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California Lottery player wins nearly $4 million from Powerball ticket

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 15:25:43 GMT

One California Lottery player has come forward to claim the nearly $4 million prize money after purchasing a winning Powerball ticket from an Arco ampm gas station in San Bernardino County.Misael Cruz purchased the ticket in January when the Powerball jackpot was estimated to be more than $600 million. His ticket matched five out of the six numbers.The frequent lottery player usually purchases Super Lotto Plus, Powerball and Mega Millions tickets when he visits the Fontana gas station. California Lottery player wins over $2 million from Mega Millions ticket “I kind of had a (lucky) feeling the day I bought my tickets,” Cruz said in a statement. “The clerk wished me good luck. When I was walking out the door, I said to myself, ‘What if I win?’”Since Cruz purchases tickets so often, he usually doesn’t check them until weeks later, but a text message from his son prompted him to check his newly purchased Powerball ticket sooner rather than later.Cruz’s son informed him that someone h...

Protein bars sold at Costco recalled from stores in California, 7 other states over undeclared allergen

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 15:25:43 GMT

A recall has been issued for protein bars sold at Costco locations in eight states and Washington, D.C.Wellness Natural USA Inc. of Wilmington, Delaware, issued a voluntary recall for a single lot of its SimplyProtein® Peanut Butter Chocolate Crispy Bar, according to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). The recall was issued as people with severe sensitivity to cashew are at risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if the recalled product is consumed. The bars were distributed to a "limited" number of Costco locations in Kansas, Arkansas, California, Maryland, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Texas, Virginia and D.C., according to a company notice published on the FDA website.The recalled items were sold at these locations between Feb. 27, 2023, and March 31, 2023, per a separate notice provided to Costco members. Don’t use the front passenger seat in these 140K recalled vehicles, Volkswagen says The product comes in 15-count variety packs that include five Peanut Butt...

Hugh Jackman urges fans to use sunscreen after skin cancer scare

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 15:25:43 GMT

Actor Hugh Jackman is using his platform to express the importance of using sunscreen after his recent skin cancer scare. The "Wolverine" star posted a video on Instagram where he revealed he had two biopsies for spots on his nose. They may be cancerous. "I know you’ve heard me talk about my basal cell carcinomas before. I’m going to keep talking about them if need be," his caption read. "And if it reminds even one person to put on sunscreen with a high SPF, then I’m happy."He then explained that basal cell carcinoma is the "least dangerous" in the world of skin cancers, but still issued a warning to his followers. "Please wear sunscreen, it is just not worth it, no matter how much you want a tan. Trust me!" he said in the video. "If I can just take this opportunity to remind you summer is coming, for those of us in the Northern Hemisphere, please wear sunscreen.""No matter how much you want to tan, trust me," he continued. He then pointed at his bandaged nose and said "This is all ...

One Dies in Rollover Accident on State Route 94 [San Diego, CA]

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 15:25:43 GMT

1 Pronounced Dead after Two-Vehicle Collision near Interstate 5SAN DIEGO, CA (April 5, 2023) – Early Friday morning, one victim was fatally injured in a rollover accident on State Route 94.Police responded to the scene just after 4:00 a.m., near eastbound Interstate 5.According to reports, the driver of a white Ford pickup-truck rear-ended a Honda Accord on the westbound lanes at high rate of speed. Upon impact, the pickup-truck overturned before coming to a stop.The pickup driver sustained fatal injuries and died at the scene. Although, authorities have not yet released their name or place of residency.Meanwhile, the 49-year-old Honda driver received minor injuries from the collision.At this time, San Diego Officials are investigating whether alcohol or drugs contributed to the rollover accident. Investigators requested Caltrans to close down the westbound lanes of State Route 94 for several hours, which reopened at 7:30 a.m.The team at Sweet James offers their warm and since...

Driver Pronounced Dead in Two-Vehicle Crash on Treat Boulevard [Walnut Creek, CA]

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 15:25:43 GMT

Traffic Crash near Interstate 680 Left One FatalityWALNUT CREEK, CA (April 5, 2023) – Sunday morning, a two-vehicle crash on Treat Boulevard claimed the life of one person.The fatal collision happened around 5:35 a.m. between Treat Boulevard and Alderwood Road near Interstate 680.Based on the preliminary investigation, a driver of a Nissan van facing westbound on Alderwood stopped for an unknown reason.Afterward, the driver exited the Nissan and stood behind the vehicle. Simultaneously, a Honda Accord traveling west of Treat Boulevard approached the stopped Nissan and lost control.As a result, the Honda driver hit the Nissan, and the driver of the van ended up on the rear of the vehicle.Unfortunately, responding emergency personnel declared the Nissan driver dead at the scene. However, their identity has not been released to the public, pending notification from the next of kin.Paramedics transported the Honda driver to a hospital for treatment of major injuries.Moreover, both...

