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Another pedestrian hit, killed on 101 Freeway; thousands of drivers impacted

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:38:48 GMT

Southbound lanes of the 101 Freeway through Hollywood were closed through the morning commute Wednesday after a pedestrian was hit and killed by at least one vehicle. The collision occurred around 4:30 a.m. near the Vermont Avenue exit.California Highway Patrol officers immediately blocked lanes, causing traffic backups that extended through the Cahuenga Pass into the San Fernando Valley. Surface streets were also backed up as thousands of commuters scrambled to find alternate routes.SB 101 was backed up through Hollywood after a pedestrian was struck and killed. Nov. 1, 2023. It was unclear why the pedestrian was on the freeway and no information about their identity was released.Traffic remained jammed through the early morning commute, but as of 9 a.m. Wednesday, the freeway began to open up.The incident comes just two days after another person was fatally struck on the 101 Freeway near the Santa Monica Boulevard exit in Hollywood in an early morning collision. 

Highland Fire a week from full containment, Cal Fire says

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:38:48 GMT

The Highland Fire, which ignited Monday in Riverside County, is now 15% contained, fire officials said on Wednesday.The blaze, which has reached nearly 2,500 acres in size, is expected to be fully contained by Nov. 8, Cal Fire said in an update. Despite some progress Tuesday night on the blaze near Aguanga, "extremely steep and rugged terrain remains a challenge," as do the Santa Ana winds and low humidity, the release said. Wildfire torches structures in Riverside County; thousands evacuated "The fire behavior overnight was minimal, with some minor creeping and smoldering observed," Cal Fire said. "Easterly winds are forecast to continue in the area through Thursday evening, which have the potential to push the fire in a west/southwest direction. Firefighters will continue constructing handline around the perimeter."Multiple evacuation orders and warnings remain in place. To see where, visit this interactive map.The cause of the fire remains under investigation.

Former MLB player pleads not guilty in California shooting

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:38:48 GMT

Daniel Serafini, the former Major League Baseball player arrested in connection with the shooting of a Lake Tahoe-area couple in 2021, appeared in court for the first time Tuesday to face the charges against him, KTLA sister station KTXL reports.Serafini stepped into the courtroom in Placer County, California, wearing an orange jumpsuit and shackles. He pleaded not guilty in the shooting death of Robert Spohr and the attempted murder of Spohr’s wife, Wendy Wood. Spohr and Wood were the parents of Serafini's wife. Wood survived the shooting but died several months later. Man confronts loud kids with AR-style rifle on Halloween “The defendant is charged with murder, as well as using a firearm during the commission of the murder, as well as a (charge of) first-degree residential burglary...and then a charge of child endangerment, as well as the attempted murder of Wendy Wood,” said Morgan Gire, Placer County District Attorney, outside of the courthouse.Placer County officials believ...

Juan Manuel Pedroza Dies in Head-On Crash on Southcross Boulevard [San Antonio, TX]

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:38:48 GMT

20-Year-Old Man Pronounced Dead after Wrong-Way Collision near WW White RoadSAN ANTONIO, TX (November 1, 2023) – Saturday afternoon, Juan Manuel Pedroza died Saturday in a wrong-way head-on collision on Southcross Boulevard and South WW White Road.The incident occurred around 12:15 p.m., on October 28th.Officers say the driver of a Cadillac was heading west traveling at high speeds and crossed over the double yellow lines. As a result, the Cadillac eventually collided head-on with an eastbound gray Chevrolet Silverado.Medical personnel later pronounced the Cadillac driver, 20-year-old Pedroza deceased. In addition, paramedics transported the truck driver, a man in his mid-60s, to a local hospital for further treatment.At this time, an active investigation to determine further information is still currently underway.The team at Sweet James offers their warm and sincerest sympathies to the friends and family of Juan Manuel Pedroza. May you find comfort and strength during this d...

Giovanni Hermosillo Falcon Killed in Dump-Truck Crash on 35th Avenue [Phoenix, AZ]

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:38:48 GMT

24-Year-Old Man Pronounced Dead after Two-Vehicle Accident near Lower Buckeye RoadPHOENIX, AZ (November 1, 2023) – Giovanni Hermosillo Falcon died early Saturday in a dump-truck collision on 35th Avenue and Lower Buckeye Road. The incident occurred around 4:30 a.m., on October 28th.Per reports, an SUV driver and the driver of a 10-wheeler dump-truck collided for reasons unknown. Dispatchers arrived and found both involved vehicles with damage.Due to the impact of the crash, the driver of the SUV suffered life-threatening injuries. Paramedics later pronounced Falcon, 24, deceased.In addition, the driver of the dump-truck remained uninjured and cooperated with authorities.Police officers currently believe that speed played a factor. Personnel eventually shut down 35th Avenue between Lower Buckeye Road and Durango Street. At this time, an active investigation is still currently underway.The team at Sweet James offers their warm and sincerest sympathies to the friends and family o...

