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3 L.A. residents busted with 'booster bags' for stealing retail merchandise

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:05:36 GMT

Three residents of Los Angeles were arrested in Ventura County earlier this month after they were found to be in possession of special bags that allow shoplifters to leave a store without triggering an alarm.On Dec. 1, Maicol Silva, 32, Geradin Gonzalez-Morales, 30, and Daniela Beltran-Rojas, 28, were arrested by Ventura County Sheriff's Department deputies as they left Camarillo Premium Outlets in Camarillo.Deputies responded to the outlet mall after receiving reports of a possible theft from one of the stores. An employee provided a description of the vehicle the thieves were driving, which allowed deputies to conduct a quick traffic stop.Deputies in Ventura County busted three L.A. residents for alleged retail theft and possession of burglary tools on Dec. 1, 2023 in Camarillo. (Ventura County Sheriff's Office)The car was searched and, according to law enforcement officials, a large amount of property from nearby businesses was located as well as several "booster bags." The incon...

Homeless man charged in attack on Jewish couple

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:05:36 GMT

LOS ANGELES - A homeless man was charged Tuesday with several felonies for allegedly attacking a Jewish couple in Beverly Hills.Jarris Silagi, 44, faces one count of attempted second-degree robbery, one count of elder or dependent adult abuse, infliction of injury, one count of assault with a deadly weapon, and two counts of assault by means of force likely to produce great bodily injury, the Los Angeles County District Attorney’s Office said.The attack occurred Saturday in the area of North Rexford Drive and North Santa Monica Boulevard as Raphy Nissel, 75, and his wife, Rebecca, were walking to their synagogue for the Sabbath.Raphy Nissel, 75, spoke out about after being attacked on Dec. 9, 2023, as he and his wife walked to synagogue in Beverly Hills. (KTLA)Authorities say Silagi charged at the Orthodox Jewish couple, striking Raphy in the head with a belt and causing him to bleed.“He hit my husband over the head, and he yelled, ‘Give me your earrings, Jew,’” Rebecca Nissel told ...

Dad paralyzed after trying to stop teen with gun near school

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:05:36 GMT

At 30 years old, a Colorado man found himself fighting for his life after being shot four times while trying to stop a teen from carrying a gun onto a school campus.Back in October, Angelo Duran was picking up his fourth-grade son from the Rocky Mountain Prep Southwest Elementary School in Denver. Duran said he saw the teen, who appeared to be going after another student near the school.Duran said he acted impulsively and went after him without calling 911, fearing a school shooting was about to take place. Homeless man charged in attack on Jewish couple in Beverly Hills "I approached him, and I told him, 'Hey man, like I'm not trying to hurt you. You are at my son’s school with a gun. I just can't look the other way. I'm here to get the gun from you,'" Duran said.But he said the teen took off running again."I chased him, and on a split notice, he turned around and shot me four times,” Duran said.One bullet is still in Duran's spine. It left him paralyzed, and he has been hospital...

Brenna Ashley Brewer Arrested after DUI Fatal Pedestrian Crash on Rock Boulevard [Sparks, NV]

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:05:36 GMT

24-Year-Old Suspect Arrested after Pedestrian Collision near Interstate 80SPARKS, NV (December 12, 2023) – Brenna Ashley Brewer was arrested Wednesday night after a pedestrian crash on Rock Boulevard and Interstate 80. Authorities responded to the scene shortly before 5:45 p.m., on December 6th.Reports indicate that Brewer, a 24-year-old, was driving east without headlights and ran a red light. Consequently, the vehicle collided with a pedestrian, propelling the victim onto the southbound lanes. Subsequently, the pedestrian was struck by the drivers of several other vehicles.Due to the severity of the injuries sustained, medical personnel pronounced the pedestrian deceased at the scene. Police officers tried to initiate a traffic stop, but Brewer fled, leading to a pursuit.Shortly after, Brewer collided with a concrete median, leading to her arrest at the intersection of Pyramid Way and C Street.Paramedics transported Brewer to Washoe County Jail, where she faces charges of DU...

James Michael Dewbre Killed in 2-Car Accident on US Highway 385 [Hockley County, TX]

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:05:36 GMT

50-Year-Old Man Pronounced Dead after Fatal Two-Vehicle Crash near American RoadHOCKLEY COUNTY, TX (December 12, 2023) – James Michael Dewbre died Monday afternoon in a 2-car crash on US Highway 385 and American Road. The incident occurred at approximately 12:20 p.m., on December 4th.Authorities report that Andrew Mitchell, 21, was traveling east on American Road when he neglected to stop at the intersection, resulting in a collision with a northbound vehicle driven by Dewbre. Shortly after, medical personnel pronounced Dewbre, aged 50, deceased at the scene. An ongoing investigation is actively seeking additional information, and further details will be provided as soon as they become available.No words can mend the broken hearts and sorrow felt during this delicate moment. Deepest condolences and sympathies are with the family and friends of James Michael Dewbre.Losing a loved one due to someone’s recklessness leaves a lasting impact on those left behind. Let the wrong...

