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First fully themed Pixar hotel in U.S. to open at Disneyland Resort later this year

Published Sun, 16 Feb 2025 16:20:57 GMT

Disney’s Paradise Pier Hotel is currently transforming into the Pixar Place Hotel, the first fully Pixar-themed hotel in the United States, Disneyland officials announced Thursday.The hotel, located at the Disneyland Resort, is expected to open this winter. Officials shared new details about the amenities, hotel-exclusive water play area and restaurant coming to the re-imagined hotel. Disneyland pitches theme park expansion plans to Anaheim neighbors The hotel will still be open during its transformation and guests can still enjoy hotel benefits such as early park entry, according to the Disney Parks blog.Beginning this summer, overnight guests will have access to the new “Finding Nemo” inspired water play area. The area will include a 186 feet long waterslide, a splash pad and more.In summer 2023, a "Finding Nemo"-themed splash pad will be a part of the new Pixar Place Hotel when Disney's Paradise Pier Hotel is reimagined at the Disneyland Resort. The hotel will weave the artistr...

Militia leader gets longest sentence yet for Jan. 6 insurrection

Published Sun, 16 Feb 2025 16:20:57 GMT

The leader of the Oath Keepers militia was sentenced to 18 years in federal prison for his role in the Jan. 6, 2021, insurrection at the U.S. Capitol, according to multiple reports.Stewart Rhodes, 58, was convicted in November on seditious conspiracy charges, and his sentence was the first "to be increased for fitting the legal definition of terrorism," the New York Times reports. In the past 20 years, only five people have been convicted of seditious conspiracy, and all were working on behalf of Islamic terrorist groups, the Washington Post reports. “You sir, present an ongoing threat and a peril to this country, to the republic and the very fabric of our democracy,” Judge Amit P. Mehta told Rhodes, according to Post. “The moment you are released you will be prepared to take up arms against your government.”Rhodes reportedly showed no contrition at his sentencing, instead referring to himself as a "political prisoner," according to the Associated Press."Like President Trump my only...

Man found shot to death on Garden Grove sidewalk

Published Sun, 16 Feb 2025 16:20:57 GMT

An unidentified man was shot to death on a sidewalk in Garden Grove early Thursday morning.The man, believed to be between 25 and 35 years old, was found when Garden Grove Police Officers responded to reports of a person lying on a sidewalk in the 12300 block of Trask Avenue at about 3:45 a.m., police said in a news release. When they arrived, police found that he'd been shot, and he was pronounced dead at the scene.No information about the shooter has been made public, and the investigation is ongoing.Anyone with information is asked to call Detective Rogers at 714-741-5413 or Garden Grove Police Dispatch at 714-741-5704.

Big rig bursts into flames in Riverside County

Published Sun, 16 Feb 2025 16:20:57 GMT

A tractor-trailer caught fire in Moreno Valley late Wednesday night, causing a major traffic backup on the 60 Freeway.The incident happened around 10:25 p.m. in the eastbound lanes, according to a photojournalist with OnScene.TV.When fire crews arrived, they found the semi on the right side of the freeway with its cab fully engulfed in flames. A tractor-trailer burst flames in Moreno Valley late Wednesday night, causing a major traffic backup on the 60 Freeway. May 24, 2023. (OnScene.TV)Backups on the 60 Freeway extended throughout Moreno Valley.It took fire crews roughly 20 minutes to extinguish the fire, officials told OnScene.TV.No one was hurt. The cause of the fire was not immediately known.

Metrolink again offering $15 Summer Day Pass

Published Sun, 16 Feb 2025 16:20:57 GMT

Southern California's commuter rail service is offering a scorching deal to get travelers on the trains this summer.Metrolink, which offers train service between Los Angeles, Riverside, Orange, San Bernardino and Ventura counties, is bringing back its popular $15 Summer Day Pass. The pass allows for unlimited weekday train rides on the day of purchase. The pass is available for purchase from June through August.The Summer Day Pass was first introduced last year and Metrolink said it was a big hit with riders.“Thanks to the positive customer response to the $15 Summer Day Pass last year, we are pleased to offer it again this summer," Metrolink CEO Darren Kettle said. "The $15 Summer Day Pass is an affordable ticket option for customers to enjoy weekday summer adventures to the beach, mountains, and entertainment venues across Southern California.”The Summer Day Pass goes on sale May 30 and can be purchased through the Metrolink Mobile app, as well as through Metrolink ticket machines...

