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Newborn safely surrendered at L.A. County fire station

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 15:37:43 GMT

A newborn boy was safely surrendered at a Los Angeles County Fire Station in Whittier, County Supervisor Janice Hahn announced on Friday.The surrender took place around 8 p.m. Thursday at Fire Station 28 on Greenleaf Avenue, according to a news release. Officials said that the baby, who was born earlier that day, was transported safely to a local hospital. Angelenos who make $70,000 a year are still considered ‘low-income’ “LA County’s Safe Surrender program has saved another life,” Supervisor Hahn said in a statement. “I am thankful for this baby boy’s mother who chose to do the right thing, and for the LA County firefighters at Station 28 who were ready for the unexpected and got this baby to a hospital quickly and safely.”Former Supervisor Don Knabe launched L.A. County’s Safe Surrender Program in 2001.Under the program, parents or guardians may legally, safely, and anonymously leave a baby three days old or younger with an employee at any Los Angeles County hospital or fire st...

2 Dead after Two-Vehicle Accident on South Sepulveda Boulevard [Los Angeles, CA]

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 15:37:43 GMT

Two Fatally Struck in 2-Car Collision near Ohio AvenueLOS ANGELES, CA (September 8, 2023) – Saturday night, two occupants were killed in a two-vehicle accident on South Sepulveda Boulevard.Police responded to the scene just before 6:00 p.m., near Ohio Avenue and Bad News Bears Field on September 2nd.According to reports, the driver of a northbound Honda Civic struck a BMW i4 for reasons unknown. Upon arrival, fire crews had to free two occupants who became trapped inside the wreckage.Paramedics transported the two seriously injured victims to a nearby hospital where they later died. Although, authorities have not yet released their identities.In addition, the driver of the Honda was listed in critical state. Meanwhile, two passerby gave assistance to the trapped people, causing them to sustain minor injuries.Investigators blocked all lanes on Sepulveda during the conduct of investigation. Further investigation is still underway and anyone with information is urged to call the ...

Wayne West Jr. Arrested after Pursuit Collision on East Main Street [Merced, CA]

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 15:37:43 GMT

37-Year-Old Man Arrested after Pursuit Crash near Yosemite ParkwayMERCED, CA (September 8, 2023) – Thursday afternoon, Wayne West Jr., was arrested after a pursuit collision on East Main Street.The incident occurred around 3:30 p.m., near Yosemite Parkway.Per reports, Merced Police Officers were speaking to the driver identified as 28-year-old Karen Walker when the passenger, West Jr., attempted to put it into drive.The vehicle then moved forward into a police unit vehicle. West then climbed on top of the driver while officers attempted to break the window for entry.As police were detaining the driver, West sped off in the vehicle going south on the northbound lanes. Units did not attempt to follow him the wrong way on the freeway for safety reasons and later located him on foot near 12th and U Street.Officers say West had multiple warrants out for his arrest. As a result, police booked him into the Merced County Jail under suspicion of attempted homicide of a peace officer, e...

Woman Fatally Struck in Pedestrian Accident on South Maple Street [Spokane, WA]

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 15:37:43 GMT

Female Pedestrian Pronounced Dead after Fatal Collision near West 4th AvenueSPOKANE, WA (September 8, 2023) – Wednesday night, one woman was fatally struck in a pedestrian accident on South Maple Street.Around 6:30 p.m., police responded to the scene near West 4th Avenue after receiving multiple calls in the area.Following preliminary investigations, officers say the driver of a vehicle struck a woman in the area. In addition, police say she was crossing the street outside of a marked crosswalk.Paramedics arrived and transported the woman to a nearby hospital for further treatment.Due to the extent of injuries sustained, medics later pronounced the female pedestrian dead at the hospital. Although, authorities have not yet released her identity.Emergency crews closed off the surrounding area for a brief time during cleanup and preliminary duties. Once available, further details have been provided about the fatal pedestrian accident on South Maple Street.The team at Sweet James ...

Travis Horton Killed after Motorcycle Accident on State Route 16 [Tacoma, WA]

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 15:37:43 GMT

Motorcycle-Vehicle Collision near Interstate 5 Resulted Left One DeadTACOMA, WA (September 8, 2023) – Early Wednesday evening, Travis Horton lost his life in a motorcycle accident.The incident happened on August 16th, just before 5:45 p.m., near westbound State Route 16 and southbound Interstate 5.According to reports, Horton was riding his motorcycle in the area around the State Route 16 ramp from Interstate 5 when he collided with a Mercedes sedan and a Ford pickup. The impact of the collision caused Horton to be ejected from his motorcycle over the barrier onto South Tacoma Way below.The riderless motorcycle continued along Interstate 5 and hit a third vehicle.Officials later pronounced 31-year-old Travis Horton, of Olalla, dead, due to the extent of his condition. It is currently unknown whether any other people sustained injuries as a result of the motorcycle accident.Following the collision, crews shut down areas surrounding the ramp and South Tacoma Way. There, they per...

