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Arizona town renamed temporarily for Taylor Swift's Eras Tour

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 11:22:23 GMT

Think of this as Taylor's version of Glendale, Arizona. Taylor Swift kicks off her Eras Tour on March 17 at State Farm Stadium, and to honor the occasion, Glendale Mayor Jerry Weiers named the city after her. It's now called "Swift City."While Mayor Weiers put Swift's name in that blank space on Monday morning, this is only temporary. Taylor Swift sets SoFi Stadium record, adds 3 more L.A. shows to Eras Tour The "Anti-Hero" singer's first two shows of her tour are on March 17 and March 18 at the home of the Arizona Cardinals. Swift makes her way to Southern California this summer with five shows at Inglewood's SoFi Stadium on Aug. 3, 4, 5, 8, and 9. For more information on concert dates, head here. Swift's tour finally arrives months after fans melted down Ticketmaster and prompted government officials to look into how the ticket giant handles business.

Maria Guadalupe Arce Pronounced Dead after Two-Vehicle Crash on Highway 65 [Bakersfield, CA]

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 11:22:23 GMT

Traffic Collision on Merle Haggard Drive Left Elderly Woman DeadBAKERSFIELD, CA (March 13, 2023) – Wednesday afternoon, a car collision along Highway 65 claimed the life of Maria Guadalupe Arce.The deadly crash happened on March 1st, at around 3:42 p.m. on Highway 65 and Merle Haggard Drive, near Meadows Field Airport.Currently, the investigators are working to determine the circumstances that led up to the incident.Responding medical personnel transported a patient to Kern Medical, where they later succumbed to their injuries. It was unclear if any other parties sustained injuries.Later, the coroner’s office identified a deceased person from the crash as 73-year-old Maria Guadalupe Arce of Bakersfield.The Bakersfield Officials continue to investigate the fatal Highway 65 two-vehicle crash.Warm and sincerest sympathies go out to the friends and family of Maria Guadalupe Arce. May the loving memories of your loved one and the love of your family give you strength in the days ah...

3 Killed in High Speed Chase on Interstate 80 [Fairfield, CA]

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 11:22:23 GMT

Three Pronounced Dead after Stolen Vehicle Collision near American Canyon RoadFAIRFIELD, CA (March 13, 2023) – Early Wednesday morning, three individuals lost their lives in a high speed chase on Interstate 80.Police responded to the scene around 12:35 a.m., near American Canyon Road on February 22nd.According to reports, officers attempted to stop a stolen white Hyundai that was heading east on the freeway. However, the driver failed to stop and the pursuit began.Eventually, the driver exited the highway at Suisan Valley Road and lost control. As a result, the Hyundai overturned.Emergency crews arrived and pronounced three occupants inside the Hyundai dead at the scene. Although, authorities have not yet released their identities.At this time, an active investigation is still currently underway. Once available, further details will be provided about the fatal high speed chase on Interstate 80.The team at Sweet James offers their warm and sincerest sympathies to the friends an...

Timothy Billberry Pronounced Dead Following Fiery Crash on 10 Freeway [Santa Monica, CA]

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 11:22:23 GMT

Multi-Vehicle Crash near Crenshaw Boulevard Kills 23-Year-Old ManSANTA MONICA, CA (March 13, 2022) – Early Wednesday morning, Timothy Billberry was killed in a fiery collision on the westbound Santa Monica Freeway.The incident was reported around 2:00 a.m. on 10 Freeway near Crenshaw Boulevard.According to multiple witnesses, the involved vehicles traveled at a high rate of speed before the collision.However, the circumstances that led up to the crash and the total number of vehicles in the wreckage remain unclear.Later, the Los Angeles County Coroner’s office identified a deceased victim from the incident as 23-year-old Timothy Billberry.No further details regarding the 10 Freeway fiery crash have been released to the public at this time. Santa Monica Officials will provide more information once available.Sincere sympathies to the family and friends of Timothy Billberry. Thoughts are with them during this very difficult time.Losing a loved one in an accident can have devastat...

Juan Avalos Killed in Pedestrian Collision on Highway 14 [Newhall, CA]

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 11:22:23 GMT

44-Year-Old Pedestrian Dies in Pedestrian Accident near Agua Dulce Canyon RoadNEWHALL, CA (March 13, 2023) – Early Sunday morning, Juan Avalos was fatally struck in a pedestrian collision on Highway 14.The incident occurred around 12:13 a.m., just north of Agua Dulce Canyon Road of March 5th.According to reports, Avalos ran across the southbound lanes when the driver of a 2022 Mazda MX5 struck him. In addition, the driver of a 2020 Toyota Camry also struck him.Medical personnel arrived and pronounced 44-year-old Avalos dead at the scene. Following preliminary duties, police were not able to determine if Avalos was impaired at that time.Meanwhile, a SigAlert was executed in the No. 2, 3, and 4 northbound lanes until 4:43 a.m. The cause of the crash is still under investigation and any witnesses are urged to contact the CHP Newhall Area Office at (661) 600-1600.No words can mend the broken hearts and sorrow felt during this delicate moment. Deepest condolences and sympathies are...

