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Man Killed, Arianna Kopecky Arrested after Hit-And-Run Crash on Seawall Boulevard [Harris County, TX]

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:26:29 GMT

61-Year-Old Man Fatally Struck in Hit-and-Run Collision near 28th StreetHARRIS COUNTY, TX (November 7, 2023) – Arianna Kopecky was in police custody Thursday night following a fatal hit-and-run incident on Seawall Boulevard. The incident unfolded at approximately 9:20 p.m. on October 26, along the section of Seawall Boulevard near 28th Street.As per the available information, Kopecky was driving a pickup truck heading west when she collided with a pedestrian who was crossing from the south side to the north side of the road.After the collision, Kopecky left the scene without providing any assistance or alerting the authorities.First responders arrived and rushed the injured pedestrian to the nearby trauma center at John Sealy Hospital where the pedestrian succumbed to their injuries. In order to conduct the necessary cleanup and investigative procedures, the area was temporarily closed off to the public.After initial investigative efforts, law enforcement officers were able to...

Ari Jimenez, Austin Tsai, Bugeon Jim Killed in Wrong-Way Crash on Interstate 90 [Mercer Island, WA]

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:26:29 GMT

3 Pronounced Dead after Wrong-Way Collision near Island Crest WayMERCER ISLAND, WA (November 7, 2023) – A fatal accident claimed the lives of Ari Jimenez, Austin Tsai, and Bugeon Jim early Monday morning, in a head-on collision.Police received calls shortly after midnight, on the eastbound lanes of the freeway near Island Crest Way on October 30th.According to reports, Ari Jimenez, a 30-year-old, was driving westward at a high speed in the eastbound HOV lane, leading to a collision with an oncoming Subaru, in which 22-year-old Tsai and 23-year-old Jim were occupants.Medical personnel later declared all three individuals deceased at the accident scene. To facilitate the cleanup and preliminary investigations, authorities temporarily closed all eastbound lanes, eventually reopening them around 5:30 a.m.The team at Sweet James offers their warm and sincerest sympathies to the friends and families of Ari Jimenez, Austin Tsai, and Bugeon Jim. May you find comfort and strength durin...

Four Hospitalized after Two-Vehicle Crash near 32nd Street [Phoenix, AZ]

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:26:29 GMT

Two-Vehicle Accident near Van Buren Street Resulted in Multiple CasualtiesPHOENIX, AZ (November 7, 2023) – On Thursday afternoon, a two-vehicle crash near 32nd Street left four persons with injuries.As reported by Phoenix Authorities, the incident took place on October 26th at approximately 2:00 p.m., entailing four occupants from two vehicles.Additionally, the collision involving four cars caused injuries to all involved, including a pregnant mother.The four injured individuals were identified as three women in their 20s, 40s, and 60s, along with a male child.Subsequently, the responding medical personnel conveyed all injured parties to the hospital, where three of them were classified as being in critical condition, while one woman was in stable condition. Thankfully, all of them were anticipated to recover.Meanwhile, the authorities cleared the scene and further investigation is being handled by the Phoenix Police Department.To prevent vehicle accidents, stay alert and driv...

Woman Dies in Pursuit Collision on Grand Parkway [Tomball, TX]

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:26:29 GMT

Female Driver Pronounced Dead after Stolen-Vehicle Crash on State Highway 249TOMBALL, TX (November 7, 2023) – One unidentified woman died Friday afternoon in a pursuit collision on Grand Parkway near State Highway 290 on October 27th. Reports of a stolen Ford F-250 vehicle came in when police attempted to perform a traffic stop.However, the driver failed to comply and the pursuit began before the suspect exited the freeway. Shortly after, the suspect driver struck the driver’s side of another car, driven by a woman. Due to the extent of injuries sustained, paramedics pronounced the female driver of the vehicle dead.Meanwhile, medical personnel took the suspect to a local hospital for further treatment. Deputies arrested the 29-year-old suspect who possibly will face charges of unauthorized use of a motor vehicle, evading arrest in a motor vehicle, and vehicular manslaughter.An active investigation to determine more information is still ongoing.The team at Sweet James off...

Photos: Golden Gate Bridge suicide-deterring net nears completion

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:26:29 GMT

Workers are nearing completion of the installation of steel net about 20 feet below and extending 20 feet out from the Golden Gate Bridge. As first reported by the New York Times, the nets have already saved lives and have failed to deter jumpers.Related ArticlesCalifornia News | Photos: World War II-era hangar in Southern California burns in massive fire California News | Photos: Blast at Al-Maghazi refugee camp in Gaza kills dozens as Israel continues to identify victims of Oct. 7 Hamas attack California News | Photos: Veterans honored during celebration in San Jose California News | Photos: Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Induction ceremony California News | ‘Children are dying every day’: Thousands march in San Francisco demanding ceasefire in Gaza The Golden Gate Bridge Highway and Transportation District began installing the $217 million steel nets in 2018. At more than three miles in leng...

