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San Francisco 5th 'rattiest' city in the US, according to Orkin

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 13:16:55 GMT

(KTLA) -- When you think of rat-infested cities, dense metropolitan areas on the East Coast might first come to mind. However, according to pest control giant Orkin, San Francisco also has a serious problem with the troublesome rodents.Orkin has released its annual list of America’s “rattiest” cities, and the City by the Bay landed in the number five spot.Chicago was number one for the ninth consecutive year. Los Angeles was No. 2, San Diego was No. 28 and Sacramento was 33rd.The rankings, Orkin says, are not based on the number of rats in the city or any official count (as if that were possible), but instead are drawn from “the number of new rodent services” - meaning how often they're called to deal with rat infestation.“Rodents multiply swiftly and when an infestation is left unattended, they can cause extensive damage to homes and yards,” Ben Hottel, an Orkin entomologist, said in a news release announcing the 2023 list. “Rats are capable of squeezing into spaces through ho...

Santa Clara deputies arrest man illegally building table in parking lot on firearm, drug charges

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 13:16:55 GMT

(KRON) -- A man who police say was illegally building a table in the parking lot of a San Jose light rail station was arrested on weapons and drug charges, according to the Santa Clara County Sheriff's Office. Santa Clara Sheriff's Deputy Mohamed was conducting a patrol check of the Snell Light Rail Station when he encountered a man who was illegally parked and building a table, police said. Alaska Airlines plane diverted to Portland Airport after ‘credible threat’ The deputy cited the man for illegal parking and admonished him for trespassing. When the man refused to leave after a substantial amount of time, he was arrested for trespassing.While arresting the man, officers found a stolen, loaded firearm, a methamphetamine pipe and a slim jim, according to police. The suspect was arrested for possession of a loaded firearm, possession of a stolen firearm, trespassing and possession of drug paraphernalia.The sheriff's office did not provide the date or time that the incident occurred.

MATCHDAY: United hosts Copenhagen in first home game since Charlton’s death. Madrid visits Braga

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 13:16:55 GMT

A look at what’s happening in European soccer on Tuesday:GROUP AOld Trafford is set for an emotional evening as Manchester United hosts FC Copenhagen in the first match at the stadium since the death of Bobby Charlton, one of United’s greatest players. Charlton died Saturday and there will be tributes to the late England international ahead of the game. United is looking to win its first points in the group after losing the opening two games, to Bayern Munich and Galatasaray. Bayern Munich heads to Turkey looking for its 16th win in a row in Champions League group-stage games. Midfielder Leon Goretzka did not travel with the squad Monday after fracturing his hand in the win over Mainz on Saturday and other absentees include forward Serge Gnabry, who remains out with an arm injury, and defender Dayot Upamecano. Galatasaray is coming off a surprise 3-2 win over United but has concerns over its star forward Mauro Icardi. He scored both goals in a 2-1 win over Besiktas on Saturday...

Review: ‘Goosebumps’ series hits Hulu and Disney+ just in time for Halloween

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 13:16:55 GMT

toggle audio on and off change volume download audio WTOP's Jason Fraley reviews 'Goosebumps' on Hulu and Disney+ (Part 1) $(function () { $('.wtop-audio-container .fa-play').on('click', function(){ var audio_filename = $('div.wtop-audio-file').data("mp3-url"); ga('send', 'event', 'Audio', 'play', audio_filename); }); }); If you grew up in the ’90s, you probably ran your fingers over the bumpy logo of a “Goosebumps” book cover before reading the scary teen books in bed under the covers with a flashlight. A poster for the ne...

Judge orders release of man who was accused of plotting ISIS-inspired truck attacks near DC

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 13:16:55 GMT

FILE - The Metrorail station at Dulles International Airport is seen on Nov. 2, 2022, in Chantilly, Va., with the terminal in the background. A man charged in 2019 with planning an Islamic State-inspired attack at a Washington, D.C., area shopping and entertainment complex has pleaded guilty in a separate plot to drive a stolen van into a crowd at the Virginia airport that was aborted. Rondell Henry of Germantown, Md., is to be sentenced Oct. 23, 2023, in federal court in connection with a 2019 plot at Dulles International Airport. (AP Photo/Matthew Barakat, File)(AP/Matthew Barakat) FILE - The Metrorail station at Dulles International Airport is seen on Nov. 2, 2022, in Chantilly, Va., with the terminal in the background. A man charged in 2019 with planning an Is...

