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Twisted Dough’s Gluten-Free Desserts Make Every Day a Cheat Day That Your Meal Plan Will Thank You For

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 11:00:51 GMT

As a wayward vegetarian globetrotter, I am always looking for healthy snacks to satiate my primordial lust for sweet decadent treats. I am often unsuccessful. The guilt that courses through my veins every time I rush down the frozen food aisle and grab the handles of those foggy glass doors makes me wonder what life is really without Cookie Dough on my spoon.An extra 3 minutes of jumping rope or an extra 2 miles of road work in the Summer breeze has got to make up for my lack of discipline, right? But what if there was something that could not only bring my sweet tooth that same ecstatic satisfaction and help my workout too. Luckily, salvation is upon us.Cheat Days are now a thing of the distant past with Twisted Dough.Twisted Dough, specializes in a wide array of guiltless desserts designed to cater to the health-conscious consumer, like me. Twisted Dough has become my go-to destination for healthier alternatives to my traditional dessert fetish.With new product launches every two ...

Officer Hospitalized after Vehicle Accident on Interstate 90 [Sammamish, WA]

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 11:00:51 GMT

Patrol Car Accident near Sammamish Parkway Injured an OfficerSAMMAMISH, WA (August 7, 2023) – Early Saturday morning, an officer was injured after a vehicle accident on Interstate 90.According to the Washington State Patrol, it happened just after 3:00 a.m., July 29th.The accident occurred in the eastbound lanes near West Lake Sammamish Parkway.Investigation showed that the patrol car was sitting on the shoulder when the vehicle veered on the shoulder and struck them.Furthermore, the officer suffered minor injuries and authorities transported the victim to the hospital for treatment.Meanwhile, the driver declined medical treatment from the paramedics.Consequently, the police did not suspect impairment as the factor of the vehicle accident on Interstate 90 and further investigation is still underway.If you’re behind the wheel, pay full attention to the road and your surroundings. Do not engage in any non-driving activity that creates a potential distraction. You can help preven...

Capturing Culinary Delights: Calvin Khurniawan, the Cinematographer Who Brings Food to Life

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 11:00:51 GMT

Calvin Khurniawan is a name that has emerged in the global cinematography scene for his unparalleled enthusiasm and distinctive style. Born in East Java, Indonesia, Khurniawan, captivated by the spellbinding power of visual storytelling, found his calling behind the camera. Initially dipping his toes into various facets of production, from interning as an art director assistant to producer assistant for Hulu’s show East Los High, Khurniawan soon realized his heart truly belonged behind the camera. Today, he is a renowned cinematographer.Khurniawan’s portfolio is rich and varied, spanning different genres in the entertainment industry. Yet, his most recent fascination lies in three interwoven subjects—food, architecture, and design—a niche he’s immersed himself in, blending these elements to create evocative and captivating visuals.Perhaps Khurniawan’s philosophy is best encapsulated by renowned director Denis Villenueve’s advice: to capture the human co...

Man and Woman Killed in Head-On Accident on Interstate 280 [Santa Clara County, CA]

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 11:00:51 GMT

Two Pronounced Dead after Head-On Collision near El Monte RoadSANTA CLARA COUNTY, CA (August 7, 2023) – Early Saturday morning, a man and a woman were killed in a head-on accident on Interstate 280.Authorities responded to the scene around 1:10 a.m., just north of El Monte Road on July 29th.Officers say the driver of a 2007 Honda Civic was heading north in the southbound lanes. As a result, the Honda struck an oncoming 2021 Toyota Avalon head-on.Medics arrived and pronounced the 23-year-old female driver of the Honda and her 23-year-old male passenger dead at the scene. Although, police have not yet released their identities.Meanwhile, paramedics transported the two occupants from inside the Toyota to a nearby hospital for further treatment.Following preliminary duties, police suspect that the driver of the Honda was under the influence. Officers blocked the southbound lanes of the interstate and motorists were advised to use El Monte Road before they were reopened around 6:00...

Woman Killed in Pedestrian Crash on Sahara Avenue [Las Vegas, NV]

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 11:00:51 GMT

82-Year-Old Woman Dies after Pickup Truck Hit on Las Vegas BoulevardLAS VEGAS, NV (August 7, 2023) – Tuesday evening, an old woman died after a pedestrian crash on Sahara Avenue and Las Vegas Boulevard.On August 1st, at around 6:30 p.m., officers responded to a pedestrian vs. pickup truck crash that claimed the life of one person.Upon investigation, the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department stated that the 82-year-old woman and an 81-year-old man crossed the street at a red light on South Las Vegas Boulevard.Furthermore, a Ford pickup truck driven by a 63-year-old man was stopped at a red light and started to move.As a result, the pickup truck struck both pedestrians causing them to be downed on the ground.Consequently, paramedics arrived at the scene and transported both pedestrians to Sunrise Trauma in critical condition.Unfortunately, the 82-year-old female pedestrian succumbed to her injuries.Meanwhile, the pickup truck driver remained and cooperated with the investigat...

