In-N-Out Burger is about to reach an important milestone

Published Thu, 28 Mar 2024 17:18:24 GMT

In-N-Out Burger is about to reach an important milestone Southern California-based In-N-Out Burger plans to open its 399th location Thursday morning in San Juan Capistrano, the company has announced.The restaurant is at 31791 Del Obispo St. and will feature one drive-thru lane, indoor seating for 84 customers and covered patio seating for 28 guests.“The restaurant will employ approximately 80 In-N-Out Burger Associates with a starting wage of $19.00 per hour,” the company said in a news release.The very first In-N-Out burger opened in 1948 at a tiny stand at Francisquito and Garvey avenues in Baldwin Park, a suburb of Los Angeles. Harry and Esther Snyder are credited with inventing the world’s first drive-thru with a two-way speaker box that same year. (Photo courtesy: In-N-Out Burger)The original In-N-Out in Baldwin Park, California. (Courtesy: In-N-Out Burger)Cars line up in the drive thru at an In-n-Out restaurant on October 28, 2021 in Pleasant Hill, California. (Photo by Justin Sullivan/Getty Images)A menu is displayed in the drive t...

Disney planning to build new residential community outside of California

Published Thu, 28 Mar 2024 17:18:24 GMT

Disney planning to build new residential community outside of California Disney is continuing to dip its toe into the real estate development game, announcing on Wednesday it's planning a new residential community in North Carolina."Asteria" is a planned community located near Raleigh, Durham and Chapel Hill, and is part of the company's ongoing Storyliving by Disney venture.The Asteria community is in its early planning stages, but Disney says it's being designed to "encourage exploration of the region's natural beauty and spark life-long learning."The community will be located within a 1,500-acre parcel located in Chatham County. Disney officials say it will be close to nearby cities, giving residents metropolitan amenities while maintaining its small-town charm. More than 4,000 homes will be located on the site, including some that are specifically designated for adults aged 55 and up.Disney is partnering with a local real estate development company that has already built a master-planned community in the area. What’s the difference between Califor...

Disneyland announces Disney Channel themed after dark event, brings back other fan-favorite themes

Published Thu, 28 Mar 2024 17:18:24 GMT

Disneyland announces Disney Channel themed after dark event, brings back other fan-favorite themes Disneyland will be hosting after dark events themed to Disney Channel shows throughout the decades and will also bring back three returning after-dark themes that quickly became fan favorites. The “Happiest Place on Earth” announced plans to host four after-hours events in the new year. Events themed for Valentine’s Day, Star Wars, Pride and Disney Channel will occur within the first six months of 2024. Pixar Fest returns to Disneyland with new parade and returning fireworks show Here are the after-dark events scheduled for 2024Sweethearts’ Nite (Jan. 23, 25, 30; Feb. 1, 6, 8, 12 and 14):Disney Channel Nite (March 5 and 7)Star Wars Nite (April 16, 18, 23, 25, 30; May 2, 7 and 9)Pride Nite (June 18 & 20)Disney Channel Nite will feature nods to various eras of Disney’s kids’ television network. During the event, guests can attend a High School Musical-themed pep rally or dance the night away at the Phineas and Ferb dance party in Tomorrowland.Party guests can also take a cruise ...

Suspect arrested for strangling victim in Santa Monica

Published Thu, 28 Mar 2024 17:18:24 GMT

Suspect arrested for strangling victim in Santa Monica A suspect was arrested in Santa Monica after police found him allegedly strangling another man on Friday.The suspect was identified as Tamarquis Isiah Burke, 31, according to the Santa Monica Police Department. Burke is believed to be a transient.On Dec. 1, officers responded to reports of an assault on the 200 block of Palisades Park around 8:55 a.m.Arriving officers found Burke “actively strangling” another man at the scene. The victim, who is also a homeless person, was heard pleading for help as police ran towards him.Burke eventually released the victim and was taken into custody. Witnesses told police the violent attack appeared to be unprovoked.The suspect was arrested on charges of attempted homicide. He is being held on $2.25 million bail.The case remains under investigation. Anyone with information is asked to contact Detective McCoy at [email protected], Detective Sergeant Goodwin at [email protected] or the Watch Commander at 310-458-8427.

Minor shot in South Gate was killed by another juvenile, Sheriff's Department says

Published Thu, 28 Mar 2024 17:18:24 GMT

Minor shot in South Gate was killed by another juvenile, Sheriff's Department says A juvenile who was fatally shot in South Gate on Thursday was killed by another minor, according to the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department.The victim, who was not identified due to their age, was shot in the 3100 block of Wisconsin Avenue a few minutes before 9:15 p.m., the LASD said in a news release. That minor, who had been shot in the torso, was taken to a local hospital, where they were pronounced dead. An investigation into the shooting identified another minor as the assailant, and that person was arrested on Tuesday, authorities said.The alleged shooter, whose identity is also being withheld due to their age, was charged with murder on Wednesday.Anyone with information is encouraged to contact the LASD Homicide Bureau at 323-890-5500.To provide information anonymously, call Crime Stoppers at 800-222-TIPS (8477) or visit lacrimestoppers.org.

