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L.A. Mission celebrates Christmas by giving back to the community

Published Tue, 24 Dec 2024 12:20:43 GMT

It’s a Christmas tradition that has spanned decades. The Los Angeles Mission provided a holiday meal, beauty services and toys for less fortunate families and those experiencing homelessness.Some Hollywood stars and volunteers served the community by providing a holiday meal that included all the fixings like green bean casserole, sweet potatoes and glazed ham.Actor Ian Ziering brought his daughters to help volunteer at the event. Dreaming of a white Christmas? It’s more likely to be brown “I brought my daughters down here today to help show them how much of a difference they can make by helping out others who maybe a little less fortunate than them,” Ziering told KTLA.The event holds a special place in the heart of L.A. Mission president and CEO Troy Vaughn, who used to attend the event when he was homeless.“There was one point in my life when I was homeless and I needed this kind of love,” Vaughn told KTLA. “Now I can see that the ability to give back is the greatest gift.”In ad...

Long Beach Police Department provides update after night of increased violence 

Published Tue, 24 Dec 2024 12:20:43 GMT

The Long Beach Police Department is actively investigating several crimes that occurred in a 12-hour period throughout the city.  Several shootings, a stabbing and a fatal hit-and-run all took place in various parts of Long Beach on Thursday night and into Friday morning, police said. According to LBPD officials, the first incident was a “no-hit shooting” in the 1000 block of Gaviota Avenue at 7:38 p.m. Thursday evening.  Officers were dispatched to the area on a shots fired call, and when they arrived on scene, a male victim told them that another man approached him, shot at him and then fled the area. He was not struck by gunfire, according to law enforcement officials.  Homeless infant dies on bus bench near LAX Two hours later, at 9:40 p.m., officers again responded to the 1000 block of Gaviota Avenue on calls of a man being shot. “Preliminary investigation indicates a male adult victim was shot by an unknown suspect [or suspects] in a light-colored sedan,”...

Wisconsin Supreme Court orders new legislative maps

Published Tue, 24 Dec 2024 12:20:43 GMT

By Scott Bauer | Associated PressMADISON, Wis. — The liberal-controlled Wisconsin Supreme Court overturned Republican-drawn legislative maps on Friday and ordered that new district boundary lines be drawn as Democrats had urged in a redistricting case they hope will weaken GOP majorities.The ruling comes less than a year before the 2024 election in a battleground state where four of the six past presidential elections have been decided by fewer than 23,000 votes, and Republicans have built large majorities in the Legislature under maps they drew over a decade ago.The court ruled 4-3 in favor of Democrats who argued that the legislative maps are unconstitutional because districts drawn aren’t contiguous. New maps are likely to be unveiled in about two months.“Because the current state legislative districts contain separate, detached territory and therefore violate the constitution’s contiguity requirements, we enjoin the Wisconsin Elections Commission from using the...

The 10 most expensive homes that reported sold in Danville, San Ramon, Dublin, Pleasanton the week of Dec. 11

Published Tue, 24 Dec 2024 12:20:43 GMT

A house in Danville that sold for $2.5 million tops the list of the most expensive residential real estate sales in Danville, San Ramon, Dublin, Pleasanton in the past week.In total, 11 residential real estate sales were recorded in the area during the past week, with an average price of $1.9 million. The average price per square foot was $714.The prices in the list below concern real estate sales where the title was recorded during the week of Dec. 11 even if the property may have been sold earlier.10. $1.5 million, single-family home in the 2000 block of Wineberry DriveThe 1,675 square-foot single-family residence in the 2000 block of Wineberry Drive in San Ramon has been sold. The transfer of ownership was settled in December and the total purchase price was $1,515,000, $904 per square foot. The house was built in 1998. The house features three bedrooms and two bathrooms.Wineberry Drive9. $1.6 million, single-family residence in the 700 block of Glasgow CircleThe property in the ...

49ers’ Christian McCaffrey’s latest score: Golf clubs, tequila for entire offense

Published Tue, 24 Dec 2024 12:20:43 GMT

SANTA CLARA — Christian McCaffrey’s offensive teammates were euphoric when they arrived in the locker room after practice and found his Christmas gifts to them: a custom golf bag, a certificate for fitted golf clubs, and a bottle of tequila.“I figured they needed a pair of clubs, and to get fitted for them, too, and be able to have a set that works, I don’t know if that will do anything, but it might give everybody a little false confidence,” McCaffrey said Friday.Add gift giver to one more thing on McCaffrey’s 2023 accomplishments, which include a NFL-leading 1,292 rushing yards and 20 touchdowns for the NFC-leading 49ers (11-3).“I needed some,” quarterback Brock Purdy said of the golf clubs. “Shout out, Christian. Thank you.” View this post on InstagramA post shared by Cam Inman (@49ers.cam)Purdy’s repeatedly stated over the past week that McCaffrey should be the 49ers’ leading candidate over him as the NFL’s...

