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San Bernardino County touts successes in addressing homelessness

By Staff

Asthenumberof unhoused people in San Bernardino County slows its rate of increasing, officials highlighted outreach operations as the main driver of success in efforts to reduce homelessness.

The county conducted its annual Point-In-Time Count on the night of Jan. 25 to determine the number of residents experiencing homelessness. “A key takeaway” from this year’s homeless census was the number of unhoused people grew by 1% compared with 6.6% in 2023, “which indicates progress in addressing this issue,” according to a county statement Thursday.

The results of the 2024 PITC showed 4,255 people experiencing homelessness in the county, compared with 4,195 last year. Unsheltered homelessness increased 2.6% from 2,976 individuals living outdoors in 2023 to 3,055 in 2024.

The San Bernardino County Office of Homeless Services, or OHS and the agency’s nongovernmental partners have taken steps to provide immediate shelter, increase the county’s housing and system capacity and connect with families and individuals experiencing homelessness via outreach programs.

“Although our work is far from over, I’m glad we’re moving in the right direction,” OHS Chief Marcus Dillard said in a statement. “Much of our success can be attributed to the outreach programs that we conduct on a regular basis.”

OHS staff members coordinate outreach visits to engage with unhoused individuals where they are situated to assess their needs and identify temporary housing options.

During a March 13 outreach visit, OHS staffers

encountered Tammie Turner, a single mother who was living in her car with her son and two dogs.

“I had lost my job, working at a great place,” Turner said in a statement.

“After that loss, I fell behind in rent. By the time I found a new job, it was too late to discuss the terms with my landlord, so we had to move out.”

Turner and her family moved into a hotel, but she struggled to pay the room’s $136 daily fee, officials said. When she exhausted all of her funds, the family was forced to live in her car.

Every night, Turner had to deal with the fear uncertainty of finding a safe place to park where they could sleep.

Other routine daily tasks that became serious challenges included locating water, coping with harsh weather, finding a restroom and doing laundry.

“My dogs used to bark at strangers passing by my car at all times of the night,” Turner said. “They were trying to warn us of poten-

tial danger.”

With the help of OHS staff, she and her family were able to find temporary housing in an emergency shelter, where she had access to housing navigation services, rental assistance, health insurance for her son and free legal services to help her apply for Social Security Disability Insurance for her son.

“Now that we’ve found temporary housing, I go to work with a restful mind knowing that my son and my dogs are safe,” Turner said. “Getting back on my feet has restored a sense of pride and dignity.”

Turner will receive ongoing case management services and work on securing permanent housing, officials said. The process of securing permanent housing includes developing an individual service plan, identifying and addressing barriers, finding sources of income to increase stability and locating housing units.

“We are truly blessed to have a number of people

helping us,” said Turner. “It shows that there’s still good people in this world. The program that I’m in is remarkable, and I can’t say thank you enough. Words cannot express my gratitude.”

In addition to Turner, others have found housing as a result of OHS outreach, including seven individuals who were housed during that outreach visit alone.

The OHS works with community and faith-based organizations, educational institutions, private industry and all levels of government to formulate a comprehensive countywide network that delivers services to San Bernardino County’s unhoused residents, officials said. The OHS also supports the county’s Homeless Provider Network and Interagency Council on Homelessness. Additionally, the OHS collaborates with other agencies to organize the annual PITC and countywide Homeless Summit.

More information is available at sbchp.sbcounty. gov.

Eligible San Bernardino County veterans can now apply for high school diplomas

By City News Service

The Coachella Valley Water District on Tuesdayendorsed Proposition 4, a state ballot initiative that would authorize $10 billion in debt to spend on environmental and climate projects.

Various environmental and advocacy groups encouraged the state legislature to pass SB 867 in July, which placed Proposition 4 on the upcoming November ballot.

According to CVWD’s board, contemporary water and climate problems necessitate these investments to “support reliable infrastructure, clean water and sustainable groundwater supplies.”

The board pointed to the Salton Sea and eastern Coachella Valley as two areas that could be most positively impacted.

Opponents of Proposition 4 — officially known as the Safe Drinking Water, Wildfire Prevention, Drought Preparedness and Clean Air Bond Act of 2024 — argue that a taxpayer-shifted burden could take a while to pay off.

According to the UCLA School of Law’s Sabrina Ashjian, the bonds would cost the state $650 million per year over three decades when interest is taken into account. Some advocates against the measure claim the state’s budget deficit could grow worse over time.

The amount of money authorized by the initiative is already a compromise for some California politicians. State Assemblyman Eduardo Garcia, D-Coachella, and state Sen. Ben Allen, D-Santa Monica, both campaigned

By Staff

As firefighters progress toward full containment of the Bridge and Line fires, which have scorched a combined 94,110 acres in San Bernardino County and Los Angeles counties, assistance centers for residents are available for residents starting recovery efforts.

“Local Assistance Centers” opened at the Fairplex in Pomona on Sept. 20 and The Way World Outreach in San

Bernardino on Sept. 21 and 23. The centers are “onestop-shops” where residents affected by the fire can connect with a wide range of available resources.

“Our county has worked as a united front with Los Angeles County to streamline access to vital recovery resources,” San Bernardino County Board of Supervisors Chairman and 3rd District Supervisor Dawn Rowe said in a statement. “By bringing

An outreach team meets with a man living outdoors in an encampment. | Photo courtesy of San Bernardino County.

Parolee found guilty of stabbing Indio store patron to death

By City News Service

A32-year-old parolee

who fatally stabbed a convenience store customer as he walked away from the outlet to return to his Indio home was convicted Wednesday of first-degree murder.

After deliberating one day, a Riverside jury found Vicente Angel Munoz of La Quinta guilty of the 2020 slaying of 29-year-old Maurice Brock.

Jurors announced they had reached a unanimous verdict before breaking for lunch on Wednesday at the Riverside Hall of Justice. The panel began deliberations in the nearly two-week trial Tuesday morning. Riverside County Superior Court Judge Charles Koosed did not immediately set a sentencing date.

Munoz is being held without bail at the Robert Presley Jail.

According to a trial brief filed by the Riverside County District Attorney’s Office, Brock walked to the Circle K at 79-985 Highway 111 with a friend shortly after midnight on March 14, 2020.

After the two men spent a few minutes purchasing cigarettes and other light goods, they exited the store, walking in separate directions. The brief said that as Brock got roughly 75 yards from the Circle K, Munoz confronted him, pulling a knife for reasons unclear.

The victim turned and bolted back toward the store, heading toward the entrance with Munoz “in pursuit,” prosecutors wrote.

“The clerk locked the doors,” fearing she was about to be robbed because she did not immediately recognize Brock, who was a regular customer, according to the brief.

Containment of the Airport Fire in RiversideandOrange counties was 95% Friday, Cal Fire reported, and was nearly fully contained.

“We’re doing everything we can while it’s cooler to construct those fire lines, improving them and making sure they’re tested by the wind,” Orange County Fire Authority Capt. Steve Concialdi said.

The fire authority “flew in some hot shot” firefighters recently to camp out in inaccessible terrain to stay on the blaze, Concialdi said.

“They’re camping out there so it doesn’t take hours commuting back and forth because it’s inaccessible terrain,” the captain said.

Authorities were also imploring drone operators to avoid the area because drones force aircraft to land to avoid an in-flight collision, Concialdi said.

On Sept. 23, Edison officials used a helicopter to remove damaged power poles and lines and replace them, so that will force intermittent shutdowns of traffic on Ortega Highway, Concialdi said.

If anyone sees a downed power line they are advised to treat it as if it were live because generators and the sun can reenergize a downed

“The victim was attacked at the entry doors,” the brief stated. “The defendant ... stabbed him with a knife repeatedly.”

Munoz inflicted a total of eight stab wounds, frightening away a motorist as she pulled into the store parking lot and witnessed the attack, according to court papers.

The clerk, whose identity was not disclosed, called 911 as the defendant ceased his attack when Brock slipped into unconsciousness. Munoz fled the location before sheriff’s patrol deputies and paramedics arrived.

Brock was taken to JFK Memorial Hospital in Indio, where he died less than an hour later.

Munoz returned to his family’s residence at 79-290 Camino Rosada, where he turned hostile with his brother and others, who called 911 saying “Vicente is

waving a knife at the family,” court papers stated.

Deputies went to investigate and obtained a description of the assailant, realizing it matched the man who had perpetrated the attack on Brock.

After confirming Munoz

Airport Fire containment grows to 95%

line, Concialdi said.

The reopening of Ortega Highway has led to a great deal more traffic, so firefighters asked drivers to be careful of firefighting crews in the area.

The fire, which started at 1:21 p.m. on Sept. 9, has burned 23,519 acres, destroyed 160 structures, damaged 34 others and resulted in 15 injuries, according to Cal Fire.

Of the 15 injured, all but two were firefighters who suffered minor injuries fighting the blaze, many of them heatrelated.

On Sept. 17, eight firefighters were injured when a transport truck carrying an Orange County Fire Authority hand crew swerved and rolled over on the northbound Foothill (241) Toll Road in Irvine as they were heading back to the Airport Fire command post after completing a 12-hour shift on the fire line.

Four crew members remain hospitalized in stable to critical condition while four others were treated and released, authorities said.

“Thoughts and prayers of Airport Fire Unified Command and all assigned incident personnel are with the firefighters involved in this accident,” Cal Fire said in a statement on its website.

Meanwhile, Orange

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County’s Health Officer Dr. Regina Chinsio-Kwong on Sept. 20 reissued an emergency declaration as crews continued to make progress in the battle against the flames, which will help keep state funding available to help with the costs.

Most evacuation orders and warnings have been lifted in Orange County. All evacuation orders and warnings in Riverside County were lifted Sept. 21. Residents can go to go.genasys.com/11hh53 to determine whether their homes are impacted by evacuation orders or warnings.

Returnees were urged to use caution in reentering the area because fire and utility resources were still around. Water quality and response recovery information was available at rivcoready.org/ recovery @RivCoNow.

An evacuation center is located at Foothill Ranch Library, 27002 Cabriole Way. Pets were also being accepted at that location. Large animals were being housed at Orange County Fairgrounds, Los Alamitos Race Course and Nohl Ranch Saddle Club at 6352 E. Nohl Ranch Road in Anaheim.

The following road closures were in effect in Orange County:

-- Trabuco Canyon Road and Trabuco Creek Road;

A series of other “soft closures” remained in place, allowing access for residents. Full details on closures related to the Airport Fire and other active blazes are available at fire.ca.gov/incidents.

The Airport Fire began near Trabuco Canyon Road in the area of the remotecontrolled airplane airport, OCFA Capt. Sean Doran said. Officials said the fire was sparked by the county public works crew using heavy equipment. The cause was deemed accidental.

Some 265 personnel were involved in the firefight

was the man they wanted and that he was on active parole, investigators requested that his mobile phone provider “ping” his phone to isolate his location, and he was confirmed to be at a friend’s house, where he was taken into custody without incident that morning, according to the brief. There was never a clear explanation for why Brock was targeted.

Court records show Munoz has prior convictions for robbery, domestic violence, theft and vandalism.

