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What’s a Narcissist? 

Narcissus was a Greek hunter who was known for his beauty and his disdain for those who love him. He was so self-involved that the Greek goddess Nemesis, a deity responsible for vengeance against those succumbed to arrogance, caused him to fall in love with a reflection of himself. He stared at his own reflection until he died.
A Narcissist is described as a selfish, self-absorbed and arrogant individual who craves admiration and attention. They use their physical beauty and natural charm to manipulate others into fulfilling their desires. These desires are usually superficial and short term. A Narcissist cannot hold a relationship for very long, perhaps a few months, before they are bored and will seek attention elsewhere.

A Narcissist knows he or she is a jerk and just doesn’t care as long as they are admired. They don’t care about you and don’t really like you, after all, there is only room for one person in their heart, and that spot is already taken by their own outrageous self-love. 

Source: http://www.powerofpositivity.com 

History 101

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July 22, 1934: Dillinger gunned down

 History.com

Outside Chicago’s Biograph Theatre, notorious criminal John Dillinger–America’s “Public Enemy No. 1″–is killed in a hail of bullets fired by federal agents. In a fiery bank-robbing career that lasted just over a year, Dillinger and his associates robbed 11 banks for more than $300,000, broke jail and narrowly escaped capture multiple times, and killed seven police officers and three federal agents.

John Dillinger was born in Indianapolis, Indiana, in 1903. A juvenile delinquent, he was arrested in 1924 after a botched mugging. He pleaded guilty, hoping for clemency, but was sentenced to 10 to 20 years at Pendleton Reformatory. While in prison, he made several failed escapes and was adopted by a group of professional bank robbers led by Harry Pierpont, who taught him the ways of their trade. When his friends were transferred to Indiana’s tough Michigan City Prison, he requested to be transferred there too.

In May 1933, Dillinger was paroled, and he met up with accomplices of Pierpont. Dillinger’s plan was to raise enough funds to finance a prison break by Pierpont and the others, who then would take him on as a member of their elite robbery gang. In four months, Dillinger and his gang robbed four Indiana and Ohio banks, two grocery stores, and a drug store for a total of more than $40,000. He gained notoriety as a sharply dressed and athletic gunman who at one bank leapt over the high teller railing into the vault.

With the help of two of Pierpont’s women friends, Dillinger set up the jailbreak. Guns were bought and arranged to be smuggled into Michigan City Prison. Prison workers were bribed, and a safe house was set up. On September 22, however, just days before the jailbreak was scheduled to occur, Dillinger was arrested in Dayton, Ohio. Four days later, Pierpont and nine others broke out of Michigan City. Pierpont’s gang robbed a bank in Ohio for $11,000 and on October 12 came to Ohio to free Dillinger from the Lima city jail. The Lima sheriff was killed during the successful breakout. On October 30, the gang robbed a police arsenal, acquiring weapons, ammunition, and bulletproof vests.

The Pierpont/Dillinger gang robbed banks in Indiana, Wisconsin, and Chicago for more than $130,000, a great fortune in the Depression era, and eluded the police in several close encounters. In January 1934, the gang headed to Tucson, Arizona, to lay low. By this time, four police officers had been killed and two wounded, and the Chicago police had established an elite squad to track down the fugitives. They were recognized in Tucson and on January 25 captured without bloodshed.

Dillinger was extradited to Indiana, arraigned for his January 15 murder of Indiana police officer William Patrick O’Malley, and held at Crown Point prison. On March 3, while still awaiting trial, he executed his most celebrated escape. That morning, he brandished a gun and methodically began locking up the prison officials. The legend is that the weapon was a wooden gun carved by Dillinger and blackened with shoe polish, but it may also have been a real gun smuggled into the prison by an associate. Whatever the case, Dillinger raided the prison arsenal, where he found two sub-machine guns, and then enlisted the aid of another prisoner, an African American man named Herbert Youngblood. Dillinger and Youngblood then made their way to the prison garage, where they stole a sheriff’s car and calmly drove off–after pulling the ignition wires from the other vehicles parked there.

Parting ways with Youngblood, Dillinger traveled to Chicago and formed a new gang featuring “Baby Face” Nelson, a psychopathic killer who used to work for Al Capone. The new Dillinger gang robbed banks in South Dakota and Iowa, netting $101,500 and wounding two more police officers. The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) joined the manhunt for Dillinger after he escaped from Crown Point, and on March 31 two FBI agents closed in on him at an apartment in St. Paul, Minnesota. Dillinger and an accomplice shot their way out.

In April, the Dillinger gang went to hide out at a resort in Wisconsin, but the FBI was tipped off. On April 22, the FBI stormed the resort. In a disastrous operation, three civilians were mistakenly shot by the FBI, one of whom died; Baby Face Nelson killed one agent, shot another, and critically wounded a police officer; the entire Dillinger gang escaped.

With two other gang members, Dillinger traveled to Chicago, surviving a shoot-out with Minnesota police along the way. In Chicago, he lived in a safe house and got a facelift to conceal his identity. At some point, he also used acid to burn off his fingerprints. On June 30, he participated in his last robbery, in South Bend, Indiana. The gang got away with about $30,000 at the cost of one officer killed, four civilians shot, and one gang member shot.

In July, Anna Sage, a Romanian-born brothel madam in Chicago and friend of Dillinger’s, agreed to cooperate with the FBI in exchange for leniency in an upcoming deportation hearing. She also hoped to cash in on the $10,000 bounty that had been put on his head. On July 22, Sage and Dillinger went to see the gangster movie Manhattan Melodrama at the Biograph Theatre around the corner from her house. Twenty FBI agents and police officers staked out the theater and waited for him to emerge with Sage, who would be wearing an orange dress to identify herself.