Homeless man found not guilty in assault case against ex-SF fire commissioner

Published Tue, 24 Dec 2024 12:20:43 GMT

SAN FRANCISCO (KRON) -- A man facing felony assault and battery charges against a former San Francisco fire commissioner has been found not guilty on all counts, the San Francisco District Attorney's Office confirmed Friday. The altercation happened on April 5 in San Francisco's Marina District. Pacifica domestic stabbing victim identified Garret Doty, 25, was seen on video swinging a metal rod at the former commissioner, Don Carmignani. Additional surveillance footage later allegedly showed Carmignani attack Doty with bear spray before Doty fought back with the pipe. “From the beginning, it was clear to me that Mr. Doty was acting in self defense against Mr. Carmignani, who not only had the audacity to attack Mr. Doty with bear spray and then threatened to stab and kill Mr. Doty, but also presented himself as unwilling to back down from a fight that he had started,” said Deputy Public Defender Kleigh Hathaway. “Self-defense can be fierce because the brain goes into survival mode...

Pacifica domestic stabbing victim identified

Published Tue, 24 Dec 2024 12:20:43 GMT

(KRON) -- The man who was fatally stabbed in Pacifica on Thursday was identified as Ezra Raymond Pouech, 30, by the San Mateo County Coroner's Office on Friday.Pouech, an Oakland resident, was one of two people stabbed by Jason Gillenwater on Thursday at about 7:45 a.m., according to police. The other victim was hospitalized. Robbers are following shoppers home, Alameda police say Gillenwater, 46, was found dead in his car in Ukiah from a self-inflicted gunshot wound on Thursday afternoon.The stabbing happened on the 200 block of Naomi Avenue. Nearby Vallemar Elementary School was placed on lockdown while Gillenwater was at large. Law enforcement learned in the afternoon that Gillenwater may be in Ukiah, and he was found dead at 1:45 p.m. The Pacifica Police Department said he obtained the gun in Colusa County after committing the stabbing.KRON ON is streaming news live now.embed-container { position: relative; padding-bottom: 56.25%; height: 0; overflow: hidden; max-width: 100%;...

Missing 20-year-old last seen in San Jose, considered at-risk

Published Tue, 24 Dec 2024 12:20:43 GMT

(KRON) -- San Jose police are asking for the public's help in finding a missing at-risk person. Dara Olumi, 20, was last seen on Thursday at 5 p.m. walking on Avalon Drive in San Jose, the San Jose Police Department said on X. 3 hospitalized, including toddler, after fatal crash on Highway 152 near Gilroy Olumi is described to be 5-foot-8 tall and weighs 135 pounds. He has black hair and brown eyes with stubble/unshaven facial hair, along with two bald spots on the back of head. He was last seen wearing green cotton shorts, a light-colored t-shirt and a light-brown blanket on his shoulders, according to SJPD. SJPD says anyone with information about his location is asked to contact the department at 408-277-8900 or call 9-1-1.

San Jose man charged with homicide in connection to woman's death

Published Tue, 24 Dec 2024 12:20:43 GMT

(KRON) -- A San Jose man who was already in custody in Santa Clara County Jail has been charged with homicide in connection to a woman who was killed earlier this month, the San Jose Police Department said. On Dec. 2 at approximately 5:16 p.m., officers responded to a residence on the 900 block of Thelma Way on a report of a possible deceased person. Robbers are following shoppers home, Alameda police say Arriving at the scene, officers found a woman with obvious signs of trauma. She was pronounced dead, police said.SJPD homicide detectives responded to the scene and began an investigation. Through the course of the investigation, detectives identified Ray Garcia, 28, of San Jose as the suspect.Garcia, who was already in custody, was charged on Dec. 22. This was the city's 31st homicide of 2023, SJPD said.

DC Council chairman introduces bill aimed at reducing violent crime

Published Tue, 24 Dec 2024 12:20:43 GMT

As shootings continue to plague the District, city lawmakers are looking for ways to keep its residents safe — and D.C. Council Chairman Phil Mendelson wants to lead the charge against violent crime in the city.Mendelson introduced legislation this week called “Evidence-Based Gun Violence Reduction and Prevention Act of 2023,” which includes five areas of focus.Violent crime is occurring at levels not seen in the District since the early 2000s. We can and must do better to fight violence and protect our residents.So today, along with 7 of my colleagues, I’m introducing the Evidence-Based Gun Violence Reduction & Prevention Act of 2023 pic.twitter.com/fqOmdU55MV— Phil Mendelson (@ChmnMendelson) December 21, 2023One area of focus is repeat offenders.“The people that we … have in custody today are very likely tomorrow’s criminals,” Mendelson said.Another area of focus targets blighted properties in the District. No measures are currently in the c...