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Two Injured in Hit-and-Run Pedestrian Crash on Interstate 17 [Phoenix, AZ]

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 15:54:50 GMT

Two Pedestrians Hurt in Accident near Dunlap AvenuePHOENIX, AZ (July 11, 2023) – Late Friday night, two pedestrians sustained injuries after a hit-and-run incident on Interstate 17.It happened on June 9th just before 11:30 p.m. near Dunlap Avenue involving two pedestrians.According to the Phoenix police, they arrived at the scene and found two pedestrians injured on the highway.Consequently, the officers transported both pedestrians to the hospital who suffered serious injuries, one of them only suffered minor wounds.Furthermore, the officers are locating the driver of a 2019 or newer gray Chevrolet Blazer SUV, who was suspected to have struck them.A large portion of the roadway was temporarily shut down to allow for cleanup and preliminary duties.At this time, there was no lead about the suspect, and anyone with information is urged to call the DPS at 1-877-4AZ-TIPS.No further details are public at this time; however, more information will be provided once made available to t...

Explore the Future Stars: Top 10 Hip-Hop Artists to Watch Out for in 2023

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 15:54:50 GMT

01. Baby CIn the dynamic world of hip-hop, one name is rapidly making its mark: Baby C, also known as Flair Guy, a young prodigy from Texas who has been stirring the music scene since his early teens. Immersed in the world of hip-hop from a tender age, Baby C’s unwavering love for music shone through every fiber of his being. Even at the tender age of 13, he effortlessly weaved together mesmerizing beats and captivating rhymes, drawing inspiration from the titans of the industry like Jay-Z, P. Diddy, and Berry Gordy. His remarkable ability to produce mature and thought-provoking content defies his tender age, placing him in a league of his own among his peers.Baby C’s music aims not just to entertain but also to enlighten, offering a fresh perspective on the world through the power of lyrics and rhythm. This dedication to authenticity is evident in his music, which is grounded in a non-pretentious approach that prioritizes substance over commercial success. His commitmen...

Charting the Path to Tax Excellence: The Robert Hall & Associates Journey

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 15:54:50 GMT

Robert Hall & Associates, a California-based tax consultancy firm, has been a guiding light in the tax industry since 1971. Under the dynamic leadership of Managing Director, Mike Watson, the firm is setting high standards of excellence in tax consultancy services, offering clients unparalleled knowledge and personalized solutions.When Robert Hall founded the company five decades ago, he envisioned a firm that moved beyond traditional, generic tax services to a more customized, client-centric approach. This vision continued to flourish under Stephen Hall’s leadership and took a new turn when Mike Watson, a seasoned tax consultant, assumed the leadership role. Today, the firm handles over 10,000 tax returns annually, extending its services beyond Los Angeles and California to serve clients nationwide.Unraveling the complexities of tax laws can be daunting. However, with Robert Hall & Associates, clients find solace in the team’s vast experience, garnered from deal...

Araksya Kopylenko Killed in Pedestrian Accident on Kietzke Lane [Reno, NV]

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 15:54:50 GMT

Woman Pronounced Dead Following Auto-Pedestrian Crash near Gentry WayRENO, NV (July 11, 2023) – Wednesday afternoon, a pedestrian accident on Kietzke Lane claimed the life of Araksya Kopylenko.The incident happened on June 21st, at around 4:37 p.m. near Gentry Way.According to the NSP, the pedestrian was walking outside of a marked crosswalk when a vehicle struck her.First responders performed life-saving attempts but pronounced the female pedestrian dead from her injuries.Police later identified the victim, who they believed to be a homeless woman as 41-year-old woman Araksya Kopylenko.Meanwhile, the driver involved stayed at the scene and cooperated with the authorities.Authorities have no further details at this time. Once available, more information will be released to the public.The Sweet James team sends their warm and sincerest sympathies to the friends and family of Araksya Kopylenko. May you find comfort and strength during this difficult time.Losing someone in a hit-...

Woman Dies in Red-Light Collision on Losee Road [Las Vegas, NV]

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 15:54:50 GMT

Female Driver Pronounced Dead after Red-Light Crash on Cheyenne AvenueLAS VEGAS, NV (July 11, 2023) – Late Monday night, one woman was pronounced dead after a red-light collision on Losee Road.Police received dispatch calls in the area around 11:00 p.m., at the intersection of Losee Road and Cheyenne Avenue.Following preliminary investigations, officers say the female driver of a black Honda Accord ran a red light and struck a Nissan Sentra that was traveling through a green light.The Honda then lost control and struck a nearby palm tree. Medics arrived and took the female driver of the Honda to UMC Trauma where she later succumbed to her injuries on July 4th.Meanwhile, paramedics transported the driver and passenger of the Nissan to a nearby hospital with non life-threatening injuries.At this time, an active investigation to determine further information is still currently underway. Once available, more details will be provided.The team at Sweet James offers their warm and si...