Clippers GM hired to lead Washington Wizards

Published Sun, 16 Feb 2025 16:20:57 GMT

Los Angeles Clippers General Manager Michael Winger is headed to the East Coast after he agreed to a deal to become the chief decision maker of the Washington Wizards.Winger served as Clippers GM for six years after joining the franchise in 2017 and worked under President of Basketball Operations Lawrence Frank. He'll be moving to Washington for a promotion, accepting the team's offer to become its equivalent of Frank's title.Frank released a statement to the media on Thursday, in which he described Winger's new role as a tremendous opportunity, adding that his former employee "could not be more deserving.""From the day Michael walked into our facility in 2017, he touched every corner of the organization, helping lay the groundwork for our present and future," Frank said. "Michael is one of the NBA's brightest team-builders, a strategic and creative thinker who is always a step ahead."Winger will report to Ted Leonsis, Founder and CEO of Monumental Sports & Entertainme...

YOUR GUIDE TO THE 14 BEST CBD & DELTA-8 BRANDS FOR SPRING/SUMMER 2023

Published Sun, 16 Feb 2025 16:20:57 GMT

Along with the legalization of THC in many US states, CBD has become a multi-billion dollar business. Hemp-derived CBD and Delta-8 products are legal in most states, and as Marijuana’s “little sisters,” CBD and the minor cannabinoids are not as psychoactively potent but still produce many of the other effects of weed. CBD is used to reap the benefits of cannabis for everything from pain relief to skin issues, while hemp-derived delta-8 has about two-thirds to one-half the psychoactive potency of traditional delta-9 THC but may produce similar pain relief and relaxation levels.The move toward cannabis normalization has provided the consumer with many choices for consumption. CBD can now be found in just about any form you might want – topical, edible, smokable. Delta-8 can also be consumed in multiple ways – even applied to hemp flower for traditional smoking. We weeded through the offerings to find the best. Here are our Spring 2023 picks for CBD and Delta-8 brands.#1 PLAIN JA...

Benjamin Felipe Liano Arrested after Hit-and-Run Crash on Indian School Road [Phoenix, AZ]

Published Sun, 16 Feb 2025 16:20:57 GMT

5 People Injured and 30-Year-Old Suspect Arrested in a Deadly Hit-and-Run IncidentPHOENIX, AZ (May 24, 2023) – Friday night, Benjamin Felipe Liano was arrested after injuring multiple people in hit-and-run incident.The incident happened on May 19th, just before 10:30 p.m., in the area of Indian School Road near Interstate 17.According to reports, Liano was headed eastbound on Indian School Road when he struck the vehicle traveling northbound on Interstate 17. The vehicle was occupied by three children and two adults. Liano then fled the scene without rendering aid to the victims. Police later caught and arrested him.Furthermore, the officers arrived at the scene and found five people seriously injured.Following the crash, medics transported the victims to a local hospital for treatment.Meanwhile, police charged 30-year-old Benjamin Felipe Liano with DUI and aggravated assault.A driver must stop and take certain actions when involved in a motor vehicle accident that results in ...

The Best Tire Shine Products of 2023 Ranked and Reviewed

Published Sun, 16 Feb 2025 16:20:57 GMT

Tires undoubtedly serve as the bedrock of your vehicle, delivering the stability and tenacity required for reliable and safe navigation on diverse terrains. Their optimal performance is tightly linked to regular maintenance, and a significant part of this care routine is tire shine application. Tire shine transcends mere aesthetic enhancement – it plays a preventive role in preserving your tire’s top-notch state.When you plunge into the market in search of a suitable tire shine, you’ll encounter a bewildering array of options. Each product has its strengths and is designed for specific surfaces. This multitude of choices can make the selection process seem daunting. Therefore, we’ve taken it upon ourselves to simplify this task for you.Here’s our meticulously curated list of 2023’s top-ranking tire shine products, carefully chosen to ensure you invest in a product that perfectly aligns with your requirements.The Top Tire Shine Products:Adam’s Polishes T...

Parents divided over swastikas’ removal from ‘Sound of Music’ at California elementary school

Published Sun, 16 Feb 2025 16:20:57 GMT

When Rolling Hills Elementary sixth-graders perform “The Sound of Music” this week, Nazi imagery will be omitted from the play.The decision to amend parts of the iconic musical set in 1938 Austria, Fullerton School District officials said, was because “the juxtaposition of powerful and destructive symbols with innocent children has the potential not only to spark controversy but also to attract individuals or groups with ill intent.”After a Rolling Hills parent expressed their concern about having their sixth grader wear a swastika in the musical, the FSD board decided to remove any Nazi images as well as the “Heil Hitler” salute from the performance, said Superintendent Bob Pletka. Swastikas are ancient symbols appropriated by Nazis that continue to represent hatred of Jews.“This was all about a safety issue,” Pletka said. “That is why we responded.”The move has garnered mixed reactions. While some parents and staff members support the decision, others worry that it’s censorship.“T...