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'Senseless violence': 7 men charged in string of fatal shootings in L.A. County

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:37:40 GMT

Seven men have been charged in connection with a string of fatal shootings that occurred in Los Angeles, Compton and Inglewood in late 2021 and early 2022, officials announced Tuesday. The charges stemmed from a 37-count grand jury indictment that was unsealed on Monday and involved four separate incidents in which seven victims lost their lives to "senseless violence," according to the L.A. County District Attorney's Office. Authorities called the investigations into the shootings “complex,” and the men were described as gang members. Seven men charged in a string of shootings in Los Angeles County are seen in images released by the DA's Office on Aug. 8, 2023. (KTLA) The first in the series of shootings occurred at an RV park in South Los Angeles on Dec. 6, 2021.Two victims, Jose Palma and Hector Cervantes, were killed when shots were fired into an RV.Six of the seven defendants were charged in the case: Kendale Taylor, Cory Ervin, Kalil Santos, Kevin Salter, Terrance Adams and Ma...

Taylor Swift's 'Eras Tour' could bring $320 million to Los Angeles economy, report says

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:37:40 GMT

Los Angeles’ regional economy is expected to get a boost thanks to Taylor Swift’s Eras Tour.A new report from the California Center for Jobs and the Economy estimates that Swift’s six-night residency at SoFi Stadium in Inglewood could bring a $320 million boost to the L.A. County GDP through direct, indirect, and induced impacts; increase area employment by 3,300; and increase local earnings by $160 million. A guide to attending one of Taylor Swift’s sold-out shows at Sofi Stadium The shows are also expected to boost the local tourism industry, which continues to fall short of pre-pandemic levels. The total number of hotel jobs in the city of Los Angeles is still estimated to be 15% lower than its pre-pandemic peak, according to the report.The report cited a study from QuestionPro, which indicated that the average concertgoer has spent $1,328 to attend one of Swift’s shows. The estimated price includes tickets, merchandise, food and clothing expenses.About 70,240 people have atten...

Elizabeth Kahn Pronounced Dead Following Semi-Truck Crash on Highway 195 [Whitman County, WA]

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:37:40 GMT

28-Year-Old Woman Killed in Semi-Truck vs. Vehicle Collision near Armstrong RoadWHITMAN COUNTY, WA (August 8, 2023) – Wednesday morning, the police responded to a deadly crash that killed Elizabeth Kahn.It happened just before 8:50 a.m., August 2nd, on Highway 195 and Armstrong Road, just 3 miles north of Pullman.According to the Washington State Patrol, a 2017 Nissan Sentra was driven by 28-year-old Elizabeth Kahn, and a semi-truck was driven by a 51-year-old man with a 52-year-old passenger.Upon investigation, the officers determined that Kahn was headed northbound on Hwy 195 when she tried to pass over other vehicles when she collided head-on with the semi.Unfortunately, responding authorities pronounced Kahn dead at the scene.Furthermore, the two occupants of the semi-truck did not obtain any injuries in the collision. They were all wearing their seatbelts during that time, the police added.Consequently, the authorities blocked all lanes on Highway 195 and motorists were d...

Two Injured after Police Chase on Interstate 10 [Indio, CA]

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:37:40 GMT

Stolen Vehicle on Adams Street Led to Crash near Jackson StreetINDIO, CA (August 8, 2023) – Late Friday morning, a police chase on Interstate 10 ended in a rollover crash that injured two.The incident happened on July 28th, at around 11:30 a.m., when the deputies tried to pull over a suspected stolen vehicle near the intersection of Fred Waring Drive and Adams Street.According to authorities, when the vehicle failed to stop for police, officials initiated a pursuit. The pursuit ended on Interstate 10, near Jackson Street, when it collided with another vehicle occupied by two people. The impact of the collision caused the stolen vehicle to roll down an embankment.Emergency crews arrive at the site of the collision shortly after. Paramedics transported the passenger of the second vehicle to a local hospital for treatment of injuries. Meanwhile, crews were called to hoist the suspect from the embankment. The suspect sustained minor injuries and paramedics also took them to the ho...

One Dead after Two-Vehicle Crash on Bailey Road [Chattaroy, WA]

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:37:40 GMT

Two-Vehicle Crash on Bailey Road and State Route 2 Left Multiple InjuriesCHATTAROY, WA (August 8, 2023) – Wednesday morning, a two-vehicle crash on Bailey Road left one person dead.The incident happened on August 2nd, just after 6:00 a.m., at the intersection of State Route 2 and Bailey Road, just north of Spokane.According to reports, at least one person died at the scene as a result of the collision.Furthermore, the officers have confirmed that two vehicles were involved and the number of people injured has not yet been reported.Consequently, lanes on State Route 2 were blocked and motorists were directed to Eloika Lake and Bailey Roads.No additional information was released at this moment and the Washington State Patrol is still investigating the crash.Driving can be very dangerous and almost anything can happen if you are not prepared. Always check behind your vehicle before backing. Do not depend on mirrors alone and always back at a slow speed. By driving in safely, you ...

