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CBS News
5 days ago
- Automotive
- CBS News
Family grieves woman killed on Pomona freeway by loose truck tire
Family members of the woman killed by a wayward truck tire on the 60 Freeway in the Pomona this week are remembering her as a woman of faith who was always helping others, just as she was when the tragedy occurred Monday morning. Ingrid Zapata, 57, of Moreno Valley, was killed at around 2:30 a.m. Monday morning when the tire and rim of a pickup truck snapped off, bounced across lanes and over the freeway median before cutting through the top of her car. "She was the most beautiful person inside and out and she radiated love," said Zapata's daughter, Kimberly Paiz. "You know everyone one day is going to die. Just not that way. Not like that. Not her." Zapata, a mother of three and grandmother, was on her way home after driving a church friend to the airport earlier in the morning. Her husband Orlando is beside himself with grief. He says that his wife was his princess and that he'll love her forever. "She was always thinking about other people and not herself. She would be sick and still go to work," said Alejandra Alonzo, Zapata's sister. "I have to drive around." She was a long-time school bus driver on the Morongo Reservation, who many now remember as having a heart of gold. Family says that she worked hard to provide for and protect them, as well as everyone around her. They said that she often opened her home for people who needed a place to stay or eat, also helping people find work or get out of trouble. "It didn't matter your background. It didn't matter if you were right or wrong, if you needed help she was there for you," said Alvaro Reyes, Zapata's son. It's that lasting message that the family says has provided them some sort of peace in the middle of their unbearable loss. "I just feel like she helped the world and now I think it's time for the world to help her," said Carlos Jovel, another of Zapata's sons. "Put her to rest as she deserves." Family members are raising money online to help cover her funeral expenses. The GoFundMe can be found by searching for the keywords: "Remembering Ingrid's Unconditional Love." "Although we don't understand it, and we probably never will, she's in his glory," Paiz said. "And I think that's what she would want everyone to know. That she lied for God. And God's the one that took her in his perfect time, even though it wasn't our time." California Highway Patrol officers are still investigating the incident. They say that the truck driver has not been cited. Zapata's family wants to know if the incident was just a freak accident, or if there was possible negligence in how the tire was last installed.
BBC News
06-08-2025
- BBC News
Mum pays tribute to Dawid Czapaj after body found in River Stort
A mother whose son was found dead in a river has described him as someone who "always tried to help others".The body of Dawid Czapaj, 24, originally from Poland, was discovered by two young canoeists in the River Stort in Bishop's Stortford on 23 Police launched an appeal the following month to try to identify Czapaj was described as a "young man with a big heart" by his mother in her tribute released through the force. "He always tried to help others. He was kind, warm, and helpful. He respected his elders," she said."As a teenager, he always loved to play soccer, go fishing and ride his bike. He had a deep love for animals and nature. "Even as an adult, he would catch a spider he found in his room and release it, telling it he wanted it to live too."His mother also shared how he was a keen gym-goer, who disliked violence and avoided also told how he had passed his school exams and driving test."He was a very good person and son," she police said Mr Czapaj's death was not being treated as suspicious. "Our thoughts remain with his family at this sad time," they said. Follow Beds, Herts and Bucks news on BBC Sounds, Facebook, Instagram and X.
CBC
22-07-2025
- Business
- CBC
Sibling trio runs Tip Top Popsicle Shop to learn life lessons
Siblings Hannah, Malachi and Micah Gingras are selling popsicles in Winnipeg's Transcona neighbourhood for reasons much wiser than their age — to learn about entrepreneurship and to help others.
CBS News
01-07-2025
- Entertainment
- CBS News
The man behind "MN Loot Drop" gives away thousands of dollars with help from social media
How the man behind "MN Loot Drop" gave away thousands of dollars How the man behind "MN Loot Drop" gave away thousands of dollars How the man behind "MN Loot Drop" gave away thousands of dollars At Island Lake County Park, the mystery man behind "MN Loot Drop" is about to do some of his work. "I want to help people and I'm tired of seeing people struggle," he said. Typically, his paydays are a wad of cash hidden behind a piece of duct tape. He then posts a video to social media with a date and time stamp and a hint about the location. "I wait for someone to show up, wait for them to find it, and then I approach them, congratulate them, ask to take their picture, and wish them a good day," he said. Mr. Minnesota Loot Drop is not a wealthy benefactor, and in fact is quite the opposite. A gig job has funded his nearly $3,000 in giveaways so far. "I'm not selfish. I'm not greedy. I don't need much. I don't want the luxury, I don't want the fame," he explained. A keen-eyed cash hunter can take anywhere from ten minutes to an hour to arrive. "Some people say they don't know where it's at. Usually someone will pop on here and say that they're on their way," he said. While that didn't happen this time, it only took 15 minutes for a young man to track down the loot. "I literally jumped out of bed, threw on some clothes, got in my car and started driving," said Levi Gayner of Shoreview. Moments like these have led Minnesota Loot Drops social media accounts to pick up thousands of new followers in recent weeks. A giveaway in Harris last week has over 1.2 million views on Facebook. Even if you're the guy who was just a few minutes too late to the prize. "I'm glad somebody else won, too. If he came first, he came first. It's a God's blessing whoever gets it," said Bobby Lor of Roseville. If Mr. Minnesota Loot Drop can monetize his giveaways by getting enough followers on social media he hopes to be able to help more Minnesotans including the one who means the most to him — his mom. "I'm actually hoping maybe I can retire her," he said. MN Loot Drop is on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok & YouTube.
CBS News
07-06-2025
- Business
- CBS News
Teen jumps in to help Burger King coworkers on his graduation night and is rewarded with big donations
Donations pour in for teen who helped coworkers at Burger King after graduation Dacula, Georgia — At a Burger King in Dacula, Georgia, 18-year-old Mykale Baker is known for his whopper of a work ethic. He shows up early, stays late, and looks at every shift like a privilege. "I like helping people and not expecting anything back from it," Baker told CBS News. "That's just me." That work ethic created some good karma for Baker. "I knew that all the good I put out there is going to come back to me somehow," Baker said. Baker's high school graduation night arrived in May. He left the ceremony and dropped by Burger King for a late meal. That is when he noticed his colleagues were absolutely swamped with orders. At this point, most teens would have just been glad they had the night off and been on their way. But instead, Baker did what Baker does. "I wasn't even clocked in," Baker said. "I just put gloves on and said, 'What do you all need help with?'" So, with his graduation sash and medals still draped around his neck, Baker hopped on the line. The whole thing was caught on camera by customer Maria Mendoza, who just could not believe her eyes. "There's not a lot of people who are like that," Mendoza said. "…Thirteen years of school, you graduate. The last thing I would think is somebody would go to work!" Mendoza was so impressed, that she posted the video online and started a crowdfunding campaign to reward Baker for his integrity and dedication. The campaign has raised more than $200,000. Baker plans to use that money to go trade school become a master auto mechanic and eventually open his own shop. The Burger King Foundation later surprised Baker with $10,000. The foundation also gave Mendoza $10,000 for her daughter, Daizie, who also just graduated high school. Baker said his mother, Demeshiah Scott, always taught him to work hard, even if you think no one is watching, because you never know when someone is.
