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Jury's Out: Is honking illegal in California?

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 16:13:54 GMT

A U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals recently ruled against a woman who was ticketed for honking her car horn in support of protesters. The judges say honking your horn is not free speech. Legal expert Alison Triessl explains.Triessl also addresses whether or not the Menendez brothers could get a new trial. The idea comes after a Peacock docuseries, "Menendez and Menudo: Boys Betrayed," introduces new rape allegations against the brothers' father.Plus, can fans sue an artist for canceling a concert? Triessl shares why that type of lawsuit likely wouldn't get very far in court.This segment aired on KTLA's Off the Clock on May 1, 2023.

Jose Elizalda Involved, Woman Killed in Pedestrian Collision on 2nd Avenue [Hesperia, CA]

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 16:13:54 GMT

Woman Pronounced Dead after Pedestrian Accident on Bear Valley RoadHESPERIA, CA (May 1, 2023) – Late Monday night, Jose Elizalda was involved in a fatal pedestrian collision on 2nd Avenue.Authorities responded to the scene around 11:15 p.m., near Bear Valley Road on April 24th.Upon arrival, deputies from San Bernardino County Fire learned that a woman attempted to cross Bear Valley Road when she was struck by an eastbound Lexus I250 driven by 52-year-old Elizalda.Shortly after, another driver rear-ended a vehicle that attempting to avoid striking the woman and caused it to overturn. Although, no injuries were reported in the second collision.Due to the extent of injuries sustained, officers pronounced the female pedestrian dead at the scene.Emergency crews blocked off the eastbound lanes of Bear Valley Road for several hours. Following preliminary duties, police do not believe that alcohol or drugs played a factor. However, an active investigation is still currently underway.N...

Pedestrian Injured in Two-Vehicle Crash near 32nd Street [Phoenix, AZ]

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 16:13:54 GMT

Two-Vehicle Collision Near Loop 202 Injured One PedestrianPHOENIX, AZ (May 1, 2023) – Early Saturday morning, a pedestrian was injured following a two-vehicle crash near 32nd Street.According to the Arizona Department of Transportation, the incident happened at around 3:30 a.m., April 22nd, involving two vehicles and a pedestrian.Furthermore, the police stated that the reason was not yet determined why the pedestrian was in the highway at that time.Meanwhile, the Loop 202 Red Mountain Freeway was blocked during the length of the investigation.Consequently, the westbound lanes were lifted at around 7:00 a.m. while the eastbound lanes were reopened at 8:00 a.m.No additional information was added by the authorities and an active investigation is still ongoing.Just like a driver is expected to be responsible and abide by all traffic laws, pedestrians also have to behave reasonably and responsibly. If you are buzzed or drunk, it is better to request a paid ride home. You can also r...

Man Killed in Multi-Car Accident on 5 Freeway [Pacoima, CA]

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 16:13:54 GMT

Man Pronounced Dead after Rollover Collision near 118 FreewayPACOIMA, CA (May 1, 2023) – Early Tuesday morning, one man was pronounced dead after a multi-car accident on 5 Freeway.The incident occurred at 12:08 a.m., on the northbound lanes of Golden State Freeway near northbound Ronald Reagan (118) Freeway on April 25th.First responders located one vehicle that was overturned in a nearby embankment. Due to the extent of injuries sustained, medics pronounced one man dead at the scene.At this time, an active investigation to determine more details is still underway. Those with further information regarding the accident are encouraged to contact local authorities as soon as possible.Once available, more information will be released.In this sorrowful time, the Sweet James team would like to extend their heartfelt condolences to the family of the deceased man. May you find comfort and strength during this difficult time.Reach out to Sweet James if you have been involved in a multi...

Diana Piastowski Killed in Truck Crash near McClintock Drive [Tempe, AZ]

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 16:13:54 GMT

60-Year-Old Woman Killed in Traffic Accident near Curry RoadTEMPE, AZ (May 1, 2023) – Friday morning, police responded to a crash that claimed the life of Diana Piastowski.The incident took place near McClintock Drive and Curry Road at around 6:10 a.m., April 21st.Upon investigation, the officers learned that the truck was heading north on McClintock Drive and made a turn on a private drive on Curry Road.Furthermore, 60-year-old Piastowski was walking in an unknown direction on the sidewalk when she was struck.Consequently, the police stated that impairment was not the factor of the incident and the driver remained at the scene.Also, the highways were blocked during the period of the incident. The crash is still under investigation.Those with further information regarding the accident are encouraged to contact local authorities as soon as possible.No words can mend the broken hearts and sorrow felt during this delicate moment. Deepest condolences and sympathies are with the fa...

