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Two California Highway Patrol officers were injured when they used their patrol vehicle to stop a DUI suspect traveling in the wrong direction on the 10 Freeway in Pomona Thursday morning. The events began just before 2:30 a.m. as a vehicle was traveling westbound in the eastbound lanes on the 10 Freeway near Milliken Avenue in Rancho Cucamonga. Officers were dispatched to stop the driver who was “creating a hazardous situation for oncoming traffic,” the CHP stated in a news release. A traffic break was put in place on the eastbound 10 just east of the 57 Freeway in Pomona as the suspect continued heading in the wrong direction. A motorist suspected of DUI is detained following a wrong-way incident on the 10 Freeway in Pomona on Nov. 7, 2024. (KNN) “Officers used their patrol vehicle to intentionally collide with the wrong-way driver’s vehicle, successfully causing it to spin out. The wrong-way vehicle then struck another civilian vehicle before coming to a complete stop,” the CHP stated. The impact also caused the patrol vehicle to hit the concrete center divider, injuring the two officers who

A combination of unique weather conditions created the perfect “environmental recipe” for the Mountain Fire to spread quickly in Ventura County, destroying a still-undetermined number of homes, incident commanders said at a news briefing Thursday morning. The fire broke out around 9:30 a.m. Wednesday near Balcom Canyon Road and Bradley Road, just north of State Route 118. What was initially reported as a 50-acre brush fire rapidly turned into a full-blown wildfire that raced through agricultural areas and neighborhoods in Somis and Camarillo Heights. At a news conference in Ventura Thursday morning, officials didn’t update the acreage of the fire – still 14,500 acres based on the most recent mapping. They did, however, share additional insight into the factors that combined to produce such a devastating blaze. “We know we’re coming off of two years of above-average rainfall, which gives us a very robust grass component,” said Los Angeles County Assistant Fire Chief Drew Smith. “Those fine fuels that are receptive to warm, dry [conditions] support the right recipe to promote large fire growth when we have high winds.” Officials said there was still no

We may receive commissions from some links to products on this page. Promotions are subject to availability and retailer terms. Interest rates on home loans could fall again now that the Fed has issued another rate cut. Getty Images For the second time in three months, the Federal Reserve issued a cut to its federal funds rate on Thursday. Now at a range between 4.50% to 4.75%, the rate is down 75 basis points from where it was on September 1. And, if inflation continues to decline, it could fall even further when the Fed meets again in December in its final meeting of 2024. While not great news for savers who have been accustomed to high rates on select savings accounts , this is generally welcome news for borrowers who have had to pay more for mortgages, credit cards and more. Mortgage rates , in particular, surged last year to their highest level since 2000 but have since come down alongside inflation. But it’s been a bumpy ride back to the bottom in recent weeks. What, then, does this latest Fed rate cut mean

We may receive commissions from some links to products on this page. Promotions are subject to availability and retailer terms. Interest rate cuts may not offer the relief to borrowers that a robust debt forgiveness plan can. Getty Images Interest rates are coming down again. That was the big economic news on Thursday after the Federal Reserve issued another cut to its federal funds rate. Now at a range between 4.50% and 4.75%, Thursday’s 25 basis reduction wasn’t as big as September’s half a percentage point cut was. But it’s still a step in the right direction for borrowers, many of whom have contended with elevated rates on a variety of products for much of the last two and half years. That’s been particularly true for credit card users and it’s been especially painful considering that the average American has around $8,000 in credit card debt right now. And while any reduction in rates is welcome against this backdrop, even in relatively small increments, it may not offer the major relief that many borrowers actually need right now.  In these circumstances, credit card debt forgiveness

