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Uber driver killed in Lynwood was father of 2, Marine veteran

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:52:50 GMT

The Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department is looking for two men accused of killing a rideshare driver and taking his vehicle in Lynwood early Friday.The Uber driver was shot in the upper torso around 1:30 a.m. in the 2800 block of Imperial Highway, the LASD said in a news release. His wife identified him as 38-year-old Marine veteran Aaron Orozco, a father of two young children.Footage shows the crime scene was outside a 7-Eleven. Investigators learned that Orozco had been working as a rideshare driver and had stopped in a parking lot, where he and his two passengers became "involved in a physical altercation," authorities said. A passenger then allegedly pulled out a gun and shot Orozco before the one passenger fled in the rideshare vehicle, a black Honda Accord that was found abandoned a short distance away. Initial reports indicated that both suspects fled in the vehicle, believed to be model year 2014 or 2016, but investigators later clarified that one fled on foot. Aaron Oro...

Two California lottery players win a total of $10 million from scratchers tickets

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:52:50 GMT

Two California Lottery players are entering the spring season as millionaires after buying winning lottery scratcher tickets from convenience stores in Southern California, winning a total of $10 million, the lottery office announced Tuesday.Walter Amaya won $5 million after buying a winning 100X scratchers ticket from Famous Ed’s Liquor in El Monte. The store’s owner, Brian Hanna, told the California Lottery Office that he had seen an increase in foot traffic after the news broke that his store sold a winning lottery ticket. Multiple California residents win a combined amount of $7 million from scratcher games “We have never had a big winner like this,” Hanna said.Another Los Angeles County convenience store may also be a lucky place for Californians hoping to strike it big. Paul Coggins also won $5 million after buying a 2023 scratchers ticket from M&A Tobacco in Santa Monica.Both stores received $25,000 for selling the winning tickets.The latest winnings come after another ...

Selena Gomez speaks out against threats made to Hailey Bieber

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:52:50 GMT

For weeks TikTok has been ablaze about a rumored feud between Selena Gomez and Hailey Bieber. Now it appears things have gone too far and Gomez is stepping in. The "Only Murders in the Building" actress took to Instagram early Friday to speak out against death threats made to Bieber. "Hailey Bieber reached out to me and let me know that she has been receiving death threats and such hateful negatively," Gomez penned. "This isn't what I stand for. No one should have to experience hate or bullying. I've always advocated for kindness and really want this all to stop."Eagle-eyed fans noticed Gomez started following Bieber again on the platform. Hailey took to Instagram hours later to thank Gomez for speaking out. “I want to thank Selena for speaking out, as her and I have been discussing the last few weeks how to move past this ongoing narrative between her and I,” Bieber said in her Instagram stories. “The last few weeks have been very hard for everyone involved and millions of people ...

Nom Nom: The Brand Redefining Fresh Dog Food

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:52:50 GMT

It’s no secret that people are particular about their pets. According to the American Pet Products Association, there were 90.5 million pet owners in the U.S. (70% of American households) in 2021. Dogs are the most popular pet by a significant margin, as well. On top of that, in that year, Americans spent a staggering $123.6 billion on their pets — a $20 million increase from 2020 — with food and treats by far being the most expensive investment.A large part of this trend to spend more on dog food comes from a shift toward healthier food options. Pet owners are more educated than ever before, and they’re in search of quality nutritional solutions that can keep their four-legged friends in good health over the course of their lifetime.Some manufacturers have slightly adjusted their formulas or cut out certain ingredients, like food coloring. But for many pet owners, that isn’t enough. They are abandoning traditional formulas in favor of fresh food.A fresh food diet can help dogs with...

Madame Nadine: Empowering Women to “Dare to be Different” Through Her Jewelries

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:52:50 GMT

A career in jewelry design was not something that Madame Nadine had initially envisioned for herself when she was planning out her life as a young lady. Since she is a schoolteacher by profession, she quickly points out that her jewelry designs are a pleasant surprise and that her career as an educator always comes first. Despite having a full-time job, this Canadian jewelry designer is making a name for herself with her Victorian-inspired pieces. Her work has been showcased on the red carpet at the 2020 Oscars, in fashion magazines, and on the runways during fashion week, and it has also been included in gifting suites at Cannes, The Golden Globes, and The Emmys.(“Pretty Little Liars” star Shay Mitchell wearing Madame Nadine Jewelry. Photographer: Mike Rosenthal)Madame Nadine’s interest in design did not emerge at a young age, even though her entire family had a strong artistic background. It was pure luck that sparked her interest in design. She had never dared to dream abou...

