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Arson probe launched after car is engulfed in flames in Compton, allegedly torched by street racers
An arson investigation is underway in Compton after street racers allegedly set a car on fire.It happened just after midnight Saturday in the parking lot of a CVS Pharmacy store on Central Avenue and Alondra Boulevard.Authorities said they initially responded to the area after receiving reports of a street takeover. When they arrived, the crowds dispersed and they found a car on fire.No arrests have been made.The incident remains under investigation.
Judge won’t dismiss manslaughter case against 2 SoCal police officers
LOS ANGELES - A Los Angeles superior court judge rejected a defense effort on Friday to dismiss a manslaughter indictment against two former Torrance police officers in the 2018 shooting death of a young Black man sitting in a suspected stolen car with an air rifle. Judge Sam Ohta declined...
Redondo Pier Hot Dog on a Stick to close after 62 years
“No, no,” came the answer on the phone. “He’s on his yacht in the Bahamas.”. “Let me look, no, it doesn’t look like he’s going to be back.”. This was Steve, the Redondo Pier Hot Dog On a Stick maintenance guy, bringing in supplies “for the girls” Aug. 20 at 11 a.m.
Football Recap: Newbury Park Starts Season with Win at Home
Newbury Park gave their fans exactly what they wanted out of a home opener on Friday. They claimed a resounding 52-15 victory over the Millikan Rams at home. Brady Smigiel had an outrageously good game as he threw for 268 yards and four touchdowns, and also rushed for 77 yards and two touchdowns. Alberto Ayon was Smigiel's top target, picking up 139 receiving yards and a touchdown.
Flooded problems: Fed policies may cost residents more, but still leave them at risk
An Associated Press review has found that thousands of people may be paying more for flood insurance or remain unaware of the dangers of dam failures because of conflicting federal policies. The Federal Emergency Management Agency offers a way for communities to earn discounts on flood insurance by taking steps to reduce risks. One option is to share information about places that could get inundated if a dam were to fail. But some federal agencies, such as the Bureau of Reclamation, have restricted the release of inundation maps for their dams. The bureau told the AP it plans to relax restrictions over the next eight years.
California Issues More Marijuana Recalls for Illegal Pesticide Use
The Marijuana Herald - Marijuana news and information California officials have issued a mandatory recall of two additional marijuana products for using an illegal pesticide. On Thursday, the Department of Cannabis Control (DCC) issued a consumer advisory regarding the mandatory recall of the following legal marijuana products: Jack Herer Curepen premium THC oil vape cartridge, 1,000 milligrams. Animal Cookies Live Resin Diamonds concentrate, … Continue reading The post California Issues More Marijuana Recalls for Illegal Pesticide Use appeared first on The Marijuana Herald.
‘Don’t forget who you are,’ says outgoing Cal Cities President Daniel Parra
Kayla Sherwood is a contributing editor for Western City. She can be reached at ksherwood@calcities.org. Fowler Mayor Daniel Parra will conclude his 2023-24 term as League of California Cities President in October. He sat down with Western City to reflect on his term as president, his path to local office, and his advice for young leaders. This conversation has been edited for length and clarity.
‘Welcome to Plathville’ Star Ethan Plath ‘Definitely’ Won’t Visit Ex-Wife Olivia on California Trip
Welcome to Plathville’s Ethan Plath recently arrived in California after traveling from Minnesota on his motorcycle, but he won’t be paying a visit to his ex-wife Olivia Plath while he’s in the state. Ethan, 26, shared a series of photos of his road trip via Instagram on Saturday, August 31, captioning the post, “Over 10,000 […]
‘We don’t want this!’ rage shoppers after self-checkout item ban as millions of Americans forced to pay extra fee
A PROPOSED ban on an item at self-checkout has left some shoppers up in arms. The change would affect millions of Americans, leaving them paying an extra fee for the grocery essential. Customers in California could be directly affected starting in September, as officials in Encinitas, north of San Diego, vote on Senate Bill (SB) […]
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