Friday, including five crews, six engines, 11 dozers, 10 water tenders and three helicopters.

Legal claims are beginning to trickle in to the county regarding the cause that sparked the blaze. Authorities have said it started when an Orange County Public Works crew was removing boulders.

Mikhail Trubchik, 40, said his San Juan Capistrano home was destroyed in the fire and has filed a claim for $2.3 million. He said the blaze destroyed his house, guest house and a five-car garage.

Fred and Diane Neubauer of Trabuco Canyon filed a claim for $1,043.75 for hotel expenses when they were evacuated from the area.

Two law firms have also sent letters to the county about a potential claim that requests a preservation of evidence.

The Airport Fire was one of three large wildfires burning in Southern California. The Line Fire had burned 39,299 acres in San Bernardino County and was 83% contained, while the Bridge Fire in Los Angeles and San Bernardino counties had burned 54,878 acres and was at 97% containment.

Cal Fire officials said Gov. Gavin Newsom has secured a grant from the Federal Emergency Management Agency “to help ensure the availability of vital resources to suppressing the Airport Fire.”

Indio police arrest Vicente Angel Munoz in March 2020. | Photo courtesy of the Riverside County District Attorney’s Office/Facebook

-- El Toro Road and Live Oak Canyon Road; -- Ortega Highway at Nichols Institute.

The Airport Fire destroyed this home in an unspecified location. | Photo courtesy of Cal Fire/Flickr (CC BY-NC 2.0)

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A Supreme Court justice warned that a ruling would cause ‘large-scale disruption.’ The effects are already being felt.

By Eli Sanders for ProPublica, illustrations by Michael Haddid, special to ProPublica

This story was originally published by ProPublica. ProPublica is a Pulitzer Prize-winning investigative newsroom. Sign up for The Big Story newsletter to receive stories like this one in your inbox.

Reporting Highlights

Long-timePrecedent

Abandoned: The high court rejected a doctrine granting deferencetoregulatory agencies in interpreting laws when Congress hasn’t clearly defined the scope of the agencies’ power.

Effects Were Immediate: After less than three months, parties or judges have invoked the new ruling in 110 cases, with more likely to come.

Broad Reach: The ruling has already been cited in cases on abortion, overtime pay, airline fees, protections against health care discrimination, background checks for guns and more.

These highlights were written by the reporters and editors who worked on this story.

Forheadline-grabbing drama, few Supreme Court decisions could equal the justices’ July ruling that former presidents are immune from criminal prosecution for virtually all of their official acts. But a decision in the seemingly humdrum realm of administrative law could end up having far broader consequences, affecting vast areas of American life by slashing the power of federal regulatory agencies that police pollution, food safety, health care and countless other aspects of modern society.

Lower court judges have already cited the Supreme Court’s 6-3 decision, in a case known as Loper Bright, to halt implementation of Biden administration rules on overtime pay and health care discrimination. In the past three months, Loper Bright also has been invoked to challenge regulations on everything from hidden airline fees to gun sales to abortion referrals.

Justice Neil Gorsuch, who was part of the conservative majority in Loper Bright, described it as placing “a tombstone” on a doctrine that had existed for 40 years. That doctrine, known as Chevron deference, was named after the 1984 Supreme Court case in which it emerged, and it offered an answer to a recurring question: What happens when Congress passes a law granting power to a federal agency but

fails to precisely define the boundaries of that power?

In such situations, the doctrine of Chevron deference instructed federal judges to rely on the interpretations made by federal agencies, as long as those interpretations were reasonable, since agencies typically have greater expertise in their subject areas than judges. The Loper Bright decision erased that, commanding federal judges to “exercise their independent judgment in deciding whether an agency has acted within its statutory authority.”

Dissenting, Justice Elena Kagan noted that federal courts had cited Chevron deference 18,000 times, making it “part of the warp and woof of modern government, supporting regulatory efforts of all kinds — to name a few, keeping air and water clean, food and drugs safe, and financial markets honest.” She warned of “large-scale disruption.”

Legal experts view Loper Bright as a major transfer of power from agencies to judges. “You have incredibly technical areas of law for which the U.S. Supreme Court in Loper Bright has now paved a path for individual judges, or panels of three judges, to make decisions without having the technical expertise,” said Sanne Knudsen, a professor at the University of Washington School of Law, whose scholarship on deference doctrines has been cited by the Supreme Court.

Critics of the Chevron doctrine argued that letting agencies make legal interpretations led to constant uncertainty, with each presidential administration appointing new agency leaders who theoretically could change their interpretation of the law. But critics of the Loper Bright ruling counter that the same risk exists today — at the hands of judges rather than regulators.

Dan Weiner, director for elections and government at the Brennan Center for Justice, sees Loper Bright as the capstone of a series of recent Supreme Court rulings that limit agency power. Weiner called it the “culmination of a broader

project to just cut the legs out from under government as we’ve known it since the New Deal.”

In theory, Congress could respond by writing more detailed legislation when it comes to federal agency power. But in the current political landscape, Knudsen said, that’s unlikely. As she put it, “cases like Loper Bright put more power in the hands of individual judges to decide policy questions, taking them further from the hands of the experts that Congress has otherwise delegated power to.”

Loper Bright has been celebrated by foes of regulation. The decision “gives us the thunder and lightning we need to beat back the aggressive anti-gun agenda of the rogue Biden Administration,” Gun Owners of America exulted in a press release after the ruling.

The advocacy group Democracy Forward counted 110 federal cases in which parties or judges have cited Loper Bright as of Sept. 6 — and that figure will only rise in the coming months and years. Here are some of the most consequential pending cases.Labor

Who is eligible for overtime pay?

It took only hours for the decision to ripple into a lower court. On June 28, the day Loper Bright was announced, a federal judge in Texas issued a preliminary injunction against a new Department of Labor rule expanding eligibility for overtime pay. The judge blocked the rule from being enforced against the state of Texas as an employer, explaining that his decision

“carefully follows Loper Bright’s controlling guidance.”

Among other things, the regulation seeks to prevent employers from deeming someone an “executive,” and thus exempt from overtime pay, if that person’s salary is below $43,888 (or below $58,656 next year). “Too often, lower-paid salaried workers are doing the same job as their hourly counterparts but are spending more time away from their families for no additional pay,” acting Secretary of Labor Julie Su said when the regulation was announced in April. “That is unacceptable.”

Texas challenged the rule, arguing the DOL had exceeded the authority granted by Congress in the Fair Labor Standards Act; the judge wrote that he expects to reach a final decision “in a matter of months.”Health Care Does Obamacare protect transgender people from discrimination?

On July 3, three federal judges in different states, all citing Loper Bright, issued orders blocking implementation of a new rule from the Department of Health and Human Services that would prohibit discrimination in health care based on gender identity. Mary Rouvelas, legal advocacy director for the American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network, said her group had supported the regulation because “nondiscrimination is critical for LGBTQ individuals, who

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suffer a disproportionate cancer burden.” However, the rule had become “a political football” amid debates over gender affirming care, Rouvelas said, and under Loper Bright federal judges no longer had to defer to HHS’ determination that gender identity is protected under the Affordable Care Act, which prohibits discrimination “on the basis of sex” but does not use the phrase “gender identity.”

Fifteen states sued in Mississippi federal court, arguing that HHS overstepped its authority. The states claimed the rule would force them to “use taxpayer funds to pay for unproven and costly gender-transition interventions through Medicaid and state health plans — even for children who may suffer irreversible harms.” District Judge Louis Guirola Jr. issued a nationwide injunction against the rule. The case will continue while the regulation is on hold, as will similar cases in Texas and Florida.Transportation

Can a federal agency force airlines to reveal fees?

The Department of Transportation issued a rule in April that requires airlines to, in the words of Secretary Pete Buttigieg, “inform you, before you buy a ticket, of fees they will charge you.” The rule specifies that baggage, change and cancellation fees must be disclosed the first time an airline quotes a price to a customer. At present, according to DOT court filings, “surprise costs” cause consumers to “overpay by half a billion dollars annually.”

In May, a group of airlines sued to stop the rule, claiming that the DOT exceeded its authority. According to the airlines, the agency can order them to halt unfair or deceptive practices after they’ve occurred, but it cannot tell them what their practices should be going forward. The airlines sought a stay. The DOT counters that its new regulation is based on

“well-established” legal authority.

On July 1 — the Monday following the Friday issuance of the Loper Bright ruling — lawyers for the airlines cited the case, telling the 5th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals that “resolving this statutoryinterpretation issue is a task for this Court, especially because, with Chevron overruled, only courts have ‘the power to authoritatively interpret the statute.’”

At the end of July, a panel of three 5th Circuit judges stayed the rule, concluding that the airlines had “made a strong showing that the Rule exceeds the agency’s authority.” They placed the case on an expedited path toward a final determination of whether the rule should be struck down.Employment

Can the FTC ban agreements that prohibit employees from joining a rival company?

In April, after six years of study, the Federal Trade Commission issued a rule banning noncompete agreements, which restrict workers from accepting employment with competitors for a period of time after leaving their current jobs.

The FTC determined the rule was needed because such contracts impair “the fundamental freedom of workers to change jobs,” harm innovation and are “often exploitative.” Of the more than 26,000 comments the agency had received about the proposed ban, over 25,000 were supportive, the FTC said. A group of plaintiffs that includes the U.S. Chamber of Commerce filed suit in federal court in Texas, arguing the FTC had exceeded its authority.

On Aug. 20, citing Loper Bright, the judge in this case agreed with the plaintiffs and issued a final order that set aside the ban on noncompetes, declaring that the FTC had “promulgated the NonCompete Rule in excess of its statutory authority.”

The Chamber of Commerce called it a “significant win” in the group’s “fight against

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government micromanagement of business decisions.”

An FTC spokesperson told ProPublica that the agency is “seriously considering a potential appeal” and added that the “decision does not prevent the FTC from addressing noncompetes through case-by-base enforcement actions.”Guns Can the government require background checks for firearms sold at gun shows?

In April, the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives issued a rule that would close a loophole through which guns are sold without background checks online and at gun shows.

Attorney General Merrick Garland called it “one of the most significant gun regulations in decades.” Under the rule, he said: “It does not matter if guns are sold on the internet, at a gun show or at a brick-and-mortar store. If someone sells a gun predominantly to earn a profit, they must be licensed, and they must conduct a background check to ensure that the buyer is not barred by law from having a gun.”

In May, 21 states sued to block the regulation in federal court in Arkansas. The complaint noted that the Supreme Court would soon be hearing arguments in Loper Bright and contended the ATF had exceeded its authority in adopting the rule.

Another group of plaintiffs filed suit in the Northern District of Texas, also seeking to block the ATF rule. Those plaintiffs include the states of Texas, Louisiana, Mississippi and Utah, as well as Gun Owners of America, which has called the rule “tyrannical.”

On June 11, weeks before Loper Bright was decided, the judge in the Texas case, Matthew Kacsmaryk, issued a preliminary injunction banning enforcement of the rule against any of the plaintiffs in the Texas case. Kacsmaryk based his decision in part on his belief that the plaintiffs would likely succeed in proving, in further proceedings,

the ATF

exceeded its authority. The Justice Department appealed the preliminary injunction to the 5th Circuit.