At 10:40 p.m., Dillinger came out. Sage’s orange dress looked red under the Biograph’s lights, which would earn her the nickname “the lady in red.” Dillinger was ordered to surrender, but he took off running. He made it as far as an alley at the end of the block before he was gunned down, allegedly because he pulled a gun. Two bystanders were wounded in the gunfire. Public Enemy No. 1, as FBI Director J. Edgar Hoover had deemed him, was dead.

Some researchers have claimed that another man, not Dillinger, was killed outside the Biograph, citing autopsy findings on the corpse that allegedly contradict Dillinger’s known medical record.

 

City Installs New Signs

Courtesy City of Eastvale

 

Eastvale – The City of Eastvale will be installing 18 new signs at 9 different locations throughout Eastvale to prohibit “Commercial Trailer/Semi Trailer” and “Commercial Vehicles with Gross Vehicle Weight over 10,000lbs” from parking in the Residential District, under the Eastvale Municipal Code (EMC) 10.20.160.
The following locations are where the new signs will be posted:

Northbound Hamner Avenue between Citrus Street and Schleisman Road

Westbound Limonite Avenue, West of the I-15

Southbound Hamner Avenue, South of Bellgrave Avenue

Westbound of 68th Street, East of Tarah Street

Westbound Bellgrave Avenue, West of I-15

Southbound Archibald Avenue, North of Limonite Avenue

Eastbound Schleisman Road, East of Hellman Avenue

Eastbound Chandler Street, East of Hellman Avenue

Nortbound Archibald Avenue, North of the Santa Ana River Bridg

If you have any questions please call Public Works at (951) 703-4470.

Get Your Groove Back!

Photo Courtesy: Created by Boryanam – Freepik.com

By Craig “Deuce” Doussett MPH, RDN

Eating, moving, and sleeping! Which is more important to overall health? Which of these three aspects of our daily lives will help us become the people we want to be?

Unfortunately, no easy to quantify order has been established as all three factors affect and synergize with the others. We are in equal control of these three components and, while many outside perturbations can make any one of the three more difficult, they afford us a 24-hour opportunity (circadian cycle) to maximize our health and happiness. This article will focus mainly on the sleep portion of our “Circadiome” and explain how to improve habits that bestow health. The first strategy to improve sleep benefit is alcohol moderation. Avoiding over consumption of alcoholic drinks is one of the most effective strategies to improve sleep and improve immune function. While some alcohol can help induce sleep, any more than two drinks can actually cause sleep disruption and dysregulation of sleep cycles. Alcohol contributes to frequent wakenings and night sweats. Over consumption of alcohol also drastically reduces the regulatory effect the brain has on gene expression and hormonal function. We literally make less genetic messengers (which regulate our biological clocks) when we overindulge in alcohol.

The second aspect is the foods we eat during the day and right before bedtime. For the vast majority of us, eating three or four hours before bedtime can greatly contribute to a more restful sleep. There are many individuals; however, who may benefit from a healthy snack right before bed. In these cases, avoid fried foods and foods with high fat content. These foods digest slower and give off continuous stomach acid causing sleep disturbing heartburn. Also limit overly spicy and processed foods. Much better choices would be lower fat versions of cheese or yogurt and nuts, seeds, bananas, and eggs. These foods seem to provide vital minerals and B vitamins that can contribute to the sleep cycle.

Try and go to bed at the same time every night. This can be very hard on weekends and holidays but is very important to try and match bedtime consistently tire yourself out. Exercise, physical activity, and being up and about are very important to restful sleep. Some individuals can exercise near bedtime and others have to plan exercise for earlier in the day. Experiment to find the perfect regimen!

Watch the amount of caffeine that is being consumed. Caffeine is great for early day motivation and energy but can hamper bedtime activities.

Make the bedroom a refuge. Try and keep from turning your bedroom into a second dining or living room by banning snacks and drinks form the bedroom. Also, make the room dark and relaxing, too much stimulation (sorry smart devices) can delay bedtime and rob you of precious rest.

Try sleep aids (go natural). There are a variety of sleep aids that can be useful to enhance the techniques mentioned above and many can be used safely with most ages. Some of the most widely used herbs and supplements are valerian, lavender, lemon balm, chamomile, and melatonin. Follow the instructions on the bottle and avoid overuse. As 7/12/2017 Clarks Nutrition and Natural Foods Markets :: Get Your Groove Back! http://clarksnutrition.com/index.php/blog/newsletters/2016/04/live-better-health-tip# 2/2 with all supplements discontinue use if symptoms of nausea, headache, or stomach upset arise and always make sure your doctor is aware of the supplements you take for possible interactions.

There is a reason we sleep a third of our lives. It is responsible for a third of our success. Be rested and be happy!

Disclaimer: Clark’s Nutrition is neither associated with nor profits from the above-linked pure-science project.

Craig “Deuce” Doussett MPH, RDN (mailto:website@clarksnutrition.com)

Homeownership is Good for Parents Too!

Nef Cortez

By Nef Cortez

I wrote last week on “Homeownership is Good for Kids!” I explained how in many ways, homeownership impacts children’s development in positive ways. In my 41 year career in the real estate industry, I have seen many instances of this lived out, where my clients bought a home and were able to provide that stable environment for their children. This article explains how homeownership is also good for the parents of those children.

One of the most important benefits to the healthy development of a child is that loving, stable home environment.  Parents who commit to providing that for their children and enhance that effort through the purchase of a home are usually rewarded with the financial benefit of growing equity over the long term.