N.H. Gov. Sununu backs Haley, hoping to stymie Trump

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:05:36 GMT

By Jeff Zeleny, Alison Main, Ebony Davis and Steve Contorno | CNNNew Hampshire Gov. Chris Sununu endorsed Republican presidential candidate Nikki Haley at a town hall Tuesday night in Manchester, the latest step in his long-running effort to slow Donald Trump’s march to the 2024 GOP nomination.“Let’s get this thing done. We’re all in on Nikki Haley, undoubtedly. You can feel the energy. You can feel it,” the fourth-term governor said.Sununu, who once considered a presidential bid of his own, joined the former South Carolina governor on the first night of her three-day campaign swing in New Hampshire. He has appeared with nearly all of the Republican candidates in recent months, sizing up their chances, but decided in recent days to back Haley and aggressively campaign on her behalf until the New Hampshire primary on January 23.“This is not a campaign,” Sununu said, imploring voters to move beyond Trump. “This is a movement.”Haley and Sununu appeared together at center stage, standin...

Argentina devalues peso to respond to economic ’emergency’

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:05:36 GMT

By Debora Rey | Associated PressBUENOS AIRES, Argentina — Argentina on Tuesday announced a sharp devaluation of its currency and cuts to energy and transportation subsidies as part of shock measures new President Javier Milei says are needed to deal with an economic “emergency.”Economy Minister Luis Caputo said in a televised message the Argentine peso will be devalued by 50% to 800 to the U.S. dollar from 400 pesos to the dollar.“For a few months, we’re going to be worse than before,” Milei said, two days after the libertarian was sworn in as president of the second largest economy in South America and immediately warned of tough measures.Milei said the country didn’t have time to consider other alternatives.Argentina is suffering 143% annual inflation, its currency has plunged and four in 10 Argentines are impoverished. The nation has also a yawning fiscal deficit, a trade deficit of $43 billion, plus a daunting $45 billion debt to the Internati...

Sale closed in Monte Sereno: $11.8 million for a two-bedroom home

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:05:36 GMT

16363 Ridgecrest Avenue – Google Street ViewA historic house located in the 16300 block of Ridgecrest Avenue in Monte Sereno has a new owner. The 1,691-square-foot property, built in 1924, was sold on Oct. 27, 2023. The $11,800,000 purchase price works out to $6,978 per square foot. The layout of this single-story home consists of two bedrooms and two bathrooms. Inside, a fireplace enhances the ambiance of the living area. Additionally, the house is equipped with a single carport.These nearby houses have also recently been sold:On Ridgecrest Avenue, Monte Sereno, in June 2023, a 1,941-square-foot home was sold for $3,200,000, a price per square foot of $1,649. The home has 2 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms.In July 2023, a 2,824-square-foot home on Hernandez Lane in Monte Sereno sold for $2,715,000, a price per square foot of $961. The home has 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms.A 3,400-square-foot home on the 18500 block of Beck Avenue in Monte Sereno sold in January 2023, for $4,729,000, a price ...

Letters: Investigation needed | Bring charges | Cease-fire veto | Urban gardens | Checks and balances | Ammunition plant

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:05:36 GMT

Submit your letter to the editor via this form. Read more Letters to the Editor.Police handling ofstandoff needs probeRe: “Arrest caps troubling dayslong standoff” (Page B1, Dec. 10)The Pleasant Hill Police Department and Central County SWAT’s abysmal handling of this standoff in the Sherman Oaks neighborhood demands an immediate independent investigation.To place the residents of this historically marginalized neighborhood in grave danger over three days is unconscionable.Mary Rae FoutsPleasant HillPerhaps charges willclean up CPS messRe: “Blame game erupts in baby’s fentanyl poisoning death” (Page A1, Nov. 15).Thanks to the East Bay Times for the excellent coverage of tragic baby deaths due to Fentanyl and the follow-up with Santa Clara County stating they tried to prevent the babies from going back to homes that had drugs. I would also like to point out all the other children left in horrible homes by child protective services (Sophia Mason in ...

Zelenskyy runs into GOP resistance to more Ukraine aid

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:05:36 GMT

By Lisa Mascaro, Aamer Madhani and Stephen Groves | Associated PressWASHINGTON — Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy told America his country was fighting for “our freedom and yours” as he made an impassioned plea Tuesday for Congress to approve more assistance to fight Russia’s invasion.But prospects for additional U.S. aid to Ukraine appeared seriously delayed, if not in grave doubt, despite his whirlwind diplomacy in Washington.After hours of talks on Capitol Hill, Zelenskyy spent more hours at the White House meeting with President Joe Biden and his aides about a way forward. The U.S. has already provided Ukraine $111 billion since Russian President Vladimir Putin launched his grinding invasion more than 21 months ago, but Republicans are insisting on linking any more money to strict U.S.-Mexico border security changes that Democrats decry.The White House is warning that if new money isn’t provided by year’s end it will have swift consequences f...