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Workers' union calls for mass protest at Starbucks stores nationwide on Red Cup Day 

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 15:56:26 GMT

The Starbucks Workers United union has announced that thousands of employees at hundreds of locations nationwide will walk off the job on the coffee chain's Red Cup Day promotional event this week. According to Reuters, employees cite staffing and scheduling issues as two main reasons for starting their “Red Cup Rebellion” this week. Red Cup Day – which falls on Thursday – is one of Starbucks' most popular promotions, and one that baristas call “one of the most infamously hard, understaffed days” of the whole year.  10 Fwy could reopen in 3 to 5 weeks; no demolition necessary, Newsom says “This year, on the heels of victories won by striking workers across different industries nationwide, Starbucks workers are taking the rebellion to the next level,” the union said. Staff shortages aren’t the only reason baristas are protesting; in June, workers at a Starbucks in Cypress Park walked off the job in protest of the removal of pride month decorations in addition to stalled contract ne...

Taco Bell releases Nacho Fries Lover's Pass and debuts new entrée

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 15:56:26 GMT

Taco Bell has introduced a new iteration of its Taco Lover’s Pass, the all-new Nacho Fries Lover’s Pass.The new pass, available to Taco Bell rewards members nationwide, will allow passholders to redeem one order of Nacho Fries daily for 30 days. The pass, just like its predecessor, costs $10 and will be available on the Taco Bell app until Dec. 4, the company announced on Tuesday. Taco Bell, other food chains could move to digital-only sales: CFO The Orange County-based fast food company will also debut a new version of the fan-favorite entrée on Nov. 16. Grilled Cheese Nacho Friess will make its nationwide debut on Nov. 16.The Grilled Cheese Nacho Fries combines a blend of melted cheeses, steak and the chain’s signature seasoned fries. The latest menu item will be available for a limited time, (Taco Bell)  The Grilled Cheese Nacho Fries combines a blend of melted cheeses, steak and the chain’s signature seasoned fries. The latest menu item will be available for a limited time, a...

Man Dies in Multi-Vehicle Tow-Truck Collision on Loop 375 [El Paso, TX]

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 15:56:26 GMT

28-Year-Old Man Pronounced Dead after Multi-Car Accident near Pebble HillsEL PASO, TX (November 14, 2023) – A fatal collision involving multiple vehicles and a tow truck occurred on Loop 375, Wednesday afternoon. Authorities were alerted to the incident at approximately 5:30 a.m. near the intersection of Pebble Hills and Edgemore.According to reports, the driver of a gray Peterbilt tow truck attempted to swerve to avoid a Ford Edge but was unsuccessful. Consequently, the Ford collided with a Dodge Charger, propelling the Dodge into a Honda Accord. The chaos resulted in seven vehicles catching fire.Paramedics promptly arrived at the scene, transporting several victims to a nearby hospital for necessary medical attention. A 28-year-old man lost his life in the collision, and medical personnel pronounced him dead at the scene. The authorities have not yet disclosed the identity of the deceased.Emergency crews temporarily closed off the surrounding area to facilitate cleanup and p...

Disneyland tightens pin trading rules to reign in ‘pin-sanity’

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 15:56:26 GMT

Disneyland has reigned in “professional” pin traders who bring thousands of collectible pins to the Anaheim theme park by extremely limiting the amount of time, number of pins and trading locations where the decades-old cherished Disney tradition is permitted.Disneyland has updated its Guest Pin Trading Etiquette policy to help enhance the overall visitor experience, according to Disneyland officials.“We regularly evaluate and adjust our policies and operations,” according to Disneyland officials. “Pin trading is a fun, magical activity for our guests and these updated guidelines will create a designated location near Westward Ho Trading Company in Disneyland park during specific times, which will enhance the overall guest experience at Disneyland resort.”Pin trading displays are now permitted only in the “extremely limited” designated trading area near Westward Ho Trading Company in Disneyland.Use of the Westward Ho pin trading area is restricted to specific times between park open...

‘How the Grinch Stole Christmas’ musical visits downtown San Jose

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 15:56:26 GMT

Get ready for the Grinch.Yes, that infamous furry green creature — who, at least initially, is certainly no fan of the holiday season — is bringing a slice of Whoville to the Bay Area as “Dr. Seuss’ How the Grinch Stole Christmas! The Musical” is performed Nov. 28-Dec. 3 at the Center for the Performing Arts in San Jose.The play, of course, is based on Dr. Seuss’ classic holiday tale about the curmudgeonly Grinch, whose heart is “two sizes too small” and his desire to ruin the Christmas season for the kindly residents of Whoville knows no bounds.The musical, which was first commissioned by the Children’s Theatre Company in Minneapolis in the mid-’90s and went on to become a Broadway blockbuster, features the hit songs “You’re A Mean One, Mr. Grinch” and “Welcome Christmas.”The play opens Nov. 28. Yet, the Grinch — the mean green one himself — is arriving in the Bay Area a bit early and will make several local appearan...