A stable monthly housing expense is critical to providing that stable home environment that we seek for our children.  Ideally, when buying a home, one is able to qualify for a fixed rate mortgage.  Loan payments are calculated to amortize or pay off over a period of 15, 20, or 30 years. Choosing one with a fixed rate keeps the payments stable and predictable.  If one can make the payments initially- based on the “rule of thumb” that one’s payment should not exceed about a third of one’s monthly income-then it should not be a problem making the payments year in and year out. (This, of course, is barring any unforeseen negative circumstances that may come up, such as loss of job or long-term illness) As time goes by, the equity in the home grows through the pay down of the principal balance or loan amount.  This is a form of “forced savings”, an additional benefit.  Usually, the equity  is increased even more so  through appreciation of property values over time.

Mortgage interest and property taxes paid on the purchase of a home are tax deductible, and are another benefit to homeownership.  This reduces the net or effective payment that the homebuyer makes.  In many cases, the net or effective monthly payment ends up being less than what it would cost to rent a comparable property.  Consistently making the mortgage payment on time will also improve one’s credit, thereby providing an additional benefit of better terms on other interest-bearing debt, such as car loans, student loans, or credit cards.  Factors that contribute to a better financial credit picture will contribute to a healthier financial position. Wealth creation is dependent on good fiscal management, and lower costs on debt supports that effort.

This article was written by Nef Cortez, a licensed Real Estate Broker, Ca BRE # 00560181 since 1976. He can be reached via e-mail at nefcortez@gmail.com.  Please feel free to email any questions regarding real estate.

 

Monster-In-Laws

By Sarah Sanchez

There’s a movie called Monster-In-Law that came out in 2005, starring Jennifer Lopez and Michael Vartan. The two actors play a couple that fall in love and are engaged to be married. But Michael’s mother, played by Jane Fonda, makes it a mission to tear the couple apart. She’s defined as the “Monster-In-Law”, as she goes to extreme measures to make sure her little boy doesn’t get married.

The movie was such a hit because many couples have been in similar situations with their in-laws; many probably consider them to be their “Monster-In-Laws”. In-laws have such a bad rep that new brides will often complain about her husband’s family (or vice versa). Maybe there is a mother-in-law that is too involved or too controlling, or a sibling that disapproves of the bride. Then, a division will be created because the groom suddenly has to pick sides between his bride and his family. Or maybe it’s vice versa and the conflict is with the bride’s family. The situations usually have one similarity: there’s a problem with the in-laws.

But I don’t believe this has to be the norm. The issue that couples don’t realize is that when two people get married, two worlds are colliding into one. There are two different families who were raised differently, act differently, and have different views than what the other is used to. It’s not bad, it’s just different; but we often think it’s wrong.

It’s easy to talk badly about the in-laws or cut them off completely after a disagreement. But as I wrote in a previous article called Ten Things They Don’t Tell You About Marriage, #4 states that “When You Say ‘I Do’, You Marry The Family Too”. The in-laws are not going anywhere. When you decide to get married, you marry your spouse and his/her family. They are now your family too.

That might be a scary thought for some of you and maybe even a deal breaker. But it doesn’t have to be. The way I see it is that we should be thankful to have our in-laws because it just means we have more people to love! Many people in this world don’t even have a family due to loss or unfortunate situations. But here we are with four potential avenues of family: our mom’s family, dad’s family, spouse’s mom’s family, and spouse’s dad’s family. That’s four sets of people that we have the opportunity to love, to get to know, and hopefully receive love from. We should put our differences aside and take advantage of these people placed in our lives.

Family is everything to me and I’m thankful to have so much family, both relatives and in-laws.

The day I married my husband was the day I gained a spouse, but it was also the day my husband’s cousins became my cousins, his aunts became my aunts, and his uncles became my uncles too. And when we have kids one day, my kids won’t know them as my in-laws or even Monster-In-Laws. They will know them as their aunts, uncles, cousins, and grandparents. They will know them all as our family.

Looks Like It’s NO On Measure H

By Michael Armijo

 

Chino – Chino has spoken and their voice was heard. NO on H won, so this means there will be no zone changes for the proposed property and general plan.
Yesterday, Tuesday, July 11, a special election was held for the city of Chino registered voters to vote on Measure H, which would have amended the general plan the Chino Municipal Code. But it did not pass so no amendment will happen.
The Special Election was held to submit Measure H to voters within the City of Chino. Voters decided whether to amend the Chino General Plan and the Chino Municipal Code. The Registrar of Voters of the County of San Bernardino conducted the special election and canvassed the returns for Measure H.
“It has been defeated,”  Cyn Geithman Sielen, a volunteer on the No On H Committee, Protect Chino. “It was a team effort and we all worked hard to preserve our community.”
The Ballot Question was: Shall Ordinance No. 2017-004, entitled “Shall Ordinance No. 2017-004, entitled “An Ordinance of the People of the City of Chino, California, to Enact Section No. 20.15.160 of the Chino Municipal Code Converting 29.7 Acres From the General Plan Designation of RD 1 to RD 4.5, RD 8, and RD 12 Generally Located Between Vernon Avenue and Benson Avenue, South of Adams Street, and North of the Chino Promenade Shopping Center and rezoning the same from an RD 1 designation to RD 4.5, RD 8, RD 12 designations” be adopted?”
So what does that mean in layman’s terms? A large housing development would’ve been built if passed July 11. Developer D.R. Horton planned to build 180 homes in north Chino if the special election ballot had passed.
There was both an opposition and a proposition to this ballot in and around the surrounding neighborhoods. If approved, the measure stipulated that 20 acres of rural land south of Francis Avenue would’ve been rezoned. In place of rural space would’ve been 12 single-family homes, 87 detached single-family homes, and 73 condos.
The two groups, those opposing Measure H which had organized a committee “PROTECT CHINO” and the supporting Measure H called “Support Chino Jobs and Schools, Yes, on Measure H,” had been dueling for the ballot measure.
Currently, 30 acres of parceled land north of Cinemark Movies in Chino is zoned for one house per acre, possessing the grazing land and 8 single-family houses. In a Chino City Council meeting in April, the council voted 4-1 to place Measure H on the ballot for citywide election.
“Thank you for all your hard work!!” said Kristi Schwartz, an avid supporter of the NO movement said on social media this morning.
“Thank you, Laura, for being involved in this amazing effort,” said Chino Mayor Eunice Ulla in the same thread.
The property owners of the rural land are long-time Chino residents, and state that this development would’ve been a benefit for the city. Matt Evans and father-in-law Ron Brewer, stated that more than 600 Chino residents have expressed support for the project. Unfortunately, it was only 25% of the vote and just wasn’t enough.
“This just goes to show your vote DOES count,” added Daniel and Brenda Strong.

