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Beverly Hill outlaws Silly String, shaving cream on Halloween night

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 11:40:59 GMT

In an effort to crack down on Halloween pranks, the city of Beverly Hills has officially banned the personal possession of some favorite tools of late night vandals.During a Tuesday council meeting, the Beverly Hills City Council voted 5-0 to adopt a new ordinance that prohibits the possession of Silly String, "hair removal products" and shaving cream on Halloween.The ordinance was passed, city officials said, in order to create a "safe family friendly environment."This file image shows three can of multi-colored aerosol spray string cans and a can of shaving cream. Both items are prohibited in Beverly Hills city limits on Halloween. (Getty Images)In a news release issued Wednesday, city officials said the Beverly Hills Police Department has been asking for the items to be prohibited for the last several years."When used improperly, the products outlined in the ordinance may cause harm to individuals, property and/or the environment," the news release states.Anyone under the age of ...

Costco superfans can now buy their own Monopoly game based on the warehouse store

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 11:40:59 GMT

Costco has released a Monopoly game inspired by the warehouse store, and people won’t need a membership to play.The classic Monopoly game has been revamped to give gamers the full Costco experience. Classic Monopoly game board pieces have been replaced with Costco fan favorites, like the $1.50 hot dog combo, pizza slice and jumbo shopping cart. Skechers opened a restaurant at its Gardena store — it’s an overnight success The Monopoly Chance and Community Chest cards have also been replaced by cards that resemble Gold Star or Executive Membership cards, while the game board features artwork of a busy Costco store.Traditional properties like Boardwalk, Broadway and Park Place have been replaced with different warehouse locations from stores worldwide.The infamous “Go to Jail” board space has also been replaced by mandatory vacations with “Costco Travel.” California Costco worker returns envelope containing nearly $4,000 in cash The objective of the game remains the same.Costco sup...

Codey Henderson Dies in Head-On Collision on State Highway 16 [Young County, TX]

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 11:40:59 GMT

20-Year-Old Passenger Killed, Driver Injured after Head-On AccidentYOUNG COUNTY, TX (September 18, 2023) – On Friday morning, police responded to a fatal accident that killed Codey Henderson.According to Texas DPS Sgt. Juan Gutierrez, the incident occurred around 6:00 a.m., September 1st, on State Highway 16, just miles south of Loving.Furthermore, the collision involved a 2007 Ford Mustang driven by a man and occupied by 20-year-old Codey Henderson, and a 2004 Freightliner CL1 towing a 2015 Manac Belly Dump trailer.Moreover, the Ford headed northwest while the Freightliner headed southeast. The Ford then veered over to the center lane and crossed into oncoming traffic causing a collision with the Freightliner.Unfortunately, Henderson did not survive his injuries and he was pronounced dead. Authorities later revealed that Henderson and the Ford driver were not wearing their seatbelts.Meanwhile, the paramedics transported the Ford driver to Texas Health Harris Methodist with an...

Edna Villa Dies in 2-Car Accident on Lower Buckeye Road [Phoenix, AZ]

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 11:40:59 GMT

27-Year-Old Woman Killed in Two-Vehicle Collision near 75th AvenuePHOENIX, AZ (September 15, 2023) – Thursday morning, Edna Villa was killed in a two-car accident on Lower Buckeye Road.The incident took place at approximately 8:00 a.m. in the area of 75th Avenue.After completing initial duties, authorities suspect that the driver of a vehicle made a turn directly in front of another car, leading to a collision.Medical personnel arrived at the scene and rushed a passenger, identified as 27-year-old Villa, to a nearby hospital, where she later succumbed to her injuries.Furthermore, paramedics transported an additional man and woman to a medical facility for the treatment of severe injuries. Emergency responders temporarily closed off the surrounding area to facilitate cleanup efforts.Further details will be shared once they become available. Currently, an active investigation is ongoing to uncover additional information about the accident.The team at Sweet James offers their war...

Mao Ernesto Arias Arrested after Fatal Pedestrian Crash on Meacham Road [Bakersfield, CA]

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 11:40:59 GMT

47-Year-Old Driver Arrested after Pedestrian Collision near Moss StreetBAKERSFIELD, CA (September 19, 2023) – Early Sunday morning, Mao Ernesto Arias was arrested after a fatal pedestrian crash on Meacham Road.Emergency services were dispatched to the location near Moss Street, at the 9500 block of Meacham Road around 2:38 a.m.According to initial reports, the driver of a westbound vehicle collided with a pedestrian who was also walking in the same direction. Medical personnel arrived at the scene and transported the injured victim to a nearby hospital where they later succumbed to their injuries.At this time, the identity of the victim has not been disclosed by authorities. Police later apprehended the driver for charges of driving under the influence (DUI) and gross vehicular manslaughter. Mao Ernesto Arias, aged 47, is now in custody with bail set at $120,000.For those who may have additional information regarding this incident, the Bakersfield Police Department encourages ...

