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Spring Creek fire containment rises but worsening weather conditions could spell trouble

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 16:11:48 GMT

The Spring Creek fire, burning southwest of Parachute, grew by just seven acres overnight Sunday and is up to 37% containment, but challenges keeping the blaze at bay loom.According to an update Monday from fire officials, the Spring Creek fire was measured at 2,932 acres as 539 firefighters continue to fight it. That is up from 2,925 acres and 25% containment on Sunday.But fire officials anticipate potential challenges on Tuesday, when fire weather conditions are expected to worsen, including high temperatures, low humidity and strong winds. Wind gusts could reach 40 mph that day, bringing the most critical fire weather conditions to the area since June 26, when the fire grew rapidly, fire officials said.Related ArticlesColorado News | Colorado wildfires: Spring Creek fire growth slows as firefighters brace for worsening conditions Colorado News | Spring Creek fire near Parachute sees “significant growth” amid hot, dry conditions Due to t...

Boy, 6, falls from zipline in Mexico

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 16:11:48 GMT

Video captured the terrifying moment when a 6-year-old boy plunged from a zipline in Monterrey, Mexico.The incident happened on Sunday at Parque Amazonia in the Mexican state of Nuevo León.Family members say the boy’s harness snapped as he was crossing the zipline with his father. He fell nearly 40 feet into an artificial pool. Family members say the boy’s harness snapped as he was crossing the zipline with his father on July 2, 2023. (J Cesar Sauceda/TMX)Tourists jumped into the water to save him, the family said.The boy’s brother, J Cesar Sauceda, told Fox News Digital that his family is filing a lawsuit against the zipline operator and the park, accusing them of poor training and for not handling the situation better.The family says the boy suffered minor injuries and was “psychologically damaged” by the incident.

Man shot to death near Palmdale intersection

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 16:11:48 GMT

An investigation is underway after a man was shot to death in Palmdale early Monday morning.The attack was reported about 4:45 a.m., when deputies responded to the intersection of 75th Street and Avenue Q, the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department said in a news release. Authorities initially indicated the shooting occurred at Avenue W, but later clarified it was Avenue Q.There, they found an adult man who'd been shot at least one time. He was declared dead at the scene.The man's name and age have not yet been released, nor has any information about the shooter or shooters.Anyone with information is encouraged to contact the LASD Homicide Bureau at 323-890-5500. To provide information anonymously, call Crime Stoppers at 800-222-TIPS (8477) or visit lacrimestoppers.org. 

Police investigating after shooting in Westlake leaves 1 person dead

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 16:11:48 GMT

Police are investigating after a short pursuit and a shooting led to at least one person being killed in the Westlake neighborhood of Los Angeles Sunday night.  Officers with the Los Angeles Police Department responded to the area of 8th and Park View streets around 9:40 p.m. on reports of a shooting, LAPD told KTLA.  At the scene, police found a gunshot victim, later identified as 25-years-old Miguel Velasquez. He was declared dead at the scene.According to police, Velasquez had been standing on a sidewalk in the area when two men approached, a verbal argument began and one of the men pulled out a gun and shot him in the chest.The two men then fled on scooters, police said, adding that they believe the attack was gang-related.Police also said that a short pursuit was initiated, lasting all of a minute. It is unclear where the chase started and how it ended, though officers did say that the suspect was not at the scene of the shooting. LAPD on the scene of a shooting inves...

Martha Alicia Cervantes Inzunza Killed in Multi-Vehicle Collision near 67th Avenue [Phoenix, AZ]

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 16:11:48 GMT

68-Year-Old Woman Dead and Multiple Others Injured after a Multi-Vehicle Accident on Camelback RoadPHOENIX, AZ (July 3, 2023) – Saturday afternoon, a multi-vehicle crash on Camelback Road claimed the life of Martha Alicia Cervantes Inzunza.The incident occurred on June 3rd, at around 12:45 p.m., near the intersection of 67th Avenue and Camelback Road involving five vehicles.According to the Phoenix deputies, a vehicle traveling in the northbound lane tried to overtake one vehicle but the driver lost control and collided with two other vehicles. The two vehicles were sent into the southbound lanes and, there, slammed to two other vehicles.First responders to the site of the collision transported 10 people to a local hospital for treatment of varying injuries.At the hospital, officials pronounced 68-year-old Martha Alicia Cervantes Inzunza dead due to the extent of her injuries.No words can mend the broken hearts and sorrow felt during this delicate moment. The Sweet James team ...

