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Culver City bike lane project axed due to public backlash

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:36:52 GMT

Say goodbye to designated bike lanes in downtown Culver City.By a vote of 3-2 this week, the Culver City Council voted to end a controversial pilot program that created protected bike and bus lanes on Culver and Washington boulevards through the 1.3-mile downtown corridor.The project, dubbed Move Culver City, was launched in 2021 to encourage walking, cycling and public transit use, and reduce emissions. A report released by the city’s transportation department this month indicates it did, indeed, make a difference.Residents found the impact on vehicle traffic to be simply too disruptive as cars were limited to only one lane in each direction. (Move Culver City)Cycling activity was up 57% over pre-pandemic levels. Bus ridership was up 38%. “Micromobility Trips,” such as electric scooters and skateboards, were up 68%, according to the report.However, residents found the impact on vehicle traffic to be simply too disruptive as cars were limited to only one lane in each direction. A su...

Man opened fire on occupied Victorville home: Sheriff's Department

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:36:52 GMT

A Victorville man was arrested after he allegedly fired multiple shots at an occupied home with a rifle, an attack that was captured by security cameras, according to the San Bernardino County Sheriff's Department.Nathaniel Aguirre-Miranda, 23, approached the home in the 14000 block of Cortez Drive a few minutes after midnight on April 9 and shot the structure multiple times, the Sheriff's Department said in a news release. No one was hurt in the shooting, which could have injured multiple children and adults, officials said. 23-year-old man arrested after allegedly shooting at woman inside Redlands apartment during dispute The family who lived in the home knew Aguirre-Miranda and identified him to police, who served a search warrant at his home on April 13, authorities said. The relationship between Aguirre-Miranda and the family has not been disclosed.At Aguirre-Miranda's residence, police say they found "multiple firearm parts and ammunition," and Aguirre-Miranda was booked for...

Wetzel's Pretzels and other restaurants giving out free pretzels for National Pretzel Day

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:36:52 GMT

In honor of National Pretzel Day, eateries selling the salty or sweet snack are offering limited-time deals for the special day. This is where you can take advantage of the deals and free items some restaurants are offering. Taco Bell bringing back fan-favorite item with a spicy twist this week Wetzel's PretzelsThe Southern California-based company will give out free pretzels after 3 p.m. Guests can visit their nearest store location to take advantage of the deal, valid Wednesday only until closing time. McDonald’s fans can get this popular menu item at Wendy’s FlipzFlipz, known best for its small chocolate-covered pretzels, can be ordered through Instacart for free while supplies last until May 9, People reported.Auntie Anne'sAuntie Anne’s rewards members can only receive a free original or cinnamon sugar pretzel on Wednesday. The offer can only be redeemed once per customer.PretzelmakerPretzelmaker customers can receive free salted or unsalted pretzel bites at participating lo...

Man Killed, Woman Injured in Solo-Car Crash on Highway 101 [San Martin, CA]

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:36:52 GMT

72-Year-Old Man Killed in Highway 101 Car AccidentSAN MARTIN, CA (April 26, 2023) – Thursday morning, a solo-car crash on Highway 101 claimed the life of an elderly man and left his female passenger injured.The fatal incident occurred around 11:54 a.m. along the southbound 101, south of the East Middle Avenue overpass.According to reports, a southbound 2000 Lexus compact SUV in the far left lane veered out of control for unknown reasons. The vehicle then overturned and collided with a metal guardrail.Responding emergency personnel declared the 72-year-old male driver died at the scene. However, his identity has not been released pending notification from the next of kin.Police said that both occupants were from Del Rey Oaks, near Monterey.Paramedics transported his 73-year-old female passenger to a hospital after suffering significant injuries.At this time, authorities are asking anyone with information about the Highway 101 solo-car crash to contact CHP’s Hollister-Gilr...

Tristen Philip Keefer Killed in Motorcycle Crash on Broadway Boulevard [Tucson, AZ]

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:36:52 GMT

37-Year-Old Motorcyclist Dies after Fatal Vehicle Collision on Randolph WayTUCSON, AZ (April 25, 2023) – Tuesday night, a motorcycle crash on Broadway Boulevard claimed the life of Tristen Philip Keefer.The incident happened on April 11th at around 7:00 p.m. on East Broadway Boulevard and South Randolph Way, near Reid Park.According to reports, a motorcyclist, identified as 37-year-old Keefer, was traveling at high speed in the area and collided with a vehicle, that turned in front of him. The impact of the collision caused Keefer to suffer extensive wounds which later led to his death.Meanwhile, authorities transported the driver to the hospital for the treatment of his minor injuriesFollowing the crash, the officers blocked the roadway and motorists were advised to use other routes.The Sweet James team sends their warm and sincere sympathies to the family and friends of Tristen Philip Keefer. Their thoughts are with them during this very difficult time.Reach out to Sweet Jam...