‘General Hospital’ star Tyler Christopher dies at 50; played Nikolas Cassadine on beloved soap opera

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:38:48 GMT

By Alli Rosenbloom | CNNTyler Christopher, an actor known for his roles on “General Hospital” and “Days of Our Lives,” has died. He was 50.Christopher’s representative Chi Muoi Lo told CNN in a statement that the actor died Tuesday morning.“This news was incredibly shocking, and I am devastated by his loss. He was a very gifted actor, and more importantly, an amazing friend. My heart goes out to his friends and family who loved him so much,” the statement read.Related ArticlesObituaries | MLB star Frank Howard dies at 87; slugger hit 382 home runs in storied career Obituaries | Former Santa Clara Mayor Patricia Mahan dies at age 71 Obituaries | American hockey player Adam Johnson dies after getting cut in the neck by a skate Obituaries | LA County medical examiner indicates additional investigation required in death of actor Matthew Perry Obituaries | ‘Friends’ actor Matthew Perry dies at home of apparent dro...

California woman takes her honking citation to the U.S. Supreme Court

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:38:48 GMT

A California woman who was cited for honking as she drove by a political protest has asked the U.S. Supreme Court to address her case.Related ArticlesCrime and Public Safety | Silicon Valley firm claims Chinese partners stole secrets, embezzled millions Crime and Public Safety | Who’s behind new bid to legalize sports betting in California? Crime and Public Safety | A California pilot has been indicted for allegedly threatening to shoot the captain if the flight was diverted Crime and Public Safety | Luxury vehicle seized in Vallejo arrest Crime and Public Safety | Police accuse man of committing lewd acts in Marin County middle school bathroom Susan Porter, of Oceanside, contends that the state Vehicle Code — in allowing honking only as a warning of danger or a theft deterrent — violates her First Amendment right to “expressive honking.”In April, a three-judge panel from th...

Review: Doja Cat kicks off first-ever arena tour with so-so Halloween show

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:38:48 GMT

Doja Cat delivered a bit of a mixed trick-o-treat bag as she kicked off her first-ever arena headlining tour on Halloween night at Chase Center in San Francisco.The Cat woman, herself, was mostly on point, sounding especially strong as she showcased her rapping abilities. She’s a real talent, one that should be a force in the industry for years to come.Yet, she also showed her inexperience in the arena realm as she did very little try to connect with the crowd or make the evening feel “live” on Night 1 of the Scarlet Tour, which supports the 2023 album of the same name.Instead, it often just felt like we were just watching something like “Doja Cat: The Concert Movie,” which — who knows? — could be heading to a theater near you in the not-so-distant future.More significant, the touring production — while arena-style big — wasn’t as thrilling as it should have been. There was a numbing sameness to everything that took place o...

Fire breaks out on 3 boats at Oyster Cove Marina in South SF, 1 person injured

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:38:48 GMT

(KRON) -- Three boats caught fire at the Oyster Cove Marina near Oyster Point in South San Francisco Wednesday morning, according to the South San Francisco Fire Department. Multiple agencies are on the scene responding. Convicted felon arrested for firearm and cocaine after South SF police respond to fight Firefighters were alerted to the blaze shortly before 7:30 a.m., according to South SF Deputy Chief Matt Samson. The three boats were tied together when the blaze broke out. There were several adults onboard the boats, according to Samson. All of them were successfully rescued from the water. One person was transported to the hospital with minor injuries, firefighters confirmed.Firefighters began fire suppression efforts once they confirmed there was no one on the boats. At that point, crews also began environmental containment efforts to minimize contamination to the bay.Photos from the scene showed several boats engulfed in flames and large amounts of smoke emanati...

Schiff campaign releases ads touting Pelosi's endorsement in U.S. Senate race

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:38:48 GMT

Democrat Adam Schiff is getting some star power from a leading figure in California and national politics in the competitive 2024 race for California's open U.S. Senate seat.Schiff's campaign released two ads on Wednesday featuring former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi. The ads were shown first to Inside California Politics before their wider release. 10-time MLB All-Star Steve Garvey talks decision to run for U.S. Senate "I've given Adam Schiff the toughest jobs," Pelosi says in a video. "He confronted terrorism, he helped pass healthcare, he led the impeachment of a president and took him on again for insurrection. Adam delivers."The ads began appearing on Instagram and Facebook on Wednesday and will continue running through November, when the state Democratic Party holds its fall endorsing convention in Sacramento. ‘Insurrectionist,’ ‘MAGA extremist’: Leading CA Senate candidates react to new Speaker This same week, the mayor of Burbank, where Schiff resides, withdrew his endo...