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Local musician turns tragedy into triumph with latest song addressing robbery experiences, rise in crime in L.A.

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:39:48 GMT

Rising pop artist Izza is just one of the people on the long list of victims of violent crimes across Los Angeles.However, she might be the only one who decided to turn her experiences into a song. The Encino native had several belongings stolen from her house in Aug. 2022, and while she was devastated to have lost her possessions, she was more focused on apprehending those who were responsible for taking them.  “I felt extreme loss and defeat, but even though I lost so many of my things, all I cared about was catching the robbers,” Izza said.  “I worked closely with the detective that was assigned to my case and although he tried his best, there were hundreds of other cases that took precedence over mine.” This wasn’t the only time Izza fell victim to a burglary; in 2020, she was followed home by a homeless man who then broke into her house, she said.  Video captures mob of robbers swarming Nordstrom in Topanga mall “I have also experienced frequent harassment and have ...

Raiders 34, 49ers 7: Trey Lance sacked four times in rough return

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:39:48 GMT

LAS VEGAS — Trey Lance’s first touchdown pass in 363 days never reached its intended receiver. Instead, it nearly got intercepted, and, eventually, it bounced into Ross Dwelley’s sure hands in the end zone.This, of course, is a great city to have luck turn your way.But the 49ers need Lance to be both lucky and good. Otherwise, his potential job as Brock Purdy’s backup will belong to Sam Darnold, who had a pedestrian debut after Lance’s shaky, first-half duty in Sunday’s preseason opener at the Raiders.The 34-7 final marked the most lopsided preseason loss in coach Kyle Shanahan’s seven seasons.San Francisco 49ers tight end Ross Dwelley (82) scores a touchdown as Las Vegas Raiders cornerback Duke Shelley (23) defends during the first half of an NFL preseason football game, Sunday, Aug. 13, 2023, in Las Vegas. (AP Photo/John Locher) The 49ers set this up to evaluate Lance under fire, and a sack-filled start was somewhat predictable behind...

Body of 17-year-old Saratoga teen found in Santa Cruz mountains

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:39:48 GMT

The body of 17-year-old Katherine Schneider has been found in the Santa Cruz mountains, just over a month after she was reported missing from her Saratoga home.“It is hard to put into words how much Katie will be missed,” the teen’s family said in a social media post on Sunday. “She taught us all how to live our biggest life without reservation.”According to the post, the Santa Clara County Sheriff’s Office told Schneider’s family that she had died in a car accident, and that her remains were found in a ravine near Castle Rock State Park.“At this time, the circumstances surrounding the heartbreaking incident are still under investigation,” the post stated.On July 5, Schneider left her residence without taking money, identification cards, or a cell phone with her, said Schneider’s mother in a social media post. After she was reported missing, a search for the teenager began across three counties. Last week, Schneider’s...

Patrick Bailey saves the day after SF Giants nearly waste masterful effort from Logan Webb

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:39:48 GMT

SAN FRANCISCO — It took a walk-off home run from Patrick Bailey in extra innings on Sunday for the Giants to salvage one win in their three-game series against their former manager’s new club.The Giants got a masterful performance from Logan Webb, but it was almost all wasted as manager Gabe Kapler pulled his starter with two outs in the ninth inning only for Camilo Doval to allow the Rangers to tie the game and take the lead in the 10th, before Bailey blasted a two-run walk-off homer over the Chevron sign in left field.The Giants won, 3-2, for only the second time in their past eight games, snapping a four-game losing streak.The Giants were one out away from winning in regulation when Kapler emerged from the dugout to a chorus of boos from the sunny afternoon crowd of 35,648. Those quickly turned to cheers as Webb walked off the mound and reversed to another round of voracious boos as Kapler returned to the dugout.It was almost as if they could sense what was about to happen....

‘Barbie’ on track to become highest grossing domestic film of the year

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:39:48 GMT

New York (CNN) — “Barbie” has broken numerous records since its July 21 opening and the summer blockbuster is close to breaking another one.Trailing behind “The Super Mario Bros. Movie” by an estimated $48 million, writer-director Greta Gerwig’s “Barbie” appears destined to gain the top spot for highest grossing domestic film of 2023.“Barbie” raked in a stunning $155 million domestically in its opening weekend and last week joined the $1 billion club in global box office sales – a feat only achieved by about 50 films in history, adjusted for inflation, Paul Dergarabedian, senior media analyst at Comscore, told CNN. While “Pink Fever” has slowed in the last week, tracking site Box Office Mojo estimates “Barbie” earned $33.7 million this weekend to maintain its stronghold in the theaters.The comedy about the iconic doll is estimated to have reached $525 million domestic and nearly $1.2 billion worldwide. “Barbie” took in $10 million Friday alone, earning an average above $11.3 million...

