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CBS News
a day ago
- General
- CBS News
Woman dies after shot on Costa Mesa sidewalk, police search for suspect
Costa Mesa police are searching for a suspect after finding a 20-year-old woman suffering from several gunshot wounds on the sidewalk late Monday night. Around 11:10 p.m., police responded to the 1500 block of Lukup Lane, a residential area, to a call of shots fired and found the wounded Huntington Beach woman. Costa Mesa Fire & Rescue transported the woman to the hospital where she died from her injuries. Police said it appears the victim and the suspect knew each other. The identification of the victim has not been released yet. Anyone with information regarding this active investigation can call Detective Stocking at (714) 754-5392 or Sergeant Jacobi at (714) 754-5352.
Daily Mail
a day ago
- General
- Daily Mail
Awkward moment 'tired' dad is mistaken for homeless person by cops as he walked with his daughter
A California dad was mistakenly identified as homeless and questioned by police while walking with his newborn daughter. Chapman Hamborg, 33, was out on a morning walk with his daughter, Florence, on April 22 when a neighbor, concerned by his unkempt appearance, called 911 to report a possible homeless person in the area. Hamborg, a father of four, says he takes multiple walks a day to give his wife a break. On that particular morning, he was wearing a brown Patagonia jacket, his hair pulled back in a loose bun, with a hole in his slipper and clothes stained with paint. When he returned home from his second walk that morning, it was his oldest son who pointed out the police car parked in front of their Huntington Beach home. At first, Hamborg wondered if the police were called on his family, though he wasn't sure why as he and the officer met halfway down the lawn, exchanging confused looks. 'Were you going for a walk? Is this your baby? One of your neighbors saw you and thought you were homeless,' Hamborg recalled the officer asking to NBC Los Angeles. 'Nope, not homeless. Just a tired dad,' Hamborg replied. The father was surprised the neighbors didn't recognize him, as he regularly takes his baby on walks. 'She's in her fussy newborn stage, so I take her on lots of walks in the baby carrier,' Hamborg told People. 'I go out at all times of the day - it's kind of a routine to give my wife some rest.' After providing his ID, Hamborg, his wife, Hannah, and the officer laughed off the situation, which was captured in a now viral video. 'Apparently, I need to work on my appearance,' Hamborg joked, adding that the neighbor who called the police had even suspected he'd stolen the baby. 'I guess being an artist or a tired dad isn't a valid excuse,' he quipped. Hamborg posted the viral moment to Instagram, where it has since garnered over 40 million views. 'POV: your neighbor calls the cops reporting a homeless man with a stolen baby!' he captioned the post. In the wake of the mistaken identity, Hamborg launched a fundraiser by selling limited edition prints of his painting Unseen Paths, which depicts the weight of carrying one's children. A portion of the proceeds, 20 percent, will benefit United Way of Orange County, a nonprofit that supports unhoused individuals and families. 'It's about the weight of carrying your kids - through struggles, through uncertainty, and through everyday life,' Hamborg wrote. 'For unhoused families, that challenge is even greater, but the love and responsibility remain just as strong.' As the video continued to gain attention, many viewers questioned the neighbor's decision to call the police. 'What if you were homeless? Is it illegal to walk and have a baby and be homeless?' one user commented. 'It's mostly weird cause she assumed you were homeless and then watched you walk into a home and still called the police,' one person commented. Another wrote: 'Parenthood literally has us all looking unhoused and unkempt.' View this post on Instagram A post shared by Hannah & Chapman Hamborg (@thehamborgs) Following the incident, Hamborg never received an apology from the neighbor who called the police. Though he is unsure of her identity, he noticed her sitting in her car across from his house while he was speaking to the officer. 'I would love to meet the neighbor who called the police - not to shame her, but to thank her for being vigilant,' Hamborg said, showing an open-minded approach to the situation. As of now, several of the 80 limited edition prints have been sold, with a portion of the funds supporting the nonprofit's mission.
Associated Press
2 days ago
- Business
- Associated Press
Student Doctor Network Launches Prehealth Scholarship Fund Campaign to Empower Future Healthcare Leaders
'Through this scholarship, we are investing in the health and well-being of entire communities.'— Laura Turner, Executive Director, HPSA HUNTINGTON BEACH, OH, UNITED STATES, June 2, 2025 / / -- The Student Doctor Network (SDN) is proud to announce the launch of its inaugural Prehealth Scholarship Fund Campaign, a bold initiative to raise $100,000 and support a decade of scholarships for aspiring healthcare professionals from underserved communities. This month-long giving campaign kicks off June 1 and marks a powerful step forward in breaking down the financial barriers that often stand between talented students and their dreams of a career in healthcare. In celebration of SDN's 25th anniversary in 2024, the organization awarded its first-ever $2,500 scholarships to three exceptional prehealth students—Nancy Mahmoud, Gabriela Martinez, and Shivam Patel—who are deeply committed to serving communities most in need. This June, SDN is calling on its members, supporters, and the broader healthcare community to help expand this life-changing opportunity to more deserving students. 'By supporting future doctors, dentists, pharmacists, psychologists, veterinarians, and other healthcare leaders from underserved backgrounds, we are not just investing in individuals—we are investing in the health and well-being of entire communities,' said Laura Turner, Executive Director of HPSA, publisher of SDN. Each $2,500 scholarship helps alleviate the financial burden of the application process to doctoral-level healthcare programs, empowering students to pursue their passion without being held back by cost. How to Get Involved Donate: Every dollar raised goes directly toward scholarships. Your contribution helps level the playing field for students from underrepresented backgrounds. Fundraise: Join our peer-to-peer fundraising campaign ( ). Creating a fundraising page is quick and easy—and we provide ready-to-use social media content to help you spread the word. Advocate: Share this campaign with your networks to inspire others to support the next generation of healthcare leaders. 