Vengeance or self-defense?: Trial opens for man accused of beheading woman with sword in San Carlos

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:26:29 GMT

REDWOOD CITY — Did Jose Rafael Solano Landaeta act out of pure vengeance when he took a sword to the neck of his child’s mother and beheaded her on a quiet San Carlos street as passersby looked on in horror?Or was he acting out of “imperfect self defense” — a paranoid schizophrenic who was off his medication and fearful for the lives of his brother and mother?Those dueling narratives emerged Tuesday in the opening day of testimony in Solano’s first-degree murder trial, where he faces 26 years to life in prison for the Sept. 8, 2022, killing of Karina Castro, 27. Tuesday’s proceeding began without Solano seated in the courtroom after he refused to come out of his cell, Judge Lisa A. Novak said.Displaying a picture of the large sword used to cut down Castro, prosecutor Josh Stauffer said Solano seemed to be “punishing or harming someone in return for what they have done to you” — the very definition of vengeance, he saidStauffer pointed ...

Single family residence in Milpitas sells for $1.6 million

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:26:29 GMT

341 Spring Valley Lane – Google Street ViewA 1,186-square-foot house built in 1971 has changed hands. The property located in the 300 block of Spring Valley Lane in Milpitas was sold on Oct. 26, 2023, for $1,600,000, or $1,349 per square foot. This single-story home provides a generous living space with its four bedrooms and two bathrooms. Additionally, the home provides a two-car garage, granting ample space for parking and storage purposes.These nearby houses have also recently been purchased:A 1,186-square-foot home on the 1800 block of Golden Hills Drive in Milpitas sold in October 2023, for $1,640,000, a price per square foot of $1,383. The home has 4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.On Carl Avenue, Milpitas, in November 2022, a 1,210-square-foot home was sold for $1,265,000, a price per square foot of $1,045. The home has 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.In January 2023, a 1,584-square-foot home on Ellis Avenue in Milpitas sold for $1,391,000, a price per square foot of $878. The home has 3...

Why Oakland A’s manager Mark Kotsay is unlikely to interview for any other managerial openings

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:26:29 GMT

Oakland A’s manager Mark Kotsay interviewed for the managerial opening with the New York Mets, A’s general manager David Forst confirmed.But the Mets ultimately hired Carlos Mendoza, the former New York Yankees bench coach, on Monday. And on Tuesday, the A’s announced that they picked up an option on Kotsay for 2025, ensuring he would be the A’s manager for at least two more seasons.On a conference call on Tuesday afternoon, Forst was asked if the A’s move to pick up the option would limit Kotsay from interviewing for any other managerial jobs. There are still four openings: the Los Angeles Angels, Houston Astros, San Diego Padres and Milwaukee Brewers are still looking for a manager.“He will be here going forward,” Forst responded, indicating that Kotsay would not be interviewing for other jobs.Forst said he almost always grants permission to his employees who want to interview for jobs with other teams.“As long as I’ve been here it’s always been our policy that we leave that...

Samurai sword beheading: Landaeta refuses to attend own murder trial

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:26:29 GMT

REDWOOD CITY, Calif. (KRON) -- A man accused of beheading his ex-girlfriend with a samurai sword in San Carlos refused to attend his own murder trial Tuesday morning for opening statements.Jose "Rafa" Solano Landaeta, 34, of Hayward, is charged with murdering Karina Castro. The 27-year-old victim and her accused killer had a baby together before their relationship turned "toxic," a defense attorney told the jury. San Mateo County Judge Lisa Novak said Landaeta is welcome to attend his trial at any time, or not attend. "This is his choice," the judge said.Three horrified witnesses said they saw Landaeta slash Castro's head off with the sword on Sept. 8, 2022. Her arm was also nearly slashed off. She had attempted to run away from Landaeta along on a sidewalk outside her apartment at 400 Laurel Street, prosecutor Josh Stauffer told the jury.Karina Castro (Images via Facebook) For opening statements, the defense and prosecution outlined what the jury will see during the trial as witnes...

Nextdoor to lay off 25% of its staff as part of cost reduction plan

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:26:29 GMT

SAN FRANCISCO (KRON) -- San Francisco-based Nextdoor will lay off 25% of its staff, the company announced in a financial report posted Tuesday. The job cuts are part of a broader cost reduction plan that targets reducing the neighborhood network social media company's personnel expenses by $60 million."This reduction in our team is the hardest decision we have had to make at Nextdoor," said Nextdoor CEO Sarah Friar. "While our opportunity and belief in the transformative power of community remains unwavering, and our business is financially strong with a healthy balance sheet, we must follow through on our commitment to our shareholders." Series of violent robberies leaves Walnut Creek residents on edge "This means right sizing our business and aligning our team and other expenses with our near term revenue expectations," Friar continued. "We expect that these actions will position us to reach quarterly free cash flow breakeven by the end of 2025."In the financial report, the comp...