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Edward Spacek Dies in Pickup-Truck vs Semi-Truck Accident on U.S. 95 [Mineral County, NV]

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 14:05:23 GMT

67-Year-Old Male Driver Pronounced Dead after Big-Rig Collision near Mile Marker 34MINERAL COUNTY, NV (September 28, 2023) – Tuesday evening, Edward Spacek lost his life in a collision involving a semi-truck on U.S. 95.This deadly incident occurred around 8:00 p.m., near mile marker 34.According to initial reports, the driver of a 2017 Dodge Ram, traveling northbound, attempted to pass a semi-truck by crossing into the southbound lanes. However, this maneuver led to a collision with another semi-truck.Medical responders arrived at the scene and pronounced the driver of the Dodge, identified as 67-year-old Spacek Jr. from Bullhead City, AZ, deceased.Meanwhile, the driver of the semi-truck sustained minor injuries, though their identity has not yet been disclosed. In response to the accident, emergency personnel temporarily closed the surrounding area to facilitate cleanup and initial investigative procedures.As further information becomes available, additional details will be p...

One Pronounced Dead after Pedestrian Accident on El Camino Real [Atascadero, CA]

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 14:05:23 GMT

One Unidentified Man Pronounced Dead after Pedestrian Collision in AtascaderoATASCADERO, CA (September 28, 2023) – Tuesday afternoon, one person was killed in a pedestrian accident on El Camino Real, per initial reports.Authorities responded to the scene around 2:30 p.m., near Highway 41, along El Camino Real.Per reports, the driver of an unidentified vehicle struck a pedestrian just south of Vons.Due to the impact of the collision, the unnamed pedestrian was killed. Paramedics pronounced the man dead en route to the hospital.At this time, authorities have only described the deceased victim as a man.Meanwhile, the driver of the vehicle remained at the scene and cooperated with the investigation.Moreover, both directions of the roadway were temporarily shut down to allow for cleanup and preliminary duties.Following preliminary duties, police do not suspect drugs and alcohol to be a factor in the incident. Those who witnessed the pedestrian crash are encouraged to contact local ...

Woman Fatally Struck in Pedestrian Crash on 1st Street South [Seattle, WA]

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 14:05:23 GMT

64-Year-Old Man Arrested after Fatal Pedestrian Collision near Lucille StreetSEATTLE, WA (September 28, 2023) – Early Thursday, a woman lost her life in a pedestrian accident on 1st Street South.At approximately 5:30 a.m., officers rushed to the location near Lucille Street in response to multiple emergency calls.According to investigators, a male driver struck a female pedestrian in the vicinity. However, it remains uncertain whether the woman was walking within a designated crosswalk.Due to the severity of her injuries, medical personnel pronounced the female victim deceased at the accident site. Authorities have not yet disclosed her identity.After fulfilling initial responsibilities, officers noted signs of impairment in the 64-year-old male driver, subsequently taking him into custody on suspicion of vehicular homicide.Currently, an active investigation is ongoing to gather additional details regarding the pedestrian collision on 1st Street South. Additional details will ...

Two Injured in Bus Accident near Long Street [Carson City, NV]

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 14:05:23 GMT

Car Crash with School Bus near Roop Street Injures TwoCARSON CITY, NV (September 28, 2023) – Tuesday afternoon, two people after a car versus bus accident near Long Street.The incident happened on September 19th, at around 2:18 p.m., near the intersection of Long Street and Roop Street.According to reports, a bus and two other vehicles collided in the area. The bus was full of high school students at the time of the collision. No students reported being injured.However, two occupants of a Toyota that was involved in the crash, sustained injuries. Paramedics transported them to a local hospital for treatment.Following the crash, crews shut down the areas surrounding the accident for cleanup and preliminary duties.One small driving mistake can lead to a multi-vehicle crash. This is why it is important to drive defensively and always abide by all driving laws. Keep your attention on the road, follow the speed limit, and never drive under the influence of altering substances. More...

Hola Mexico Showcases Mexican Filmmakers and More

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 14:05:23 GMT

One of the most significant aspects of Hispanic Heritage Month is the spotlight it provides on Latin and specifically Mexican contributions to entertainment and culture. The Hola México Film Festival presented by Toyota, has been doing so in exciting ways in conjunction, for the past 15 years. Running from September 29 – October 7, the event opens with a much-anticipated screening of Surviving My XV – a coming of age quinceañera comedy from director Chava Cartas that explores how long-held traditions endure even as they evolve into modern times.And there’s more: this year, the fest offers 19 films categorized in three groups: México Ahora (Mexico now) featuring new films; Documental (documentary) sharing real life stories and El Otro México (the other Mexico) spotlighting stories that don’t often get told from the Latin perspective, some previously seen and lauded at Sundance. Mexican filmmakers, Mexican subjects, and Mexican points of view are represented at Hola Mexico, from revol...

