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Keyshawn Johnson Criticizes USC and Coach Prime Amid Race Controversy
Keyshawn Johnson disputes the idea of USC granting full control to Deion Sanders due to their traditional mindset and reluctance to deviate from the norm, contrasting it with the more progressive approach of Colorado where Sanders currently coaches. Keyshawn Johnson highlighted the lengthy intervals between starting Black quarterbacks at USC,...
Kentavious Caldwell-Pope on difference playing with LeBron James vs. Nikola Jokic
Kentavious Caldwell-Pope has seen both sides of the rivalry between the Denver Nuggets and Los Angeles Lakers. He's also won championships with both Denver and Los Angeles, making him a unique expert on what it's like to play with two of the preeminent forces of the modern era. In a...
Pedestrian Fatally Struck by Ford Flex in Lancaster
A woman who was crossing an intersection was struck and killed by a vehicle in Lancaster, authorities said Saturday. Traffic investigators from the Lancaster Sheriff’s Station were called to the intersection of Elm Avenue and Avenue J around 8:09 p.m. Friday where they learned a man driving a Ford Flex SUV east on Avenue J hit the pedestrian, who was walking north to south on Avenue J, said Det. Jorge Diaz.
Firefighters work to put out brush fire just off 14 Freeway in Acton
A brush fire burning just off the 14 Freeway in Acton appeared to leave some vehicles scorched as firefighters worked to put it out through efforts by air and ground Friday afternoon.Dubbed the Victoria Fire, it was reported at about noon in an area just north of Escondido Canyon along the southbound side of the 14 Freeway, according to the Los Angeles County Fire Department. It was estimated to be about five acres and was burning in "medium to heavy fuel," the department said. At 12:45 p.m., aerial footage showed an LA County Fire Department helicopter making water drops while crews on the ground hosed down the area, which by then appeared blackened and scorched with just a few flames still visible in some sports. Some shrubbery was burnt to just a few skeletal branches, with a number of vehicles appearing heavily damaged and burnt as well.The fire had moved quickly, authorities said, but appeared to have been mostly extinguished within an hour of being reported. No other details, including any reports of damage or a suspected cause behind the blaze, have been released by authorities.
South L.A. woman wants end to K-9 units after vicious attack
A South Los Angeles woman has filed a lawsuit and is demanding the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department disband its K-9 unit after she was attacked by one of their dogs. Rosa Ramirez, 45, suffered permanent injuries to her left hand — her dominant hand — during the attack, her attorneys said in a news […]
Person trapped in vehicle after collision on southbound 14
Someone was trapped in a vehicle after a traffic collision Friday morning on the southbound lanes of Highway 14, north of Placerita Canyon Road in Santa Clarita, a Los Angeles County Fire Department official said. The incident was reported at about 10:13 a.m. Friday morning, according to Geovanni Sanchez, spokesman...
Supervisor Solis presents $2M grant to El Monte for interim housing
Los Angeles County Supervisor Hilda Solis on Wednesday awarded $2 million in grant funding for two interim housing sites in El Monte that aim to reduce homelessness. The funds from the First District Community Grants Program will allow the city to support operations and services at the Hilda Solis Iris House, formerly the Budget Inn at 10038 Valley Blvd., and the Hilda Solis Rose Court, formerly the M Motel at 10024 Valley Blvd.
New battery installation comes online in eastern Kern
A San Francisco-based energy company has flipped the switch on a $400 million battery installation next to its 4-year-old solar farm in the Rosamond area. Clearway Energy Group's 147-megawatt Rosamond Central Battery Energy Storage System is the company's first battery retrofit project, made up of lithium-ion batteries delivering power for four hours nightly to support the reliability of California's power grid.
California's Park Fire now among largest in state history as evacuation orders spread
The Park Fire burning in Northern California near Chico has now become one of the largest wildfires in state history as flames continue to spread, causing additional evacuations spread across four counties.
Father of SoCal teen found outside ABC7 arrested for child abduction, falsifying police report
The father of a 15-year-old girl who went missing for about a week in Monterey Park - before she was found safe outside ABC7's office in Glendale - was arrested Friday on suspicion of child abduction and other offenses.According to the Monterey Park Police Department, Jeffrey Chao is also suspected of conspiracy and falsifying a police report in connection with the disappearance of Alison Jillian Chao, who vanished July 16 but was found safe on Tuesday."The department's dedicated efforts and collaboration with other agencies were pivotal in resolving this critical situation and ensuring Alison Chao's safety," according to a statement...
$1 million starter home? It's the norm in 237 cities, according to Zillow
A $1 million starter home? Apparently, it's the norm in hundreds of cities!According to a recent study from Zillow, the typical "starter home" - which is defined as being among those in the lowest third of home values in a given region - is worth at least $1 million in 237 cities, the highest number of cities ever.Plus, almost half of those cities are in California.New York and New Jersey took the No. 2 and No. 3 spots on the list while Florida and Massachusetts rounded out the top five.According to Zillow, the typical starter home nationwide is worth less than $200,000, which is more of a down payment in Southern California."Home buyers are battling affordability and availability today. So much so that $1 million is the norm for a starter home in hundreds of cities," said Orphe Divounguy, a senior economist at Zillow. "However, it's looking more and more like there will be some good news ahead for first-time buyers. More homes are for sale, price cuts are on the rise, and buyers have a few more days to weigh their options as homes sit on the market."To read more about the Zillow analysis, click here.
Freeway connecting California to Las Vegas shut down after truck hauling batteries crashes
The entire 15 Freeway was shut down east of Barstow Friday after a big rig hauling lithium-ion batteries crashed and caught fire, blocking Southern California's link to Las Vegas for more than nine hours, officials said. The crash occurred just before 6 a.m. in the freeway's northbound lanes between Barstow and Baker, according...
How Flashfood app has helped California residents find discounted groceries
SACRAMENTO — Earlier this year, we told you about a new app that connects customers with discounted groceries that are about to expire. Now, customers are speaking out about their experience with the app and how they've managed to save a few bucks.Florence Mensah is always looking for a deal."My family is huge. We travel in a 15-seater van," she said. "So to save money on food, I was like, 'Yeah.' "She found out about the new Flashfood app on TikTok. Grocery stores partner with them and let customers know about discounted food that's getting close to its best-by date."So...
Gun safety group Giffords unveils $15M campaign to help Harris, other Democrats
The gun safety group Giffords unveiled a $15 million campaign to help Vice President Harris’s campaign and other Democrats. The organization, founded by former Rep. Gabby Giffords (D-Ariz.), is spending the money to reach voters through television, digital and mail advertisements. “The efforts will support elected allies up and down the ballot and promote policies…
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