Francisco Romero-Padilla Dead, Raul Gonzalez Arrested after DUI Accident on Warm Springs Road [Las Vegas, NV]

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 16:11:48 GMT

32-Year-Old Man Killed in DUI Head-On Collision on Tomiyaus LaneLAS VEGAS, NV (July 3, 2023) – Late Tuesday morning, Francisco Romero-Padilla was killed in a DUI accident on Warm Springs Road.Officers responded to the scene around 11:42 a.m., near the intersection of Warm Springs Road and Tomiyaus Lane.For DUI related reasons, the driver of a 2016 Ford F150 was traveling west on Warm Springs Road and crossed into the eastbound lanes. There, the Ford collided head-on with a 2016 Nissan NV200 van.Despite life-saving efforts, medics pronounced the Nissan driver, 32-year-old Romero-Padilla dead at the scene.The Ford driver, later identified as 22-year-old Raul Gonzalez, displayed signs of impairment and sustained minor injuries. Gonzalez was detained and is now facing DUI charges.At this time, an active investigation to determine further information is still currently underway. Once available, more details will be provided.No words can express the sorrow felt in a delicate moment ...

Dante Velarga Injured in Deadly Motorcycle Crash on Highway 32 [Tehama County, CA]

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 16:11:48 GMT

Chico Motorcyclist Killed in Head-On Crash Near State Route 36TEHAMA COUNTY, CA (July 3, 2023) – Tuesday afternoon, Dante Velarga was injured in a deadly head-on collision along State Highway 32.The crash occurred around 3:35 p.m. in the westbound lanes of State Route 32, four miles east of Highway 36.Based on the initial investigation, a 2022 Honda Shadow motorcycle entered a right-hand curve while traveling at an unknown rate of speed. The rider lost control of the motorcycle and slid on his right side where it crossed the double yellow lines.At the same time, an eastbound 2020 Jeep Renegade driven by Dante Velarga of Westwood attempted to avoid the motorcycle but failed. As a result, both vehicles collided head-on and left the rider with fatal injuries.The first responders declared the 33-year-old motorcyclist dead at the scene. At this time, their identity remains undisclosed.Meanwhile, Valerga received minor injuries from the crash. Although, it was unclear if he was tran...

Soul Jam Recalls the 70s

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 16:11:48 GMT

Soul Jam Recalls the 70s: A night of classic soul, funk and disco at the YouTube Theater will see headliners the Stylistics joined by (William Hart’s) Delfonics, Peaches & Herb, Sonny Bivins Manhattans, and the Legendary Blue Notes. Jimmie JJ Walker hosts a show that will feature timeless hits, all lined up one after the other.Soul Jam Recalls the 70s: The event takes place at 7 p.m. on Friday, July 7 at the YouTube Theater.                                                            Editor’s note: The disclaimer below refers to advertising posts and does not apply to this or any other editorial stories. LA Weekly editorial does not and will not sell content.Advertising disclosur...

Los Gatos Instacart customer gets late delivery, nasty surprise

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 16:11:48 GMT

June 28VEHICLE TAMPERING: Overnight on Belwood Gateway. A catalytic converter was stolen off a 1999 silver Honda AccordVANDALISM: 5:21 p.m. on Roberts Road. An Instacart employee was an hour late, and the customer was unable to wait and tried to cancel their order. The employee got mad and sprayed an unknown liquid around their front door and door cam and knocked on the door for over 10 minutes. The customer contacted Instacart, who told them to contact the police.June 29MUNI CODE VIOLATION: 7:40 a.m. at Bay Tree Apartments on Massol Avenue. Gardeners were at the apartment complex working early and using leaf blowers.SUSPICIOUS PERSON: 9:41 a.m. at Elm Street and North Santa Cruz Avenue. Someone was taking pieces off fire hydrants.BATTERY: 9:39 p.m. at Bachman Park on Bachman Avenue. A 14-year-old boy was shot with an airsoft gun fired from a vehicle.June 30JUVENILE DISTURBANCE: 9:49 p.m. at Bachman Park on Bachman Avenue. Loud juveniles at the park were playing loud music and yelli...

Successful license plate theft followed by unsuccessful break-in attempt

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 16:11:48 GMT

JUNE 18Residential burglary: Someone entered a residence in the 13000 block of Saratoga Avenue overnight and stole jewelry valued at $29,800.JUNE 19Attempted residential burglary, stolen license plate: At 10:04 a.m., two suspects attempted to enter a residence in the 20000 block of Bella Vista Avenue by breaking a rear sliding glass door but were unsuccessful. Follow-up investigation revealed the suspects arrived at and fled from the scene in a vehicle with plates previously stolen from a vehicle parked in the 18000 block of Greenbrook Court.Residential burglary: Between 10:20 a.m. and 12:29 p.m., someone entered a residence in the 14000 block of Saratoga Heights Drive by breaking a rear sliding glass door. The house was ransacked, but details of any stolen property were not been provided.JUNE 21Petty theft, theft by credit card: Between 8 a.m. and 11:15 a.m., someone entered an unlocked vehicle parked in the 21000 block of Prospect Road and stole credit cards, then used one of the ...