#measureh #chino #noonh #noonmeasureh #chinodevelopmen

 

DB Auto Burglary

By Michael Armijo

Diamond Bar – An auto burglary was reported last week at Steep Canyon Trail near the hiking trail, residents reported.

“Just a heads up, my daughter went hiking (Monday) morning and her car was broken into,” said Gabriel Amaya on social media, who is a long time resident of Diamond Bar. “We’ve been here numerous times without any problem.”

“Please be on the lookout for this SUV,” Amaya added. “It also has a broken side passenger window so it shouldn’t be hard to spot.” The description of the vehicle appears to be an older model Chevy Suburban, gray in color. You can see the video at https://www.facebook.com/TheWeeklyNews/  “We were able to get this (video) from a close neighbor who had cameras in her property. If you see this vehicle please take picture of license plate and or call police.“

The recent increase in burglary crimes can be attributed to the summer school break and the trying economy, but also the weather. According to http://www.bjs.gov, In all of the years except 1995, rates of household property victimization appeared highest in summer and lowest in either winter or spring. “Statistical analysis of the seasonal rates indicates that they were higher in the summer than in the other seasons of the year,” the report said.

Rates of total household property victimization include burglary, motor vehicle theft, and household larceny. Compared to summer rates, household property victimization rates were an average of about 7% lower in winter, 8% lower in spring, and 3% lower in fall. Therefore, the difference between rates in the summer and other seasons was relatively small, but noticeable.

If anyone has any information after viewing the video at https://www.facebook.com/TheWeeklyNews/, please contact the Walnut Diamond Bar Sheriff Station at 909.595.2264.

Southwestern Stuffed Peppers

with Ground Beef, Quinoa and Monterey Jack Cheese

 

Photo courtesy: Hello Fresh

By Hello Fresh

 

Cooking Time: 30 mins

Servings: 4

Nutrition: 710 Calories

Ingredients:

 

  • Chicken Stock Concentrate- 2
  • Yellow Onion- 2
  • Scallions- 4
  • Lime- 2
  • Quinoa- 1 Cup
  • Ground Beef- 16 oz
  • Southwest Spice Blend- 2 tsp
  • Red Bell Pepper- 2
  • Yellow Bell Pepper- 2
  • Crushed Tomatoes- 2 Boxes
  • Monterey Jack Cheese- 1 Cup

1 PREHEAT AND PREP Wash and dry all produce. Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Bring 1 cup water, stock concentrate, and a pinch of salt to a boil in a small pot. Halve, peel, and dice onion. Trim, then thinly slice scallions. Cut lime into wedges.

2  COOK QUINOA  Once water is boiling, add quino to pot. Cover, lower heat, and reduce to a simmer. Cook until tender, 15-20 minutes.

3 START FILLING  Heat a drizzle of olive oil in a large pan over medium-high heat. Add onion and scallions and cook, tossing, until softened, 4-5 minutes. Season with salt and pepper. Add ground beef, breaking up meat into pieces. Cook until browned, 3-4 minutes. Stir in Southwest spice blend and cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Season with salt and pepper.

4  PREP AND ROAST PEPPERS While onions and beef cook, halve bell peppers lengthwise, then remove white ribs and seeds. Rub with a drizzle of olive oil, then season with salt and pepper. Place on a baking sheet. Roast in oven until softened, 5-7 minutes. Once cool enough to handle, arrange bell peppers cut-side up on baking sheet.

5 FINISH FILLING  Stir crushed tomatoes into pan with beef and bring to a simmer. Let simmer until flavors have come together and tomatoes have reduced slightly, about 5 minutes. Once quinoa has finished cooking, add it to pan and stir to combine. Season with salt and pepper.

6 BAKE AND SERVE  Stuff bell peppers with as much filling as will fit. Sprinkle Monterey Jack cheese over top of each. Return to oven and continue roasting until very soft, about 10 minutes. Divide remaining filling between plates, then place stuffed peppers on top. Serve with lime wedges on the side for squeezing over.

Safe Drug Drop Off Program

By Walnut/DB Sheriff’s Station
Do not flush unused, unwanted, and expired medications down the toilet or put them in drains!

How should I dispose of my medications?

For your convenience, the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department offers a Safe Drug Drop Off program where both controlled and non-controlled substances are accepted. Take medications/drugs to the Walnut Diamond Bar Sheriff’s Station for safe and anonymous disposal. The mailboxes on the front steps of the Walnut Diamond Bar Sheriff’s Station are designated for anonymous drop-off of all types of drugs.