On July 10, less than two weeks after the Loper Bright decision, the judge in Arkansas went the opposite direction from the judge in Texas, denying the request from the 21 other states that he block the ATF rule closing the gun-show loophole. In doing this, the Arkansas judge cited a passage in Loper Bright that he views as supporting the ATF’s authority to close the loophole.

Much remains to be argued in the Texas and Arkansas lawsuits; both injunction rulings are being appealed on multiple grounds. But the Arkansas judge’s use of Loper Bright to support an agency’s authority to regulate highlights the still-unsettled nature of the high court’s pronouncements in Loper Bright. As the U.S. Chamber of Commerce noted, there is a need for lower courts to “interpret” certain aspects of the decision going forward.Abortion Can federal aid for family planning be withheld from states that

prohibit abortion?

In 2021, HHS issued a rule related to Title X grants, which have existed since 1970 and are intended to fund family planning programs. This rule, as described by the 6th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals, requires states receiving Title X grants to “provide neutral, nondirective counseling and referrals for abortions to patients who request it.” Tennessee had received Title X grants for more than 50 years. But after the Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade in 2022, Tennessee banned abortions with exceptions only to “prevent the death of the pregnant woman or prevent serious risk of substantial and irreversible impairment of a major bodily function.” Tennessee said it would provide counseling and referrals only for abortions that are legal in the state. In response, HHS ended Tennessee’s Title X funding. The state sued, seeking an injunction to prevent the grant from ending and claiming that HHS exceeded its authority by requiring unbiased abortion counseling and referrals as a condition for Title X aid.

Just a year earlier, the 6th Circuit, in a similar case, had ruled that HHS did have the statutory authority to condition Title X funding in this manner. In doing so, the 6th Circuit relied on Chevron deference, finding that the new HHS regulation was based on a reasonable interpretation of this ambiguous statute. (The appeals court also cited a second precedent, a Supreme Court decision from 1991 that applied Chevron deference to the same Title X issue.)

Given the end of Chevron deference, should the 6th Circuit’s 2023 decision upholding HHS’ abortion counseling and referral rule be stripped of any precedential effect? Tennessee certainly thought so. But two judges from the 6th Circuit disagreed, pointing to a line in Loper Bright that says “we do not call into question prior cases that relied on the Chevron framework.” Therefore, the 6th Circuit reasoned, its 2023 precedent upholding HHS’ rule had withstood the death of Chevron deference and, as a result, the injunction requested by Tennessee

that

had

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was unwarranted. One judge on the 6th Circuit’s threejudge panel disagreed, however, citing different passages from Loper Bright to reach the opposite conclusion. The case is now continuing in the Tennessee district court where it was originally filed.Taxes

Can the FTC stop a tax-preparation company from making misleading claims?

In January, after an investigation prompted by ProPublica’s reporting, the FTC concluded that Intuit, the maker of TurboTax, used deceptive advertising to lure customers into paying for tax preparation services when they were eligible to file for free under a program sponsored by the government. Purchases by such customers generated roughly $1 billion in revenue for Intuit and other tax prep companies in 2019 alone, according to a government audit.

The FTC ordered Intuit to cease and desist from making any misleading “free” claims in its advertising. In response, Intuit appealed the FTC’s ruling to the 5th Circuit and asserted that Loper Bright had strengthened its argument for jettisoning the decision. “Whatever ‘deference’ the FTC claimed its interpretation of the FTC Act was due did not survive the Supreme Court’s intervening holding,” lawyers for the company wrote.

Intuit is also citing a recent Supreme Court decision that found the Securities and Exchange Commission can’t bring certain kinds of suits before its own administrative law judges; Intuit argues the decision, which focused on a securities fraud case in which civil penalties were sought, should apply

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to the FTC, too. The FTC disagrees, arguing that its action, originally brought before an FTC administrative law judge, is different from the relevant SEC action. For example, no civil penalties were involved in the action against Intuit. In a sign of how much rides on the outcome in this appeal, amicus briefs have been filed on both sides by a group of more than 20 states; numerous consumer advocate groups, including Public Citizen and the Consumer Federation of America; business groups like the U.S. Chamber of Commerce and the National Federation of Independent Business; and the libertarian Cato Institute.Immigration

Can a judge review the revocation of an immigrant’s opportunity for citizenship by marriage?

During the Supreme Court’s next term, it will hear a case involving the intricate rules for becoming a U.S. citizen through marriage. The case, Bouarfa v. Mayorkas, asks the justices to consider a very specific scenario, in which a Palestinian national married a U.S. citizen named Amina Bouarfa, who then petitioned to make her new husband eligible for citizenship through marriage. The United States Citizenship and Immigration Services approved Bouarfa’s petition but then, two years later, revoked that approval, saying the couple’s union had been “a sham marriage” for “the purpose of evading immigration laws.” The question in this case is whether that revocation is subject to judicial review.

The case also reveals an unexpected potential consequence of the Loper Bright ruling. It’s typically

perceived as a victory for conservative foes of regulation, but liberals may be able to use the ruling to their advantage in certain areas. For example, in the realm of immigration, conservatives typically want more vigorous federal regulation. But in this case, liberal advocates of immigration reform are attempting to use Loper Bright to check the power of an immigration agency. “We’ll see whether the people who advanced Loper Bright might end up having a little bit of buyer’s remorse,” Weiner, of the Brennan Center for Justice, said.

Advocates for immigration reform have filed an amicus brief that supports Bouarfa’s right to judicial review by citing passages from Loper Bright. In addition, lawyers for Bouarfa have cited another major administrative law ruling last term from the Supreme Court’s conservative majority, Corner Post v. Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve, which greatly expanded the possibilities for suing federal agencies. That ruling led dissenting Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson to warn that the “tsunami of lawsuits against agencies that the Court’s holding in this case and Loper Bright have authorized has the potential to devastate the functioning of the Federal Government.”

It’s too early to say whether a legal tsunami is coming, but with the Supreme Court set to open its new term in two weeks, it’s clear that a wave is already growing.

Eli Sanders won the 2012 Pulitzer Prize for feature writing and is a recent law school graduate.

Republished with Creative Commons License (CC BY-NC-ND 3.0).

Gov. Newsom signs bill to eliminate medical debt from credit reports

By Suzanne Potter, Producer, Public News Service

Starting in January, medical debt will no longer count against millions of Californians’ credit scores thanks to a bill signed Tuesday by Gov. Gavin Newsom.

Senate Bill 1061 will ban almost all medical debt from showing up on people’s credit reports.

Jenn Engstrom, state director for the nonprofit California Public Interest Research Group, which backed the bill, explained the importance of the legislation.

“Medical debt really does not belong on credit reports,” Engstrom contended. “Unlike other types of debt, medical

expenses are not something that consumers can control, you know, you might get into a car accident, or all of a sudden you have cancer, and have these expenses.”

The bill faced initial opposition from lenders, who secured an amendment to exclude debt from specialty medical credit cards and debt for cosmetic procedures not medically necessary. The new law goes into effect in January.

Engstrom estimated one in five Californians has unpaid medical debt, which she argued saddles them in ways that go far beyond just having to pay it.

“When medical debt ends up on your credit report, that makes it more challenging to apply for a credit card or a loan, or get a house and even some employment,” Engstrom outlined. “That’s why it’s really important that California is now moving towards a fairer credit system.”

In June, the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau proposed a similar rule to keep most medical debt off credit reports nationwide. It would stop credit reporting companies from sharing medical debts with lenders and forbid lenders from making decisions based on medical information.

Survey: Only 53% of high school students think voting is important Environmental advocates call on Newsom

By Suzanne Potter, Producer, Public News Service

About 53% of high school students think voting is important, according to a survey out Sept. 16 from the nonprofit Youth Truth.

Researchers polled 115,000 American high school students, including Californians, on civic engagement and found 60% believe “helping others is important,” but only 44% feel confident in their ability to make a difference.

Jennifer de Forest, interim vice president of Youth Truth, said 30% of students translate their intentions into meaningful action.

“They say, ‘We don’t know where to start,’” de Forest explained. “And that’s the best-case scenario, because

for many students, they’ve actually internalized the message that the system is broken, and that what they have to say doesn’t matter.”

Latino students report feeling the most disempowered. Only 26% have taken civic action and just 46% believe voting is important. Many students said they are more focused on academic success and college acceptance. But they say extracurriculars like scouting, band and sports do make them feel more civic-minded.

Kate Snow, coordinator of school climate for the Davis Joint Unified School District, which brought diverse student groups together for a youth empowerment workshop, said

districts need to build young people’s confidence in the importance of their voices.

“There’s a link between how schools are engaging students and helping students see their own power and use their power, with how they see and use it in the public arena,” Snow pointed out.

The report encouraged schools to promote the importance of voting and students getting involved in their community.

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to sign ‘make polluters pay’ bills

By Suzanne Potter, Producer, Public News Service

Groups concerned about pollution and climate change are asking Gov. Gavin Newsom to sign a trio of bills dubbed the “make polluters pay” package.

Assembly Bill 1866 would increase fees on 40,000 idle oil wells and accelerate cleanup.

Nayamin Martinez, executive director of the Central California Environmental Justice Network, said right now, companies often pay fees without actually cleaning up “orphan wells.”

“The authorities are not proactively going and inspecting these sites,” Martinez pointed out. “We have a program that goes to do inspections on active and abandoned uncapped wells,

and we have found that many of them are leaking.”

The Western States Petroleum Association argued current regulations are sufficient and companies are making progress plugging their idle wells.

A second measure, Assembly Bill 3233, would protect local communities’ rights to limit oil drilling. It comes in response to a lawsuit from Chevron, eliminating a part of ‘Measure Z’ in Monterey County, which would have required companies to phase out oil drilling in that area.

Raquel Mason, senior legislative manager for the California Environmental Justice Alliance, said oil wells leak methane, a

potent greenhouse gas, and release other toxic substances into the air and water.

“Those pollutants that are coming off these wells can have different healthharming impacts like respiratory issues, different types of cancer, headaches, nosebleeds,” Mason outlined. “We hear about it too often from community members who are living near these types of facilities.”

A third bill would fine oil companies in the Inglewood Oil Field in Los Angeles $10,000 a month for operating low-producing wells near local neighborhoods.

References:Virtual meeting Calif. Dept. of Conservation 2024

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Why rising car insurance rates are outpacing inflation

By Jeannie Assimos, Way.com via Stacker

The past few years have been tumultuous in a post-pandemic insurance world. For the first time in recent memory, the auto insurance industry faces substantial loss pressures on multiple fronts. To maintain viability, rates have increased concurrently with this uptick in claims costs. Way.com provides context.

These are being driven by several factors:

Loss severity: While supply chain issues have mostly receded, the increased cost of parts and labor translates directly into higher repair costs.

