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Vote on DIA CEO Phil Washington, Biden’s pick to run FAA, delayed amid GOP opposition

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 12:00:12 GMT

A vote on President Joe Biden’s choice to run the Federal Aviation Administration was delayed indefinitely Wednesday in the face of an opposition blitz by Republicans, who say the nominee lacks enough experience in aviation to lead the agency, which is under pressure to stem a surge in dangerous close calls between planes.The Senate Commerce Committee was scheduled to vote on Denver International Airport CEO Phil Washington, whose nomination has languished since Biden announced his choice last July.Committee Chair Maria Cantwell, D-Wash., said the vote would be delayed to gather information requested by senators. She did not detail the information or name the committee members who sought the delay.Democrats hold a 14-13 edge on the committee, so the defection of one could derail the nomination if all Republicans oppose it. The GOP has targeted Democrats and independents from swing or red-leaning states.One of those Democrats, Jon Tester of Montana, was vague when asked if he would v...

'Craziest thing I've ever seen': Possible tornado damages buildings in Montebello

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 12:00:12 GMT

A possible tornado touched down in Montebello on Wednesday, damaging several buildings and leaving a trail of destruction.The "weather incident" was reported a few minutes before 11:30 a.m., according to the Verdugo Fire Communications Center. KTLA helicopter video showed the storm ripped-off parts of a roof and scattered debris in the area of South Vail Street and Washington Boulevard.The National Weather Service dispatched a team to Montebello, a city eight miles east of downtown Los Angeles, to assess the damage and determine if it was, in fact, a weak tornado.A video submitted by a KTLA viewer shows what appears to be a funnel cloud descending from the clouds as a storm moved through the Los Angeles metropolitan area. The owner of a recycling company in the area said he was driving when the weather event occurred. He later saw the storm had torn off the roof of the building next door.“All the windows of the cars were shattered … it was just a mess...

Photos: Possible tornado touches down on Montebello, leaves damage in its wake

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 12:00:12 GMT

A reported tornado touched down on Montebello Wednesday, leaving extensive damage in its wake. Video from Sky5, residents and motorists alike showed the damaged roofs and debris swirling around during the rare weather event. ‘Craziest thing I’ve ever seen’: Reported tornado damages buildings in Montebello The potential tornado was reported a few minutes before 11:30 a.m. and firefighters responded to the 1200 block of South Vail Street. Here are some images of the destruction left behind. A roof in Montebello was damaged by a reported tornado on March 22, 2023. (KTLA) A roof in Montebello was damaged by a reported tornado on March 22, 2023. (KTLA) A roof in Montebello was damaged by a reported tornado on March 22, 2023. (KTLA) A roof in Montebello was damaged by a reported tornado on March 22, 2023. (KTLA) A roof in Montebello, California was damaged by a reported tornado on March 22, 2023. (KTLA) A tree toppled over a vehicle during a suspected tornado in Montebello on March 22,...

Pomona man charged after allegedly sexually assaulting child

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 12:00:12 GMT

A Pomona man was arrested and charged after allegedly sexually assaulting a child, officials said Wednesday.Daniel Garcia, 32, was arrested after he “expressed a desire to meet with the juvenile a second time,” Pomona police detailed in a news release. “Garcia arrived at the prearranged meeting location and was taken into custody.”Garcia was later booked on suspicion of oral copulation with a person under 16, sodomy with a person under 16 and lewd acts on a child under 14.Police are seeking the public’s help find possible additional victims. Anyone who has information about Garcia, or believes they may have been victimized by him, is asked to call the Pomona Police Department at 909-622-1241.

Lindsey Lohan, Jake Paul, Lil Yachty hit with SEC charges for endorsing cryptocurrencies

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 12:00:12 GMT

Lindsey Lohan, Jake Paul and rapper Lil Yachty are among the eight celebrities who have been hit with charges from the Securities and Exchange Commission for illegally touting cryptocurrencies and violating security laws, the commission announced Wednesday. Other celebrities charged include rapper Soulja Boy, Austin Mahone, Ne-Yo, Akon and adult film star Kendra Lust, a news release said. The commission hit multiple celebrities with charges since they didn’t disclose that they were paid for their endorsements of Tronix (TRX) and BitTorrent (BTT), cryptocurrencies created by entrepreneur Justin Sun.Sun was also hit with multiple charges from the commission.“This case demonstrates again the high-risk investors face when crypto asset securities are offered and sold without proper disclosure,” SEC Chair Gary Gensler said in a statement.“As alleged, Sun and his companies not only targeted U.S. investors in their unregistered offers and sales, generating millions in illegal proceeds at th...