You can also return your medications to a pharmacy near you. Some pharmacies offer take-back and/or mail-back programs.

What kind of medications/drugs can be dropped off?

Prescription medications
Illegal drugs
Over-the-counter medications
Aspirin, ibuprofen, etc.
Cold/flu remedies
Birth control pills
Hormone replacement drugs
Veterinary medicines
Codeine, phenobarbital, and anabolic steroids, narcotics, tranquilizers, etc

Why is this important?

Medications flushed down the toilet or in drains pass through the sewer system and eventually enter our streams, lakes, and rivers. Medicines and synthetic hormones have been detected in trace amounts in bodies of water. This could lead to increased bacterial resistance to antibiotics and interference with growth and reproduction in aquatic organisms such as fish, frogs and all marine life.

The presence of medications in the environment is a complex issue and the risk to humans and the environment is still being determined. With tens of thousands of medicinal products on the market and more being developed each year, the long-term risks have not been determined on the effects on the environment. However, in order to minimize the potential negative and irreversible impacts, it is important that we limit the disposal of waste medications to the sewer.

(Some excerpts taken from Los Angeles Department of Public Works, Environmental Programs Division)
Contact Information: Walnut-Diamond Bar Sheriff Station – 909-595-2264,

 

Pomona Police make arrest in double shooting

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DATE / TIME:   Monday, July 17, 2017 / 11:14 AM
LOCATION:   3000 Blk of Battram St., Pomona Ca.

CRIME:  245 PC – Assault With a Deadly Weapon

VICTIM: Anthony Tucker Jr., 21 years old, Pomona Resident
William Washington, 83 years old, Pomona Resident

SUSPECT:   Unknown

SUSPECT VEHICLE:  Grey Chevy Impala

UNIT:   Patrol Division / Investigative Services Division

NARRATIVE: On Monday, July 17, 2017, at approximately 11:14 AM, officers were dispatched to the 3000 block of Battram St. on reports of two victims of a shooting. On arrival, officers located two male adults suffering from gunshot wounds. Both victims were treated at the scene by emergency personnel and transported to a local hospital where they are currently listed in stable condition.

Based on preliminary information obtained by patrol personnel, a vehicle was located and has been recovered as evidence. A subject has been arrested and is believed to have been involved in this incident.  Detectives and patrol personnel are continuing their investigation and are still looking for additional suspects.

Anyone with information regarding this incident is encouraged to contact the Pomona Police Department at 909-620-2085.

If you prefer to provide information anonymously, you may call “Crime Stoppers” by dialing (800) 222-TIPS (8477), use your smartphone by downloading the “P3 Tips” Mobile APP on Google play or the Apple App Store or by using the website http://lacrimestoppers.org.

Beware: Suspicious Person Sought By Chino Hills PD

Be Aware and on the lookout for a guy in black pants, black shirt, shaved head, tattoo’s all over and wearing reading glasses on a mountain bike!!! He was hiding a bike behind our block wall in the Hunters Hill Community right off of Butterfield Ranch Road. One of our neighbors called the police! He took off on the bike as soon as my husband made eye contact with him and headed north on Butterfield Ranch Road.!! If you see someone that fits his description please call the Chino Hills Police department. Thank you!!!

(This was alert by a resident, in the southern part of Chino Hills near 71 freeway. Not far from Eastvale border. Always report suspicious persons in our communities)  #lookout #chino #suspiciousperson #chinohills #butterfield

Chino Hills PD Arrest After Pursuit

Date/Time: Thursday, July 6, 2017/11:37 A.M.

Incident: Failure to Yield & Possession of Stolen Property
Location: Norton Avenue near Francis Avenue, Chino
Suspects: Julieanna Gallegos, 19-year-old resident of Chino
David Thomas Jenkins, 21-year-old resident of Chino
Victims: Confidential

Summary:

On Thursday, July 6, 2017 at about 11:37 AM, deputies from the Chino Hills Station conducted an investigation of a stolen vehicle through LoJack notification. Deputy R. Sanchez located the vehicle and attempted to conduct a traffic stop. The vehicle failed to yield and led deputies on a pursuit. During the pursuit, the suspect vehicle failed to stop at numerous stop lights and stop signs while it drove at a high rate of speed without due regard for the public’s safety. The suspect vehicle, driven by Julieanna Gallegos, crashed into a fence on Norton Avenue near Francis Avenue in Chino. Gallegos and the passenger, David Thomas Jenkins, fled the scene on foot, but wer1496182823752e captured a short time later. Both suspects were transported to a local area hospital for treatment of injuries they sustained from the collision.

Gallegos and Jenkins were arrested and later transported and booked into the West Valley Detention Center. Gallegos was charged with felony evading and possession of stolen property and Jenkins was charged with possession of stolen property.

Refer: Sergeant R. Naquin
Station: Chino Hills
Phone No. (909) 364-2000
Case No. 021700601

#chinohills #stolenvehicle #chino #chinohillsarrest #chinohillstheft #weeklynews #crime

Brush Fire In Walnut

Staff Reports

Walnut, CA – Last Monday, July 10th, about 40 firefighters battled a small brushfire in Walnut, knocking down the blaze that endangered homes in about a half hour, authorities said.

The Los Angeles County Fire Inspector, Gustavo Medina, said the first-alarm fire, which was reported right after 3 p.m., burned a quarter acre of brush. He said that no one was injured and no structures were damaged and firefighters stopped the fire’s progress.

