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Grandmother killed after man jumps off freeway bridge in Southern California

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Grandmother killed after man jumps off freeway bridge in Southern California

A family is devastated after a grandmother was killed when a man jumped off a Southern California freeway bridge and onto her car.

On Aug. 9, Margarita Novela Galindo, 59, from Ontario, was sitting in the passenger seat as her husband drove on the 210 Freeway in Sylmar at around 7 p.m.

As they traveled under the Roxford Street overpass, a man jumped off the bridge in an act of suicide. His body slammed onto Margarita’s car, crashed through the windshield and landed on the woman.

Margarita was rushed to the hospital where she remained in the ICU for weeks before passing away on Aug. 28. Her husband, Florencio Galindo, survived the crash without any serious injuries.

  • Margarita Galindo and her husband, Florencio Galindo, are seen with their grandchildren. (Galindo Family)
  • A prayer service was held at Margarita Galindo's home in Ontario on August 31, 2024. (KTLA)
  • Margarita Novela Galindo, 59, from Ontario, is seen in a family photo. (Galindo Family)
  • Margarita Galindo is seen with loved ones. (Galindo Family)
  • A prayer service was held at Margarita Galindo's home in Ontario on August 31, 2024. (KTLA)
  • Margarita Novela Galindo, 59, from Ontario, is seen in a family photo. (Galindo Family)

The woman’s family remains devastated and in shock over the series of events.

“The way it all happened, it just wasn’t fair,” said David Galindo, the victim’s son.

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“I’m just sad and a little angry that was her destiny, her end,” said Stephanie Galindo, the victim’s daughter.

Florencio called the authorities and his family for help moments after the deadly impact.

“Something landed on the vehicle so [my father] pulled over onto the shoulder so that he could get the guy off my mom,” David said of the frantic moments following the crash.

Florencio said he had no words to describe his grief, but said he did not hold any anger for the man responsible for his wife’s death.

On Saturday night, friends and family gathered at the couple’s home to hold a prayer service honoring the beloved grandmother.

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“She goes out for a trip and then she just never comes back,” Stephanie said. “And that’s my anger. That we never said ‘Bye.’”

“She’s not here anymore,” David said. “How are we going to fill that void?”

Margarita is survived by her husband, three adult children and seven grandchildren.

A GoFundMe account to help the Galindo family with funeral expenses can be found here.

If you or anyone you know is experiencing a mental health crisis, please call or text the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline by dialing 988.

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Burger King is giving away free chicken sandwiches and bacon cheeseburgers

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Burger King is giving away free chicken sandwiches and bacon cheeseburgers

Burger King is still spreading holiday cheer with after Christmas food deals.

The burger chain has celebrated the holidays all month long with its 31-day deal promotion for rewards members and has saved some of its best deals for the end of the year.

On Friday, Dec. 27, and Monday, Dec. 30, customers can get a free original chicken sandwich and bacon cheeseburger with a $1 purchase. The chain is also offering its famous Whoppers for $3 on Wednesday.

The chain started its month-long celebration by offering free burgers and sodas earlier this month. The promotion also saw the return of fan-favorite items, such as its four-piece cheesy tots — reintroduced nationwide last December — and the croissant breakfast sandwich.

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Laugh Factory serves over 2,000 holiday meals to those in need for 45th year

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Laugh Factory serves over 2,000 holiday meals to those in need for 45th year

For the 45th consecutive year, the Laugh Factory in Hollywood opened its doors on Christmas Day to serve thousands of free meals to the homeless and those in need.

Owner Jamie Masada and a team of volunteers, including stars like Tim Allen, Tiffany Haddish, and Craig Robinson, hosted the annual event, which featured food, comedy shows, and holiday cheer. 

More than 2,000 meals were served throughout the day, accompanied by live performances to keep spirits high.

“I’m lucky I’m asked to do this,” comedian Tim Allen told KTLA’s Gene Kang. “Feed everyone who needs to be fed.”

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Among the attendees was Army veteran Ned Moore, who reflected on the importance of compassion during the holidays. “The Christmas spirit is to care about people all year, not just one day,” he said.

In addition to meals and laughter, children were given free toys, bringing smiles to many young faces. “When I see the joy on the children and parents’ faces, just to have a place to go, it’s a blessing,” said Laugh Factory President David Fuhrer.

For one couple, the event was a memorable holiday date night.

“The atmosphere here is wonderful,” said attendee Madeline. “The food is delicious, and I enjoy the comedy show.”

Volunteers, many of whom return year after year, said the event embodies the true spirit of the season.

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“Laughter and helping people go hand in hand,” said volunteer Ben Varadi. His sons, Jacob and Robert, added, “The best part is helping the community.”

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Hanukkah, the Jewish Festival of Lights, begins. Here's the history

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Hanukkah, the Jewish Festival of Lights, begins. Here's the history

LOS ANGELES (KTLA) – Jews around the world are marking the start of Hanukkah, the Festival of Lights, which celebrates the rededication of the Second Temple in Jerusalem in the second century B.C. after it was defiled by Syrian Greeks.

This eight-day holiday starts on the 25th of Kislev in the Hebrew calendar, usually falling in December. In 2024, Hanukkah begins at sundown on December 25 and ends at sundown on January 2, 2025.

The story of Hanukkah begins in 168 B.C. when the Seleucid king Antiochus IV Epiphanes banned Jewish religious practices and desecrated the Second Temple by setting up an altar to Zeus and sacrificing pigs.

This led to a revolt led by the Jewish priest Mattathias and his five sons, known as the Maccabees.

The Seleucid Empire, one of the successor states of Alexander the Great’s empire, was vast and powerful.

Judah Maccabee, one of Mattathias’s sons, and his followers fought a guerrilla war against the Seleucids.

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Despite being vastly outnumbered, the Maccabees won several battles and eventually took back Jerusalem. When they reclaimed the Temple, they found only a small amount of oil left to light the menorah, the Temple’s candelabrum. The oil, believed to only be enough for one day, lasted for eight days.

This ancient miracle is the basis of Hanukkah, which means “dedication” in Hebrew.

Jews celebrate the holiday by lighting the menorah, with one more candle lit each night until all eight are lit on the final night. Traditional foods like latkes (potato pancakes) and sufganiyot (jelly-filled doughnuts) are fried in oil, symbolizing the miracle of the oil.

Other customs include playing the game of dreidle and exchanging gifts.

Although Hanukkah is not as religiously significant as holidays such as Passover or Yom Kippur, it holds a special place in Jewish culture as a reminder of the Jewish people’s resilience and faith in the face of oppression.

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