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Concert review: Guitarist John Frusciante saves otherwise dreary Red Hot Chili Peppers concert

Published Sun, 29 Dec 2024 11:58:25 GMT

Just because three of the four Red Hot Chili Peppers are now in their 60s, that doesn’t mean they’ve grown up.After all, manic bassist Flea handstand-walked his way onto the U.S. Bank Stadium stage Saturday night and proceeded to perform the show clad in nothing more than sneakers and a purple skirt.But for all the forced wackiness of RHCP, their concerts tend to be darker and gloomier than one might expect, and Saturday was no different with an odd, stilted pace and a rough sound mix that buried the vocals in mountains of bass.The big news these days is the return of guitarist John Frusciante, who played on the band’s biggest albums and is now in his third run with the guys. The show opened with Frusciante, Flea and drummer Chad Smith tearing through an instrumental jam. And Frusciante was clearly having the time of his life, thrashing away at his six-string while trying to keep up with Flea’s fast fingers. It set the pace for a show filled with extended sol...

Two officers killed following traffic stop in Wisconsin, DOJ says

Published Sun, 29 Dec 2024 11:58:25 GMT

An investigation is underway after police say two officers were killed during a traffic stop in Cameron, Wis. where gunfire was exchanged, according to a news release from the state’s Department of Justice.The incident occurred Saturday afternoon at approximately 3:38 p.m. in Barron County when a Chetek police officer was conducting a traffic stop.After the shots were fired, one Chetek police officer and one Cameron police officer were pronounced dead at the scene. The other person involved was taken to a hospital but later died, per the release.The Division of Criminal Investigation is reviewing evidence, and says there is no ongoing threat to the community.Related ArticlesCrime & Public Safety | Police investigate fatal Battle Creek shooting Crime & Public Safety | Firkus jurors speak out: How they decided in hours that husband killed Heidi Crime & Public Safety | Charges upgraded against Ely college student who mowed do...

Loons’ unbeaten start ends in 2-1 loss to Chicago Fire and Kei Kamara

Published Sun, 29 Dec 2024 11:58:25 GMT

Minnesota United’s record went to five and oh no on Saturday.After a five-match unbeaten start to 2023, the Loons gave up multiple goals for the first time this year in a 2-1 loss to Chicago Fire at Soldier Field.Minnesota (3-1-2) had won three straight road games, but their franchise-record-tying form on the road was ended by Chicago (2-1-3), which had three home draws to open the season.Minnesota had been getting results while operating in narrow margins; and they came up well short Saturday.“Our first-half performance was the worst we’ve played all season,” manager Adrian Heath said. “I thought we were second-best in every department. Individually, I think they bossed us in the first half all over the field.”When the Loons traded for Kei Kamara in the summer of 2020, there was a gentleman’s agreement he wouldn’t play against his former team, Colorado Rapids, that season.MNUFC could have used a similar setup Saturday, as the 38-year-old forward scored...

Northwestern offense overpowers Danes after competitive first half

Published Sun, 29 Dec 2024 11:58:25 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- With just under two minutes remaining in the first half, the University at Albany women's lacrosse team trailed Northwestern, the No. 2 team in the country, by only two goals Saturday night at John Fallon Field. But after an inspired first 28 minutes of action, the Wildcats simply proved to be too potent on offense, and eventually pulled away from the Great Danes, who fell 21-11.Key StatsSarah Falk scored four goals and added one assistGrace McCauley scored three goals with one assistKatie Pascale scored once with two assists and seven drawsHaley Phalines won nine drawsHead Coach Katie Thomson: "That was an unbelievable game.  Such an exciting game from start to finish.  Our players battled so hard, and we are so proud of their effort.  We had so many great plays and we couldn't be prouder."How it HappenedFor the first time in history, the University at Albany women's lacrosse program welcomed Northwestern to John...

Rockies’ rally comes up short in 7-6 loss to Nationals at Coors Field

Published Sun, 29 Dec 2024 11:58:25 GMT

The Rockies rocked LoDo Saturday night with a four-run ninth inning.Alas, the rally fizzled when Carl Edwards struck out Kris Bryant with two men on base, leaving the Rockies as 7-6 losers in front of 34,503 fans at Coors Field.The Rockies, losers of five of their last six games on the heels of a 2-0 start, got another shaky performance from a starting pitcher and received a pedestrian performance from their offense until Mike Moustakas crushed a two-run homer to right field in the ninth. It was Moustakas’ first homer in a Rockies uniform.That set the fuse for Colorado’s rally, which included a two-run single by pinch-hitter Elias Diaz. But it was too little, too late.“Obviously we did come up a little bit short but we battled all the way until the end,” said Moustakas, who hit his homer after a 10-pitch at-bat against lefty Anthony Banda. “It was a lot of fun, even though we did lose. But it kind of sets the tone for the rest of the season for us. Ther...

