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Two Hospitalized after Single-Vehicle Crash on Baseline Road [Mesa, AZ]

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:08:02 GMT

Two CPA Employees Injured after Truck Crashes into Building near Power RoadMESA, AZ (July 13, 2023) – Thursday morning, police were called to a single-vehicle crash on Baseline and Power Road that injured two people.Police responded to the scene around 9:30 a.m., near Power Road on June 15th.According to reports, the driver of a truck crashed into a commercial building with people inside at the time. As a result, two people were hurt and one suffered a broken leg.Paramedics transported both injured victims to a nearby hospital for further treatment. Although, authorities have not yet released their identities.Following preliminary duties, officers suspected that impairment played a factor. At this time, it was not yet stated if the driver was arrested. Once available, further details will be provided about the single-vehicle crash on Baseline Road.It is important to always focus on the road and be aware of your surroundings when driving. Anticipate what the other drivers might...

Three Teenagers Injured in Rollover Collision on Highway 99 [Fresno, CA]

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:08:02 GMT

3 Hospitalized after Rollover Accident near Central AvenueFRESNO, CA (July 13, 2023) – Saturday evening, three teenagers sustained injuries in a rollover collision on Highway 99.Around 11:30 p.m., officers responded to the scene on the southbound lanes of the freeway near Central Avenue.Per reports, the driver of a Chevrolet Silverado pickup-truck swerved and side-swiped another truck before going down an embankment.The Chevy then overturned and crashed through an electric fence, damaging two RVs in a nearby parking lot. Amidst the chaos, a girl was ejected from the vehicle onto the road.Medics arrived and transported the 17-year-old driver, the ejected girl and another teenager sustained injuries. Paramedics took all three victims to Community Regional Medical Center for further treatment.At this time, an active investigation to determine further information is still currently underway. Once available, more details will be provided about the rollover collision on Highway 99.One sma...

Outfest Los Angeles: More to Fight For on Film

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:08:02 GMT

As with Pride events last month, this bears repeating: the anti-gay and active normalization of hate by politicians in certain parts of the country and on social media, has made everything reflecting LGBTQ culture in 2023 more significant and vital. Outfest Los Angeles LGBTQ+ Film Festival, now in its 41st year, begins this week and it is no exception. There is strength in numbers and Outfest’s packed 11 days of programming serves as an important counter to the bigotry that some seek to sow in our country.In June, important events like this can get lost in the rainbow-hued happenings, so it’s nice that this event happens later. Queer creators, story-tellers and allies in entertainment are showcased in 23 venues across Los Angeles, and it’s all headquartered in the Directors Guild of America in West Hollywood. (At press time, SAG-AFTRA announced its strike alongside the WGA, so check the event’s social media for updates as to how it might affect the schedule).As of now,  Outfest Los ...

Rare do-over in California Capitol revives bill to toughen child sex-trafficking penalties

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:08:02 GMT

A bill that would declare child sex-trafficking a serious felony and toughen sentences for the crime would seem like an easy sell to most politicians. But not in Sacramento this week.California’s ruling Democrats have been working for years to reduce criminal penalties under the banner of social justice, hearkening to reformers who say the criminal justice system is stacked against the poor and racial minorities. On Wednesday, however, some Democratic lawmakers went a step too far for Gov. Gavin Newsom and newly named Assembly Speaker Robert Rivas.After six Democrats refused to vote the Republican child sex trafficking bill, SB 14, out of the Assembly Public Safety Committee, Newsom and Rivas intervened, and on Thursday, under pressure, the committee changed course and revived the bill.It was a rare rebuke from a governor with presidential aspirations and a signal that Democratic leaders in California must be wary about being labeled as “soft on crime.”“This ...

Man arrested after trying to steal catalytic converter in Walnut Creek: police

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:08:02 GMT

(KRON) -- A man was arrested for trying to steal a catalytic converter overnight Thursday, the Walnut Creek Police Department said on social media. The attempted theft happened around 3:48 a.m. on the 2700 block of Larkey Lane. Menacing band of car burglars caught on camera roaming Antioch neighborhood One Walnut Creek citizen told police someone was underneath a parked car with a flashlight, and she could hear loud grinding noises. WCPD officers were able to arrive on scene in time to arrest Brian Dodds, 41, of Walnut Creek.The suspect was arrested for an attempted theft charge, along with other charges, according to WCPD. He is also facing a charge of a felon in possession of firearms. Photos of the firearms involved in this case can be viewed below.(Walnut Creek Police Department)(Walnut Creek Police Department)(Walnut Creek Police Department)(Walnut Creek Police Department)KRON On is streaming news live now.embed-container { position: relative; padding-bottom: 56.25%; height: ...

