San Diego

Video captures North Park pedestrian crash, adds to intersection worries

SAN DIEGO (KGTV) — Surveillance cameras have captured another pedestrian collision at a North Park intersection that some have described as the most dangerous in the area. The latest incident occurred a few weeks ago at the four-way stop where Ray Street dead-ends onto Upas Street and 30th Street, according to Liz Saba, who owns a jewelry store at the intersection. “It was a loud noise, a crashing sound, a thump — pretty loud,” Saba said. The cameras showed a pedestrian in the crosswalk being hit by a car heading east on Upas Street. “The pedestrian flies over the hood of the guy’s car. His shoes are on the ground,” Saba said. Remarkably, police reported the pedestrian suffered only minor injuries. This is not the first time Saba’s cameras have recorded a collision at the intersection. In December 2023, the footage showed a driver appearing to run a stop sign and hitting a motorcyclist, who was okay. Saba herself was a victim of a crash at the intersection in March 2020, which left her with nerve and tendon injuries. “It’s almost a calamity of horns

San Diego

Four people charged following federal raid at El Cajon business

Federal authorities have charged four people in connection with an immigration-related investigation at San Diego Powder and Protective Coatings, an East County business. EL CAJON, Calif. — Federal authorities have charged four people in connection with an immigration-related investigation at San Diego Powder and Protective Coatings, an East County business. Among those charged is the company’s general manager, John Washburn, who allegedly employed undocumented workers and allowed them to live inside the business’s warehouse. Black-and-white photos provided by the government show a makeshift living space inside the facility, with three beds and household items. Authorities allege that approximately 15 employees, or about a third of the company’s workforce, lacked legal authorization to work in the United States. Three other men were charged with providing false information regarding their immigration status to secure employment. If convicted, they all, including Washburn, face up to 10 years in prison. Eyewitnesses Describe the Raid One day after Homeland Security Investigation (HSI) agents raided the business, eyewitnesses and family members of those detained shared their accounts with ABC 10News. “I was shocked when I heard the news,” said Ted Nelson

Los Angeles

Suspect in Lake Elsinore Shooting Arrested

A 19-year-old man suspected of attempted murder in a possibly gang-releated shooting in Lake Elsinore has been arrested, the Riverside County Sheriff’s Office announced Friday. Deputies from the Lake Elsinore Sheriff’s Station were dispatched to the 600 block of West Lakeshore Drive around 12:30 a.m. Saturday regarding a shooting, where a victim was discovered with multiple gunshot wounds, according to the Riverside County Sheriff’s Office. A second gunshot victim arrived at a hospital shortly later for treatment, which investigators later determined was related to the initial reported shooting, the sheriff’s office reported. Sheriff’s officials stated that Lake Elsinore Investigation Bureau detectives responded to the crime scene to assist with the investigation and determined the shooting was possibly gang-related. The investigation was then assumed by Lake Elsinore Station Special Enforcement Team personnel with the assistance of deputies from the Region 4 Gang Task Force, who later identified the attempted murder suspect as Kenyelo Centeno-Guzman of Lake Elsinore. Investigators executed a residential search warrant Thursday, resulting in the arrest of Centeno-Guzman, who was booked into the Cois Byrd Detention Center on suspicion of attempted murder and possession

Los Angeles

Suspect in Homeland Sexual Assault Arrested

A 28-year-old man suspected of sexually assaulting a woman in Homeland was taken into custody after running away from deputies, authorities announced Friday. Deputies from the Perris Sheriff’s Station were dispatched to the 26000 block of Homeland Avenue around 1:30 p.m. Thursday, according to the Riverside County Sheriff’s Office. Deputies located Victor Peral outside his residence in the 26000 block of Homeland Avenue after searching in the area, but Peral ran from deputies. He was eventually located by deputies and taken into custody. Sheriff’s officials stated that the Perris Sheriff’s Station Investigations Bureau assumed the investigation and a search warrant was later executed at Peral’s residence. Peral was booked into the Crois Byrd Detention Center on suspicion of sexual assault and resisting arrest. Anyone with additional information regarding the case was urged to call Perris Sheriff’s Station Lead Investigator Brett Rooker at 951-210-1000 or Riverside County sheriff’s dispatch at 951-776-1099.

