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KBR: Q1 Earnings Snapshot

Published Sun, 24 Nov 2024 21:06:32 GMT

HOUSTON (AP) — HOUSTON (AP) — KBR Inc. (KBR) on Monday reported first-quarter earnings of $86 million.The Houston-based company said it had profit of 56 cents per share. Earnings, adjusted for non-recurring costs, were 67 cents per share.The results beat Wall Street expectations. The average estimate of seven analysts surveyed by Zacks Investment Research was for earnings of 58 cents per share.The the engineering, construction company posted revenue of $1.7 billion in the period, which also topped Street forecasts. Four analysts surveyed by Zacks expected $1.62 billion.KBR expects full-year earnings in the range of $2.76 to $2.96 per share, with revenue in the range of $6.9 billion to $7.1 billion._____This story was generated by Automated Insights (http://automatedinsights.com/ap) using data from Zacks Investment Research. Access a Zacks stock report on KBR at https://www.zacks.com/ap/KBRSource

Strikeouts not enough for slumping White Sox pitchers

Published Sun, 24 Nov 2024 21:06:32 GMT

The Chicago White Sox are showing so far that strikeouts aren’t everything.Chicago’s pitching staff leads the major leagues with 10.17 strikeouts per nine innings. The White Sox also have a team ERA of 5.96 — only Oakland is worse at the moment. Those pitching woes are a big reason Chicago has been perhaps baseball’s most disappointing team to this point. The White Sox pulled off a dramatic 12-9 win over Tampa Bay on Sunday, but they’d lost 10 in a row prior to that, and even after the victory they are 8-21.Fangraphs.com gives Chicago just a 4% chance of making the playoffs, even in a manageable AL Central. The White Sox have already allowed at least 12 runs in a game five times.In some ways, the White Sox are a reflection of their ace pitcher. Last year, Dylan Cease issued the most walks in the majors but still posted a 2.20 ERA and finished second in the Cy Young vote.This season, he’s 2-1 with a 4.15 ERA, and as a team, Chicago’s pitching is a ...

Las 5 cosas que debes saber este 1 de mayo: El FBI ofrece recompensa por el sospechoso de masacrar a 5 de sus vecinos en Texas

Published Sun, 24 Nov 2024 21:06:32 GMT

Sospechoso de masacre en Texas sigue prófugo. Violencia en Guayaquil. Ucrania alista su contraofensiva. El nuevo presidente de Paraguay. Además, lo que debes saber de la Met Gala de esta noche. Esto es lo que debes saber para comenzar el día. Primero la verdad.1. Todas las víctimas de la masacre en Texas eran de HondurasEl FBI colabora en la búsqueda del atacante acusado de disparar y matar a cinco personas –entre ellas un niño– en una casa de Cleveland, Texas, después de que sus vecinos le pidieran que dejara de disparar su rifle afuera, informaron las autoridades. Hay una recompensa de US$ 80.000 por información que permita su captura. Todas las víctimas eran de Honduras y CNN habló con la madre de una de ellas.Buscan al culpable de tiroteo masivo en Texas 1:462. Al menos 10 muertos en Guayaquil tras ataque armadoLa Fiscalía General de Ecuador inició una investigación de oficio por el asesinato de al menos 10 personas en un ataque armado que se registró al suroeste de Guayaquil. E...

2-year-old daughter of former Broncos player drowns after falling into pool, police say

Published Sun, 24 Nov 2024 21:06:32 GMT

TAMPA, Fla. (WFLA) – The youngest daughter of Tampa Bay Buccaneers linebacker Shaquil Barrett drowned after falling into a pool in Tampa Sunday morning, authorities confirmed. According to the Tampa Police Department, the incident occurred around 9:30 a.m. at a home in the Beach Park area. Police said Barrett's daughter, 2-year-old Arrayah, was transported to a nearby hospital. The police department said that despite emergency efforts, Arrayah died a short time later. Denver Broncos player arrested in Florida While police said this is an ongoing investigation, the incident is "not believed to be suspicious in nature at this time, but a purely accidental and tragic incident."Following the tragic news, the Tampa Bay Buccaneers released a statement on Twitter offering their condolences to Barrett's family."Today’s tragic news is heartbreaking for all members of the Buccaneers family. Our thoughts and prayers are with Shaq, Jordanna and the entire Barrett family during this unimagina...

Denver weather: Staying warm with isolated showers

Published Sun, 24 Nov 2024 21:06:32 GMT

DENVER (KDVR) — Temperatures in the 70s are here for the whole week with some isolated showers and storm chances in the Denver weather forecast.Weather today: Sunny skies and warmMonday begins the workweek with mainly sunny skies and warmer highs in the lower 70s. A spotty shower is possible in the afternoon and evening, mainly focused along the foothills. Skier killed in avalanche outside Breckenridge Pinpoint Weather: Daily forecast on May 1Weather tonight: A few cloudsSome clouds linger overnight with fairly clear skies. Winds will be light Monday night as temperatures dip into the lower 40s. Pinpoint Weather: Overnight forecast on May 1Looking ahead: Afternoon showers, stormsThe mild weather continues on Tuesday with highs in the middle 70s and better chances for some pop-up showers and storms in the afternoon. Air pollution on the Front Range has gotten worse, EPA downgrades status to ‘severe’ Highs reach the upper 70s on Wednesday with a few extra clouds.Pinpoint Weather ...

