In January 2012, the author’s husband Ronnie Loza passed away at the age of 44 after a blood clot from his leg traveled to his heart. Left as a 41-year-old widow with two sons, aged 18 and 9, she and her youngest son Steven attended grief groups for support. However, after a year and a half, the center abruptly closed without notice, leaving them without the resources they had come to rely on.
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The Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals will hear California's challenge to the Trump administration's federalization of the National Guard amid protests over immigration enforcement in Los Angeles. A lower court had issued a temporary restraining order to return control of the National Guard to Governor Gavin Newsom, citing illegal actions by Trump, but an appeal granted a stay on that order. Need More Context? 🔎
Read moreA WalletHub study ranks Provo, Utah, as the best-run city in the U.S. due to its strong business growth, high school graduation rate, and low crime rate, followed by Nampa, Idaho, and Manchester, New Hampshire. The analysis evaluated 148 cities based on metrics of public services, financial health, and effective budget use to determine overall city management quality. Need More Context? 🔎
Read moreDr. Salvador Plasencia has agreed to plead guilty to four counts of distributing ketamine in connection with Matthew Perry's overdose death, which occurred on October 28, 2023. Plasencia's plea agreement reveals he provided the drug to Perry and his assistant, admitting that his actions fell below medical standards, while other defendants in the case also face charges related to the distribution of ketamine. Need More Context? 🔎
Read moreThe Edmonton Oilers are striving to win the Stanley Cup, aiming to end a Canadian drought since 1993, as they face the Florida Panthers in Miami for Game 6. With a history of heartbreak, many Canadians, united in support, hope for an Oilers victory, viewing the team as "Canada's team" amidst a backdrop of US-Canada sports rivalry. Need More Context? 🔎
Read moreDuring Sean Combs' federal trial, U.S. prosecutors presented evidence, including text messages and flight records, supporting charges of racketeering conspiracy and prostitution, with the prosecution expected to conclude by Wednesday. The judge dismissed a juror due to concerns over conflicting statements regarding his residency, replacing him with an alternate, while graphic videos of alleged “freak offs” were shown to jurors, eliciting visible reactions. Need More Context? 🔎
Read moreThe Trump administration's cancellation of the BRIC program has left several Southeast cities, including Conway, South Carolina, and Pollocksville, North Carolina, in uncertainty regarding crucial flood mitigation funding, with Conway's $2.1 million project on hold and Pollocksville's $1 million grant stalled just before contract signing. Local officials stress the importance of federal support for ongoing projects to enhance community resilience against future flooding. Need More Context? 🔎
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