Home

Deaths of 2 models not related, LAPD says

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 16:15:36 GMT

The deaths of two models in their downtown Los Angeles apartments earlier this month are not believed to be connected, the Los Angeles Police Department said Tuesday.Nichole Coats, a 32-year-old found dead Sept. 10 in her South Grand Avenue apartment, and Maleesa Mooney, a 31-year-old found dead in her South Figueroa Street apartment on Sept. 12, were both models. Coats, who went by Nikki, was found amid a bloody scene in her home, while Mooney's killing is being treated as a homicide, police said. Mother of model found dead in DTLA apartment speaks out Despite the similarities of the two women's locations, ages, professions and manners of death, police said in a Tuesday news release that "thus far, there is no evidence to suggest that the deaths of Ms. Coats and Ms. Mooney are related to one another."Police declined to release further details, citing "active investigations."Anyone with information is asked to call Detectives Pierce or Marcinek at 213-996-4150. During non-business...

Suspect arrested for allegedly smuggling 135 pounds of meth in Orange County

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 16:15:36 GMT

A suspect with alleged cartel ties was arrested and accused of smuggling 135 pounds of narcotics across the California border into Orange County.The suspect, who was not identified, is believed to be an associate of the Sinaloa drug cartel, according to the California Attorney General's Office.Authorities arrested the suspect in Santa Ana on Sept. 12 after discovering they had crossed the U.S.-Mexico border with a vehicle filled with hidden narcotics.While searching the suspect’s vehicle, authorities found “89 bundles of methamphetamines, totaling 135 pounds” inside a hidden compartment.X-ray photos of the vehicle show the bundles were lined up tightly together inside the car’s hidden compartment. Photos from authorities show the meth appeared to be contained in sealed, clear plastic bags.A suspect believed to have cartel ties was arrested for allegedly smuggling 135 pounds of narcotics across the California border on Sept. 12, 2023. (California Attorney General's Office)A suspect b...

Original influencer Angelyne selling one of her iconic pink Corvettes: report

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 16:15:36 GMT

It's hard to drive around Hollywood for any amount of time without spotting a pink Chevrolet Corvette piloted by the ever-elusive Angelyne.She's one of Los Angeles' most iconic local celebrities, next to Larry H. Parker and Sam Rubin.But would you believe Angeline the billboard queen is selling one of her iconic pink 'vettes? It's apparently true and she hopes to use the funds for a movie about her life, TMZ is reporting.Unfamiliar with the career of Angelyne? She's a singer, actress and model, but is also widely regarded as the original influencer; famous for being famous. Her bleach-blonde, neon pink likeness exploded in the early '80s after provocative billboards featuring her popped up all over L.A. She also had an unsuccessful run for Governor during the 2021 California recall election, finishing 29th out of more than 100 candidates. Angelyne arrives at the Opening Night of "Rock of Ages" at the Pantages Theatre in Hollywood on Feb. 15, 2011. (Chelsea Lauren/Getty Images for Pa...

Redwood City man killed in hit-and-run crash on Highway 101

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 16:15:36 GMT

PALO ALTO – A 24-year-old Redwood City man died in a hit-and-run crash early Sunday on Highway 101 in Palo Alto, authorities said.The collision, which involved four cars, happened around 1:15 a.m. in northbound lanes of the freeway at San Antonio Road, according to the California Highway Patrol.The CHP said the Redwood City man was traveling northbound in a 2011 Chevrolet Camaro when he was rear-ended by a 2019 Mazda CX-5. The Chevrolet was left disabled in the fast lane, where it was then hit by a 2019 Honda Accord and a 2019 Nissan Altima.The man was pronounced dead on the freeway. The Santa Clara County Medical Examiner-Coroner’s Office will release his identity once it is confirmed and his next of kin is notified.Officers found the Mazda at the scene, but not its driver, who left the scene before they arrived, the CHP said.The driver of the Honda was taken to a hospital with major injuries, according to the CHP. A passenger in the Nissan complained of pain but was not taken to a...

Air quality advisory issued after wildfire smoke drifts into Bay Area

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 16:15:36 GMT

Bay City News ServiceThe Bay Area Air Quality Management District issued an air quality advisory for Tuesday and Wednesday because of smoke coming into the region from wildfires further north in California and Oregon.The wildfire smoke is not expected to exceed national health standards or prompt a Spare the Air alert, but air district officials said smoky or hazy skies and the smell of smoke are possible in parts of the Bay Area.Anyone who smells smoke is advised to stay inside with windows and doors closed and to set air conditioning units and car vent systems to re-circulate to stop outside air from coming inside, according to the air district.People can find the latest air quality readings in their part of the region by visiting https://fire.airnow.gov/.

