Feds crack down on edibles 'almost identical' to Cheetos, Oreos and other kid favorites

Published Thu, 28 Nov 2024 11:14:08 GMT

Feds crack down on edibles 'almost identical' to Cheetos, Oreos and other kid favorites (NEXSTAR) – Federal regulators are warning marijuana edible manufacturers in several states to stop making products that imitate snack brands that are popular among children.The Federal Trade Commission and Food and Drug Administration announced Wednesday that cease and desist letters went to six companies accused of manufacturing the intoxicating products "in packaging almost identical to many snacks and candy children eat, including Doritos tortilla chips, Cheetos cheese-flavored snacks, and Nerds candy."Images of the THC-laden snacks show font and packaging art closely mimicking the candy and chip brands:(FTC/FDA)“Children are more vulnerable than adults to the effects of THC, with many who have been sickened and even hospitalized after eating ‘edibles’ containing it," said Janet Woodcock, the FDA's principal deputy commissioner. "That’s why we’re issuing warnings to several companies selling copycat food products containing delta-8 THC, which can be easily mistaken for popular f...

2 dead after July 4 Columbia County crash

Published Thu, 28 Nov 2024 11:14:08 GMT

2 dead after July 4 Columbia County crash CLAVERACK, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- Two people have died, and a Ghent man has been arrested after a two-vehicle car crash in the town of Claverack. The crash took place around 7:05 p.m. Tuesday on State Route 66 just north of County Route 18 (Fish and Game Club Road). Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! Police said a BMW being driven by Kenttory Brown, 38, of Ghent, crossed the double yellow line on Route 66 and hit a Ford Focus head-on. The Focus was being driven by 41-year-old Stephanie DeForest, of Columbia County. Police said Brown's vehicle was in the roadway and on fire after the crash. DeForest's car was found heavily damaged, off the roadway, and against a broken utility pole.DeForest was taken to Albany Medical Center with serious injuries where she later died. Homer Snyder, 57, of Columbia County, was a passenger in her vehicle. He was pronounced dead at the scene. An 8-year-old child who was also in DeForest's car had their...

Injured eagle rescued by Colorado Parks and Wildlife on Fourth of July

Published Thu, 28 Nov 2024 11:14:08 GMT

Injured eagle rescued by Colorado Parks and Wildlife on Fourth of July Colorado Parks and Wildlife executed a rescue fit for Independence Day when they responded to an injured bald eagle on the Fourth of July.Wildlife officers came to the bird’s aid after the fledgling had been behaving strangely for the past couple days in southern Douglas County, CPW said.Officers captured the injured eaglet, wrapping its body in a towel and placing it inside a carrier. The eagle was taken to Birds of Prey Foundation, a Broomfield-based nonprofit dedicated to rehabilitating and releasing injured and orphaned birds.Related ArticlesColorado News | Rescue group saves dog that fell 600 feet from Colorado 14er Colorado News | Golden eagles relocated to Summit County from Denver International Airport Colorado News | Woman rescued from vehicle stuck in floodwaters along Highway 36 in Adams County Colorado News | Bear breaks into Grand County home Tuesday, comes back Wednesday The bird will be treated for ...

Boy shot in the head by stray bullet while watching fireworks in South L.A.

Published Thu, 28 Nov 2024 11:14:08 GMT

Boy shot in the head by stray bullet while watching fireworks in South L.A. A young boy remains in critical condition after being shot in the head by a suspected stray bullet while watching July 4th fireworks in South Los Angeles on Tuesday night.The incident happened around 9 p.m. as the victim, 6-year-old Bryan Robles, Jr., was standing outside his apartment building in the 700 block of East 40th Place, according to Los Angeles police.Neighbors told KTLA there were so many loud fireworks going off, it was hard to notice the gunshots at first.Robles' parents noticed the boy had been struck by something falling from the sky but didn't know what it was at first. Then panic ensued."We just heard screaming,” said Margarita Orellano, a witness. “My husband, my son and I approached to help them out. My husband grabbed the baby to give him first aid, to see if he had just fallen or something, but he was bleeding from the head."Amid the panic, Orellano said her 911 calls went unanswered Tuesday night."I, myself, made at least 10 calls, and obviously else around us...

Pro-Trump lawyer Lin Wood gives up his law license

Published Thu, 28 Nov 2024 11:14:08 GMT

Pro-Trump lawyer Lin Wood gives up his law license By Marshall Cohen and Katelyn Polantz | CNNLin Wood, a prominent right-wing attorney and election denier, has given up his law license in an apparent move to stave off disciplinary proceedings tied to his attempts to overturn the 2020 election.Wood is formally retiring from practicing law, and the disciplinary cases against him in Georgia are being dismissed, according to court filings and a letter Wood sent to the state bar this week. His retirement is “unqualified, irrevocable, and permanent,” the court filings state.“I have retired from the active practice of law as I have been planning to do since late 2019,” Wood told CNN.The situation stems from Wood’s conduct after the 2020 election. He filed a series of meritless lawsuits after then-President Donald Trump lost the 2020 election, which were filled with debunked theories about massive voter fraud that went nowhere in the courts. He was never formally part of the Trump campaign’s legal team, though he promoted the same election...

