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Devin Wold Dead, Sherry Ann Parsons Arrested after Wrong-Way Crash on North Shepherd Drive [Houston, TX]

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 10:45:14 GMT

34-Year-Old Man Killed in DUI Collision near West 7th StreetHOUSTON, TX (December 16, 2023) – Devin Wold lost his life Thursday night, and Sherry Ann Parsons faced arrest following a DUI crash.Law enforcement arrived at the scene around 11:35 p.m. on November 30th, located in the 700 block of North Shepherd Drive.Officers say 32-year-old Parsons was operating a white Mitsubishi Outlander in the northbound lanes against the flow of traffic. She then collided head-on with a southbound white Volkswagen Jetta near West 7th Street.Medical responders declared the Jetta’s driver, 34-year-old Wold, deceased at the scene. Meanwhile, Parsons sustained injuries that were not life-threatening, and she was transported to a nearby hospital by paramedics.Upon completing initial procedures, law enforcement determined that Parsons had a blood alcohol concentration (BAC) exceeding .206. On Monday, December 4th, she was formally charged with intoxication manslaughter and booked into the Ha...

Injections: A Gripping Tale Born from Chaos and Compassion

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 10:45:14 GMT

As a first-time author, Donna Joyce Schrimpf has emerged with a literary creation that promises to captivate readers worldwide with her novel “Injections.” In a world profoundly impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic, Schrimpf’s unique storytelling perspective takes readers on a journey that intertwines the absurdity of vaccination incentives and the profound connection between a father and his autistic son. The result is a gripping and heartwarming narrative that explores both the boundaries of science and the depth of human relationships.As the world grappled with the unprecedented challenges brought about by the COVID-19 pandemic, Schrimpf found herself affected and creatively inspired. Her remarkable ability to find the extraordinary in the ordinary and explore the seemingly ludicrous is the hallmark of her storytelling. In a recent interview, Schrimpf explained, “COVID was a tragic chapter in our history, but it also became a source of inspiration for many cr...

Juan Jose Flores Jr. Killed in Speeding Semi-Truck Crash on Interstate 40 [Amarillo, TX]

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 10:45:14 GMT

21-Year-Old Man Pronounced Dead after Three-Vehicle Accident near Lakeside DriveAMARILLO, TX (December 18, 2023) – Juan Jose Flores Jr. died Wednesday night in a speeding semi-truck collision on Interstate 40 near Lakeside Drive on December 6th. Around 11:00 p.m., police officers responded to the intersection.Authorities report that a black Ford Mustang, driven by Flores Jr., a green Chevy Camaro, and a semi-truck with a trailer were involved.According to eyewitness accounts, the Mustang and the Chevy were racing at high speeds side by side in the southbound lanes of Lakeside. Simultaneously, the semi-truck driver was exiting a parking lot, leading to the Mustang and Chevy traveling beneath the trailer.Due to the severity of the injuries sustained, emergency medical personnel declared Flores Jr., aged 21, dead at the scene. The Chevy driver was transported by responding paramedics to a nearby hospital for treatment.As of now, no additional information has been provided, and th...

Laura Howell’s Remarkable Career From Print Modeling to Real Estate Developer

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 10:45:14 GMT

Among fashion icons, there is an ideal personality that aspiring modeling artists and entrepreneurs look up to. Laura Howell, a remarkable individual with a myriad of professional talents and achievements under her belt, is a popular name in the real estate industry. Howell is an established entrepreneur, artist, and philanthropist.We look at the challenging and successful journey of Howell through the lens of hard work, commitment, and dedication. Laura Howell has been a fashion icon and print model for more than 20 years. Having graced the pages of glamorous magazines like US Weekly and Maxim, her modeling career is a testament to her captivating and elegant presence in the fashion world.Howell was the face of many leading American brands ranging from apparel and clothing accessories to household product companies, including Wiley Sunglasses, Sledge USA Clothing, Dave Ramsey Financial, and USA Gold, among others. She was captivating viewers across the globe, especially in the US b...

San Jose: Storm knocks out power to more than 18,000 customers, PG&E reports

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 10:45:14 GMT

SAN JOSE — A surge of intense rain Monday appears to have caused a power outage covering a huge swath of the center of San Jose and disrupting service to thousands of people, PG&E reported.The outage, which reportedly began at 1:02 p.m., affected 18,404 customers, according to an online outage map maintained by the utility. Its footprint goes as far north as San Jose State University downtown, south to the Santa Clara County fairgrounds, west to the edges of Willow Glen, and as far east as McLaughlin Avenue.PG&E estimated that service would be restored beginning at 3:30 p.m. An exact cause for the outage was not immediately announced.This is a developing story. Check back for updates. 