On the 800 block of North Plantation Lane, the fire broke out and Medina said the initial call was a half-acre fire running uphill. Later, firefighters updated the size of the area burned to a quarter acre. No evacuations were necessary, according to deputies from the Walnut Diamond Bar sheriff’s station. Sheriff’s officials alerted residents of a neighborhood near Silver Valley Trail and Snow Creek Drive in Walnut.

Two Chino Juveniles Arrested Robbing Chino Hills Gas Stations; Two Still At Large

Date/Time Occurred: Wednesday, July 12, 2017 11:37 p.m.
Crime or Incident: Robbery
Location: 4200 Chino Hills Parkway
Suspect(s): Two Hispanic male juveniles arrested, both residents of Chino.
Two males still outstanding
SUMMARY:
On July 12, 2017 at approximately 11:37 pm, Chino Hills Deputies responded to a report of a robbery at the Circle K gas station at 4200 Chino Hills Parkway. Three males robbed the clerk at gunpoint and physically assaulted him. As deputies responded to the Circle K, a call was received reference a second robbery at the AM/PM across the street. Deputies responded to that location and apprehended two Hispanic male juveniles after a short foot chase. Evidence from the robberies was recovered, as well as a realistic looking chrome and black air-soft pistol. After a thorough investigation, it was determined there are two additional suspects outstanding.
They are described as;
#1 – Hispanic male, 5’06” – 5’08”, approximately 150-160 lbs, long brown hair in a pony tail, last seen wearing a black t shirt, blue shorts and black tennis shoes.
#2 – White male, 5’07” – 5’09”, approximately 185-200 lbs, last seen wearing a gray hooded sweatshirt with the hood up, backward maroon baseball hat, maroon undershirt, dark brown and light brown shorts, black socks and white tennis shoes.

Anyone with information is urged to contact the Chino Hills Police Department. Those who wish to report information anonymously can call We-Tip at 1-800-78-CRIME (27463)

Refer: Deputy E. Bradshaw, Detective Q. Holiday
Station: Chino Hills
Phone: (909) 364-2000

Report number 221702355

#chinohills #robbery #chino #chinohillsarrest #chinohillsrobbery #weeklynews #crimemarijuana-illegal-WEB

Eric R. Glade Achieves Circle of Success Recognition

By Ameriprise Financial

Diamond Bar, California – Eric R. Glade, CFP®, ChFC®, CLTC, RICP®  a Private Wealth Advisor with GLADE & ASSOCIATES a private wealth advisory practice of Ameriprise Financial Services, Inc in Diamond Bar, California, has qualified for the company’s Circle of Success annual recognition program and was honored for this achievement at the 2017 Achiever’s Conference in Nashville, Tenn.

While at the conference, advisors shared best practices with peers and focused on how they can continue to serve clients’ needs with the most current and effective strategies, products and solutions.

To earn this achievement, Glade established himself as one of the company’s top advisors. Only a select number of high-performing advisors earn this distinction.

As a Private Wealth Advisor, Glade provides financial advice that is anchored in a solid understanding of client needs and expectations, and provided in one-on-one relationships with his clients. GLADE & ASSOCIATES has served the Diamond Bar area since 1993. For more information, please contact Rochelle Medina Glade at (909)860-1560 or visit the Ameriprise office at 556 North Diamond Bar Boulevard, Suite # 106, Diamond Bar, CA 91765.

About Ameriprise Financial

At Ameriprise Financial, we have been helping people feel confident about their financial future for more than 120 years. With a network of 10,000 financial advisors and outstanding asset management, advisory and insurance capabilities, we have the strength and expertise to serve the full range of consumer financial needs. For more information, visit ameriprise.com or ameripriseadvisors.com/team/glade-associates.

 

Straight Talk With Danice

Dear Danice Akiyoshi ND,

I have a friend who is constantly competing with me.  I hope you can help me understand her.  When I got a new car, within 3 months she got a new car.  When I changed my hair color and style, she attempted to duplicate my exact look.  When I got a dog, the next month she got a dog.  When I got engaged to my boyfriend of 3 years, within 6 months she was wearing an engagement ring from some guy she’s only been dating for a few months.  She doesn’t realize that all of our friends are laughing at her behind her back.  I feel embarrassed for her, but this is awkward for me.  I do not enjoy being the center of attention this way. We aren’t very close.  She is one of my sorority sisters and we have regular gatherings because many of us are getting married, having bridal showers and weddings.  I don’t want to pull out of the group. Aside from this problem we have a great time together.

May I have your advice please?

Meghan

 

Dear Meghan,

This woman obviously idolizes you.  If there is nothing about her behavior that harms you then let it go.  When your other friends attempt to make mention of your copy cat friend, discourage them.  This woman obviously has struggles about her personal identity.  She likes what she sees in you.  Perhaps you can view it as a compliment.  Even though it is awkward, I don’t see this as harmful for you.  If she starts to violate your personal space in any way then that’s a different story.  If that’s not happening, feel flattered; enjoy your days and your friends.  Take note that humans copy each other in many ways.  Look around.

 Danice Akiyoshi is a Naturopathic Doctor and the head of Candid Coaching Service. She offers personal coaching services relating to all types of issues and concerns. This is a letter she received from an anonymous reader. To send a question to Danice, email her at straighttalk@candidcoachingservices.com. You can also visit her website at http://www.candidcoachingservices.com

Non Profits Under Scrutiny

Staff Reports

Eastvale – Local nonprofits have been under scrutiny and a lawsuit is being filed this week, which has opened a can of worms in compliance and liability. Some non-profits have reportedly experienced mishandlings of their finances, refusals to release tax records, and non-filings of IRS documents. A local Chamber is now being sued and other non profits are being requested to show their finances.

