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These California metro areas are the most expensive for renters in the U.S., study shows

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 11:56:00 GMT

Several California metropolitan areas are considered to be the most expensive markets in the country for renters, according to a new study.The 2023 'Out of Reach' Report, published annually by the National Low Income Housing Coalition, found that various California counties dominated the list of the least affordable U.S. markets for renters, with metro areas in Northern California rounding out the top three.California metro areas deemed the most expensive markets for rentersSanta Cruz CountyMarin, San Francisco and San Mateo countiesSanta Clara CountyMonterrey CountySanta Barbara CountyOrange CountyLos Angeles County didn't make the top ten for the overall list but was still considered an expensive place to rent a modest two-bedroom apartment. The average rental price for a two-bedroom apartment in the county is $2,781, according to RentCafe.Researchers used a metric called Housing Wage, “which estimates the hourly wage full-time workers must earn to afford a rental home at fair mar...

Brandon Compton, Ramell Jenkins, Misty Green Killed in High-Speed Crash on Lone Tree Way [Antioch, CA]

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 11:56:00 GMT

3 Killed after Two-Vehicle Collision near an Arco Gas Station in AntiochANTIOCH, CA (June 28, 2023) – Monday night, Brandon Compton, Ramell Jenkins, and Misty Green lost their lives in a high-speed car crash on Lone Tree Way.The incident happened at around 10:30 p.m., near the Arco on 4198 Lone Tree Way.According to reports, Compton was speeding in a silver car when he lost control and sideswiped a black Honda. The collision with the Honda caused the silver car to slam into a tree.Emergency crews were dispatched to the site of the collision. There, officials pronounce 25-year-old Brandon Compton, and his passengers, 45-year-old Ramell Jenkins, and Misty Green, dead at the scene.At this time, it is unknown whether or not the driver of the second vehicle sustained injuries from the crash.The Sweet James team sends their warm and sincerest sympathies out to the friends and family of Brandon Compton, Ramell Jenkins, and Misty Green. May you find comfort and strength during this di...

Woman Killed in Pedestrian Collision on Interstate 880 [Fremont, CA]

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 11:56:00 GMT

Good Samaritan Fatally Struck in Pedestrian Accident near State Route 262FREMONT, CA (June 28, 2023) – Early Wednesday morning, one woman was pronounced dead after a pedestrian collision on Interstate 880.Authorities responded to the scene around 2:30 a.m., on the northbound lanes of the freeway near State Route 262.Officers say the driver of a Chevrolet crashed on the off-ramp when the male driver of a Mitsubishi along with his female passenger pulled over to help.The driver of a passing Ford F-150 then struck the Mitsubishi, pushing it forward into the woman who was standing outside of her vehicle. The Ford driver then fled the scene on foot.First responders arrived and pronounced the woman dead at the scene due to the extent of her condition. Although, police have not yet released her identity.Following initial investigations, officers also arrested the Chevrolet driver for DUI.Emergency crews closed off the surrounding area for a brief time during cleanup and preliminary d...

2 Hurt in Pedestrian Crash on South San Pedro Street [Los Angeles, CA]

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 11:56:00 GMT

Pedestrian-Auto Collision in Flower District Left Two Women Critically InjuredLOS ANGELES, CA (June 28, 2023) – Saturday morning, a pedestrian crash on South San Pedro Street left a mother and teenage daughter injured.Emergency personnel responded to the collision around 9:42 p.m. at 916 S. San Pedro St. in the Flower District.Upon arrival, authorities learned that a male driver suffered “some sort of medical emergency” before hitting the two victims. Investigators said the driver hit multiple other vehicles after coming to a stop.Paramedics said the woman in her 50s, complained of pain. Additionally, the woman’s teenage daughter received multiple fractures from the collision.Officers Drake Madison of the LAPD claimed that the two victims are going to recover. The male driver stayed and cooperated with the investigators.The Los Angeles Officials made no arrests from the incident. Those with further information regarding the South San Pedro Street pedestrian crash are encourage...

Murder charge over fentanyl-laced pills that caused San Jose woman’s death

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 11:56:00 GMT

SAN JOSE — A Monterey County man has been charged with murder in the fentanyl-overdose death of a San Jose woman earlier this year, with South Bay prosecutors alleging that he sold drugs that he knew contained the deadly opioid, but duped users into thinking they were consuming something less powerful.It marks the fourth time since 2020 that the Santa Clara County District Attorney’s Office has sought to hold a reputed fentanyl dealer directly responsible for an overdose death, with all of the cases involving allegations that victims were deceived about the true contents of the drug they bought.The most recent case was filed June 21 and arraigned Wednesday: Jonpaul Kupka, a 32-year-old Marina resident, was charged with one count of murder and two felony counts of selling a controlled substance. He is being held without bail in the Main Jail in San Jose.His cousin, a 31-year-old Marina man, was charged alongside Kupka only on the drug counts. Authorities alleged he served...