Bay Area native still missing in Yosemite after falling into rushing rapids

Published Thu, 28 Nov 2024 11:14:08 GMT

Bay Area native still missing in Yosemite after falling into rushing rapids (KRON) -- A San Francisco Bay Area native and recent college graduate has been missing for four days in Yosemite National Park. Hayden Klemenok, 24, was backpacking with friends when he fell, was swept into rushing rapids, and vanished over Upper Chilnualna Falls waterfall, according to his family and friends. Yosemite National Park officials confirmed that Klemenok slipped into Chilnualna Creek near the trail junction at 2 p.m. on July 2. "His whereabouts are currently unknown," park officials said, and search efforts are underway. Backpackers said Klemenok was trying to dip his head into Chilnualna Creek to cool off in hot weather when the accident happened. Hayden Klemenok (Image via GoFundMe) The missing man's older sister, Taylor McKinnie, said her brother and his friends had hiked to the same location on Saturday without any problems. Klemenok and fellow backpackers all dipped their hands and hats into cold flowing water Saturday, she said. The difference between safety and d...

2 killed, 14 shot in violent July 4th in Hayward

Published Thu, 28 Nov 2024 11:14:08 GMT

2 killed, 14 shot in violent July 4th in Hayward (KRON) -- Multiple people were shot on Tuesday night in several instances of violence across the City of Hayward, the Hayward Police Department confirmed to KRON4. Hayward PD is investigating at least five separate incidents, including two fatalities.The incidents involved four shootings and one stabbing, according to Hayward PD. In total, 14 people were shot in Hayward from Tuesday night through Wednesday morning. “The sheer number of incidents in Hayward last night was unprecedented," said acting police chief Bryan Matthews. "What should have been a celebration of our nation’s independence amongst family and loved ones ended in tragedy for too many." At 10:14 p.m., six people were shot on Ranker Place near Manon Avenue, according to authorities. Two of the victims have critical injuries. HPD said there was a fight among several people before shots were fired. One of those who was critically injured is believed to be one of the shooters. Police believe there is likely at least one ...

Woman, 63, dies after being pushed by unknown person in SF

Published Thu, 28 Nov 2024 11:14:08 GMT

Woman, 63, dies after being pushed by unknown person in SF SAN FRANCISCO (KRON) -- A woman died in a San Francisco hospital after she was pushed to the ground by an unknown subject on Monday, the San Francisco Police Department said. The assault happened in the area of 3rd Street and Egbert Avenue in the Bayview neighborhood. SFPD responded at about 6:40 p.m. and found the 63-year-old victim down on the sidewalk with a head injury. Nearly 5 pounds of fentanyl seized, 3 arrested in SF drug bust The victim was hospitalized with life-threatening injuries, and she died on Wednesday. Witnesses told police that the victim was walking on the street when she was pushed from behind by an unknown woman. SFPD's homicide detail is investigating the homicide. No arrests have been made.Anyone with information is asked to call SFPD's tip line at (415) 575-4444 or text TIP411 and begin the text message with "SFPD."

Crews respond to fire at home in SF's Oceanview neighborhood

Published Thu, 28 Nov 2024 11:14:08 GMT

Crews respond to fire at home in SF's Oceanview neighborhood SAN FRANCISCO (KRON) -- Crews are working to extinguish a fire at an Oceanview home Wednesday afternoon, the San Francisco Fire Department tweeted. The public is asked to avoid the area due to the blaze at a home on 266 Farallones St. As of 6:25 p.m., the fire has been contained to the one house and is now "under control," SFFD said. No injuries have been reported, and no one was displaced.Video from the scene can be viewed in the player above. SFFD posted pictures of the scene (below). District 11 Supervisor Ahsha Safai was at the scene.(San Francisco Fire Department)(San Francisco Fire Department)(San Francisco Fire Department)(San Francisco Fire Department)KRON On is streaming news live now.embed-container { position: relative; padding-bottom: 56.25%; height: 0; overflow: hidden; max-width: 100%; } .embed-container iframe, .embed-container object, .embed-container embed { position: absolute; top: 0; left: 0; width: 100%; height: 100%; }This story will be updated.

Wrongly disposed fireworks destroy 2 homes by fire

Published Thu, 28 Nov 2024 11:14:08 GMT

Wrongly disposed fireworks destroy 2 homes by fire PARKER, Colo. (KDVR) —  Two homes were destroyed in a fire on Independence Day morning.South Metro Fire Rescue said the fire was burning two homes on Kimball Street in Parker at 12:23 a.m. Tuesday. A couple of hours later, they said one firefighter was transported to the hospital with “a minor burn injury.” Caught on camera: Guests dodge out-of-control fireworks Investigators determined the fire was caused by “improper disposal of legal fireworks” in a plastic bin outside of the garage. According to South Metro Fire, both homes were destroyed and families were displaced.FOX31 spoke to a family whose home was destroyed while they were sleeping.“It’s obviously a lot of shock and awe that this has happened to us. It's certainly more one of these things that you see on TV happening to other people and you never think it's going to happen to you,” Adam Rossi said.Two homes in Parker were destroyed in an overnight fire early July 4, 2023, that injured one of the firefighters o...