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Johnny Laurelez Dead, Johnny Badilla Arrested after a Pedestrian Crash on Nogales Highway [Tucson, AZ]

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 11:00:11 GMT

Pedestrian Crash near Pima Mine Road Leaves Johnny Laurelez DeadTUCSON, AZ (July 17, 2023) – Thursday night, Johnny Badilla was arrested after a pedestrian crash on Nogales Highway that left Johnny Laurelez dead.The incident happened on July 13th, just after 8:00 p.m., near the intersection of Nogales Highway and Pima Mine Road.According to reports, Laurelez was walking southbound in the area when he was struck by a vehicle driven by Badilla. Initially, Badilla left the scene but later came back and cooperated with authorities.Meanwhile, dispatchers sent emergency crews to the site of the collision. There, they found Laurelez at the edge of the roadway. First responders attempted life-saving measures but were unsuccessful. Ultimately, officials pronounced 47-year-old Johnny Laurelez dead at the scene.Following the crash, police arrested 50-year-old Johnny Badilla on charges of failing to stop and remain at an accident involving death.Afterward, crews shut down the areas along ...

3 Killed in Multi-Vehicle Collision on Thunderbird Road [Phoenix, AZ]

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 11:00:11 GMT

DUI Driver Arrested and Three People Dead after Multi-Car Crash on Black Canyon HighwayPHOENIX, AZ (July 17, 2023) – Early Sunday morning, 3 people are dead following a collision on Thunderbird Road and Black Canyon Highway.According to the Phoenix police, the deadly collision occurred just before 3:00 a.m., July 9th, on Interstate 17 involving multiple vehicles.Upon investigation, the officers discovered that an impaired driver was traveling westbound on Thunderbird Road. They crashed into a red Chevrolet Traverse headed south on I-17 Southbound Access Road for reasons unknown.Furthermore, the impact of the first collision sent the vehicle into a black Subaru stopped at a light.Unfortunately, three people were confirmed dead and their identities were not yet released and the vehicles they were in were unknown.Consequently, one driver was arrested and he was suspected to be driving under the influence.Meanwhile, the southbound lanes of I-17 were blocked during the length of th...

1 Hospitalized after Pedestrian Accident on U.S. 60 [Phoenix, AZ]

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 11:00:11 GMT

One Injured in Pedestrian Collision near Myrtle AvenuePHOENIX, AZ (July 17, 2023) – One victim was hospitalized Sunday morning, after a pedestrian accident on U.S. 60.Authorities responded to the scene around 1:50 a.m., near the intersection of Grand and Myrtle Avenue.Officers say the driver of a vehicle struck a pedestrian in the area for reasons under investigation.Upon impact, the driver remained at the scene and cooperated with the investigation.Meanwhile, paramedics transported the pedestrian to a nearby hospital for further treatment of unspecified injuries. Although, police have not yet released their identity.Emergency crews closed off the westbound lanes from 59th to 67th Avenue during cleanup and preliminary duties. Once available, further details will be provided.Operating a vehicle under the influence is one of the most dangerous things you can do as a driver. If you find yourself unable to safely drive, you can always contact a Lyft, Uber or taxi service instead. ...

Felipe Uriostegui Dies in Rollover Collision on State Route 97 [Toppenish, WA]

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 11:00:11 GMT

34-Year-Old Man Pronounced Dead after Two-Vehicle Rollover Accident near ToppenishTOPPENISH, WA (July 17, 2023) – Early Saturday morning, Felipe Uriostegui was killed in a rollover collision on State Route 97.Police responded to the scene after 3:00 a.m., about two miles north of Toppenish after receiving multiple dispatch calls.According to reports, Uriostegui was driving north when he rear-ended another vehicle and lost control. The vehicle then left the roadway and overturned before landing on its wheels.First responders arrived and pronounced 34-year-old Uriostegui dead at the scene. Meanwhile, the other driver remained uninjured.Crews also say both involved vehicles were totaled. At this time, an active investigation to determine further information is still currently underway. Once available, more details will be provided.Sincere sympathies to the family and friends of Felipe Uriostegui. Thoughts are with them during this very difficult time.Reach out to Sweet James toda...

Bison gores Arizona woman visiting Yellowstone

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 11:00:11 GMT

By Raja Razek and Zoe Sottile | CNNA bison gored a 47-year-old Arizona woman Monday morning in Yellowstone National Park in Wyoming, leaving her with significant injuries to her chest and abdomen, park officials said.The woman was walking with another person in a field near the Lake Lodge Cabins on Yellowstone Lake’s north shore when they saw two bison, the park said in a news release.The people turned to walk away from the bison, but one of the animals charged and gored the woman, the release reads.A helicopter took the woman to a hospital in Idaho. Details about the woman’s condition weren’t available, according to the release.“It is unknown how close the individuals were to the bison when it charged,” the release reads. “This incident remains under investigation.”Yellowstone was home to about 5,900 bison as of summer 2022, according to the National Park Service. The large herbivores have lived continuously in the area of the park since prehistoric times, despite almost going exti...

