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Sierra Madre hiker encounters bear and 2 cubs on trail

Published Thu, 26 Dec 2024 18:49:17 GMT

A jogger had a heart-stopping encounter with a black bear and two cubs on a narrow hiking trail in Sierra Madre earlier this month.The video was captured by a California fitness enthusiast on Nov. 8.It shows a black bear charging toward the woman with two young cubs following. The bears can be seen following her on the trail as she cautiously backs away, attempting to scare them off with loud roars."Went trail running and turned a blind corner to find a mother bear’s head about 5 inches from my waist and her cubs a few feet behind her," the woman told Storyful, a video licensing service.The woman told Storyful that the trail behind the bears split, with both paths leading down the mountain. She worked with another hiker she had encountered earlier to encourage the bears to take one trail while they safely went down the other.Sierra Madre, located in the San Gabriel Mountains, is well known for its trails and natural beauty and it attracts a wide swath of visitors. But many local pre...

Orange County woman was beaten to death with a fire extinguisher, prosecutors say

Published Thu, 26 Dec 2024 18:49:17 GMT

A Laguna Beach man arrested in the death of 27-year-old Tatum Goodwin used a fire extinguisher to kill her, prosecutors alleged in a new court filing on Friday.The body of Goodwin, who lived in San Clemente, was discovered on Nov. 12 by a construction worker in an alleyway off the 200 block of Ocean Avenue, near Carmelita’s restaurant where she worked.“Her body was under a chain link fence on a construction site and a sandbag had been placed on her head,” prosecutors revealed.Dino Rojas-Moreno, 26, of Laguna Hills was arrested on Wednesday and charged with Goodwin’s slaying. He worked as a bartender at Laguna Beach's Royal Hawaiian Fire Grill, according to the Orange County Register. Tatum Goodwin, 27, was found dead in Laguna Beach on Nov. 12, 2023. In Friday’s filing, the Orange County D.A.’s Office said Rojas-Moreno first approached Goodwin in a parking lot around 1 a.m. on Nov. 12 and assaulted her near her parked car.“Rojas-Moreno then forcefully dragged her to the rear of the ...

Camp Flog Gnaw Recap featuring Nardwuar, WILLOW, and DAISYWORLD

Published Thu, 26 Dec 2024 18:49:17 GMT

As the vibrant atmosphere of the Flog Gnaw Carnival unfolded with an array of booths, games, and amazing performances, we took the opportunity to delve into the memories of some of the talented artists who graced the stage. Each artist shared their experiences of meeting the visionary who founded the carnival, Tyler, The Creator.Amidst the bustling scene of booths, from Converse’s inflatable showcase to the NFL x Starter booth with its lively games and custom jacket embroidery, the festival buzzed with energy. The NFL booth even had an appearance of its famed Lombardi Trophy that goes to the winner of the Super Bowl each year. Carnival rides and games added an extra layer of excitement, creating the perfect backdrop for the remarkable performances that echoed through the air.Photo: NFLPerformances by artists like SZA, Kendrick Lamar & Baby Keem, Pink Pantheress, Earl Sweatshirt, and so many more rocked the massive parking lot of Dodger Stadium, transformed into a legitimat...

Crisis Magazine Event Defies AEG Cease and Desist, Reminding Fans of What Camp Flog Gnaw Used to Be

Published Thu, 26 Dec 2024 18:49:17 GMT

Camp Flog Gnaw, the brainchild of Tyler, the Creator, originated as a block party on Fairfax street in Los Angeles to celebrate the release of his new album, Goblin. When the city declined, Tyler took matters into his own hands, giving birth to the first Camp Flog Gnaw in 2011, across the street from a Lil Wayne concert in a small parking lot. Since then, Tyler has utilized his growing influence to spotlight emerging artists, food vendors, and brands, fostering a safe-place for like-minded people to converge.Tate Canyon, a longtime festival attendee and creator of Crisis Magazine, found his introduction into Los Angeles’ culture through Camp Flog Gnaw while living in the Bay Area. Years later, after moving to LA in 2021, stricken with inspiration, Tate, at the age of 20, hosted an impromptu listening party for Tyler’s album, CALL ME IF YOU GET LOST drawing a massive crowd to his small apartment complex on Fairfax Ave. Tyler himself even attended the event, pulling up to ...