One Killed in Traffic Accident on State Route 116 [Sonoma, CA]

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 11:00:51 GMT

Multi-Vehicle Crash near Old Adobe Road Left One FatalitySONOMA COUNTY, CA (August 7, 2023) – Tuesday evening, one person died following a traffic accident on State Route 116.The incident happened on August 1st, at around 7:00 p.m., on State Route 116 near Old Adobe Road.According to reports, the accident prompted the closure of some lanes of the interstate from Old Adobe Road to Watmaugh Road.Furthermore, officers advised the drivers to use other routes due to the road blockage.Meanwhile, officials have not released the identity of the deceased person.Moreover, authorities have yet to determine the events that led to the collision.Further investigation is still ongoing and details will be disclosed once available.The team at Sweet James sends their warm and sincerest sympathies out to the friends and family of the victim. May the memories of your loved one and the love of your family give you strength in the days ahead.Losing a loved one in an accident is always traumatic and...

Dog in golf cart runs over 4-year-old girl

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 11:00:51 GMT

A dog in a golf cart hit the accelerator and ran over a 4-year-old girl at a festival in Michigan.The child had no visible injuries, said the fire department in Westland, on the western outskirts of Detroit.Bella, the department’s arson dog, was in the cart’s driver’s seat at Friday’s Blues, Brews and Barbecue event when she jumped down onto the pedal.As the cart lurched toward a group of people, a firefighter in the passenger seat grabbed the steering wheel. The only person struck was the girl. “The passenger side front tire ran over her left leg,” the department said in a press release Saturday.The child was shaken up, but apparently not physically hurt. Her mother refused medical treatment beyond the paramedics’ initial assessment, and the girl was playing in a bounce house 10 minutes later.Bella will be returning to the cart “with extra precautions in place,” according to the fire department.Related ArticlesNational News | Three woman floating on a Montana river attac...

Search map: California commutes among longest in nation. How does your area rank?

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 11:00:51 GMT

Everyone who commutes to work in California knows that it fells like it takes forever to get to the office. And even though average commute times dipped by several minutes with the remote-work revolution during the COVID-19 pandemic, getting to work still feel like an arduous ordeal. But how long does it take really, and are our commute times in California really so bad compared to the rest of the nation?As it turns out, many California metro areas report among the longest commute times in America.The absolute worst commute time anywhere in America was in the quiet Pennsylvania metro area of East Stroudsburg, where commuters spent upwards of 38 minutes each way commuting mainly to New York City in 2021. But the second worst commute time was in Merced, California, where commuters spent around 35 minutes getting to work, with thousands commuting to neighboring Santa Clara and Stanislaus counties. Stockton-Lodi came in fourth, with a 34-minute average commute time with many commuters v...

A Northern California lottery player scored $500 on a scratchers ticket. He tried his luck again – and won $1 million

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 11:00:51 GMT

By Ashley R. Williams | CNNA Northern California man who says he rarely plays scratch-off lottery games turned his luck from a previous win into a million-dollar payday.Vang Cha told California Lottery officials he usually prefers playing games with bigger jackpots – like the Powerball and Mega Millions prizes that have recently soared to over $1 billion.Out of curiosity, Cha said he browsed the odds online of winning the $30 California 200X Scratchers game and the $10 million prize, according to a lottery news release.“I looked at the odds of winning and found it’s better odds than (the) SuperLotto Plus (game), so I figured I might as well give it a shot,” he said.He spent $30 on a ticket and took home a $500 prize – but dared to try his luck once more.Related ArticlesBusiness | $1.55 billion — and possibly higher: Mega Millions jackpot soars after no winner Friday Business | Friday night’s Mega Millions jackpot will be $1.35 billion Busi...

CHP investigating July fatal shooting on Highway 24

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 11:00:51 GMT

ORINDA — The California Highway Patrol is investigating a fatal highway shooting that killed a 22-year-old Oakley man late last month, authorities said.The Contra Costa County Coroner’s Office identified the victim as Brandon Valencia and said he died at a hospital July 29, a day after the reported shooting on westbound Highway 24. California Highway Patrol Officer Andrew Barclay said the gunfire happened July 28, just east of the St. Stephens Drive exit.Barclay, the CHP’s Golden Gate Division spokesperson, said technical difficulties within the CHP’s communication system prevented the agency from releasing the news via their email and social media systems. The agency was caught unaware Monday when asked why they had not released a statement on the fatal shooting.In the statement, Barclay said CHP officers in the Contra Costa division were notified about 9:30 p.m. on July 28 that somebody had been taken to a hospital after being shot while on Highway 24.The C...