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Independent workforce climbs as U.S. women leave traditional jobs

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:09:40 GMT

By Alex Tanzi, BloombergMore than one in every 25 professionals in the US is independent, with a growing share of women switching from traditional full-time jobs, according to a new survey.There were an estimated 6.7 million independent professionals last year, up 2.2% from 2021, according to the study, published by the Freelancers Union in collaboration with Fiverr, a site connecting businesses with freelancers. The independent workforce has been on the rise during the pandemic, with people taking advantage of remote work, in particular women who traditionally tend to bear the brunt of child care and seek more flexibility. The report found that most skilled independent professionals are located in the country’s 30 largest cities, including New York, Los Angeles and Miami.Read More: Men Make 48% More Than Women in the Gig Economy, Study FindsThe independent professionals in the report are defined as not employing others and working in the following industries:professional services, ...

Americans have never been so unwilling to relocate for a new job

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:09:40 GMT

By Alex Tanzi, BloombergCan’t move, won’t move. That’s increasingly the approach of Americans who are in the market for a new job.The share of job seekers who relocated to take up a new position fell to 1.6%, the lowest level on record, in the first quarter of 2023, according to a quarterly survey that’s been carried out by executive coaching firm Challenger, Gray & Christmas, Inc. for decades.Behind the shift in attitudes lies a post-pandemic surge in remote and hybrid positions, which has made it possible for more workers to stay where they’re living even as they change jobs. What’s more, higher interest rates have made buying a house somewhere else more expensive — especially when it also requires people to sell an existing home that’s financed with a mortgage locked in at low costs.And all of that comes on top of longer-term trends that have seen US workers grow steadily more reluctant to relocate — perhaps because diminishing job security has made the costs of m...

Colorado Springs residents elect Black mayor for first time

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:09:40 GMT

Colorado Springs voters have elected Yemi Mobolade, a 44-year-old Nigerian immigrant who moved to the city in 2010 and emerged as a business and church leader, to serve as the city’s 42nd mayor by a 57% to 43% margin in a runoff election. Mobolade is the first Black person to be elected mayor.Final vote counting continued Wednesday morning, city clerk officials said, but Republican candidate Wayne Williams has conceded and Colorado Gov. Jared Polis issued a statement congratulating Mobolade, who is registered as unaffiliated and who has cast himself as a bridge-builder committed to prioritizing the quality of life and  “loving your neighbor” over political party interests. About 37% of the city’s registered voters cast ballots in the runoff.“Today is a new day in Colorado Springs — where our families are put first, where access to the mayor’s office is for the many and not for the few, and where we can be an inclusive, culturally rich, economically prosperous, safe, and ...

Twentynine Palms man faces attempted murder charge for alleged stabbing

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:09:40 GMT

One Twentynine Palms man is behind bars and faces an attempted murder charge after he stabbed another Twentynine Palms man Saturday night.At 9:41 p.m., San Bernardino County Sheriff's Department deputies were flagged down at Sunnyvale Drive and Morongo Road, and they found a 41-year-old man suffering from a stab wound, authorities said in a news release. The alleged assailant was identified as 41-year-old Rudy Garcia, and he was found nearby and arrested.He is being held at the West Valley Detention Center in lieu of $1 million bail. He was due to appear in court Wednesday morning, though the results of that appearance were not immediately available.Anyone with information is asked to call 760-366-4175. Callers wishing to remain anonymous are urged to call the We-Tip Hotline at 1-800-78-CRIME (27463) or visit wetip.com.

Jose Marco Gonzalez-Olivares Pronounced Dead Following Hit-and-Run on 20th Street [Palmdale, CA]

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:09:40 GMT

31-Year-Old Man Fatally Struck in Pedestrian Crash Near West Avenue NPALMDALE, CA (May 17, 2023) – Thursday night, Jose Marco Gonzalez-Olivares was killed by a hit-and-run driver on 20th Street.Officers responded to the fatal collision around 11:19 p.m. at 20th Street and West Avenue N in the city of Palmdale.Upon arrival, police discovered a man lying in the roadway suffering from serious injuries.According to a witness, a gray Honda Civic with a missing front bumper struck the pedestrian with the front end of their vehicle.However, the driver fled the scene and did not render aid to the victim.Unfortunately, the pedestrian died at the scene. The coroner’s office later identified the deceased victim as 31-year-old Jose Marco Gonzalez-Olivares.At this time, the identity of the hit-and-run suspect remains unknown.Those with further information regarding the fatal crash are encouraged to contact Palmdale Officials as soon as possible.Sweet James sends out their warm and sinceres...