Scammers target job seekers Scammers target job seekers 03:03 Between finding openings, sending out your resume and interviewing, looking for a job is tough. Now a growing trend of scammers impersonating recruiters is making it even harder. In the last year, job scams have been on the rise, according to Eva Velasquez, president and CEO of the Identity Theft Resource Center, a nonprofit that helps consumers when their identities are compromised. Because most job seekers turn to online platforms for employment, scammers impersonate companies and recruiters to trick people into giving them money or personal information. “We’ve really seen tremendous growth in job scams,” Velasquez said. “I think that’s just due to the fact that we fundamentally changed the way we recruit and hire people.” It happened to Tehseen Islam, a 28-year-old quality assurance analyst. She had been looking for a job for a few months when she finally got an offer from a well-known marketing technology company. Or at least she thought she did. How to stand out in job interview 06:55 After a weeklong process that included an online form with interview screening questions, Islam

Federal Reserve cuts interest rate Federal Reserve cuts interest rate for second time in 2024 05:31 The Federal Reserve on Thursday announced its second interest rate cut of 2024, trimming its benchmark rate by 0.25 percentage points amid cooling inflation. The expected move by the U.S. central bank provides additional relief to millions of Americans grappling with high borrowing costs.  The Fed cut, half the size of its September reduction , lowers the federal funds rate — the interest rate banks charge each other for short-term loans — to a range of 4.5% to 4.75% from its current 4.75% to 5% level. The announcement marks the Fed’s first interest rate decision since President-elect Donald Trump secured another term in the White House  following the Nov. 5 election. In  exit polls  on Tuesday, many voters reported that they’re still hurting from the sharpest inflation in 40 years and expressed dissatisfaction with the nation’s economic trajectory.  Inflation remains “somewhat elevated” Although inflation has since cooled and now hovers just above the Fed’s goal of a 2% annual rate, prices remain high, while elevated borrowing costs have also

The Downtown SLO Farmers Market is hosting a Veterans Day Celebration on Thursday, Nov. 7, with a variety of veterans resources. The event will be held on Broad Street between Higuera and Monterey streets in San Luis Obispo from 6-8:30 pm. The County of San Luis Obispos Veterans Services Office (VSO) will be present along with other organizations offering financial, medical, employment, housing organizations, counseling, VA resources, senior, mental health, and other general resources for veterans and their families. We are excited to continue offering this yearly outreach event at the downtown farmers market to connect our communitys veterans with resource providers across the County, said Morgan Boyd, San Luis Obispo County Veterans Services Officer. There will be food and music provided by the country western music group, The Shawn Clark Family Band. The Veterans Day Farmers Market Celebration was first held in 2009. It is a free, family-friendly celebration hosted by the Downtown SLO Association.

From 1:30 to 3 p.m., students will get to enjoy food, meet with other first-generation classmates and hear from Santa maria City Councilmember Gloria Soto. The day will honor students, staff and faculty who are first in their family to pursue a four-year undergraduate degree in the United States.

El jueves, los bomberos luchaban por contener un incendio forestal de rápido avance en el condado de Ventura que ya había destruido numerosas casas y obligado a miles de personas a evacuar, y se pronosticaba que los vientos peligrosos que alimentaban esas llamas continuarían hasta el viernes. Los vientos extremos de Santa Ana ayudaron a impulsar varios incendios en toda la región, pero el incendio de Mountain explotó el miércoles y arrasó las comunidades de las colinas alrededor de Camarillo y Moorpark. Para el jueves por la mañana, el incendio estaba catalogado en 14,500 acres sin contención, según el Departamento de Silvicultura y Protección contra Incendios de California, pero después de una noche activa, su huella real es probablemente mucho mayor, dijeron los funcionarios. Sigue sin estar claro exactamente cuántas casas se han perdido, pero la devastación fue evidente a lo largo de las calles de la ladera donde ardían las cáscaras quemadas de las estructuras. El jueves temprano se emitieron órdenes de evacuación adicionales para los residentes de Santa Paula, ubicada justo al norte del río Santa Clara. El incendio del miércoles se había