1 person injured after shooting on I-880 near Fremont: CHP

Published Sun, 29 Dec 2024 11:58:25 GMT

(KRON) -- One person is injured after a shooting on Highway 880 Saturday night near Fremont, according to California Highway Patrol. The unidentified victim was taken to the hospital; their condition is unknown at this time. Victim with life-threatening injuries after shooting in San Jose All the southbound lanes near the Mission Boulevard exit were closed earlier but have reopened as of 8:30 p.m., CHP said. No other information was immediately available. This story will be updated at KRON4 learns more. Bay City News contributed to this report.

Trout’s 3-run homer powers Angels’ rally past Toronto, 9-5

Published Sun, 29 Dec 2024 11:58:25 GMT

ANAHEIM, Calif. (AP) — Mike Trout hit a three-run homer in the fifth inning, and the Los Angeles Angels roared back from a four-run deficit for a 9-5 victory over the Toronto Blue Jays on Saturday night.Shohei Ohtani doubled and scored in the fourth before Trout capped a four-run rally in the fifth by homering in his second straight game for the Angels, who have won five of seven. Hunter Renfroe hit his first homer for the Angels and drove in three runs, while Luis Rengifo also homered in the fifth.Bo Bichette and Matt Chapman hit two-run homers in the third for the Blue Jays, whose four-game winning streak ended. George Springer also homered, but it was Toronto’s only run in the final six innings.Anthony Rendon had two singles and drove in a run in the Angels’ $245 million third baseman’s return from a four-game suspension for a confrontation with a fan in Oakland last week.Tyler Anderson yielded three homers and five runs in his home debut with the Angels, failin...

Kamara’s brace sends Chicago past Minnesota United 2-1

Published Sun, 29 Dec 2024 11:58:25 GMT

CHICAGO (AP) — Kei Kamara had a brace by halftime to spark the Chicago Fire to a 2-1 victory over Minnesota United on Saturday night.Kamara scored unassisted in the 24th minute to give Chicago (2-1-3) the lead. Kamara took a pass from Arnaud Souquet and scored again 12 minutes later to put the Fire up 2-0 at halftime.Kamara, who played for Minnesota United in 2020, has scored 74 of his 142 career goals against his former teams.Kervin Arriaga scored unassisted in the 57th minute for Minnesota United (3-1-2), which was trying to become the second team in league history to win four straight road matches at the start of a season. The New York Red Bulls set the record at five last season.Chicago had a 14-10 advantage in shots, but Minnesota United had a 6-2 edge in shots on goal.Chris Brady finished with five saves for Chicago. Dayne St. Clair did not save a shot for Minnesota United.Chicago improved to 2-3-1 all-time versus Minnesota United, with the Fire’s other win in the series...

Bruins beat Devils 2-1, match NHL record with 62nd win

Published Sun, 29 Dec 2024 11:58:25 GMT

BOSTON (AP) — Now that they are on the verge of the NHL wins record, the Boston Bruins aren’t afraid to say they’re going for it. “I think it’s an incredible accomplishment,” forward Taylor Hall said Saturday night after the Bruins tied an NHL record with their 62nd victory of the season. “And it’s OK to say that.”Pavel Zacha scored twice in the the first five minutes, and the Presidents’ Trophy-winning Bruins held on to beat the New Jersey Devils 2-1 for their fifth straight victory and their 12th in 13 tries.Boston has three games left to try to top the record for regular-season wins set by the 1995-96 Red Wings and matched by the 2018-19 Lightning. Neither of those teams went on to win the Stanley Cup, and the Bruins insist that that remains their ultimate goal.But coach Jim Montgomery also said that trying to win their remaining games can help them stay sharp for what they hope will be a long postseason run. “Anytime you’re talking about putting you...

Marner sets career high with 98 points, Maple Leafs roll

Published Sun, 29 Dec 2024 11:58:25 GMT

TORONTO (AP) — Mitch Marner had two goals and an assist to reach a career-high 98 points for the season, helping the Toronto Maple Leafs rout the Montreal Canadiens 7-1 on Saturday night.“We were really connected,” Toronto coach Sheldon Keefe said. “We were in control of the game and didn’t really do anything to jeopardize that.”John Tavares scored twice, Auston Matthews had a goal and three assists and William Nylander and Michael Bunting also scored. Ilya Samsonov made 20 saves, and Ryan O’Reilly and Erik Gustafsson each had three assists.Marner is two points shy of becoming the fourth player in franchise history to reach 100 points, joining Darryl Sittler (twice), Doug Gilmour (twice) and Auston Matthews (once).“Definitely a cool thing,” Marner said. “Try not to focus on stuff like that. But it’s hard when you’re this close.”With goaltender Matt Murray still out with a head injury, the Maple Leafs signed University of Toronto netminder Jett Alexander to an amateur tryout contract...