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Man sentenced in $7M scam targeting local Orthodox Jewish community

Published Wed, 19 Feb 2025 20:51:19 GMT

A 58-year-old Sherman Oaks man was sentenced to nearly seven and a half years in federal prison Monday for scamming fellow members of a San Fernando Orthodox Jewish Israeli community out more than $7 million through investment company he ran with his brother out of their parents’ home, authorities announced.  Sassi Mizrahi was found guilty on five counts of wire fraud and, along with the 87 months of prison time, was ordered to pay some $4.47 million in restitution.  His brother, 51-year-old Encino resident Motty Mizrahi, pleaded guilty in January of this year to six counts of wire fraud and one count of aggravated identity theft.  From June 2012 to March 2019, the Mizrahi brothers fraudulently raised millions of dollars from at least 40 investors in their community, promising them “guaranteed” returns of 2% and 3% a month and annual rates between 30% and 102%, according to a news release from the United States Department of Justice, Central District of California. &n...

This large California city is poised to ban single-use plastics

Published Wed, 19 Feb 2025 20:51:19 GMT

Irvine could become the latest California city to ban single-use plastics, including water bottles, bags, straws and even mylar balloons.The Irvine City Council is set to hold public comment and vote on the proposed ordinance Tuesday night.The ban, which would take effect next year, is similar to those already enacted by dozens of California cities and counties and follows a state law requiring non-compostable, single-use items be reduced substantially over the coming years.Irvine’s ordinance would “expressly ban the use of expanded polystyrene and plastic containers” used in food service and retail. This would cover non-reusable bags, take-out containers and utensils. It would also prohibit the sale of mylar and latex balloons. Paper or plastic? Major change will affect all online Walmart orders Waivers could be issued only if businesses can prove “no product equivalent in function to the banned product exists,” the proposed ordinance states.The movement to ban single-use plastic...

15-year-old Pittsburg boy killed in San Joaquin County

Published Wed, 19 Feb 2025 20:51:19 GMT

(FOX40.COM) — The Lodi Police Department said it is investigating a shooting that resulted in a minor being killed on Saturday night. The victim was identified as Alan Ruiz, 15, of Pittsburg, according to the San Joaquin County Medical Examiner's Office. Police said that around 11:15 p.m., officers responded to reports of a shooting at the 600 block of Hale Road. When officers arrived on the scene, they located Ruiz with life-threatening gunshot wounds. Teenager struck, killed by train in Riverbank The victim was transported to a local hospital where he was later pronounced deceased, police said. Police said the shooting appeared to be a targeted incident.The investigation remains active as police work to identify a suspect.Anyone who has additional information regarding the investigation is urged to contact Detective Johnston at 209-269-4721 or through email at [email protected].

Julien, Fulks lead Louisian over NAIA’s Loyola New Orleans 78-54

Published Wed, 19 Feb 2025 20:51:19 GMT

LAFAYETTE, La. (AP) — Kobe Julien had 19 points, Themus Fulks scored 18 and Louisiana rolled to a 78-54 victory over NAIA member Loyola New Orleans on Monday night.Julien added three steals for the Ragin’ Cajuns (5-2). Fulks made 7 of 12 shots from the field and 2 for 4 from the line. Michael Thomas had 12 points and shot 5 for 10, including 2 for 4 from beyond the arc.Milan Mejia finished with 15 points for the Wolf Pack. Loyola-New Orleans also got 10 points, nine rebounds and two steals from Zachary Lee. Eddie Burgess also had six points.___The Associated Press created this story using technology provided by Data Skrive and data from Sportradar.Source

South Dakota State earns 92-70 win against Mount Marty

Published Wed, 19 Feb 2025 20:51:19 GMT

BROOKINGS, S.D. (AP) — Luke Appel scored 16 points as South Dakota State beat NAIA-member Mount Marty 92-70 on Monday night.Appel finished 7 of 12 from the field for the Jackrabbits (3-4). Bubz Alvarez scored 14 points and added three steals. William Kyle III finished with 13 points.Cole Bowen finished with 22 points for the Lancers. Tash Lunday added 17 points and eight rebounds for Mount Marty. Aiden Jensen also recorded six points.___The Associated Press created this story using technology provided by Data Skrive and data from Sportradar.Source

LeBron James suffers worst defeat in NBA career as Embiid, 76ers rout Lakers by 44 points

