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Actress Frances Sternhagen of 'Cheers' and 'Sex and the City' dies at 93

Published Tue, 24 Dec 2024 00:38:17 GMT

Frances Sternhagen, known for her roles on Broadway and in the television series "Cheers" and "Sex and the City," has passed away at 93.The actress died at her home in New Rochelle, New York, on the evening of Nov. 27, according to her son John Carlin.He announced his mother's death on Instagram Wednesday morning. "She died peacefully at her home, a month and a half shy of her 94th birthday," he wrote. "I will post more soon, but for now I just want to give thanks for the remarkable gift of an artist and human being that was Frances Sternhagen. She was beloved by many. I'm very lucky I was able to call her my mom, my friend, my song and dance partner. We were together last week, and we spoke Monday afternoon, said how much we loved and missed one another."Carlin then explained that he was about to board a plane for London when he received the news of his mother's passing. Actress Frances Sternhagen attends the premiere of "Julie & Julia" at The Ziegfeld Theatre, in New York, on ...

4 California eateries among the 'best' new restaurants in the country, Yelp says

Published Tue, 24 Dec 2024 00:38:17 GMT

For the first time ever, Yelp is ranking the “best” new restaurants nationwide and four California-based establishments made the list. A total of 25 restaurants were featured.Pomet, a farm-to-table-based restaurant in Oakland, was ranked the country's second “best” new restaurant. The restaurant is owned by farmer Aomboon Deasy and ingredients used at the restaurant are locally sourced. Its menu includes Asian-influenced dishes, which are “hyper-seasonal and subject-to-change” mainly due to the ingredients being locally sourced. Only two dishes have remained since its opening in March 2022: the popular Ugly Mushroom Filled Pasta and Salt and Pepper Quail, according to Yelp. Subway to add footlong cookies to menus nationwide The restaurant also received a Michelin Green Star, awarded to restaurants at the forefront of sustainable practices.In Southern California, Manzke and San Laurel in Los Angeles and California English in San Diego also made the list.Manzke, created by Chefs Wal...

Actress Shannen Doherty reveals heartbreaking cancer news

Published Tue, 24 Dec 2024 00:38:17 GMT

Shannen Doherty shared heartbreaking news about her fight with cancer in an interview with PEOPLE. The actress said the stage 4 breast cancer has spread to her bones.Doherty, 52, was first diagnosed with breast cancer in 2015. After a mastectomy and chemotherapy, she went into remission.But the cancer returned in 2019. Doherty announced her diagnosis of metastatic stage 4 cancer in 2020. Steve Harvey thanks wife in emotional speech Earlier this year, she said the cancer had spread to her brain. A tumor on her brain was removed.The “Beverly Hills 90210” and “Charmed” star said she’s still undergoing treatment.“I don’t want to die,” she said in a recent interview with PEOPLE. “I’m not done with living. I’m not done with loving. I’m not done with creating. I’m not done with hopefully changing things for the better. I’m just not — I’m not done.”She continued, “When you ask yourself, ‘Why me? Why did I get cancer?’ and then ‘Why did my cancer come back? Why am I stage 4?’ That leads yo...

Man Fatally Struck in Pedestrian Accident on Lindell Road [Las Vegas, NV]

Published Tue, 24 Dec 2024 00:38:17 GMT

71-Year-Old Man Pronounced Dead after Pedestrian Collision near Flamingo RoadLAS VEGAS, NV (November 29, 2023) – Sunday evening, a pedestrian incident claimed the life of one man on Lindell Road. The collision occurred around 8:00 p.m. near the Flamingo and Lindell Road intersection in Spring Valley.According to investigators, a sedan driver struck a man crossing south in a designated crosswalk. An SUV trailing behind the sedan collided with it, leading to the SUV running over the pedestrian.The 71-year-old male pedestrian, suffering severe injuries, was pronounced dead at the scene by medics. As of now, authorities have not disclosed his identity.Emergency crews temporarily closed the surrounding area for cleanup and initial investigative procedures.Anyone with additional information about this tragic car accident is urged to promptly contact Indio Officials. Further details about the fatal pedestrian incident on Lindell Road will be provided once available.In this sorrowful ...

Frances Sternhagen dies at 93; award-winning actress had roles in TV’s ‘Sex and the City’ and ‘Cheers’

Published Tue, 24 Dec 2024 00:38:17 GMT

By Alli Rosenbloom | CNNFrances Sternhagen, a veteran stage and screen performer known for her work in films like “Misery” and on the TV series “Cheers” and “Sex and the City,” has died, a representative for Sternhagen told CNN on Wednesday.She was 93. Sarah Fargo, a representative for Sternhagen, sent a statement from the late actor’s family:“It is with great sadness that we share the news that our dear mother, actress Frances Sternhagen, died peacefully of natural causes in New Rochelle, NY, on November 27th, 2023 at the age of 93.  She is survived by her 6 children, 9 grandchildren, and 2 great-grandchildren.  A celebration of her remarkable career and life is planned for mid January, near her 94th birthday. We continue to be inspired by her love and life.”Sternhagen’s son John Carlin shared a tribute on his Instagram page Wednesday, saying his mother “was beloved by many. I’m very lucky I was able to call her my mom, my friend, my song and dance partner.”A celebrated...

