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British tourist awarded $375K after staying in bedbug-infested Hollywood Hills vacation rental

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:58:24 GMT

The owners of a vacation rental property in Hollywood Hills have been ordered to pay $375,000 to a British vacationer who was bit hundreds of times by bedbugs while staying at the property in 2015.Meshak Moore had planned on staying at a property on the 2300 block of Vasanta Way from Aug. 24, 2015 through Oct. 22, 2015, but left after four weeks after repeatedly being bitten across the entirety of his body by bedbugs that had infested the property, according to court documents provided by his lawyer. He initially believed mosquitos were responsible, but after several sleepless nights and painful bites, he tore apart the bed and found a large infestation of bedbugs on the mattress, headboard and bed frame.Moore suffered hundreds of bites on his back, arms, neck and groin, causing him serious discomfort, permanent scarring and emotional distress, the complaint alleged.The owners of the property, identified in the arbitration settlement as Henry Huang and Robert Norris of Bamboo Retrea...

Sky5 LIVE: Brush fire breaks out in Sylmar

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:58:24 GMT

Fire crews are battling a brush fire that broke out in Sylmar on Tuesday afternoon.The Newhall Pass Fire is burning along Sierra Highway near the 5 and 14 Freeways, according to the Los Angeles County Fire Department.The blaze is reported at around five acres and growing, officials said.The flames are burning near a commercial building in the brush-filled area with heavy plumes of smoke seen covering the hills.Both air and ground units are responding to the scene. Sky5 is overhead. This developing story will be updated.

Dodgers to bring back Kiké Hernandez in deal with Red Sox: Report

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:58:24 GMT

The Los Angeles Dodgers are bringing back a critical piece of their 2020 World Series-winning roster.The Dodgers have agreed to a deal with the Boston Red Sox that will bring back versatile utility man Enrique "Kiké" Hernandez in exchange for a pair of relief pitchers, according to ESPN's Jeff Passan.Hernandez, 31, is one of the league's most malleable and versatile defensive players who has played every position in the majors, aside from catcher. A fan favorite, Hernandez was the starting second baseman for the 2020 Dodgers team that defeated the Tampa Bay Rays in the World Series.In February 2021, Hernandez signed a deal with the Boston Red Sox. He's appeared in 86 games for the Red Sox this season, playing primarily shortstop. He batted .222 with 6 home runs, 31 RBIs and 38 runs scored.His return to the Dodgers is a welcome one with question marks surrounding the infield since before the season began. The team lost two-time MLB All-Star Trea Turner, last season's starting shortst...

Disneyland's Haunted Mansion inspired Airbnb materializes in Southern California

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:58:24 GMT

If you ever wondered what it would be like to spend the night in Disneyland's Haunted Mansion, here's your chance.An Airbnb listing for the Ghostly Retreat in Fullerton pays tribute to the fan-favorite attraction with Haunted Mansion-inspired décor, along with special sound, lighting and visual FX throughout the property.The Airbnb was listed by Jeff Schiefelbein, a production designer for film, television and amusement parks. Through his company, Sinister Pointe Productions, he has worked with Knott’s Scary Farm, Universal Studios Orlando and the Queen Mary’s Dark Harbor, among others.Guests can also dine with the Bride prop, similar to the one at Disneyland. (Jeff Schiefelbein)A photo of the gaming room at the property. (Jeff Schiefelbein)The scary, yet cozy, living room at the property. (Jeff Schiefelbein) The Hatbox ghost inspired area at the Airbnb. (Jeff Schiefelbein) A glimpse into the A glimpse into Leota inspired room. (Jeff Schiefelbein)The world of the Ravens Realm room a...

One Killed, One Hospitalized Following Truck Accident on Old Route 66 [Oro Grande, CA]

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:58:24 GMT

Traffic Accident near Railroad Bridge Involving Truck Left One Fatality, One InjuredORO GRANDE, CA (July 25, 2023) – Tuesday morning, one person was killed and another was hospitalized after a semi-truck accident on Old Route 66.The fatal incident happened around 7:18 a.m. along Old Route 66 near the Cal Portland Cement Plant.According to CHP, a westbound semi-truck collided with the railroad bridge, causing a car accident and debris to be sent all over the roadway.Investigators said the big rig had working equipment not secured, they believe this was a factor in the accident.First responders arrived and pronounced one man dead at the scene due to the extent of his injuries. Moreover, the driver of the vehicle that was struck by the truck was hospitalized with serious injuries.Meanwhile, both directions of the roadway were shut down to allow for cleanup and preliminary duties.Those with additional information about the truck accident on Old Route 66 are encouraged to contact t...