Possible Tornado Damages Buildings In City of Montebello

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 12:00:12 GMT

A tornado may have touched down in the city of Montebello, according to the National Weather Service Los Angeles.Dozens of videos have circulated social media showing a tornado-like wind funnel making its way to the ground, as well as pieces of at least one building’s roof in Montebello being blown off and swirled around.Tornado hits south maple ave in Montebello tearing the roof off multiple buildings and destroying multiple cars pic.twitter.com/yJrbuPMccj— Turtle (@njtehcherchian) March 22, 2023A tornado warning was issued in Los Angeles County Wednesday morning, although the weather event has not yet been verified, or labeled as a tornado, as of this writing.@NBCLA Montebello tornado pic.twitter.com/sRtUH1in6Y— Raymond Rodriguez (@rergalaxy) March 22, 2023The wind funnel is the second being investigated in California Wednesday, with another being investigated in the city of Carpinteria.“There have been reports of possible tornado damage in Montebello,” the Natio...

Creating the Best Patient Experience, According to Dr. Anna Steve

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 12:00:12 GMT

Photo credit: Dr. Anna Steve, Plastic Surgeon at Neinstein Plastic Surgery, with permission.Undergoing any type of surgery can be a stressful experience. Not knowing how your body will react is always frightening. This is why so many patients enter operating rooms feeling anxious. But the detrimental effect of stress should never be underestimated. According to the American Psychological Association, stress can affect our whole body, tensing up our muscles, causing respiratory symptoms, and, in the worst cases, also contributing to long-term problems for our heart and blood vessels.One of Dr. Anna Steve‘s number one priorities is to make every patient feel comfortable and at ease to minimize the negative feelings often associated with surgery. Dr. Steve is a Board-Certified Plastic Surgeon working at Neinstein Plastic Surgery, a clinic located in Manhattan.But what are her tips to create the best patient experience?Prioritize the family vibeOne of the best ways to make every p...

Affordable Luxury: How Murway is taking over the Handbag Industry

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 12:00:12 GMT

Luxury comes at a cost, and often, it is exorbitant. The fashion industry, in particular, has been notorious for its unattainable extravagance. Yet, luxury should encompass affordability as a core principle. In response to this, Murway steps forward to redefine the paradigm, delivering a luxurious experience that doesn’t break the bank.Murway is a black-owned fashion accessory brand founded by Denishio Murray. Denishio founded the company to address the challenge of the ever-rising cost of luxury bags. Growing up, he wanted to create a handbag brand accessible to everyone. Each bag from Murway is designed in Los Angeles and handmade in Italy with genuine leather, ensuring quality and luxury. After production, Murway bags are affordable compared to other bags made in Italy, which are usually highly priced.Denishio is a self-taught designer from Forrest City, Arkansas, now living in Los Angeles, CA. His love for fashion began at a young age, making paper patterns of handbags usi...

After apology and acquittal in similar case, East Bay man avoids jail for sex trafficking of a minor in 2006

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 12:00:12 GMT

OAKLAND — A year after he was acquitted of allegations of sex trafficking from 2019, a Bay Area man avoided additional jail time for trafficking a minor who came to Oakland from Kentucky in 2006, court records show.Chase McMillon, 39, was sentenced Feb. 28 to time served, meaning he won’t go back to prison or jail for a conviction of sex trafficking a minor. McMillon pleaded guilty in October 2022 to trafficking a 15-year-old girl back in 2006, allegations that surfaced while authorities were investigating him for alleged sex trafficking in 2019, in Salinas.It is a bizarre case that was litigated for years, and resulted in McMillon spending roughly 18 months behind bars awaiting trial, before he was released in April 2022. McMillon was indicted in 2020 on charges of trafficking a woman in Salinas through threats and fisticuffs, but the case fell apart. In March 2022, he was acquitted of both charges.That left the more serious charge, alleging that McMillon trafficked a 1...

Storm photos: Violent winds from rare “bomb cyclone” leaves destructive wake in Bay Area

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 12:00:12 GMT

With gusts of more than of 81 miles per hour, according to the National Weather Service, winds knocked down hundreds of trees across the Bay Area. Three people were killed by falling trees on Tuesday, in Portola Valley, Rossmoor in Walnut Creek and Oakland. A big rig truck on the Bay Bridge toppled over and blocked most eastbound lanes for hours Tuesday night.By Wednesday morning the lingering storm had dissipated with winds calming down to 12 mph in San Jose.Crews were assessing and repairing damage to the Lefty O’Doul Bridge near Oracle Park in San Francisco. The 90-year-old historic bascule bridge was battered by storm-pushed barges.Emergency crews in Contra Costa Couty responded to 100 calls over a 24-hour period for downed wires, local minor flooding and vehicle crashes, according to Contra Costa Fire Protection District spokesperson Steve Hill.Crews work on the Lefty O’Doul Bridge near Oracle Park in San Francisco, Calif., Wednesday morning, March 22, 2023, after the historic ...