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Los Angeles police are investigating a felony hit-and-run that left a man in his 60s critically injured in Tarzana. The incident occurred around 9:25 AM on Monday at Reseda Boulevard and Clark Street, where security footage shows a black Ford F-150 striking the pedestrian in a marked crosswalk. According to the Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD), the driver exited the vehicle momentarily to inspect the injured man, who was lying face down in the street, but did not provide any assistance or identify himself. After a brief observation, the driver returned to his truck and fled the scene. The suspect is described as a man wearing a blue jacket, dark pants, and a baseball cap. The LAPD is urging anyone with relevant information to contact the Valley Traffic Division. Authorities also noted that California law requires drivers to render aid in such situations. Witnesses report seeing trash bins and furniture in the truck's bed, which may help in identifying the vehicle. A reward of up to $25,000 is offered for information leading to the suspect’s apprehension.

In a recent interview, BlackRock CEO Larry Fink emphasized the dire state of retirement planning in the United States, revealing that approximately 57 million Americans lack savings or a retirement strategy. Fink stressed that relying solely on Social Security will result in living below the poverty line. "If that's all you have when you retire, you're going to be living in poverty," he stated. Fink highlighted the outdated nature of the current retirement system, pointing out that life expectancy has dramatically increased. While many retired at 60 or 62 during previous decades, advancements in medicine mean couples aged 60 today often live well into their 90s. He called for a national dialogue to reassess retirement age, savings strategies, and investment practices. Additionally, Fink suggested potentially investing the Social Security trust fund in long-term assets to enhance its sustainability. Aiming to combine growth with responsibility, he urged Americans to save more and rethink their financial habits for a secure future.

Imagine Kay Ewer, a 28-year-old paraprofessional from Colorado, has been sentenced to four years in prison for engaging in a sexual relationship with a 16-year-old special needs student and exploiting him for money. According to the First Judicial District Attorney’s Office, Ewer manipulated the boy into believing he was "the one" and introduced him to dangerous drugs, including fentanyl. Prosecutors detailed that Ewer sent the student thousands of explicit texts and instructed him to bring a gun to school with the intent to harm a fellow teacher. The disturbing relationship came to light after a teacher noticed inappropriate hints in a classroom assignment, prompting an investigation by the Lakewood Police Department. During her court appearance, Ewer expressed remorse, stating, “I’m really sorry; this will never happen again.” Ewer pled guilty to charges of sexual assault on a child and contributing to the delinquency of a minor, while three other felony counts were dismissed as part of a plea agreement. Following her prison term, she will face at least 10 years of sexual offender probation, which could extend to life, depending on her success in treatment programs.