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What would a debt ceiling failure mean for Americans?

Published Sun, 16 Feb 2025 16:32:27 GMT

Lawmakers are bracing for what could shape up to be a dramatic few weeks for both parties, as they brace for a high-stakes battle over the nation’s borrowing limit. The Treasury Department said this week that the nation could have until as soon as the start of June before it exhausts the “extraordinary measures” implemented in January to keep the nation from defaulting on its debt. Leaders have warned a default is possible if either side doesn’t budge from their positions as Republicans and Democrats ramp up pressure. However, members on both sides have expressed confidence Congress will strike a deal in time to raise the debt limit, which caps how much money the Treasury can owe to cover the country’s bills. But here’s what could happen if they fail.Social Security, other benefits and pay could be delayedExperts warn a default could mean trouble for individuals relying on a check from the government, whether you’re a Social Security recipient or a federal employee.In a re...

Death row inmate who killed 2 in Riverside County dies in prison

Published Sun, 16 Feb 2025 16:32:27 GMT

A man on death row in a California state prison died Wednesday, the California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation announced.Micky Ray Cage, 55, was convicted of murdering his estranged wife's mother and her teenage brother in November 1998 in Moreno Valley. Micky Ray Cage, 55, shown in this mugshot from the California Department of Corrections.During his trial, it was revealed that he had an abusive and controlling relationship with his estranged wife. When she took her children to Puerto Rico to stay with friends, Cage became enraged and obsessed with finding his children, court documents state.Cage turned his anger toward his wife's mother, arriving at her home in the night and shooting her in the head, shoulder and chest with a shotgun he concealed in a laundry basket. After killing her, he went upstairs to the bedroom of his wife's 16-year-old brother and shot him in the chest at close range. He was found guilty of first-degree murder and sentenced to death in 2003. He...

Violence, drugs and traffic safety issues at L.A. schools prompt calls for action 

Published Sun, 16 Feb 2025 16:32:27 GMT

A recent series of dangerous incidents at schools in the Los Angeles Unified School District has officials pledging to make changes.  Among the biggest safety concerns are drugs, violence and traffic issues, LAUSD Superintendent Alberto M. Carvalho said. He also said that he and Mayor Karen Bass have been in communication about the problems, and both agree more needs to be done.  District schools have dealt with a slew of recent emergencies, including a stabbing near Los Angeles High School in the Mid-Wilshire area that sent two teenage boys to the hospital.  “A ninth grader and a tenth grader were stabbed,” Carvalho said.   3 detained in stabbing of teens near L.A. High School in Mid-Wilshire Traffic collisions are another major issue for the district. This week alone, one student was struck near Fairfax High School and another by Joyner Elementary.  “Too many kids, almost on a weekly basis, are struck by vehicles,” the superintendent added.  On Apri...

Lake Mead's water level continues to rise at the expense of Lake Powell

Published Sun, 16 Feb 2025 16:32:27 GMT

Encouraging news continues to flow regarding water levels at Lake Mead. The U.S. Bureau of Reclamation has announced that increased releases from Lake Powell will continue through the end of May, KTLA sister station KLAS reports.Water released through the Glen Canyon Dam at Lake Powell flows south as the Colorado River into the Grand Canyon and eventually into Lake Mead. The majority of the water in the Colorado River basin comes from melting snow in the Colorado Rockies, which had record snowfall this year.Reclamation says it will release almost twice as much water this month than it did prior to the recent high flow experiment (HFE) that helped Lake Mead rise more than two feet in a week."Reclamation has increased May’s release volume from Glen Canyon Dam to 1,088,000 acre-feet," Reclamation wrote in a Facebook post. "Hourly releases during May will fluctuate from a low of approximately 14,051 cubic feet per second (early morning hours) to a high of 18,909 cfs (afternoons and even...

Raise a Glass to Spring: The Ultimate Spirits Gift Guide

Published Sun, 16 Feb 2025 16:32:27 GMT

Spring is the perfect season to enjoy delicious, refreshing cocktails with premium spirits. Whether you’re a fan of smooth and crisp vodka, or prefer the bold and distinctive taste of tequila, there are plenty of options to choose from when it comes to wine and spirits. Whether you’re celebrating a special occasion, looking for a gift for a friend or loved one, just want to treat yourself to something special or just looking for a way to unwind after a long day, the right drink can make all the difference. In this gift guide, I choose some of the best vodka, tequila, wine, spirit options, and great bar accessories for a beginner mixologist to elevate your springtime sipping experience. I also added a few great non-alcoholic options for the teetotalers. So, grab a glass, sit back, and let me guide you into the world of wine and spirits for spring.Cheers to a beautiful spring everyone!AsomBroso Fine TequilasAsomBroso tequila undergoes a unique 9 month aging process, that s...

