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Several SoCal residents among defendants in federal racketeering scheme to steal from bank accounts

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:34:37 GMT

Several Southern California residents are among five defendants charged in a federal racketeering scheme to steal millions of dollars from consumers’ bank accounts, officials announced Wednesday.A total of 14 people were charged in the seven-count indictment alleging conspiracy to violate the RICO Act, according to the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Central District of California.Members of the criminal enterprise allegedly created shell companies that claimed to offer products or services such as cloud storage, according to the indictment. After obtaining identifying and banking information of the victims, the defendants allegedly “executed unauthorized debits against victims’ bank accounts, which it falsely represented to banks were authorized by the victims,” officials said.Because some of the unauthorized debits ended in returned transactions, the enterprise’s shell companies also generated “micro debits” against other bank accounts, officials said.The micro debits then allegedl...

One California location named among the 'most beautiful' places in the world

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:34:37 GMT

From the breathtaking ocean views, lush forests and monumental natural wonders, the world has many beautiful sights to offer, with one located right here in the Golden State.A new report from Travel and Leisure, a travel publication, considered Big Sur one of the world's most “beautiful” places.Known for its breathtaking coastline, Big Sur has a roughly 90-mile stretch of forest and beach scenery. These are the most photographed parks in California, Yelp says In the area, visitors can see the California condors, visit local parks, or see migrating whales or sea otters laying on dense beds of kelp, according to the Visit California website.Big Sur was the only California destination that was included on the list.The report also considered Zion National Park in Utah, the Grand Canyon in Arizona and Crater Lake National Park in Oregon to be a few of the “most beautiful” places in the world. The newest California theme park attractions to check out this summer Abroad, destinations l...

1 Fatally Struck in Motorcycle Crash on Fruitridge Road [Sacramento, CA]

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:34:37 GMT

Rider Pronounced Dead after Motorcycle Collision on Nona WaySACRAMENTO, CA (May 3, 2023) – Thursday morning, a rider was killed in a motorcycle crash on Fruitridge Road.Dispatchers arrived to the scene around 7:00 a.m., near Nona Way on April 27th after receiving multiple calls in the area.Per reports, the driver of an eastbound vehicle made a left turn onto Fruitridge and struck a male motorcyclist.Upon impact, the rider who was not wearing a helmet was ejected onto the road and landed 20 feet away. Paramedics arrived and transported him to a nearby hospital where he later died.Meanwhile, the involved driver remained at the scene and cooperated with the investigation. Following preliminary duties, officers determined that alcohol or drugs were not a factor.At this time, the motorcycle crash is still under investigation and any witnesses are encouraged to contact authorities.The team at Sweet James offers their warm and sincerest sympathies to the friends and family of the dec...

One Pronounced Dead Following Fiery Crash near Scottsdale Road [Tempe, AZ]

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:34:37 GMT

Deadly Fiery Car Accident near Rio Salado Left One Person DeadTEMPE, AZ (May 3, 2023) – Early Wednesday morning, one person died following a crash near Scottsdale Road, police said.On April 26th, at around 3:00 a.m., officers responded to the area where they located a vehicle engulfed in flames.According to the police, one person was still inside the vehicle while it was submerged in the fire.Furthermore, the firefighters put out the fire and extricated the person inside. Unfortunately, the person was pronounced dead.Meanwhile, there was no information available on the identity of the victim at this time.Consequently, the deputies blocked the intersection throughout the morning until it was reopened.No additional information was released by the officials and an active investigation is still ongoing.Sweet James sends out their heartfelt sympathies to the friends and family of the victim who are grieving over the loss of their loved one.Losing a loved one in an accident is alway...

Pac-12 football: What we learned from spring practice (it’s not all about Deion … or is it?)