Woman arrested after standoff on American Canyon highway

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:08:02 GMT

(KRON) -- A woman was arrested on Thursday morning after a short standoff with the American Canyon Police Department, police said. The incident began when the suspect was stopped on the highway and refused to comply with officers. ACPD said the officers spotted a stolen 2019 Nissan Sentra going southbound on Highway 29 before 9:30 a.m. When a traffic stop was conducted, the driver refused to get out of the car, police said. Menacing band of car burglars caught on camera roaming Antioch neighborhood A short standoff ensued, and police shut down the southbound lanes of the highway near Mid City Nursery at 3635 Broadway Street. The Napa County Sheriff's Office deployed a drone to assist the officers, and it showed the driver repeatedly reaching into a wooden box inside the car, per ACPD. After police gave more commands and the driver continued not to comply, police fired "bean bag rounds" at the car. The suspect then exited the car and was detained. She was not injured, police said. ...

Coyotes cutting ties with new free agent Galchenyuk following arrest on multiple charges

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:08:02 GMT

SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. (AP) — The Arizona Coyotes have placed newly signed free agent forward Alex Galchenyuk on unconditional waivers and plan to terminate his contract following his arrest on multiple charges over the weekend.A Scottsdale Police Department spokesperson said Thursday that Galchenyuk was arrested Sunday on charges of private property hit and run, disorderly conduct, failure to obey, resisting arrest and threatening or intimidating. The spokesperson said the hit and run was only property damage and no injuries occurred. Galchenyuk was booked into the Scottsdale city jail on misdemeanor charges and released the next day on his own recognizance.“The Arizona Coyotes have placed forward Alex Galchenyuk on unconditional waivers for purposes of terminating his contract,” the team said in a statement Thursday. “The Club will have no further comment at this time.”The NHL Players Association said it is reviewing the matter.The Coyotes signed Galchenyuk to a one-year, $775,000 cont...

Former LSU women’s basketball standout Danielle Ballard fatally struck by car

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:08:02 GMT

MEMPHIS, Tenn. (AP) — Former LSU women’s basketball player Danielle Ballard died Thursday after being struck by a car.Memphis police said Ballard, 29, “succumbed to her injuries” at a hospital after being taken from the scene of an accident that was reported to emergency dispatchers at 1:26 a.m.Authorities have not identified the driver of the vehicle that struck Ballard or provided further details, saying an investigation was ongoing and in its preliminary stages. Ballard, who grew up in Memphis, played guard for LSU from 2012 to 2015. She averaged 12.1 points, 6.8 rebounds and 2.8 assists and was among the Tigers’ top players when they advanced to the third round of the 2013 and 2014 NCAA Tournaments. She also was named All-SEC in 2015.“We are deeply saddened by the passing of Danielle,” LSU said in a statement. “She meant a great deal to our program and was such a big part of our women’s basketball family. It’s difficult to understand why this happened to someon...

Florida man gets 18 years in federal prison for supporting Islamic State extremist group

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:08:02 GMT

TAMPA, Fla. (AP) — A Florida man accused in 2020 of plotting terror attacks in the U.S. and acquiring an arsenal of weapons was sentenced Thursday to 18 years in federal prison.Mohammed Al-Azhari, a 26-year-old U.S. citizen, was sentenced in Tampa federal court, according to court records. He pleaded guilty in February to attempting to provide material support to the Islamic State extremist group.Al-Azhari admitted in court papers that he scouted potential terrorism targets in the Tampa Bay area, sought to acquire multiple weapons and pledged an oath of allegiance to the Islamic State. The FBI recorded many conversations between Al-Azhari and confidential or undercover sources in which he discussed avenging imprisoned Islamic State fighters and using violence to oppose U.S. military actions in the Middle East.An FBI affidavit says Al-Azhari was recorded as expressing admiration for Omar Mateen, the deceased shooter at the Orlando Pulse nightclub massacre in 2016. In a conversation w...

Memphis Grizzlies forward Kenneth Lofton among undrafted players shining in summer league

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:08:02 GMT

Memphis Grizzlies forward Kenneth Lofton Jr. is among several undrafted players making an impact in the Las Vegas summer league.The former Louisiana Tech standout who was not selected in 2022 is averaging 20.7 points and 6.7 rebounds in three games while shooting 58% from the field.Lofton uses his 6-foot-6, 275-pound frame to seemingly score at will. He was the G-League Rookie of the Year for the Memphis Hustle last season and later got his two-way contract converted into a regular deal. He took advantage of a call-up to the Grizzlies and had 42 points and 14 rebounds against the Oklahoma City Thunder in the team’s regular-season finale.In Las Vegas, he scored 23 points against the Chicago Bulls in the Grizzlies’ opener on July 8 and had 24 points and 10 rebounds against the Los Angeles Clippers on Wednesday.Other undrafted players who have stood out:— Golden State guard Lester Quinones, undrafted out of Memphis in 2022, is the No. 3 scorer in Las Vegas with 24 points per game...