The local Chamber of Commerce is being sued this week as legal documents were completed and were ordered to be filed. The exact amount and the defendants, which are the board of directors for refusing to pay and respond, will be released once the suit has been filed in court. Releasing the names of the board members personally being sued prior to the filing would be considered “third party disclosure.” After the filing all information will be released as it will then become public record, and the lawsuit will lead to subpoenas of their finances.

“The board members are covered under their Directors and Officers (D&O) insurance,” said a local agency who insures non-profits. “They will be fine as long as they have the required insurance. If a non-profit is running without D&O, they can be assuming personal liability.”

Incorporated non-profits are usually not personally liable unless neglect or specific harm is inflicted. But other ways a nonprofit board member might be held liable include:

  • When a board member directly injures someone on purpose
  • When a board member guarantees a loan or other business debt for the nonprofit which then defaults on that loan or debt
  • When a board fails to make sure that the organization deposits payroll and property taxes or files mandated tax returns.
  • When a board member engages in fraudulent activities or does something illegal or just plain reckless that causes harm, or mixes up nonprofit and personal funds.

As long as the nonprofit is incorporated and board members do nothing “bad,” they should be fine, however, serving on the board of an unincorporated nonprofit.

Board members, in that case, are not protected the way they are in an incorporated nonprofit. These types of nonprofits are more common than you might think, so check the organization’s incorporation papers before agreeing to serve on a board. If you are already involved in an unincorporated nonprofit, consider the pros and cons of incorporating.  You and your fellow board members might sleep better if you took the steps to become incorporated.

Just to make sure that no legal actions slip through the cracks of incorporation law, most experts do recommend that nonprofits purchase Directors and Officer (D & O) liability insurance to protect against certain kinds of lawsuits and other types of litigation.

Local non profits are many, and all must have a 501 (c) (3) status granted by the IRS. A specific rule on nonprofits is that the debt follows the entity.

So who is qualified to be a nonprofit? According to the Internal Revenue Service (IRS), the Exempt Organizations Select Check (Publication 78 database) provides a partial listing of organizations that have been recognized by the IRS as eligible to receive tax-deductible contributions. For information on other organizations that have been recognized by the IRS as tax-exempt organizations, you may call IRS Customer Service at 877-829-5500. You can also contact them through any of the other methods described in Publication 557. This information can be found at IRS.gov. A contributor can also check an organization’s exemption letter, which states the Code section that describes the organization and whether contributions made to the organization are deductible.

The IRS sometimes recognizes a group of organizations as tax-exempt if they are affiliated with a central organization. This avoids the need for each of the organizations to apply for exemption individually. For more information, see Publication 4573, Group Exemptions. Subordinate organizations exempt under group rulings are not separately listed in the Select Check (Publication 78 database); see Eligible Donees Generally Not Listed in Publication 78

According to the IRS, you have the right to inspect and obtain a copy of a tax-exempt organization’s:

Annual information returns (e.g., Form 990);

Exempt status application materials; and

Notice of status under Internal Revenue Code section 527(i),

In person at the organization’s principal office, or its regional or district offices, during regular business hours. Unrelated business income tax returns filed by organizations exempt under Code section 501(c)(3) are also available. You may also request copies of such materials in writing. The organization may charge a reasonable fee to cover copying and mailing costs.

You are entitled to inspect or receive a copy of any annual return for three years from the date the return was required to be filed (or, for an amended return, from the date it was filed). For more information, see the IRS’ frequently asked questions on public disclosure, the final regulations, or Disclosure Requirements at IRS.gov.

For exemption application materials, you are entitled to inspect or receive a copy of the organization’s exemption application (Form 1023, 1024, or other document required to be filed), any papers filed in support of the application and any determination letter issued by the IRS with respect to the application.

Stay tuned for our print edition to print the public record and our online version for updates, and an ongoing investigation highlighting local non profits and their compliance to IRS laws.

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Fireworks Branded Violations

Photo by Michael Armijo

Staff Reports

Inland Empire – Fireworks in Chino Hills, which are all illegal, resulted in on citations being issued, according to the Sheriff’s Department. Diamond Bar had nothing to report as of press time. But between 6 p.m. and 12 a.m., the Chino Police Department in collaboration with the Chino Valley Fire District issued 64 fireworks citations on Tuesday, July 4th. Assigned personnel strictly enforced Chino Municipal Code 08.12.170 relating to fireworks possession and discharge.

The joint enforcement was geared specifically to look for offenders who inappropriately used “safe and sane” fireworks and/or were in possession of illegal fireworks. The 14 assigned teams confiscated 289 pounds of illegal fireworks. In addition, before the 4th of July, enforcement personnel confiscated 1,075 pounds of illegal fireworks during proactive operations, according to a press release by the city. The grand total weight of confiscated illegal fireworks related to the Independence Day celebration is 1,364 pounds. The police department also received 220 fireworks calls for service during the six hour period. This is a minor decline compared to last year’s calls for service which totaled 290 calls.

“While it is unfortunate that people continue to violate the law by using illegal fireworks, I am pleased to report we did not have any significant fireworks related incidents during this year’s 4th of July celebration,” Chief Karen Comstock stated in a press release. It is important to note; in order to issue a citation, officers must witness an offender in possession of/or using the illegal fireworks. Each of the 64 citations issued were for possession of illegal fireworks, which carries a $1,000 fine.

The crackdown should result in $64,000 in fine money, which the city hadn’t specified where the money goes to as of press time.

Planes of Fame Air Museum Special Event Sat July 22

Staff Reports

 

CHINO-The Planes of Fame Air Museum is a treat for young and old alike.  Its collection of planes is sure to thrill aircraft aficionados and anyone interested in military history.

