Triple murder trial continues with new evidence, photos of first crime scene

Wednesday, April 17, 2024 1:28AM Photos of a red car and other evidence took center stage as crime scene investigators revealed new details in the Andrew Hammond triple murder trial. FRESNO COUNTY, Calif. (KFSN) — Photos of a red car and other evidence took center stage at the Fresno County Courthouse on Tuesday as crime scene investigators revealed new details in the Andrew Hammond triple murder trial. “Those are marking bullet holes, one at each letter card,” Fresno Police Department Crime Scene Technician Virginia Cavazos said. “We use black dusting power to try and locate any fingerprints.” Prosecutors say evidence from the car incriminates Hammond. He now faces three murder charges for the deaths of Fernando Gonzales, Steven Rice, and Brandon Munoz. The men each died in separate shootings between 2020 and 2022. Prosecutors say Hammond was behind them all. The 28-year-old appeared calm and even friendly in court, but the deputy district attorney says Hammond has a bad temper. “When the defendant, Andrew Hammond, feels that he’s been disrespected,” Deputy District Attorney Kelly Smith said Monday, (it) results in the death of not one

‘Amor Eterno’ and ‘El Cantante’ to be added to National Recording Registry

Juan Gabriel’s “Amor Eterno” and Héctor Lavoe’s “El Cantante” will be safeguarded for posterity, the Library of Congress announced Tuesday. The two tracks are among the 25 “audio treasures” selected for induction into the National Recording Registry based on their “importance in the nation’s recorded sound heritage.” Established in 2000, the registry is a collection of 650 audio recordings preserved by the Library of Congress that are deemed to be “culturally, historically, or aesthetically significant.” Among these year’s picks are Bill Withers’ “Ain’t No Sunshine,” Blondie’s “Parallel Lines” and Green Day’s “Dookie.” For “Amor Eterno” and “El Cantante,” their cultural importance to Latinx communities stretches back decades. Gabriel, the iconic Mexican singer-songwriter who died in 2016 at age 66, released “Amor Eterno” in 1990 as a tribute to his late mother. Since then, the mariachi ballad has become a symbol of grief and everlasting love for those who have passed away. In 2019, “Amor Eterno” became widely played at memorials and funerals in El Paso in the wake of a mass shooting that killed 23 people. Authorities say the gunman drove more than 700 miles

Google employees stage sit-ins to protest company’s contract with Israel

Dozens of Google employees held sit-ins Tuesday at the tech giant’s New York City and Sunnyvale, Calif., offices to protest the company’s work with Israel. Google and Amazon have a cloud computing and artificial intelligence contract with the Israeli government and military, a deal known as Project Nimbus that is worth $1.2 billion. The employees participating in the sit-ins wore shirts that said “Drop Project Nimbus” and a banner was hung that read, “No tech for genocide.” Protesters sat in the office of Google Cloud Chief Executive Thomas Kurian on Tuesday and remained there for about 10 hours, according to the group. They demanded Google and Amazon drop Project Nimbus and stop the “harassment, intimidation, bullying, silencing, and censorship” of Palestinian, Arab, Muslim Google workers who have expressed concerns about company’s work in Israel and the Gaza war. On Tuesday night, Google ordered the arrest of nine workers in Sunnyvale and New York, who were told they would be locked out of their accounts and offices and were not expected to return to work until contacted by HR, according to a statement from the No

Robbery crew in California nets $90K from stolen lotto scratchers

A four-person robbery crew that targeted 7-Eleven stores across Los Angeles County collected more than $90,000 from stolen lottery scratchers, authorities announced Tuesday.   Detectives with the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department’s Major Crimes Bureau say the crew was responsible for some 44 strong-arm robberies, which resulted in retail losses of $250,000 over a two-month span.   While the suspects were under surveillance, detectives observed them robbing one of the 7-Eleven stores.   “The suspects jumped the counter and forcibly stole over $3,000 worth of California Lottery Scratchers,” an LASD news release stated.   All four of the suspects, three adults and one juvenile, were quickly arrested and the stolen scratchers were recovered.   Lottery scratchers are seen in this file photo. (Credit: KTLA) The three adult suspects, whose identities were not released, were booked on robbery charges at the Century Regional Detention Facility, where each one of them was being held on $100,000 bail. The juvenile was booked at Los Padrinos Juvenile Hall on robbery charges.  LASD’s Major Crimes Bureau’s Burglary-Robbery Task Force works with the Los Angeles Police Department and other participating law

Confused about the cost of going to college? Join the club.

