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L.A. County Superior Court won't require cash bail for many offenses

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 08:55:58 GMT

The Los Angeles County Superior Court has approved changes to its cash bail protocols, officials announced this week.The new pre-arraignment release protocol, which take effect on Oct. 1, will determine release based on an arrestee’s risk to public or victim safety and their likelihood of returning to court. This will reduce reliance on cash bail as a condition of release for people arrested on suspicion of non-violent, non-serious felonies and misdemeanors, according to Presiding Judge Samantha R. Jessner.“A person’s ability to pay a large sum of money should not be the determining factor in deciding whether that person, who is presumed innocent, stays in jail before trial or is released,” Jessner explained in a news release announcing the changes Tuesday. “A low-risk arrestee should not be held in jail simply because they cannot post the necessary funds to be released pending arraignment.”The new bail schedules will replace uniform ones for felonies and misdemeanors before arraign...

These are the wealthiest and poorest counties in California

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 08:55:58 GMT

One of California’s wealthiest counties is located in the southern portion of the state, according to a recent study from Smart Asset.The financial website found that Orange County was the seventh wealthiest county in the state. The area has a median household income of $100,485 and a median home value of $1,005,769, according to the report. Nine out of the 10 counties named on the list are located in Northern California. Angelenos who make $70,000 a year are still considered ‘low-income' These are the Top 10 wealthiest counties in CaliforniaSanta Clara CountyMedian Income: $140,258San Mateo CountyMedian Income: $136,837Marin CountyMedian Income: $131,008San Francisco CountyMedian Income: $126,187Alameda County CountyMedian Income: $112,017Contra Costa CountyMedian Income: $110,455Orange CountyMedian Income: $100,485Placer CountyMedian Income: $99,734Napa CountyMedian Income: $97,498Santa Cruz CountyMedian Income: $96,093Los Angeles, which didn’t make the top 10, was ranked as the...

Man starts multiple fires in restroom of Apple Valley grocery store, SBSD says

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 08:55:58 GMT

An Apple Valley man was arrested after he allegedly started multiple fires in the restroom of a grocery store Sunday afternoon.Hector Huerta, 40, faces an arson charge after he started multiple blazes in the bathroom of WinCo Foods, located at 19047 Bear Valley Road in Apple Valley, according to the San Bernardino County Sheriff's Department. By the time deputies arrived, the fires had been extinguished, but Huerta had been "confronted by store employees and a retired firefighter," a press release said.A motive for the alleged arson was not disclosed.Huerta is being held at the High Desert Detention Center in lieu of $80,000 bail, and he was due to appear in court Wednesday morning.Anyone with information is asked to call 760-240-7400 or 760-956-5001. To remain anonymous, call the WeTip Hotline at 1-800-78CRIME (27463) or visit wetip.com.

Man Killed, Multiple Injured in Head-On Collision on Sossaman Road [Mesa, AZ]

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 08:55:58 GMT

Man Dead, Multiple Hospitalized after 2-Car Accident near Baseline RoadMESA, AZ (July 19, 2023) – Friday afternoon, one man was killed and multiple were hurt in a head-on collision on Sossaman Road.Police responded to the scene around 4:00 p.m., near Baseline Road on July 14th.According to reports, the 39-year-old male driver of a full-sized Ford pickup-truck was speeding south on Sossaman and attempted to pass a vehicle in front of him. There, the Ford collided head-on with an oncoming Toyota Prius.Due to the impact of the collision, the 47-year-old male driver of the Toyota died at the scene. Although, authorities have not yet released his identity.Meanwhile, paramedics transported the driver of the truck, a 5-year-old, a 2-year-old, and a baby to a nearby hospital for further treatment. Crews say two of the children were in the ICU with serious injuries.No additional information was added by the authorities and the crash is still under investigation.The team at Sweet James ...

Injuries Reported after Crash on Interstate 680 [Danville, CA]

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 08:55:58 GMT

Vehicle Collision near Sycamore Valley Road Resulted in Road ClosureDANVILLE, CA (July 19, 2023) – Friday morning, police were dispatched to a crash on Interstate 680 that blocked lanes.According to the CHP, it happened in the late morning hours on July 14th, in the area just north of Sycamore Valley Road.Furthermore, the collision ended up resulting in injuries and there were no updates on the conditions, or the identities, of the injured occupants.Also, the vehicles involved were not yet released by the responding investigators.Consequently, the authorities blocked all northbound lanes of the Interstate but it has since been reopened.Meanwhile, the motorists were advised to be careful in the area and use other routes. Further investigation is still ongoing.Accidents are unpredictable and happen when we least expect them. After an accident, your main focus should be on your health. If you are pursuing a personal injury claim and dealing with insurance companies, you will have...