Cyclone slams Malawi, Mozambique as death toll rises

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 11:22:23 GMT

By Vitus-Gregory Gondwe and Wanjohi Kabukuru | Associated PressBLANTYRE, Malawi — An unrelenting Cyclone Freddy that is currently battering southern Africa has killed at least 56 people in Malawi and Mozambique since it struck the continent for a second time on Saturday night, authorities in both countries have confirmed.Local police said 51 people in Malawi, including 36 in Chilobwe in the financial hub of Blantyre in the center of the country have died, with several others missing or injured. Authorities in Mozambique reported that five people were killed in the country since Saturday.The deaths in Malawi include five members of a single family who died in Blantyre’s Ndirande township after Freddy’s destructive winds and heavy rains demolished their house, according to a police report. A three-year-old child who was “trapped in the debris” is also among the victims, with her parents among those reported missing, authorities also said.“We suspect that ...

Tom Cruise shaded at Oscars with Scientology joke and Nicole Kidman being there instead of him

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 11:22:23 GMT

Even though Steven Spielberg said that Tom Cruise “saved Hollywood’s ass” last year by delivering top-flight, in-theater entertainment with “Top Gun: Maverick,” the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences didn’t seem so inclined to show its reverence Sunday.At its Oscars ceremony, host Jimmy Kimmel cracked some jokes about Cruise’s famous intensity and ties to the controversial, cult-like Church of Scientology, while announcing that the actor wasn’t even going to make it to the show. It’s not known why Cruise didn’t attend the ceremony. He had every right to be there as the star and one of the producers for “Top Gun,” which was nominated for best picture.HOLLYWOOD, CALIFORNIA – MARCH 12: (L-R) Idris Elba and Nicole Kidman speak onstage during the 95th Annual Academy Awards at Dolby Theatre on March 12, 2023 in Hollywood, California. (Photo by Kevin Winter/Getty Images) Curiously, the Academy invit...

Jimmy Garoppolo leaves 49ers for Raiders in free agency, per report

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 11:22:23 GMT

The franchise that coined the motto “Just win, baby!” is hiring the quarterback who trademarked his “Feels great, baby!” celebration cry.Jimmy Garoppolo, after 5 1/2 years with the 49ers, is joining the Las Vegas Raiders, the NFL Network’s Mike Garofolo first reported Monday as free agency talks began.Garoppolo, 31, went 42-19 as the 49ers’ starter since arriving in a Halloween 2017 trade with the New England Patriots. That includes his 2-1 playoff showings in the 2019 and ’21 seasons. His tenure effectively ended three months ago, when he broke his left foot and did not return for the franchise’s playoff run that ended with a NFC Championship Game loss at Philadelphia.Signings can not become official until Wednesday at 1 p.m.In going to the Raiders, Garoppolo succeeds long-time starter Derek Carr, who signed last week with the New Orleans Saints. The Raiders-Garoppolo pairing reunites him with coach Josh McDaniels, who was the Patriot...

En Vogue, TLC, Shaggy bring Hot Summer Night Tour to Bay Area, SoCal

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 11:22:23 GMT

The forecast is definitely calling for some “Hot Summer Nights.”But this is the kind of temperature change that music fans will applaud, as the amazing TLC and Grammy-winner Shaggy headline the Hot Summer Nights Tour 2023.They’ll be joined by Oakland’s own En Vogue — no less than one of the greatest R&B-soul vocal troupes of all time — as well as popular artist Sean Kingston.The trek kicks off June 1 in Alabama and includes two stops in the Golden State.Bay Area fans can take part in the good times on July 9 at Concord Pavilion. The tour also boasts a July 8 date at FivePoint Amphitheatre in Irvine.Tickets go on sale to the general public at 10 a.m. March 17, livenation.com. There is also a Citi presale that runs from 10 a.m. March 14 to 10 p.m. March 16, citientertainment.com.The shows will likely feature a bevy of big hits, such as TLC’s “No Scrubs,” “Unpretty,” “Creep” and, of course, “Waterfalls”; En Vogue’s “Hold O...

Biden approves Alaska oil project despite activists’ outrage

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 11:22:23 GMT

By Matthew Daly and Chris Megerian | Associated PressWASHINGTON — The Biden administration said Monday it is approving the huge Willow oil-drilling project on Alaska’s petroleum-rich North Slope, a major climate move by President Joe Biden that drew quick condemnation from environmentalists who said it flies in the face of the Democratic president’s pledges.The announcement came a day after the administration, in a move in the other direction toward conservation, said it would bar or limit drilling in some other areas of Alaska and the Arctic Ocean.The Willow approval by the Bureau of Land Management would allow three drill sites, which would include up to 199 total wells. Two other drill sites proposed for the project would be denied. Project developer ConocoPhillips has said it considers the three-site option workable, “the right decision for Alaska and our nation” in the words of company chairman and CEO Ryan Lance.Houston-based ConocoPhillips will relinqu...