Man arrested on suspicion of manslaughter over death of American hockey player Adam Johnson, police say

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 15:56:26 GMT

By George Ramsay | CNNA man has been arrested on suspicion of manslaughter following the death of ice hockey player Adam Johnson last month, South Yorkshire Police said in a statement on Tuesday.Johnson died after sustaining a cut to the neck while playing for the Nottingham Panthers against the Sheffield Steelers in England on October 28.A Sheffield coroner’s report found that the 29-year-old “sustained an incised wound to the neck caused by the skate of another player” and later died in hospital as a result of the injury.“Our investigation launched immediately following this tragedy and we have been carrying out extensive enquiries ever since to piece together the events which led to the loss of Adam in these unprecedented circumstances,” detective chief superintendent Becs Horsfall said in a police statement.“We have been speaking to highly specialised experts in their field to assist in our enquiries and continue to work closely with the health and safety department at Sheffield...

Driver dies from injuries suffered in shooting on Richmond Parkway

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 15:56:26 GMT

RICHMOND — A driver shot while being pursued on the Richmond Parkway by somebody in another vehicle has died from his injuries.Related ArticlesCrime and Public Safety | Scooter-riding suspect robs four men at gunpoint outside Oakland restaurant Crime and Public Safety | Marin police arrest East Bay teen in armed robbery probe Crime and Public Safety | Union City police searching for suspect who stabbed someone multiple times Crime and Public Safety | Person arrested in Fremont shooting that left one dead, one wounded Crime and Public Safety | Man arrested in fatal shooting outside East Bay restaurant Richmond police Sgt. Donald Patchin said the man died at a hospital over the weekend. He had been rushed there after the Nov. 9 shooting on the parkway between Goodrick Avenue and Giant Highway.Authorities early Tuesday identified him as Arcjoseph Rodillo, 26, of San Pablo.Police have not announced any...

APEC Bay Bridge lane closure begins Tuesday

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 15:56:26 GMT

SAN FRANCISCO (KRON) -- Bay Bridge lane closures related to the APEC summit in San Francisco go into effect Tuesday. To help ensure safety and security around the event, Caltrans will be implementing the following closures: Biden in San Francisco for APEC: Timeline of president’s visit Closure of eastbound I-80 at 4th Street off-ramp and westbound I-80 at 5th Street off-ramp from Wednesday, Nov. 15 through Friday, Nov. 17, between 5 a.m. and 9 p.m.Closure of #1 (far-left) lane on eastbound I-80 (San Francisco Oakland Bay Bridge) and #5 (far-right) lane on westbound I-80: Beginning at 5 a.m., Tuesday, Nov. 14 and lasting through 9 p.m., Friday, Nov. 17.Closure of northbound Highway 101 Dana Bowers Vista Point off-ramp: From Tuesday, Nov. 14 through Saturday, Nov. 18."We understand that these closures may cause temporary inconvenience, but they are essential to help ensure the safety and security of this significant event and to promote immediacy and availability for emergency respo...

Walnut Creek robbery suspect arrested

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 15:56:26 GMT

(KRON) -- A 27-year-old Fairfield man was arrested Friday in connection to two separate robberies in Walnut Creek, according to the City of Walnut Creek. Malcolm Hale was arrested on a variety of charges related to the two incidents.The first incident occurred on Nov. 3 at around 3:16 p.m. Walnut Creek Police Dispatch got a 911 call reporting a robbery in the Burger King parking lot on North Broadway. The victim, officials said, was sitting in his car when two suspects wearing masks and gloves approached him.One of the suspects brandished a dark colored handgun and forcibly took the victim's wallet and jewelry. The suspects fled in a white vehicle. The victim, who sustained minor injuries during the robbery, was treated at the scene. ‘I’m going to have to take you out’: Paul Pelosi delivers chilling testimony in DePape trial On Friday, Nov. 10, Walnut Creek Police Department detectives and the Central County SWAT Team executed a search warrant in Fairfield. Detectives recovered an...

The top-trending pet names in San Jose, according to a new study

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 15:56:26 GMT

(NEXSTAR) – When it comes to naming our pets, lots of Americans favor ever-popular choices such as Max, Charlie, Milo or Luna, recent studies have shown. But other, more offbeat names have been gaining steam over the last year, even if they’re not yet popular enough to dethrone the classics.Rover, an online marketplace for pet owners, has released the results of its 11th annual “Most Popular Pet Names” report, detailing not only the most common pet names across the country but also the top-trending names that pet owners are increasingly embracing in the United States. Some nickels may be worth more than 5 cents, especially if they feature this animal For instance, the three top-trending dog names in the United States for 2023 are “Kelce,” “Wednesday” and “Oak,” with Kelce seeing a 135% increase in popularity over the last year, and Wednesday and Oak trailing behind with popularity spikes of 92% and 90%, respectively.For cats, the three top-trending names were “Norbert,” “Soju” and...