By Aimee Picchi Edited By Alain Sherter April 17, 2024 / 12:01 AM EDT / CBS News Who qualifies for student loan forgiveness? Who will qualify for debt forgiveness under Biden’s new student loan forgiveness plan? 00:45 Soaring tuition costs in the U.S. aren’t the only obstacle to attending college these days. Many Americans struggle with a more basic task — simply figuring out how much a bachelor’s degree would cost them,   A new study from Gallup and the higher-education foundation Lumina shows that a large majority of people remain convinced of the merits of going going to college. But the costs dissuade many from enrolling, while less than a quarter of respondents were able to estimate the cost of getting a bachelor’s degree within $5,000 of its actual price, the analysis found.  Tuition fog Such confusion is especially problematic as colleges push up the sticker price of attendance to nearly six digits, often as a marketing ploy to signal their exclusivity. Because few students and their families actually pay that price, thanks to financial aid and other supports, focusing on that number can be misleading

Bob Graham, former U.S. senator and Florida governor, dies at 87

Updated on: April 17, 2024 / 6:24 AM EDT / CBS/AP Former US Senator and Florida Governor Bob Graham dies at 87 Former US Senator and Florida Governor Bob Graham dies at 87 01:02 MIAMI – Former Florida governor and U.S. Sen. Bob Graham has died. Graham, who chaired the Intelligence Committee following the 2001 terrorist attacks and opposed the Iraq invasion, was 87. His family announced the death Tuesday in a statement posted on X by his daughter Gwen Graham. The Florida Democratic Party issued the following statement on Graham’s passing: “There are no words that can fully capture what Bob Graham meant to the state of Florida. A giant in Florida politics, Bob set the standard for every elected official who followed — both Democrat and Republican. He lived a life most of us could only dream of, one where he impacted the lives of millions with an unparalleled heart for service and a moral compass that always pointed true. Our hearts go out to Adele, Gwen, and the entire Graham family as they mourn their loss and celebrate his incredible life. “Part of

San Bernardino Transforms Crime-Infested Vacant Lot into Bustling City Center with 5th Street Gateway

On April 11, 2024, the City of San Bernardino marked a significant transformation with the ribbon-cutting ceremony of the 5th Street Gateway project, a development set to rejuvenate the cityscape. Local officials, including Mayor Helen Tran and Councilmembers Theodore Sanchez and Sandra Ibarra, alongside business representatives and over 200 community members, gathered at the vibrant site amidst a bustling crowd and soaring temperatures. Councilmember Theodore Sanchez reflected on the city’s journey, emphasizing the project’s transformative impact. “It’s been a long journey for San Bernardino to once again become the gem of the Inland Empire,” Sanchez stated. “This project has replaced an empty, misused lot with thriving businesses that generate revenue and offer employment, marking a significant step forward for our city.” Mayor Helen Tran lauded the project as a wake-up call for the city’s potential. “San Bernardino is a sleeping giant, and this project is waking up that giant,” Mayor Tran commented. “These new establishments are not just places to dine; they symbolize economic progress, job creation, and a commitment to exceptional experiences for both residents and visitors.” The event showcased the operational Starbucks and

Missing College Student Last Seen in Inglewood Located

A 23-year-old woman who went missing in Inglewood has been found, authorities said Tuesday. Noelle M. Lynch was last seen around 5 p.m. on April 3 walking from an apartment building in the 900 block of East Redondo Boulevard, near Florence Avenue and the Inglewood Park Cemetery, according to the Los Angeles Police Department. Kellie Lynch, Noelle’s mother, expressed her gratitude in a social media post on Saturday to everyone involved in finding her daughter. “I would like to extend our gratitude for all of your prayers for locating our daughter Noelle. Those prayers have been answered, and Noelle has reached out to us,” she wrote. “Please, we ask that you respect our family’s privacy at this difficult time. And know that we will share updates with you when we can. Thank you for your love and support.” Lynch is a student at Sacramento State whose cellphone was discovered at Los Angeles International Airport nearly two weeks ago. Lynch’s father, Mark Lynch, told the San Francisco-based news website SFGate that his daughter was vulnerable and in a “difficult state of mind” when she disappeared after

LA County Denied Dismissal of Lawsuit Over Bomb-Sniffing Dog’s Death

A veterinarian who contends members of the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department fabricated a memo to cover up the 2020 death of a bomb-sniffing dog can move forward with her lawsuit for now, a judge ruled Tuesday. Plaintiff Yolanda Cassidy maintains in her Los Angeles Superior Court lawsuit that the communication at issue falsely stated that she examined the dog — a black Labrador named Spike — and could not determine what killed him. On Tuesday, Judge Alison Mackenzie denied the county’s motion to dismiss Cassidy’s two causes of action: false light and invasion of privacy. “Here, the court concludes that the (lawsuit) adequately alleges that plaintiff lost substantial past and future income in the minimum amount of $5 million,” as well as damage to her reputation in the veterinarian industry, the judge wrote. The suit names the county, former Sheriff Alex Villanueva and two other individuals as defendants. “Dr. Cassidy was highly successful in her job and in 2022 she was on the verge of launching her own veterinarian clinic,” the suit filed last July 6 states. “She was well-respected and her reputation was

Adam Schiff, Steve Garvey each raised more than $3 million for U.S. Senate campaigns since February