Further complicating this are today’s vehicles and their integrated safety devices, parking sensors, integrated body panels and vehicle construction designed to crumple around passengers to absorb impact. What was once a “fender bender” in a parking lot that involved dent removal and paint now contains thousands of dollars in electronics and takes specialized labor to install. This is measured as loss severity, or the average amount paid out in an

average claim — and this number has seen an 82% rise over the past decade.

Loss frequency: Drivers emerged from a pandemic to newly crowded roads and a more constantly connected environment. Distracted driving is a major culprit and has driven accident rates to new highs, with more vehicle accidents per mile driven. For the first time in decades, auto accident-related fatalities have begun to increase as well. More accidents, plus more expensive accidents, is a combination of higher premiums.

Medical expenses:

Medical expenses are rapidly escalating, leading to an increased “large loss” rate, wherein policy limits are reached, frequently through lengthy court processes. These additional legal fees, medical expenses, and administration costs have far outpaced the CPI.

Carrying costs: The time from opening to closing the claim has stretched. Due to staffing limitations on the claims side and labor shortages on the repair side, claim files are taking longer, which has its own ancillary costs in

rental and substitute auto coverages and storage fees.

Car insurance costs are currently the #1 driver of inflation, and they are a substantial part of every household’s budget — and rates will vary wildly from state to state. For example, the average in Georgia would be considered extremely high in California regarding relative average premiums. Various reasons play into this variance, and rates vary significantly from driver to driver.

The core factors that drive rates are location, years of driving experience, prior insurance and loss history and driving record. A driver with a solid history of maintaining insurance, with zero to few claims, and 20 years of clean driving experience will see a much lower premium than a newly licensed driver or one with a poor driving history — however, that same driver with the lower rate could see their rate jump by simply moving to an area with a higher accident frequency or a state with increased weather risks.

The choice of vehicle

will also be tied directly to premium rates.

Every state requires some level of insurance. However, no state requires coverage for your vehicle — they all require some protection for damages a driver may be liable for due to a driver’s negligence.

Every driver who is looking to save on their insurance costs or find better coverage than what they have currently should look at what they

need to be protected against when considering which coverage options to choose from, along with their own driving habits — which may have changed dramatically in the past few years. If the vehicle is owned outright and wouldn’t pose a significant loss in the event of a theft or collision, reducing coverage to statemandated liability may make sense. If it’s the only

Dodgers win division title with 7-2 victory in final regular-season home game

By City News Service

The Los Angeles Dodgers won their third consecutive National League West title and 11th in the past 12 seasons with a 7-2 victory Thursday evening over the San Diego Padres at Dodger Stadium in their final home game of the 2024 regular season.

The Dodgers combined Will Smith’s two-run homer, Shohei Ohtani’s tiebreaking single and Mookie Betts’ two-run single for a five-run seventh inning that gave them a 5-2 lead. Andy Pages hit a two-run homer in the eighth for the Dodgers.

The victory in front of a sellout crowd announced at 52,433.gave the Dodgers (95-64) a four-game lead over the Padres (91-68) with three games to play for both teams.

It was the first time the Dodgers clinched a division title in front of their fans

since 2018.

Anthony Banda (3-2), the third of five Dodger pitchers, retired all five batters he faced for the victory in his first appearance after spending 16 days on the injured list because of a fractured left hand.

Tanner Scott (9-6), the second of four San Diego pitchers, was charged with the loss, allowing three runs (two earned) and three hits in two-thirds of an inning.

Padre starter Joe Musgrove remained winless against the Dodgers with seven losses. He was relieved by Scott with one out in the seventh inning and the bases empty and the score tied 2-2. Musgrove allowed two runs and five hits in 6 1/3 innings, struck out six and walked one.

Dodger first baseman Freddie Freeman twisted his right ankle while trying to avoid a tag at first base in

the seventh inning and had to leave the game.

Andrew Friedman, the Dodgers’ president of baseball operations, said X-rays on Freeman’s ankle were negative but he would not play in the three-game series against the Colorado Rockies in Denver beginning Friday to conclude the regular season.

Freeman was on crutches and wearing a walking boot during the Dodgers’ postgame celebration.

The Dodgers still have one more thing to play for in the regular season — homefield advantage throughout the postseason. The Dodgers have a one-game lead over the Philadelphia Phillies (94-65) in the race for the best record in Major League Baseball with three games remaining for both teams.

If the Dodgers and Philadelphia end the regular

vehicle in a busy household and would represent a significant disruption if it were no longer available, you may want to stretch that budget to ensure every situation is accounted for.

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season with the same record, the Phillies would have home-field advantage throughout the postseason because they won the season series against the Dodgers.

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Neo-Nazi Telegram users panic amid crackdown and arrest of alleged leaders of online extremist group

By A.C. Thompson, James Bandler and Brandon Roberts, ProPublica

The recent crackdown on the social media platform Telegram has triggered waves of panic among the neo-Nazis who have made the app their headquarters for posting hate and planning violence.

“Shut It Down,” one person posted in a white supremacist chat on Tuesday, hours after Telegram founder Pavel Durov announced he would begin sharing some users’ identifying information with law enforcement.

With over 900 million users around the globe, Telegram has been both revered and reviled for its hands-off approach to moderating posted content. The platform made headlines this summer when French authorities arrested Durov, seeking to hold him responsible for illegal activity that has been conducted or facilitated on the platform — including organized drug trafficking, child pornography and fraud.

Durov has called the charges “misguided.” But he acknowledged that criminals have abused the platform and promised in a Telegram post to “significantly improve things in this regard.” Durov’s announcement marked a considerable policy shift: He said Telegram will now share the IP addresses and phone numbers of users who violate the platform’s rules with authorities “in response to valid legal requests.”

This was the second time in weeks that extremists had called on their brethren to abandon Telegram. The first flurry of panic followed indictments by the Justice Department of two alleged leaders of the Terrorgram Collective, a group of white supremacists accused of inciting others on the platform to commit racist killings.

“EVERYONE LEAVE CHAT,” posted the administrator of a group chat allied with the Terrorgram Collective the day the indictments were announced.

An analysis by ProPublica and FRONTLINE, however, shows that despite the wave of early panic, users didn’t initially leave the platform. Instead there was a surge

in activity on Terrorgramaligned channels and chats, as allies of the group tried to rally support for their comrades in custody, railed against the government’s actions and sought to oust users they believed to be federal agents.

Federal prosecutors in the U.S. have charged Dallas Humber and Matthew Allison, two alleged leaders of the Terrorgram Collective, with a slew of felonies including soliciting the murder of government officials on Telegram.

Humber has pleaded not guilty. She made a brief appearance in federal court in Sacramento, California, on Sept. 13, during which she was denied bail. Humber, shackled and clad in orange-and-white jail garb, said nothing. Allison, who has not yet entered a plea, was arrested in Idaho but will face trial in California.

Attorneys for Humber and Allison did not respond to separate requests for comment.

The two are alleged Accelerationists, a subset of white supremacists intent on accelerating the collapse of today’s liberal democracies and replacing them with all-white ethno-states, according to the

indictment.

Through a constellation of linked Telegram channels, the collective distributes books, audio recordings, videos, posters and calendars celebrating white supremacist mass murderers, such as Brenton Tarrant, who in early 2019 stormed two mosques in New Zealand and shot to death 51 Muslim worshippers.

The group explicitly aims to inspire similar attacks, offering would-be terrorists tips and tools for carrying out spectacular acts of violence and sabotage. A now-defunct channel allegedly run by Humber, for example, featured instructions on how to make a vast array of potent explosives. After their arrests, channels allegedly run by Humber and Allison went silent.

But within days of the indictments, an anonymous Telegram user had set up a new channel “dedicated to updates about their situation.”

“I understand that some people may not like these two, however, their arrests and possible prosecution affects all of us,” the user wrote. The criminal case, they argued, “shows us that Telegram is under attack globally.”

The channel referred to Humber and Allison by their alleged Telegram usernames, Ryder_Returns and Btc.

A long-running neo-Nazi channel with more than 13,000 subscribers posted a lengthy screed. “We are very sad to hear of the egregious overreach of government powers with these arrests,” stated the poster, who used coded language to suggest that white supremacists should forcefully overthrow the U.S. government.

One group closely aligned with the Terrorgram Collective warned like-minded followers that federal agents could be lurking. In a post, it said that it had been in contact with Humber since her arrest, and that she gave them information about an undercover FBI agent who had infiltrated the Accelerationist scene.

“If this person is in your chats, remove them,” said one post, referring to the supposed agent. “Don’t threaten them. Don’t say anything to them. Just remove them from contacts and chats.”

Matthew Kriner, managing director of the Accelerationism Research

Consortium, said the Terrorgram Collective had already been badly weakened by a string of arrests in the U.S., Europe and Canada over the past two years. “Overall, the arrests of Humber and Allison are likely the final blow to the Terrorgram Collective,” Kriner said.

In the U.S., federal agents this year have arrested at least two individuals who were allegedly inspired by the group. The first was Alexander Lightner, a 26-year-old construction worker who was apprehended in January during a raid on his Florida home. In a series of Telegram posts, Lightner said he planned to commit a racially or ethnically motivated mass killing, according to prosecutors. Court records show that agents found a manual produced by the Terrorgram Collective and a copy of “Mein Kampf” in Lightner’s home.

Lightner has pleaded not guilty to charges of making online threats and possessing an illegal handgun silencer. His attorney declined to comment.

This summer, prosecutors charged Andrew Takhistov of New Jersey with soliciting an individual to destroy a

power plant. Takhistov allegedly shared a PDF copy of a different Terrorgram publication with an undercover agent. The 261-page manual includes detailed instructions for building explosives and encourages readers to destabilize society through murder and industrial sabotage. Takhistov has not yet entered a plea. His attorney did not respond to a request for comment.

Durov’s August arrest also sent a spasm of fear through the extremist scene. “It’s over,” one user of a white supremacist chat group declared.

“Does this mean I have to Nuke my Telegram account?” asked another member of the group. “I just got on.” Their concerns grew when Telegram removed language from its FAQ page stating that the company would not comply with law enforcement requests regarding users in private Telegram chats.

Alarmed, Accelerationists on Telegram discussed the feasibility of finding another online sanctuary. Some considered the messaging service Signal, but others warned it was likely controlled by U.S. intelligence agencies. One post suggested users migrate to more obscure encrypted messaging apps like Briar and Session. In extremist circles, there was more discussion about fleeing Telegram after Durov’s announcement last week. “Time is running out on this sinking ship,” wrote one user. “So we’re ditching Telegram?” asked another.

“Every time we have a success against one of them, they learn, they adapt, they modify,” said Don Robinson, who as an FBI agent conducted infiltration operations against white supremacists. “Extremists can simply pick up and move to a new platform once they are de-platformed for content abuses. This leaves law enforcement and intelligence agencies playing an endless game of Whac-aMole to identify where the next threat may be coming from.”

