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‘Booming is an understatement’: Home prices soar near Joshua Tree

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‘Booming is an understatement’: Home prices soar near Joshua Tree

With the rising reputation of the world round Joshua Tree Nationwide Park — each for park guests and for individuals who can select the place they’d prefer to work at home — the world has seen a spike in growth and residential costs.

Properties, particularly these being constructed to be used as short-term rental properties for Airbnb and Vrbo, are rising within the space, simply as the costs for these houses are rising.

Residence values soared 84% since 2020, and the median value is now greater than $456,000.

“Booming is an understatement … We begin getting individuals from throughout, not simply California however all around the world. After which we additionally bought, you recognize, the celebrities that had been coming right here,” stated realtor J. Ovier Alvarez.

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Although the development is symbolic of a rise in jobs and tourism, some locals are frightened concerning the environmental impacts of the development and guests to the world.

“When builders are available in, they’re clearing out all the flowers. They’re clearing out the species … They’re bringing concrete … and it’s harmful,” stated Joshua David, who joined his girlfriend, Emily Acerra, in creating Desert Sky Escapes to share their love of tenting with guests.

Alvarez stated there’s rigidity between those that search to protect Joshua Tree’s lifestyle and people who want to see much more growth.

“There may be but a part of the neighborhood, they’re involved concerning the setting, they’re involved concerning the bushes, and so they’re involved that the individuals which can be coming right here are usually not respecting that. However we even have the opposite facet, that they’re very open and welcoming and so they need the progress,” he stated.

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Ebony Alert issued for girl, 12, last seen with mother’s boyfriend in Long Beach 

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Ebony Alert issued for girl, 12, last seen with mother’s boyfriend in Long Beach 

An Ebony Alert has been issued for a 12-year-old girl who has not been seen since Wednesday afternoon. 

A release from the Los Angeles Police Department states that Teriana Mahomes was last seen in the 6600 block of Atlantic Avenue in Long Beach at 4 p.m.  

At the time, she was in the company of her mother’s boyfriend, identified by authorities as Clark Thomas Wheeler.

Teriana was last seen wearing a black and white checkered shirt, black jean shorts and white shoes. She stands at 4 feet, 6 inches tall and weighs 90 pounds, LAPD said. 

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Anyone with information regarding Teriana’s whereabouts is asked to call 911 or contact Detective Juarez with the LAPD’s Southeast Division by calling 213-972-7858. 

During non-business hours and on weekends, calls should be directed to 1-877-527-3247. Those wishing to remain anonymous can call L.A. Regional Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or visit www.lacrimestoppers.org 

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Alleged street takeover crash leaves woman dead in South Los Angeles 

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Alleged street takeover crash leaves woman dead in South Los Angeles 

A woman was killed after a collision involving vehicles leaving a reported street takeover in L.A.’s Willowbrook neighborhood. 

According to preliminary information, the crash occurred shortly before 1 a.m. Saturday at El Segundo Boulevard and South Central Avenue. 

At least one of the vehicles involved was associated with a street takeover convoy that was leaving the area, witnesses said. 

Video taken shortly after the crash obtained by KTLA shows a wrecked black Infiniti sedan that had come to rest on a sidewalk along South Central Boulevard; the other vehicle involved, a black Scion hatchback, sustained heavy damage and was found at the corner of El Segundo and South Central. 

The victim is an unidentified woman, stringer service RMGNews reported. It is not known if she was associated with the alleged street takeover. 

It also remains unclear if there were any injuries or if any arrests were made.

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KTLA has reached out to law enforcement for more information but have yet to hear back.

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UCLA student sexually assaulted in dorm room, suspect at large

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UCLA student sexually assaulted in dorm room, suspect at large

A suspect remains at large after a student was sexually assaulted while she was sleeping in her dorm room at the University of California, Los Angeles.

The incident happened early Friday at around 2:40 a.m. as the female student was sleeping in her room located in the Saxon Suites, according to the UCLA Police Department.

The suspect entered the student’s room and sexually assaulted her while she was in bed, officials said. He then ran out of the building and fled the area in an unknown direction.

The suspect is described as a white male in his 30s. He has a heavy set build, a curly beard and was last seen wearing all-black clothing and a beanie.

  • The Saxon Residential Suite dorm rooms on the campus of the University of California, Los Angeles. (KTLA)
  • The Saxon Residential Suite dorm rooms on the campus of the University of California, Los Angeles. (KTLA)
  • The Saxon Residential Suite dorm rooms on the campus of the University of California, Los Angeles. (KTLA)
  • The Saxon Residential Suite dorm rooms on the campus of the University of California, Los Angeles. (KTLA)
  • The Saxon Residential Suite dorm rooms on the campus of the University of California, Los Angeles. (KTLA)
  • A UCLA Police Department patrol car seen on the University of California, Los Angeles campus. (KTLA)
  • UCLA Police Department patrol cars are seen on the University of California, Los Angeles campus. (KTLA)
  • Students participating in an activity near Royce Hall on the UCLA campus on March 11, 2020. (Robyn Beck / AFP / Getty Images)
  • Students walk through the UCLA campus in Westwood. (Credit: Los Angeles Times)
  • An undated file photo shows the UCLA campus. The UCLA Foundation has announced a $5-million gift for scholarships, COVID-19 emergency support, mental health services and other student needs. (Genaro Molina / Los Angeles Times)

It’s unclear how the man was able to enter the dorm room or the building. The victim was medically treated at the scene.

Students were alerted of the assault Friday morning and many said they now feel uneasy.

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“They sent the police report saying a girl was assaulted while sleeping which is very frightening, especially for me as a young woman,” said Chantal de la Cruz, a UCLA student. “I’ve been living here for a year and the [crime] reports we usually get are burglary reports and they’re outside of the campus, so this is a huge shock for everybody. A lot of students don’t feel safe.”

Tips from UCLA police to stay safe on campus include:

  • Always be alert and aware of your surroundings
  • Report any suspicious activity to the police
  • Do not leave doors to buildings propped open
  • Secure your residence by locking all windows and doors
  • Avoid poorly lit or deserted areas when walking at night
  • Utilize the UCLA Safe Ride Service and UCPD CSO evening escorts
  • Callin 911 for emergencies or UCLA PD’s 24-hour line at 310-825-1491

The incident remains under investigation.

Anyone with information on the case is urged to call UCLAPD at 310-825-1491. Anonymous tips can be provided by calling 310-794-5824.

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