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Yahoo
7 days ago
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Man, 54, arrested for alleged racist, threatening rant in Orange County
A 54-year-old Orange County man has been arrested in connection with a video that reportedly shows him spewing hateful and racist language at a business where several Hispanic adults can be seen. In the footage, which has racked up nearly 15,000 views on at least one Instagram account, a man, who police say is Lake Forest resident Eric Walter Ramminger, is captured screaming graphic insults and obscenities at a woman who works at the business on May 30. 'In America, we do not like you, okay? We do not like you!' he's seen yelling while violently pounding on the shop's window. The 54-year-old, who appears to be inebriated, is also seen threatening the woman and her customers. 'You think you're safe, but you're not going to be safe for soon,' he says. 'You might get away with this one, but you're going to have a f****** problem.' He goes on to call the woman a 'piece of s***' and an 'a**hole' before saying, 'Listen, I will blast your face off,' while encouraging the woman to come outside, presumably to fight him. Teenage boy, 15, killed, 5 others hurt in parking lot crash during pick up at L.A. school The woman, who looks like she's trying to get Ramminger out the door, dodges one of his swings and swipes back at him, prompting one of the men in the room to stand up, possibly to come to the woman's aid. It's unclear how the situation ended. A man narrating the Instagram video to his followers said that the woman called the police and they took hours to get there, arriving only after 'the danger had ended.' In a news release, officials at the Orange County Sheriff's Department disputed that claim. 'We received a call about a man yelling at a business near Ridge Route and Lake Forest drives at 6:47 p.m. on Friday, May 30,' the release states. 'With the information provided to dispatch, the call was assigned as a low-priority call. The deputies responded to the call and arrived at the business in less than 30 minutes.' Sheriff's officials said that a report was taken and given to investigators, who took Ramminger into custody on Wednesday at around 2:30 p.m. on suspicion of trespassing, assault and battery, criminal threats and charges related to hate crimes. Anyone who witnessed the incident or has information about the investigation is asked to contact OCSD at 949-770-6011. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
28-05-2025
- General
- Yahoo
5 Okaloosa County School District students graduate from Project SEARCH program
OKALOOSA COUNTY, Fla. (WKRG) — Five Okaloosa County School District students with disabilities graduated from a special program last week, ready to start their new careers. Termite season is among us, Gulf Coast — here's how to get rid of them According to an OCSD news release, the Project SEARCH High School Transition Program celebrated its third consecutive graduation at the Hilton Garden Inn on Okaloosa Island. The program teaches young adults with disabilities the essential job skills and workforce training needed to enter the workforce when they complete the program, the release said. The program is designed for students 18 to 21 years old who have completed their high school credits but have deferred their diploma to participate in Project SEARCH, the release said. 'Project SEARCH fosters career exploration and on-the-job training through a business-led collaboration with community partners,' the release said. 'Project SEARCH is life-changing for these students, offering them the skills and confidence to thrive in the workforce,' OCSD Superintendent Marcus Chambers said. 'The dedication of our educators and community partners reflects our commitment to inclusivity and student success.' This year's class included students from Baker, Crestview, Laurel Hill and Silver Sands high schools. 'It's inspiring to see the profound impact this program has — not just on our students but also on the staff who support them,' Exceptional Student Education Director Kathy Ard said. 'As they step into their careers, they do so with a new level of confidence and capability, ready for success.' 2 drown in Destin, Florida: Okaloosa County Sheriff's Office Interested students can apply for the program between August and the end of March of their senior year. Applicants participate in an interview and assessment, and final selections are made by the end of April for the next school year, the release said. Those participating do not receive their diploma until they have completed Project SEARCH. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
22-05-2025
- Yahoo
Southern California authorities use new technology to save stranded biker
