Kurtenbach: Grading the 49ers’ Day 3 picks, overall draft

Let’s all take a deep breath and grab a beer. The draft is over — we have ourselves a roster in Santa Clara. Here’s who the Niners took on Day 3 and what I think of the picks. And ultimately, what I think of the team’s 2024 draft: Round 4 No. 124 overall: Malik Mustafa, S, Wake Forest The No. 3 safety on my board, Mustafa is the kind of instinctual playmaker that can change a defense at all three levels. A powerful hitter, Mustafa will be great in the run game. But don’t sleep on his coverage ability — he’s one of the best in this class at turning his hips and covering the deep routes. If someone gets behind him, the play isn’t over. I’ll plant my flag: Mustafa will challenge for the starting strong safety spot in Week 1. Grade: A Round 4 No. 129 overall: Isaac Guerendo, RB, Louisville Related Articles San Francisco 49ers | 49ers draft recap: Shanahan, Lynch embrace better depth for NFC title defense San Francisco 49ers | 49ers’ 2024 NFL Draft capsules San Francisco 49ers | Menlo-Atherton’s

A’s allow three homers, are stymied by ex-teammate in loss to Baltimore

BALTIMORE — Oakland A’s manager Mark Kotsay has already seen these impressive performances from left-handed starter Cole Irvin. Irvin, who won a combined 19 games in 2021 and 2022 with Oakland, was at his best again Saturday. He allowed just four hits over seven scoreless innings to lead the Baltimore Orioles to a 7-0 win over the A’s to even the three-game series. “His location was great today,” Kotsay said of Irvin, who, with pitching prospect Kyle Virbitsky, was traded to the Orioles in Jan. 2023 for infielder Darell Hernaiz. “The front door two-seamer was locking the righties up a lot. He was jamming guys with his cutter. “He had a good mix. Pitched great. Sometimes you’ve got to tip your cap.” Meanwhile, A’s starter JP Sears gave up home runs to Adley Rutschman and Ryan Mountcastle on successive pitches in the fifth inning. Gunnar Henderson also went deep for the AL East-leading Orioles, who emphatically bounced back from a 3-2, 10-inning loss to Oakland in the series opener Friday night. Baltimore has now gone 100 straight regular-season series of at least two games without

Tehama County residents arrested in alleged Redding sex trafficking sting

REDDING — A Redding Police Department operation to bust alleged sex trafficking resulted in the arrest of several individuals, including two people from Tehama County. RPD said their detective, over the last week, conducted an undercover operation within city limits.  The goal of the operation was to investigate possible human trafficking suspects and target those who negotiated to meet with juveniles for sexual acts. Detectives worked in an undercover capacity to pose as an underaged juvenile on different internet platforms. The following individuals were arrested for charges related to arranging to meet a minor to engage in lewd or lascivious acts: – Anthony Stefani, 33, of Gerber -Saul Padilla Garcia, 55, of Corning -Lo Saelee, 44, of Anderson -Darin Vasquez, 54, of Redding -Tyson Bellach, 35, of Willow Creek RPD said these individuals were transported and booked into the Shasta County Jail. The agency added it has zero tolerance for human trafficking and will investigate those who attempt to target and victimize juveniles.

49ers draft safety Mustapha via Trey Lance pick; running back Guerendo, receiver Cowing added

SANTA CLARA — The 49ers wrapped up their eight-man draft class Saturday, with five spots reserved for offensive depth and the other three assigned to defensive reinforcements. Safety Malik Mustapha was their first pick on Day 3, and he enters team lore as the player drafted with the fourth-round selection acquired for quarterback Trey Lance in last August’s trade with the Dallas Cowboys. Speaking of trades, the 49ers dealt a pair of fifth-round picks to the New York Jets to move up for Louisville running back Isaac Guerendo, then they closed out the fourth round by picking Arizona wide receiver Jacob Cowing. The 49ers picked up another interior offensive lineman this draft by deploying their sixth-round pick on Jarrett Kingston, an Anderson native who played at USC last year after five years at Washington State. The 49ers’ final pick (always worth charting, thanks to Brock Purdy) was … linebacker Tatum Bethune, of Florida State, in the seventh round (No. 251 overall. S MALIK MUSTAPHA Mustapha, selected 124th overall, adds depth to a spot needing bodies, including as insurance for starter Talanoa Hufanga as he returns