1 Killed in Head-On Collision on State Route 87 [Sacaton, AZ]

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 11:40:59 GMT

One Pronounced Dead after Semi-Truck Accident near Gilbert RoadSACATON, AZ (September 20, 2023) – Thursday evening, one individual lost their life in a head-on collision on State Route 87.Police rushed to the scene shortly before 6:50 p.m., near Gilbert Road on September 7th.According to reports, the driver of an SUV was traveling south and swerved into the oncoming lanes. The SUV collided with a northbound semi-truck, causing the SUV to overturn. As a result, both vehicles became engulfed in flames.Emergency teams arrived and extricated the trapped SUV driver from their vehicle. Despite their efforts, medics had to pronounce the victim deceased due to the severity of their injuries.Currently, an ongoing investigation is in progress to determine further details. Once more information becomes available, it will be disclosed to the public.Sincere sympathies to the family and friends of the deceased. Thoughts are with them during this very difficult time.If you have lost someone ...

Alex Cobb’s All-Star regular season is over, SF Giants recall rejuvenated Kyle Harrison

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 11:40:59 GMT

PHOENIX — The only thing Alex Cobb will regret about this season is how it ended.At 35 years old, in his 12th major-league season, Cobb was a first-time All-Star. He came one out away from a no-hitter. He threw more innings than any season since 2018, and was about as effective as any time since, too. Those are the things Cobb will reflect on this offseason.But Tuesday night? Forced from his pivotal start against the D-backs in the third inning, unable to grind through his impinged hip any longer?“It was tough to go home,” Cobb said.He was placed on the injured list Wednesday, ruling him out for the remainder of the regular season. Should the Giants make the postseason, Cobb would potentially be an option, but those are increasingly long odds after dropping four of their past five and, now, without their No. 2 starter. Top prospect Kyle Harrison, who was optioned off the roster last week, was re-added in Cobb’s place and will “likely be a part of our plans...

US government will relaunch free COVID tests by mail

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 11:40:59 GMT

By Jamie Gumbrecht | CNNThe US government will relaunch a program to provide free Covid-19 home tests to Americans, US Department of Health and Human Services said Wednesday.“We will once again begin our program to provide Americans with an opportunity to request tests,” HHS Secretary Xavier Becerra said during an event at a Washington CVS Pharmacy where he was vaccinated against Covid-19 and flu.US households can order four free tests from Covidtests.gov starting September 25.The US government has shipped more than 755 million free Covid-19 tests to people who requested them through Covidtests.gov. The program was suspended in May, after the end of the Covid-19 public health emergency, to preserve supply.Becerra said HHS’s Administration for Strategic Preparedness and Response “has been resupplying our stockpile.”The tests coming available soon are intended for use through the end of 2023 and will include instructions on how to verify extended expiration dates, HHS said in an annou...

Behind Bijou Phillips’ surprise divorce from Danny Masterson

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 11:40:59 GMT

Tuesday’s news that Bijou Phillips filed for divorce from Danny Masterson came as a shock to many, even though his prison sentence — 30 years to life — means that he’s been geographically removed from the day-to-day life of the former actor and their 9-year-old daughter.Still, Phillips publicly stood by her husband through his arrest on multiple rape charges. She also attended every day of his two trials and reportedly let out an anguished sob when a jury in the second trial found him guilty on two of three counts of rape. But one report says that the divorce filing may be less a statement about Phillips’ feelings about her husband and more about the couple’s need to protect their assets. Another report said that the Church of Scientology could have played a role in her decision.Danny Masterson and his wife Bijou Phillips arrive for closing arguments in his second trial, Tuesday, May 16, 2023, in Los Angeles. Masterson is charged with raping three...

Hershey Felder’s one-night ‘Great American Songbook’ show will benefit TheatreWorks

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 11:40:59 GMT

Hershey Felder, a TheatreWorks Silicon Valley audience favorite for years, will head back to the Peninsula this fall for a one-night-only benefit for the financially strapped theater company.The pianist-actor-playwright, who has been bringing the world’s great composers to life in sold-out shows, will turn his attention Oct. 11 to an array of notable U.S. composers with the “Great American Songbook Sing-Along.”He is donating his performance fee and all proceeds from the evening to the cause of TheatreWorks’ solvency. In early August, directors of the Tony Award-winning stage company announced that they need to raise $3 million by November — or risk closing the doors. The most recent update posted on the website said that a little over half that amount had been raised.Most recently, Felder, who has chronicled the works and histories of Beethoven, Chopin, Tchaikovsky and others, performed “George Gershwin Alone” at TheatreWorks in March.Relate...