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SAN DIEGO – A sluggish first half doomed the Imperial High School girls basketball team as the second-seeded Tigers fell, 58-43, to top-seeded Mater Dei Catholic of Chula Vista in the CIF San Diego Section Division I championship game at St. Augustine High School here on Friday, February 24.

Trailing 7-5 in the opening quarter, the Tigers (26-5 overall) gave up nine straight points and found themselves down 16-5 with 2:20 left in the first period, after the Crusaders’ Kaylee Muckerman hit three consecutive three-pointers.

“They (Crusaders) beat us to everything and we were just slow to open the game,” said Rich Ponchione, Imperial’s longtime head coach. “We had the right game plan but I think the girls were too amped up and just couldn’t calm down early in the game.”

Mater Dei closed out the first quarter up 18-9, then opened the second quarter on a 10-3 run to build a 28-12 lead with 2:25 left in the first half. The Crusaders took a 34-18 lead into the halftime locker room.

“We didn’t have very good communication early in the game,” said 18-year-old Amy Riley, the Tigers’ senior center. “(The Crusaders) are a really good team and they had great shooters but we didn’t get out and contest those early shots like we should have.”

Imperial, the undefeated (8-0) Imperial Valley League champions, mounted a brief rally early in the third quarter, opening the second half on a 9-4 run to cut the lead to 38-27 with 5:13 left in the quarter. The Crusaders responded and bumped the lead back to 15 at 43-28 over the next two minutes.

“They spread the floor well and moved the ball better than teams we normally play, and obviously they were big and long and athletic,” said 17-year-old senior Sierra Morris, who led the Tigers with 18 points and 11 rebounds. “We hurt ourselves with a lack of communication on the defensive end tonight.”

Riley finished with 10 points for Imperial, while senior Xiomara Cardona had seven points and sophomore Nayeli Cardona chipped in with six points.

The Tigers found themselves in the same predicament last season, losing in the CIF SDS Division II championship game to Fallbrook, then going on to win the CIF Southern California Regional title before losing in the CIF-State Division IV championship game in Sacramento.

“This is going to be tough to get over. Us seniors really wanted that CIF banner,” Morris said. “This one is going to sting for a while, but come Monday we will get back into it at practice and focus on the bigger picture and try to make another run to state.”

The top four teams from CIF SDS Division I automatically qualify for the Southern California Regional playoffs, so Imperial will find out on Sunday what division it will compete in and what seed and opponent the Tigers will get when the regionals open on Tuesday, February 28.

“I think it’s going to be tough because we won’t be back in Division IV, we’ll probably be in Division III,” Ponchione said. “But prior to tonight we’d been playing at a really high level, and if we can get back to that level, hopefully we can make some things happen again like last year,” the coach said.

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FALLBROOK, Calif (KGTV) - Family and friends are keeping vigil, after a beloved drag performer was critically injured in a crash, which was believed to be weather-related.

As a fixture in the local drag community, 28-year-old Cody Doyle AKA ‘Ari Mirage,’ is known for dance moves and a brilliant fashion sense.

“Cody would describe himself as fem, gorgeous, loud, creative, and amazing. All those things,” said close friend Hannah Szafranski.

On Monday night, after a gig at a bar in Hillcrest, Doyle headed to his Fallbrook home. Around 2:30 a.m., and not far from home, the CHP says Doyle’s Nissan Sentra slid off Mission Road near Paseo De Lago, and slammed into a tree.

According to the CHP, wet roadways and fog were possible factors. Alcohol and drugs are not suspected.

Doyle suffered a host of broken bones, including a spinal fracture and three skull fractures. A brain bleed required emergency surgery. He remains in a coma in critical condition.

“Emotionally, I mean, it’s been absolutely heartbreaking,” said Szafranski.

Doyle’s family and friends have been at the hospital, praying and waiting.

“No one wants to think about him not waking up, but he's a fighter. If anyone can handle this, it's Cody,” said a tearful Szafranksi.

Doyle, who started performing drag nearly a decade ago, hosts shows in Hillcrest and Carlsbad. Several of those bars are now planning fundraisers, as donations pour into a Gofundme campaign in Doyle's name.

