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Decisions made after fiery Ohio train derailment being examined at NTSB hearing

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:53:47 GMT

OMAHA, Neb. — The fire chiefs whose departments were the first on scene of February’s fiery train derailment in eastern Ohio agree that firefighters need more training about hazardous chemicals, but that it would be hard for them ever to be fully prepared to deal with a disaster of this magnitude.The National Transportation Safety Board is holding a two-day field hearing in East Palestine, Ohio, on the Feb. 3 Norfolk Southern derailment. Thursday’s proceedings are focused on the emergency response to the derailment and the crucial decision officials made three days later to release the toxic vinyl chloride from five tank cars and burn it to keep them from exploding.That move sent a towering plume of black smoke over the town near the Ohio-Pennsylvania border and prompted the evacuation of about half of East Palestine’s 5,000 residents. Officials have defended that decision as the best option when faced with the prospect of an explosion that would have sent shrapnel into the to...

Suspect who rammed into L.A. County sheriff’s vehicle shot by deputy near Bell Gardens casino

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:53:47 GMT

A suspect accused of intentionally ramming into a Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department vehicle while performing dangerous stunts near a Bell Gardens casino was shot and wounded by a deputy early Thursday, officials said. The shooting was reported just after 4:30 a.m. near the intersection of Eastern Avenue and East Florence Avenue near the Parkwest Bicycle Casino. A preliminary investigation indicated that a deputy in the area spotted the driver of a white utility vehicle speeding and doing donuts, officials said in an updated news release. As the deputy entered the intersection to warn other drivers of the potential danger and to try and stop the speeding motorist, the suspect allegedly crashed into the deputy’s patrol vehicle, officials said.As a result, the deputy opened fire. The suspect then allegedly tried to ram the SUV a second time before the deputy opened fire again, officials said. A damaged Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department vehicle is seen in Bell Gardens after ...

'San Fransokyo Square' at Disneyland Resort to open this summer, new menu items coming in July

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:53:47 GMT

The Disneyland Resort revealed on Thursday new details about the transformation of the Pacific Wharf area at Disney's California Adventure Park to San Fransokyo Square, a new area inspired by the film "Big Hero 6."The land's transformation will continue through mid-August, but starting in mid-July the area will have new menu items and San Fransokyo Cervecería is expected to officially open. In the area, park visitors will have the opportunity to meet Hiro and his huggable healthcare companion, Baymax.The new addition to the theme park was first announced in September during the D23 expo, a biennial convention for Disney fans. Disneyland shares new details about 'Big Hero 6' area coming to Disney California Adventure “When the transformation to San Fransokyo Square is completed this summer, you’ll find familiar favorites like soups in freshly baked bread bowls, as well as many new Asian-inspired selections,” according to the Disney Parks Blog.The San Fransokyo Gate Bridge from the ...

Unlocking the Million-Dollar Challenge: Shane Baldwin’s Thrilling Quest to Fortune in 60 Days

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:53:47 GMT

In the world of high-stakes entrepreneurship, where risks and rewards collide, few stories captivate the imagination quite like Shane Baldwin’s audacious venture. Picture this: a self-made millionaire who lost his wealth, an ex-convict with a flair for the extraordinary, sets out on a heart-pounding mission to make one million dollars in just 60 days. With all the nail-biting suspense of a gripping TV show, Baldwin’s journey promises to keep viewers on the edge of their seats.Once a rising star, Baldwin vanished from the entrepreneurial scene for nearly a decade. But like a phoenix rising from the ashes, he now stands ready to conquer new heights, armed with the lessons of his past and an insatiable hunger for success. This isn’t just about the money; it’s about redemption, about rewriting the narrative of a man who refused to be defined by his past.Baldwin’s meteoric rise began in 2009 when he made his first million off a deal that everyone dismissed a...

Kevin Baughman Killed in Pedestrian Crash near Mark Road [Tucson, AZ]

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:53:47 GMT

21-Year-Old Man Surrendered Himself after Striking and Killing One Pedestrian near Valencia RoadTUCSON, AZ (June 22, 2023) – Late Friday night, Arlin Antone was involved in a hit-and-run crash that claimed the life of Kevin Baughman.The incident happened on June 16th at around 11:30 p.m. in the area of Valencia and Mark Roads.Investigation showed that 29-year-old Baughman was walking in the middle of Valencia Road and he wore dark-colored clothing.Furthermore, police said that 21-year-old Arlin Antone braked hard before he struck Baughman and he later drove away from the scene.Consequently, Antone surrendered himself to the authorities and was booked into Pima County Jail.Additionally, both directions of the roadway were temporarily shut down to allow for cleanup and preliminary duties.Antone was charged with hit-and-run causing death. No other details were added and further investigation is active.No words can mend the broken hearts and sorrow felt during this delicate moment...