Surfing accident kills Mikala Jones, surfer famed for photos and videos from inside waves

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 15:54:50 GMT

By Audrey McAvoy | Associated PressHONOLULU — Mikala Jones, a Hawaii surfer known for shooting awe-inspiring photos and videos from the inside of barreling waves, has died after a surfing accident in Indonesia. He was 44.Jones had gone out into the ocean Sunday morning during a trip to the Mentawai Islands off the western coast of Sumatra when his surfboard fin cut his femoral artery, said his father, dentist Dr. John Jones. The femoral artery is a large blood vessel in the thigh that delivers blood to lower limbs.“He was a humble artist. His pictures were incredible,” his father said in a phone interview from his Honolulu office on Monday.Jones’ Instagram account shows stunning images of waves curling around him from above while he crouches on his board. In some shots, a sunset or sunrise is visible through the curved wave opening in front of him.The elder Jones took photos for surfing magazines starting in the 1970s, but mostly shot from the beach or snapped pict...

San Jose tech campus sells at a loss, may be replaced by 700 homes

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 15:54:50 GMT

SAN JOSE — A San Jose tech campus has landed a buyer and is being sold for a loss in a deal that also paves the way for the development of more than 700 homes on the choice property, public documents show.Global Net Lease has struck a deal to sell a San Jose office site totaling roughly 164,000 for $50 million, the company stated Tuesday in a filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission.The real estate investment firm revealed that the office center is being sold at a loss compared with the $52.5 million that Global Net Lease paid in 2014 for the property, the SEC documents show.The real estate investment firm didn’t disclose the location in the regulatory filing.However, the Global Net Lease website shows that in 2014 the company paid $52.5 million to buy a three-building office complex in San Jose with addresses 211, 251 and 281 River Oaks Parkway.The real estate firm did say it has found “a local developer who intends to convert the asset to residential us...

Rents in this Southern California metro are now more expensive than in San Francisco

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 15:54:50 GMT

Thinking of packing up for Southern California to escape the Bay Area’s sky-high rents? Not so fast.Home rental prices in the San Diego area are now more expensive than in the San Francisco metro, according to a new report by home listing site Zillow. And Los Angles isn’t far behind.The typical monthly rent for available apartments, condos and single-family homes in San Diego hit $3,175 in June. That’s compared to $3,168 across San Francisco and the East Bay.San Jose remained the priciest major market in the country, with a median rent of $3,411. Elsewhere in Southern California, the typical rent reached $2,983 in Los Angeles and $2,573 in Riverside.Related ArticlesHousing | Santa Clara County to give $1,200 monthly payments to homeless students finishing high school Housing | My house or my beach? Why California’s housing crisis threatens its powerful coastal commission Housing | Must Bay Area cities offer shelter before ...

Archeologists dig for children’s remains at Nebraska school

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 15:54:50 GMT

By Trisha Ahmed and Charlie Niebergal | Associated PressGENOA, Neb. — Archeologists resumed digging Tuesday at the remote site of a former Native American boarding school in central Nebraska, searching for the remains of children who died there decades ago.The search for a hidden cemetery near the former Genoa Indian Industrial School in Nebraska gained renewed interest after the discovery of hundreds of children’s remains at other Native American boarding school sites across the U.S. and Canada since 2021, said Dave Williams, the state’s archeologist whose team is digging at the site.The team hasn’t found human remains yet, Williams said, but the dig only began on Monday and is expected to last through the week.“Where is the cemetery and how many people are buried there? It’s the big question that’s hanging in the air,” said Alyce Tejral, a board member of the nearby Genoa U.S. Indian School Foundation Museum.The school was part of a nation...

Michelin’s dining deals: 4 Bay Area restaurants join ‘affordable’ Bib Gourmand list

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 15:54:50 GMT

On Tuesday, the Michelin Guide released the names of its newest Bib Gourmand honorees in California — menus with “excellent food at reasonable prices” — and four Bay Area restaurants made the list for the first time.Six other honorees are located in Southern California.The new Bay Area notables are Petiscos, the sister restaurant to the Michelin-starred Adega in San Jose; Bombera, a Mexican heritage cooking standout in Oakland; Snail Bar, an Oakland bistro with eclectic, upscale bites and natural wines; and Bansang, a contemporary Korean restaurant in San Francisco. (See the inspectors’ tasting notes below.)These restaurants will join dozens of other Northern California restaurants when the full Bib Gourmand array is announced next Tuesday, July 18, at a ceremony at Oakland’s Chabot Space & Science Center. All told, 143 California restaurants will be on that affordable list, a Michelin spokesman said Tuesday. Michelin’s prestigious star awards will also be revealed that da...