Arnold Schwarzenegger visits Sacramento on 20th anniversary of being sworn in as governor

Published Thu, 26 Dec 2024 18:49:17 GMT

On Friday, actor Arnold Schwarzenegger visited Sacramento to mark 20 years since he took the oath of office as the state's 38th governor. He was welcomed with a standing ovation by more than 200 people gathered at a fundraiser for the Sacramento Press Club. Poll shows Newsom’s weaknesses on key issues, strength vs. Trump in California During his remarks, Schwarzenegger reflected on what he called the seven best years of his life all while urging more civility and unity in today’s political climate.“I’m very, very adamant about working across the aisle and about not seeing the other side as the enemy. Let’s work together. If we want to stay number one in the world, which we have an easy chance to do, if we work together we can continue being number one as a nation. That’s the bottom line,” Schwarzenegger said.Schwarzenegger entered the 2003 recall election against then-Governor Gray Davis and ended up winning from a group of 135 candidates, the first and only time a California gov...

President Biden leaves Bay Area after busy week of meetings at APEC conference

Published Thu, 26 Dec 2024 18:49:17 GMT

(BCN) -- President Joe Biden has left the Bay Area after spending four days in the region for the Asia-Pacific Economic Summit in San Francisco to meet with other world leaders. Biden departed from San Francisco International Airport on Friday afternoon following a busy week that included a bilateral meeting in Woodside with Chinese President Xi Jinping and various meals and events involving the 21 heads of state who attended APEC. Bay Bridge protest: Dramatic photos capture hours-long shutdown The conference drew several protests, including one that shut down the Bay Bridge on Thursday morning by people calling for a ceasefire in the war between Israel and the militant group Hamas in Gaza.Heavy security measures were in place around San Francisco's Moscone Center where many of the APEC events were held, including Friday's meeting between Biden and Mexico President Andres Manuel Lopez Obrador and an event in which he officially transferred the APEC chair position to President Dina...

ChatGPT-maker OpenAI fires CEO Sam Altman, the face of the AI boom, for lack of candor with company

Published Thu, 26 Dec 2024 18:49:17 GMT

ChatGPT-maker Open AI said Friday it has pushed out its co-founder and CEO Sam Altman after a review found he was “not consistently candid in his communications” with the board of directors.“The board no longer has confidence in his ability to continue leading OpenAI,” the artificial intelligence company said in a statement.In the year since Altman catapulted ChatGPT to global fame, he has become Silicon Valley’s most sought-after voice on the promise and potential dangers of artificial intelligence and his sudden and mostly unexplained exit brought uncertainty to the industry’s future.Mira Murati, OpenAI’s chief technology officer, will take over as interim CEO effective immediately, the company said, while it searches for a permanent replacement. The announcement also said another OpenAI co-founder and top executive, Greg Brockman, the board’s chairman, would be stepping down from that role but remain at the company, where he serves as president. But later on X, Brockman wrote, “b...

Lewis’ 18, Balanc’s double-double lead Quinnipiac past Army 67-58

Published Thu, 26 Dec 2024 18:49:17 GMT

WEST POINT, N.Y. (AP) — Savion Lewis had 18 points in Quinnipiac’s 67-58 win against Army on Friday night.Lewis added five assists for the Bobcats (3-1). Matt Balanc added 17 points and 10 rebounds. Alexis Reyes scored 10 points.The Black Knights (0-4) were led in scoring by Ryan Curry, who finished with 15 points. Blake Barker added 10 points and Josh Scovens had eight points, eight rebounds and three blocks.___The Associated Press created this story using technology provided by Data Skrive and data from Sportradar.Source

Morton-Robertson’s 27 lead Purdue Fort Wayne over Northern Arizona 77-67

Published Thu, 26 Dec 2024 18:49:17 GMT

GLENDALE, Ariz. (AP) — Quinton Morton-Robertson scored 27 points and Purdue Fort Wayne beat Northern Arizona 77-67 at the Arizona Tip-Off on Friday night.Morton-Robertson also contributed three steals for the Mastodons (4-0). Anthony Roberts scored 13 points and added 10 rebounds. Rasheed Bello added 13 points, five rebounds and three steals.Trenton McLaughlin led the way for the Lumberjacks (1-3) with 14 points, five steals and two blocks. Oakland Fort added 14 points and five assists for Northern Arizona. Jayden Jackson had 11 points, six rebounds and three steals.___The Associated Press created this story using technology provided by Data Skrive and data from Sportradar.Source

1 hurt in Denver shooting near Coors Field

Published Thu, 26 Dec 2024 18:49:17 GMT

DENVER (KDVR) — Police said they were investigating a shooting Friday evening in Denver.One person was transported to a hospital, but the extent of their injuries was unknown, according to the Denver Police Department. FOX31 Newsletters: Sign up to get breaking news sent to your inbox It happened on Park Avenue between Wazee and Blake streets. Police posted about the shooting at 5:03 p.m. and told drivers to expect delays in the area.FOX31's Greg Nieto arrived at the scene, just a block from Coors Field. Two vehicles were seen stopped behind crime scene tape.This is a developing story. Check back for updates.