Bright meteor caught on camera in Aurora

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 13:16:55 GMT

DENVER (KDVR) -- On Saturday morning, an at-home video caught a bright meteor that was part of the Orionids meteor shower. The Orionids occur from Sept. 26 to Nov. 22, peaking on Oct. 21, when this video was captured. During the peak, it's estimated that you can see approximately 23 meteors per hour in moonless skies, according to NASA Science. NASA predicts large asteroid impact could be in Earth’s future The video was captured at 6:08 a.m. Saturday morning in Aurora near 225 and Iliff. In the video, the meteor can be seen brightly streaking across the sky for a few seconds. FOX31 Pinpoint Weather Meteorologist Kylie Bearse explains that this video captures the meteor burning up in the atmosphere over Colorado.The Orionids are known to be some of the brightest meteors, and they travel fast - about 148,000 mph, according to NASA. It's often considered one of the most beautiful meteor showers. FOX31 Weather: View the latest Denver forecasts, maps and radar While the peak has pas...

Can landlords ban certain dog breeds in Colorado?

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 13:16:55 GMT

DENVER (KDVR) -- Searching for an apartment in Denver can be tough, and it doesn't get any easier when you add in a furry friend or two.You might only look at a few areas in town that are close to dog parks or even have to forgo a few places because the pet deposit and rent don't fit into your budget. Tenants unite to protest high rent as construction boom continues Still, after a long search, you finally find the perfect place for you and your best friend only to see that the building only allows small dogs or has a ban on your dog's breed.Can landlords ban certain dog breeds?No law in Colorado stops landlords from banning or restricting certain dog breeds or sizes.That means landlords can place breed and size restrictions on their properties.These restrictions can range from a ban on any pets over 65 pounds to a ban on specific breeds such as Rottweilers or pit bulls. What rights do renters have in Colorado? Landlords can also place limits on how many pets a tenant can own, wi...

Sheriff: Fort Lauderdale man arrested for stealing Jeep in Florida Keys

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 13:16:55 GMT

STOCK ISLAND, Fla. (WSVN) – A 30-year-old Fort Lauderdale man was arrested on Sunday after he stole a Jeep from a marina on Stock Island, authorities said. Ross James Lund now faces charges of grand theft of a motor vehicle.The Monroe County Sheriff’s Office responded to the Hurricane Hole Restaurant, Bar & Marina around 1:30 p.m., regarding a stolen vehicle. The vehicle’s keys had reportedly been left inside. According to MCSO, witnesses observed Lund entering the Jeep and driving away. He allegedly told one witness that he needed to head to Miami and inquired about other vehicles in the parking lot.Shortly after, the Sheriff’s Office spotted the stolen Jeep traveling northbound on U.S. 1 near Mile Marker 29, with Lund as the sole occupant. Lund admitted to the theft and was taken into custody without any resistance.On Oct. 4, Lund was arrested on charges of trespassing at Key West International Airport.

BSO searching for 79-year-old woman last seen at FLL

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 13:16:55 GMT

The Broward Sheriff’s Office Missing Persons Unit is seeking the public’s assistance in locating a 79-year-old woman who was last seen at the Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport.Dieula Lafleur was last seen around 10:15 p.m. on Sunday, Oct. 22, near 300 Terminal Drive at FLL. She was wearing a blue dress at the time. Lafleur is described as weighing approximately 240 pounds and stands at 5 feet in height, with black hair and brown eyes. Authorities said her family has indicated that she has medical conditions that require medication, and she communicates only in Creole.Authorities urge anyone with information about Dieula Lafleur’s whereabouts to contact BSO Detective Chris Blankenship at 954-321-4268 or the BSO non-emergency number 954-764-HELP (4357).

Hamas frees two Israeli women as US advises delaying ground war to allow talks on captives

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 13:16:55 GMT

RAFAH, Gaza Strip (AP) — Hamas released two elderly Israeli women held hostage in Gaza on Monday, as the United States expressed increasing concern that the escalating Israel-Hamas war will spark a wider conflict in the region, including attacks on American troops.The death toll in Gaza was rising rapidly as Israel ramped up airstrikes, flattening residential buildings in what it says was preparation for an eventual ground assault. The United States advised Israel to delay an expected ground invasion to allow time to negotiate the release of more hostages..A third small aid convoy from Egypt entered Gaza, where the population of 2.3 million has been running out of food, water and medicine under Israel’s two-week seal. With Israel still barring entry of fuel, the U.N. said its distribution of aid would grind to a halt within days when it can no longer fuel its trucks. Gaza hospitals are struggling to keep generators running to power life-saving medical equipment and incubators for pr...