Taco Bell to give away free tacos — here’s how to get yours (unless you live in New Jersey)

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:37:40 GMT

By Ramishah Maruf | CNNTaco Bell is opening a $5 million taco tab and offering free Doritos Locos Tacos in honor of the “liberation” of the “Taco Tuesday” trademark to customers across the country.Well, almost everywhere.The giveaway is valid in 49 states but not in New Jersey, the only place where the Taco Tuesday trademark is not canceled. Taco John’s, the regional taco chain that had “Taco Tuesday” trademarked for 34 years, announced last month that it’s ending its fight in defending the phrase against Taco Bell’s lawyers.But Gregory’s Restaurant and Bar in Somers Point, New Jersey, owns the trademark in the state, and the family-owned business still plans to hold on to the phrase.“We’re still keeping it, we’re fighting for it,” said Emma Gregory, who said she is a fifth-generation Gregory family worker at the restaurant.She said Taco Bell had reached out to the restaurant about the trademark “two, maybe three” weeks ago. Gregory’s said on its website that it has been serving tac...

No bail for Chicago man suspected of killing girl, 9

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:37:40 GMT

By Shardaa Gray, Mugo Odigwe, Marybel Gonzalez, Todd Feurer and Chris Tye | WBBM via CNNCHICAGO (WBBM) — A 43-year-old man has been ordered held without bail, after he was charged with shooting a 9-year-old girl in front of her father outside their Portage Park home over the weekend.Serabi Medina was shot and killed around 9:40 p.m. Saturday on the 3500 block of North Long Avenue. She was supposed to enter the 4th grade this upcoming school year.Michael Goodman, who lives across the street from the Medina family, has been charged with first-degree murder in her death.Cook County prosecutors said Serabi was riding her scooter on the sidewalk outside her family’s apartment building Saturday night, while her father was talking to three friends sitting in a car, when one of the friends gave her money to get ice cream from a nearby ice cream truck.A few minutes after she bought two ice creams, and gave one to her father, a gunshot rang out, and Serabi’s father told her ...

95-year-old man assaulted, carjacked in Oakland

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:37:40 GMT

OAKLAND — A 95-year-old man was pushed to the ground and carjacked Monday afternoon in the Dimond district, authorities said.The man suffered abrasions to his head and other parts of his body and was taken to a hospital, authorities said. A medical update on the man’s condition was not available Tuesday.The violent encounter happened about 2:30 p.m. Monday in the 2500 block of MacArthur Boulevard.Police said the man had just left a restaurant in the area and was walking to his 2007 Toyota minivan when a man wearing a ski mask came up on him and pushed him to the pavement.The suspect took the keys to the vehicle and drove off. The vehicle was found just after 3 p.m. Monday, abandoned a few blocks away in the 2600 block of Montana Street, police said.Police were seeking the suspect Tuesday. A detailed description was not released.The owner of the restaurant, who did not want to be named, said Tuesday the man has been a daily customer for some 40 years.The owner said the ma...

The top 10 most expensive home sales in Fremont, reported the week of July 24

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:37:40 GMT

A house in Fremont that sold for $4.2 million tops the list of the most expensive residential real estate sales in Fremont in the past week.In total, 14 residential real estate sales were recorded in the area during the past week, with an average price of $2.2 million. The average price per square foot was $963.The prices in the list below concern real estate sales where the title was recorded during the week of July 24 even if the property may have been sold earlier.10. $1.8 million, single-family home in the 40900 block of Valero DriveThe sale of the single-family house in the 40900 block of Valero Drive, Fremont, has been finalized. The price was $1,750,000, and the new owners took over the house in June. The house was built in 1971 and has a living area of 1,583 square feet. The price per square foot was $1,105. The house features four bedrooms and two bathrooms.Valero Drive9. $1.8 million, single-family residence in the 2600 block of Forrest CourtThe sale of the single family r...

49ers’ first depth chart offers intrigue at quarterback, of course

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:37:40 GMT

SANTA CLARA — Quarterback drama throughout 49ers training camp has carried over to their first depth chart, released Tuesday ahead of their preseason opener Sunday in Las Vegas.Brock Purdy, who has taken all first-team reps in his 10 practices, is listed as the first-string quarterback, to no surprise, as he continues his comeback from March 10 elbow surgery.The race to be his backup, however, remains close. The 49ers, on the depth chart compiled by their communications department, list “Trey Lance — or — Sam Darnold” as the No. 2 quarterback. After them is Brandon Allen, who has been confined to third-team duty in camp.Here is the complete depth chart, in descending order, with semicolons separating first-, second- and third-string units:QUARTERBACKBrock Purdy; Trey Lance — or — Sam Darnold; Brandon AllenRUNNING BACKChristian McCaffrey; Elijah Mitchell; Ty Davis-Price and Jordan Mason; Jeremy McNichols and Khalan LabornFULLBACKKyle Juszczyk...