The Leonard family in Leimert Park, Los Angeles, continues to honor and celebrate Juneteenth, a tradition that dates back to 1949 when Jonathan Leonard brought the celebration from Houston, Texas to Southern California. Originally from Houston’s Third Ward, Jonathan Leonard noticed the lack of recognition for Juneteenth upon moving to California in 1948. He started … Read more
A routine patrol in San Diego’s Mid-City Division took a dramatic turn when an officer noticed a vehicle with a mismatched temporary license plate. What started as a routine check quickly escalated into a high-speed chase through city streets. The driver, upon seeing police, fled, leading officers on a pursuit that ended with a crash. … Read more
The Santee community is reeling from a heartbreaking incident involving the death of a 2-month-old girl who was left unattended in a hot car for several hours last week. The San Diego Sheriff’s Department is investigating the incident, which occurred on June 13, leaving neighbors and family devastated. According to reports, first responders rushed to … Read more
A harrowing tale of survival emerged when a shark attack victim recounted the terrifying moments he faced off the coast. Glenn Thompson, a seasoned diver, found himself in a life-or-death struggle when a shark attacked him near Shark Bay in Western Australia. The predator, identified as a great white shark, inflicted severe injuries on Thompson, … Read more
San Diego is gearing up for a summer filled with music as more than 30 venues across the county prepare to host a variety of concerts, ranging from free community events to ticketed performances featuring top-name artists. For those seeking free entertainment, options abound with events like El Cajon’s Dinner and a Concert series, Coronado … Read more
Christina Hunger, a 26-year-old speech-language pathologist from San Diego, California, has made waves by teaching her Catahoula/Blue Heeler mix puppy, Stella, to communicate using a soundboard typically used by children with speech disabilities. Hunger, inspired by her work with young children who use adaptive communication devices, wondered if dogs could also be taught to express … Read more
DEL MAR, Calif. — The kickoff to summer turned chaotic for visitors heading to the San Diego County Fair on the Juneteenth federal holiday, as traffic snarls and overcrowding led to significant delays. Attendees reported enduring three to four-hour journeys just to reach the fairgrounds, prompting organizers to halt ticket sales and issue parking alerts. … Read more
Amazon has been fined $5.9 million by California regulators for allegedly violating the state’s Warehouse Quota Law. The California Department of Industrial Relations announced the penalty, citing the e-commerce giant’s failure to provide warehouse employees with required written notices about work quotas. The Warehouse Quota Law mandates that employers must inform workers in writing about … Read more
LOS ANGELES (AP) — California has fined Amazon nearly $6 million for alleged violations of the state’s Warehouse Quota Law, officials announced on Tuesday. The fines stem from practices at two Amazon warehouses in Riverside and San Bernardino counties, east of Los Angeles. Find the source at finance.yahoo The California Labor Commissioner’s Office issued the … Read more
A suspect in the recent McDonald’s shooting in California City has been arrested in Arizona, authorities confirmed. The arrest marks a significant breakthrough in the case that has shaken the local community. The shooting occurred last week at a McDonald’s restaurant in California City, leaving one person injured. Witnesses reported hearing multiple gunshots and seeing … Read more