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Taylor Swift, Ed Sheeran fans used 2.5 times the amount of wireless data as typical Broncos games at Empower Field

Published Wed, 25 Dec 2024 18:05:37 GMT

When Taylor Swift and Ed Sheeran came to Empower Field at Mile High for concerts this summer, the hugely popular signers tested the stadium’s wireless capacity in ways it hadn’t ever been tested before.Actually, it was the fans, not the singers, who were doing the testing, moving 2.5 times the amount of data seen in a typical Denver Broncos game, said Russ Trainor, a senior vice president of information technology for the team during a media tour Saturday.Taylor Swift fans edged out Sheeran fans, moving 25 terabytes and then 26 terabytes on the two nights of her Eras tour in mid-July. That compares to the 22 terabytes Sheeran fans moved on Aug. 19, even though there were an extra 10,000 of them packed on the field, setting a single-event attendance record for the stadium at 85,233.To put a single terabyte in perspective, it is equivalent to about 250,000 photos, the data in 250 movies or 500 hours of HD video, or the equivalent of 6.5 million documents stored as average-...

Several L.A. schools placed on lockdown after man seen in tactical gear

Published Wed, 25 Dec 2024 18:05:37 GMT

Several schools in the Sunland/Tujunga area of Los Angeles were placed on lockdown Tuesday after a witness reported seeing a man wearing tactical gear in the area, authorities said.Police received the report around 9:30 a.m. when someone noticed a man riding a scooter wearing full tactical in the area of Mount Gleason Middle School, a Los Angeles Police spokesperson told KTLA. No weapon was seen.Police activity at Mount Gleason Middle School. Aug. 29, 2023. (KTLA)Mount Gleason Middle School, Plainview Avenue Elementary, Verdugo Hills High School, Mount Lukens Continuation High, Apperson Elementary School and Pinewood Early Education Center were placed on lockdown as a precaution, a spokesperson for the Los Angeles Unified School District told KTLA."As a precautionary measure, we are modifying our operations to ensure the safety of our students," LAUSD said. "We are also maintaining direct communication with local authorities, who are keeping us updated with the latest developments. ...

Disneyland's Haunted Mansion to get an expanded outdoor queue and new store

Published Wed, 25 Dec 2024 18:05:37 GMT

The grounds near Disneyland’s Haunted Mansion will be expanded to accommodate a larger outdoor queue and a Madame Leota-themed retail shop, theme park officials announced on Tuesday.Construction on the new project will begin in January 2024, with the new additions expected to “build on the story and lore of the Haunted Mansion.”“The expanded queue will tie into these stories and more, including new gardens inspired by Master Gracey, Madame Leota and the one-eyed cat,” the Disney Parks blog said.Madame Leota conjures up spirits in the séance room of the Haunted Mansion at Disneyland Park. The Haunted Mansion is the home of 999 happy haunts, but there is “always room for one more” as guests take a spirited tour aboard their doom-buggy.(Joshua Sudock/Disneyland Resort)Officials announced that the gardens will be decorated with elements ranging from a water fountain and gazebo to themed statuary and landscaping.The expansion will be a welcome addition for guests since the walkways in Ne...

‘Wall Street Whiz Kid’ charged with defrauding victims out of nearly $250K in L.A. County

Published Wed, 25 Dec 2024 18:05:37 GMT

A man once known as the “Wall Street Whiz Kid” has been charged with stealing nearly a quarter of a million dollars as part of an investment scam in Los Angeles County, officials announced Tuesday.David Bloom, 59, faces nine counts of securities fraud and nine counts of grand theft with special allegations of two or more prior felony convictions, according to the Los Angeles County District Attorney’s Office. He is accused of committing multiple counts of theft by convincing people to give him money in exchange for investments and other financial opportunities. Prosecutors allege that Bloom never delivered on the investments and failed to return the bulk of the money given to him by victims in the case. The alleged fraud occurred between 2021 and 2023. It involved nine victims and nearly $250,000, according to the DA’s office. Bloom was arrested Monday and is set to be arraigned Tuesday. “David Bloom managed to convince hard-working people to turn over their earnings ...