San Diego

The Bucket List Family throws out first pitch during opening weekend

SAN DIEGO (FOX 5/KUSI) — Opening weekend is in full swing and baseball traditions are back in action! During opening night, Hall of Famer Trevor Hoffman threw out the ceremonial first pitch for the Padres. To begin the second game of the season, the Padres picked The Bucket List Family to throw out the first pitch. The Bucket List Family consists of Garrett and Jessica Gee, with their three kids, Dorothy, Manilla and Calihan. In 2015, when Dorothy was just two-years-old, and Manilla wasn’t even one year old, the Gee family sold everything and started travelling around the globe. In the ten years, the family of travel journalists have documented their journey across social media and have gained millions of followers, who live vicariously through their trips of a lifetime. From around the globe, their latest adventure brought them from where they have semi-settled with a home base in Hawaii, to America’s Finest City. “I think as a family together we’re at about 95 countries,” Garrett Gee said. “It’s been on my personal bucket list to eventually have them out to America’s number one ballpark

San Diego

Girl dies after dental surgery under anesthesia in North County

VISTA, Calif. (FOX 5/KUSI) — A nine-year-old girl died last week after dental surgery in Vista. On March 18, the child underwent dental surgery involving anesthesia, moved to a recovery room and then was discharged from the facility, according to San Diego police. Authorities say the girl remained asleep during her ride home and when she was brought to her bed. Federal agents conduct operation in unincorporated El Cajon Her family checked on her throughout the day when they found her unresponsive in bed and called 911. First responders performed lifesaving measures on her while being transported to Rady Children’s Hospital Emergency Department, where she was later pronounced dead. The cause and manner of her death are pending at this time. The girl, whose name is being withheld due to her being a minor, lived under the care of her mother in San Diego.

Los Angeles

Former Southern California elementary school teacher sentenced in child porn case

A former Southern California elementary school teacher was sentenced to prison for possessing hundreds of child sex abuse material. Steven Pilar, 47, of Las Vegas, formerly worked as a fifth grade teacher at the Hacienda La Puente Unified School District in the San Gabriel Valley school, according to the U.S. Attorney’s Office. In February and April of 2020, while living in Victorville, Pilar used BitTorrent, a digital file-sharing software, to download videos and images of child pornography from the web and onto his computer. Prosecutors said he received and downloaded around 444 videos and images containing children engaging in sexually explicit conduct and “knowingly possessed the videos for a time before deleting them.” In April 2020, Pilar was arrested on state charges, which were later dropped so a federal case could be pursued, officials said. In August 2024, he was charged with two counts of receiving child pornography and two counts of possessing child pornography. In December 2024, he pleaded guilty to one count of possession of child pornography. Steven Victor Pilar is seen in a photo released by the San Bernardino County Sheriff’s Department

Bay Area

How Hemp Helps You Sleep

By Amy Hansen, The Fresh Toast Not everyone has access to marijuana to help them sleep – good news, hemp is available. It’s estimated 50 to 70 million Canadian and American adults experience sleep disorders or disturbances, and about one-third of adults don’t regularly get the recommended amount. Hemp has emerged as a promising natural remedy for those seeking better sleep. With its calming properties and potential to address various sleep-related issues, hemp-derived products are gaining popularity among individuals looking to improve their rest. Here is how hemp helps you sleep. Hemp contains several compounds contributing to better sleep quality. Cannabidiol (CBD), a non-psychoactive component of hemp, has shown potential in promoting relaxation and reducing anxiety, which can often interfere with a good night’s rest. Studies suggest that CBD may help individuals fall asleep faster and experience fewer sleep disturbances throughout the night. When formulated and used properly, preliminary research and user reports suggest that hemp gummies improve subjective sleep quality. Users of quality hemp sleep gummies report feeling more rested, a better quality of sleep and fewer awakenings in the night. However, clinical research has shown that

