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Woman burned from Dana Point fireworks mishap that was caught on video

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:37:12 GMT

A woman was enjoying July 4 fireworks on a boat off the Dana Point coast when an errant sparkler ended up coming a little too close for comfort.The mishap was caught on video, with one spectator saying “I think something went wrong.”Lauren Hassen was in the safe zone on the water when it appears at least one of the fireworks misfired and went in her direction.She hadn’t noticed that she had been hit until she looked down at her jacket, which had a hole.Video shared with KTLA shows an errant firework going off in front of a boat off the Dana Point coast on July 4, 2023. She believes that if she hadn’t had the jacket on, or if she had been hit at a slightly different angle, her injuries would have been worse.“We were just laughing and smiling, then all of a sudden we see a firework ignite on the bottom of the barge and all of us said ‘that’s not right,” and then immediately the firework exploded in our faces,” Hassen said. “We didn’t even really have time to react … it just went up. M...

19-year-old hailed as hero for helping Upland couple out of burning home 

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:37:12 GMT

A 19-year-old man sprang into action Tuesday when he spotted flames tearing through the garage of a stranger’s home in Upland.  While there’s very little left of the homeowners’ garage, Caleb Delasantos is being hailed as a hero for helping the residents get out of harm’s way on the night of July 4.  “I lost all of my childhood things,” Marianne Hiebsch said of the fire at her Upland house. “My husband lost all of his childhood things. We can only assume because it was Fourth of July that it was a firework because we were in bed.”  It was about 11 p.m. when suddenly, Hiebsch’s dog, Ruby, started barking.  “I just got out of bed and the house was dark and I just saw this orange glow,” she explained.   Hiebsch said it was utter chaos trying to salvage what they could. In the midst of that confusion, Delasantos was driving back home after watching fireworks with his girlfriend when he spotted the plumes of smoke coming from the garage.  "The garage and the whole tree and...

PetSmart to pay $1.46M for overcharging California customers

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:37:12 GMT

Pet supply retailer PetSmart has been ordered to pay $1.46 million to settle a lawsuit that alleges it overcharged customers for items listed in its advertisements.The lawsuit was filed in Santa Cruz County on behalf of district attorney's offices across the state, including Los Angeles, Ventura, San Diego and Marin counties. As part of the settlement, PetSmart admitted no wrongdoing, but will still be ordered to pay $1.25 million in penalties, $100,000 in restitution and $110,000 to reimburse the costs of investigating the allegations. The restitution will be directed to support "future enforcement of consumer protection laws," officials said.Los Angeles County District Attorney George Gascón said companies who charge customers prices that are higher than what was advertised is "misleading and unfair."“Customers have the right to expect that the prices they see advertised will be honored. It’s important for companies to adhere to advertising regulations and ensure transparency in t...

1 Injured in Head-On Collision on Highway 58 [Bakersfield, CA]

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:37:12 GMT

Car Accident along Highway 58 near Highway 223 Left at least 1 HospitalizedBAKERSFIELD, CA (July 6, 2023) – Tuesday morning, at least one person sustained injuries after a head-on collision on Highway 58.The incident occurred at around 10:10 a.m. on July 4th near Highway 223.According to California Highway Patrol, they reported a head-on vehicle collision, although the events leading to the crash remain unknown.Paramedics found one person with major injuries and airlifted the victim to a local hospital for further treatment.Authorities currently have no further information on the name or the current condition of the victim.At this time, authorities have not yet released a description of the vehicles or the number of drivers involved. However, an active investigation into the collision on Highway 58 remains ongoing.One small driving mistake can lead to a car accident. This is why it is important to drive defensively and always abide by all driving laws. Keep your attention on t...

Intersection near SJSU closed after man brandishes knife

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:37:12 GMT

SAN JOSE – Police on Thursday were attempting to negotiate with a man who reportedly brandished a knife near San Jose State University.The incident was reported around 1 p.m. at East San Fernando and South Third streets, according to the San Jose Police Department.Police closed the intersection and were working to convince the man to surrender peacefully. He had not done so as of 5 p.m.Additional details about the incident were not immediately available.Check back for updates.Related ArticlesCrime and Public Safety | Longtime San Jose activist arrested on suspicion of illegal firework distribution Crime and Public Safety | San Jose man who helped security firm launder millions in payroll pleads no contest Crime and Public Safety | Levi’s Stadium soccer match stabbing suspect arrested on suspicion of attempted murder Crime and Public Safety | Los Banos house destroyed by neighbors’ fireworks, police say Crime...

