One killed after car overturns and catches fire on Interstate 5, CHP reports

Disclosure: State of Alabama-based writer. This article is a work from cited sources for informational purposes and is used with permission. No affiliate links are included. A Missouri woman has been sentenced to probation and community service for unlawfully collecting government benefits intended for her deceased grandmother. U.S. District Judge Sarah E. Pitlyk issued the sentence on January 21, 2025, ordering the woman to repay the stolen funds.

Kania Brunson had an infectious smile. The beautiful young woman dreamed of becoming an orthodontist or veterinarian and enjoyed cosmetology. Kania Brunson also had a secret. According to the Milwaukee Prosecutor’s Office, 20-year-old Kania was in a relationship with Sultan Shareef, a married man, since she was a teen. Kania and 54-year-old Sultan Sultan dated for years, and Kania fell in love.

Medford, OR – A slow-moving front is sweeping across Southern Oregon and Northern California this morning, bringing light rain and drizzle to the coast and Umpqua Basin, according to the National Weather Service office in Medford, Ore. Breezy winds are expected to intensify this afternoon, particularly in Northern California and along the East Side.

According to KTLA news and the Los Angeles County Medical Examiner, beloved KCAL-TV evening news anchor Chauncy Glover died of an accidental “acute intoxication” from methamphetamine and chloroethane.

My mom married my Texan stepdad two years ago after splitting with my dad (who moved to Florida). My stepdad’s ultra-conservative—he hates that I’m applying to art school (“useless degree!”), shames me for dating (my boyfriend’s 25 and a mechanic!), and constantly trashes my mom’s “California parenting.” Now that Mom’s pregnant, he’s pushing me to leave our Arizona home by August when I graduate. Mom says she’s “too stressed” to stand up to him, even though I planned to live here while working part-time.

San Francisco has earned a reputation as a top foodie destination in California, boasting a diverse culinary scene that attracts locals and tourists alike. According to LoveFood, the city is celebrated for its high-quality ingredients, creative dishes, and innovative flavor combinations.

Bill’s Hamburgers in Van Nuys has been crowned the best hole-in-the-wall burger joint in California, according to Cheapism. This unassuming spot has captured the hearts of locals and tourists alike with its straightforward, delicious approach to burgers.

Disclosure: State of Alabama-based writer. This article is a work from cited sources for informational purposes and is used with permission. No affiliate links are included. On March 3, 2025, Texas rapper Lil Ronnie and his 5-year-old daughter tragically lost their life after being gunned down at a local car wash. At that time, they were cleaning out his car when gunfire suddenly erupted on the father and daughter, leaving them both lifeless on the scene.

Jacksonville sheriff’s officers have made 146 arrests since a new homeless law took effect in Florida to prohibit sleeping in public spaces. The Sheriff’s Office reported the number during a meeting Wednesday with City Council members including Ron Salem, chair of the council’s Finance Committee. The agency said it has given out 631 warnings since the new law began.

You ever feel like you’re just done before the breakup even happens? That was me about a month before my ex and I officially called it quits. We were doing the whole long-distance thing—only 200 kilometers apart, but it might as well have been a world away. One weekend, I just realized… I didn’t care anymore. I didn’t want to drive two hours to see him, and I definitely didn’t care about him not driving to visit me either. Those little things that used to annoy me? I just couldn’t be bothered to even be mad about them anymore. I didn’t want to argue, I didn’t want to make an effort, and I sure as heck didn’t want to be intimate.

A cruise vacation didn't go exactly as planned for Jason and Tammy Merritt when their luggage never showed up at their cabin on Carnival Magic. According to news reports, the incident resulted in a lifetime ban for another passenger and a complex legal situation.

The 7th annual World Air Quality Report by IQAir reveals alarming pollution levels across the United States and the globe. Los Angeles, California, emerged as the most polluted major U.S. city, while Ontario, California, was the most polluted city overall in the nation. Meanwhile, Seattle, Washington, earned the title of the cleanest major U.S. city, the report found.

Homeless people often are immersed in drugs and they aren’t getting the substance abuse treatment they need, an original investigation published in the Journal of the American Medical Association, or JAMA, shows.

Spokane, WA – The Inland Northwest is bracing for a mix of gusty winds and cooler temperatures starting Monday, with mountain snow expected to intensify mid-week, according to the National Weather Service in Spokane, WA.

Southern California is experiencing a series of weather changes this week as a low-pressure system moves inland, bringing cooling temperatures, gusty winds, and scattered showers, according to the National Weather Service San Diego office.

