With Cleveland, Cincinnati, and Denver as the three finalist cities competing for the league’s newest franchise, the National Women’s Soccer League (NWSL) is aiming to expand the game’s reach.During her speech in Kansas City, NWSL Commissioner Jessica Berman promised further developments in the upcoming weeks, according to cleveland.com. Together with Boston’s BOS Nation FC, the...
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Ottawa County Administrator Hunt Continues as James Freed Opts to Remain Port Huron’s City Manager
One of the two finalists, James Freed, withdrew his name from consideration, which put a halt to Ottawa County’s search for a new administrator. “This is where we want to raise our two little girls,” said Freed, the current city manager of Port Huron, who attributed his decision to remain in his current position to...
San Diego Residents Rally Against Proposed “Vela” High-Rise in Pacific Beach Amidst Height Limit Concerns
San Diego local communities are speaking out against a proposed high-rise near Pacific Beach. A meeting of Turquoise Street locals brought to light the general apprehension regarding the 23-story building called “Vela,” which would comprise hotel and condominium spaces. Critics point out the high-rise’s sharp contrast to the area’s preponderance of 30-foot-tall structures, even as...
Long Beach Police Search for Suspect in Fatal Shooting of 21-Year-Old Justice Lopez
While officials continue to look for a culprit in a fatal shooting, the Long Beach neighborhood is dealing with the recent death of a young woman. According to CBS News Los Angeles, Justice Lopez, 21, was slain inside her home on the 900 block of Gaviota Avenue on Friday at approximately 11:40 a.m. According to...
Palmdale Man Arrested and Charged for Allegedly Groping 12-Year-Old at Pasadena Bus Stop
After reportedly abusing a 12-year-old girl who was waiting at a Pasadena bus stop, a Palmdale man was taken into custody on Saturday morning. The suspect, Farris Tollette, 57, sat next to the girl and molested her before riding off on a bicycle, according to the Pasadena Police Department. The incident happened in the 300...
Council President Nikki Bas Claims Victory in Alameda Supervisor Race Amid Mayor Thao’s Recall
In the midst of Oakland’s political turmoil, City Council President Nikki Fortunato Bas announced on social media that he had won the Alameda County District 5 supervisor race. This comes as incumbent Mayor Sheng Thao’s historic recall triggers a change in the city’s leadership. Alameda County Registrar of Voters election data shows that Bas is...
Jonathan Martin to Retire as Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra President, Robert McGrath Prepares for Leadership Role
On February 16, 2025, Jonathan Martin, the president and chief executive officer of the Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra (CSO), will step down after seven years of leadership that saw the organization accomplish notable artistic and financial milestones. The CSO said last Friday that Robert McGrath will take over as acting President and CEO in his absence....
TPC Group Inc. Pleads Guilty, Agrees to Over $160M Settlements for Texas Chemical Plant Explosion and Environmental Violations
Attorney General Ken Paxton recently announced that he has reached a settlement with TPC Group Inc. and its LLC for alleged safety and environmental violations, following a major chemical plant explosion in 2019 that caused thousands of Texans to miss Thanksgiving. The explosion occurred at the TPC-owned Port Neches facility, which was still operating after...
Rep. Ruben Gallego Calls on USDA for Action as Avian Flu Drives Egg Prices Up in Arizona
Rep. Ruben Gallego is firmly opposing the growing price of eggs, a basic component in many kitchens, as families around Arizona prepare for Christmas feasts. Gallego has contacted the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) for assistance, citing the strain that avian influenza has had on supply networks, which has led to an increase in egg...
Tiburon Police Apprehend Suspect from San Rafael After High-Speed Chase and Discover Stolen Goods and Drugs
When the ALPR cameras detected a stolen vehicle early on Sunday morning, the streets of Tiburon were the scene of a brief car pursuit. According to the department’s social media post, Tiburon police were called to pursue a 2024 Subaru SUV at approximately 8:30 a.m. The scenario rapidly became more heated when the motorist, defying...