Trump valet Nauta pleads not guilty in documents case

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:37:12 GMT

By Adriana Gomez Licon and Eric Tucker | Associated PressMIAMI — Donald Trump’s valet, Walt Nauta, pleaded not guilty Thursday to charges that he helped the former president hide classified documents from federal authorities, appearing with a new Florida-based lawyer to represent him as the case moves forward.Nauta was charged alongside Trump in June in a 38-count indictment alleging the mishandling of classified documents. His arraignment was to have happened twice before, but he had struggled to retain a lawyer licensed in Florida and one appearance was postponed because of his travel troubles.Ahead of his arraignment, Nauta hired Sasha Dadan, a criminal defense attorney and former public defender whose main law office is in Fort Pierce, where the judge who would be handling the trial is based. She appeared in court with Nauta, alongside his Washington lawyer, Stanley Woodward, who entered the not guilty plea on his behalf.Related ArticlesNational Politics | Judge...

Car thief crashes by San Rafael High School after police chase

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:37:12 GMT

(KRON) -- A car thief led police on a chase before he lost control and crashed a stolen car in front of San Rafael High School on the Fourth of July.Albin Adolfo Mendez-Mazariegos, 22, of Novato, is no stranger to law enforcement. He's currently on felony probation for vehicle theft in Marin County, police said. Just before 11:40 a.m. Tuesday, a San Rafael Police Department officer was at the intersection of Grand Avenue and Second Street where the officer saw a vehicle accelerate through a red traffic light.  The officer attempted to stop the vehicle, and it ran through a second red light at the next intersection."The officer observed that the vehicle was driving dangerously and at an excessive rate of speed.  The officer, in the interest of public safety, discontinued actively pursuing the vehicle. Even though not being pursued, the suspect vehicle continued traveling east on Mission Avenue at a high rate of speed, lost control in front of San Rafael High School, an...

Over 40 firefighters respond to 'accidental' blaze at SF home

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:37:12 GMT

SAN FRANCISCO (KRON) -- Crews responded to a fire at a home in the Excelsior neighborhood, the San Francisco Fire Department announced on Twitter. The home is at 570 Silver Ave where over 40 firefighters worked to extinguish a fire on the roof and attic.The cause of the fire was "accidental." As of 4:30 p.m., the fire is currently "under control." No injuries were reported, and an unknown amount of people were displaced, according to SFFD. Video of crews working to extinguish the blaze can be viewed in the media player above. 3 SF pizza spots named top 50 best in US, according to new ranking KRON On is streaming news live now.embed-container { position: relative; padding-bottom: 56.25%; height: 0; overflow: hidden; max-width: 100%; } .embed-container iframe, .embed-container object, .embed-container embed { position: absolute; top: 0; left: 0; width: 100%; height: 100%; }The fire was reported to be one alarm. SFFD first tweeted out the fire at 3:42.

Dick Sheridan, former N.C. State football coach, dies at 81

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:37:12 GMT

RALEIGH, N.C. (AP) — Dick Sheridan, who turned around the North Carolina State football program while leading the Wolfpack to six bowl appearances in seven seasons as their coach, died Thursday, the university said. He was 81.Sheridan died near his home in Garden City Beach, South Carolina, after a brief illness, the school said, citing his family.Sheridan, who never played college football, took over at N.C. State in 1986 after a successful run at Furman. The Wolfpack were coming off three straight 3-8 seasons but went 8-3-1 in Sheridan’s first year, earning a Peach Bowl berth.N.C. State went 4-7 in 1987 but did not have another losing season under Sheridan, winning the Peach Bowl in 1988 and winning nine games in both 1991 and ’92. Sheridan resigned in the summer before the 1993 season, citing health reasons. He went 52-29-3 with the Wolfpack and never coached again.“I have such great respect for coach Sheridan and am saddened to hear this news,” Wolfpack coach Dave Do...

George Springer gets key hit as Toronto Blue Jays beat Chicago White Sox 6-2 in 11 innings

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:37:12 GMT

CHICAGO (AP) — George Springer and Bo Bichette hit RBI singles during Toronto’s six-run 11th inning, and the Blue Jays beat the Chicago White Sox 6-2 on Thursday in a doubleheader opener.Toronto had just one hit before breaking through against Aaron Bummer (3-2). Jordan Romano (4-4) worked the 10th for the win.Chicago wasted a stellar performance by Lance Lynn, who struck out 11 in seven shutout innings. The White Sox finished with four hits in their fourth loss in five games.The doubleheader was scheduled after Wednesday night’s game was postponed because of rain.With automatic runner Cavan Biggio on second, Danny Jansen opened the 11th with a dribbler up the third-base line for Toronto’s first hit since the third. Springer drove in with Biggio with a grounder back up the middle.Bichette, Daulton Varsho and Vladimir Guerrero Jr. followed with three more run-scoring singles. Cavan Biggio capped the big inning with a two-run double against Bryan Shaw, lifting the Blue Jay...