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The principal of a San Bernardino school for students in juvenile detention has been honored with an esteemed award for her services.  Monica Hatcher, the principal of the Central Valley Juvenile Detention and Assessment Center and A.R.I.S.E. Secure Youth Treatment Facility, was presented with the Tim Fitzharris Award, which honors a non-probation professional who has made an extraordinary contribution to corrections, recognizing their impact on individuals, communities and systems of care. Hatcher, whose career in the justice system spans over two decades, showed “dedication to improving the lives of at-risk youth” through transformative programs, according to Chief Probation Officers of California.  “Monica’s leadership and dedication to providing quality education, her constant efforts to enhance technology access and implement innovative learning experiences have left an enduring mark on youth and their families,” said San Bernardino County Chief Probation Officer Tracy Reece. “She is a true gift for San Bernardino County and especially to the youth in our justice system who are working to get their lives turned around.”  Shoplifter inspires new clothing line from Southern California boutique Among the programs Hatcher has instituted include Positive Behavior Intervention

Firefighters responding to a house fire in Norwalk helped rescue multiple cats Tuesday night. The fire was reported around 9:30 p.m. at a home on the 13300 block of Newmire Avenue. Arriving Los Angeles County firefighters found heavy smoke coming from the residence but still managed to rescue the cats and provide oxygen treatment to the animals on-site, freelance media firm KNN reported. Several cats were rescued from a house fire in Norwalk Tuesday night. (KNN) It was unclear exactly how many cats were rescued from the home but video showed firefighters returning to their truck for more oxygen tanks. It was unclear if any residents were injured in the fire. A neighbor told KNN that the property had caught fire in the past but the Fire Department has not confirmed that information.

Hundreds of new laws are set to go into effect in California in the new year. Here are some of the changes coming to a range of issues including medical debt, zoning and drinking alcohol in public spaces. Housing Starting next year, local agencies are required to approve or deny duplex and lot splitting applications within 60 days. If the agency denies the application, it is required to provide a list of what would be needed to fix the application. Applications also can no longer be denied because the agency believes it would “have a specific, adverse impact on the physical environment,” a government bill analysis said. California introduces new ways to turn in bottles and cans for money Gun Law Starting in 2025, sales of firearms between two people that are completed through a dealer are no longer exempt from a law that limits buyers to one application to purchase a handgun every 30 days. Firearms dealers are now required to give gun buyers a pamphlet from the state that “explains the reasons for and risks of owning a firearm.” Labor Employees will be

NYPD update on UnitedHealthcare CEO shooting NYPD gives update on search for gunman in fatal shooting of UnitedHealthcare CEO 14:37 Brian Thompson, the CEO of UnitedHealthcare, was shot to death Wednesday outside the New York Hilton Midtown in Manhattan, where the company was hosting an investor day.  Thompson, 50, was named CEO of UnitedHealthcare, UnitedHealth Group’s insurance arm, in April 2021. He first joined UnitedHealth Group in 2004 and had previously served as CEO of the company’s government programs, including Medicare and retiree coverage, and community and state programs providing Medicaid and other types of coverage to millions of individuals.  In his most recent role as CEO of UnitedHealthcare, he was responsible for leading growth across the company’s global, employer, individual, specialty and government benefits businesses, according to a 2021 company statement announcing his appointment.  Brian Thompson, 50, the CEO of UnitedHealthcare, was shot to death Wednesday outside the New York Hilton in Midtown Manhattan, where the company was hosting an investor day. UnitedHealth Group “Brian’s experience, relationships and values make him especially well-suited to help UnitedHealthcare improve how health care works for consumers, physicians, employers, governments

What to know about impeachment calls for South Korean president in aftermath of martial law chaos – CBS News Watch CBS News South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol is likely to be impeached after declaring martial law and lifting it over about six hours on Tuesday. CBS News foreign correspondent Ramy Inocencio has more. Be the first to know Get browser notifications for breaking news, live events, and exclusive reporting. Not Now Turn On

Harpoon Henry’s, a beloved fixture of Dana Point Harbor since 1975, will close its doors at the end of January 2025, harbor management announced on Tuesday. Robert Mardian, Jr., owner and founder of the upscale seafood restaurant and events venue, informed employees of the decision on November 29. The closure comes as Dana Point Harbor prepares for Phase 3 of a massive redevelopment project, which is set to begin mid-summer 2025 and is projected to be completed by fall 2026.  “We know how much this establishment means to the community, and we encourage everyone to come celebrate the final season with the Harpoon Henry’s team,” said Bryon Ward of Dana Point Harbor Partners in a news release. Managers said the redevelopment will feature seven “architecturally distinctive” buildings totaling nearly 100,000 square feet, 50 new shops and restaurants, outdoor seating and space for pop-up vendors. “It is bittersweet to see a fan favorite choose to close early as we prepare for an improved harbor experience, but we understand balancing current and future business needs and respect each owner’s decision on when its best to wind operations