Officials in Orange County are touting the use of new technology that helps first responders locate stranded people. What3words is a global addressing system that divides the entire world into three 10×10 feet squares and assigns each of them a unique three-word name. For example, upon entering 'Hollywood Sign' into the search field, the exact square representing it has the code: ' In a media release, the Orange County Sheriff's Department stated that they deployed the technology on May 10, when they were contacted to assist in locating a missing mountain biker in the hills north of Yorba Linda who did not have much water and took a wrong turn. LAX-bound flight from Hawaii diverted after 'potential security concern' found in lavatory The informant advised authorities that the biker, a 71-year-old man, may have been experiencing heat exhaustion due to extreme weather conditions, the sheriff's department added. Resources, including a motor deputy on a dual-sport motor vehicle and an airship, were dispatched to look for the man; however, he was not located, even though the motor deputy traveled more than six miles along a trail during the search efforts. Hearing the original call for service, the department's Real Time Operations Center used a new application, Prepared911, to assist in the search. The app utilizes technology that can send live video calls to a cell phone, and once a call is answered, the tech provides authorities with an accurate GPS location, the sheriff's department stated. 'Even though there was an intermittent signal loss, RTOC was able to push a video call to the biker's cell phone activating 'What 3 Words' and providing an accurate GPS location,' OCSD said of the May 10 rescue. 'TROC shared the information with the Orange County Fire Authority's rescue crews, who responded and rescued the biker.' The biker, Jay Doyle, said the technology got him out of a dire situation compounded by the fact that he had run out of water. 'I honestly knew I was in trouble, but I didn't realize how much trouble I was in,' Doyle, a Westminster resident, told KTLA. OCSD Research Analyst Sarah Shirvany broke the technology down further to KTLA 5 Orange County Bureau Chief Chip Yost. 'At the time I launched Prepared911, I sent a link to [the biker's] phone, and the link basically states: 'This is the Orange County Sheriff's Department and we're requesting to link into your phone',' Shirvany said. 'Once the caller hits the link, it gives us permission to get a live feed [from] their phone.' Click here for more information on Prepared911 and here for more information on what3words. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
15-05-2025
- General
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2 teachers and a student receive prestigious award: Okaloosa County School District
OKALOOSA COUNTY, Fla. (WKRG) — Two Okaloosa County School District teachers and a student have been named recipients of the 2025 National 180 Awards. Milton makes history swearing in first female police chief Pryor Middle School teacher Donna Born and Shoal River Middle School teacher Tracy Lott received the 180 Educator Award for 'their unwavering commitment to student success, mentorship, and helping students achieve significant academic milestones,' according to an OCSD news release. Shoal River Middle School student John Matthew Gumayao received the 180 Student Award for his progress in literacy. According to OCSD, the National 180 Awards are given to teachers and students around the country who have made major progress in reading and math through HMH Read 180 and HMH Math 180 programs. HMH is a learning technology company. Sky 5 Drone spots 2 sharks in Perdido Pass 'These recognitions reflect the hard work, dedication, and passion that defines Okaloosa County educators and students,' said Superintendent Marcus Chambers. 'We are incredibly proud of Mrs. Born, Mrs. Lott, and John Matthew for this outstanding accomplishment. Their successhighlights the effectiveness of innovative teaching and the potential of every student to thrive academically.' Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
CBS News
08-05-2025
- CBS News
Dana Hills students mourn 16-year-old killed in crash near harbor
Friends who loved Dana Hills High School sophomore Becca Cispedes brought flowers to her memorial after her truck hit a tree Tuesday morning. The 16-year-old was driving five other teenagers when the crash happened at around 11:45 a.m. near Island Way and Dana Point Harbor Drive, according to the Orange County Sheriff's Department. Investigators believe the vehicle crashed into a tree in the center divider. Good Samaritan Mark Przybylak ran to help, cradling the girl and praying over her. "I can still feel the warmth in my hand and I held her hand," he said. "Her hand was below and I said, 'Becca, if you can hear me, just squeeze,' and I felt some movement. The EMT felt a slow pulse, and I looked down and her arm was broken. So, whatever she could muster up to squeeze my hand, she did." A female student at Dana Hills High School and two young men are still in critical condition, according to OCSD. Two other students, a boy and a girl, had minor injuries. "We are aware this tragedy will affect our entire school family and have multiple counseling agencies and therapy dogs on-campus providing support for any student or staff member in need," Dana Hills High School Principal Brittany Casey wrote in a statement." The deadly collision brought overwhelming sadness to many students. "People are crying in the bathrooms, walking around, hoods on, heads down," student Justin Duarte said. The crash made some think about their own driving habits. "We're definitely going to be more cautious when we're driving, wearing seatbelts, following all the rules and not speeding," student Chase Nahas said.
