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Black woman dies in California prison from heat over 110 degrees
A 42-year-old Black woman, Adrienne Boulware, has died in the custody of the California Department of Corrections at the Central California Women’s Facility in Chowchilla. On July 4, prison guards exposed Boulware to extreme temperatures outdoors during a heatwave for 15 minutes, leaving her with just a small glass of water in the over 110 F heat. Boulware began to exhibit symptoms of heat exhaustion almost immediately after returning indoors. Two days later, she passed away while receiving medical care. Elizabeth “Leesa” Nomura of the California Coalition for Women’s Prisoners joins Rattling the Bars to discuss Boulware’s tragic death, and what it reveals about the dangers prisons place incarcerated people in as the climate crisis intensifies.
Kamala Harris-backed bail fund that freed violent criminals back in spotlight
Vice President Kamala Harris is coming under renewed scrutiny as she embarks on her second White House bid over her promotion in 2020 of a bail fund that helped free convicts, including murderers and serial domestic abusers. Facing heightened pressure from his fellow Democrats, octogenarian President Joe Biden on Sunday dropped out of the 2024 […]
Dr. Vinson Eugene Allen and Dusk to Dawn Urgent Care Make a Historical Mark as the First African American Owned Chain of Urgent Care Facilities in the United States
Dusk to Dawn Urgent Care validated as the First African American Owned Urgent Care in the nation with chain locations. LOS ANGELES, CA / ACCESSWIRE / July 22, 2024 / Dr. Vinson Eugene Allen and Dusk to Dawn Urgent Care of California make a historical mark as the first African American owned chain of urgent cares in the United States. This milestone builds upon a previous achievement from September 4, 2020, when the medical pioneer was named the first African American to open a chain of urgent cares in Los Angeles; which led many to believe that Dusk to Dawn Urgent Care could be the nation's first black-owned Chain. The California PR firm Executive 1 Media Group executed a nationwide urgent care project in February of 2024 with a team of researchers from Ohio, Nevada and California.
3 gang members with prior convictions arrested in murder of Long Beach street vendor
The family of Yener Ramirez finally received the news on Monday that Long Beach police have arrested three suspects in connection to the murder in March of the beloved street vendor."Mr. Ramirez was a father like myself, a husband and a familiar face to those he served," said Long Beach Mayor Rex Richardson. "He was a beloved, hard working member of our community."Long Beach police announced the arrests of Raylon Akers, Rahman Abdallah and James Havlicheck, all documented gang members with prior convictions."These convictions range from auto theft and carrying concealed weapons to shooting at inhabited dwellings and evading police,"...
The Culver City Historical Society to Host a Look At the Hotel’s Rich History on July 23
Celebrating a Century: Culver Hotel Marks 100 Years with Special Presentation. The Culver City Historical Society will hold a special presentation on Tuesday, July 23, to celebrate the 100th anniversary of the Culver Hotel. The event will take place at 7 p.m. in the Multipurpose Room of the Veteran’s Memorial...
USPS honors 'Jeopardy!' icon Alex Trebek with stamp
LOS ANGELES (CNS) - A first-day-of-issue ceremony for a stamp honoring the late "Jeopardy!" host Alex Trebek was held in Culver City Monday on the 84th anniversary of his birth and in connection with the ongoing celebration of the game show's 60th anniversary. "My family and I were completely surprised...
‘Auditors’ Cause Tension but Aren’t Breaking Law
Disguised individuals with cameras have been seen recently recording video of residents in Burbank, Glendale and La Cañada Flintridge. Calling themselves “First Amendment auditors,” the individuals claim they are exercising their First Amendment rights and have been seen taking photos or recording video of people in public or public spaces such as libraries, police stations, sidewalks and parking lots.
Border Agents In California Find Shipment Of Cocaine, Meth Hidden In Tractor Trailer Frame
Smugglers get busted so often trying to hide their illegal drugs and money inside parts of cars and trucks it make one wonder if they are ever actually successful at pulling it off. Last week, it was someone trying to smuggle three-quarters of a million dollars into the United States...
Kamala Harris Charged with Covering up Corruption by Residents of Radioactive Treasure Island
California Senator Kamala Harris who is now running for President of the United States was accused on 3/14/19 with obstruction of justice and involved in a corruption cover-up at the contaminated radioactive SF Treasure Island site by two former residents Felita Sample and Andre Patterson. Both Sample and Patterson were...
Target offers to launch probe after shopper begs for self-checkout change – lines even stretched back to produce section
TARGET has said it will look into claims of clogging queues caused by a lack of available checkout kiosks at one of its stores. A shopper at the big box retailer fumed that lines were stretching back to the back of the shop - and demanded immediate action. "Target, please...
Suspects arrested after Rolex robbery in Beverly Hills
Three male suspects were arrested on July 17 after they allegedly stole a watch from a victim in Beverly Hills and led police on pursuits through multiple neighboring cities. The robbery occurred at approximately 2:55 p.m. near Charleville Avenue and Cañon Drive. The victim was sitting in a vehicle when he was approached by two men armed with handguns who demanded his wristwatch. The suspects stole a Rolex watch, ring and iPhone from the victim and fled in a vehicle driven by a third suspect, police said.
Media Expo, Fair Looks to Uplift Local Talent
The city is hosting its first Media Industry Expo and Job Fair on Aug. 1, aiming to provide attendees with resources for media careers. The event, co-hosted by Woodbury University and Burbank Public Library, will run from noon to 4 p.m. at Woodbury University. “The Media Industry Expo and Job...
TK to 4th Grade: Fostering Growth, Faith, and Lifelong Learning at Alverno Heights Academy
Transitional Kindergarten through Fourth Grade is a time for children to expand their love of learning, their ability to get along with others, and their interest in reaching out to the world. The children are involved in a classroom that is a loving and nurturing environment while engaging in daily activities that help foster their development and growth in the areas of academic, social, emotional, and gross/fine motor skills. Conversations about and explorations of spirituality, religion, and ethics at Alverno Heights Academy are woven naturally into the fabric of school life. They occur in classrooms, among faculty and students in the hallways, and at our weekly prayer service with Deacon Manuel Valencia and monthly student-led masses.
Monterey Park PD seeking information regarding missing teen girl
On Tuesday, at approximately 9:36 p.m., the Monterey Park Police Department began a missing person investigation into the whereabouts of 15-year-old Alison Jillian Chao, described as an Asian female, approximately 5-foot-2, weighing approximately 96 pounds, with black hair and brown eyes. Monterey Park detectives, in cooperation with local, county, state,...
Monterey Park PD Virtual Neighborhood Watch Meeting: Cyber Predators and Online Scams
The Monterey Park Police Department Community Engagement Bureau will host a Virtual Community Engagement Session on Wednesday, August 21, 2024, from 5:30 to 6:30 pm. The Monterey Park Police Department’s Detective Bureau will discuss how to keep your family safe from cyber predators and online scams. Monterey Park Police...
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