LAS VEGAS (KTNV) — Memorial services were announced for two fallen troopers who were killed in a hit-and-run on I-15 early Thursday morning.
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Nevada State Troopers (Sergeant Michael Abbate, left) (Trooper Alberto Felix, right) killed in a hit and run crash on November 30, 2023.
Nevada State Police said both memorial services are open for the community to attend. The services will also be available in a live stream.
Nevada State Police said Trooper Alberto Felix’s service will be held Friday, Dec. 8, at 10:30 a.m. at Central Church located at 1001 New Beginnings in Henderson.
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Memorial Service for Nevada State Police – Highway Patrol Trooper Alberto Felix. The Memorial Service is open for the community to attend. Palm Mortuary link: https://t.co/b8KyiAs545 The service will also be available Live Stream on the Nevada State Police YouTube channel. pic.twitter.com/bgWBcmuqVt
Sergeant Micheal Abbate’s service is expected to be held on Monday, Dec. 11, at 10:30 a.m. at the same address.
Memorial Service for Nevada State Police – Highway Patrol Sergeant Michael Abbate. The Memorial Service is open for the community to attend. Palm Mortuary link: https://t.co/hhepS4vZNj The service will also be available Live Stream on the Nevada State Police YouTube channel. pic.twitter.com/McUQHurtCE
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Abbate joined the department in December 2013 and was promoted to sergeant in November. Felix became a part of the department in January 2019. Prior to his service with the Highway Patrol, Felix honorably served in the United States Air Force.
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Nevada State Police said the hit-and-run happened around 3:23 p.m. near I-15 and D Street. The incident closed all northbound lanes of I-15 at Charleston for nearly 12 hours.
The Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department said Sergeant Michael Abbate and Trooper Alberto Felix stopped to contact a driver “who appeared to be sleeping in their car” on the side of the freeway.
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LVMPD identified the suspect in the hit-and-run as 46-year-old Jemarcus Williams. According to police, Williams collided with the troopers in a white Chevrolet HHR and then drove away from the scene.
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He was arrested on multiple charges, including DUI above the legal limit resulting in death.
Saturday, a memorial drive was hosted by two local truck companies and the Nevada State Highway Patrol.
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Christmas Day weather forecast for Northern California – Dec. 25, 2024
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Christmas Day weather forecast for Northern California – Dec. 25, 2024
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TRUCKEE — With another weather system just about done with Northern California, roads in the Northern California high country are open but still potentially treacherous on Christmas Day.
As of noon, there are no restrictions on both Interstate 80 and Highway 50 in the Sierra Nevada.
The same can’t be said for the smaller highways, however.
On Highway 89, Caltrans says chains or snow tires are required from Truckee to the Sierra/Plumas County line, and from Truckee to around 11 miles north of Truckee.
Highlighting how dangerous the conditions could be, on Christmas morning California Highway Patrol posted about a driver who nearly went completely off the side of the road near Emerald Bay. The vehicle had to be towed out.
Further south, along Highway 88, Caltrans says chains are also still required on all vehicles from 6.5 miles east of Peddler Hill in Amador County to about 5 miles west of Picketts Junction in Alpine County.
Another impactful weather system is expected to arrive by Thursday in Northern California
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Cecilio Padilla
Cecilio Padilla is a digital producer for CBS Sacramento and a Sacramento-area native who has been covering Northern California for more than a decade.
Neither of the authors of “Homesteading 2.0” (Dec. 15 Review-Journal) lives in Nevada. Yet, they believe they are qualified to advocate for increased development of our public lands.
To date, much new development has focused on luxury housing and green energy projects, rather than the need for affordable housing. While the authors acknowledge our successful conservation efforts, they fail to mention that current residents are being heavily regulated by the water authority, facing penalties, and pressured to reduce water usage. Lawns are being replaced with desert landscaping, and ongoing development to accommodate growth is contributing to the urban heat island effect. This growth has led to more congested roadways, wildlife encroaching into urban areas due to habitat loss and reduced access to recreational spaces that residents once enjoyed.
One of the defining features of Las Vegas was the open space surrounding the valley, which has long been a unique advantage of living in the Southwest. We must carefully consider how much growth we are willing to support moving forward.
Due to rainy weather forecast, the Annual Menorah Lighting in Nevada City has been moved indoors to The Miners Foundry (325 Spring St, Nevada City). Co-sponsored by Chabad of Grass Valley and The Miners Foundry, this special and FREE Chanukah celebration will take place on Thursday, December 26, at 4:00 p.m., and the public is invited to join the fun.
This year, for the first time ever, the event will feature the lighting of a 12-foot illuminated menorah, the largest and brightest in Nevada County. The menorah lighting promises to be an inspiring and memorable moment, bringing the community and our elected officials together to celebrate the message of Chanukah.
The evening will also include a unique performance by a Hassidic fire performer from Brooklyn, adding excitement and energy to the festivities. Guests will enjoy live Chanukah music, singing, and dancing, along with warm Starbucks coffee. Delicious latkes and donuts will be served, and there will be Chanukah gelt and dreidels for everyone to enjoy.
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“Chanukah is about bringing more light into the world each day,” said Rabbi Nochum Yusewitz. “We’re grateful to be able to gather indoors this year to keep everyone warm and dry while celebrating the holiday together. Although it’s the 9th year we are organizing this, there are lots of ‘firsts’ this year so that’s very exciting.”
For more information about the event, about Chanukah or about Chabad call Rabbi Nochum at 530-404-0030 or email hello@JewishGV.com
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