Republican Steve Garvey and Rep. Adam Schiff raised nearly equal amounts from mid-February to late March to help fund their battle for a California U.S. Senate seat, according to reports filed Monday with the Federal Election Commission. Schiff, D-Burbank, raised $3.51 million between Feb. 15 and March 31. Garvey, a former Major League baseball star, raised $3.39 million. Schiff, who polls show is leading Garvey, still has financial advantages. He had $4.8 million on hand on March 31, the end of the reporting period, while Garvey had $1.6 million. Schiff also reported no debt, while Garvey’s campaign owes about $373,000 for various campaign-related services. Schiff is also backed by Standing Strong, the SuperPAC that can raise and spend unlimited amounts of money to help elect him, and which has reported raising $10.1 million since the current election cycle began last year. Garvey’s supporters recently created their own SuperPAC, Strike Out Schiff., though the group reported no financial activity in its latest report. Schiff’s campaign, as well as Standing Strong, helped boost Garvey in the March 5 primary. So did Fairshake, a SuperPAC with ties to

Ex-SF Giants manager Gabe Kapler discusses life in Miami, future plans

MIAMI — With a few minutes left in the Marlins’ pregame batting practice Monday, a muscular figure strode behind the batting cage. Wearing a black Miami ballcap, a teal shirt with the two top buttons undone and white linen pants, that is where Gabe Kapler remained for the next hour as his former team took a turn in the cage. His successor, Bob Melvin, was one of the first Giants to approach him, and most of the rest of the players and staff he worked with took time out of their pregame work to dap up and catch up with their manager of the past four years. “I loved it,” Kapler said a day later, leaning against the railing of the third-base dugout before first pitch Tuesday. In a 10-minute conversation, that was all the former manager had to say about reuniting with the club he managed for four years, the second-half collapse that led to his ouster with three games remaining or his reaction to the decision. Kapler, 48, preferred to focus on the present and his new role as an assistant general manager

Lakers beat Pelicans, advance to face Nuggets in the playoffs

NEW ORLEANS —  D’Angelo Russell walked to the bench in the first quarter, goading the New Orleans crowd to jeer. The Lakers guard had just gotten tangled up with Pelicans fan favorite and All-NBA pest Jose Alvarado, the two players both being called for technical fouls. The crowd loved it. As Alvarado led a New Orleans second-half comeback, the fiery guard jawed right at Russell every time he beat him off the dribble, every time he made the right pass or hit the big shot. But with Alvarado stuck at the table watching, Russell stood open in front of the Pelicans bench. And as Austin Reaves kicked the ball to Russell, he had a chance for revenge. He got it. “Big-time shot,” LeBron James said. Russell’s huge corner three and two Anthony Davis free throws after an offensive rebound were the big plays in the big moments, the Lakers advancing to the playoffs with a 110-106 win in the play-in game at Smoothie King Arena. The Lakers will get Denver in the first round beginning on Saturday (5:30 p.m., ABC), a Western Conference finals rematch from

Estos son los artistas latinos que participarán en la temporada 2024 del anfiteatro Ford

La Asociación Filarmónica de Los Ángeles anunció hoy el calendario completo de la temporada 2024 del Ford, el encantador anfiteatro al aire libre que se erige en plena ciudad de Hollywood y que se ha encontrado administrado por esta institución a lo largo de los últimos cinco años. Como es ya sabido, el Ford se caracteriza por albergar a artistas de diferentes procedencias y culturas, lo que hace inevitablemente que la agenda que se ha dado a conocer, y que va del 14 de julio al 31 de octubre, incluya a varios representantes latinos en diferentes modalidades expresivas. De ese modo, el 28 de julio, encontraremos en la tarima del auditorio a Meridian Brothers, una agrupación bogotana de carácter experimental que combina elementos de la música tropical con sonidos modernos y vanguardistas, sin dejar de lado a la psicodelia, y que se ha convertido en una banda de culto dentro de Sudamérica. El 3 de agosto, la ya tradicional “Boleros de Noche” regresará por octava vez para cederle las tablas al legendario cantante y guitarrista boricua José Feliciano, ganador de nueve Grammys, quien estará antecedido

Review: ‘Home Alone’ with fangs, ‘Abigail’ is a comedy that goes violently wrong for kidnappers

The filmmaking team known as Radio Silence, made up of directors Matt Bettinelli-Olpin and Tyler Gillett, plus producer Chad Villella, struck black (comedy) gold with their 2019 horror-thriller “Ready or Not,” about a young bride, played by Samara Weaving, who has to battle her way out of a murderous game hosted by her wealthy soon-to-be in-laws. The film demonstrated their mastery of coupling an irreverent tone with splashy violence, and netted the team the responsibility of making the next two “Scream” movies, the first without Wes Craven behind the camera. With their latest feature, “Abigail,” Universal gets into the Radio Silence business, hoping that their brand of female-driven horror can pay big dividends at the box office (and birth a franchise?). With a script by Stephen Shields and Guy Busick, who co-wrote “Ready or Not,” Radio Silence have delivered what is essentially a spiritual sequel to their breakout hit, this time with vampires rather than superstitious old-money sadists, and starring “Scream” queen Melissa Barrera. Once again, the setting is an old creepy mansion filled with taxidermy and firelight. Once again, our heroine is a steely