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San Gabriel City Notices

CITY OF SAN GABRIEL DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS

“CDBG LOCAL STREETS SLURRY SEAL PROJECT, FY 24/25”

CONTRACT NO. 24-03 / CDBG PROJECT NO. 602633-23

NOTICE TO CONTRACTORSINVITATION FOR BIDS

Date of Bid Opening: Notice is hereby given that sealed bids for the “CDBG LOCAL STREETS SLURRY SEAL PROJECT, FY 24/25” will be received at the office of the City Clerk of the City of San Gabriel, 425 South Mission Drive, San Gabriel, CA 91776, California, until 3:00 p.m. on Wednesday, October 16, 2024. At 3:05 p.m., bids will be opened and read aloud at the San Gabriel City Hall.

Section 3 Mandatory Pre-Bid Meeting: This is a HUD Section 3-covered construction project subject to creating economic opportunities directed toward the low-income persons and business concerns which provide economic opportunities to the low-income persons. A mandatory job walk meeting for interested bidders will be conducted on Wednesday, October 2, 2024, at 10:00 a.m. at the San Gabriel Public Works Department, at 917 E. Grand Avenue, CA, 91776. Interested bidders who arrive for the meeting after 10:30 a.m. will not be eligible to submit bid proposals. Call the Project Manager, Alan Mai at (626) 308-2825, or email at amai@ sgch.org, should you require further information.

Description of Work: The work generally consists of furnishing all necessary labor, materials, tools, equipment, and other incidental and appurtenant work necessary for the application of Type II slurry seal at various designated streets within the City of San Gabriel and the re-pavement of the Vincent Lugo Park’s parking lot. The work shall also include but not necessarily limited to following: sweeping before and after slurry seal applications; removing of grease spots (by grinding); restoration of all existing striping, pavement marking and raised markers; all necessary traffic control and public notifications to all adjacent properties to work areas; posting signs for “NO PARKING” and arranging for towing of cars, if necessary; and all other miscellaneous appurtenant work. The bid items, corresponding estimated quantities, and time allowed to complete the work are listed in the Bidder’s Proposal and Statement. All required installation and construction shall be performed by the Contractor as specified in the Project Plans, Specifications, Special Provisions and Contract Documents, and as directed by the Engineer. Engineer’s Estimate - $480,000.

The contract is to be executed within 7 calendar days after award of contract by City Council. Time for completion of the work is thirty (30) working days for all work from the date of the Notice to Proceed.

Contract Documents: To obtain the project documents, please contact San Gabriel Public Works Project Manager, Alan Mai, at (626) 308-2825 or email: amai@sgch.org

Bid Security: Each bid shall be accompanied by a certified or cashier’s check, cash, or bid bond in the amount of ten percent (10%) of the total bid price payable to City of San Gabriel as a guarantee that the awarded bidder will execute the Contract and provide the required bonds, certificates of insurance, and endorsements within seven calendars days of the of the award of contract by City Council.

Award of Contract: The City reserves the right after opening bids to reject any or all bids, to waive any informality (non-responsiveness) in a bid, or to make award to the lowest responsive, responsible bidder, and reject all other bids, as it may best serve the interest of the City. The bidder shall guarantee the Total Bid Price for a period of 90 calendar days from the date of bid opening.

Prevailing Rate of Wage: Pursuant to Section 1770, et seq., of the California Labor Code, the Contractor shall pay the general prevailing rate of per diem wages as determined by the Director of the Department of Industrial Relations of the State of California for the locality where the work is to be performed. A copy of said wage rates is available on-line at: www.dir.ca.gov/dlsr/DPreWageDetermination.htm. The Contractor and any subcontractors shall pay not less than said specified rates and shall post a copy of said wage rates at the project site.

This project is funded with the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds provided by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). Federal Labor Standards Provisions, including prevailing wage requirements of the Davis-Bacon and Related Acts will be enforced. In the event of a conflict between Federal and State wages rates, the higher of the two will prevail.

Labor Code Compliance: Attention is directed to the provisions of Labor Code § 1725.5: Per SB 854, no contractor or subcontractor may be listed on a bid proposal for a Public Works Project (submitted on or after March 1, 2015) unless registered with the Department of Industrial Relations (with limited exceptions for this requirement for bid purposes only under Labor Code Section 1771.1a). No contractor or subcontractor may be awarded a contract for public work on a public works project (awarded on or after April 1, 2015) unless registered with the Department of Industrial Relations (DIR). All contractors and subcontractors must furnish electronic certified payroll records to the Labor Commissioner for all new projects awarded on or after April 1, 2015. The Labor Commissioner may excuse contractors and subcontractors on a project that is under the jurisdiction of one of the four legacy DIR-approved labor compliance programs (Caltrans, City of Los Angeles, Los Angeles Unified School District and County of Sacramento) or that is covered by a qualified project labor agreement. This project is subject to compliance monitoring and enforcement by the Department of Industrial Relations.

Any contract entered into pursuant to this Notice will incorporate the provisions of the State Labor. Pursuant to the provisions of Section 1773.2 of the Labor Code of the State of California, the minimum prevailing rate of per diem wages for each craft, classification, or type of workman needed to execute the contract shall be those determined by the Director of Industrial Relations of the State of California, which are on file in the Office of the City Clerk, City of San Gabriel and are available to any interested party on request.

Attention is directed to the provisions of Sections 1777.5 and 1777.6 of the Labor Code concerning the employment of apprentices by the Contractor or any subcontractor under them. The Contractor or any subcontractor shall comply with the requirements of said sections in the employment of apprentices. Information relative to apprenticeship standards and administration of the apprenticeship program may be obtained from the Director of Industrial Relations, San Francisco, CA, or the Division of Apprenticeship Standards and its branch offices.

All bidders shall be licensed in accordance with provisions of the Business and Professions Code and shall possess a Class “A” State Contractor’s License at the time this contract is awarded. The Successful Contractor and his subcontractors will be required to possess business licenses from the City of San Gabriel and maintain current until completion of the project. Business licenses can be purchased or renewed at the Finance Department at 425 S Mission Drive, San Gabriel, CA.

Questions: All questions relative to this project prior to the opening of bids shall be in writing or esmail and received no later than 4:00 p.m. on Wednesday, October 9, 2024, and shall be directed to: Public Works Project Manager, Alan Mai, at email: amai@sgch.org.

Publish September 23 & 30, 2024

SAN GABRIEL SUN

Rosemead City Notices

SUMMARY ORDINANCE NO. 1022

SUMMARY ORDINANCE BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING MUNICIPAL CODE SECTION 13.17.040, RELATING TO SUBSTANTIAL IMPROVEMENT AND SUBSTANTIAL DAMAGE WITHIN THE FLOODPLAIN MANAGEMENT CODE

On September 10th, 2024, the City Council of the City of Rosemead introduced by title only, at first reading, Ordinance No. 1022. On September 24, 2024, the City Council adopted the second reading of said ordinance. The Ordinance amends Municipal Code Section 13.17.040 (C), to incorporate substantial improvement and substantial damage determinations for applications for building permits to improve buildings and structures, including alterations, movement, enlargement, replacement, repair, additions, rehabilitations, renovations, substantial improvements, repairs of substantial damage, and any other improvement of or work on such buildings and structures, the Floodplain Administrator, in coordination with the Building Official.

In addition to the requirements of the building code and these regulations, and regardless of any limitation on the period required for retention of public records, the Floodplain Administrator shall maintain and permanently keep and make available for public inspection all records that are necessary for the administration of these regulations and the flood provisions of the building codes, including Flood Insurance Studies and Flood Insurance Rate Maps; documents from FEMA that amend or revise FIRMs; records of issuance of permits and denial of permits; determinations of whether proposed work constitutes substantial improvement or repair of substantial damage; required certifications and documentation specified by the building codes and these regulations; notifications to adjacent communities, FEMA, and the State related to alterations of watercourses; assurance that the flood carrying capacity of altered waterways will be maintained; documentation related to variances, including justification for issuance or denial; and records of enforcement actions taken pursuant to these regulations and the flood resistant provisions of the building codes.

Passed, Approved and Adopted on the 24th day of September, 2024 by the following vote:

Ayes: Armenta, Clark, Low, and Ly Noes: None

Absent: Dang

Abstain: None

The full text of Ordinance No. 1022 is available for inspection during regular business hours at the City Clerk’s Office, 8838 E. Valley Blvd. Monday –Thursday 7:00 a.m. till 6:00 p.m. or at www.cityofrosemead.org.

DATED THIS 30th DAY OF SEPTEMBER 2024

Ericka Hernandez, City Clerk City of Rosemead 8838 E. Valley Boulevard

Publish September 30, 2024

ROSEMEAD READER

Probate Notices

NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF: NEIL THOMAS MARTAU CASE NO. 24STPB10430

To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the WILL or estate, or both of NEIL THOMAS MARTAU.

A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by EMILY WEST MARTAU in the Superior Court of California, County of LOS ANGELES. THE PETITION FOR PROBATE requests that EMILY WEST MARTAU be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent.

THE PETITION requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administration of Estates Act. (This authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval. Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action.) The independent administration authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority.

A HEARING on the petition will be held in this court as follows: 10/24/24 at 8:30AM in Dept. 11 located at 111 N. HILL ST., LOS ANGELES, CA 90012

IF YOU OBJECT to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney.

IF YOU ARE A CREDITOR or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of first issuance of letters to a general personal representative, as defined in section 58(b) of the California Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of a notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code.

Other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in California law.

YOU MAY EXAMINE the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a Request for Special Notice (form DE-154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk.

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To all heirs, beneficiaries, cred-itors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of SANDRA ADRIENNE WATERS A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by Michael Waters in the Superior Court of California, County of LOS ANGELES.

THE PETITION FOR PROBATE requests that Michael Waters be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent.

THE PETITION requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administration of Estates Act. (This authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval. Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action.) The independent administra-tion authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objec-tion to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority.

A HEARING on the petition will be held on Oct. 18, 2024 at 8:30 AM in Dept. No. 9 located at 111 N. Hill St., Los Angeles, CA 90012.

IF YOU OBJECT to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your ap-pearance may be in person or by your attorney.

IF YOU ARE A CREDITOR or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of first issu-ance of letters to a general personal representative, as defined in section 58(b) of the California Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of a notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code.

Other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in California law. YOU MAY EXAMINE the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a Request for Special Notice (form DE-154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk. Attorney for petitioner:

A HEARING on the petition will be held on Oct. 18, 2024 at 8:30 AM in Dept. No. 29 located at 111 N. Hill St., Los Angeles, CA 90012.

Other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowl-edgeable in California law.

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CASE NO. 24STPB10808

To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the WILL or estate, or both of HOLLY FRANCES GRIFFITH.

A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by LISA CAPURSO in the Superior Court of California, County of LOS ANGELES.

THE PETITION FOR PROBATE requests that LISA CAPURSO be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent.

The independent administration authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority.

A HEARING on the petition will be held in this court as follows: 10/24/24 at 8:30AM in Dept. 62 located at 111 N. HILL ST., LOS ANGELES, CA 90012

as provided in Probate Code section 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk.