Un bombero camina entre los escombros después de que el incendio de Mountain, impulsado por el viento, destruyera varias casas en Old Coach Drive en Camarillo. (Gina Ferazzi/Los Angeles Times) Un incendio forestal de rápido avance alimentado por fuertes vientos arrasaba una comunidad al noroeste de Los Ángeles por segundo día el jueves después de destruir docenas de casas y obligar a miles de residentes a huir cuando aumentó de tamaño en solo unas pocas horas. El incendio de Mountain provocó órdenes de evacuación el miércoles para más de 10,000 personas, ya que amenazaba 3,500 estructuras en comunidades suburbanas, ranchos y áreas agrícolas alrededor de Camarillo, California, dijo el gobernador Gavin Newsom en un comunicado. El incendio ha quemado más de 14,000 acres y está contenido al 0%. (Wally Skalij/Los Angeles Times) El incendio de Mountain creció en tamaño y provocó órdenes de evacuación para más de 10.000 personas en comunidades suburbanas, ranchos y áreas agrícolas alrededor de Camarillo. (Gina Ferazzi/Los Angeles Times) Los residentes se consuelan unos a otros después de que el incendio de Mountain, impulsado por el viento, destruyera su casa y

Breakdancing won’t be an Olympic sport in 2028. And even if it was, the woman who is arguably the world’s most famous B-girl would not participate. Rachael Gunn, the Australian breakdancer better known as Raygun, said this week she will no longer take part in elite competitions after being widely mocked for her unorthodox routines at the Paris Games this year. During an appearance on Australia radio’s “The Jimmy & Nath Show” on Tuesday, Gunn was asked if she’d ever want to compete in the Olympics again. “No,” she laughed. “Noooo! No!” The 37-year-old university lecturer said that her competitive breakdancing days are over. “I still break, but I don’t compete,” she said. “I’m not gonna compete anymore. No. No.” That wasn’t the plan going into the Olympics, Gunn said. She represented her country at the World Breaking Championships from 2021 to. 2023 and qualified for the Paris Games by winning the Oceania Breaking Championships in October 2023. In Paris, however, Gunn was outscored by her opponents 54-0 and did not advance past the first round. Her unconventional dance moves, particularly one in which she

As temperatures begin to drop, we welcome the arrival of the cozy season — a time that ignites a craving for captivating readings. Whether nestled on the couch or tucked in bed, there’s something uniquely comforting about indulging in a good book or an intriguing story while savoring your favorite hot beverage. To embrace the inviting atmosphere this month, author and creative writing professor Luis Jaramillo shared with De Los his new book, “The Witches of El Paso,” a captivating coming-of-age novel that takes readers on a back-and-forth journey across time and generations. It follows the story of two women, Nena and Marta, who aim to escape their challenging realities in different stages of life, from 1940 to the present, by using their abilities to interact with “La Vista,” a mighty source of magic, accompanied by an aquelarre (coven) of nuns from a secretive convent. Jaramillo has lived in New York City for the past 25 years, but his roots trace back to Salinas, Calif. — a farming community known for its production of strawberries and grapes. Growing up, his father worked as a lawyer

Pink’s Hot Dogs is celebrating its 85th anniversary with star-studded celebrity appearances and limited-time deals on chili hot dogs. Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass will kick off the celebration on Friday, Nov. 8, followed by appearances from actor George Lopez on Saturday, Nov. 9, comedian Gabriel “Fluffy” Iglesias on Sunday, Nov. 10 and Henry Winkler on Monday, Nov. 11. Another celebrity appearance will be announced on Saturday, Pink’s said in a news release. The famous hot dog stand, located at Pink’s Square, on the corner of La Brea and Melrose Ave, will also host “Chili Dogs for Charity.” During the event, guests can get chili hot dogs for 85 cents for 85 minutes starting at 8:05 p.m. each night from Nov. 8-12 to celebrate the milestone. Richard Pink, his wife Gloria Pink, and his sister Beverly Pink will donate 100% of the gross proceeds from these sales to a different charity each night, with a minimum donation of $5,000 per night. “From our humble beginnings as a pushcart to becoming a Hollywood landmark, Pink’s has always been about family, community, and delicious hot dogs. This