Cerē Takes Over LA

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 15:37:43 GMT

LA empowers women and sets a new standard by celebrating a woman’s right to pleasure.Cerē, the groundbreaking brand redefining pleasure tools, is proud to announce its exciting entry into the Los Angeles market with a captivating billboard campaign that will undoubtedly turn heads and spark conversations throughout the city. Cerē is more than just a pleasure tool company; it is a passionate advocate for sexual wellness and empowering females to embrace their right to sexual pleasure. Founded by a dedicated doctor, Cerē is at the forefront of creating innovative, safe, and effective products designed to enhance intimate experiences while promoting sexual wellness.The centerpiece of Cerē’s Los Angeles campaign is the creative, simple and eye-catching billboard series that reads, “LA, Meet LaLa.” The campaign’s slogan cleverly references “Lalalena,” which happens to be the world’s first vibrator designed in the shape of the clitoris. This groundbreak...

Nico Moreno and Insolent Rave Records Drop Driving New Tracks and Tours for Europe’s Techno Scene

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 15:37:43 GMT

French DJ and producer Nico Moreno is well known for the driving speed of his industrial techno tracks. His label, Insolent Rave Records, is set to release his latest album, along with tracks from some of techno’s hottest new names. The path he blazes as an artist, producer, and performer is securing his place as a fixture in Europe’s industrial techno space.Nico Moreno’s journey from DJ to techno giantMoreno’s first exposure to France’s music scene was in the cramped quarters of a DJ’s mixing booth. He got his start as a 15-year-old mixing EDM, trap, and hip hop for local nightclubs in his hometown of Normandy, but as he rubbed shoulders with artists in the techno scene, he dreamed of more.“I wanted a full-time career in music more than anything,” Moreno remembers, “but breaking into the space and making a living doing what you love is not easy. I spent my weekdays making ends meet with boring part-time jobs and my weekends prod...

Sentry Living Solutions: How This Growing Human Services Brand Is Paving the Way for Individuals with Disabilities

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 15:37:43 GMT

For many disabled individuals, the ultimate goal is achieving independence. However, each person’s definition of independence varies. For some, this can mean getting daily assistance to complete tasks and handle responsibilities; for others, it can mean learning the proper skills to live independently. Regardless of the level of care and support an individual requires, Sentry Living Solutions can provide it.Founded five years ago by Carlos Cienfuegos, Oakland-based Sentry Living Solutions has grown into a successful human services brand that offers care, counseling, and support to those with intellectual disabilities and their families. The company strives to advance clients’ independence, productivity, and confidence within the community by providing one-on-one attention.“We listen to our clients and thoughtfully apply technology to educate and empower them,” says Cienfuegos. “Our competent and experienced team is ready to meet each individual’s needs.”Sentry Living Solutions...

Navigating the Cannabis Space: Jason Vedadi on Strategy, Growth, and Story

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 15:37:43 GMT

Those in the US cannabis industry have the unique responsibility of dealing with the delicate balance between legislative shifts, market expansions, and strategic buybacks. Entrepreneur Jason Vedadi has navigated this complex market for some time, entering the third act of his career in Story Cannabis. Founded in June 2022, Story Cannabis is operating in Arizona, Maryland, and Ohio, while getting ready to expand into New Jersey and beyond. He sees the opportunity within his reach and isn’t settling for the success he already has.Jason Vedadi is ready to aspire to new levels in his cannabis career in spite of the slow-moving legislative allowances threatening to hold him back. Federal legislation took its sweet time coming to terms with cannabis, although it’s widely regarded as acceptable, especially when it comes to its medicinal properties and uses.Jason always knew the value of this product. In 2008, he was cultivating his own cannabis plants in Washington state. He utilized his ...

Playmaker in the Background: How One Company Reimagined Library Music

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 15:37:43 GMT

From the spare bedroom of a modest Studio City apartment in 2011, Jonathan Parks set his music dreams in motion. He wasn’t looking to the stars or seeking any kind of spotlight. He had no desire to “get famous.” To this day, Parks will tell you he doesn’t actually care who knows his name.What the talented musician and self-proclaimed data geek dreamed about was disrupting a part of the industry quite used to playing in the shadows… outside the quintessential limelight drawing swarms of starry-eyed artists to LA like moths.Parks dreamed about creating well-crafted music that could be licensed for high-level, professional projects. He dreamed of disrupting library music.Yes, you read it. I wrote it, and here it is again: Library music… otherwise known as production music, royalty-free music, stock music, sync music, background music. You get the idea.On that day nearly 12 years ago, Parks was ready to shake up a business where being in the background is not only embraced; it’s essenti...