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Pac-12 picks of the week: Arizona and the Oregon schools have been money against the spread; USC and UW, not so much

Published Wed, 25 Dec 2024 17:10:24 GMT

The top team in the Pac-12 standings is near the bottom against the point spread while a bottom feeder is one of the best when the betting line comes into play.Washington’s struggles with the spread should come as zero surprise to anyone who watched the Huskies struggle as huge favorites against Arizona State and Stanford.Meanwhile, ASU’s success against the betting line was reflected in narrower-than-expected losses to Colorado and Washington and the upset of WSU last weekend.With two months down and one remaining, it’s clear which Pac-12 teams are the best on the field and which are simply the best bets.Here are the records against the spread, taken from teamrankings.com:Arizona: 7-1Oregon: 6-1-1Oregon State: 5-3Arizona State: 4-3-1Colorado: 4-3-1Utah: 4-3-1Stanford: 4-4UCLA: 4-4Washington State: 4-4Washington: 3-4-1Cal: 3-5USC: 2-7Will those trends hold down the stretch? Perhaps not.The betting public and oddsmakers alike will adjust to on-field trends, limiting...

Review: Doja Cat kicks off first arena tour with Halloween show in San Francisco

Published Wed, 25 Dec 2024 17:10:24 GMT

Doja Cat delivered a bit of a mixed trick-o-treat bag as she kicked off her first-ever arena headlining tour on Halloween night at Chase Center in San Francisco.The Cat woman, herself, was mostly on point, sounding especially strong as she showcased her rapping abilities. She’s a real talent, one that should be a force in the industry for years to come.Yet, she also showed her inexperience in the arena realm as she did very little try to connect with the crowd or make the evening feel “live” on Night 1 of the Scarlet Tour, which supports the 2023 album of the same name.Instead, it often just felt like we were just watching something like “Doja Cat: The Concert Movie,” which — who knows? — could be heading to a theater near you in the not-so-distant future.More significant, the touring production — while arena-style big and surprisingly Halloween appropriate — wasn’t as thrilling as it should have been. There was a numbing s...

Here’s what this year’s Starbucks holiday cups look like

Published Wed, 25 Dec 2024 17:10:24 GMT

By Jordan Valinsky | CNNNew York  — For fervent fans of Starbucks, the holidays officially kick off this week with the arrival of its seasonal cups.Beginning Thursday, customers at its US locations will have their hot drinks served in one of four festive cups that are “clad in holiday red and Starbucks greens and a mood-boosting magenta,” according to a release.Noticeably different in this year’s design is the magenta accent, which “lifts the traditional holiday colors and makes the red even look brighter,” said Kristy Cameron, Starbucks’ creative director.Related ArticlesRestaurants, Food and Drink | A Brussels sprouts recipe almost everyone will love, even Brussels sprouts haters Restaurants, Food and Drink | Bay Area pastry chef creates line of gourmet frozen cookie dough rounds Restaurants, Food and Drink | This new Bay Area pho shop reflects the explosive history of its hometown Restaurants, Food and Drink | San Francis...

49ers GM Lynch has great expectations after Chase Young trade

Published Wed, 25 Dec 2024 17:10:24 GMT

SANTA CLARA — Chase Young played an astonishing 75 snaps in Washington’s only win over its past six games.Young had never played so many snaps in a game until that Oct. 15 victory at Atlanta, and he did so on a rebuilt right knee that was severely injured two years ago.All of which is to say: Young appears healthy enough to not only rush quarterbacks, but play as a full-time defensive end and make an impact for the 49ers, who agreed to a trade for him Tuesday.Young still must pass a physical for the deal to go through, with a 2024 compensatory third-round pick going to the Commanders in return.“I’m like you, I kept turning on the tape — 75, 64, those are a lot of snaps. The proof is what’s translating on the field,” general manager John Lynch said on a Wednesday morning conference call. “He’s been playing a lot, and looking really good.“There’s preliminary medical stuff where they send medical files, then the last step is flying out here tod...

Stanford again hits the road, which has been friendlier than home in 2023

Published Wed, 25 Dec 2024 17:10:24 GMT

Five Pac-12 teams have winning road records this season: No. 5 Washington, No. 6 Oregon, No. 18 Utah, No. 24 USC – and Stanford, which sits at the bottom of the conference standings.While the Cardinal (2-6, 1-5) has lost all five of its home games, including a game against FCS team Sacramento State, it is 2-1 on the road, with wins over Hawaii and Colorado.It’s a continuation of a four-year trend – since 2019, Stanford is 3-15 at home and 9-10 on the road, including wins at Washington, Notre Dame, Southern Cal and UCLA.The Cardinal looks to continue its success away from home Saturday at Washington State (6 p.m., Pac-12 Network).Coach Troy Taylor couldn’t pinpoint why the team has played so much better on the road.“You’re always kind of turning that over and trying to figure out if there’s something you do differently,” Taylor said. “We just tried to keep things as regular as possible.”The last time Stanford was on the road, in front of a sellout crowd at Colorado, the C...