An unidentified person who was trying to help two victims of a violent crash that left one man dead and another critically wounded in Reseda was also hospitalized Thursday morning, officials said. The two-car collision involving trapped victims was reported on Sherman Way just east of Corbin Avenue around 8:30 a.m., the Los Angeles Fire Department confirmed. Emergency responders determined two patients inside the wrecked vehicles required extrication. Emergency crews respond to a fatal crash in Reseda on Nov. 7, 2024. (Citizen) One victim, described as a 25-year-old man was “sadly beyond medical help and determined deceased on scene,” the Fire Department said. The second victim, a 40-year-old male was transported to a hospital in critical condition. The Fire Department said that a third patient, who was at the scene trying to help extricate the victims before the arrival of first responders, was also taken to the hospital. The extent of the person’s injuries was unclear but the Fire Department said they were not life-threatening. The cause of the crash was under investigation.

Shaboozey on journey to stardom Shaboozey on his journey from underground to stardom 09:02 Shaboozey’s “A Bar Song” has skyrocketed to the top of the Billboard Hot 100, marking a milestone for the artist who is known for blending country and hip-hop. Shaboozey, born Collins Obinna Chibueze, has taken the music world by storm this year. Recently named to Time’s 100 Next List and nominated for two CMA Awards, the rising star is seeing his hard work pay off. “I definitely dreamed of all of this stuff, but it seemed very impossible, you know?” he said. Raised in Woodbridge, Virginia, Shaboozey grew up as the son of Nigerian immigrants. He said his classmates often mispronounced his name. One nickname, “Shaboozey,” stuck, and he embraced it as his stage name. But his journey hasn’t been easy. He once shoveled snow in a storm just to buy a plane ticket to Los Angeles to pursue his dreams.  “How I got here is like nothing short of like a miracle, you know?” he said. Shaboozey’s journey to fame Shaboozey’s big break came when Beyoncé featured him twice on

11/7: CBS Morning News 11/7: CBS Morning News 20:45 Nearly 600,000 GoveeLife and Govee smart electric space heaters sold online by retailers including Amazon and TikTok Shop are being recalled because they can overheat, posing fire and burn hazards, federal safety officials said Thursday. The recall follows 113 reports of the made-in-China products overheating, including seven fires and one minor burn injury, according to a notice posted by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission.  Recalled smart electric space heater model number H7133. U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission About 512,500 of the recalled heaters were sold in the U.S. and roughly 48,600 were sold in Canada for between $30 and $150 from September 2021 through September 2024. Consumers should stop using the space heaters immediately and contact the importing company for a refund. The recall involves GoveeLife and Govee brand’s electric smart space heaters with the following model numbers: H7130 (including the H7130101 variation), H7131, H7132, H7133, H7134 and H7135. The model number can be found on the manufacturer’s label on the bottom of each unit.  Recalled smart electric heater model number H7130.  GroveeLife GoveeLife or Govee can

By Alexander Tin Edited By Paula Cohen November 7, 2024 / 12:32 PM EST / CBS News FDA panel: Common decongestant doesn’t work FDA panel says decongestant in many cold medicines doesn’t work 03:46 The Food and Drug Administration announced Wednesday that it would seek to pull a widely used ingredient in cough and cold medicines from the market, after the agency’s scientists concluded that the oral version of the drug is ineffective as a nasal decongestant. The FDA’s proposal comes more than a year after the agency’s outside advisers voted against continued use of the ingredient, called oral phenylephrine, citing concerns with the initial data used to support its approval and new data questioning its effectiveness. A number of common over-the-counter nasal decongestants have relied on phenylephrine alone or in combination with other ingredients for years, including some cold and cough versions of Advil, NyQuil, Sudafed, Robitussin, Tylenol and Theraflu. “Based on our review of available data, and consistent with the advice of the advisory committee, we are taking this next step in the process to propose removing oral phenylephrine because it is not