Muoi Ong Killed in Hit-and-Run Crash on Aldama Street [Highland Park, CA]

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 16:13:54 GMT

Pedestrian Collision near Irving Place Left a 65-Year-Old Woman DeadHIGHLAND PARK, CA (May 1, 2023) – Friday morning, a hit-and-run pedestrian crash claimed the life of Muoi Ong.The incident happened on March 17th, at around 8:30 a.m., at the 5600 block of Aldama Street.According to reports, a dark-colored Chevrolet Tahoe was seen speeding in the area. Meanwhile, Ong was crossing the street when the Tahoe collided with her. The impact of the collision left her with serious injuries.Following the collision, the driver of the Tahoe fled the scene without rendering aid to the victim.Emergency crews arrived shortly after and pronounced 65-year-old Muoi Ong dead at the scene.After investigations, authorities discovered a new surveillance video of the vehicle from different angles and released it on Wednesday, April 26th. Police have offered a $50,000 reward to anyone with information leading to the arrest of the suspect.Anyone with information is urged to call Detective Ramirez or ...

Facebook owner chops more than 1,500 Bay Area jobs as tech layoffs soar

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 16:13:54 GMT

Facebook app owner Meta Platforms has disclosed plans to chop more than 1,500 jobs in the Bay Area, layoffs that suggest the region’s waves of tech cutbacks have yet to relent.The most recent Meta Platform layoffs are slated to affect the tech company’s workers in Menlo Park, Sunnyvale, Burlingame, San Francisco and Fremont, according to WARN notices filed on April 24 with the state Employment Development Department.Meta Platforms has now revealed plans to eliminate slightly over 4,000 jobs in the Bay Area, based on filings during 2022 and so far in 2023.During late 2022, Meta Platforms revealed plans to chop 2,564 jobs in the same five cities as the latest round of layoffs. The 1,506 layoffs that Meta Platforms disclosed in April means that the tech titan has decided to chop 4,070 jobs in the Bay Area, this news organiztion’s review of the EDD WARN notices shows.The most recently disclosed layoffs are slated to occur around June 23. Some of the Menlo Park layoffs ...

Trader Joe's union vote at Oakland location certified by National Labor Relations Board

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 16:13:54 GMT

(BCN) -- The National Labor Relations Board certified the newly formed union of employees at an Oakland Trader Joe's Friday. Employees at the store on College Avenue voted 73-53 on April 20 to become the first Trader Joe's location in California, and fourth in the nation, to unionize. Caught on Video: French bulldog stolen during smash-and-grab in Oakland "We are thrilled to be certified and can't wait to sit at the bargaining table and work toward a contract that will improve our pay, benefits, and working conditions," said Dominique Bernardo, a crew member and organizer at the Oakland store. The store joins three others around the country that have joined the Trader Joe's United union. Trader Joe's has filed objections to one of those elections, at a store in Kentucky, and a final ruling is still pending. The certification of the Oakland vote by the labor board means that Trader Joe's must negotiate a new contract in good faith with the union, which will join negotiations...

Redwood City police search for suspect in fatal hit-and-run

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 16:13:54 GMT

(KRON) -- The Redwood City Police Department is searching for information on a suspect connected to a deadly hit-and-run that happened in March. Officials said the incident occurred on March 31 around 9:23 p.m.The hit-and-run took place on the 1100 block of Veterans Boulevard near Walnut Street and Maple Street. KRON4 previously reported that officers responded to a collision involving a bicyclist and a vehicle. Pedestrian killed in crash in San Jose Police said they have limited information on the suspect. But they believe the suspect vehicle is a late 1990's Toyota or Honda sedan, either gold or white in color. There is no description of the driver available.If anyone has any information regarding this case, contact Detective James Schneider at 650-780-7607.

Review: In ‘Homegrown,’ Jeffrey Toobin looks at far right

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 16:13:54 GMT

“Homegrown: Timothy McVeigh and the Rise of Right-Wing Extremism,” by Jeffrey Toobin (Simon & Schuster)In the nearly three decades that have passed since the Oklahoma City bombing, one of the most chilling aspects of the attack is how Timothy McVeigh was radicalized into the domestic terrorist he became.The bombing of the Alfred P. Murrah Building that killed 168 people occurred long before 4chan, Twitter or Facebook. Instead, McVeigh and coconspirator Terry Nichols connected with extremist voices through much simpler means such as gun shows, right-wing publications and radio programs.In “Homegrown: Timothy McVeigh and the Rise of Right-Wing Extremism,” legal analyst Jeffrey Toobin provides the most authoritative and compelling history of the 1995 Oklahoma City bombing to date. But what makes it such a gripping read is how Toobin puts the attack in context of an extremist, anti-government movement that has accelerated in the Internet age and eventually led to the Jan. 6 insurrec...