Multiple boat fires break out at Oyster Point Marina in South SF, crews responding

Published Wed, 25 Dec 2024 17:10:24 GMT

(KRON) -- There are multiple boat fires at the Oyster Point Marina in South San Francisco Wednesday morning, according to the South San Francisco Fire Department. Multiple agencies are on the scene responding. Convicted felon arrested for firearm and cocaine after South SF police respond to fight Photos from the scene showed several boats engulfed in flames and large amounts of smoke emanating from the fires.There was no immediate word on injuries or potential causes for the fire.This is a developing story. Check back for updates.

Convicted felon arrested for firearm and cocaine after South SF police respond to fight

Published Wed, 25 Dec 2024 17:10:24 GMT

(KRON) -- One person was arrested Friday on drugs and weapons charges after South San Francisco police responded to a large fight. The fight broke out at an event on the 300 block of Baden Avenue on Friday, according to a tweet from the South San Francisco Police Department Wednesday. Man’s body found in suitcase floating in Lake Merritt Tuesday One of the suspects involved in the fight was a convicted felon, police said. A firearm and cocaine were found during a search and the suspect was arrested and booked.

SamTrans extends free on-demand transit service through end of year

Published Wed, 25 Dec 2024 17:10:24 GMT

(BCN) -- The San Mateo County Transit District is extending its free promotional period for its on-demand service through the end of the year, the agency said Tuesday.The Ride Plus program offers on-demand public transit for people living in Half Moon Bay, El Granada, East Palo Alto and the Belle Haven area of Menlo Park.Originally set to expire at the end of October, the program will now be extended through Dec. 31.According to SamTrans, Ride Plus saw steady ridership growth of its microtransit vans in East Palo Alto and Belle Haven.Ride Plus has recently approached nearly 2,800 trips per month, marking a steep increase from its first full month of service back in June and July. 7-year-old trick-or-treater injured in Berkeley hit-and-run Starting Jan. 1, Ride Plus adult one-way fares will be $2.25 if paying with cash and $2.05 for those using Clipper. Youth and eligible discount fares will be $1.10 for cash and $1.00 with Clipper. Passes are also accepted. Fares are per person an...

Boy, 11, reported missing in San Francisco has been located

Published Wed, 25 Dec 2024 17:10:24 GMT

SAN FRANCISCO (KRON) -- An 11-year-old boy who was reported missing Tuesday has been found, according to the San Francisco Police Department.Lemichael Humphrey was last seen at about 7:50 a.m. Monday at an unspecified location near his home, police said. Police are considering him "at-risk" due to preexisting medical conditions. Thieves who appear to rob elderly San Jose couple caught on camera He is 5-foot-4, 105 pounds with black hair and brown eyes. He was last seen wearing a black sweatshirt with a hood and a purple Adidas logo, a light blue t-shirt, blue sweatpants and blue Vans shoes. Lemichael Humphrey (SFPD)According to police, Lemichael frequently rides Muni and BART in Downtown San Francisco and goes to the Metreon at 4th Street and Mission Street."Lemichael Humphrey has been located!" SFPD tweeted on Wednesday. "Thank you to those who assisted in spreading our alert."

Cuban-Chilean decathlete Ford embraces his new nation after gold medal at Pan American Games

Published Wed, 25 Dec 2024 17:10:24 GMT

SANTIAGO, Chile (AP) — As Chilean decathlete Santiago Ford neared the finish line of the 1,500-meter race of his sport’s program at the Pan American Games, he slowed his pace, stretched his arms to his sides and ended the race with a walk, just like he did four years ago to enter the Andean nation seeking a better life.A Chilean national since last year, the Cuban-born Ford won the Pan American gold in decathlon at the Santiago’s National Stadium in front of about 30,000 fans.Ford flew from Cuba to Guyana in September 2018, took a boat to Brazil, crossed the country to get to Peru and entered Chile’s north. He then followed train tracks in the middle of the Atacama Desert to reach the capital, Santiago.Ford felt starving and thirsty, but he managed to reach his destination.“When it got to the finishing line I slowed, it wasn’t because I wanted to. Suddenly I remembered when I was walking through the desert at 5 a.m., stalled in the middle of nowhere, without ...