Sharing my petty (but effective) HOA revenge story. For years, I lived in a neighborhood where parking in front of your own house was banned. I followed the rule grudgingly… until I got slapped with a $50 fine for a car I didn’t even own. The kicker? The car belonged to a random visitor parked briefly in front of my house.

According to a survey by MarketBeat.com, three California cities have emerged as prime destinations where business executives mix networking with nightlife. The poll of 3,102 executives highlights San Diego, San Francisco, and Los Angeles as top locations where business trips often blend into social escapades.

An approaching weather system will bring rain to southern Mojave Desert and Mohave County tomorrow, followed by a stronger storm midweek, according to the National Weather Service Las Vegas office.

A series of Pacific storms will bring strong winds and a chance of showers to El Paso and Santa Teresa this week, according to the National Weather Service office in El Paso, Texas.

The 101st Airborne Division sent an unspecified number of soldiers to the U.S. southern border in January, and a Thursday press release said about 300 more soldiers are being sent.

Southern California residents can expect a mix of rain, thunderstorms, and even snow today as a series of storms continue to impact the region, according to the National Weather Service office in Los Angeles.

Disclosure: State of Alabama-based writer. This article is a work from cited sources for informational purposes and is used with permission. No affiliate links are included. On January 10, 2024, Alabama native and entrepreneur Mia Nickson, 21, tragically lost her life after being gunned down at her home around 1:45 a.m. What began as a journey in the beauty industry for Nickson ended in tragedy, with authorities now revealing her killing during a recent press conference.

According to LoveExploring, Lake Tahoe has been crowned the most beautiful lake in California and one of the 25 most stunning lakes in the United States. Located on the California-Nevada border, Lake Tahoe is renowned for its crystal-clear waters and breathtaking views of the Sierra Nevada mountains. At around two million years old, it is one of the world’s oldest lakes. Its deepest point reaches 1,645 feet, deep enough that the Empire State Building would be submerged without breaking the surface. Other California lakes making the list include Mono Lake and Lake Havasu, further solidifying the state's natural beauty.

According to the California Lottery, two lucky Mega Millions tickets were sold in Aliso Viejo and Dixon during Tuesday night’s draw. A ticket worth $929,886, matching five numbers but missing the Mega number, was sold at the 76 Gas station at 26871 Aliso Creek Road in Aliso Viejo.

A Chatham County judge denied bond for a former Savannah Police officer, ruling that he posed a “significant risk of committing a felony” ahead of his murder trial for the June 2022 killing of a Carver Village man.

U.S. News & World Report has unveiled its 2025 Best Cars for Families, highlighting top vehicles across nine categories. Honda and Kia dominated with two wins each, with the Toyota Highlander Hybrid winning Best Hybrid SUV for Families for the sixth straight year. Other winners include the 2025 Kia Telluride, earning Best 3-Row Midsize SUV, and the Chrysler Pacifica, named Best Minivan for Families for the second consecutive year. Newcomers to the list include the Jeep Wagoneer L, which took Best Large SUV, and the Mazda CX-70, which captured Best 2-Row Midsize SUV for Families. These vehicles are chosen for their blend of space, safety, and reliability.

Folks, check out this epic fail from my landlord: Rent shot up by $275 in January, and their “repairs” are straight-up crayon-level disasters. Instead of fixing the rotting wooden columns, they just hammered tons of nails into the base like they’re building a Pinterest project. Then, to cover up the white paint nightmare on our lawn, they rinsed paint buckets directly on the grass and… ​

Thursday marks the final day vehicles can drive on San Francisco’s Upper Great Highway as it transforms into a 43-acre park stretching two miles along the city’s coastline. This change follows the approval of Proposition K in the November election, where 55% of voters favored converting the highway into a park, according to Election Map SF.

Disclosure: State of Alabama-based writer. This article is a work from cited sources for informational purposes and is used with permission. No affiliate links are included. According to the U.S Attorney's Office of the Middle District of Alabama, on March 4, 2025, 23-year-old Arthur Varcea Colvin was sentenced to 96 months in federal prison for drug trafficking and firearms offenses. After serving his sentence, Colvin will face three years of supervised release. In the federal system, parole is not an option.

Showed up to my date, and this man was in a full suit… but it looked like he had been cuddling a cat army before arriving. Lint. Everywhere. I ignored it and took him to my favorite coffee spot. Dude wouldn’t even go inside. Fine. I ordered my latte, literally handed over my money, and he swoops in like, “Oh, I got this.” Sir, the barista already has my card. THEN he buys himself an ice cream. Just for him. Cool. Says he wants to “walk and talk.” We walk for 45 seconds before he dramatically sits on a park bench like we just finished a marathon. Two hours? No way. I bailed in one. What's the weirdest date move y’all have ever seen?