Top 5 Bicycle Safety Tips
More Americans are using bicycles to commute, exercise, or as a primary means of transportation. However, sharing the road with motorists comes with risks. A bicycle accident involving a larger, heavier vehicle can lead to serious injury and permanent disabilities. It can even be fatal for a cyclist. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety […]
Jacob’s Journal – Weekly News Rewind: 07/06-07/10
LA Could Face 2nd Mandatory Stay-At-Home Order If COVID Cases Continue to Rise, Garcetti Warns Thursday, July 9 (ABC 7) – During a press conference Wednesday, Los Angeles Mayor Eric Garcetti warned of a second mandatory stay-at-home order if the current trend of coronavirus cases and hospitalizations continues. He also said the color-coded risk assessment […]
July Is National Fireworks Safety Month
Fireworks caused over 12,000 injuries in 2017, with half involving children and teens, which required medical treatment. During the weeks around the 4th of July, the risk of an accident is highest, as 67% of fireworks-related injuries occurred from June 16 to July 16—so no wonder July is National Fireworks Safety Month. While illegal fireworks […]
What to Do After a Dog Bite
According to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), an estimated 4.7 million dog bites occur each year. The vast majority of dogs never bite or injure humans. When a dog bite occurs, it often happens unexpectedly and, although bites are usually quick, they can cause serious injury. You may be startled, in […]
Jacob’s Journal – Weekly News Rewind: 06/22-06/26
Jacob’s Journal – Weekly News Rewind: 06/22-06/26 Reports of Illegal Fireworks in LA Have Exploded in June Thursday, June 25 (NBC Los Angeles) – According to the LAPD, reports of illegal fireworks increased by 170% compared to the first three weeks of June last year. Officers were sent to investigate complaints of fireworks 1,429 times […]
Jacob’s Journal – Weekly News Rewind: 06/01-06/05
George Floyd Mourned, Celebrated as Death Used as Call to Action Thursday, June 4 (NBC Los Angeles) – The memorial service for George Floyd on Thursday included family members, celebrities, civil rights activists, and politicians. Through prayer, mourning, and a celebration of life, Floyd, who was killed at the hands of police on May 25 […]
Jacob’s Journal – Weekly News Rewind: 06/15-06/19
Jacob’s Journal – Weekly News Rewind: 06/15-06/19 FBI, California AG To ‘Monitor’ Robert Fuller Death Investigation Monday, June 15 (CBS Los Angeles) – On Monday, the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department confirmed the FBI Civil Rights Division and the California Attorney General’s Office will review its investigation into the death of Robert Fuller, 24. On […]
L.A. Is One of the Car Chase Capitals of the World
Los Angeles, California is known for its movie stars, palatial estates, palm-lined boulevards, and the Hollywood Walk of Fame. But not everything in LA is glitz and glamour. Los Angeles is also known as one of the car chase capitals of the world and home to one of the most infamous police pursuits of all […]
Jacob’s Journal — Weekly News Rewind: 05/11-05/15
Jacob’s Journal — Weekly News Rewind: 05/11-05/15 Thunderbirds Flyover: Here’s the Los Angeles Schedule and Flight Path for the Aerial Show Honoring SoCal Frontline Workers Friday, May 15 (ABC 7) – The U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds have planned to fly over Southern California on Friday to solute health care workers, first responders, military, and other […]
Jacob’s Journal – Weekly News Rewind: 06/08-06/12
7 Los Angeles Officers Removed from Their Field Duties After Using Excessive Force During Protests, Police Say Thursday, June 11 (CNN) – On Wednesday, the LAPD revealed to CNN that at least seven officers were removed from their field duties for using excessive force on demonstrators at protests. In a statement, it said allegations of […]