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2 arrested in Long Beach drive-by shooting that left 12-year-old boy dead

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:46:54 GMT

A man and a woman have been arrested in connection with a drive-by shooting in Long Beach that left a 12-year-old boy dead and another child injured in May.Rashawn Strother, 20, of Cypress, who was in custody on an unrelated charge, is expected to be booked on suspicion of murder in the death of Eric Gregory Brown III.His girlfriend Destinee Sheree Scipio, 21 of Long Beach, was also arrested and booked on suspicion of murder, but Long Beach Police Department Chief Wally Hebeish did not offer many details on her role in the crime.The shooting occurred on May 9 when Brown was walking on a sidewalk with two friends in the 2200 block of Lewis Avenue.A vehicle with several suspects inside pulled up to the victims when someone started shooting at them.A 14-year-old girl suffered a non-life-threatening injury, but Brown later died from his injuries, police said. The other girl was not injured.Eric Gregory Brown III is seen in a photo provided by the Long Beach Police Department on July 7, ...

Farmers Insurance limits new homeowner insurance policies in California

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:46:54 GMT

Farmers Insurance is the latest company to limit new homeowner policies in California, citing that record-breaking inflation and severe weather events have increased business costs. The new decision went into effect on July 3, according to company officials.“We are working diligently with the California Department of Insurance and others interested in improving the availability of property insurance in the state. With record-breaking inflation, severe weather events, and reconstruction costs continuing to climb, we are focused on serving our customers while effectively managing our business,” a company spokesperson told KTLA.“Effective July 3, Farmers will limit new homeowners insurance policies in California to a level consistent with the volume we projected to write each month before recent market changes.”Farmers Insurance's decision to limit new homeowner insurance policies in California won't impact current customers, a company spokesperson told KTLA. What can California pol...

No charges filed against security guard who struck Britney Spears

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:46:54 GMT

No charges will be filed against the security guard who struck Britney Spears. Las Vegas Metropolitan Police tell KTLA 5 that the investigation into the alleged battery of the pop star has concluded and "no charges will be filed against the person involved."This all happened on Wednesday night at the Catch restaurant at the Aria Resort in Las Vegas. Spears said she attempted to congratulate the No. 1 NBA draft pick, Victor Wembanyama, when she spotted him in Sin City. She said she tapped the San Antonio Spurs rookie on the shoulder to get his attention when security for the team suddenly backhanded her. The "Toxic" singer claimed her glasses fell off her face and she was nearly knocked down. Britney Spears addresses being struck by Victor Wembanyama’s security guard Spears called the incident "traumatic" and "super embarrassing."“I get swarmed by people all the time. In fact, that night I was swarmed by a group of at least 20 fans. My security team didn’t hit any of them,” she ...

Man Killed in Hit-and-Run Accident on Chamberlaine Way [Adelanto, CA]

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:46:54 GMT

Man Pronounced Dead after Hit-and-Run Collision near US-395ADELANTO, CA (July 7, 2023) – Friday morning, one man was pronounced dead after a hit-and-run accident on Chamberlaine Way.The crash occurred around 6:00 a.m., near US-395 on June 30th.Per reports, dispatchers located a 24-year-old man on the ground who appeared to have been hit by a vehicle. However, the driver fled the scene without rendering aid or contacting authorities.Despite life-saving efforts, medics pronounced the male victim dead at the scene. Although, authorities have not yet released his identity.Authorities ask anyone who has witnessed the accident to reach out to Victor Valley Sheriff’s Station at 760-552-6800. Also, you can call 800-782-7463 if you want to remain anonymous.Once available, further details will be provided.The Sweet James team sends their warm and sincerest sympathies to the friends and family of the deceased victim. May you find comfort and strength during this difficult time.Losi...

Man Fatally Struck in Pedestrian Crash on Pacific Highway [San Diego, CA]

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:46:54 GMT

Pedestrian-Auto Collision in Old Town Neighborhood Left One FatalitySAN DIEGO, CA (July 7, 2023) – Saturday evening, a pedestrian crash on Pacific Highway claimed the life of one person.The deadly incident happened around 8:30 p.m. at the 4600 block of Pacific Highway, the neighborhood of Old Town.According to the police, a pedestrian started to cross the street from the west bike lane. However, the man stepped directly into the path of a 2019 Hyundai Elantra, resulting in a collision.The Hyundai driver was only identified to be a 24-year-old woman.Emergency responders attempted to perform CPR on the pedestrian before being transported to a hospital. Unfortunately, the male victim succumbed to his injuries a short while later.At this time, authorities continue to withhold the victim’s identity, pending notification from the man’s next of kin.The San Diego Police Department Traffic Division is asking anyone with further information about the fatal pedestrian crash to contact Cr...