Bay Area

San Jose police officers cleared in fatal shooting last September

SAN JOSE — Four police officers acted lawfully when they shot and killed an armed man outside a San Jose convenience store last September, according to prosecutors. In a report released Friday, the Santa Clara County District Attorney’s Office said 50-year-old Roberto Rivera Jr. gave officers no other choice but to use lethal force when he refused to drop a semiautomatic handgun he was carrying and aimed it at them. On the night of Sept. 8, Rivera sent suicidal group texts to his family, walked into a taqueria on Senter Road and fired several rounds into the ceiling, according to prosecutors. Just prior to opening fire, Rivera told patrons, “Everyone here is about to get U-Visas,” an immigration status that is sometimes given to violent crime victims, prosecutors said. He then walked out of the taqueria and into a parking lot, where he shot a driver in the neck, according to prosecutors. Afterward, Rivera walked toward Senter Road but stopped in front of a 7-Eleven as four police cars arrived at the scene. Rivera, facing half a dozen armed officers to his right and left

Sacramento

‘I’ll feel it for a while’: Curry details pelvic injury after returning to Warriors

NEW ORLEANS — The pelvic contusion that knocked Steph Curry out for the prior two games before he returned to life the Warriors over New Orleans didn’t bother him, but he did feel it all game. “I’ll feel it for a while, but I can play — I can’t make it worse,” Curry said. He doesn’t know how long it’ll take for the discomfort to completely subside. When asked if it perks up more on lateral movement, or with explosive actions, the two-time MVP said, “pretty much everything.” Still, Curry isn’t concerned about the lingering injury’s effects. “It’s not at a level where I’m out there worried about it,” Curry said after the Warriors’ 111-95 win. “As long as I don’t fall, I’ll be fine.” Even if the pain isn’t relieved, that’s a relief for the Warriors (42-31), who have to regain their swagger — and shooting stroke — with nine games left as they fight to avoid the play-in round. This latest injury piles onto a string of nagging ailments Curry has dealt with this season. He has tweaked his ankle twice, toughed through

Bay Area

Lafayette man convicted of holding family hostage

MARTINEZ — A 34-year-old Lafayette man is facing a possible life sentence after a jury found him guilty of holding a family hostage in their apartment, according to prosecutors. On Thursday, a jury convicted Kenneth McIsaac on multiple felony charges, including two counts of kidnapping to commit robbery, two counts of kidnapping for ransom, first-degree residential robbery, child abuse, false imprisonment and criminal threats, the Contra Costa County District Attorney’s Office said in a news release. The harrowing incident happened on Sept. 24, 2022. As a mother and her children returned from the pool in their apartment complex, McIsaac followed them into their unit, shut the door and announced he was there to rob them, according to prosecutors. He also lifted his shirt to reveal what appeared to be a gun that was later found to be a replica. The mother called for her husband, who entered the living room. Prosecutors said McIsaac then forced the family to the floor, retrieved kitchen knives, and handed the mother duct tape to tie up her husband and children before binding her himself. For more than four hours

Bay Area

The Impact of 4/20 on Cannabis Legalization Efforts

April 20th, commonly known as 4/20, has evolved from an underground counterculture reference to a significant day of activism, public demonstration, and policy advocacy for cannabis legalization. While its origins trace back to a group of California high school students in the 1970s who used “420” as a code for smoking marijuana, the date has since grown into a powerful symbol in the fight for cannabis reform. Public demonstrations and rallies held on 4/20 have historically provided a platform for advocates to voice their support for cannabis legalization. These events, often drawing thousands of participants, bring attention to issues such as criminal justice reform, medical marijuana access, and economic opportunities tied to cannabis industries. Cities like Denver, San Francisco, and Vancouver have become hubs for these celebrations, where activists push for policy changes alongside festivities. The impact of 4/20 on legislative progress is evident. Colorado and Washington, both of which have hosted large-scale 4/20 events, were among the first states to legalize recreational cannabis in 2012. According to a 2021 Pew Research Center survey, 91% of Americans supported some form of cannabis legalization, a stark