Oxnard man faces 5 felonies, including murder, for pair of shootings

Published Wed, 25 Dec 2024 18:05:37 GMT

An Oxnard man faces five felony charges, including murder, in connection with two shootings, the Ventura County District Attorney's Office announced Tuesday.Willis Nichols, 20, faces a murder charge in the March 12, 2022, shooting of Adrian Sandoval, prosecutors said in a news release.In that attack, which occurred at an abandoned retail building in Oxnard, Sandoval was declared dead at the scene, while "bullets struck at least two other partygoers causing significant injury," prosecutors said.He was arrested six days later, according to jail records.Nichols was also implicated in a Dec. 24, 2021, shooting at the Collection at RiverPark in Oxnard.Nichols allegedly fired at a vehicle in the parking lot, striking one person and narrowly missing another, said prosecutors, who added that the wounded person suffered "severe injury."In addition to the murder count, Nichols has been charged with two counts of assault with a firearm and two counts of assault with a semiautomatic firearm, ac...

Honest Renovation: Where Lizzie Mathis and Jessica Alba Spice Up Homes with Laughs and Luxury

Published Wed, 25 Dec 2024 18:05:37 GMT

In a world where home renovation shows are as abundant as misplaced IKEA screws, “Honest Renovation” emerges as a breath of fresh air, blowing away the dust and cobwebs with a dose of wit, humor, and a touch of Hollywood glamour. Hosted by the dynamic duo of design, Lizzie Mathis and Jessica Alba, this show isn’t just about sprucing up homes; it’s about transforming them into havens of laughter and luxury.The premise of “Honest Renovation” is simple: two charismatic hosts, an arsenal of power tools, and a heap of homes in desperate need of a makeover. But what sets this show apart is its commitment to authenticity – a rarity in a world where even reality TV seems to have a script. With Lizzie and Jessica at the helm, there’s no need for scripted drama; the authentic hilarity and camaraderie between the two hosts are enough to keep viewers hooked.Lizzie Mathis, the queen of quirky designs, brings her signature style that’s equal parts w...

Experiential Nonprofit The Hope Booth Offers Solutions for Los Angelenos Exhausted from Hollywood Strikes, Extreme Weather, and Other Systemic Challenges

Published Wed, 25 Dec 2024 18:05:37 GMT

As life slowly began to shift back to pre-pandemic life, and the official emergency order issued for LA County lapsed at the end of March 2023, other challenges emerged: inclement weather, unrelenting unemployment challenges, and now, of course, the Hollywood strikes brought forth by the WGA and now SAG-AFTRA. Though most people associate Los Angeles with the glamorous lifestyles of reality stars on shows like “Selling Sunset,” many live at or near the poverty line.For entertainment professionals barely scraping by, the seemingly unending strikes have intensified concerns about how they will make ends meet. In 2021, professional actors made a median salary of $46,960, with the lower quartile averaging $30,040.Beyond financial hardships, the emotional and psychological toll is palpable. For those in the industry, their craft isn’t just a job – it’s a part of their identity. The void left behind can lead to many mental health challenges when that is taken away. The Hope Bo...

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Published Wed, 25 Dec 2024 18:05:37 GMT

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Published Wed, 25 Dec 2024 18:05:37 GMT

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Man Dead after Pedestrian-Auto Collision on Landess Avenue [San Jose, CA]

Published Wed, 25 Dec 2024 18:05:37 GMT

Pedestrian Crash near Morrill Avenue Left One DeadSAN JOSE, CA (August 29, 2023) – Thursday evening, a man was struck and killed in a pedestrian-auto collision on Landess Avenue.Police responded to reports of the incident shortly before 9:30 p.m. at the intersection of Landess Avenue and Morrill Avenue.Based on the initial investigation, a 2007 Lexus sedan was traveling east on Landess Avenue with a green light. There, it struck a pedestrian who was crossing the street. Authorities state that the person was walking in a marked crosswalk at the time of the collision.First responders at the site of the crash declared the adult male pedestrian dead at the scene. The Santa Clara County Coroner’s Office will release his identity once the next of kin has been notified.The driver of the Lexus stayed at the site of the incident and cooperated with the investigators.At this time, the department’s Traffic Investigations Unit is asking anyone with further information about the fatal pede...