Rescuers free dozens trapped on Ecuador cable car

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:46:54 GMT

By Gerardo Lemos | CNNDozens of people trapped in gondolas on one of the world’s highest cable car systems in Ecuador have been rescued, according to a statement from government officials Friday.Firefighters were alerted around 4 p.m. local time Thursday of a technical failure that affected the Quito Cable Car, with at least 70 people trapped, the Quito municipality said in a statement. They launched a rescue effort in the highlands soon after.“In total, the authorities rescued 27 people who had been suspended in the gondolas when the service was inoperative and 47 people who had been left without transportation on top of the mountain,” the statement said.The mayor of Quito, Pabel Muñoz, said the rescued people do not show signs of hypothermia or injuries.He also ordered to suspend the cable cars’ operation until investigations have been carried out.Photos released by Quito authorities show emergency workers huddled in the dark, with the city mayor on site, as rescue efforts continu...

Cheesecake Factory announces its 2023 flavor for National Cheesecake Day, July 30

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:46:54 GMT

The Cheesecake Factory will begin serving a new flavor, Cookie Dough Lover’s Cheesecake with Pecans, to celebrate National Cheesecake Day on Sunday, July 30.The Calabasas-based chain launched a new loyalty program, Cheesecake Rewards, and people who sign up before July 30 can qualify for a slice of any flavor of cheesecake for half price if they dine in on July 31 or Aug. 1, according to a news release. The offer is good for every member in a group up to six people, providing at least one member is enrolled in the program.Related ArticlesRestaurants, Food and Drink | Food Truck Frenzy visits the Stoneridge Shopping Center this July Restaurants, Food and Drink | Kebab eatery opens in Livermore, closes Walnut Creek spot Restaurants, Food and Drink | Dust Bowl Brewing opens in Livermore with barbecue and ‘smoothie beers’ Restaurants, Food and Drink | Chipotle’s Pizzeria Locale closing all locations, dissolving...

BuyBuy Baby stores going dark after bankruptcy auction falters

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:46:54 GMT

By Jeremy Hill | BloombergBuyBuy Baby’s stores will shut down after the baby brand — once cast as Bed Bath & Beyond’s prized asset — garnered no adequate going-concern bids in a bankruptcy auction, according to court papers.New Jersey-based baby goods company Dream on Me Industries Inc. won a bankruptcy auction for BuyBuy Baby’s intellectual property last month, but advisers kept searching for a buyer for the whole business. A notice posted to Bed Bath & Beyond’s docket late Thursday indicates none emerged. A hearing to approve the intellectual property sale is scheduled for July 11, court papers show.SEE MORE: Bed Bath & Beyond is coming back, in name only, after Overstock buys brandRelated ArticlesRetail | Magid: Buying a large appliance online vs. local store Retail | Overstock.com is changing its name. It’s one you may recognize Retail | Costco is cracking down on sharing membership cards Retail | Bankrupt Da...

California Coastal Commission on a mission: Funding, focus aims at beach access for all

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:46:54 GMT

The California Coastal Commission in recent years has been ramping up efforts to ensure greater beach access for underserved communities, by baking it in as a requirement when approving new developments or correcting violations, as well as by granting millions for beach-equity initiatives.“Certain communities and populations have been excluded for so long, it’s absolutely essential we make extra effort to make up for that,” said Sarah Christie, the commission’s legislative director. “I think equity demands a greater focus to ensure those communities are fully supported to have the access they’ve deserved all along.”The Coastal Commission, made permanent by the 1976 California Coastal Act, “plans and regulates the use of land and water” along shorelines, along with local communities and other relevant agencies.In Long Beach, for example, the commission has said it’ll support a new beach-side swimming pool only if a bus route brings inner city kids to play and there’s free or discount...

Infamous Mexican Mafia moneymaker stabbed to death in Sacramento prison attack

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:46:54 GMT

SACRAMENTO — A Mexican Mafia member with a reputation for generating lots of illicit revenue was stabbed to death at a Northern California prison Thursday, in what appears to be an attack from within his own gang.Michael “Mosca” Torres, 59, was killed around 9 a.m. Thursday by fellow prisoners Juan Martinez, 47, and Ray “Cisco” Martinez, 49, at California State Prison, Sacramento, according to a news release by the California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation. All three men were serving life sentences for various violent crimes, authorities said.Both suspects, who are not related, appear to be affiliated with the Mexican Mafia or its subsidiaries. Ray Martinez was identified in a Los Angeles Times report as a Mexican Mafia member. Juan Martinez has a tattoo on his neck of the number 13, symbol for both the Mexican Mafia and its primary offshoot, the Sureño gang.Torres was widely known as a moneymaker for the notorious prison gang, which contr...