Home

Midtown Immersive joins San Jose’s night market scene

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:34:35 GMT

There’s a new night market in San Jose, with food trucks, artists, vendors, music and a beer garden — all the usual features you’d expect from one of these popular events. But Midtown Immersive, centered around a century-old grain warehouse off San Carlos Street, launched last Friday with a funky vibe all its own.Most of that comes down to its location on McAvoy Street — a largely industrial area of San Jose just west of the Caltrain tracks and downtown — and the hodge-podge layout, with planter boxes and benches serving as barriers where a sidewalk would be. On opening night, artist Francisco Ramirez worked on a painting in front of the crowd as a DJ played tunes, people sold “San Jose” T-shirts, jewelry and comic books. There was a flower bar, where you could put together your own bouquet, and even San Jose’s famed Antiques Colony had a few tables featuring an array of items for sale.Asiel Design's Jonathan Gomez stands inside t...

Here’s the insane food lineup at 2023’s Outside Lands festival

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:34:35 GMT

Outside Lands isn’t just about the music, though with an epic 2023 lineup that includes Kendrick Lamar, Megan Thee Stallion and the Foo Fighters it’s certainly looking good for music-lovers. It’s also about the food. This year has an ambitious array of 96 Bay Area restaurants, including chefs from Liholiho Yacht Club, Bodega SF and the No. 1 pick in the Mercury News‘ 50 Best Restaurants list, Oakland’s Daytrip.Without ado, here’s the full (very long!) food lineup for Outside Lands 2023, which will be held in Golden Gate Park on August 11-13. The beverage lineup is coming later in June. A16 (VIP)Salsiccia Pizzas, Pork Meatball Sandwiches, Kale Caesar SaladsAbacáFilipino Dumpling Molo Soup, Sisig Fried Rice, Carioca Mochi DonutsAbanico Coffee RoastersIced Cafe De Olla, Iced Pinolillo, Cold Brew, PastriesalaMar Kitchen & BarBraised Oxtail Nachos, Jerk Chicken Nachos, Vegan NachosAlicia’s Tamales Los MayasPollo Tamales, Carnitas Tamales, Arro...

Woman survives 30-foot fall after jumping from Oakland apartment window to escape violent assault

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:34:35 GMT

OAKLAND — A woman survived an estimated 30-foot fall Monday morning after she leapt from a third-floor apartment near Lake Merritt to escape a violent attack by her boyfriend, authorities said.The woman suffered broken bones and multiple cuts and bruises but was in stable condition at a hospital.The 35-year-old boyfriend was later arrested and some guns were recovered from a bag he had, authorities said.The attack happened about 10:55 a.m. Monday in an apartment building in the 500 block of MacArthur Boulevard near Beacon Street where the two lived, police said.Authorities said the man and woman are in a relationship and have a child together. The child was not at the apartment at the time.Police said the two got into an argument but did not say what it was about.Police said the man threatened to kill the woman and began choking and beating her.The woman, in fear of her life, jumped out a third-floor window and landed on the ground below, police said.Next, police were called t...

Walnut Creek: Boy allegedly wore ‘Scream’ mask, lured girl to secluded part of school campus, then stabbed her throat

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:34:35 GMT

WALNUT CREEK — A ninth grade girl who survived being stabbed by another freshman had been lured to the area by her attacker, who allegedly donned a mask popularized by a horror film, told her he had a “surprise” for her, then waited in a shed, knife in hand, for her arrival.When the girl arrived to a shed used for recycling on the Northgate High School campus, the 14-year-old boy allegedly jumped out, swung the knife at her without warning and stabbed her in the throat, face and arm, authorities said.The attack was only stopped when a campus supervisor heard screams and rushed to the girl’s assistance, causing the boy to drop the knife and the mask and attempted to flee. The supervisor chased the boy through the Walnut Creek campus and tackled and held him until police arrived, according to authorities.Now the boy, who this newspaper is not naming, has been charged in Contra Costa juvenile court with attempted murder and aggravated mayhem, police announced Mo...

EXCLUSIVE: Legendary Los Gatos roadhouse restaurant The Cats is reopening — with new owner, new chefs

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:34:35 GMT

A new chapter in the storied history of The Cats — the circa 1896 roadhouse above Los Gatos — will begin Friday when the restaurant reopens under new ownership.Barbecue, a staple at The Cats, will be back. And the live music will return next week to this building that’s been a stage stop, a speakeasy, a bordello, a realty shop, a sporting goods store and, since 1967, a restaurant and tavern.What’s different is the mission behind the menu. The Cats’ new owner is ChefCentury, a culinary venture launched during the pandemic by South Bay entrepreneur Richard Tam, who wanted to provide a lifeline to struggling chefs by supplying them with a fully equipped commissary kitchen. They cooked meals for delivery, made Ukrainian specialties for fundraisers and every month selected a different charity to support.The only thing missing was customer engagement, and chefs thrive on that, Tam said. He seized the opportunity to buy The Cats brand when the iconic restauran...