Brentwood woman arrested in fatal stabbing of husband

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:58:24 GMT

(KRON) -- A woman in Brentwood was arrested Tuesday morning in connection to the fatal stabbing of her husband, the Brentwood Police Department said. Officers with Brentwood PD arrived around 10:15 a.m. to the 300 block of MacArthur Way for a welfare check on a couple at a residence.Upon arriving at the scene, police found the wife. There was evidence indicating a violent crime had just occurred. Officers detained the woman and searched the residence. Car that veered off Sanchez stairs was carjacked They found a dead man who had been stabbed several times. There were no other victims at the residence or on the scene, police said.The deceased man and the woman were married and lived together at the residence, police said. Brentwood PD has declined to release the names of either party until next of kin have been notified.The woman is in custody and there is no known threat to public safety, police said. This appears to have been an isolated incident.

Berkeley city council to consider automated license plate readers

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:58:24 GMT

(BCN) -- The Berkeley City Council will consider buying automated license plate readers (ALPRs) at its Tuesday meeting. The Berkeley Police Department is proposing a two-year trial of 52 ALPRs around the city. The proposal seeks approval of an initial setup cost of $250,000 and an annual operating cost of $175,000. The ALPRs would be mounted on fixed locations around the city and automatically capture images of stolen vehicles, cars connected to crimes, and vehicles on a BPD database of license plates associated with vehicles of interest. Car that veered off Sanchez stairs was carjacked Berkeley police are confident that the ALPRs will be a valuable tool for law enforcement. "ALPRs can help us deter crime and solve crimes more quickly," said Berkeley Police Sgt. Joe Ledoux in the proposal. "They are a proven technology used by law enforcement agencies all over the country." Auto thefts in Berkeley are up by 67 percent this year compared to last year, according to d...

Family operated $7.6 million recycling can smuggling scheme: DOJ

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:58:24 GMT

(KRON) -- Eight family members who run recycling centers in Riverside County are facing felony charges in connection to a massive recycling fraud investigation. The family illegally redeemed $7.6 million from aluminum cans and plastic bottles that were smuggled from Arizona over California's border, according to the Department of Justice. DOJ agents said the family illegally smuggled 178 tons of empty beverage containers to defraud California’s Beverage Container Recycling Program.CalRecycle oversees the program, and it was created to incentivize recycling at privately-owned centers with a 5-cent, or 10-cent return on cans."California will not tolerate fraud against our recycling deposit system that has kept nearly ahalf-trillion bottles and cans from being littered or landfilled in our state," CalRecycleDirector Rachel Machi Wagoner said. "CalRecycle’s partnership with the California Department ofJustice is working to stop criminals and protect funds that belong to Californians."Si...

Dolphins starting OL Terron Armstead and two others will open training camp on PUP list

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:58:24 GMT

MIAMI GARDENS, Fla. (AP) — Miami Dolphins veteran left tackle Terron Armstead will open training camp on the physically unable to perform list along with second-year tight end Tanner Conner and offensive tackle Isaiah Wynn.The Dolphins announced the news Tuesday on the day veterans reported for training camp. Armstead, Conner and Wynn will be sidelined when the team holds its first full practice of camp on Wednesday. Armstead did not participate in organized team activities or mandatory minicamp after playing through several injuries in 2022, including pectoral, knee and hip injuries and a toe injury suffered in the season opener. Armstead previously said that he was advised to undergo season-ending surgery on his toe but opted against it to finish the season.“Against advisement, we locked in and suited up,” Armstead said in January. Dolphins coach Mike McDaniel declined to say whether Armstead had foot surgery during the offseason when asked about it in May, but added that he has “...

Northwestern players opt to forgo Big Ten media days in wake of school’s hazing scandals

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:58:24 GMT

EVANSTON, Ill. (AP) — Northwestern will not have any players at the Big Ten’s annual media days this week after the three who were scheduled to attend opted Tuesday to back out because of hazing scandals that have engulfed the school.Linebacker Bryce Gallagher, defensive back Rod Heard II and receiver Bryce Kirtz said in a statement they made the “very difficult” decision after consulting with interim coach David Braun, their parents and teammates.“Given the recent events involving the Northwestern football program, we did not want our participation to be dominated by the hazing issue and steal the focus away from football and the upcoming season,” they said.Each school usually sends three players and the head coach to the two-day event to field questions about the upcoming season from reporters. Gallagher, Heard and Kirtz were to be available on Wednesday. Braun is still scheduled to address the media.“The decision from our players to forgo Big Ten Media Day was entirely thei...