Interactive Maui wildfire map: Before and after images of Lahaina show scale of devastation

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:39:48 GMT

The catastrophic toll of the wildfires that raged across Maui is hard to fathom. Thousands of structures destroyed. More than 90 people killed. Close to $6 billion in suspected damages.Large swaths of Lahaina in West Maui were completely leveled by flames.The images below, taken by orbiting satellites and published on the geographic service Esri, show what Lahaina looked like before and after wildfire wreaked havoc across the town. Drag the square in the middle to toggle between before and after images. Click the plus sign to zoom in, and the minus sign to zoom out.

Video captures mob of robbers swarming Nordstrom in Los Angeles mall

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:39:48 GMT

(KTLA) -- Video captured a mob of thieves swarming a Nordstrom in Canoga Park as they cleared out the store during a destructive robbery on Saturday. Chaos ensued as a large group of masked thieves clad in dark clothing scrambled around the store, grabbing armfuls of designer clothing, purses, accessories and more.LAPD estimated around $60,000 to $100,000 worth of merchandise was taken.Los Angeles police received reports of the mass robbery at the Westfield Topanga mall around 4 p.m. Police said anywhere between 20-50 suspects are believed to be involved, although the exact number has not been confirmed. VIDEO: Car catches fire in San Francisco’s Marina District Video captured a mob of thieves swarming a Nordstrom in Canoga Park as they cleared out the store during a destructive robbery on August 12, 2023. (TNLA)Video captured a mob of thieves swarming a Nordstrom in Canoga Park as they cleared out the store during a destructive robbery on August 12, 2023. (TNLA)Video captured a m...

VIDEO: Car catches fire in San Francisco's Marina District

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:39:48 GMT

SAN FRANCISCO (KRON) -- A car caught on fire Sunday afternoon in San Francisco's Marina District. A Nissan sedan on Lombard and Lyon streets was in flames as fire crews worked to extinguish the blaze.San Francisco Fire Department crews were able to put out the fire before it spread to buildings and other vehicles. It is unknown if anyone was injured. Photos from the scene can be viewed below. Video from the scene can be viewed in the media player above. VIDEO: Cruise cars halt traffic in SF, cite ‘connectivity issues’ linked to Outside Lands festival KRON4 reached out to SFFD for more information about the fire. We are waiting to hear back.

Jessica Pegula routs Liudmila Samsonova in Montreal for 3rd career WTA Tour title

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:39:48 GMT

MONTREAL (AP) — Jessica Pegula routed Liudmila Samsonova 6-1, 6-0 on Sunday to win the National Bank Open for her third career WTA Tour victory.Pegula, the 29-year-old American seeded fourth, topped Samsonova after the 15th-seeded Russian beat third-seeded Elena Rybakina of Kazakhstan 1-6, 6-1, 6-2 earlier Sunday in a rain-delayed semifinal.Pegula won her semifinal Saturday, edging top-ranked Iga Swiatek 6-2, 6-7 (4), 6-4.Pegula also won tour titles in 2019 in Washington and 2022 in Guadalajara. Her parents own the NFL’s Buffalo Bills and NHL’s Buffalo Sabres.___AP tennis: https://apnews.com/hub/tennisSource

Raphinha sent off for elbowing opponent as Barcelona opens title defense with 0-0 draw at Getafe

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:39:48 GMT

MADRID (AP) — Defending Spanish league champion Barcelona couldn’t overcome Raphinha’s first-half red card for elbowing an opponent and was held to a 0-0 draw at Getafe in its opener on Sunday.Raphinha was sent off after hitting Getafe defender Gastón Álvarez on the head with his right elbow while fighting for position in attack in the 42nd minute. Barcelona played a man down until Getafe had Jaime Mata sent off with a second yellow card for a foul on Ronald Araujo in the 57th. Barcelona coach Xavi was sent off in the 70th for arguing with officials over a foul not being called.Barcelona had more reason to complain when it thought it had a penalty kick after Araujo was fouled inside the area nearly 10 minutes into stoppage time, but video review determined that there was a handball by Barcelona midfielder Gavi in the buildup.The match marked the debut of new Barcelona midfielder Ilkay Gundogan after his move from Manchester City in the offseason.Real Madrid won 2-0 at At...