Libya: Flooded city divided to stave off disease outbreaks

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 16:15:36 GMT

Associated PressDERNA, Libya — Authorities have divided Libya’s flood-stricken city of Derna into four sections to create buffers in case of disease outbreaks, the prime minister of Libya’s eastern administration said Tuesday, a day after thousands of angry protesters demanded the city’s rapid reconstruction.Last week, two dams collapsed during Mediterranean storm Daniel, sending a wall of water gushing through Derna. Government officials and aid agencies have given death tolls ranging from about 4,000 to 11,000, with thousands more missing.“Now the affected areas are completely isolated, the armed forces and the government have begun creating a buffer out of fear of the spread of diseases or epidemics,” Prime Minister Ossama Hamad said in a telephone interview with Saudi-owned Al-Arabiya TV. No further details were given.According to local media, the internet went down in the east of the country on Tuesday morning.The United Nations had warned on Monda...

San Jose State Spartans prepare for Mountain West opener, rest of season without star receiver Lockhart

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 16:15:36 GMT

SAN JOSE — San Jose State’s chase for a second Mountain West Conference title in four seasons starts on Friday night, but it won’t include star wide receiver Justin Lockhart.Spartans head coach Brent Brennan on Monday announced that Lockhart will have surgery on an undisclosed injury and won’t play this season.Lockhart, a senior, was a preseason All-Mountain West First Team selection but hasn’t played a down this season. SJSU (1-3) is coming off a challenging non-conference slate, but gets a fresh start with the opening of Mountain West play at Spartan Stadium against Air Force on Friday night.“Losing a talent like that who’s big, fast and a deep threat is a huge loss,” said SJSU quarterback Chevan Cordeiro.The Spartans have turned to junior Nick Nash to take over the No. 1 receiver spot with Lockhart sidelined. Nash leads the team in receptions, receiving yards and receiving touchdowns through SJSU’s first four games. Nash, a converted quarterback, had huge games against No. ...

Oakland sex offender allegedly killed man within 50 minutes of being transferred to new jail cell

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 16:15:36 GMT

DUBLIN — At about 11:45 a.m. on Sept. 13, deputies at the Santa Rita Jail brought 33-year-old Bryson Levy to a new cell that was already occupied by Yuri Brand, an El Cerrito man on pretrial detention for allegedly living at a stranger’s unoccupied Piedmont home without permission for two days.Just 46 minutes later, Brand was found, dead, underneath a jail mattress and Levy, who stayed on top of Brand’s body until deputies ordered him to be handcuffed for removal from the cell, according to court records. Levy was re-arrested in the jail, and on Monday, Alameda County prosecutors formally charged him with one count of murder, though the exact cause of Brand’s death is unclear.There are no indications the two men knew one another, and the actual cell placement was routine, according to authorities. It’s unknown exactly when Levy allegedly killed Yuri, but say deputies noticed a “disturbance” at 12:28 p.m. on Sept. 13, exactly 46 minutes after...

Interactive Map: Check real-time Bay Area air quality data

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 16:15:36 GMT

(KRON) -- An air quality advisory was issued for Tuesday and Wednesday in the Bay Area by the Bay Area Air Quality Management District.The agency said winds pushed wildfire smoke from fires burning in Northern California and Oregon into the Bay Area. Smoke could be smelled in areas of the region including San Francisco. Bay Area air quality advisory issued for Tuesday and Wednesday San Francisco is now in the "orange," meaning its air can be unhealthy for sensitive groups. San Francisco 9-1-1 dispatchers reported getting calls about the smoky air.To check the air quality in your city, use this interactive map. The widgets below show live information about the air quality in some Bay Area cities. The smoke caused officials in North Bay counties to take action. Sonoma County officials issued a health advisory due to poor air in the region. In Marin County, public health officials told residents on Tuesday to limit outdoor activity. Also, residents are advised to use a mask and clos...

Man injured in San Jose shooting

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 16:15:36 GMT

(KRON) -- A man was injured in a shooting in San Jose on Tuesday, the San Jose Police Department said. SJPD responded to the shooting at 12:48 p.m. near the intersection of Capitol Expressway and Monterey Road. The victim has at least one gunshot wound, Westbound traffic on Capitol Expressway will be impacted, SJPD said. The off-ramp to Monterey Road will also be closed for multiple hours as police investigate.This is a developing story. Stick with KRON4 for updates.