Los Angeles

Death toll in Myanmar earthquake nears 700, with hundreds more injured

Updated on: March 29, 2025 / 1:32 AM EDT / CBS/AP Search for survivors after Thailand-Myanmar quakes Search for survivors after Thailand-Myanmar earthquakes topple buildings 02:17 Bangkok — The death toll from a powerful 7.7 magnitude earthquake in Myanmar jumped to nearly 700 on Saturday as more bodies were pulled from the rubble of the scores of buildings that collapsed when it struck near the country’s second-largest city. State-run television MRTV reported that 694 people have now been found dead and another 1,670 injured, with 68 others missing, according to a statement from the military-led government. The same figures were also reported by the independent news site The Irrawaddy.  Myanmar is in the throes of a prolonged and bloody civil war, which is already responsible for a massive humanitarian crisis. It makes movement around the country both difficult and dangerous, complicating relief efforts and raising fears that the death toll could still rise precipitously. A car is crushed under a collapsed building in Mandalay on March 28, 2025, after an earthquake in central Myanmar. A powerful earthquake rocked central Myanmar on March 28, buckling roads

Sacramento

Fresno man sentenced for deadly 2021 shooting after plea agreement

Saturday, March 29, 2025 3:12AM Soccorro Madrigal was sentenced in a Fresno county courtroom Friday for shooting and killing 21-year-old Brandon Catano back in 2021. FRESNO, Calif. (KFSN) — Socorro Madrigal was sentenced in a Fresno County courtroom Friday for shooting and killing 21-year-old Brandon Catano back in 2021. It was a year where there were over 70 homicides across the city of Fresno. The sentencing comes after the known gang member took a plea deal. “The plea agreement and stipulation of the party was for the defendant to receive no more than — or to receive the midterm, which would be double for a strike prior, and the aggravated total term, added on to 12022.5(a) enhancement at the aggravated term of that triad would add 10 years, created a total term of 22 years,” said Fresno County Superior Court Judge John. F. Vogt. Investigators say a fight broke out at a central Fresno apartment complex before Catano was shot and killed. Detectives say Madrigal also shot a 23-year-old, and a 17-year-old was stabbed, but they both survived. Family members of the victim were not

Sacramento

How a support group for cancer patients is giving people hope and strength

Saturday, March 29, 2025 2:02AM A cancer support group in northeast Fresno is giving those battling cancer strength and hope. FRESNO, Calif. (KFSN) — January 2023 changed Sandra Manro’s life. “I have stage four metastatic breast cancer that metastasized in my spine and brain,” said Manro. “We found it because I fell and I had a fracture.” Manro’s cancer was discovered through scans and the news of her diagnosis not only shocked her but also left some uncertainty. “It’s scary, it’s isolating, fearful,” said Manro, “it’s an unknown journey.” Robin Mathews-Johnson was diagnosed with cancer after feeling herself getting sick in June of last year. “When you have this kind of diagnosis, it changes your life,” said Mathews-Johnson. “You can’t look at your life the same way.” Mathews-Johnson is a pastor with United Methodist and has supported those who have gone through tough times like a cancer diagnosis. Being on the other side was something new. Not only did she need to figure out how to treat the illness, but also how to cope. “After the treatments started, it takes a while before you can

Sacramento

Snow levels slightly below average but Valley farmers are hopeful

FRESNO COUNTY, Calif. (KFSN) — A water forecast for the future. On Friday, crews from the California Department of Water Resources conducted a manual snow survey at the Phillips Station near Sacramento. “Our survey here today recorded a snow depth of 39.5 inches and a water content of 17 inches, and this represents 70% of the April 1 average,” says Andy Reising, Department of Water Resources Snow Survey Manager. The state’s overall snowpack currently sits at 90% while central California is seeing about 83%. This measurement is critical as the snow translates to runoff that will flow in rivers and fill reservoirs. Though a promising picture, the reading is still slightly below average. “It’s a decent year. It’s not a bad year. It’s a decent year,” says Steven Haugen, Kings River Water Association Water Master. The Kings River Water Association manages an average annual runoff of 1.7 million acre feet of water from the Sierras, which is distributed to parts of Fresno, Kings, and Tulare Counties. Watermaster Steven Haugen says his team is using new technologies like the NASA air observation tool to get a