Safety tips for spring weather travel to the high country

Published Sun, 24 Nov 2024 21:06:32 GMT

ESTES PARK, Colo. (KDVR) — Beautiful spring temperatures entice visitors from across the nation and the world to seek the wonder of Rocky Mountain National Park.“I can just wear a T-shirt and there’s snow out,” said one visitor from California.While some are happy to stay in their cars while viewing majestic mountains and astonishing wildlife, others aim to hike on snowy pathways through the forest.“The contrast between seeing the lake and the snow was so beautiful,” said one enthusiastic hiker visiting from Virginia.Park officials told FOX31 that recent storms have left Bear Lake trails with five to six feet of snow. Hikers are advised to come prepared with the right equipment. This Denver restaurant will close after 50 years in business “We brought micro spikes which is probably the best thing we could have brought,” said one hiker who took time to rest near the lake after a strenuous trek across the area.Bear Lake’s altitude is 9,475 feet. Park rangers recommend the use of sno...

Denver restaurant closes after 50 years in business

Published Sun, 24 Nov 2024 21:06:32 GMT

DENVER (KDVR) -- Piccolo Italian and Mexican restaurant has been open for over five decades. However, on Sunday, the restaurant closed for good.Piccolo announced in a message last month that the restaurant's last day would be April 30. Blake Street Tavern closing after 20 years in Denver Here is a goodbye note Piccolo posted on its website:From our first day in business we have been committed to providing great food and great service at a great price. Throughout those years so many of you have become dear friends, loved ones, and supporters of Piccolo. It’s because of you we have been able to hold to that commitment and achieve our dream of being a neighborhood staple. There will never be enough words to thank you for that.It is with heavy hearts we have made the impossibly difficult decision to let Piccolo go. The years of great memories made will remain forever, but our time in southeast Denver has come to an end. This decision is not made hastily. Our staff’s wellbeing and our ...

Cron powers Rockies to 12-4 win over Diamondbacks

Published Sun, 24 Nov 2024 21:06:32 GMT

DENVER (AP) — C.J. Cron had three hits, including a three-run homer, Austin Gomber gave up one run over six innings and the Colorado Rockies beat the Arizona Diamondbacks 12-4 on Sunday to snap a seven-game home losing streak.With the win, the last-place Rockies avoided both their third sweep of the young season and tying the worst 29-game start in franchise history. The 12 runs were the most this season for Colorado, which came into the day with the fifth fewest runs in the majors.“That’s what we need from (Cron) and others,” Rockies manager Bud Black said. “It’s going to take our big boys. That’s why they’re big boys.” Avs lose 2-1 against Kraken in Game 7 Cron’s team-leading sixth home run of the season was the catalyst for a four-run third inning that gave Colorado the lead and broke the game open. Led by three-consecutive doubles to open up the inning, the Rockies tacked on another four runs in the sixth to stretch their lead to 10-1 and effectively seal the victory.After ear...

2-year-old found wandering alone in Miramar’s Riviera Isles community

Published Sun, 24 Nov 2024 21:06:32 GMT

A 2-year-old child was found wandering alone in the Riviera Isles community early Monday morning, according to local authorities. Authorities found her around 3 a.m. and she is currently in good health and speaks Spanish.Miramar Police are requesting the public’s assistance in identifying the child, who was found wandering without adult supervision. Anyone with information should contact the Miramar Police Department at 954-602-4000. Please check back on WSVN.com and 7News for more details on this developing story.

Crash injuring 2 in Davie leads to road closures, air rescue helicopter landing

Published Sun, 24 Nov 2024 21:06:32 GMT

A crash that has injured two people in Broward County has resulted in road closures and an air rescue helicopter landing on the road to transport a victim to the hospital. The incident happened at University Drive and Griffin Road, according to the Davie Police Department.Video footage captured the air rescue helicopter on the road. One of the drivers involved in the two-vehicle crash suffered serious injuries and is being airlifted to the hospital. The second victim is being transported by fire rescue.Authorities said the northbound lanes between Griffin Road and Orange Drive have been closed. Additionally, the eastbound and westbound lanes of Griffin Road have been shut down, with the westbound lanes closed between University Drive and Southwest 82nd Avenue and the eastbound lanes closed between University Drive and Southwest 76th Avenue.As police continue to investigate the scene, drivers are being advised to avoid the area and find alternate routes. Morning commuters can only tr...