The Planes of Fame Air Museum was founded in 1957 by Edward Maloney.  It is the oldest independently operated aviation museum in the United States. Located at the historic Cal Aero Field in Chino, the museum is open to the public.

It is the mission of Planes of Fame Air Museum to preserve aviation history, inspire interest in aviation, educate the public, and honor aviation pioneers and veterans. The Museum sponsors regular events in the form of inspirational experiences, educational presentations, flight demonstrations, and air shows in fulfillment of this mission.

A special event, to be held on Saturday July 22, 2017, will focus on the role of aviation in the Great War – World War I. Entitled, “WWI and Early Aircraft,” the event is being presented by Planes of Fame Air Museum Docents.

One hundred years ago, the United States entered the great conflict now known as the First World War. After years of isolationism, America’s fighting forces were unprepared for the carnage that was to come. However, with their indomitable spirit, the Americans quickly adapted, overcame, and ultimately helped secure victory.
This special program will explore the events of the Great War leading up to America’s involvement and discuss American participation – from the early volunteers serving in the French Lafayette Escadrille and Lafayette Flying Corps to American Signal Corps and U.S. Naval Aviation squadrons. We’ll look at their training, their aircraft, the technologies and tactics employed, and America’s first aviation heroes who emerged from the world’s first air war. A special encore screening of the Planes of Fame Air Museum film, “Intrepid Birdmen” will be presented.
EVENT SPEAKERS: Members of the Docent team will present an overview of the Great War, provide insight into the role of aviation and the types of aircraft deployed and developed, look at the training of new aviators and discuss the many tactics and aces that resulted.
SPECIAL PROGRAM ANNOUNCEMENT! – William Wellman and “Wings”
This year also marks a milestone in cinematic history – the 90th anniversary of the Paramount Pictures smash hit film, “Wings.” Recognized still as one of the most honest and exciting portrayals of air combat and the men who flew during WWI, “Wings” was the first film to be honored with the Academy Award® for Best Picture at the 1927 Oscar® ceremony.
Joining the presentation will be William Wellman, Jr., son of the film’s director, William A. Wellman. An established actor, author, and speaker, Bill will discuss the aviation career of his father during World War I, as well as his father’s outstanding career as a Hollywood motion picture screenwriter and director.
Bill’s presentation will center around the production of “Wings,” a massive undertaking even by today’s standards. The film employed 3,500 actors, 65 pilots and 165 aircraft. It featured leading actors of the time – Charles “Buddy”  Rogers, William Arlen, and Clara Bow and introduced a young Gary Cooper in a role that launched his career. The film took a year to complete, but when it was released it turned out to be one of the most financially successful silent pictures ever.
Immediately following the presentations, the masterfully restored film, “Wings” will be shown in the Museum Theater. Come experience the film in its full glory in our intimate 45-seat air conditioned setting. Note: Seating is limited to the first 45 people. A nominal donation of $5.00 is asked to help defray the costs of license fees for the film. Popcorn and soda will be provided.
WHEN: Saturday, July 22, 2017, 10am–12 noon. Museum doors open at 9:00am.
WHERE: Planes of Fame Air Museum, 14998 Cal Aero Drive, Chino, CA 91710-9085
WHY: It is now 100 years since the Great War and it is rapidly fading from the public memory. It is the Mission of Planes of Fame Air Museum to preserve aviation history, inspire interest in aviation, educate the public, and honor aviation pioneers and veterans. The Museum sponsors regular events in the form of inspirational experiences, educational presentations, flight demonstrations, and airshows in fulfillment of this mission.

The museum collection spans the history of manned flight from the Wright Flyer of 1903 (replica) to the space age Apollo Capsule. Over 150 aircraft and displays are available for you to peruse.  Many of the aircraft are flyable, including the P-51 Mustang, F4U Corsair, P-47 Thunderbolt, P-40 Warhawk, B-25 Mitchell, P-38 Lightning, F-86 Sabre & Russian Mig 15.  Several of the aircraft displayed are rare and some are the sole remaining flying examples of their type.

The Planes of Fame Air Museum also hosts Living History Flying Days, which are held on the first Saturday of each month.  These events are great for families to attend.  A different featured airplane will fly for each event. Upcoming Living History Days will feature the Douglas SBD Dauntless on June 4, the North American P-51 Mustang on July 2, and the Vought F4U-1A Corsair on August 6.

The Planes of Fame Air Show, which has been held at the Cal Aero Field for 18 years, and was chosen “Best Air Show of 2015” by Aviation Magazine, will be held April 29th through May 1st at Chino Airport. It’s Fun for the whole family.

Enjoy the day watching aviation history take to the skies over Chino. See famous planes

and demonstration teams take to the air such as the U.S Air Force F-16 Viper, Sean D Tucker and Team Oracle Aerobatics, Jelly Belly Aerobatics plus many other extreme aerial demonstrations. Over 50 historic aircraft will be performing for your enjoyment including B-25s, P-47s, and P-51 Mustangs!

There will be static displays of historic aircraft, military vehicles, a Kids Zone and a vendor marketplace where you will find plenty of food and beverages for sale.

Experience the Afterburner Twilight Show Friday Noon-8 p.m. Gates open Saturday and Sunday at 8 a.m. Parking is Free. Tickets are $25, and kids 11 and under are Free.

For information and tickets, go to planesoffame.org.

The Planes of Fame Museum is a non-profit 501 (c)(3) organization that has grown for the past 57 years through donations. You can find the museum at 7000 Merrill Avenue, #17, in Chino.  For more info please call 909-597-3722 or visit: planesoffame.org.