Chastain: U.S. Women’s Open at Pebble Beach reminiscent of ’99 World Cup

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:34:35 GMT

PEBBLE BEACH – A nostalgic sensation overcame Brandi Chastain as she came here Tuesday to help promote the U.S. Women’s Open, two months before it descends on these hallowed grounds for the first time.Chastain envisions a landmark event similar to the 1999 Women’s World Cup, which brought overdue recognition to women’s soccer and culminated with Chastain and the U.S. team winning it all at the Rose Bowl.“That’s what I’m really feeling about this,” Chastain said after a media day press conference. “This is a chance for these women to walk into this venue and to know that they belong.”Among those eager to play Pebble Beach is famed golfer Michelle Wie West, who will be coming out of retirement to play in the July 6-9 event.Wie West, 33, said she was too young to truly understand the gravity of what Chastain and that U.S. women’s soccer team’s run did for women’s sports. But she now comprehends it.“It’s so iconic, what that soccer team did for girls and our confidence and what we...

In 2023, Trump debuts a new lie about the 2020 election

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:34:35 GMT

By Daniel Dale | CNNAdd another election lie to the long, long list.Former President Donald Trump has tried for nearly two and a half years to convince Americans that he was the rightful winner of the 2020 presidential election he lost fair and square to Joe Biden. He is still trying today, in 2023, as he seeks the Republican presidential nomination once more.But Trump’s latest supposed piece of evidence, like his previous supposed pieces of evidence, is complete bunk.In a speech to a Republican gathering in Florida on Friday, during which he repeated his usual lie that the 2020 election was “rigged and stolen,” Trump pointedly noted that Biden got more votes than Trump in fewer than a fifth of US counties in 2020. Trump then said, “Nothing like this has ever happened before. Usually it’s very equal, or — but the winner always had the most counties.”Facts First: Trump’s claim that the winner of every presidential election before 2020 a...

10 Real Money Online Casinos (Updated List): Ranked by Online Casino Games for Real Money, Fairness & More

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:34:35 GMT

Sponsored ContentThe debate surronding the best online casino real money sites has raged on – but today, we’re here to put an end to it.Our comprehensive guide is here to help by ranking the top online real money casinos, focusing on the best games, bonuses, and much more.We’ve rigorously evaluated over 150 leading online casinos, and our top pick is Ignition. This real money online casino impressed us with an exceptional selection of games, an unbeatable welcome bonus, and a well-earned reputation.But don’t worry if Ignition doesn’t tick all your boxes – we’ve got many other fantastic options for you to explore.So, are you ready to discover the ultimate online casino real money experience? Let’s dive in!Best Real Money Online CasinosIgnition: Best overallBitstarz: No. 1 for crypto usersBovada: Top choice for live dealer gamesRed Dog: Best bonusesBetUS: Best for bettingmBit: Great crypto slotsSlots.lv: Best progressive jackpot gamesCafe Casino: Exciting...

Inmate fatally shot at California State Prison, Sacramento; Second death at prison in 24 hours

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:34:35 GMT

(KTXL) — An inmate at California State Prison, Sacramento was fatally shot by a correctional officer Monday while in a fight with another incarcerated person, the California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation (CDCR) said. It was the second time in less than 24 hours that an inmate at the prison was killed. 2 armed Norteno gang members arrested after Santa Rosa vehicle pursuit According to CDCR, around 6 p.m. on Monday, prison staff saw Mario Rushing choking another inmate. CDCR said correctional officers attempted to use chemical agents and other "less-lethal measures," but were unsuccessful. According to CDCR, when the inmate being choked went limp and appeared to lose consciousness, a correctional officer shot Rushing.CDCR said Rushing was taken to a hospital, where he was pronounced deceased at 7:07 p.m. The other incarcerated person was treated at an on-site medical facility.According to CDCR, an "inmate-manufactured weapon" was found at the fight.

UC Berkeley student falls from 3-story building during party

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:34:35 GMT

(KRON) -- A female student at UC Berkeley fell three stories off the roof of an off-campus unaffiliated fraternity last month and suffered significant injuries, according to the Berkeley Police Department. Berkeley police received numerous calls on April 22 at around 12:11 p.m. about a female student who'd fallen off a fraternity roof on the 2300 block of Piedmont Avenue. Questions remain in Bob Lee homicide case Officers and medical personnel arrived on the scene and located the victim laying on the pavement outside. She was transported to Highland Hospital.The victim, described as a female Cal student in her twenties, is in stable condition and expected to survive, police said. She sustained significant injuries consistent with a fall from a high elevation, including numerous fractures and internal injuries.The incident occurred during a frat party on Cal Day. Numerous students were under the influence of alcohol, police said. While an investigation is still ongoing, police said...