Montana trans lawmaker Zephyr faces censure or expulsion

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:36:52 GMT

By Amy Beth Hanson, Sam Metz and Matthew Brown | Associated PressHELENA, Mont. — Republican leaders in Montana will vote Wednesday on censuring or expelling transgender lawmaker Zooey Zephyr for saying her colleagues would “see the blood on your hands” over votes to ban gender-affirming medical care for children.For the past week, Zephyr has been forbidden from speaking on the House floor. A protest against lawmakers silencing Zephyr disrupted Monday’s House session. Authorities arrested seven people in a confrontation that Republicans claim Zephyr had encouraged. The first-term Democrat received notice from House leaders Tuesday night informing her of the plan to consider disciplinary action against her, according to a letter she posted on social media.“I’ve also been told I’ll get a chance to speak,” Zephyr tweeted. “I will do as I have always done — rise on behalf of my constituents, in defense of my community and for democracy itse...

San Jose airport passenger activity soars, COVID recovery strengthens

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:36:52 GMT

SAN JOSE — San Jose airport’s passenger activity has begun to soar back to its pre-coronavirus altitude, although the Silicon Valley aviation hub has yet to fully recover from its COVID-linked maladies.The air travel complex reported that it accommodated slightly more than 964,900 passengers during March, according to new activity statistics released by San Jose International Airport.The March totals were up 16.7% from the same month the year before, the new report shows.“Compared to this time last year, San Jose International Airport is seeing nearly 17% growth in our passenger traffic and just over 30% added parking revenues,” said Keonnis Taylor, an airport spokesperson.Over the 12 months that ended in March, San Jose airport handled 11.99 million passengers, this news organization’s analysis of the airport statistics shows.“We see this as a good sign that the airport is on a positive growth trajectory,” Taylor said.The current reports sh...

Sensational rock act Modest Mouse brings concert tour to NorCal

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:36:52 GMT

Modest Mouse has put together one of the best discographies in all of indie-rock over the last 25-plus years.The group actually showcased one of its finest albums on its last trip through Northern California, playing 1997’s “The Lonesome Crowded West” in its entirety during a terrific sold-out show at the Fox Theater in Oakland in late November.Yet, that leaves so many other epic albums to explore — such as 2000’s “The Moon & Antarctica” and 2015’s “Strangers to Ourselves”  — when singer-songwriter-guitarist Isaac Brock brings the band back to the area for two shows.These will be the Mouse’s first NorCal gigs since drummer and founding member Jeremiah Green died late last year at the age of 45 after being diagnosed with stage 4 cancer. Green was a tremendous talent and his presence will surely be missed on this current tour — as well as for many to come.Brock and his bandmates — guitarist Simon O...

Review: ‘Natasha, Pierre’ soars to life at San Jose Playhouse

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:36:52 GMT

When observing the optics of San Jose Playhouse’s new production of “Natasha, Pierre and the Great Comet of 1812,” it’s clear as day that the company housed in downtown San Jose’s 3Below Theaters has pulled out all the stops.What is revealed are the most impressive visuals put out by the Playhouse in recent memory, a manifestation of scintillating set work from scenic and lighting designer Jon Gourdine. Throw in a live, 12-piece orchestra stewarded by band leader Tom Tomasello, and it’s clear a desire for spectacle was high on the list of priorities. Even standing outside the theater on 2nd and San Carlos offers up a massive promotion, urging potential customers to spend a few hours within the 70 pages of Tolstoy’s “War and Peace,” where the musical bases its story.The production is not simply all swank, no substance. Individually and collectively, the telling of the story of Pierre (Stephen Guggenheim), the unhappily married bag of melancholy, is richly crafted via Scott Evan...

Police investigate body found in Oakland Wednesday morning

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:36:52 GMT

(KRON) -- The Oakland Police Department is investigating a death that occurred early Wednesday morning in the 300 block of 10th Street, officials said. Officers responded to the incident around 7:30 a.m.At the scene, officers said they found a victim unresponsive with injuries. The nature of the injuries were not specified. The victim was pronounced dead at the scene. Ex-San Francisco fire commissioner attacked homeless people with bear spray, attorneys say The name of the victim has not been released. The Oakland Police Department's Criminal Investigation Division is overseeing the investigation.The investigation is ongoing. Anyone with information is asked to contact the OPD Criminal Investigation Division at (510)238-3821.