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Kyle Jones Killed in Bicycle Crash on Deer Valley Drive [San Angelo, TX]

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:13:33 GMT

Bicycle Accident on Deer Valley Drive Claimed Life of 14-Year-Old TeenSAN ANGELO, TX (September 5, 2023) – Monday afternoon, Kyle Jones was killed in a bicycle collision on Deer Valley Drive.Police responded to the scene around 1:00 p.m., near Deer Valley Drive on August 28th.According to reports, a fuel-powered bicycle that had just come out of a private drive into Deer Valley Drive was struck from behind by a 2023 Hyundai Elantra.Paramedics arrived and transported the bicyclist to a nearby hospital where he later succumbed to his injuries. Authorities later identified him to be 14-year-old Kyle Jones.Moreover, both directions of the roadway were temporarily shut down to allow for cleanup and preliminary duties.Meanwhile, the driver who hit the teen was reported to have sustained no injuries.He remained at the scene and cooperated with the investigation. Authorities are conducting an active investigation of the crash and will release more information once available.Sweet James woul...

Joseph Bongiorno Jr. Killed in Big-Rig Accident on Avenue D [Lancaster, CA]

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:13:33 GMT

80-Year-Old Man Pronounced Dead after Semi-Truck Collision near 85th Street WestLANCASTER, CA (September 4, 2023) – Sunday evening, Joseph Bongiorno Jr. was killed in a big-rig accident on Avenue D.Authorities responded to the scene around 8:55 p.m., near 85th Street West.Per reports, the driver of a silver Honda CRV was heading east and attempted to pass another car. The Honda then struck a big-rig, pushing it off the road and into a nearby field.Due to the extent of injuries sustained, medics pronounced the Honda driver dead at the scene. The Los Angeles County Coroner’s Office later identified the deceased victim as 80-year-old Bongiorno Jr.At this time, an active investigation leading up to the collision remains unclear. Once available, further details will be provided.No words can mend the broken hearts and sorrow felt during this delicate moment. Deepest condolences and sympathies are with the family and friends of Joseph Bongiorno Jr.Losing a loved one in a semi-truck a...

Matthew Pierson Killed in Two-Vehicle Crash on Highway 147 [Center, TX]

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:13:33 GMT

Two-Car Collision on Highway 103 Claimed Life of Shelby County DeputyCENTER, TX (September 5, 2023) – Tuesday morning, Matthew Pierson was killed in a two-vehicle crash on Highway 147.The deadly collision happened around 7:30 a.m. along Highway 147 and Highway 103.According to reports, William Lyons, 54, was driving a 2014 Peterbilt truck tractor semi-trailer west on Highway 103. Meanwhile, Pierson, was traveling in his police cruiser in the area and failed to yield to the semi-trailer. The cruiser ended up striking the trailer and injuring the deputy.Emergency crews were dispatched to the site of the collision shortly after. There, they pronounced the driver Pierson, dead at the scene.Officials later stated that Lyons did not sustain injuries due to the collision.Following preliminary investigations, officers do not believe that drugs or alcohol were a factor in the accident. However, an active investigation is still currently underway.No words can mend the broken hearts and sorrow...

A Concert for the Ed Asner Family Center

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:13:33 GMT

A Concert for the Ed Asner Family Center: Late actor and former president of the Screen Actor’s Guild Ed Asner has a Family Center that bears his name. According to its website, it “offers inclusive day camps, expressive arts and vocational enrichment programs for all abilities at our center, six days a week, as well as, health and wellness classes. We also offer low cost mental health counseling and group counseling services with our highly trained therapists.” So a benefit featuring Ringo Starr, Toto, Stone Temple Pilots and more is clearly well-deserved.“We are absolutely thrilled and profoundly grateful for this outstanding lineup of artists showing their support for The Ed Asner Family Center Charity Benefit Concert,” said Matthew Asner and Navah Paskowitz-Asner, The Founders of The Ed Asner Family Center. “We would like to express our deepest appreciation for Steve Lukather. His passion, dedication and world-renowned talent have been an inspiration to us all and have helped br...