'We've seen firsthand the impact that financial support can have on a student's journey,' added Emil Chuck, PhD, HPSA Director of Advising Services. 'With this campaign, we're ensuring that students like Nancy, Gabriela, and Shivam are not the exception—they're the beginning of a movement.' Join us this June and be part of something transformative. Help us reach our $100,000 goal and empower future healthcare leaders to thrive. Together, we can create a stronger, more equitable healthcare system for all. About Student Doctor Network Founded in 1999, Student Doctor Network is a nonprofit educational organization dedicated to helping students become healthcare professionals. Through peer support, expert advice, and a commitment to equity and inclusion, SDN serves as a trusted resource for thousands of prehealth students across the country. About the Health Professional Student Association (HPSA) Since 1983, the Health Professional Student Association (HPSA) has been on a mission: closing healthcare gaps by empowering the next generation of medical professionals. This 501(c)3 nonprofit doesn't just support prehealth and health professional students—we champion those from underserved communities who are determined to bring quality healthcare back home. Through free resources like the Student Doctor Network forums, Medical Specialty Selector, and Advice On Call service, HPSA transforms ambitious students into the healthcare heroes their communities desperately need. To learn more or donate, visit Laura Turner Health Professional Student Association [email protected] Visit us on social media: LinkedIn Bluesky Instagram Facebook YouTube X Other Legal Disclaimer: EIN Presswire provides this news content 'as is' without warranty of any kind. We do not accept any responsibility or liability for the accuracy, content, images, videos, licenses, completeness, legality, or reliability of the information contained in this article. If you have any complaints or copyright issues related to this article, kindly contact the author above.
Yahoo
3 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
Huntington Beach enforces ban on illegal street vending at city hotspots
City officials in Huntington Beach are enforcing a crackdown on street vending, particularly in popular areas such as the beach, the pier, Pacific Coast Highway and the downtown district. While sidewalk vending is permitted with a valid city-issued license, vendors are strictly prohibited from setting up shop on the sand, the pier, in nearby parking lots, or along certain high-traffic corridors. The city's sidewalk vending ordinance, which has been in place since 2019, requires anyone selling food, merchandise, or services in public spaces to first obtain a permit, or else violators could face steep consequences. Vending in prohibited areas like the beach comes with a penalty of up to $1,000 per day, city officials confirmed. A city spokesperson told KTLA's Rachel Menitoff that the street vending ordinance is intended to prevent foodborne illness and address safety concerns associated with unpermitted food sales. Leno Moreno, a local restaurant owner, supports the enforcement, saying it helps create a fair environment for businesses that comply with health and safety regulations. 'Now there's a lot of those catering trucks. Some of them are legally operating, some of them are not legally operating, so it hurts a small business,' Moreno said. Despite the rules, some residents and visitors believe the city's approach may be too harsh. Barbara Swanson, a Huntington Beach resident, said she's bought fruit from street vendors and never experienced any issues. 'I have stopped on the corner to get fruit, and I've never gotten sick because it's in ice. So, I'm all for it,' Swanson said. 'I don't have anything against it.' Others said restricting vending on the beach hurts both vendors and beachgoers. 'For some people, that's their livelihood,' said James Vanpelt, another Huntington Beach resident. 'I mean, the beaches are so long. It would be convenient to go up and get a hot dog or slushy.' Although California decriminalized sidewalk vending in 2018 through the Safe Sidewalk Vending Act, the law allows cities to regulate when, where and how vendors operate. The Huntington Beach Police Department said enforcement will include education and warnings. Officers will first explain the rules and ask for voluntary compliance before issuing citations. The increased enforcement is already noticeable to some. 'I don't see anything wrong with that,' one local said. 'It's more competitive and now everybody is playing by the same rules.' The city said its efforts are part of a broader push to manage public spaces while balancing health, safety and economic fairness. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
New York Times
5 days ago
- General
- New York Times
A Federal List of Immigrant ‘Sanctuaries' Nets Trump Allies and Foes Alike
The January vote was unanimous. Huntington Beach, Calif., was 'a non-sanctuary city for illegal immigration,' its City Council declared. So local officials in the conservative Orange County coastal redoubt found it rather surprising to find on Friday morning that their city had been included on a list of 'sanctuary jurisdictions,' which, the Department of Homeland Security charged, 'are deliberately and shamefully obstructing the enforcement of federal immigration laws.' 'I've already called somebody with the feds and said this couldn't be further from the truth,' said Huntington Beach's mayor, Pat Burns, 'so let's straighten it out.' 'I'd love to know, really, who came up with this list,' he added. 'It's very negligent.' Huntington Beach is one of more than 600 cities, counties and states that the federal government has accused of shielding 'dangerous criminal aliens.' The list, which was published on Thursday, was mandated by an April executive order that explicitly threatened the jurisdictions with the termination of federal contracts and declared they might even be breaking the law. Some of the jurisdictions on the list had indeed designated themselves as sanctuary cities in resolutions or executive orders. Officials in other places argued that the phrase 'sanctuary city' did not technically apply, though they had pledged to protect immigrants. But mixed among them were many counties and cities that openly support efforts to apprehend and deport immigrants, or have even been actively cooperating with Immigration and Customs Enforcement. Officials in other places that had voted overwhelmingly for President Trump but were far from the front lines of the immigration debate were simply bewildered. Want all of The Times? Subscribe.
