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Skittles ban passes in the California State Assembly, expected to pass Senate

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:57:11 GMT

California is one step closer to enacting a law that would ban Skittles, Hot Tamales and a host of other food items that contain chemicals linked to health issues.Assembly Bill 418, proposed by Jesse Gabriel (D-Woodland Hills), passed overwhelmingly in the California State Assembly last week and now heads to the State Senate, where it is also expected to pass, staffers tell KTXL's Eytan Wallace.Gov. Gavin Newsom has not indicated whether or not he would sign the legislation.The bill would prohibit the manufacture, sale or distribution of products containing red dye No. 3, titanium dioxide, potassium bromate, brominated vegetable oil or propyl paraben in the Golden State.Those chemicals, which are already banned in the European Union, have been linked to cancer, reproductive issues and developmental issues in children, Gabriel says.“It’s unacceptable that the U.S. is so far behind the rest of the world when it comes to banning these dangerous additives,” Gabriel said in a statement. ...

Swap meet vendors plead for help amid Fiesta Mini Mall's pending demolition

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:57:11 GMT

Dozens of swap meet vendors are worried for their livelihoods after they received a notice to vacate the Fiesta Mini Mall next month.The building at 4800 South Main Street in the South Park neighborhood of South Los Angeles is expected to be closed and demolished to make way for new development, according to the United Vendors of Fiesta Mini Mall.The vendors gathered at Los Angeles City Hall on Tuesday to protest their eviction and to ask the council — specifically Councilmember Curren Price — for assistance.

Containment grows for Ramona Fire in Riverside County

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:57:11 GMT

The Ramona Fire in Riverside County grew slightly larger overnight Monday, but containment has grown as well.As of 7 a.m. Tuesday, the fire grew to 348 acres — up from 328 acres as of about 8:30 p.m. Monday — but it was 35% contained, the Riverside County Fire Department said on Twitter.Monday night, the blaze near the Ramona Expressway and Warren Road west of San Jacinto was only 20% contained.Evacuation orders were implemented for a few hours Monday, though they were lifted by that evening, and roads have been reopened."Firefighters will remain on-scene throughout the day working on continued containment and control. Please continue to use caution in the fire area as apparatus and personnel are working," fire officials said.

Ronnie Crnkovic Killed in Two-Vehicle Crash near 35th Avenue [Phoenix, AZ]

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:57:11 GMT

59-Year-Old Man Dead after a Fatal Hit-and-Run Collision near Acoma DrivePHOENIX, AZ (May 23, 2023) – Early Tuesday morning, police responded to a collision that claimed the life of Ronnie Crnkovic.The incident happened on May 9th, at around 5:30 a.m., near the intersection of 35th Avenue and Acoma Drive.According to the Phoenix police, the collision involved a vehicle driven by Crnkovic and a pickup truck.Investigation showed that Crnkovic was stopped at the intersection when the pickup truck traveling on 35th Avenue struck him from behind. The pickup truck then fled the scene without rendering aid to the victim.After officers arrived at the scene, they found Crnkovic with serious injuries and transported him to a local hospital for treatment. There, medics pronounced 59-year-old Ronnie Crnkovic dead, due to the extent of his injuries.Meanwhile crews shut down the area surrounding the intersection for cleanup and preliminary duties.At this time, officials have not released an...

Josiah Boteilho Killed in Wrong-Way Crash on 30th Street [Phoenix, AZ]

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:57:11 GMT

Bartolome Godinez-Perez Arrested following Head-On Crash near Greenway RoadPHOENIX, AZ (May 19, 2023) – On Sunday morning, Josiah Boteilho was killed and 6 other family members were injured in a wrong-way collision.The incident happened on May 14th, just after 8:00 a.m., near 32nd Street and Greenway Road involving two vehicles.Investigation showed that a pickup truck driven by 36-year-old Bartolome Godinez-Perez was traveling southbound on 31st Street. There, the pickup failed to yield at a stop sign.Additionally, reports showed that Godinez-Perez was driving against traffic when he collided with a vehicle occupied by seven people.As a result, all of the family members suffered minor to extreme injuries. First responders transported the victims to a local hospital for treatment. At the hospital, medics pronounced 13-year-old Josiah Boteilho dead due to the extent of his injuries.Meanwhile, Godinez-Perez remained at the scene and cooperated with authorities. Police later arres...