Attorney for Petitioner

ERIC S. MCINTOSH, ESQ. - SBN 182163

MCINTOSH LAW CORPORATION

4 HUTTON CENTRE DRIVE, SUITE 900 SANTA ANA CA 92707

Telephone (714) 432-8700

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CNS-3856197# PASADENA PRESS

NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF:

RANDY G. GOODE AKA RANDY GIFFORD GOODE CASE NO. 24STPB09852

To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the WILL or estate, or both of RANDY G. GOODE AKA RANDY GIFFORD GOODE.

A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by MARTA MERCADO in the Superior Court of California, County of LOS ANGELES.

THE PETITION FOR PROBATE requests that MARTA MERCADO be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent.

A HEARING on the petition will be held in this court as follows: 10/22/24 at 8:30AM in Dept. 29 located at 111 N. HILL ST., LOS ANGELES, CA 90012

JOHN J. DONAHUE APLC 12121 WILSHIRE BLVD., SUITE 810

LOS ANGELES CA 90025

Telephone (310) 351-5434 9/26, 9/30, 10/3/24 CNS-3855685# GLENDALE INDEPENDENT

NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF: MACRINO EBRON CHUA CASE NO. 30-2024-01426077-PR-LACMC

To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the WILL or estate, or both of MACRINO EBRON CHUA.

A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by MAEGAN A. PADUA in the Superior Court of California,

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County of ORANGE. THE PETITION FOR PROBATE requests that MAEGAN A. PADUA be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent.

A HEARING on the petition will be held in this court as follows: 10/31/24 at 1:30PM in Dept. CM07 located at 3390 HARBOR BLVD, COSTA MESA, CA 92626

NOTICE IN PROBATE CASES

The court is providing the convenience to appear for hearing by video using the court’s designated video platform. This is a no cost service to the public. Go to the Court’s website at The Superior Court of California - County of Orange (occourts.org) to appear remotely for Probate hearings and for remote hearing instructions. If you have difficulty connecting or are unable to connect to your remote hearing, call 657-622-8278 for assistance. If you prefer to appear in-person, you can appear in the department on the day/ time set for your hearing.

Other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in California law.

Telephone (855) 535-2843 9/30, 10/3, 10/7/24 CNS-3856555# ANAHEIM PRESS

NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF: PATRICK JOSEPH ENRIGHT AKA MAX ENRIGHT CASE NO. 24STPB10357

To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the WILL or estate, or both of PATRICK JOSEPH ENRIGHT AKA MAX ENRIGHT.

A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by ARIADNE SHAFFER AND STEPHEN SHAFFER in the Superior Court of California, County of LOS ANGELES. THE PETITION FOR PROBATE requests that ARIADNE SHAFFER AND STEPHEN SHAFFER be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent.

THE PETITION requests the decedent’s WILL and codicils, if any, be admitted to probate. The WILL and any codicils are available for examination in the file kept by the court. THE PETITION requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administration of Estates Act with limited authority. (This authority will allow the personal repre-

sentative to take many actions without obtaining court approval. Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action.) The independent administration authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority.

A HEARING on the petition will be held in this court as follows: 10/21/24 at 8:30AM in Dept. 99 located at 111 N. HILL ST., LOS ANGELES, CA 90012

CHARLES L. LECROY III - SBN 82250

DANIELIAN, LECROY & KOLANJIAN, ALC

330 N. BRAND BLVD., SUITE 820 GLENDALE CA 91203

Telephone (818) 502-5600 9/30, 10/3, 10/7/24 CNS-3856852# GLENDALE INDEPENDENT

Public Notices

ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME PETITION OF Shelsi Iliana Castro FOR CHANGE OF NAME CASE NUMBER: 24NNCP00523 Superior Court of California, County of Los Angeles 150 West Commonwealth Ave, Alhambra, Ca 91801, NorthEast Judicial District TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: 1. Petitioner Shelsi Iliana Castro filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Present name a. OF Shelsi Iliana Castro to Proposed name Veronica Pierson 2. THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter shall appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted. Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file a written objection that includes the reason for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing NOTICE OF HEARING a. Date: 11/22/2024 Time: 8:30AM Dept: X. The address of the court is same as noted above. 3. a. A copy of this Order to Show Cause shall be published at least once each week for four successive weeks prior to the day set for hearing on the petition in the following newspaper of general circulation, printed in this county: Alhambra Press DATED: September 5, 2024 Robin Miller Sloan JUDGE OF THE SUPERIOR COURT Pub. September 9, 16, 23, 30, 2024 ALHAMBRA PRESS

SUMMONS (CITACION JUDICIAL) CASE NUMBER (Número del Caso): 30-2024-01371509-CU-PA-CJC NOTICE TO DEFENDANT (AVISO AL DEMANDADO): Xavier Chavez; Pamela Yeager; and Does 1 through 25, Inclusive YOU ARE BEING SUED BY PLAINTIFF (LO ESTÁ DEMANDANDO EL DEMANDANTE): Isabel Acosta; Olivia Acosta, NOTICE! You have been sued. The court may decide against you without your being heard unless you respond within 30 days. Read the information below. You have 30 CALENDAR DAYS after this summons and legal papers are served on you to file a written response at this court and have a copy served on the plaintiff. A letter or phone call will not protect you. Your written response must be in proper legal form if you want the court to hear your case. There may be a court form that you can use for your response. You can find these court forms and more information at

the California Courts Online Self-Help Center (www.courtinfo.ca.gov/selfhelp), your county law library, or the courthouse nearest you. If you cannot pay the filing fee, ask the court clerk for a fee waiver form. If you do not file your response on time, you may lose the case by default, and your wages, money, and property may be taken without further warning from the court. There are other legal requirements. You may want to call an attorney right away. If you do not know an attorney, you may want to call an attorney referral service. If you cannot afford an attorney, you may be eligible for free legal services from a nonprofit legal services program. You can locate these nonprofit groups at the California Legal Services Web site (www. lawhelpcalifornia.org), the California Courts Online Self-Help Center (www. courtinfo.ca.gov/selfhelp), or by contacting your local court or county bar association.

NOTE:The court has a statutory lien for waived fees and costs on any settlement or arbitration award of $10,000 or more in a civil case. The court’s lien must be paid before the court will dismiss the case. ¡AVISO! Lo han demandado. Si no responde dentro de 30días, la corte puede decidir en su contra sin escuchar su versión. Lea la información a continuación. Tiene 30 DÍAS DE CALENDARIO después de que le entreguen esta citación y papeles legales para presentar una respuesta por escrito en esta corte y hacer que se entregue una copia al demandante. Una carta o una llamada telefónica no lo protegen. Su respuesta por escrito tiene que estar en formato legal correcto si desea que procesen su caso en la corte. Es posible que haya un formulario que usted pueda usar para su respuesta. Puede encontrar estos formularios de la corte y más información en el Centro de Ayuda de las Cortes de California (www.sucorte.ca.gov), en la biblioteca de leyes de su condado o en la corte que le quede más cerca. Si no puede pagar la cuota de presentación, pida al secretario de la corte que le dé un formulario de exención de pago de cuotas. Si no presenta su respuesta a tiempo, puede perder el caso por incumplimiento y la corte le podrá quitar su sueldo, dinero y bienes sin más advertencia. Hay otros requisitos legales. Es recomendable que llame a un abogado inmediatamente. Si no conoce a un abogado, puede llamar a un servicio de remisión a abogados. Si no puede pagar a un abogado, es posible que cumpla con los requisitos para obtener servicios legales gratuitos de un programa de servicios legales sin fines de lucro. Puede encontrar estos grupos sin fines de lucro en el sitio web de California Legal Services, (www.lawhelpcalifornia. org), en el Centro de Ayuda de las Cortes de California, (www.sucorte.ca.gov) o poniéndose en contacto con la corte o el colegio de abogados locales. AVISO: Por ley, la corte tiene derecho a reclamar las cuotas y los costos exentos por imponer un gravamen sobre cualquier recuperación de $10,000 ó más de valor recibida mediante un acuerdo o una concesión de arbitraje en un caso de derecho civil. Tiene que pagar el gravamen de la corte antes de que la corte pueda desechar el caso. The name and address of the court is (El nombre y dirección de la corte es): Superior Court of California, County of Orange 700 Civic Center Drive West Santa Ana, California 92701

The name, address, and telephone number of plaintiff’s attorney, or plaintiff without an attorney, is Arshia Mardasi, Esq.(El nombre, la dirección y el número de teléfono del abogado del demandante, o del demandante que no tiene abogado, es): ALLEN FLATT BALLIDIS & LESLIE INC 4400 MACARTHUR BLVD SUITE 370, NEWPORT BEACH, CA 92660

DATE (Fecha): 01/04/2024

DAVID H. YAMASAKI, CLERK OF THE COURT Clerk (Secretario), by K. CLIMER, Deputy (Adjunto) (SEAL)

STATEMENT OF DAMAGES (Personal Injury or Wrongful Death)

To: Pamela Yeager

Plaintiff: Olivia Acosta seeks damages in the above-entitled action, as follows:

1. General damages AMOUNT

a. Pain, suffering, and inconvenience

$15,000.00

2. Special damages a. Medical expenses (to date) $4,655.00

b. Future medical expenses (to date)

$5,000.00

Date: February 5, 2024

S/ Arshia Mardasi, Esq.

STATEMENT OF DAMAGES (Personal Injury or Wrongful Death)

To: Xavier Chavez

Plaintiff: Olivia Acosta seeks damages in the above-entitled action, as follows:

1. General damages AMOUNT

a. Pain, suffering, and inconvenience

$15,000.00

2. Special damages

a. Medical expenses (to date) $4,655.00

b. Future medical expenses (to date)

$5,000.00

Date: February 5, 2024

S/ Arshia Mardasi, Esq.

STATEMENT OF DAMAGES (Personal Injury or Wrongful Death)

To: Xavier Chavez

Plaintiff: Isabel Acosta seeks damages in the above-entitled action, as follows:

1. General damages AMOUNT

a. Pain, suffering, and inconvenience

$15,000.00

2. Special damages

a. Medical expenses (to date) $4,605.00

b. Future medical expenses (to date)

$5,000.00

Date: February 5, 2024 S/ Arshia Mardasi, Esq.