Published Wed, 19 Feb 2025 20:51:19 GMT

PHILADELPHIA (AP) — LeBron James never endured a lopsided basketball defeat like the one he suffered with Los Angeles in Philadelphia.James has lost big before. His Miami Heat once got trounced by 36 points in the NBA Finals. The Indiana Pacers beat James and the Lakers by 42 in 2019. But this blowout was an all-timer: By the time Joel Embiid clinched a triple-double in the third quarter, the 76ers were on their way to a 138-94 win over the Lakers on Monday night, the 44-point loss now the worst in James’ career that dates to 2003.“What needs to change in order for that to not happen again? A lot,” James said, without elaboration.The miserable milestones piled up for the Lakers. It was their worst loss to the 76ers in 290 games in the series.It was so bad, James didn’t even grab a rebound.OK, one more: The 76ers beat the Lakers for the seventh straight time.“That’s my favorite team,” Embiid said, again noting he learned of basketball through Kobe Bryant. “Any time ...

Milton leads Arkansas-Pine Bluff over NAIA member Arkansas Baptist 85-60

Published Wed, 19 Feb 2025 20:51:19 GMT

PINE BLUFF, Ark. (AP) — Kylen Milton scored 25 points to lead Arkansas-Pine Bluff over NAIA member Arkansas Baptist 85-60 on Monday night.Milton had six rebounds and three steals for the Golden Lions (4-4). Rashad Williams scored 14 points while going 6 of 13 (2 for 6 from 3-point range), and added 10 assists. Ismael Plet finished 5 of 6 from the floor to finish with 11 points.The Buffaloes were led by Nate Braden, who recorded 13 points and two steals. Tyreese Smith added 13 points for Arkansas Baptist. Nicholas Hargrove Jr. also had 12 points and four assists.___The Associated Press created this story using technology provided by Data Skrive and data from Sportradar.Source

Osburn scores 32 as Omaha cruises past NAIA’s York College Nebraska 104-68

Published Wed, 19 Feb 2025 20:51:19 GMT

OMAHA, Neb. (AP) — Tony Osburn scored 32 points to lead Omaha over NAIA member York College Nebraska 104-68 on Monday night.Osburn had six rebounds for the Mavericks (4-4). Nick Davis added 14 points while going 6 of 9 and 2 of 3 from the free throw line, and they also had five rebounds. Frankie Fidler was 5 of 12 shooting (1 for 3 from 3-point range) to finish with 13 points.Jaden Henderson led the way for the Panthers with 12 points. York (NE) also got seven points from Trevon Dennis. In addition, Devin Carroll finished with six points.___The Associated Press created this story using technology provided by Data Skrive and data from Sportradar.Source

Officers shoot armed man at Denver apartment complex

Published Wed, 19 Feb 2025 20:51:19 GMT

DENVER (KDVR) — Police officers shot and wounded a man Monday afternoon outside of a Denver apartment complex.The incident happened after 1:30 p.m. outside Cedar Run Apartments in the 800 block of Oneida Street. Denver Police Chief Ron Thomas said the man is expected to survive. Download the FOX31 App: Breaking news alerts & Pinpoint Weather Thomas said officers in the area for an unrelated call spotted a parked black truck, blaring music with its doors wide open. Officers got closer and saw the man throwing things into a nearby dumpster, and they realized he had a gun in his waistband, Thomas said."It's because of the gun that they decided that they need to make contact," Thomas said.Thomas said officers tried to engage with him, but he refused commands, and officers tried for several minutes to "establish rapport" with him.Ultimately, the officers were "placed in fear," Thomas said."He made a threatening motion towards that weapon that we knew was in the small of his back," ...

Vocational bowl preview: Blue Hills, Tri-County set for rematch

Published Wed, 19 Feb 2025 20:51:19 GMT

Blue Hills football coach Ed Madden is very passionate when it comes to discussing the vocational bowls.His team will be looking for its second bowl title in three years when it hosts Tri-County Wednesday in the Small School Vocational Bowl. On the same night, Bay Path and Blackstone Valley tangle in the Large School Vocational Bowl at Millbury High School.“When I think about the vocational bowls, it’s like the Army-Navy game.” Madden said. “Most of the guys who play in that game are not going to the NFL, but going to serve the country. The same thing with the vocational kids in that most of them will not be playing in college. While some might go on to play at the next level, most of the kids come here looking to learn a craft, start a family and make money.”Blue Hills and Tri-County is a rematch from Oct. 27 where the host Warriors emerged with a 28-6. Tri-County coach Andy Gomes isn’t putting a lot of stock in that outcome, but admits his team will have to be a lot be...