Bay FC will select first in expansion draft as NWSL sets roster rules for new clubs

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 11:56:00 GMT

Bay FC still does not know when the 2024 National Women’s Soccer League’s expansion draft will take place.But as of Wednesday, they know they’re on the clock.The NWSL announced several roster procedural decisions on Wednesday for its two new clubs joining in 2024 — Bay FC and the Utah Royals.Bay FC will have the first choice in the 12-round expansion draft, which is expected to take place in the fall. In prior expansion drafts, this slot has allowed for the expansion clubs to facilitate trades and acquire assets even before making the selection.Before Bay FC will get to make a choice, each current NWSL team will have the opportunity to protect a set number of players. In the last expansion draft for Angel City FC and San Diego Wave FC, that number was set at nine, with a maximum of one U.S. women’s national team player. Both Angel City and San Diego started to make trades in the run-up to the draft, with the first trade coming as early as August.The 2024 NWSL Draft order was a...

Warriors announce Summer League roster, headlined by 2023 draftees

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 11:56:00 GMT

The Warriors on Wednesday released their summer league roster, headlined by 2023 draftees Brandin Podziemski and Trayce Jackson-Davis as well as two-way candidate Lester Quinones and 2022 second-round pick Gui Santos. Jacob Rubin will coach this year’s summer’s squad after Jama Mahlalela left earlier this month to take a lead assistant job with the Toronto Raptors.The Warriors are slated to play seven games this summer, two next week in Sacramento and then at least five in Las Vegas. Fans can check out these players, some who will be donning Warriors threads for the first time, next week at the California Classic on July 3 and 5. Golden State will play the Sacramento Kings, who are hosting this year’s showcase, at 7 p.m. on July 3. The Warriors’ second game will be against the Charlotte Hornets on July 5 at 3 p.m.Golden State will open the Las Vegas portion of summer league later in the week, playing the Los Angeles Lakers at 8 p.m. on July 7. The Warriors ar...

Single family residence sells in San Ramon for $2.5 million

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 11:56:00 GMT

300 Dawes Court – Google Street ViewA spacious house located in the 300 block of Dawes Court in San Ramon has a new owner. The 4,238-square-foot property, built in 2007, was sold on June 2, 2023, for $2,500,000, or $590 per square foot. The property features five bedrooms, five bathrooms, an attached garage, and two parking spaces. The unit sits on a 6,906-square-foot lot.These nearby houses have also recently been sold:In July 2022, a 4,238-square-foot home on Emerson Lane in San Ramon sold for $2,625,000, a price per square foot of $619. The home has 5 bedrooms and 5 bathrooms.On Balmoral Way, San Ramon, in August 2022, a 3,884-square-foot home was sold for $2,768,000, a price per square foot of $713. The home has 4 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms.A 4,360-square-foot home on the 7600 block of Balmoral Way in San Ramon sold in April 2023, for $2,825,000, a price per square foot of $648. The home has 5 bedrooms and 5 bathrooms. 

Madonna was intubated in ICU with infection after being found ‘unresponsive’

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 11:56:00 GMT

Madonna is reportedly recovering from a bacterial infection that was so serious that she became “unresponsive” and needed to be rushed to a New York City hospital and intubated in the intensive care unit.Page Six is reporting that the 64-year-old pop icon was found “unresponsive” in her New York City home Saturday. After being rushed to the hospital, she needed to be intubated for at least one night to help with her breathing. The tube has since been removed and she is “alert and recovering,” Page Six said.Madonna’s longtime manager, Guy Oseary, confirmed on Instagram Wednesday that she suffered a medical crisis due to “a serious bacterial infection.”Oseary didn’t specify the cause of the infection, but said Madonna ended up staying several days in the ICU. People can get bacterial infections from a number of sources: food poisoning, skin, ear or sinus infections, bacterial pneumonia or from certain sexually transmitted dis...

East Palo Alto celebrating 40th anniversary as a city this weekend

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 11:56:00 GMT

East Palo Alto will be celebrating its 40th anniversary as a city this week, and you’re not alone if that sounds strange to you.The San Mateo County community of East Palo Alto came into being about a century ago, the result of the merger of two towns — Ravenswood and Runnymede — trying to avoid annexation by Palo Alto and Menlo Park. But it remained unincorporated until July 1, 1983 — despite a few unsuccessful incorporations attempts in the 1960s and ’70s, including one that would have renamed the then-Black majority city after Nairobi, the capital of Kenya.Divided by Highway 101, East Palo Alto has had a diverse population for decades — partly due to abhorrent redlining policies and gentrification — and is now largely Latino. But the 2.5-square mile city has undergone startling physical change in the past quarter-century, too. Whiskey Gulch was developed into University Circle with the Four Seasons Hotel as its sparkling gem. Silicon Vall...