House GOP holds first Biden impeachment hearing

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 14:05:23 GMT

By Jeremy Herb, Annie Grayer and Marshall Cohen | CNNHouse Republicans kicked off their first impeachment inquiry hearing Thursday laying out the allegations they will pursue against President Joe Biden, though their expert witnesses acknowledged Republicans don’t yet have the evidence to prove the accusation they’re leveling.Thursday’s hearing in the House Oversight Committee didn’t include witnesses who could speak directly to Hunter Biden’s foreign business dealing at the center of the inquiry, but the hearing offered Republicans the chance to show some of the evidence they’ve uncovered to date.None of that evidence has shown Joe Biden received any financial benefit from his son’s business dealings, but Republicans said at Thursday’s hearing what they’ve found so far has given them the justification to launch their impeachment inquiry.Democrats responded by accusing Republicans of doing Donald Trump’s bidding and raising his and his family’s various foreign dealings themselves, a...

Business community speaks out after Target blames crime for U.S. store closures

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 14:05:23 GMT

By Matt Egan | CNNNew York  — Business leaders are expressing alarm after Target became the latest retailer to blame crime for pulling the plug on stores.“The US Chamber is deeply concerned with increasing reports of stores closing in communities across the country due to large-scale theft and looting,” Tom Wickman, senior vice president of state and local policy at the US Chamber of Commerce, told CNN in a statement on Wednesday. “No store should have to close because of theft.”RELATED: Target says organized retail theft too much, will shutter stores in Oakland, San Francisco, PittsburgTarget sent shockwaves through the industry on Tuesday by saying it will close nine stores across four states due to large-scale theft. It is not clear whether the stores were under-performing or reaching their revenue goals. Target did not comment on this or provide data on theft at the stores. Target previously said it was expecting to lose $500 million this year due to rising theft.Apple, Lululemo...

McCarthy, Gaetz spar behind closed doors as shutdown looms

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 14:05:23 GMT

By Melanie Zanona, Clare Foran, Lauren Fox and Haley Talbot | CNNTensions erupted as House Republicans met behind closed-doors on Thursday, the latest sign of deep divisions and infighting as the House GOP conference has failed to coalesce around a plan to avert a shutdown.GOP Rep. Matt Gaetz and Speaker Kevin McCarthy got into a testy exchange during the meeting, according to a source in the room. Gaetz stood up and confronted McCarthy about whether his allies were paying conservative influencers to bash Gaetz in social media posts – an allegation circulating on social media and one the speaker’s office has denied.McCarthy’s response, according to the source in the room, was that he wouldn’t waste his time or money on Gaetz. Another source said McCarthy also shot back that he doesn’t know what Gaetz is spending time on, but he (the speaker) is donating $5 million to help keep the majority.“I asked him whether or not he was paying those influencers to post negative things about me o...

September’s full harvest moon is the last supermoon of the year

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 14:05:23 GMT

By Ashley Strickland | CNNThe full harvest moon will shine in the early morning hours of September 29, also marking the fourth and final supermoon of 2023.September’s full moon will reach peak illumination around 5:58 a.m. ET Friday, but it is expected to appear entirely illuminated through Saturday morning, according to NASA.Definitions of a supermoon can vary, but the term generally denotes a full moon that is closer to Earth than normal and thus appears larger and brighter in the night sky. The moon will be 224,854 miles (361,867 kilometers) away from Earth, about 14,046 miles (22,604 kilometers) closer than its average distance. The closest supermoon of the year occurred on August 30, when the moon was just 221,954 miles (357,200 kilometers) away from Earth.September’s full moon will appear about 5% bigger and 13% brighter than the average full moon, according to NASA.Some astronomers say the phenomenon occurs when the moon is within 90% of perigee — its closest approach to Eart...

Rescue underway involving person under 8 feet of dirt in SF

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 14:05:23 GMT

SAN FRANCISCO (KRON) -- Emergency crews are on scene of a rescue involving one person trapped under an estimated 8 feet of dirt, the San Francsico Fire Department said Thursday morning.The incident was reported at Oak and Divisadero streets in San Francisco’s Lower Haight neighborhood. A technical trench rescue was in progress at the 1100 block of Divisadero St.The person's current condition is currently unknown.Authorities are asking people avoid the area and to take alternate routes.This is a developing story. Check back for updates.