1 Killed in Head-On Collision on Southern Avenue [Tempe, AZ]

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 15:25:43 GMT

One Pronounced Dead after Two-Vehicle Accident near Priest DriveTEMPE, AZ (April 5, 2023) – Wednesday afternoon, one victim was killed in a head-on collision on Southern Avenue.Authorities responded to the scene just after 2:30 p.m., near Priest Drive on March 29th.Per reports, the driver of a sports car was traveling at a high rate of speed and veered into oncoming traffic. As a result, the speeding vehicle eventually collided head-on into a van.Shortly after, a third driver also slammed into the two damaged vehicles.Investigators say the sports car was occupied by a driver and a passenger. Due to the extent of injuries sustained, medics pronounced the passenger inside the sports car dead at the scene.Meanwhile, the drivers of the van and the other car suffered various injuries. Paramedics transported them both to a nearby hospital for further treatment.Following preliminary duties, officers determined that the driver of the sports car was impaired. However, police have not i...

Turner Talent Helps Aspiring Actors and Models of All Kinds Achieve Success

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 15:25:43 GMT

The talent market has been exciting to watch grow. Through the years the industry has taken huge steps towards inclusivity making it an available opportunity for everyone. While there may be some limitations to the jobs a person can take based on factors such as their appearance, age , or background, there are jobs out there  for anyone interested in modeling and acting, and a talent development program such as Turner Talent can help find these placements.What Turner Talent doesTurner Talent is a Florida-based talent development team that works with aspiring actors and models to give them the genuine, honest advice and connections they need to successfully navigate the complex talent industry. Led by mother-daughter duo Kelli and Erica Turner — who each have experience both in front of and behind the camera — Turner Talent boasts strong reviews that praise their ability to provide valuable guidance.Turner Talent’s signature offering is their Casting-Coaching-Connections program, whi...

From Altered Histories to the Female Gaze: A Glimpse Into the Art and Career of Multimedia Artist, Yun Chen

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 15:25:43 GMT

Zhuoyun (Yun) Chen is a Los Angeles-based multimedia artist and experimental filmmaker who has chosen to showcase the diversity of cultures and sexuality through film. The talented multimedia artist holds a BFA from the Art Institute of Chicago and an MFA in Film and Video from the California Institute of the Arts.As a Chinese native, Yun has used art to explore the political and social aspects of modern Chinese history, illuminating a neglected past for younger generations. With expertise in analog film, she has created compelling visuals and narratives based on family stories and alternate histories, offering a unique perspective on a historical era that has been overlooked by many. Through her work, Yun aims to bridge the gap between the present and the past, using art and film as a means to engage and educate younger generations about their cultural heritage.Some of Yun’s most notable films that have spoken to younger generations, What’s Ours and What We Are(2016), a...

1 Killed, 1 Injured in Hit-and-Run Crash on St. Gertrude Place [Santa Ana, CA]

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 15:25:43 GMT

SUV versus Pedestrian Crash near South Ross Street Left One FatalitySANTA ANA, CA (April 5, 2023) – Early Sunday morning, a person died and another suffered injuries in a hit-and-run on St. Gertrude Place.The collision occurred around 2:00 a.m. in a Santa Ana residential neighborhood, near St. Gertrude Place and South Ross Street intersection.Based on the investigation, an SUV heading westbound on St. Gertrude Place hit two pedestrian standing next to each other in the street.However, the driver did not render aid to the victims and fled the scene before the authorities arrived.Responding medical personnel rushed both victims to a hospital. Unfortunately, the male victim succumbed to his injuries. The woman beside him received non-life-threatening injuries.In the end, Santa Ana Officials blocked off the area for several hours as crews clear out the scene.Those with additional information about the St. Gertrude Place hit-and-run can contact Investigator L. Bao of the Collision ...

Lyndell Crawford and Kaneisha Byers Killed in Solo-Car Accident on 10th Street West [Lancaster, CA]

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 15:25:43 GMT

Man and Woman Fatally Injured in Single-Car Accident near West Avenue ILANCASTER, CA (April 5, 2023) – Early Sunday, Lyndell Crawford and Kaneisha Byers were killed in a solo-car accident on 10th Street West.The fatal incident happened around 12:30 a.m., at the intersection of 10th Street West and West Avenue I.According to reports, the man and the woman were the only occupants of the vehicle. However, the circumstances that led up to the crash remain unclear.On Monday, the Los Angeles County Coroner’s office identified the two deceased victims as 22-year-old Lyndell Crawford of Las Vegas and Kaneisha Byers, 33, of Palmdale.At this time, authorities believed that speed played a role in the incident. No further details regarding the 10th Street West car accident have been released to the public. Lancaster Officials will provide more information once available.Sincere sympathies to the family and friends of Lyndell Crawford and Kaneisha Byers. Thoughts are with them during this ...