Bay Area arts: 9 great shows to catch in the Bay Area this weekend

Published Tue, 24 Dec 2024 00:38:17 GMT

There are a lot of great shows, concerts and exhibits to catch in the Bay Area this weekend and beyond from Oakland Interfaith Gospel Choir’s beloved holiday concert to a new take on “The Jungle Book.”Here’s a partial roundup.You’ve gotta have ‘FaithAmong the Bay Area’s many holiday traditions, the Oakland Interfaith Gospel Choir’s annual concert at the Paramount Theatre in Oakland is one of the most cherished. There’s something about the world-renowned choir led by Terrance Kelly performing in the classic Art Deco concert hall that just seems like a special way to usher in the holiday season.The event returns for its 38th installment on Saturday after a three-year hiatus due to COVID-related scheduling difficulties. Titled “Living in Harmony,” the concert will be hosted by ABC7 News Bay Area anchor Kumasi Aaron and features guest artists Jackie Tolbert and Rev. Reginal Finley, both renowned singers and evangelists. A...

Man arrested after alleged San Jose road rage incident leaves dog ‘traumatized’ with eye injury

Published Tue, 24 Dec 2024 00:38:17 GMT

SAN JOSE — San Jose police arrested a man last week that they say was responsible for shattering glass in a road-rage incident that led to “critical injuries” for a dog.The incident occurred on Nov. 11, when two men initiated a road rage incident at the intersection of Capitol Expressway and Tully Road, according to authorities. As captured on video, they exited their vehicle and appeared to be engaging with the victims’ car when a third man exited a different vehicle, jumped onto the victims’ car and smashed the rear windshield.It was not clear Wednesday what, if anything, had preceded the events seen in the video.Related ArticlesCrime and Public Safety | San Jose man arrested in June carjacking, kidnapping Crime and Public Safety | Road rage spree alleged against ex-San Jose cop known for indecent exposure scandal Crime and Public Safety | Palo Alto police say a pair of armed catalytic converter thieves are at larg...

Sale closed in Palo Alto: $3.3 million for a four-bedroom home

Published Tue, 24 Dec 2024 00:38:17 GMT

772 Ames Avenue – Google Street ViewA house located in the 700 block of Ames Avenue in Palo Alto has new owners. The 1,825-square-foot property, built in 1960, was sold on Nov. 8, 2023, for $3,260,000, or $1,786 per square foot. This single-story house presents a roomy floor plan, featuring four bedrooms and two bathrooms. Inside, a fireplace adds character to the home. Additionally, the home is equipped with a one-car garage.These nearby houses have also recently been sold:On Holly Oak Drive, Palo Alto, in September 2022, a 2,384-square-foot home was sold for $4,200,000, a price per square foot of $1,762. The home has 5 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.A 1,815-square-foot home on the 700 block of Holly Oak Drive in Palo Alto sold in August 2022, for $3,650,000, a price per square foot of $2,011. The home has 4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.In October 2023, a 1,683-square-foot home on Ross Road in Palo Alto sold for $2,750,000, a price per square foot of $1,634. The home has 3 bedrooms and 2 bat...

On the stump, Trump loves J6 rioters. His lawyers, less so.

Published Tue, 24 Dec 2024 00:38:17 GMT

By Eric Tucker and Alanna Durkin Richer | Associated PressWASHINGTON — Donald Trump has embraced the rioters who attacked the U.S. Capitol on Jan. 6, 2021, as patriots, vowed to pardon a large portion of them if he wins a second term and even collaborated on a song with a group of jailed defendants.In his election interference case in Washington, his lawyers are taking a different tack.Despite losing a bid to strike from the indictment references to that day’s violence, defense attorneys have made clear their strategy involves distancing the former president from the horde of rioters, whom they describe as “independent actors at the Capitol.” At the same time, special counsel Jack Smith’s team has signaled it will make the case that Trump is responsible for the chaos that unfolded, and point to Trump’s continued support of the Jan. 6 defendants to help establish his criminal intent.The competing arguments highlight the extent to which the riot serves as...

Ryan Gosling to present award to 'Barbie' director Greta Gerwig at SFFILM Awards Night

Published Tue, 24 Dec 2024 00:38:17 GMT

SAN FRANCISCO (KRON) -- "Barbie" director Greta Gerwig will be honored at the SFFILM Awards Night with an award presented by one of the film's stars, Ryan Gosling. Gerwig, an Academy Award-nominated filmmaker, will receive the Irving M. Levin Award for Film Direction at the Dec. 4 event which will be held at the Yerba Buena Center for the Arts.The award will be presented by Gosling, an Academy Award-nominated actor, who in addition to starring in "Barbie," has appeared in "La La Land," "Drive," and "Lars and the Real Girl." Nearly two dozen Bank of America branches closing across Bay Area Academy Award-winning actor Nicolas Cage will also be on-hand to receive the Maria Manetti Shrem Lifetime Achievement Award for Acting. Cage, a prolific actor who has starred in films that include "Valley Girl," Raising Arizona," "The Rock" and "Wild at Heart," will receive the award previously bestowed on "Barbie" star Margot Robbie.“SFFILM has been part of San Francisco’s cultural landscape for...