Three-bedroom home sells for $2.4 million in Palo Alto

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 10:45:14 GMT

3669 Ramona Circle – Google Street ViewThe property located in the 3600 block of Ramona Circle in Palo Alto was sold on Nov. 22, 2023. The $2,375,000 purchase price works out to $1,627 per square foot. The house, built in 1951, has an interior space of 1,460 square feet. The layout of this single-story house consists of three bedrooms and two baths. Inside, a fireplace enhances the ambiance of the living area. In addition, the house provides a single carport.These nearby houses have also recently been purchased:On Roosevelt Circle, Palo Alto, in June 2022, a 1,399-square-foot home was sold for $2,975,000, a price per square foot of $2,127. The home has 4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.A 1,481-square-foot home on the 4100 block of Park Boulevard in Palo Alto sold in October 2023, for $1,825,000, a price per square foot of $1,232. The home has 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.In June 2023, a 1,474-square-foot home on Roosevelt Circle in Palo Alto sold for $2,820,000, a price per square foot of $1...

Kurtenbach Mailbag: Answering your questions on the SF Giants’ free agency issues, Draymond Green’s anger

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 10:45:14 GMT

It’s been a while since we did a mailbag, so let’s dive right in.What did you make of Buster Posey’s comments on free agents being afraid of San Francisco?» You mean the company line?Posey was not the first to blame the city of San Francisco for the Giants’ high-profile free agency failures when he made such comments to the Athletic. Hell, Farhan Zaidi preemptively blamed the city before free agency even started.And because this tactic works, the Giants will keep using it.But it’s a diversion from the real issue.Now, there is no doubt plenty of negativity towards San Francisco floating around these days.The city and region are seen as the epicenter of liberal values in this country, and because of that, a pretty nasty negative PR campaign is being waged against it by bad actors trying to prove a perverse point.At the same time, it’s true that you can’t walk prospective players too far down Market Street. Oh, and avoid that area over there, t...

Bay Area rain updates: Heavy rain in SF, ongoing flight delays

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 10:45:14 GMT

SAN FRANCISCO (KRON) -- Widespread rain arrived in the Bay Area Monday morning, soaking the morning commute and leading to flight delays at SFO. Scattered showers are expected to continue through this evening with additional bands of widespread rain expected Tuesday and Wednesday, according to the National Weather Service. Bay Area rain totals: Storm expected to hit in waves "Keep those umbrellas handy!" advised KRON4 Meteorologist Kyla Grogan. "We have more showers expected through this evening and overnight. Tuesday will be another unsettled day, but our showers will be far less intense. Wednesday I expect another robust round of rain to come our way as the second low pressure system moves in. There is still a bit of uncertainty of the track of the Wednesday system.  If it stays offshore a bit more than projected we will see lower rain totals. But if it moves ashore or very close to the coast, I expect we'll see significant rain from it."  Bay Area holiday we...

Bay Area rain totals: Storm expected to hit in waves

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 10:45:14 GMT

(KRON) -- As more rain hits the Bay Area, you'll want to keep your rain gear handy. Monday's wet weather will hit in waves throughout the day.A heavy band drenched the Bay Area overnight Sunday into Monday prompting several flood advisories this morning in the North Bay that have since expired. The storms came to a lull around 9 a.m. But, KRON4 meteorologist John Shrable said to expect intermittent showers until the next heavy band arrives. Bay Area rain updates: Heavy rain in SF, ongoing flight delays The rain will pick up again around 1 p.m. Monday and will continue through Monday night into Tuesday morning, Shrable said.Expected rain totalsGraphic: Kyla GroganRain totals will reach up to around one inch in some areas after Monday's showers alone.Santa Rosa: 1.08 inchesSan Francisco: .46 inchesOakland: .34 inchesSan Jose: .33 inchesMountain View: .30 inchesThe Sierras are also expecting between one and two feet of snow.Rain totals so farGraphic: Kyla GroganMore rain is expected ...

Protesters rally at SF courthouse for Bay Bridge protesters

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 10:45:14 GMT

(KRON) – The 80 protesters who shut down the westbound Bay Bridge last month during the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation summit appeared in court on Monday.Hundreds of other people also showed up at the San Francisco courthouse Monday in support of the protesters arrested on the Bay Bridge last month. These individuals are calling for San Francisco District Attorney Brooke Jenkins to drop the charges against the Bay Bridge protesters.  They carried signs that read, "Biden: Ceasefire Now," "Free Palestine," and "Drop the Charges!" The group held a news conference outside the courthouse before the arraignment got underway. 80 Bay Bridge protesters during APEC to be charged The Bay Bridge protesters’ goal was for President Joe Biden to call for an immediate ceasefire in Gaza and end United States military aid to Israel. The Bay Bridge protest lasted for over two hours, causing California Highway Patrol officers to remove them from the bridge. The protes...