1 Killed in Motorcycle Crash near Baseline Road [Tempe, AZ]

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:52:50 GMT

Rider Dies in Motorcycle Crash near Rural Road and Baseline RoadTEMPE, AZ (March 24, 2023) – Late Saturday night, a motorcycle crash near Baseline Road and Rural Road claimed the life of a rider.The incident happened on March 18th, just after 10:00 p.m., involving a motorcyclist and a vehicle.According to reports, a motorcyclist was riding along the road when it crashed into the back of a vehicle. The impact of the collision caused the rider to sustain serious injuries.Emergency crews arrived at the site of the accident shortly after and transported the rider to a local hospital for treatment. Later, at the hospital, the rider succumbed to his injuries. Medics pronounced them dead due to the extent of their injuries.At this time, the rider’s identity has not been disclosed to the public. However, an active investigation into the motorcycle crash near Baseline Road is currently underway.In this sorrowful time, the Sweet James team would like to extend their heartfelt cond...

Key dates on 49ers’ calendar: Offseason program opens April 17

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:52:50 GMT

SANTA CLARA — The only date worth circling on the 49ers’ calendar is Feb 11, 2024, their target date to win the Lombardi Trophy.That said, the NFL on Friday announced each team’s key dates for this offseason. Here are mile markers to know as the franchise enters Year 7 under coach Kyle Shanahan and general manager John Lynch, who’ll be at next week’s NFL owners’ meetings in Phoenix:April 12: Local pro dayWhile Lynch and his personnel department are currently scouring the country at college pro days, the 49ers will invite in local talent on April 12,. Stanford and San Jose State held their pro days Wednesday, and Cal‘s was on Thursday.April 17: Offseason program opensTeams with first-year coaches can start a week earlier, such as the 49ers’ NFC West counterpart Arizona. The reigning NFC champion Philadelphia Eagles will start their offseason program a week later, on April 24.April 27-29: NFL DraftThis year’s selection festivities ...

Woman, 86, dies in Hayward traffic collision

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:52:50 GMT

HAYWARD — An 86-year-old woman died Thursday after the vehicle she was driving collided with another vehicle, authorities said.She was identified by the coroner’s office as Julia Severino of Hayward.The collision happened about 5:05 p.m. Thursday near the intersection of Industrial Boulevard and Baumberg Avenue.Severino was the only occupant of her vehicle and was found unconscious with multiple injuries inside the vehicle, authorities said. She was taken to a hospital, where she died.A 54-year-old man who was the sole occupant of the other vehicle remained at the scene and was cooperating with investigators. He had complaints of pain, police said, but it was not immediately known if he required medical treatment.Related ArticlesCrashes and Disasters | Mother dies, children hurt when stolen SUV being chased by East Bay police crashes into their car Crashes and Disasters | Milpitas: One person killed in fiery single-car crash late Wednesday ...

Trump lawyer makes court-ordered appearance before grand jury

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:52:50 GMT

By Eric Tucker | Associated PressWASHINGTON — A lawyer for Donald Trump was back in court Friday after being ordered to answer questions before a grand jury investigating the possible mishandling of classified documents at the former president’s Florida estate.M. Evan Corcoran entered federal court in the District of Columbia early Friday morning, one week after a federal judge ruled in favor of the Justice Department in forcing Corcoran to answer additional questions before a grand jury that has been hearing testimony for months. He did not make any comments as he arrived at the building, and left several hours later without saying anything.The interest by prosecutors in Corcoran’s testimony reinforces the legal dangers confronting Trump, making clear the department’s continued focus on whether the ex-president or any of his representatives obstructed government efforts to recover hundreds of classified documents taken from the White House to Mar-a-Lago at the end...

Berlin & Beyond, Sonoma film fests return with packed lineups

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:52:50 GMT

It’s spring, which means the Bay Area film festival cycle has started.The first two to bloom are the 27th Berlin & Beyond Film Festival, which opened March 23 and runs through March 28, and the Sonoma International Film Festival, which runs through March 26.Per its standard, Berlin & Beyond curates an eclectic blend of narratives, documentaries and shorts. While some titles might be well-known (including its closing night feature at 6:30 p.m. March 28 at the Roxie in San Francisco — a 35mm presentation of Netflix’s Oscar winning “All Quiet on the Western Front” from director Edward Berger) — others might be off your radar.In “Werner Herzog: Radical Dreamer,” director Thomas von Steinaecker speaks to a broad spectrum of performers and filmmakers, including Nicole Kidman, Patti Smith, Robert Pattinson, Chloe Zhao, Joshua Oppenheimer and Wim Wenders about the 80-year-old German filmmaker’s extraordinary and influential career. As the film attests, the eclectic Herzog took...