Letters: Unsolved problems | Oakland police | Junior rodeos | AI rules | Alternative Constitution | Open door

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 11:00:11 GMT

Submit your letter to the editor via this form. Read more Letters to the Editor.Despite effort, money,problems go unsolvedA review of the Contra Costa County Civil Grand Jury Report Summaries 2022-2023 is alarming in that it reports the failure of local governments to make progress in several areas.Considerable money and effort have been poured into implementing progress in areas such as affordable housing, Concord Naval Weapons Station development and affordable housing with little or no results and often for many years. Why can’t these governments make more progress?My sense is that voters are not demanding timely action and the governments have their own agendas of much less importance.John AmosPleasant HillOakland must solvepolice staffing problemRe: “911 call dispatch suffers glitches” (Page A1, July 8).As Oakland police union head Donelan states: “There’s no concern for public safety among the leadership of this city.”The article notes Oakla...

Hayward: Two charged in violent attempt to recruit teen into Norteño gang

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 11:00:11 GMT

HAYWARD — Two men have been arrested and charged with several felonies for allegedly attacking and threatening a 17-year-old boy who resisted their attempts to recruit him into a subset of the Norteños, court records show.The defendants, both Hayward residents aged 41 and 26, were charged with making criminal threats, illegal gun possession and dissuading a witness, along with enhancements alleging the use of violence and being armed during the commission of the crime. They were also charged with gang activity but a judge dismissed those counts at a July 13 preliminary hearing, court records show.Police allege that on the evening of June 7, the teen was walking on Havana Avenue when three known Norteño members approached him and told him he was going to join their gang. One of them allegedly told him he could say no if he wanted to, but then changed his mind and told the boy he didn’t have a choice.The suspects are affiliated with a subset of the Norteños known as “...

SF Giants’ outfielder who missed first half set to begin rehab assignment

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 11:00:11 GMT

After missing the first half of the season, Giants outfielder Luis González is nearing a return.González, who underwent back surgery in spring training, began a rehab assignment Monday with their rookie-league affiliate in Arizona. An important milestone in a long road back, González was scheduled to serve as the designated hitter in his first game action since last season.Rehab assignments for position players can last up to 20 days, aligning González’s potential return with the timeline shared by president of baseball operations Farhan Zaidi during his midseason media availability.González, who hit .251/.320/.357 as a rookie in 2022, “could be a factor for us in August,” Zaidi said.The back injury, a chronic issue for the 27-year-old outfielder predating his time with the Giants, forced the native of Hermosillo, Mexico, to miss the club’s two-game series in his home country earlier this season.Related ArticlesSan Francisco Giants | SF Giants sign...

Men to compete in artistic swimming for first time at Paris Olympics

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 11:00:11 GMT

FUKUOKA, Japan (AP) — Snicker if you wish. Guffaw for good measure. Bill May and other male synchronized swimmers — now called artistic swimmers — have heard the putdowns before.But they’re getting the last laugh.Men have competed in synchro at the lower levels for decades. Now they’re being included in the Olympics, meaning next year’s Summer Games in Paris.“I think it’s a huge opportunity for the sport to grow and attract more men,” May told the Associated Press at the World Aquatics Championships. “By keeping men out you’re limiting the sport. By including men you’re going to see an upshift in the popularity and the numbers.”May looks like a lean bodybuilder. He was among the first men to compete when synchro was included in the worlds for the first time in 2015. And he worked for 17 years at Cirque du Soleil doing water-themed shows. He has come out of competitive retirement for a chance to compete at the Olympics.“There has always been ...

Aces look to maintain historic pace in 2nd half, repeat as WNBA champions

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 11:00:11 GMT

The Las Vegas Aces are on a historic pace heading into the second half of the season and have shown no signs of letting up.With 19 wins in their first 21 games, the Aces sit atop the WNBA standings and have the top offense and defense in the league.“Just staying focused on what we’ve been doing up to this point,” point guard Chelsea Gray said. “Trust in each other, playing for each other and with each other and just having fun doing it. We never take anybody for granted.”Gray, one of four Las Vegas players in the All-Star Game over the weekend, said despite the Aces’ record, the WNBA is a lot more competitive then it’s been in recent years.“This league is so good and there’s a lot of parity between the teams,” she said. “There’s not a bunch that’s just up top. So you got to come with your best game every night.”Las Vegas is seeking to become the first repeat champion since Los Angeles in 2001 and ’02. Before the playoffs, the Aces can make a run at the best record ...