Yvette Amezcua Killed in Head-On Crash on State Route 79 [Winchester, CA]

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:09:40 GMT

Two-Vehicle Collision near Scott Road Kills 34-Year-Old Perris WomanWINCHESTER, CA (May 17, 2023) – Sunday evening, Yvette Amezcua was killed in a two-vehicle crash on State Route 79.The deadly collision happened around 5:10 p.m. along State Route 79 at the intersection of Scott Road and Washington Street.According to the CHP, a westbound 2020 Nissan Armada crossed the double-painted yellow lines into the eastbound lane. There, the Nissan veered into the path of an eastbound 2020 Jeep Cherokee driven by a 49-year-old Hemet man.Investigators said the Hemet man attempted to avoid the Nissan, but the two vehicles collided head-on. The impact sent both vehicles down a dirt embankment. The occupants of the Nissan, Yvette Amezcua, 34; a Perris boy, 13; and a Murrieta man, 40, were all injured as a result of the crash. Meanwhile, the driver of the Jeep was not injured.Emergency crews arrived to the site of the collision shortly after. There, they pronounced 34-year-old Yvette Amezcua...

Diana Zuniga and Jeremiah Smeby Killed in 2-Car Collision on Highway 4 [Martinez, CA]

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:09:40 GMT

Two Pronounced Dead after Auto Accident near Center AvenueMARTINEZ, CA (May 17, 2023) – Late Wednesday night, Diana Zuniga and Jeremiah Smeby were killed in a 2-car collision on Highway 4.Authorities responded to the scene around 10:45 p.m., near Center Avenue on May 10th.Per reports, the driver of a westbound gray Honda Civic crashed into a white Toyota Corolla. As a result, both vehicles lost control and exited the highway before traveling down an embankment.The cars then came to a rest after crashing into two trees. Despite life-saving efforts, medics pronounced 18-year-old Zuniga, of San Pablo dead at the scene.Meanwhile, the 49-year-old Toyota driver, Smeby from Antioch, was rushed to a local hospital with major injuries. Due to the extent of injuries sustained, Smeby was pronounced dead the next day.At this time, an active investigation to determine further information is still currently underway.Sincere sympathies to the families and friends of Diana Zuniga and Jeremiah...

5 Places to Have Sex in LA That Aren’t Your Pad (or Theirs)

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:09:40 GMT

The sex culture in LA is apparent — from being the #1 city in the US that gets the most sex (according to a survey by Trojan), to the number of swingers, strippers, and sex clubs scattered throughout the city, Angelenos just always know where to find places to have sex in LA.Here are 5 places to have sex in LA — in case you want a change in scenery (or you’re up for an adventure):5 secret (and not so secret) places to have sex in LA1. Motel 6One of the best places to have sex in LA is perhaps the most obvious one: a motel. It’s affordable and you can take your romantic partner — or someone you want to hook up with there. Motel 6 is accessible to Angelenos and tourists. And they offer various amenities to get you and your partner comfortable throughout your stay.2. Griffith ParkParks can be a great option if you want to have a quickie with your partner — or if the thought of public sex arouses you! Griffith Park, for instance, is huge and it has lots of secluded areas where you and y...

Lisette Villasenor Killed in DUI Crash on Highway 395 [Hesperia, CA]

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:09:40 GMT

Jose Vargas Arrested after DUI Head-On Collision near Main Street Left Mother Dead, 2 Children InjuredHESPERIA, CA (May 17, 2023) – Thursday evening, a DUI crash on Highway 395 left Lisette Villasenor dead and left her two children injured.The collision happened on May 11th, at around 6:31 p.m. along Highway 395 between Poplar Street and Main Street.According to reports, Jose Vargas in a 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe going north on Highway 395 veered into the oncoming northbound lane. There, the Tahoe collided head-on with a southbound 2018 Toyota Prius, occupied by Villasenor and her two children. The incident caused Villasenor and her children, 12-year-old Ashley Villasenor and 6-year-old Daniel Villasenor to sustain serious injuries.Following the crash Lisette and Daniel were airlifted to a local hospital for treatment. Meanwhile, Ashley was transported to the hospital via ground ambulance.At the hospital, officials pronounced 36-year-old Lisette Villasenor dead, due to the extent o...

Man sitting in vehicle shot in Oakland

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:09:40 GMT

OAKLAND — A 37-year-old man sitting in his parked vehicle suffered several graze wounds early Wednesday in the Eastlake area when two suspects shot at him, authorities said.He was later reported to be in stable condition at a hospital.The shooting happened about 12:14 a.m. Wednesday in the 1100 block of International Boulevard.The man told police he was sitting in his parked vehicle when two men standing outside began shooting at him.The shooters fled before police got to the scene.Related ArticlesCrime and Public Safety | Possible kidnapping being investigated by Oakland police Crime and Public Safety | How one Bay Area woman helped police track down a serial sexual assailant Crime and Public Safety | Man robbed and stabbed in Oakland’s Jack London Square Crime and Public Safety | East Bay deputy injured, patrol vehicles damaged after traffic stop, pursuit Crime and Public Safety | East Bay polic...