4 Injured in Car Crash on Main Street [Chico, CA]

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 08:55:58 GMT

Traffic Accident near Restaurant Left Several HurtCHICO, CA (July 19, 2023) – On Thursday evening, a car crash occurred on Main Street, sending four people, including three children, to the hospital.The accident happened around 9:00 p.m. near the 14 Freeway.According to reporters, the collision involved an Acura sedan traveling westbound on West 6th Street and a Toyota minivan traveling northbound on Main Street.The minivan had the right of way when it collided with the Acura, causing it to crash into the restaurant.Two children from the minivan, one child from the Acura, and one adult from the Acura were transported to the hospital by ambulance.While the children were taken as a precaution, the adult suffered a moderate head injury.Further details and the extent of injuries are yet to be confirmed.One small driving mistake can lead to a car accident. This is why it is important to drive defensively and always abide by all driving laws. Keep your attention on the road, follow ...

Robert Moyer Arrested, Teen Girl Dead after Hit-and-Run Pedestrian Crash on U.S. 60 [Apache Junction, AZ]

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 08:55:58 GMT

Suspect Turns Himself in after Deadly Hit-and-Run Crash near Meridian RoadAPACHE JUNCTION, AZ (July 19, 2023) – Monday morning, Robert Moyer was arrested after a fatal hit-and-run pedestrian crash on U.S. 60.The incident occurred around 7:40 a.m., near the Meridian Road off-ramp on July 16th.Following investigations, officers determined that the driver of a white single-cab flatbed pickup-truck struck a teenage girl as she was walking along the lanes.Upon impact, the driver fled the scene without rendering aid or contacting authorities. Due to the extent of injuries sustained, medics pronounced the 16-year-old female pedestrian dead at the scene.The suspect later identified as 45-year-old Robert Moyer, from Peoria eventually turned himself in. Per reports, Moyer told a Sheriff that he fell asleep at the wheel and did not know whether he hit a vehicle or a person.A witness to the incident told officers that the driver was swerving in and out of lanes, before veering into the em...

Skeletal remains found at UC Berkeley’s Clark Kerr Campus were those of homicide victim, police say

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 08:55:58 GMT

BERKELEY — A person whose skeletal remains were discovered in a vacant building on the Clark Kerr Campus earlier this year was a man who died by homicide, authorities said Wednesday.Skeletal remains discovered in a vacant building at UC Berkeley’s Clark Kerr Campus have been identified by authorities as Steven Lawrence McCreary. (Courtesy of UC Berkeley Police Department) Officials identified the man as Lawrence McCreary and said he was born on Oct. 8, 1972. His remains were uncovered Jan. 10 in a building that has not been occupied for many years on the campus at 2601 Warring St.UC Berkeley spokesperson Janet Gilmore said authorities used DNA evidence to identify McCreary. The condition of his bones as analyzed by the Alameda County Coroner’s Office caused his death to be ruled a homicide.Gilmore said McCreary was not affiliated with the university. He did not have a known residence in the Bay Area and was believed to be from Texas.McCreary was last known to ...

Oakland: Man found shot to death inside crashed vehicle

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 08:55:58 GMT

OAKLAND _ A man was found shot to death Wednesday morning in a vehicle that had crashed in East Oakland, authorities said.No information about the victim was immediately available.The man was found inside the vehicle around 11:30 a.m. Wednesday after it had crashed near 106th and Bancroft avenues.He was pronounced dead at the scene. Police were trying to determine exactly where the man was shot before crashing.Related ArticlesCrime and Public Safety | Skeletal remains found at UC Berkeley’s Clark Kerr Campus were those of homicide victim, police say Crime and Public Safety | Trial for former UC Davis student accused of 2 fatal stabbings to begin Monday Crime and Public Safety | Three people fatally shot in Oakland Crime and Public Safety | After nearly 30 years, there’s movement in the case of Tupac Shakur’s 1996 killing. Here’s what we know Crime and Public Safety | Investigation into accused Long Isla...

Oakland A’s outfielder JJ Bleday showing progress in Ruiz’s absence

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 08:55:58 GMT

OAKLAND – It had been a while since JJ Bleday added to his home run tally, so he made no secret about how good it felt to belt a two-run blast over the wall in Tuesday’s 3-0 victory over Boston.“It felt great squaring it up,” Bleday said the morning after hitting his first homer since June 23. “Those are the best, when you put a swing on it and you don’t feel it, and you spin it well and it goes over.”It was a key play in a victory that snapped Oakland’s eight-game losing streak. The streak-buster involved some early strife when manager Mark Kotsay was tossed in the first inning after arguing that outfielder Tony Kemp was safe on a close play at the plate.“It’s always hanging over us like a raincloud,” Bleday said. “All you can do is just prepare and keep working hard. … We overcame that hiccup in the first inning when Kotsay got ejected and the play with Tony, because that took a run off the board.”“Without a doubt, it got us going and kind of fired us up.”Oakland Athletics&#...