Harvey Weinstein hospitalized after his return to New York from upstate prison, lawyer says

New York appeals court overturned Harvey Weinstein’s 2020 rape conviction on Thursday By BY LARRY NEUMEISTER Saturday, April 27, 2024 7:28PM ABC7 Bay Area 24/7 live stream Stream local breaking news and original programming, live 24/7, from ABC7 Bay Area. NEW YORK — Harvey Weinstein’s lawyer said Saturday that the onetime movie mogul has been hospitalized for a battery of tests after his return to New York City following an appeals court ruling nullifying his 2020 rape conviction. Attorney Arthur Aidala said Weinstein was moved to Bellevue Hospital in Manhattan after his arrival on Friday to city jails. “They examined him and sent him to Bellevue. It seems like he needs a lot of help, physically. He’s got a lot of problems. He’s getting all kinds of tests. He’s somewhat of a train wreck health wise,” Aidala said. A message left with the hospital was not immediately returned Saturday. Frank Dwyer, a spokesperson with the New York City Department of Correction, said in an email that Weinstein remains in custody at Bellevue. A message seeking comment with state corrections officials was not immediately returned. On

Man arrested after DUI crash through fence of a Fresno County home

Saturday, April 27, 2024 7:13PM The California Highway Patrol arrested a man for driving under the influence in Fresno County on Friday night. FRESNO COUNTY, Calif. (KFSN) — The California Highway Patrol arrested a man for driving under the influence in Fresno County on Friday night. Officers responded to a home near McCall and Bullard Avenues just after 11:30 p.m., where a man crashed through the fence of the house. CHP says the man arrested was driving a Ford F-150 South on McCall at high speed and tried passing another driver by going into the northbound lane. They say he drove off the road into the fence of a home. He was taken to the hospital with moderate to major injuries. No one else was injured in the crash. Copyright © 2024 KFSN-TV. All Rights Reserved.

Thousands celebrate “Heroes Among Us” at the 110th Clovis Rodeo Parade

Saturday, April 27, 2024 7:10PM Clovis Rodeo Parade happening Saturday in Old Town Clovis CLOVIS, Calif. (KFSN) — Thousands of people enjoyed watching the 110th Clovis Rodeo Parade in Old Town Clovis, the second largest parade in California. The parade kicked off at 9:30 a.m. on Saturday along Pollasky and Clovis Avenues. This year’s theme of the parade is “Heroes Among Us” as a way to honor and celebrate local heroes, including first responders, military personnel, and volunteers. Floats, horses, local marching bands, and much more on the route help celebrate the community’s Western heritage. Copyright © 2024 KFSN-TV. All Rights Reserved.

Hamas is reviewing an Israeli proposal for a cease-fire in Gaza, as a planned Rafah offensive looms

CAIRO — Hamas said Saturday that it was reviewing a new Israeli proposal for a cease-fire in Gaza, as Egypt intensified efforts to broker a deal to end the months-long war and stave off a planned Israeli ground offensive into the southern city of Rafah. Senior Hamas official Khalil al-Hayya gave no details of Israel’s offer, but said it was in response to a proposal from Hamas two weeks ago. Negotiations earlier this month centered on a six-week cease-fire proposal and the release of 40 civilian and sick hostages in exchange for freeing hundreds of Palestinian prisoners in Israeli jails. Hamas’ statement came hours after a high-level Egyptian delegation wrapped up a visit to Israel where it discussed a “new vision” for a prolonged cease-fire in Gaza, according to an Egyptian official, who spoke on condition of anonymity to freely discuss the developments. It wasn’t immediately clear whether Israel’s new proposal was directly related to Friday’s visit by Egyptian mediators. SEE ALSO | Northwestern University students continue pro-Palestinian protest with encampment on Deering Meadow The discussions between Egyptian and Israeli officials focused on the first