Top concerts: 3 great live shows worth checking out in the Bay Area

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:13:33 GMT

Here are three upcoming shows worth checking out:Lionel Richie, EWFIt’s a pairing of two Rock and Roll Hall of Fame acts — Richie and Earth, Wind & Fire — which should translate to a really fun evening of music on Sept. 8 at Chase Center in San Francisco. So, grab a ticket and get ready to sing along to such Richie hits as “Say You, Say Me,” “Dancing On the Ceiling” and “All Night Long (All Night Long)” as well as such EWF classics as “Shining Star,” “Sing a Song,” “Boogie Wonderland” and “September.” Showtime is 7:30 p.m. and tickets start at $82 (subject to change); ticketmaster.com.Matt MaherThe nine-time Grammy nominee — and six-time Dove Award winner — brings The Stories I Tell Myself Tour to the Redwood Chapel Community Church in Castro Valley on Sept. 13. The acclaimed vocalist is expected to mix such fan favorites as “Lord, I Need You,” “Because He Live...

Bay Area’s remaining Fish Market restaurants head into final weeks with souvenir menus, specials

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:13:33 GMT

In July when president Dwight Colton of the The Fish Market restaurants announced the shutdown of the last two in the Bay Area, he vowed to “preserve the memory of our founders – and the memories created by millions of guests over the years – by closing in a fashion that upholds the restaurant’s original integrity and vision.”So the news was revealed more than two months early, giving customers plenty of time to head to the Palo Alto and San Mateo locations to enjoy their favorite dishes and say goodbye to employees, some of whom have been on the job for many years.Now, the restaurants are heading into their final weeks and, as promised, Colton and company have added menu specials and printed commemorative menus for guests to take home.With redevelopment on the horizon for both sites, the circa 1976 Palo Alto restaurant — the first in the group — will shut its doors after service on Sept. 13, and the San Mateo one, which opened in 1982, will close a week later, Sep...

6 Bay Area sports bars to suit every type of football fan

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:13:33 GMT

Watching your favorite team score as you laze on the couch — or jump up and down on your coffee table — isn’t a bad thing. But isn’t it more fun to cheer on the Niners, the Raiders or the (insert fave team name here) in the company of fellow fans? Perhaps with a cold one and spicy wings in hand?Here are six great Bay Area sports bars where you can do just that.RICKEY’S SPORTS LOUNGE, San LeandroAll you need to know if you’re a current fan, former fan, recovering fan or sometimes fan of the (Las Vegas) Raiders is that Rickey’s is back.The legendary home of the Raider Nation — lauded by no less than Sports Illustrated as one of the nation’s best sports bars — reopened this spring, three years after beloved founder Ricky Ricardo died. Now, new owner Ramonn Smith is gearing up to host fans for the redesigned sports bar’s first NFL season.Patrons sit at the bar at the revamped Rickey’s Sports Lounge in San Leandro, Calif.,...

Emery High School in Emeryville evacuated due to possible gas leak

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:13:33 GMT

(KRON) -- Emery High School in Emeryville has been evacuated due to a possible gas leak, the Alameda County Fire Department confirmed Tuesday morning. The smell of gas was reported just before 9 a.m. Tourist desperate to find French bulldog stolen in San Francisco A call for an evacuation was issued after that. PG&E has been called to the scene. A first report showed no leak, according to the meters.An investigation into the matter continues, according to Alameda County FD.This is a developing story. Check back for updates.

Crews rescue teen from cliff in Half Moon Bay

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:13:33 GMT

(BCN) -- A teenager was rescued from being stuck on a cliff at a Half Moon Bay beach on Monday, according to Cal Fire. Firefighters were alerted to a teen stuck on bluffs at Dunes Beach, the state fire department said on social media Tuesday morning.Photo: Cal FirePhoto: Cal FirePhoto: Cal FireCrews were able to bring the teen safely to the top of the cliff, Cal Fire officials said. The public is reminded not to climb cliffs due to the high probability of getting stuck. Copyright © 2023 Bay City News, Inc.

11 arrested for DUI in San Mateo County in past three weeks

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:13:33 GMT

(KRON) -- Eleven drivers were arrested on suspicion of driving under the influence during a three-week period through Labor Day weekend, according to the San Mateo County Sheriff's Office. The arrests were made as part of a national "Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over" campaign in which additional officers were deployed across the country in an effort to bust DUI drivers.In San Mateo County, 11 drivers were cited for driving under the influence of alcohol, according to the sheriff's office. Several drivers were busted during patrols and two DUI arrests were made at a DUI checkpoint on Aug. 26. Tourist desperate to find French bulldog stolen in San Francisco First-time charges for DUI in California amount to an average of $13,500 in fines and penalties, according to the San Mateo County Sheriff's Office. Possible penalties include a suspended driver's license.In 2021, drunk driving crashes accounted for nearly a third -- 32% -- of all statewide traffic deaths, the sheriff's office said...