By Anna Noryskiewicz November 7, 2024 / 12:14 PM EST / CBS News Intel chiefs on China, Russia and Iran threat China, Russia and Iran among top U.S. threats, intel chiefs say 01:56 Berlin — German authorities have detained a U.S. citizen on suspicion of attempting to pass sensitive information about American military operations in Germany to Chinese intelligence agencies. The suspect has been identified only as Martin D., under German privacy laws. He is a 37-year-old former civilian contractor employed by the U.S. military who was arrested by the German Federal Criminal Police Office (BKA) Thursday morning in Frankfurt, according to the Federal Prosecutor’s Office. The case is being investigated by the federal prosecutor’s office, which ordered the arrest on a warrant issued on Oct. 30 by a federal judge. “Due to a pressing suspicion, the accused stands charged with offering himself as an agent to a foreign intelligence service,” the prosecutor’s office said in a statement Thursday.  Martin D. is accused of contacting Chinese government authorities earlier this year, offering to share confidential information he acquired during his work with the U.S. military in

The “Jeopardy!” contestant who received an in-show apology because of a “problematic” clue has responded to the flap. The clue in question came from a famous Dorothy Parker quote, “Men seldom make passes at girls who wear glasses,” and contestants were asked to complete the latter part of the maxim for the rhyming-phrase category. Heather Ryan, a bespectacled health director from upstate New York, said the Oct. 28 clue made people uncomfortable. “It is definitely an odd choice,” Ryan told Binghamton University newspaper Pipe Dream. “I think it made everybody in the audience and on stage, and [host] Ken Jennings too, a little uncomfortable. It was like, ‘Oh, that was unexpected.’ ” When game-design director Will Wallace correctly completed the quote, Jennings immediately called the answer “a little problematic,” turning to Ryan and saying, “Sorry, Heather.” Some “Jeopardy!” viewers took issue with the line’s appearance, branding it as sexist in online discourse. The saying — believed to be a witticism about Parker’s own romantic foibles — has been used on the show in some form at least a dozen times since 1985, according to the

Launching his first salvo less than 36 hours after former President Trump was again elected to the White House, Gov. Gavin Newsom on Thursday convened a special session of the state Legislature to increase legal funding to defend civil rights, climate change, access to abortion, disaster funding and other California policies from a conservative federal agenda before the inauguration in January. Newsom’s preemptive strike signals the return of the hostile relationship between Democratic-controlled California and the Trump administration that was a hallmark of the Republican’s first term. “The freedoms we hold dear in California are under attack — and we won’t sit idle,” Newsom said in a statement. “California has faced this challenge before, and we know how to respond. We are prepared to fight in the courts, and we will do everything necessary to ensure Californians have the support and resources they need to thrive.” The new special session provides an early look at Newsom’s plan to wage an aggressive and highly visible campaign to shield California from the Trump White House while leading Democrats in the culture wars against the Republican Party. In

As the Mountain Fire destroyed homes and evacuated hundreds in Ventura County, many residents had to make tough decisions about what valuables to take with them. For one resident, that choice was easy. KTLA captured him on camera, rescuing a thoroughbred from a ranch. He told KTLA that he wound up rescuing two donkeys and a mini horse in addition to that thoroughbred. A man saved his animals, including a thoroughbred horse, as the Mountain Fire raged on in Ventura County on Wednesday. (KTLA) It wasn’t clear where he took them, but a large animal evacuation center has been established at the Ventura County Fairgrounds, 10 E. Harbor Boulevard, Ventura. A small animal evacuation center is at Ventura County Animal Services. That’s located at 600 Aviation Drive, Camarillo.