Housing to crypto to wellness: How California fares in 20 national rankings

We live in a ranking age with lists of “best” and “worst” and “in-between” touching every slice of life, industry and geography. Some of these scorecards are based on polling. Others are data-based, trying to decipher government or business stats. And some are simply opinions – individual or consensus. Yes, these rankings can be discussion starters – whether for policy debate or just plain fun. Before the chats get too intense, be aware that the creation of these grades is far more art than statistical science. I’m bemused at the wave of state-vs.-state rankings that flow into my inbox at work. Most of these scorecards are not created to advance societal conversations. Rather, they’re promoted in hopes of generating online attention for a company that likely paid somebody to create “best/worst state” buzz. Not that these state grades themselves aren’t interesting. So, I waded through my inbox to find 20 rankings for California that might intrigue somebody. 20 scorecards No. 1 spending per capita on clothing and footwear, according to shopping stats tracked for QR Code Generator. No. 2 costliest housing gap – average wage

Saturday Sessions: Charley Crockett performs “$10 Cowboy”

A descendent of American folk hero Davey Crockett, Charley Crockett was raised in a Texas trailer park. He bought his first guitar in a pawn shop and taught himself how to play it. In 2015, he started releasing records independently. Fourteen albums later, Crockett has established himself as one of the leaders in traditional country music’s revival. With the title track from his new album, here is Charley Crockett with “$10 Cowboy.”

Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs files motion to dismiss some claims in sexual assault lawsuit

Joi Dickerson-Deal says Combs “intentionally drugged” her, sexually assaulted her after date in 1991 Saturday, April 27, 2024 2:25PM ABC7 Chicago 24/7 Stream Live streaming newscasts, breaking news, weather & original, local programming. LOS ANGELES — Lawyers for Sean “Diddy” Combs pushed back against a woman’s lawsuit that accused him of sexual assault, filing a motion on Friday to dismiss some claims that were not under law when the alleged incident occurred. The motion filed in a New York court claims Combs cannot be sued because certain laws didn’t exist when Joi Dickerson-Deal made the allegations against him in 1991. The music mogul’s lawyers want certain statues from Dickerson-Deal’s claims such as revenge porn and human trafficking to be dismissed with prejudice. In a filing last year, she said Combs “intentionally drugged” her then brought her home and sexually assaulted her after a date in Harlem when she was a 19-year-old college student. Without her knowledge, Combs videotaped the assault and later shared it with several friends in the music industry, the suit alleges. He denied the allegations, accusing her of seeking to exploit the

The Uplift: An angel officer

A police officer becomes a guardian angel for a little girl struggling at school. A New Jersey toddler goes viral for the way she speaks, bringing joy and laughs to millions. A 7-year-old makes history at the rodeo. Plus, more inspiring stories.

NFL Draft: With Aiyuk, Deebo still in the fold, 49ers look to add Day 3 pieces to roster

SANTA CLARA — Now comes the hard part for 49ers general manager John Lynch and coach Kyle Shanahan to add a handful of rookies on the third day of the NFL Draft that may actually have a chance of making the team. Some of them will, some of them won’t. Or will at least spend time on the practice squad, which Shanahan takes seriously as if they were actually on the 53-man roster. So far, the 49ers have added three players to the roster — Florida wide receiver Ricky Pearsall Jr., Florida State corner Renardo Green and Kansas guard Dominick Puni. Barring injury, they’ll make the team. Everything else is up for grabs. Green and Puni were picked on Friday, and all we know for sure is Green considers himself a “dog” in terms of want-to and Puni, although listed as a tackle by the NFL Network, is an interior lineman who is versatile enough to play anywhere on the line. A potential slot corner to get Deommodore Lenoir back outside and a lineman who won’t solve the future issue of Trent Williams’ retirement but