Klash of the Titans with Kreator and Sepultura

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:57:11 GMT

Klash of the Titans with Kreator and Sepultura: They’re calling this thrash metal tour the Klash of the Titans, a nod to the old Clash of the Titans tours that featured Slayer, Megadeth and Anthrax. This isn’t quite as magnificent, but it’s still good. German old school thrashers Kreator have never let up, and the current lineup of Sepultura proudly keeps the torch burning. Original Bay Area scene-pioneers Death Angel also play, as do SpiritWorld.Last year saw Kreator release their fifteenth studio album, Hate Über Alles. “The last decade has been a particularly exciting time for the group, with 2012’s Phantom Antichrist proving how they could embrace modern production techniques and move with the times without forsaking the underground spirit and defiance which made them a household name in the first place,” reads the press release. “Its successor, 2017’s Gods Of Violence, saw them topping the German charts for the very first time in their career, a feat virtually...

Why is GOP’s Marjorie Taylor Greene giving money to California Rep. Michelle Steel?

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:57:11 GMT

Rep. Michelle Steel is one of several House Republicans who got a financial boost from Georgia Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene already this campaign cycle.In a district where Democrats have a slight advantage, could a donation from one of the more polarizing GOP lawmakers impact Steel’s race?On top of her $275,000 donation to the campaign arm of the GOP, Greene gave $2,000 each to 18 House Republicans, including Steel, according to the year’s official first-quarter campaign finance reports.It’s common for members of Congress to donate to their colleagues’ campaign coffers, particularly more vulnerable incumbents in their party, but a donation from someone particularly divisive could turn away swing voters, political analysts said.“It’s a risky move on the part of Michelle Steel to take this money,” said Sara Sadhwani, an assistant professor of politics at Pomona College.The district, Sadhwani said, “is not a Republican stronghold by any means.”In the 45th congressional district, accordi...

$165,489 lotto ticket sold at Hayward gas station

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:57:11 GMT

HAYWARD — More than fuel got pumped at a gas station here Monday night, as someone who purchased a state lottery Fantasy 5 ticket won the jackpot worth $165,489, officials said.The still unidentified player was the only one statewide to pick all five numbers, which were 14,19, 25, 30 and 39.The ticket was purchased at the Chevron station located at 30151 Industrial Parkway SW, lottery officials said.Related ArticlesCalifornia News | Would you make a ‘good’ lottery winner? California News | Formerly homeless Bay Area woman’s life changed with just one Lottery scratch The station could not immediately be reached for comment.The winner has 180 days from the draw date to claim their prize.Fantasy 5 is played every night of the week. Tuesday’s jackpot was to be a minimum of $75,000.

Review: Most underrated ’80s new wave act wows during Bay Area show

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:57:11 GMT

ABC is the most underrated ’80s new wave pop band of all.Yet, that certainly didn’t appear to be the case on on Monday night (May 22) at Bimbo’s 365 Club, as hundreds of fans packed the snazzy San Francisco club to capacity to energetically cheer on vocalist Martin Fry and company and joyfully relive some of the decade’s very best pop songs.“It feels like 1983 in here tonight,” Fry remarked to the crowd. “I am having a flashback ”And what a tremendous flashback it was, as Fry — the group’s only remaining original member — showcased his still-pristine vocals on 16 songs during roughly 75 minutes of stage time.Actually, this particular flashback is part of a much bigger one going on in the Bay Area, as a number of the other acts that played the big SoCal ’80s Cruel World festival last weekend — including Love and Rockets, Human League, Echo and the Bunnymen, Modern English and Gary Numan — also have sc...

Study: Santa Clara County edges out Orange County in share of Vietnamese restaurants

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:57:11 GMT

Vietnamese food fans take note: Santa Clara County now has the highest share of Vietnamese restaurants in the nation, edging out Orange County, according to a new study on Asian cuisine in America by the Pew Research Center.The study tabulated the number of open Asian restaurants in the U.S. in March 2023. Vietnamese restaurants made up 6 percent of all restaurants in Santa Clara County vs. 5 percent in Orange County. Santa Clara County has the second highest population of Vietnamese outside of Vietnam (120,000) behind Orange County (180,000).Little Saigon in San Jose has long been a must for delicious, authentic Vietnamese food, but popular, tasty outlets are growing in surrounding areas such as Santa Clara and Sunnyvale.The study also found what many Bay Area foodies have long known: the region dominates the country in Asian restaurant offerings.The percentage of restaurants in each county that serve Asian food. (Pew Research Center) Of the eight counties in the U.S. where at...