Former Stockton King Chance Comanche Confesses to Grisly Murder During Sex Date, Court Docs Say

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In local news, former Stockton Kings player Chance Comanche has confessed to a grisly murder during a sex date, according to court documents obtained by KCRA 3. Comanche, along with his former girlfriend, allegedly strangled a woman in Las Vegas as part of a murder plot disguised as a prostitution date. Police discovered the body of 23-year-old Maryana Rodgers in the Nevada desert after Comanche’s confession.

As for the weather, meteorologist Tamara Berg reports that Northern California is waking up to a cloudy start with scattered showers in some areas. Showers will continue throughout the day, with the possibility of heavier rain and isolated thunderstorms in the afternoon. Make sure to stay prepared and check for any weather updates throughout the day.

In Placer County, officials have announced that a man involved in a Tinder love triangle murder and torture case has been sentenced. Damon Allen Benson will face 71 years to life in prison for the crimes committed in 2021. A jury found him guilty of murder, torture, and mayhem charges in September.

The recent thunderstorm in Sacramento has resulted in the deaths of dozens of geese. California Department of Fish and Wildlife officials are investigating the cause of death for these migratory birds, primarily cackling and snow geese. The geese were found scattered throughout the city and county after the storm.

The Sacramento County Sheriff’s Office has released body camera footage of a chase that ended in officers fatally shooting a knife-wielding man. The man, identified as 36-year-old Zachary Wolffscott of Oakland, led deputies on a chase on Interstate 80, which resulted in an uninvolved motorcyclist being hit. The footage provides insight into the events leading up to the fatal shooting.

Lawmakers in California are questioning whether the reality of the state’s retail theft issue matches the perception. A lack of data, finger-pointing, and an under-resourced criminal justice system were discussed during a special hearing focused on the problem. Assemblyman Rick Zbur asked if the distinction between perception and reality matters.

In heartwarming news, first responders put on a light show for patients at Shriners Children’s Hospital in Sacramento. The event, called “Good Night Lights,” brought together agencies such as the Sacramento Police Department and the Sacramento Fire Department to spread holiday cheer to a group of about a dozen children. This marks the fifth year of the event, which takes place every Tuesday in December.

Moving on to national and international news, Hamas has announced that its top leader, Ismail Haniyeh, has arrived in Cairo for talks on the war in Gaza. Egypt and Qatar have played significant roles as mediators between Hamas and Israel since the war began. Haniyeh will reportedly discuss the ongoing conflict with Egyptian officials.

The Colorado Supreme Court has declared former President Donald Trump ineligible for the White House under the U.S. Constitution’s insurrection clause. As a result, Trump has been removed from the state’s presidential primary ballot. This decision sets the stage for a likely showdown in the nation’s highest court to determine whether he can remain in the race for the GOP nomination.

The Senate has swiftly confirmed 11 top-ranking military officers, ending a months-long blockade by Republican Senator Tommy Tuberville of Alabama. The military officials, including four-star generals, had their promotions and family livelihoods held up due to Tuberville’s protest against the Defense Department’s policy on abortion. The confirmation process was completed without debate.

Documents made public on Tuesday reveal that a 2021 federal raid on Rudy Giuliani’s home and office was spurred by suspicions of his involvement in seeking the removal of the U.S. ambassador to Ukraine. The raid was allegedly motivated, in part, by the prospect of a financial reward from a Ukrainian official. Giuliani, the former mayor of New York City, has faced scrutiny for his actions related to Ukraine.

Tragic news comes from New Jersey, where two TV news crew members were killed in a helicopter crash on Tuesday night. The crash occurred in a wooded area of Burlington County while the crew members were returning from an assignment at the Jersey Shore. The pilot and photographer lost their lives in the accident.

Lastly, Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer and Minority Leader Mitch McConnell have issued a joint statement acknowledging that a deal on immigration will not be reached this week. Negotiations over the larger national security package, which includes aid for Ukraine and Israel, will be postponed until early next year.

In local events, Manteca city officials are hosting a ribbon-cutting ceremony at the Public Safety Annex, officially opening it to the public. Additionally, 1,300 new Americans will participate in a naturalization ceremony in Roseville, and the Twin Rivers Unified School District will host a Teacher Recruitment Fair until 5 p.m.

As for the weather, expect scattered showers and isolated thunderstorms throughout Northern California today. Temperatures will peak in the low to mid-60s, so make sure to dress accordingly. Stay updated on the latest fire conditions across the region by checking our KCRA 3 Fire Threat Index.

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