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Stretches of 15, 10 and 5 freeways in SoCal among the deadliest roads in the state, report says
Deaths from car crashes jumped in California between 2018 and 2022, with several of those traffic fatalities occurring in the Southland, according to a recent report.ConsumerAffairs found fatal car crashes rose by 17% during that four-year span, despite a population decline in the state.Researchers looked at data from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration to understand where deadly crashes happen and their contributing factors.Interstate 5, which runs through California, was the state's deadliest road in 2022. There was a total of 128 deaths that year, the report said.ConsumerAffairs also analyzed the deadliest stretches of roads in the state. The 15...
San Bernardino County secures $1M for Glen Helen improvements
San Bernardino County Regional Parks has successfully acquired $1 million in federal funding to enhance Glen Helen Regional Park. The project will focus on playground upgrades, including the installation of essential shade structures to safeguard playground equipment. Additionally, Regional Parks aims to enhance the park’s accessibility, ensuring that all visitors, regardless of ability, can enjoy its amenities.
Van Nuys Man Arrested for Felony DUI Boating After Collision on Colorado River
In a report from the San Bernardino County Sheriff-Coroner Department, a 23-year-old Van Nuys resident, Juan Chavez Mendez was arrested for felony reckless boating under the influence following a collision on the Colorado River. According to the official statement, the incident occurred near the 800 Block of Beach Drive in Needles, CA, on the evening of June 29, 2024. Deputies from the Colorado River Station Marine Enforcement Unit responded to the situation at approximately 7:30 p.m. after receiving a report about the boat accident.
Hesperia man accused of $30,000 contracting scam, additional victims sought
Investigators are looking for potential additional victims after a Hesperia man was arrested this week on suspicion of stealing $30,000 from a Crestline homeowner through a contracting scam, authorities said. Ruben Concepcion, 30, was booked on suspicion of grand theft and theft by false pretenses after being taken into custody...
Arthur J. Gallagher Acquires Cornerstone in California
Arthur J. Gallagher & Co. acquired Rancho Cucamonga, California-based Cornerstone Commercial & Personal Insurance Services Inc. Phil Hakopian, Allison Hakopian and their team will remain in their current location under the direction of Scott Firestone, head of Gallagher’s Southwest region retail property/casualty brokerage operations. Cornerstone is a retail insurance...
Deputies receive Medals of Valor for fire rescues in Apple Valley, Adelanto
Four High Desert-based San Bernardino County Sheriff's Department deputies were among 25 recipients of Medals of Valor last week, including one who was recognized with an award for two separate incidents. The deputies were recognized for their heroism in rescuing community members from burning buildings on three separate occasions in...
Triple-digit temps expected to bake the Victor Valley
After dealing with high temperatures in the 90s, the Victor Valley is expected to experience at least a week of consecutive 100 degree-plus days. An excessive heat wave is expected to begin Tuesday and possibly last beyond early next week, according to the National Weather Service. High temperatures across the...
Loma Linda VA system co-hosts Indian health outreach event
VA Loma Linda Healthcare System (VALLHS) and Riverside-San Bernardino County Indian Health, Inc. (RSBCIHI) co-hosted a Bringing VA Benefits Home PACT Act outreach event at the Soboba Indian Health Clinic June 11. Over 100 people attended the event which featured resources and representatives from 36 VA and partner agency programs...
Motorcyclist Injured in Solo Crash on Southbound 15 Freeway in Hesperia
HESPERIA, Calif. (VVNG.com) — A motorcyclist sustained injuries in a crash Tuesday afternoon on the 15 freeway. The solo-vehicle incident was reported on July 2, 2024, at 4:51 PM, on the southbound 15 and the US Highway 395 on-ramp. According to the California Highway Patrol (CHP) incident logs, a...
Family-Run Theft Operation Busted by LAPD and SMPD in Southern California
The LAPD and SMPD successfully dismantled a family-run theft operation in Southern California, arresting Jacqueline Parker and her two sons, Timothy Gamble and Brent Parker. The Parker family's theft spree, impacting 25 businesses over three months and causing over $650,000 in losses. The trio faces nearly 50 felony counts, including...
Excessive heat warning issued for Inland Empire
The National Weather Service has issued an excessive heat warning for the Inland Empire starting Friday and through this weekend. The agency says temperatures are expected to exceed 100 degrees in some places this weekend. Parts of the Coachella Valley could peak at 119 degrees in the daytime. Elizabeth Adams,...
4 people strike gold with lottery scratchers in Southern California
Four lucky Southern California residents recently scratched their way to small fortunes with California Lottery Scratcher games, lottery officials announced. The biggest winner was Jose Garfias, who won $7 million from an Xtreme Crosswords Scratcher ticket sold at Sweet Time Donuts in Compton. Douglas Colton won $5 million on a Year of Fortune Scratcher, which […]
Traffic grinds to a halt after a horse is killed on the I-5 Freeway
Traffic slowed down on the I-5 Freeway Tuesday night after a runaway horse died in one of the lanes. The California Highway Patrol said three horses started running across several lanes of the busy highway a little before 9:00 p.m., near the transition road on the westbound 210 Freeway close to the Newhall Pass. Two horses died after colliding with a car in the middle lane. It eventually died in the No. 4 lane. The driver pulled over to the side of the freeway as some passersby tried to wrangle another horse. It's unclear how the horses got on the freeway.
Winning Mega Millions lottery tickets sold in California and Texas
INGLEWOOD – There were no tickets sold with all six numbers in Tuesday (July 2) evening’s drawing of the multi-state Mega Millions lottery. Two tickets were sold matching five numbers in California and Texas. The ticket sold in California was sold at a gas station in the 400...
Governor Newsom announced California secured a grant to help with the Thompson Fire
CALIFORNIA - Governor Gavin Newsom announced that California has secured a Fire Management Assistance Grant from the Federal Emergency Management Agency to help make sure vital resources are available to help with the suppression of the Thompson Fire. The fire is burning in the area of Cherokee Road and Thompson...
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