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California man shot to death by neighbor after setting fire to grandparents’ home, police say

Published Thu, 26 Dec 2024 15:36:27 GMT

A man who apparently set fire to his grandparents’ Menifee home and resisted officers’ calls to surrender was killed Saturday, Dec. 30, when he slipped out of the residence, broke into a neighbor’s home and was shot by that resident, the Menifee Police Department said.The 40-year-old man was reported by his mother to be armed with a gun, under the influence and suicidal, said Lt. Paul Barbieri, a police spokesperson. He said police believe the man did not live at his grandparents’ home in the 27000 block of Early Dawn Road but that they allowed him to stay there occasionally.Barbieri declined Sunday, Dec. 31, to describe the confrontation between the man and the neighbor as that continues to be investigated. The resident was cooperating with police, Barbieri said. No arrests have been announced.The man’s mother called police with her concerns about 3:30 p.m. The family safely evacuated the house, leaving the man alone inside. Police called on him to surrender, but just after 5 p.m.,...

Employees pepper-sprayed during robbery at California jewelry store

Published Thu, 26 Dec 2024 15:36:27 GMT

Robbers pepper-sprayed employees at Daniel’s Jewelers at the Riverside Plaza and made away with jewelry on Sunday, Dec. 31, the Riverside Police Department said.Two or three men entered the store about 2:20 p.m., said Officer Ryan Railsback, a Police Department spokesman. They fled in a car that was later found abandoned. Police were searching for the robbers Sunday.Store employees declined medical attention, the Riverside Fire Department said.Related ArticlesCrime and Public Safety | ‘Smash-and-grab’ robberies fuel new laws, but critics question the need Crime and Public Safety | S.F. police arrest 18 people in anti-shoplifting operations in Stonestown, Mission District Crime and Public Safety | $1 million in goods recovered from California retail theft crew, authorities say Crime and Public Safety | Rite Aid’s ‘reckless’ use of facial recognition got it banned from using the technology in stores for 5 years Crime and ...

'STFU Musk': Projector signs seen at SF NYE fireworks show takes aim at Mayor Breed, Elon Musk

Published Thu, 26 Dec 2024 15:36:27 GMT

SAN FRANCISCO (KRON) -- Thousands of people watched the KRON4 New Year's Live fireworks show in San Francisco. They were anticipating seeing an exhilarating fireworks show with a breathtaking view of the Bay Bridge in the background.However, a few large signs were projected onto the Ferry Building that may have caught some by surprise. The messages, which took aim at Mayor London Breed and Tesla CEO Elon Musk, came from an unknown projector that was planted somewhere nearby.The messages from the projector showed up shortly before the clock struck midnight. Photos of the signs were captured by KRON4 cameras (see below). SF business owner claims NAACP leader made threats after music video critical of mayor KRON4 reached out to Breed's office, the Ferry Building and the San Francisco Police Department to comment on the signs projected on the building. We are waiting to hear back.

Person killed by fireworks in SF's Treasure Island neighborhood

Published Thu, 26 Dec 2024 15:36:27 GMT

(BCN) -- A person died after suffering firework-related injuries in San Francisco, barely an hour after the New Year arrived, police said.The San Francisco Police Department said that at approximately 12:40 a.m. Monday, officers responded to a report of someone injured by fireworks in the 1200 block of Exposition Drive in Treasure Island neighborhood.Upon arrival, they found a person suffering life-threatening injuries, police said.The victim was given first aid, but when paramedics arrived, the person was pronounced dead.San Francisco police ask anyone with relevant information to contact them at (415) 575-4444 or text TIP411.Copyright © 2024 Bay City News, Inc.

1 killed in New Year's Day crash on North Chambers Road

Published Thu, 26 Dec 2024 15:36:27 GMT

DENVER (KDVR) — Denver police are investigating a crash that killed one person on New Year's Day.The Denver Police Department tweeted about the crash at 5:38 a.m. Monday. A Dodge Caravan and an Acura collided in the area of East 53rd Avenue and North Chambers Road near the Parkfield Lake Park in between the Montebello and Gateway-Green Valley Ranch neighborhoods. 20-year-old woman dies after possible stabbing in Federal Heights DPD confirmed to FOX31 that the person in the Acura died. The identity of the deceased will be released at a later time.The driver of the Dodge fled on foot and has not been located.Police have not said what factors may have led to the crash.Drivers should expect delays in the area while police continue to investigate.Due to the holiday, law enforcement agencies across the state were beefing up their presence to keep everyone safe. Last year, Colorado State Patrol recorded a total of 80 DUIs in the state from Dec. 25 to Jan. 1. According to the data, the mo...

