a 95-82 victory over No. 16 Clemson, the Hurricanes (11-3, 2-1) saw their four-game win streak end.With the game tied at 78-78, Andrew Carr missed a jumper for Wake Forest, but Efton Reid III batted the offensive rebound toward the top of the key. Miller stretched high to snare the pass, settled and stroked the deep 3-pointer for the lead with 1:38 left. Norchad Omier hit a pair of free throws to get the Hurricanes within a point, but Hunter Sallis knocked down a 3 with :25 remaining to push the lead to four, 84-80. Omier scored at the basket, but Miller drew a f...

Fire officials: Apparent tornado touched down in downtown Fort Lauderdale; funnel cloud captured on video

Published Thu, 26 Dec 2024 16:26:05 GMT

An apparent tornado touched down in parts of downtown Fort Lauderdale, fire officials said, a fearsome sight that was recorded on video by multiple witnesses.According to Fort Lauderdale Fire Rescue, the funnel cloud formed over land and touched down west of Las Olas and the Intracoastal Waterway, just before 6 p.m., Saturday.Officials with the National Weather Service said it was initially located near Federal Highway and Southeast 15th Street before making its way toward Las Olas Boulevard.As the tornado gained strength, FLFR officials said, it made contact with some structures, power lines and marine vessels before it moved quickly toward the east and reached the ocean.NWS officials had issued a tornado warning for a section of southeastern Broward County extending south of downtown toward Port Everglades. It was allowed to expire at 6 p.m.Multiple witnesses recorded cellphone video of the funnel cloud wreaking havoc. Cellphone video captured the funnel cloud appearing to jump ov...

Young guns lead Belmont Hill past St. Sebastian’s in an ISL hockey showdown

Published Thu, 26 Dec 2024 16:26:05 GMT

BELMONT — To local boys hockey diehards, Saturday’s showcase between Belmont Hill and St. Sebastian’s was deemed a must-see event. A clash between two of the Independent School League’s most decorated groups.In a bout filled with plenty of highlights, the young standouts delivered for the crowd. Sophomore Jake Tavares buried a pair of goals to go with an assist, while freshman sensation David Bosco (goal, assist) also provided a spark as Belmont Hill overcame an early deficit for a statement 5-2 victory over their longtime rival.“This is one of the most historic rivalries in prep school hockey,” Belmont Hill senior Jake McManus said. “So obviously, we were looking forward to this. Being able to beat them at home in front of all our fans and alumni, it’s huge for the school.”Things didn’t start off Belmont Hill’s way. St. Sebastian’s capitalized on a power play opportunity right out of the gate, as Matt Cataldo sniped a goal to put the Arrows ahead, 1-0. They would carry moment...

Shots fired at apartment complex near El Cajon; one dead

Published Thu, 26 Dec 2024 16:26:05 GMT

KSWB -- Shots rang out at an apartment complex near El Cajon Saturday afternoon, prompting a response from the San Diego County Sheriff's Department.Authorities told FOX 5 the incident occurred on the 1600 block of Hilton Head Court around 12:43 p.m. When deputies arrived, two people -- a man and a woman of unknown age -- were found with gunshot wounds. SDSO said the woman was transported to a local hospital in critical condition, while the man was pronounced dead at the scene. Popular Bayfront seafood eatery bids farewell to longtime employee There does not appear to be any outstanding suspects at this time, according to authorities. No further details are presently available. An investigation into the shooting is ongoing. Anyone who may have information related to this incident is encouraged to call Crime stoppers at (619) 235-8477.This is a developing story. Please check back for updates.

Weekend Break: Banging Gavel Brews

Published Thu, 26 Dec 2024 16:26:05 GMT

TINLEY PARK, Ill. — Built over 100 years ago, the Karl Vogt House in Tinley Park has had many lives, and now, a new chapter is brewing. The house is now home to Banging Gavel Brews — a brewery and tap room. "The building was built in 1865 by the Lewis brothers as a hunting lodge believe it or not and over the years it's gone over several transitions," said Jim Richert, President of Banging Gavel Brews.WGN's Alyssa Donovan takes you there on this Saturday's edition of Weekend Break.

South Loop Farmers Market heads indoors for the winter

Published Thu, 26 Dec 2024 16:26:05 GMT

CHICAGO — For the first time in its ten year history, the South Loop Farmers' Market moved inside the Roosevelt Collection Shops for the winter."We are super thrilled to have a winter season every Saturday through March 30," said Tina Feldstein, one of the vendors at the South Loop Farmers Market Saturday.About 30 vendors will be nestled into Roosevelt's each week during that timeframe. Sunday Brunch with Lost Reef Lounge "The community loves the farmers market and we’ve seen that when they come through the summer season," Feldstein said. "But when we go through this long hiatus, people are just wishing and waiting for the market to come back."With oils to heat the palate, a little snip of micro greens and fitness events all bundled into one space, it's a way to live a farmers market life in the dead of winter.