Authorities identify man found beaten to death in Pittsburg

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:53:47 GMT

PITTSBURG — A man who police said was physically beaten to death in an altercation with another man has been identified.Authorities said 50-year-old Allan Flores died from the injuries he received in the fight on June 17. Officers found him unresponsive on the ground near the intersection of Railroad Avenue and East Leland Road, police said.They pronounced him dead at the intersection.The Contra Costa County Coroner’s Office released his identity Thursday.Police arrested 46-year-old Pittsburg resident Juan Mendez-Medina on suspicion of murder, but authorities have not filed any charges formally against him yet, Contra Costa County District Attorney’s Office spokesperson Ted Asregadoo said via email.Mendez-Medina remained in custody at the Martinez Detention Facility on Thursday morning on a no-bail hold, according to jail records.Related ArticlesCrime and Public Safety | Alameda man gets 6 years in crash that killed pedestrian, a sentence he’s alre...

SF Giants get positive prognosis on Mike Yastrzemski’s hamstring strain

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:53:47 GMT

SAN FRANCISCO — Seemingly everything is going right for the San Francisco Giants right now, even when it comes to injury updates.It appeared their 10-game winning streak might have hit a snag in the sixth inning of their 4-2 win Wednesday night, when Mike Yastrzemski pulled up and limped into third base. But after undergoing an MRI Thursday morning, Yastrzemski said he believed he avoided the worst-case scenario and will likely avoid the injured list.Yastrzemski left the game with tightness in his left hamstring, the same one that sidelined him for the first two weeks of May, but scans revealed only some inflammation and swelling, not enough to even earn a Grade 1 designation. Yastrzemski isn’t a doctor, but he can read a room.“Everyone seemed pretty happy with it,” he said.That said, the Giants are going to play it safe with Yastrzemski, and with him limited Thursday, they recalled speedy switch-hitting outfielder Bryce Johnson from Triple-A Sacramento. Right-hand...

The world’s most liveable cities for 2023

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:53:47 GMT

By Tamara Hardingham-Gill | CNNIt’s nicknamed the “city of dreams,” and it seems the Austrian capital may just be a dream place to live.The ranking of the world’s most liveable cities for 2023 has just been released by the Economist Intelligence Unit (EIU), and Vienna has come out on top yet again.The EIU, a sister organization to The Economist, ranked 173 cities around the world on a number of significant factors, including health care, education, stability, infrastructure and environment.Vienna held onto its first place spot on the EIU’s Global Liveability Index, winning praise for its reliable infrastructure, standout culture and entertainment and impeccable education and health services.The city, which has occupied the top position several times over the years, was closely followed by Denmark’s Copenhagen, which retained its second place position.Melbourne, Australia, has shot up to number three on the list after tying for 10th place last year.(Onfokus/iStock Unreleased/Getty Im...

Cameron Diaz feels ‘guilt’ over quarrels with Jamie Foxx before mystery hospitalization, friends says in report

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:53:47 GMT

Jamie Foxx promised his friend Cameron Diaz a triumphant return to movies by convincing her to co-star with him in his Netflix action-comedy “Back in Action.” Instead the project was plagued with production problems and ultimately plunged into uncertainty when filming was halted in April after Foxx was hospitalized for a mysterious “medical complication,” from which he’s reportedly still recovering.Diaz is dealing with that uncertainty herself, as well as “guilt” over how these reported production problems led to her to quarrel with Foxx on the set, a close friend of the 50-year-old actor told the Daily Mail. Diaz also hasn’t spoken to Foxx since he was hospitalized and doesn’t know what’s going on with him, “other than what she hears,” the friend said.Diaz was ready to quit acting for a second time when problems started occurring on the London set of “Back in Action” earlier this year, which include...

The top nine most expensive home sales in Saratoga, reported the week of May 29

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:53:47 GMT

A house in Saratoga that sold for $4.3 million tops the list of the most expensive residential real estate sales in Saratoga in the past week.In total, nine residential real estate sales were recorded in the area during the past week, with an average price of $3.5 million. The average price per square foot ended up at $1,513.The prices in the list below concern real estate sales where the title was recorded during the week of May 29 even if the property may have been sold earlier.9. $2.5 million, single-family home in the 20300 block of La Paloma AvenueThe property in the 20300 block of La Paloma Avenue in Saratoga has new owners. The price was $2,475,000. The house was built in 1942 and has a living area of 1,528 square feet. The price per square foot is $1,620. The house features three bedrooms and three bathrooms.La Paloma Avenue8. $3 million, single-family house in the 18300 block of McCoy AvenueThe 2,212 square-foot single-family residence in the 18300 block of McCoy Avenue in ...