“I think the silver lining is that Cody is beautiful person, and he’s brought us all together,” said Szafranski.

While the prognosis for Doyle isn't clear, Szafranski remains hopeful. The road to recovery will be a long one.

“Our goal is get him back on stage performing. That’s where he belongs … Hopefully, in the next couple years, Cody is back on stage,” said Szafranski, choking back tears.

The CHP says their investigation is ongoing. Anyone with information on the case is asked to call their Oceanside area office at 760-643-3400.

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UPDATE: 09-19-22

Evan Mueller was reported missing on Sept. 13th from his home on Knoll Park Lane in Fallbrook. His partner of over 6 years, Rebecca Byrnes, family and friends have been looking with the assistance of the Sheriff, Rangers, volunteers, and K-9 search dogs. "His family and friends are very concerned. They have flown in from all over including Washington state, Mexico and beyond. They have taken off work and come from Hesperia and Chula Vista. They are all very concerned," said Rebecca.

It was reported that Evan left during the day while Rebecca was at work. He also left behind his wallet and cell phone. She believes he also took with him a green jacket and some prayer beads.

Evan was reported to be wearing black toe shoes, and black three-quarter length sweats. His green jacket is quilted and does not have a hood. Evan did have long hair and a full beard, although pictures distributed of him also include a time when he was clean shaven. He is a white male, 34 years old, 5'8" with brown hair.

San Diego County Sheriff Lt. Hernandez from the Fallbrook substation said, the Sheriff used a helicopter to try and find him if he was hiking in the Santa Margarita River Valley. He said, "We called in Search and Rescue, but because Evan appears to have voluntarily walked away, so it doesn't fit their criteria. The deputies have continued to go out. He said, "We did register him as missing, but if an officer runs across him the only thing they can do is let him know his family and the community are looking for him. But he's an adult and he's voluntarily missing." He also said, "And there is no evidence of any foul play."

Rebecca said, "...We're all so concerned. He's so valuable to his friends and family. We've raised Heaven and a whole lot of angels came out to help. Dan Conway brought a large group of volunteers from various Search and Rescue nonprofits in San Diego County and Southwest Service Dogs brought a group of beautiful dogs." She said the dogs followed Evan's scent down to the Santa Margarita River.

She said, "The rangers have gone above and beyond to try and find Evan, and the Thunder Renaissance Crew has come out and has been amazing." She continued, "Rabbit" and the group [Renaissance Crew] is from the Escondido area and they are all up here helping."

Rebecca is asking for anyone who has information or may have seen him to please call Evan's mom at 425-286-7827.

Volunteers have been looking along the trails of the Santa Margarita River as Rebecca suspects that may be where he went. Her concern is that he has an allergy that could affect him if he is bitten by ants and he took no supplies with him.

Private Investigator Tony Campbell has contributed to this story.

Friends and Family search for Evan Mueller

Friends and family of Evan Mueller are looking for him today. According to his girlfriend Rebecca Byrnes, he left the house on the 13th while she was at work. He left his cell phone, wallet and just took his army green coat and some prayer beads.

Evan is wearing black toe shoes and the green jacket he took. He may also be wearing black three-quarter length sweats. His green jacket is quilted and does not have a hood. Evan is distinguishable with his long full beard. He's a white male in his early 30s, 5'8" with brown hair and beard.

San Diego County Sheriff Lt. Hernandez from the Fallbrook substation said, the Sheriff used a helicopter to try and find him if he was hiking in the Santa Margarita River Valley. He said, "We called in Search and Rescue, but because Evan appears to have voluntarily walked away, so it doesn't fit their criteria. The deputies have been out again today. He said, "We did register him as missing, but if an officer runs across him the only thing they can do is let him know his family and the community are looking for him. But he's an adult and he's voluntarily missing." He also said, "And there is no evidence of any foul play."

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Rebecca is asking for anyone who has information or may have seen him to please call her. Also anyone who has access to search and rescue dogs to please call her at 442-877-3709.

Volunteers have been looking along the trails of the Santa Margarita River as Rebecca suspects that may be where he went. Her concern is that he has an allergy that could affect him if he is bitten and he took no supplies with him.