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:34:37 GMT

Pac-12 football programs experienced exactly the type of spring practice they wanted ahead of the most anticipated season in years: an uneventful one (with the exception of Colorado).There were no trajectory-altering injuries, no chemistry-rattling incidents and no headline-generating developments across the footprint (with the exception of Colorado).While uncertainty over the future of the conference lingered — the media rights negotiations have entered their 11th month — the on-field product appears relatively stable.Quarterback competitions and leadership vacuums are sparse, and havoc caused by the transfer portal appears contained to a few position groups on a handful of teams (with the exception of, eh, never mind).The conference began the offseason cycle with at least four teams (Utah, Washington, Oregon and USC), and as many as six (UCLA and Oregon State), likely to appear in the AP preseason poll.It’s ending spring practice in the same situation.So what did...

Detached house sells for $2.6 million in Piedmont

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:34:37 GMT

665 Blair Avenue – Google Street ViewThe spacious property located in the 600 block of Blair Avenue in Piedmont was sold on March 17, 2023 for $2,600,000, or $786 per square foot. The house, built in 1936, has an interior space of 3,306 square feet. The property features four bedrooms, four baths, a garage, and two parking spaces. It sits on a 6,106-square-foot lot.Additional houses have recently been purchased nearby:A 2,109-square-foot home on the 300 block of Scenic Avenue in Piedmont sold in September 2022, for $2,425,000, a price per square foot of $1,150. The home has 3 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms.In June 2022, a 3,837-square-foot home on Bellevue Avenue in Piedmont sold for $4,000,000, a price per square foot of $1,042. The home has 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms.On Dudley Court, Piedmont, in March 2022, a 2,322-square-foot home was sold for $2,425,000, a price per square foot of $1,044. The home has 3 bedrooms and. 

San Mateo County Sheriff’s Office hosting gun buyback event

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:34:37 GMT

SAN MATEO COUNTY — Officials will pay as much as $200 for unloaded firearms Saturday as part of the San Mateo County Gun Buy-Back Program, which hosts two events per year.Running from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the parking lot of the North County Courthouse at 1050 Mission Road in South San Francisco, the San Mateo County Sheriff’s Office alongside other agencies will purchase guns from the public with no questions asked, according to a news release.“Our gun buyback event provides a safe and anonymous way for community members to turn in firearms they no longer need or want,” said Sheriff Christina Corpus. “By participating in this event, you are helping to keep our communities safer by reducing the number of guns in circulation. We encourage all residents to consider taking advantage of this opportunity to make a positive impact in our community.”The county will pay $50 for non-functioning firearms, $100 for handguns, shotguns or rifles and $200 for assault weapons as c...

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Eighties rock anthem dropped as SF Pride's theme after singer's controversial tweet

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:34:37 GMT

SAN FRANCISCO (KRON) -- Twisted Sister's '80s rock classic, "We're Not Gonna Take It" has been dropped as the unofficial anthem of this year's SF Pride Parade & Celebration following a controversial tweet from the band's lead singer, the festival confirmed to KRON4. The festival was on the cusp of officially announcing the song as Pride's "unofficial rallying cry" and Twister Sister front man Dee Snider was due to perform the song on the festival's main stage. 2 San Francisco Nordstroms closing this summer However, the relationship between the flamboyant rocker and the festival broke down after Snider tweeted his support for a statement from Kiss front man Paul Stanley that's been widely panned as transphobic.On Sunday, Stanley tweeted out a lengthy statement, that read in part, "With many children who have no real sense of sexuality or sexual experiences caught up in the 'fun' of using pronouns and saying what they identify as, some adults mistakenly confuse teaching acceptan...

How to Not Get Arrested After Killing Someone in Public

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:34:37 GMT

Typically, when dozens of people witness someone killing another person in a public space, one of two things happens: The killer is arrested or they flee. The tabloids might dub them “subway killer.”None of that happened on Monday after a 24-year-old white former U.S. Marine whose name has not been made public killed 30-year-old Jordan Neely, who was Black, on an F train in the NoHo area of Manhattan. The 24-year-old man did not flee. He was not arrested. And the tabloids — along with more respected news outlets — issued glowing appraisals of him.The unusual treatment may have had something to do with the victim: Neely was unhoused and had a history of mental illness.Neely was shouting in a way that made subway riders uncomfortable and reportedly made threats to some riders. He was asking for food shortly before the 24-year-old strangled him to death.Police took the subway rider into custody briefly for questioning then released him shortly afterward.For advocates working on issues ...