Hundreds protest at Colorado Springs gun store against Trump's removal from state ballot

Published Thu, 26 Dec 2024 15:36:27 GMT

COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (KXRM) — Hundreds of individuals gathered outside a gun store in Colorado Springs to voice their opposition to the recent decision by the Colorado Supreme Court, which resulted in the removal of Donald Trump from the ballot. The protest, which gained momentum after Colorado became the first state to take such action, attracted attendees from across the country.Organized by Trent Leisy, a candidate for Colorado's 4th Congressional District, the rally aimed to challenge what many perceive as an unconstitutional move by the court. Leisy asserted that allowing judges to dictate who can and cannot be on the ballot infringes upon the people's right to choose their candidates, emphasizing, "The people decide who's on the ballot."Trent Leisy speaking to protestors outside DCF GunsMyPillow CEO, Mike Lindell, speaking to protestors outside DCF Guns Colorado Springs, Courtesy: FOX21 News Reporter Rhea JhaThe peaceful protest drew a significant crowd, including individua...

Father identifies children allegedly killed by mother in Colorado Springs

Published Thu, 26 Dec 2024 15:36:27 GMT

COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (KXRM) — Kimberlee Singler, formerly Kimberlee Wentz, the mother accused of murdering her two children was arrested in the United Kingdom on Saturday. The child victims have now been identified as 7-year-old Aden Wentz and 9-year-old Elianna "Ellie" Wentz.Elianna "Ellie" Wentz (9) and Aden Wentz (7), Courtesy: Father, Kevin WentzThe incident occurred on Dec. 18 when CSPD found the two children dead inside their home in the Stetson Hills area, as well as serious injuries to the third 11-year-old daughter and Singler. 1 killed in New Year’s Day crash on North Chambers Road The children's pictures and identities were confirmed in a press release from the father of the victims, Kevin Wentz, where he recounted events leading up to their deaths on Dec. 18. According to the release, the incident is rooted in a contentious divorce and custody dispute between Singler and Wentz, dating back to September 2018 in Larimer County. Throughout the custody battle, Wentz sai...

Photos: Denver Health welcomes 1st baby born in 2024

Published Thu, 26 Dec 2024 15:36:27 GMT

DENVER (KDVR) — Denver Health is celebrating the first baby to be born in the new year.Shortly after midnight at 12:40 a.m. on Jan. 1, 2024, Juan Carlos Felix Nuñez was brought into the world. The newborn was the first baby to be born at Denver Health in 2024.Juan Carlos was born healthy, weighing 7 pounds, 1 ounce and measuring in at 20 inches long. He will be heading home with his parents Juan Carlos Felix and Eileen Nuñez Lopez. These new Colorado laws go into effect in 2024 Because Juan Carlos was the first baby of 2024, his parents are going home with a special gift. Thanks to Denver Health Foundation's Newborns in Need program, the family received 2,024 diapers.“We’re so grateful for the care we received at Denver Health, and the diapers are a wonderful extra surprise,” Nuñez Lopez said. “I can’t think of a better way to start the new year.”Parents Juan Carlos Felix and Eileen Nuñez Lopez welcomed their baby boy into the world at 12:40 a.m. on Jan. 1, 2024. He is the first b...

New Hampton, NH crash leaves 3 people with life-threatening injuries

Published Thu, 26 Dec 2024 15:36:27 GMT

New Hampshire state police are investigating a violent rollover crash on Interstate 93 south in New Hampton on Sunday that resulted in five people being rushed to area hospitals, three of whom were suffering from life-threatening injuries, officials said.Troopers responding to a reported crash around 4:45 p.m. determined a single vehicle was involved in the crash and that three of the five occupants had been ejected, according to state police.All of the occupants were taken to hospitals. Three were being treated for life-threatening injuries.The cause of the crash remains under investigation and impairment is not believed to be a factor.Anyone with information is asked to contact Trooper Griffin at [email protected] or (603) 451-9313.This is a developing news story; stay with 7NEWS on-air and online for the latest details.

Someone could start the new year a millionaire as Powerball jackpot surges to $810 million

Published Thu, 26 Dec 2024 15:36:27 GMT

(CNN) — The Powerball jackpot has jumped into the New Year, swelling to an estimated $810 million after the final drawing of 2023 yielded no grand prize winners Saturday night.The big prize will be up for grabs Monday night, and if won, the lucky player will have the option to start the new year with a lump-sum payment of an estimated $408.9 million, according to Powerball.The winning numbers in Saturday’s drawing were white balls 10, 11, 26, 27, 34 and red Powerball 7. The Power Play multiplier was 4X.While no one nabbed the jackpot, several tickets matched the first five numbers to win big prizes.Tickets in Colorado, New York, Ohio, South Carolina and Tennessee won $1 million each. Another two tickets, sold in Texas and West Virginia, won $2 million prizes because their player included the Power Play feature, according to Powerball’s website.The last time the jackpot was won was on October 11, when a ticket from California scored a staggering $1.76 billion...