One Dead after Pedestrian-Auto Collision on 10 Freeway [Baldwin Park, CA]
Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 12:22:36 GMT
Pedestrian Crash near Baldwin Park Boulevard Resulted in FatalityBALDWIN PARK, CA (December 20, 2023) – Early Tuesday morning, a person died in a pedestrian-auto collision on 10 Freeway.The CHP responded to the collision around 4:14 p.m. along the freeway’s westbound lanes near Baldwin Park Boulevard.Upon arrival, the officers learned that the vehicle hit the pedestrian walking between the No. 5 lanes and the shoulder of the freeway.Tragically, the first responders declared the victim dead at the scene. However, their identity remains undisclosed to the public, pending notification from the next of kin.It was unclear if the driver involved stayed at the scene and cooperated with the authorities.In the end, the California Highway Patrol closed one of the westbound lanes of 10 Freeway and Baldwin Park Boulevard off-ramp for investigation. Authorities will release additional information as it becomes available to the public.In this sorrowful time, the Sweet James team would...Dark Side Of the “Moon”
Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 12:22:36 GMT
For those who are sad about the sun setting on the DC era of the Snyder-verse, please do not fret, for those miss slow-motion battle scenes, unnecessary lens flares, and dark gritty unsympathetic characters who seem pissed off about saving mankind, Zach Snyder has brought forth his vision of the future with the science fiction saga Rebel Moon – Part One: A Child of Fire for all to enjoy. Depending on your definition of “enjoy.” At least, that was the intention. But it is doubtful that many will enjoy this wannabe Star Wars for much of anything other than one-star zingers on Letterboxd. Conceived by Snyder decade ago, the original space saga is the story of Kora (Sofia Boutella), a former soldier-turned-member of a peaceful farming community on the planet Veldt whose livelihood is threatened by the tyrannical Imperium, led by Atticus Noble (Ed Skrein), who rule the Motherworld. To protect her people, she goes on a quest to gather warriors from different corners of t...Woman Dies in Hit-and-Run Pedestrian Crash on Washington Boulevard [Los Angeles, CA]
Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 12:22:36 GMT
Female Pedestrian Pronounced Dead after Fatal Collision near Crenshaw BoulevardLOS ANGELES, CA (December 20, 2023) – One woman died Sunday night in a hit-and-run pedestrian collision on Washington and Crenshaw Boulevard.The incident transpired at approximately 11:50 p.m. at the junction of Washington and Crenshaw Boulevard. According to reports, the driver of a silver Subaru Impreza was traveling west on Washington when the vehicle collided with a pedestrian. Following the impact, the driver fled the scene without offering assistance to the severely injured victim. Emergency medical responders conveyed the female pedestrian to a nearby hospital, where she ultimately succumbed to her injuries. Her identity remains undisclosed to the public. For a short duration, emergency crews closed off the surrounding area to facilitate cleanup and preliminary tasks. Those with additional information regarding the fatal hit-and-run pedestrian incident on Washington Boulevard are urged to con...Student Hospitalized after Bicycle Crash on Kingwood Drive [Kingwood, TX]
Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 12:22:36 GMT
Kingwood High School Student Injured after Being Struck by VehicleKINGWOOD, TX (December 20, 2023) – One Kingwood High School student was hospitalized Monday morning after a bicycle collision at the 2700 block of Kingwood Drive.On November 13th, an incident occurred involving a student and a vehicle. According to Harris County Constable Precinct, the student was cycling in front of Kingwood High School when they were struck by the driver.Fortunately, the student sustained only minor injuries and was not knocked down, as confirmed by authorities. The driver remained at the scene and cooperated with law enforcement. Following the incident, the student received clearance to attend school, and no additional details have been provided.It is crucial to maintain vigilance for pedestrians and other vehicles while driving. This is particularly important in residential areas, intersections, and parking lots. Adhering to posted speed limits, designed to prevent accidents and preserve liv...Timothy Water Dies in Pedestrian Accident on Folsom Street [San Francisco, CA]
Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 12:22:36 GMT
74-Year-Old Man Fatally Struck in Pedestrian Collision near Rainbow Grocery CooperativeSAN FRANCISCO, CA (December 19, 2023) – Timothy Water died Monday afternoon in a pedestrian crash at the 1700 block of Folsom Street. Dispatchers responded to the area near Rainbow Grocery Cooperative around 2:50 p.m.Authorities report that a pedestrian was hit by a vehicle in a private parking lot. Despite attempts to save his life, medics declared the male victim deceased at the location. In the meantime, the driver of the vehicle remained at the scene and actively participated in the investigation. Subsequently, the Medical Examiner’s Office identified the deceased individual as 74-year-old Timothy Water from Sacramento. Law enforcement does not believe that drugs or alcohol played a role in the collision. Individuals with further details about the incident are urged to get in touch with the San Francisco Police Department at (415) 575-4444.No words can mend the broken hearts and sorrow f...Early football signing period: Where Bay Area high school stars will play
Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 12:22:36 GMT
On the first day of college football’s early signing period, numerous Bay Area high school football stars made their commitments official on Wednesday.Players from Serra, Los Gatos, Acalanes, San Ramon Valley and elsewhere fulfilled childhood dreams by signing national letters of intent.Here is the list from the Bay Area News Group’s coverage area, with updates coming as more sign:Luke Baker, San Ramon Valley, QB, Sacramento StateJoseph Bey, Serra, S, San Jose StateKai Hamilton, Valley Christian, WR, Sacramento StateCole Harrison, Serra, TE, TennesseeWyatt Hook, Homestead, TE, Michigan StateTyrone Jackson, Archbishop Riordan, WR, Boise StateJabari Mann, Serra, LB, San Jose StateTevita Manukainiu, Aragon, OL, San Jose StateRayne Mayo, Valley Christian, OL, UC DavisDanny Niu, Serra, LB, San Diego StateAhmad Robinson, McClymonds, OL, Eastern WashingtonTrevor Rogers, Acalanes, WR, CalManuel Serna, Clayton Valley Charter, OL, San Jose StateKalolo Ta’aga, Archbishop Riordan, OL, USC...San Jose tech building topples into default as office market struggles
Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 12:22:36 GMT
SAN JOSE — A big San Jose tech building has toppled into a loan default, a financial setback that underscores the widening economic ailments that confront the Bay Area office market in the wake of the coronavirus outbreak.The office building at 10 West Tasman Drive is now delinquent on its mortgage, according to documents filed on Dec. 15 with the Santa Clara County Recorder’s Office.The loan that’s in default totals $29 million and was provided to the building’s ownership group in 2021 by Copia Lending, the county records show.The building owner is a San Jose-based investment group whose executives include Doo Lee and Joon Kim, according to state business records.The borrowers appear to have paid off a significant amount of the original $29 million loan before the financing became delinquent. The county documents show the property ownership group owed $20.3 million at the time of the default filing.The San Jose-based building owners paid $30 million in 2022 ...Judge rules man who spent 50 years in prison is innocent of murder
Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 12:22:36 GMT
By Ken Miller | Associated PressOKLAHOMA CITY — An Oklahoma judge has exonerated a man who spent nearly 50 years in prison for murder, the longest serving inmate to be declared innocent of a crime.Glynn Simmons, 71, who was released in July after prosecutors agreed that key evidence in his case was not turned over to his defense lawyers, was ruled innocent Tuesday.“This court finds by clear and convincing evidence that the offense for which Mr. Simmons was convicted, sentenced and imprisoned… was not committed by Mr. Simmons,” according to the ruling by Oklahoma County District Judge Amy Palumbo.Simmons served 48 years, one month and 18 days since his conviction, making him the longest imprisoned U.S. inmate to be exonerated, according to data kept by The National Registry of Exonerations.Simmons said afterward that he feels vindicated after his time in prison that included initially being sentenced to death row.“It’s a lesson in resilience and tenacity...What to watch: ‘Iron Claw’ is a masterpiece, and 1 performance is for the ages
Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 12:22:36 GMT
The end of the year finds awards-hungry film studios wrapping up and stuffing into theaters some some of their best goodies for audiences to unwrap over the holiday break.For the most part, you’ll be thrilled with what you’ll be given, particularly “The Iron Claw,” “American Fiction,” “The Color Purple” and “All of Us Strangers.”Here’s our roundup.“The Iron Claw”: Four brothers (Zac Efron, Jeremy Allen White, Harris Dickinson and Stanley Simons) deep in the heart of Texas sacrifice their dreams, careers and even their lives for their domineering manager/coach father (Holt McCallany) who aims to create a wrestling dynasty.Director/screenwriter Sean Durkin treats this portrait of the real-life Von Erich family — a dominant force in sport in the late ‘70s and ‘80s — as if it were an American and a Shakespearean tragedy. It makes for a potent combination, a knockout in every way.As he’s done with all the works that bear his imprint — “Martha Marcy May Marlene,” “...One of 2023’s best new Christmas songs comes courtesy of church in Aptos
Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 12:22:36 GMT
The Christmas season playlist is dominated by songs that have been around for decades — and, in come cases, for centuries.We’re talking about such classics as “Silent Night,” “O Holy Night,” “White Christmas” and, of course, “Hark! The Herald Angels Sing,” a carol that has been around since at least the early 1700s.Yet contrary to what the Muzak played at shopping malls this time of year might lead you to believe, people are still writing new Christmas tunes.And one of the very best of 2023 comes courtesy of a church in the Santa Cruz area.So, those looking for a good jolt of holiday cheer should push play on the cool tune “Good News Great Joy” from Twin Lakes Church in Aptos.“Hey everyone! Twin Lakes Worship has a brand new Christmas song out on all streaming platforms!” Twin Lakes’ worship pastor Trent Smith posted on social media. “I’m going to go out on a limb and say I think this wil...Latest news
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