A British indie rock band that had just embarked on a U.S. tour said they were robbed at gunpoint outside a Starbucks in California on Tuesday. Sports Team, a six-piece London-based alternative rock band, had stopped for coffee when someone alerted them that their van was being ransacked by robbers, according to their latest Instagram post. One of the band members said they went outside to confront the robbers, only for them to “pull out a gun.” “Just been robbed at gun point 10 minutes into the US tour,” the band wrote. (Sports Team had embarked on the U.S. leg of their current tour on Dec. 2, with a show in San Francisco.) Video posted by the band from inside the Starbucks shows what appears to be the thief waving a gun at members of the tour before two people retreat back inside. Southern California teen hits big lottery payout during concert road trip “This is so f—ed up!” one person inside the coffee shop can be heard saying. The thief, according to a statement from the band cited by The Guardian, got away with

Four people who were inside a vehicle being pursued in the High Desert of Southern California were hospitalized after the chase ended in a violent crash.  According to preliminary reports, California Highway Patrol units began pursuing a gray SUV on the 15 Freeway around 11:50 p.m. Tuesday. CHP did not immediately disclose why they were attempting to stop the driver. Initial information indicates the SUV was traveling southbound on the 15 Freeway near Victorville when the driver lost control and careened off the highway, rolling over several times and ejecting all four passengers from the vehicle.  Four people who were inside a vehicle being pursued in the High Desert were hospitalized after the chase ended in a violent crash. Dec. 3, 2024. (KNN) Four people who were inside a vehicle being pursued in the High Desert were hospitalized after the chase ended in a violent crash. Dec. 3, 2024. (KNN) Four people who were inside a vehicle being pursued in the High Desert were hospitalized after the chase ended in a violent crash. Dec. 3, 2024. (KNN) Video from the scene obtained by KTLA shows the aftermath of

Dead & Company are headed back to Sphere. The jam band pairing surviving members of the Grateful Dead with singer-songwriter John Mayer said Wednesday that it will play an 18-show residency at the state-of-the-art dome-shaped venue in Las Vegas next spring, less than a year after the group completed an acclaimed 30-show run there. Scheduled to mark the 10th anniversary of Dead & Company’s formation in 2015, the new Sphere gigs are set to begin March 20 and run through May 17. In addition to Mayer, the group includes Dead veterans Bob Weir on guitar and Mickey Hart on percussion along with bassist Oteil Burbridge, keyboardist Jeff Chimenti and drummer Jay Lane. Dead & Company said in a statement that next year’s shows would feature “updated visuals” on Sphere’s 160,000-square-foot high-resolution video screen. In an interview this past summer with The Times, Weir described the band’s first residency (which concluded in August) as “a work in progress” and said he envisioned more interactivity between the musicians and the crew controlling Sphere’s visual content. “At some point, the tech will evolve to the point where those

Daddy Yankee y su esposa de casi 30 años, Mireddys González, se están divorciando. El cantante del éxito “Gasolina”, quien se retiró de los escenarios el año pasado para dedicar su vida a su fe cristiana, anunció la separación el lunes en su historia de Instagram. “Después de más de dos décadas de matrimonio y tras muchos meses de intentar salvar mi matrimonio, que compartimos mi esposa y yo, hoy mis abogados respondieron a la petición de divorcio recibida de Mireddys”, escribió Yankee en español. Agregó que respeta la decisión de González y que su familia sigue siendo su prioridad. El rapero tiene tres hijos adultos, dos de los cuales comparte con González. “Este no es un momento fácil, pero entiendo que es parte de mi proceso de vida”, agregó, y señaló que era momento de “aceptar y continuar”. El ganador del Latin Grammy y nominado al Grammy calificó su fe en Cristo como su “refugio” y “guía constante” mientras él y González intentaban resolver sus diferencias: “Ahora más que nunca confío en que Dios tiene un propósito para cada etapa de nuestras vidas”. Yankee

Disney+ subscribers will now see an ESPN tile on the streaming service’s homepage, part of Walt Disney Co.’s continued efforts to increase subscribers and reduce churn. Starting Wednesday, bundle subscribers to Disney+, Hulu and ESPN+ will be able to access ESPN content from the Disney+ app. Those who subscribe only to Disney+ will also be able to watch some Hulu and ESPN+ content through the app, including certain live NBA games, the first day of the Australian Open and some “30 for 30” sports documentaries, as well as series and movies such as FX’s Emmy-winning “Shogun,” crime procedural “Will Trent” and the film “Dawn of the Planet of the Apes.” The idea, Disney officials said, is to whet people’s appetites and encourage upgrades to the full bundle. “There are opportunities to use the sampling experiences [as] lead-in to a more fulsome experience,” said Alisa Bowen, president of Disney+. The addition of ESPN content to Disney+ is similar to the roll-out of the Hulu tile earlier this year. By integrating all three of its streaming services into one platform, Disney is betting that a more seamless

How to avoid ticket scams during concert and holiday show season – CBS News Watch CBS News Americans lost over $2.3 million to online ticket scams this year, according to the FBI. Lucas Gutterman from U.S. Public Interest Research Group shares tips to protect yourself. Be the first to know Get browser notifications for breaking news, live events, and exclusive reporting. Not Now Turn On