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Woman Killed in Hit-and-Run Crash on R Street [Merced, CA]

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:51:28 GMT

Auto-Pedestrian Collision near Loughborough Drive Left One DeadMERCED, CA (September 7, 2023) – Early Wednesday morning, a woman was killed in a hit-and-run crash on R Street.Police responded to the incident around 5:21 a.m. in the R Street area between Loughborough Drive and Buena Vista Drive.According to the investigators, police were called to the area after the woman was spotted passing motorists. Although, it was unclear what she was doing in the roadway prior to the incident.Upon arrival, officers found the woman lying in the roadway with injuries consistent with a pedestrian crash.Despite the life-saving efforts of the paramedics, the woman succumbed to her injuries at the scene. At this time, her identity remains undisclosed to the public, pending notification from the next of kin.Police report that they are looking for a full-size pickup truck that may have struck the victim and fled the scene.Contact Officer Calcagno at 209-769-8885 if you have additional information...

2 Men Killed, 3 Injured in 2-Vehicle Accident on Horizon Boulevard [El Paso, TX]

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:51:28 GMT

Two Pronounced Dead after Two-Vehicle Collision near Gretna AvenueEL PASO, TX (September 7, 2023) – Wednesday evening, two victims were killed and 3 were injured in a 2-vehicle accident on Horizon Boulevard.The incident occurred at around 8:57 p.m., on Horizon Boulevard between Gretna and Ascencion Avenue.At this time, the events leading up to the collision remain unclear. However, reports indicate that two vehicles were involved and two male victims suffered fatal injuries.In addition, paramedics transported three others to a nearby hospital for further treatment of unspecified injuries.Emergency crews closed off the surrounding area for a brief time during cleanup and preliminary duties. Following investigations, officers do not believe that drugs or alcohol were involved.An active investigation to determine more information is still currently underway. Once available, further details will be provided about the fatal motorcycle accident on Horizon Boulevard.In this sorrowful time,...

Several Hurt in Rollover Crash on Robb Drive [Las Vegas, NV]

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:51:28 GMT

Rollover Accident on Big Springs Road Left Several Injured Including One ChildLAS VEGAS, NV (September 7, 2023) – Thursday afternoon, several people sustained injuries after a rollover-car crash on Robb Drive.The crash occurred shortly after 5:00 p.m. along Robb Drive near Big Springs Road.According to the police, a car was traveling north on Robb Drive at Big Springs Road when it struck a curb and then another car also struck a block wall.At this time, officials have not released the names of all parties involved. Additional information will be updated once made available to the public.Moreover, both directions of the roadway were temporarily shut down to allow for cleanup and preliminary duties.Police continue to investigate the rollover collision on Robb Drive at this time. The cause of the crash is currently under investigation.One small driving mistake can easily lead to a dangerous rollover crash. This is why it is important to drive defensively and always abide by all traffic...

James Alvarez Killed in Head-On Crash on State Route 67 [Ramona, CA]

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:51:28 GMT

Two-Car Collision near Boortz Lane Kills 23-Year-Old Male DriverRAMONA, CA (September 7, 2023) – Early Monday morning, a head-on collision along State Route 67 claimed the life of James Alvarez.The incident happened at around 3:41 a.m. along State Route 67 near Boortz Lane.According to reports, a northbound Volkswagen Jetta crossed the solid double yellow lines for unknown reasons.Consequently, the Jetta collided head-on with a Toyota Camry traveling in the opposite direction on State Route 67.Responding emergency personnel arrived at the site of the collision shortly after. There, officials pronounced the driver of the Volkswagon, 23-year-old James Alvarez, dead at the scene.Meanwhile, paramedics transported the 20-year-old female Toyota driver to Palomar Medical Center for non-life-threatening injuries.The Sweet James law firm sends its heartfelt sympathies to the friends and family of James Alvarez who are grieving over the loss of their loved one.Let the experienced lawyer...

Man Fatally Struck in Bicycle vs Train Collision on Pacific Highway [San Diego, CA]

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:51:28 GMT

Man Pronounced Dead after Coaster Train Accident near West Washington StreetSAN DIEGO, CA (September 7, 2023) – Sunday afternoon, a man was fatally struck in a bicycle vs train collision on Pacific Highway.The incident occurred around 3:25 p.m., near West Washington Street.Per reports, a male cyclist was riding along the tracks when a northbound Coaster Train struck him.Despite life-saving efforts, paramedics pronounced the male bicyclist dead at the scene. Although, authorities have not yet released his identity.Emergency crews closed off the surrounding area for a brief time during cleanup and preliminary duties.At this time, the San Diego Sheriff’s Transit Enforcement Unit is leading the investigation. No further details regarding the fatal train collision on Pacific Highway have been released to the public. Those who witnessed the incident are encouraged to contact San Diego Officials as soon as possible.In this sorrowful time, the Sweet James team would like to exte...