Volunteers will be gathering at the end of Knoll Park Lane and continuing to look for him. If you would like to join the volunteers, meet at 1747 Vista del Lago Friday morning at 9 am. There is an empty lot where people are parking with the permission of the homeowners, according to Rebecca.

Private Investigator Tony Campbell has contributed to this story.

FALLBROOK, Calif. (KGTV) — A 21-year-old man was arrested for impersonating a deputy in North County early Monday morning.

According to the San Diego County Sheriff’s Department, the incident began Monday around 2 a.m. when a deputy with the Fallbrook Sheriff’s Substation drove by “what appeared to be a traffic stop” near South Mission and Winter Haven Roads.

“The silver car had emergency strobe lights in the front and back,” the department said. “The deputy also saw a man wearing a black shirt with San Diego County Sheriff's Department patches, a gun belt with a gun in the holster.”

When the deputy turned around to assist what he thought was a plainclothes deputy, the suspect, identified as Michael Carmichael, 21, ran into his car and drove away, the department said.

The deputy tried to pull Carmichael over, but the driver kept going, eventually turning off his lights and making it “too dangerous for the deputy to follow the suspect.”

While checking the area, the deputy discovered a crash. “Responding deputies pulled the suspect out of the car and quickly extinguished a small brush fire sparked by the crash,” the department said.

Carmichael was treated at a hospital before being booked into the Vista Detention Facility for impersonating a peace officer, felony evading, possession of a baton and brass knuckles, and false imprisonment.

The woman initially pulled over by Carmichael was uninjured and an acquaintance riding with the suspect was determined to have no involvement.

After serving a search warrant at Carmichael’s home, authorities found additional items they say could be used to impersonate a deputy, police officer, or security guard.

The department also released advice for anyone pulled over by an unmarked vehicle:

If you have concerns about being pulled over by an unmarked vehicle, turn on your emergency flashing lights so the deputy can see you acknowledge them. Call 9-1-1 or the Sheriff's non-emergency line at (858) 565-5200 to verify the Sheriff's Department has an unmarked unit in the area and the person conducting the traffic stop is indeed a Sheriff's Department Deputy. You also have the right to ask a deputy for identification such as a photo I.D., badge and business card. Pull over into well-lit and busy area for other people to witness the interaction or traffic stop.

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A video of the Rainbow Oaks restaurant in Fallbrook, California, has recently gone viral, where customers can be seen standing for the national anthem. The viral video was uploaded by a TikToker who captioned it with "the most dangerous situation I've ever been in." Soon after, the video surfaced on most social media platforms, it sparked outrage among some people.

The footage shared on social media showed several patrons who rose and recited The Star-Spangled Banner. With many people calling it “disgusting,” “illegal,” etc., Jeanene Paulino, the owner of Rainbow Oaks restaurant, claimed that the complaints were just a way to get attention. While talking to Fox News, the owner said:

"I feel like if we take a few minutes out of our day to be grateful for the men and women who have made the sacrifices so that we can stand up and say how we feel and she said how she felt. And I wish she realized that it's because of those men and women who made those sacrifices that she was able to do that.”

As several netizens bashed the restaurant on social media for the act, many netizens have now been standing up in favor of the owner and Rainbow Oaks restaurant. They claimed that the anthem was played only to honor the sacrifices of the freedom fighters. One social media user also questioned if there was anything "wrong with being patriotic?”

Social media users support the national anthem being played at Rainbow Oaks after several critics slammed it

After receiving criticism for playing the national anthem at her restaurant, restaurant owner Jeanene Paulino has received a wave of support from social media users. Many have spoken in defense of the restaurant's longstanding tradition of playing the anthem, with some even calling it a patriotic duty.

Despite the backlash, the restaurant has remained steadfast in its commitment to honoring the flag and the country it represents. This has moved the netizens, who are now reacting to the whole situation positively.

For years, Rainbow Oaks has upheld the tradition of standing for the national anthem every day, a practice that the restaurant's previous owners originally established. Jeanene Paulino, the current owner, claimed that she takes pride in continuing this longstanding tradition at the restaurant.