Why Warriors-Lakers could be big series for Andrew Wiggins

Published Sun, 16 Feb 2025 16:32:27 GMT

SAN FRANCISCO — Andrew Wiggins returned to the Warriors from a month-plus absence just in time for their first-round series against the Kings. He made an impact, slowing Sacramento’s wings and picking his spots offensively.Now that he’s in the second round, though, he’s facing a bigger challenge. “It’s tough. It’s LeBron,” Wiggins said Wednesday of guarding the Lakers star and four-time MVP. “But I just try to make it hard, stay on him and make every shot a tough shot.”James had 22 points in the Lakers’ Game 1 win Tuesday night — 12 of which were scored when Wiggins was his primary defender, per NBA Advanced Stats.The first game of any series is a feeling-out process, but Wiggins walked away from Wednesday’s film session motivated to “do even more” in Game 2 on Thursday.But the Warriors need Wiggins to be more aggressive on both ends of the floor.Coach Steve Kerr opted to go small near the midw...

Real or not, reported Kremlin drone attack unsettles Russia

Published Sun, 16 Feb 2025 16:32:27 GMT

By Jim Heintz | Associated PressTALLINN, Estonia — As Russian officials tell it, two Ukrainian drones flew into the very heart of Moscow under the cover of darkness, reaching the Kremlin before they were shot down at the last minute.A cloud of questions hangs over the claim.Why did the Kremlin announcement come about 12 hours after the purported incident? Why did no reports of explosions emerge prior to the announcement on the messaging apps that remain full of chatter despite Russia’s crackdown on media and criticism of the war in Ukraine? Why didn’t videos of the purported attacks appear until after the announcement? Why haven’t the images been verified?A drone attack on the Kremlin would be the most severe penetration of Russian airspace since German teen Matthias Rust landed his little single-engine plane on the fringes of Red Square in 1987. Announcing the attack — or even faking it — risks Russia undermining its citizens’ trust in its frequent assertion...

$4,000 worth of koi fish missing from San Jose park

Published Sun, 16 Feb 2025 16:32:27 GMT

A school of roughly 50 koi fish worth $4,000 is missing from a San Jose public garden, city officials said Wednesday.The fish were located at the Japanese Friendship Garden in Kelley Park in the Little Saigon neighborhood. The garden symbolizes San Jose’s sister-city friendship with Okayama, Japan that started in 1965.“The City is heartbroken at the disappearance of these beautiful creatures,” a statement from the city’s Parks and Recreation Department said. “We will provide updates as we receive them.”Spokesperson Daniel Lazo said the fish were first discovered missing inside one of the garden’s isolation pods at 8 a.m. on April 29 by a Parks and Recreation worker. A $1,500 pump was also stolen.Koi fish have been stocked since 1966 in the garden, which is based on Korakuen Garden in Okayama. In 2009, more than 200 fish were wiped out by a virus.The koi fish are the second piece of property stolen from the city that has been connected to a s...

Mayor denounces wild Oakland sideshows after violence

Published Sun, 16 Feb 2025 16:32:27 GMT

(KRON) -- Botts' dots and a police cruisers were not nearly enough to stop rowdy and wild sideshows from happening in Oakland last weekend. On International Boulevard near 42nd Avenue in East Oakland, dozens of daredevils on dirt bikes popped wheelies and taunted officers who rolled a police cruiser into the middle of a sideshow. Two hot rods were also recorded on video (seen above) performing simultaneous donuts. One young man tumbled out of a spinning convertible but jumped back into the car moments later, undeterred. A man tumbles out of a car during a sideshow on International Boulevard on April 30, 2023. (Image courtesy Neena Joiner) Police officers were outnumbered, and left, while spectators celebrated.The owner of Oakland’s Feelmore Social Bar, Neena Joiner, had an unwanted front-row view of the sideshow and recorded it on video. Joiner had been trying to drive to her bar when her car was stuck in the chaotic spectacle. After 45 minutes, Joiner saw an opportunity -- a moment...

Ceremony honors fallen San Mateo County police officers

Published Sun, 16 Feb 2025 16:32:27 GMT

REDWOOD CITY, Calif. (KRON) – San Mateo County law enforcement gathered to pay their respects to the men and women who have fallen in the line of duty across the county since 1888.A rose was placed before a memorial display and the names of each of the fallen officers were read aloud. Some family members of those who have fallen were also in attendance. Oakland fire chief to retire, leaving city without another department head “For those family members present, we cannot imagine your pain. Know that you are never alone as we extend our hand to walk with you through the years of your grief,” said Foster City Police Chief Tracy Avelar.KRON On is streaming news live now.embed-container { position: relative; padding-bottom: 56.25%; height: 0; overflow: hidden; max-width: 100%; } .embed-container iframe, .embed-container object, .embed-container embed { position: absolute; top: 0; left: 0; width: 100%; height: 100%; }The last San Mateo County officer to die in the line of duty was offi...