STATEMENT OF DAMAGES (Personal Injury or Wrongful Death)

To: Pamela Yeager

Plaintiff: Isabel Acosta seeks damages in the above-entitled action, as follows:

1. General damages AMOUNT

a. Pain, suffering, and inconvenience

$15,000.00

2. Special damages a. Medical expenses (to date) $4,605.00

b. Future medical expenses (to date) $5,000.00

Date: February 5, 2024 S/ Arshia Mardasi, Esq. 9/16, 9/23, 9/30, 10/7/24

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ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME PETITION OF John David Cendejas FOR CHANGE OF NAME CASE NUMBER: 24PSCP00399 Superior Court of California, County of Los Angeles 400 Civic Center Plaza , Pomona Ca

newspaper of general circulation, printed in this county: Pasadena Press DATED: August 23, 2024 Bryant Y. Yang JUDGE OF THE SUPERIOR COURT Pub. September 16, 23, 30, October 7, 2024 PASADENA PRESS

ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR

PERSONS:

Petitioner Lu Huang and Junbo Fan filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Present name a. OF Dahai Fan to Proposed name Frank Dahai Fan 2. THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter shall appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted. Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file a written objection that includes the reason for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing NOTICE OF HEARING a. Date: 11/15/2024 Time: 8:30AM Dept: G. Room: 302 The address of the court is same as noted above. 3. a. A copy of this Order to Show Cause shall be published at least once each week for four successive weeks prior to the day set for hearing on the petition in the following newspaper of general circulation, printed in this county: West Covina Press DATED: September 12, 2024 Salvatore Sirna JUDGE OF THE SUPERIOR COURT Pub. September 23, 30, October 7, 14, 2024 WEST COVINA PRESS

NOTICE OF LIEN SALE

STORQUEST SELF STORAGENotice is hereby given, StorQuest Self Storage-12530 Magnolia Ave, Riverside Ca 92503 will sell at public sale by competitive bidding the personal property of: Name: Brittany Mcglory, Devin Kisiel, Desiree Phillips, Alexander Navarro, James Gray, Lashelle Parks, Georgina Maria Jose, Anthony Martinez, Cecilia Lara-Sanchez, Jose Camacho Property to be sold: Misc. household goods,appliances, furniture, clothes, toys, tools,boxes & contents. Auction Company: www.storagetreasures.com . The Sale

of the Business and Professions Code, that the registrant knows to be false, is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousands dollars ($1000).)

s. Angelina Barlow Statement filed with the County of Riverside on September 3, 2024

NOTICE: In accordance with subdivision (a) of section 17920, a fictitious name statement generally expires at the end of the five years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the county clerk, except, as provided in subdivision (b) of section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any changes in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner.

A new Fictitious Business Name Statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use this state of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411 Et Seq., business and professions code).

I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the original statement on file in my office. Peter Aldana, County, Clerk File# R-202411245 Pub. 09/09/2024, 09/16/2024, 09/23/2024, 09/30/2024 Riverside Independent

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. FBN20240007613

The following persons are doing business as: Sevenfold, 1900 S Proforma Ave Suite G-2, Ontario, CA 91761. Mailing Address, 1900 S Proforma Ave Suite G-2, Ontario, CA 91761. Parallel Ventures LLC (CA, 1900 S Proforma Ave Unit G-2, Ontario, CA 91761; Nancy Li, Managing Member. County of Principal Place of Business: San Bernardino This business is conducted by: a limited liability company (llc). Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed herein on July 31, 2024. By signing below, I declare that I have read and understand the reverse side of this form and that all information in this statement is true and correct. A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000). I am also aware that all information on this statement becomes Public Record upon filing pursuant to the California Public Records Act (Government Code Sections 6250- 6277). /s/ Nancy Li, Managing Member. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Bernardino on August 22, 2024 Notice- In accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920. A Fictitious Name Statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the County Clerk, except, as provided in subdivision (b) of Section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the

facts set forth in the statement pursuant to Section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A new Fictitious Business Name Statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411 et seq., Business and Professions Code) File#: FBN20240007613

Pub: 09/09/2024, 09/16/2024, 09/23/2024, 09/30/2024 San Bernardino Press

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. FBN20240008022

The following persons are doing business as: CIYA PET, 3238 E Orchard St, Ontario, CA 91762. Mailing Address, 3238 E Orchard St, Ontario, CA 91762. CIYA PETSUPP TRADE LLC (CA, 3238 E Orchard St, Ontario, CA 91762; RUNTAO DENG, MANAGER. County of Principal Place of Business: San Bernardino

This business is conducted by: a limited liability company (llc). Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed herein on March 21, 2023. By signing below, I declare that I have read and understand the reverse side of this form and that all information in this statement is true and correct. A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000). I am also aware that all information on this statement becomes Public Record upon filing pursuant to the California Public Records Act (Government Code Sections 6250- 6277). /s/ RUNTAO DENG, MANAGER. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Bernardino on September 4, 2024 Notice- In accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920. A Fictitious Name Statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the County Clerk, except, as provided in subdivision (b) of Section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to Section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A new Fictitious Business Name Statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411 et seq., Business and Professions Code) File#: FBN20240008022 Pub: 09/09/2024, 09/16/2024, 09/23/2024, 09/30/2024 San Bernardino Press

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 20246698949. The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: MUST LOVE,

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2543 Farview Rd, Fullerton, CA 92833. Full Name of Registrant(s) Hakuna Brands Inc. (CA, 2543 Farview Rd, Fullerton, CA 92833. This business is conducted by a corporation. Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed herein on October 3, 2018. MUST LOVE. /S/ Hannah Hong, Chief operating officer. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Orange County on September 16, 2024. Publish: Anaheim Press 09/23/2024, 09/30/2024, 10/07/2024, 10/14/2024

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 20246699486. The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: California Holistic Psychology, 25108 Marguerite Pkwy, A89, Mission Viejo, CA 92692. Full Name of Registrant(s) Kelly Karjoo, PsyD, Psychologist Inc. (CA, 25108 Marguerite Pkwy, A89, Mission Viejo, CA 92692. This business is conducted by a corporation. Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed herein on July 30, 2021. California Holistic Psychology. /S/ Kelly Karjoo, CEO. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Orange County on September 24, 2024. Publish: Anaheim Press 09/30/2024, 10/07/2024, 10/14/2024, 10/21/2024

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. FBN20240007914

The following persons are doing business as: Orange Sun Property Services, 60828 Mason Dr, Joshua Tree, CA 92252. Mailing Address, 60828 Mason Dr, Joshua Tree, CA 92252 . WebSeed LLC (CA, 60828 Mason Dr, Joshua Tree, CA 92252; Ross McMinnBorough, CEO. County of Principal Place of Business: San Bernardino This business is conducted by: a limited liability company (llc). Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed herein on July 15, 2024. By signing below, I declare that I have read and understand the reverse side of this form and that all information in this statement is true and correct. A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000). I am also aware that all information on this statement becomes Public Record upon filing pursuant to the California Public Records Act (Government Code Sections 6250- 6277). /s/ Ross McMinnBorough, CEO. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Bernardino on August 29, 2024 Notice- In accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920.

A Fictitious Name Statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the County Clerk, except, as provided in subdivision (b) of Section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the

facts set forth in the statement pursuant to Section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner.

A new Fictitious Business Name Statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411 et seq., Business and Professions Code) File#: FBN20240007914

Pub: 09/30/2024, 10/07/2024, 10/14/2024, 10/21/2024 San Bernardino Press

The following person(s) is (are) doing business as (1). ProServ Mortgage (2). ProServ Realty 20833 Hartsdale Drive Riverside, CA 92508 Riverside County Presage Financial Corporation (CA, 20833 Hartsdale Drive, Riverside, CA 92508 Riverside County This business is conducted by: a corporation. Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed herein on September 16, 2024. I declare that all the information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code, that the registrant knows to be false, is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousands dollars ($1000).)

s. Eric Carl Carlson, President Statement filed with the County of Riverside on September 16, 2024

I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the original statement on file in my office.

Peter Aldana, County, Clerk File# R-202411765 Pub. 09/30/2024, 10/07/2024, 10/14/2024, 10/21/2024 Riverside Independent

The following person(s) is (are) doing business as (1). Catalyst – Riverside (2). Catalyst Riverside (3). Catalyst Cannabis Riverside (4). Catalyst Cannabis Co. – Riverside (5). Catalyst Cannabis – Riverside 1778 Columbia Avenue Riverside, CA 92507 Riverside County Catalyst – Riverside LLC (CA,

401 Pine Ave, Long Beach, CA 90802

Riverside County This business is conducted by: a limited liability company (llc). Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed herein. I declare that all the information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code, that the registrant knows to be false, is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousands dollars ($1000).)

s. Elliot Lewis, Manager Statement filed with the County of Riverside on September 25, 2024

I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the original statement on file in my office.

Peter Aldana, County, Clerk File# R-202412138 Pub. 09/30/2024, 10/07/2024, 10/14/2024, 10/21/2024 Riverside Independent

The following person(s) is (are) doing business as Atria Rancho Mirage 34560 Bob Hope Drive Rancho Mirage, CA 92270 Riverside County Mailing Address, 300 E. Market St, Ste 100, Lousiville, KY 40222.

Jefferson County AOC CA Opco GP Partner, LLC (KY, 500 N. Hurstbourne Parkway Suite 200, Louisville, KY 40222

Jefferson County

This business is conducted by: a limited liability company (llc). Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed herein on February 1, 2019. I declare that all the information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code, that the registrant knows to be false, is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousands dollars ($1000).)

s. Dana J Laker, Secretary Statement filed with the County of Riverside on September 19, 2024

NOTICE: In accordance with subdivision (a) of section 17920, a fictitious name statement generally expires at the end of the five years from the date on

which it was filed in the office of the county clerk, except, as provided in subdivision (b) of section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any changes in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A new Fictitious Business Name Statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use this state of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411 Et Seq., business and professions code). I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the original statement on file in my office. Peter Aldana, County, Clerk File# R-202411905 Pub. 09/30/2024, 10/07/2024, 10/14/2024, 10/21/2024 Riverside Independent

The following

Eligible San Bernardino County veterans can now apply for high school diplomas

By Staff

San Bernardino County Superintendent of Schools (SBCSS), in partnership with the San Bernardino County Department of Veterans Affairs, is now accepting applications for the 16th Annual Operation Recognition Veterans Diploma Project.

Thousands of young men and women across this country left high school to serve in the armed forces and returned home to help build communities. Operation Recognition Veterans Diploma Project awards diplomas to eligible individuals whose high school education was interrupted due to military service or internment in a Japanese American camp. Since 2009, the project has honored and recognized nearly 300 county veterans.

Veterans who served in and received an honorable discharge from World War II, the Korean War, or the Vietnam War, or individuals who were interned in a Japanese American relocation camp, are eligible to participate. Surviving family members of those who meet

these requirements are also encouraged to apply for posthumous recognition.

To qualify, applicants must be current San Bernardino County residents and have been enrolled in a high school prior to enlistment or internment.

There is no charge to participate. Applications must be submitted by Monday, Oct. 14 and can be obtained at vdp.sbcss. k12.ca.us. Applicants will be notified of their status by Friday, Oct. 18 and

those who qualify will be provided with details for the ceremony.

For assistance with verification of military service and/or discharge papers, contact the San Bernardino County Department of Veterans Affairs at 1-866472-8387 or 909-387-5516.

For more information about the project, visit the SBCSS Veterans Diploma Project at vdp.sbcss.k12. ca.us or contact the Office of the Superintendent at 909-386-2412.

Fall yields to summer-like heat this this week

By City News Service

Awarming trend started Friday and will continue into the early part of this week, pushing temperatures into the 110s in parts of eastern Riverside County and around 100 degrees in the Riverside metropolitan area, according to the National Weather Service.

The agency posted an Excessive Heat Warning for the Coachella Valley and other desert locations beginning 10 a.m. Friday and ending Saturday night. Forecasters predicted the mercury will peak at 112 to 114 degrees, advising residents to take precautions against heat exposure-related impacts.

