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Hang Glider Flies Into Power Lines | Woman Slain In Upscale Neighborhood | Hiker Rescued: SoCal In Brief
Took a break from the news? Worry not. We've rounded up some of the stories you missed in SoCal this weekend.
LOS ANGELES, CA — As we head into the new work week, we've rounded up the stories you may have missed Saturday and Sunday to prepare you for Monday.
But before we jump into Southern California's top stories, ICE is expected to help out with security operations across the country's airports on Monday amid an ongoing partial government shutdown, impacting the Transportation Security Administration.
"I have no idea how they can contribute at an airport unless it was for intimidation purposes," Aaron Vazquez, a TSA lead transportation security officer at San Diego International Airport and assistant airport steward for the American Federation of Government Employees Local 1260 in San Diego, told City News Service on Sunday. "What are they going to do, find somebody and shoot them?"
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In other news, a new California Bill could expand legal options for conversion therapy survivors; multiple people were injured in a stabbing in Downtown Los Angeles on Sunday; a hang glider was hospitalized after crashing into power lines in Riverside County; and gas prices in San Diego continue to rise.
Also, a school district employee in Riverside County is being accused of stealing more than a quarter million dollars ' worth of equipment.
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Here are some of the stories you may have missed:
A person in their 30s was detained by police at the scene, according to NBC 4.
The hiker was reportedly suffering from a minor injury just before 3 p.m. Sunday in the hiking area of Suicide Rock Trail.
ICE Agents Coming To San Diego Airport As Travelers Experience Security Delays
"I have no idea how they can contribute at an airport unless it was for intimidation purposes," a TSA officer said.
Person Killed In Single-Vehicle Crash On I-10 In Banning
The crash occurred at about 7:35 a.m. Sunday on the eastbound freeway, east of Sunset Avenue.
Long Beach Grand Prix Association President Dies At 83
"Jim's impact extended far beyond a single race," Los Angeles Sports Council President and CEO Matt Cacciato said in a statement Sunday.
Granada Hills Charter High School Wins California Academic Decathlon
An awards ceremony was held Sunday in which state officials announced California schools that will advance to the national competition.
Hundreds Of Thousands Raised For Animal Nonprofit During Escondido Event
The event included a scenic, two-mile walk, pancake breakfast and vendor village featuring local pet businesses.
County Seeks Public Input On Behavioral Health Services Plan
The three-year plan will determine how the county can use state funds to support mental health care, among other critical services.
Suspect Arrested For Allegedly Stabbing Man In Neck During Argument
The duo were arguing in the 4100 block of Ingulf Street before the stabbing.
San Diego County Gas Prices Shoot Up Again
The average price has risen for 32 consecutive days, according to figures from the AAA and Oil Price Information Service.
RivCo School District Employee Stole $750K+ In Equipment: Deputieshan
The suspect was identified as 69-year-old Abdul Kamara.
Riverside County Sheriff's Detectives Solve 2004 Cold Case Homicide: Police
Authorities arrested 45-year-old Corey Sampson of the San Bernardino County city of Hesperia in connection with the cold case.
Hang Glider Rushed To Hospital After Striking Power Lines In RivCo
The injury was reported around 8:25 a.m. Sunday near the intersection of Highway 111 and Desert Beach Drive.
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