Man Hospitalized after SUV-Scooter Collision on Highway 178 [Bakersfield, CA]

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:51:28 GMT

Bird Scooter Accident near Canteria Drive Resulted in Serious InjuriesBAKERSFIELD, CA (September 7, 2023) – Wednesday night, an SUV-scooter collision on Highway 178 left one person hospitalized.Police responded to the incident on August 30th, at around 8:00 p.m., at the intersection of Highway 178 and Canteria Drive.Upon arrival, officers determined that a man riding a Bird scooter entered 178 and pulled in front of the vehicle going eastbound.Responding medical personnel transported the man to a local hospital where he remains in critical condition.Moreover, both directions of the roadway were temporarily shut down to allow for cleanup and preliminary duties.Meanwhile, the driver of the SUV remained at the scene and cooperated with the investigators. Anyone with additional information about the SUV-scooter collision is encouraged to contact the Bakersfield Police Department at (661) 327-7111.Road accidents can happen anytime, anywhere, and to anyone. When using motorized bicy...

Teen Killed in Three-Vehicle Crash on FM 2843 [Salado, TX]

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:51:28 GMT

Traffic Crash near Triangle Road Claimed the Life of 17-Year-Old DriverSALADO, TX (September 7, 2023) – Wednesday morning, a Three-Vehicle Crash on FM 2843 near Triangle Road left a 17-year-old teen dead.The deadly crash happened at around 7:30 a.m. on FM 2843, near Triangle Road.According to reports, the teen was driving a 2014 Nissan 370Z west on FM-2843 when he passed another motorist in a no-passing zone. The Nissan collided with a Killeen-bound 2018 Honda Odyssey van carrying two parents and two children. The impact of the collision caused the Nissan to veer into the path of a Freightliner semi-truck.Emergency crews were dispatched to the site of the collision shortly after. There, medics pronounced the Nissan driver dead at the scene.There were no other injuries reported as a result of the three-vehicle crash on FM 2843.Officials are investigating whether drugs and alcohol contributed to the fatal traffic crash.The team at Sweet James sends their sincere sympathies to the fami...

Military leaders slam Sen. Tuberville over held-up promotions

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:51:28 GMT

By Kevin Freking and Tara Copp | Associated PressWASHINGTON — Top defense officials are accusing Republican Alabama Sen. Tommy Tuberville of jeopardizing America’s national security with his hold on roughly 300 military promotions, raising the stakes in a clash over abortion policy that shows no signs of easing.Tuberville brushed off the criticism, vowing he will not give in. “We’re going to be in a holding pattern for a long time,” he said, if the Pentagon refuses to end its policy of paying for travel when a servicemember goes out of state to get an abortion or other reproductive care.It’s a classic Washington standoff with rippling effects across the country, placing the lives of servicemembers effectively on hold as they await what has traditionally been routine Senate approval for their promotions.Frustration mounting, the secretaries of the Navy, Air Force and Army wrote an op-ed in the Washington Post this week saying Tuberville’s efforts w...

Kurtenbach: The SF Giants have 10 games to save their bizarre season

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:51:28 GMT

There’s a magnetism between these two forces that can’t be denied.It’s the stuff of paperback novels and soapy made-for-TV movies.The San Francisco Giants and a .500 record are cosmically intertwined, and after a bit of will-they-or-won’t-they drama over the last few months, they’re back together.(Five-hundred was telling folks they were just on a break.)If these Giants are a team of destiny, that destiny is to have a .500 record for a second straight season.That’s one way to look at the Giants’ recent play.The other way is a bit more maddening. It’s to say that the Giants, who at one point this summer looked destined for the playoffs (even if it was only a Wild Card berth) and perhaps a nice October run, have imploded.No matter if your perspective on the matter is rosy or begrudged, the fact remains that San Francisco still, somehow, has a chance to make something of this season.But if a turnaround is coming, it must start on Friday, ...

10 great books about California football, from the 49ers to Cal and De La Salle

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:51:28 GMT

Ah, football season — the time of year when Americans spend countless hours observing super-sized men pummel each other on the gridiron.But, hey, we all need something to do while we’re not watching the sport. Why not read about it?We’ve tracked down some of the best football books with a Northern California bent. For the sake of conciseness (and our sanity), we have, for the most part, avoided single-subject biographies (there are a million of them) and X’s-and-O’s instructionals.Instead, the following books are more focused on capturing the history, passion, glory, craziness and drama of the game.10 great books about California football, from the 49ers to Cal, De La Salle and more. (Publisher) ‘Five Laterals and a Trombone: Cal, Stanford, and the Wildest Finish in College Football History’  by Tyler BridgesIn the immortal — and breathless — words of radio sportscaster Joe Starkey, it was “the most amazing, sensational, dramatic, heartrending, exciting finish in th...