Serial Founder, Sangam Sangameswara: From Silicon Valley Technologist to RightSense AI

Published Thu, 28 Mar 2024 17:18:24 GMT

Serial Founder, Sangam Sangameswara: From Silicon Valley Technologist to RightSense AI Sangameswara, with nearly four decades of experience in technology, transitioned from roles at Intel and Apple to become a serial entrepreneur. His latest innovation, RightSense AI, utilizes large language models like GPT to offer conversational analytics that address the challenges of data literacy within organizations.Inspired by the underutilization of data in decision-making, Sangam Sangameswara’s vision is to simplify data distillation for individuals within organizations. His platform, RightSense Fusion, utilizes key measurable metrics (KPIs) and enables users to interact with their data in a conversational format with real-time insights. Sangameswara emphasizes the importance of making every organization data-driven.The BeginningSangameswara, founder and CEO of RightSense, came to the U.S. nearly four decades ago to pursue a master’s degree in computer science. His early professional years included impressive stints with some of technology’s bigwigs, including a few yea...

Toy Safety Concerns: What Parents Should Know For The Holidays

Published Thu, 28 Mar 2024 17:18:24 GMT

Toy Safety Concerns: What Parents Should Know For The Holidays It’s the most wonderful time of the year for toy shopping! As a parent, I totally get the urge to buy the latest flashy gadgets and coolest new toys for your kids. But ’tis the season for avoiding safety hazards too.As much as we all love surprises on the holidays, unsafe toys are no gift for children. Small parts that look like candy, toxic chemicals in plastic, and ear-piercing noisemakers may seem fun—until someone gets hurt.So before you race to the toy aisle and fill your carts this season, here’s your safe-shopping playbook. Consider it the best holiday gift for the kids and yourself—a worry- and accident-free holiday!US Standards For ToysSafety is a major concern for kids’ toys, especially since their minds and bodies are still developing. The country’s manufacturers must follow the American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM) International standards in creating products for children to play with.This organization, alongside the US Consumer ...

Indonesia ends volcano victim search after 23rd body found

Published Thu, 28 Mar 2024 17:18:24 GMT

Indonesia ends volcano victim search after 23rd body found By Mardi Rosa Tanjung | Associated PressBATU PALANO, Indonesia — The seacrh has ended for any more victims among climbers who were caught by a weekend eruption of Indonesia’s Mount Marapi volcano that killed 23 people and injured several others, officials said Thursday.About 75 climbers started up the nearly 2,900-meter (9,480-foot) mountain in Agam district of West Sumatra province on Saturday and were on the volcano when it erupted the following day.West Sumatra Police Chief Suharyono said earlier that the discovery of the body of a female university student Wednesday had raised the confirmed death toll to 23. Officials said Thursday that they believed all the dead had been recovered.After an evaluation of the search and rescue results, “authorities have ended the search and rescue operation in Mount Marapi as all the victims have been found by late Wednesday,” said Abdul Muhari, the National Disaster Mitigation Agency spokesperson.The National Search and Rescue ...

Minor arrested for breaking into, staying in Sonoma vacation homes

Published Thu, 28 Mar 2024 17:18:24 GMT

Minor arrested for breaking into, staying in Sonoma vacation homes (KRON) -- A juvenile suspect was arrested on Tuesday after he led Sonoma County deputies on a chase through the Russian River, the county sheriff's office said. The suspect is accused of breaking into multiple vacation homes in the county. On Tuesday, deputies began to investigate the break-ins of three vacation homes on Freezout Road in the Duncan Mills neighborhood. The suspect allegedly caused damage to all three homes. 2 robbed at gunpoint in Walnut Creek An investigation identified the suspect as a minor and revealed that he had been staying in the houses. The Sonoma County Sheriff's Office said deputies found the suspect in one of the homes at about 7 p.m. and he ran from them. The suspect was again spotted on the 21000 block of Moscow Road. When police saw him, he ran into the Russian River, SCSO said. Deputies deployed a drone to search for the suspect, and he was detected in the brush on the edge of the river. He was located and arrested without incident. KRON ON is stre...

CVS Pharmacy to close location in San Francisco

Published Thu, 28 Mar 2024 17:18:24 GMT

CVS Pharmacy to close location in San Francisco SAN FRANCISCO (KRON) -- A CVS Pharmacy in San Francisco is set to close early in 2024. The location at 499 Haight St. will close on Jan. 11, a CVS spokesperson told KRON4. CVS said it was a "difficult decision" to close the store. The retail company cited "population shifts" and "local market dynamics" among the factors that led to the decision to close the Lower Haight location. LEGO Store at San Francisco Centre mall closes "Maintaining access to pharmacy services in the communities we serve is an important factor we consider when making store closure decisions. Other factors include local market dynamics, population shifts, a community’s store density, and ensuring there are other geographic access points to meet the needs of the community."CVS PharmacyThose who have prescriptions at the Haight Street store will be directed to the CVS at 701 Van Ness Ave. Employees at the closing store will be offered comparable roles within the company, according to CVS. Haney-Prograis fig...