“Through Saturday, high temperatures for a few locations each day could be near record levels for the lower deserts,” the NWS said in a statement.

The heat intensity index will not climb significantly in western Riverside County until early next week. Daytime temperatures on Monday and Tuesday are likely to top out just under

100 degrees, though triple digits are a possibility in some valley locations, meteorologists said.

“(During) the warming trend ... high temperatures on Tuesday (will) range from a few degrees above average near the coast to 12 to 18 degrees above average for the mountains and deserts,”

the NWS stated.

Forecasters said ridges of high pressure settling over New Mexico and the Great Basin of Nevada and Utah will influence weather patterns over the next week, fueling the drier, hotter conditions.

In Riverside, highs over

for separate climate bonds that would have cost more than $15 billion, according to the Washington, D.C.-based newspaper The Hill.

Among the conditions of Proposition 4 is a clause necessitating that 40% of total funds should be applied to “projects delivering meaningful and direct benefits to vulnerable populations or disadvantaged communities.”

At least 10% is required to be allocated to severely underprivileged communities.

Within Ashjian’s estimate of $3.8 billion of potential funding for drinking water and groundwater issues, the bond would include $610

million toward a series of water quality projects, such as those aimed at reducing chromium-6 (hexavalent chromium) in drinking water.

Other projects would more directly impact regions in Riverside County. If Proposition 4 passes, $170 million would go toward the Salton Sea Management Program 10-year Plan, according to the district, which aims to improve air quality and related public health benefits.

The district also touted a potential $10 million investment to establish either the Salton Sea Conservancy or the Salton Sea Authority. The ballot measure also provides

funding for “agricultural conservation and climate resiliency” in farmland areas, according to the district.

“A strong and equitable climate bond on the November ballot gives voters a chance to double down on climate action,” said Climate Bond Now, a coalition of approximately 200 environmental and sustainable agriculture organizations. “(Proposition 4 would) protect our health, lives, and jobs.”

The initiative is on the Nov. 5 ballot, which includes the presidential election, several other ballot measures and races for elected offices at all levels of government.

Unlicensed motorist admits

hitting, killing Jurupa Valley woman

An unlicensed driver who struck and killed a 42-year-old Jurupa Valley woman then fled the scene pleaded guilty Tuesday to gross vehicular manslaughter and hit-andrun resulting in death and was immediately sentenced to five years in state prison.

the weekend were expected to hover in the low 90s, with overnight lows in the low 60s.

On Monday and Tuesday, however, the mercury will be at or near 100, according to the Weather Service.

In Palm Springs, the max temps was forecast to be 112 Friday and Saturday, only tempering slightly Sunday to Tuesday, with highs close to 110 and lows in the mid 80s.

The Temecula Valley will be among the least impacted during the mini heat wave, with daytime highs generally holding in the low 90s from Friday to Tuesday and lows falling to around 60, according to the NWS.

Jose Manuel Acosta Aguilar, 26, of Jurupa Valley, admitted the felony offenses under a plea agreement with the Riverside County District Attorney’s Office. In exchange for his admissions, prosecutors dropped sentenceenhancing allegations against Aguilar.

His co-defendant, 27-yearold Erika Marlene Guevara of Jurupa Valley, pleaded guilty to being an accessory after the fact. No charges were dismissed in her case.

The pair’s pleas were announced just as a preliminary hearing was set to begin before Superior Court Judge Raul Sahagun at the Riverside Hall of Justice. The judge certified the plea bargains, and after handing down the stipulated term of imprisonment for Aguilar, he sentenced

Guevara to two years’ felony probation.

Aguilar fatally struck Jamie Rena Pruitt on the afternoon of Sept. 20, 2023, in the 5000 block of Mission Boulevard, near Crestmore Road, according to county sheriff’s investigators.

Sheriff’s Sgt. Ronald Smith said the victim was walking on the four-lane corridor when a white 2012 Toyota Corolla plowed into her, then raced away. It was unclear whether she was crossing the roadway or walking in one of the lanes at the time.

County fire paramedics arrived within 10 minutes and pronounced Pruitt dead at the

scene. Smith said it was confirmed the Toyota “sustained significant damage to the front passenger side hood, fender and windshield.”

“Deputies conducted an extensive search for the suspect and the vehicle, but could not locate it,” the sergeant said. It was unclear where Aguilar was headed, or how fast he was driving. Both he and Guevara surrendered to deputies at the sheriff’s Jurupa Valley station three days later. Neither defendant had documented prior felony convictions in Riverside County.

By City News Service

2018 recipients. | Photo courtesy of San Bernardino County Department of Veterans Affairs

An enacted Proposition 4 would provide $170 million for the Salton Sea Management Program 10year Plan. | Photo courtesy of Carol M. Highsmith/Library of Congress (CC0)

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Corona man pleads guilty to lewd acts with 12-year-old girl

By City News Service

A27-year-oldCorona

man accused of leaving La Quinta Middle School with a then-12-yearold girl he had allegedly been communicating with via social media pleaded guilty Wednesday to felony charges.

Joshua Meza entered guilty pleas to six felony counts of committing a lewd act with a child under 14 and one felony count each of kidnapping a victim under 14 years old, contacting a minor with intent to commit specific crimes, showing harmful matter to a minor, attempting to sell child sexual content and possessing a knife or similar object at a school, according to court records. He also pleaded guilty to a misdemeanor count of carrying a loaded firearm in a public place.

Meza is scheduled to be sentenced Nov. 1 at the Larson Justice Center in Indio.

Deputies from the Thermal sheriff’s station responded at around 1 p.m. on May 19, 2023 to La Quinta Middle School regarding a report of a 12-year-old girl who was picked up without her parents’ consent, according to a declaration in support of increased bail filed in Meza’s case.

“The victim stated she went with the suspect willfully and admitted they

kissed and he touched over her clothing, at this time it is unknown if they had sexual intercourse,” the declaration said. “I believe he is a flight risk because he wouldn’t provide his current address, he drove from the city of Corona to meet a child and I believe he is a danger to children in the community.”

When deputies arrived at the school, employees provided them with the suspect’s vehicle plate number, according to the Riverside County Sheriff’s Department. At 2:14 p.m., while deputies were canvassing the area, Meza’s vehicle was found returning to the

Deputies searched his vehicle and found a firearm, according to the department. Meza was taken into custody without further incident and the juvenile was returned to her parents.

“The investigation determined the juvenile was communicating with the suspect via social media,” RCSD Deputy David Aldrich said in a statement at the time. “The victim did not sustain any injuries during the incident.”

Meza was held at the John Benoit Detention Center in Indio on $200,000 bail. He had no prior convictions in Riverside County.

Fire

Senior killed, mother and child injured in Riverside hit-and-run incidents

By City News Service

Adriver struck and injured a 39-year-old woman and her 7-year-old son Thursday in an apparent hitand-run at Ramona Elementary School.

The incident occurred at about 7:45 a.m. Thursday at the intersection of Yale Street and Salt Circle in Hemet, according to California Highway Patrol records. CHP officer Jonathan Torres told City News Service that the mother was pushing the child in a stroller while crossing the street and that the situation “looks like” a hit-and-run.

Torres said that the mother and son went to a hospital, with both being assessed for minor injuries.

Authorities said they received a description of the vehicle as a light-colored pickup truck but had no further information about the driver.

A 21-year-old unlicensed driver allegedly struck and killed a senior walking on a Riverside street, then fled the scene but was later apprehended, authorities said Thursday.

Leonicio Gonzalez Cruz was arrested and booked into the Robert Presley Jail Wednesday night on suspicion of hit-and-run resulting in death and driving without a license. Cruz is being held on $75,000 bail.

According to Riverside

police Sgt. Tim Jensen, shortly after 7 p.m. Wednesday, the victim, identified only as a 72-year-old Riverside man, was walking in one of the eastbound lanes of Magnolia Avenue when Cruz approached at an unconfirmed speed in a Dodge Charger.

Jensen alleged the suspect plowed into the victim, then sped away.

It was unclear whether the man was crossing the roadway or walking along the shoulder of the fourlane corridor.

Witnesses called 911,

and paramedics reached the location within minutes, rendering aid to the gravely injured pedestrian until he was taken to Riverside Community Hospital, where he died a short time later. Jensen said based on evidence collected at the scene, officers were able to confirm Cruz’s identity, and he was tracked to a residence just over a mile away on Cocopah Lane, near Collett Avenue, where he was taken into custody without incident at 8:30 p.m. Background information on Cruz was unavailable.

these government agencies and other organizations under one roof, we can help residents find the support they need without having them navigate multiple systems.”

Officials said more than 100,000 San Bernardino County residents were under evacuation orders during the wildfires, and the assistance centers served as a staging area for individuals, families and business taking their initial steps toward recovering from property damage and other losses that occurred as a result of the fire.

Over 1,200 residents attended the assistance centers and met one-on-one with a number of San Bernardino County departments, state agencies, nonprofits and other organizations.

Evacuated resident John O’Brien said in a statement, “My house was so close to the fire. I was evacuated and

couldn’t work for eight days, and I had to pay for a place to stay and (for) food.”

Resident Tarilynn Perry and her family were also evacuated and said in a statement, “I’m (at the assistance center) for financial assistance since I was at a hotel for almost a week. A neighbor told me about these (resources).”

The LACs featured support from a range of San Bernardino County departments, which provided critical services.

More information and additional recovery resources are at Prepare.SBCounty.gov. Los Angeles County residents may visit Recovery. LACounty.gov/BridgeFire. Residents may also call 211 toll free for information and other referral services 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

Officials reported these San Bernardino County agencies participated in the

local assistance centers: Aging and Adult Services offered seniors 60 and over counseling and other resources to meet basic needs.

Animal Care aided

displaced residents by helping them find housing and reuniting them with their pets and livestock.

Assessor-RecorderClerk assisted residents in

replacing lost vital documents such as a marriage licenses and birth certificate and offered property tax reassessments for homes damaged in the fires.

Auditor-Controller/ Treasurer/TaxCollector notified residents of possible tax relief and “offered help with processing, including information on how their annual bill may be adjusted if the Assessor’s Office reassesses their property due to sustained damage,” officials said.

BehavioralHealth provided crisis counseling and emotional support for survivors of the fires.

Child Support Services aided residents with child support cases.

Land Use Services gave guidance to residents on building permits and land use rules to speed up recovery.

PreschoolServices provided child care for assistance center attendees.

The Office of Homeless Services offered residents experiencinghomelessness housing and support services.

Public Health provided assistance workshop attendees with resource guides with information on how to prepare for emergencies.

Public Works informed members of the public on how to deal with debris flows and protect their property from storm damage in burned areas.

Public Works – Special Districts – Water and Sanitation answered questions regarding sewer billing and sewer spills.

The Transitional Assistance Department offered eligible attendees aid with filling out applications for public assistance benefits such as the CalFresh food assistance program and MediCal.

San Bernardino County Behavioral Health provided emotional health support and counseling services to impacted residents at the Local Assistance Centers.

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Joshua Meza. | Photo courtesy of the Riverside County Sheriff’s Department

| Photo courtesy of Ramona Elementary School/Facebook