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4 days ago
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Man arraigned on murder charge in Oregon for death of his then-girlfriend in 1980s cold case
This undated photo released by the National Missing and Unidentified Persons System shows Teresa Peroni before her disappearance in 1983. (NamUs via AP) Warning: The following story may contain graphic details. GRANTS PASS, Ore. — A man who is suspected in the disappearance of his then-girlfriend in the 1980s and was recently extradited from California to Oregon has been arraigned on a murder charge stemming from the cold case. Mark Sanfratello, 72, was arraigned Wednesday in Josephine County Circuit Court in southern Oregon after a grand jury indicted him for second-degree murder in the death of Teresa Peroni, the Oregon attorney general's office said in a statement. Sanfratello is being held without bail, according to online court records. His defence attorney, Elizabeth Baker, said he is 'claiming all the rights afforded him under the law.' Peroni disappeared in 1983 at age 27 after attending a party in a rural area near the small town of Selma. Authorities say she was last seen walking into the woods with Sanfratello, her boyfriend at the time. Authorities investigated, but there was not enough evidence to move forward with charges. In 1997 a human skull was found on a nearby property, which was then searched with the use of a cadaver dog, according to the Josephine County Sheriff's Office. The skull was sent to the University of North Texas for examination. The sheriff's office reopened the case in 2024, with investigators collecting new DNA evidence and using modern forensic testing. With the additional DNA, experts at the university were able to confirm that the skull was Peroni's. Sanfratello was taken into custody last month in Chico, California. Investigators are still seeking information from anyone who attended the party. 'What happened to Teresa Peroni left her family with decades of uncertainty and grief,' Oregon Attorney General Dan Rayfield said. 'While the legal process is now underway and it's important not to prejudge its outcome, this arrest reflects the progress that's possible when law enforcement agencies persist and evolve with new tools. It's a powerful reminder that time doesn't erase the need for answers.' It is the second recent Oregon cold case that has been linked to someone in California. State police said in May that a man who was found dead along Interstate 5 in Oregon had been identified after nearly 45 years and that notorious California serial killer Randy Kraft was the only person under investigation for the 1980 killing.
Yahoo
06-06-2025
- Politics
- Yahoo
Letters to the Editor: Amid tree house standoff, 'what options do the unhoused have left?'
To the editor: Benito Flores' efforts in El Sereno must be commended ('Elderly man builds tree house to protest eviction from state-owned home,' June 3). Given the Grants Pass vs. Johnson ruling, Gov. Gavin Newsom's persistent encampment sweeps and local sit/lie bans, what options do the unhoused have left but to live in trees? The displacement of elders from our communities is cruel and often amounts to a death sentence. Surely Newsom is aware that an average of nearly seven people die on the streets of L.A. each day — many of them elderly. How powerful it would be to see real leadership from our governor. Why are there dozens of vacant homes on state-owned land amid this humanitarian crisis? In fact, years ago, just across the street from Flores' home, the state granted a parcel of land to the city at a discount and it is now a thriving community garden. Does Newsom truly believe he can charm his way to Washington while making negligible progress on our state's central political and moral crisis? Zach Murray, Los Angeles This story originally appeared in Los Angeles Times.
Los Angeles Times
06-06-2025
- Politics
- Los Angeles Times
Letters to the Editor: Amid tree house standoff, ‘what options do the unhoused have left?'
To the editor: Benito Flores' efforts in El Sereno must be commended ('Elderly man builds tree house to protest eviction from state-owned home,' June 3). Given the Grants Pass vs. Johnson ruling, Gov. Gavin Newsom's persistent encampment sweeps and local sit/lie bans, what options do the unhoused have left but to live in trees? The displacement of elders from our communities is cruel and often amounts to a death sentence. Surely Newsom is aware that an average of nearly seven people die on the streets of L.A. each day — many of them elderly. How powerful it would be to see real leadership from our governor. Why are there dozens of vacant homes on state-owned land amid this humanitarian crisis? Does Newsom truly believe he can charm his way to Washington while making negligible progress on our state's central political and moral crisis? Zach Murray, Los Angeles
Associated Press
17-05-2025
- Business
- Associated Press
Vetr Announces Plans to Offer ToltraMax Oral Solution Upon Platform Launch
GRANTS PASS, OR, May 16, 2025 (EZ Newswire) -- Vetr, an upcoming telehealth platform focused on providing pet owners with access to veterinary products and services, has announced its intention to include ToltraMax, a toltrazuril-based oral solution, as part of its product offerings when the platform launches later this year. ToltraMax is an oral solution formulated for use in multiple species, including dogs, cats, horses and other non food chain animals. Its active ingredient, toltrazuril, is widely used in veterinary settings to manage intestinal health challenges related to coccidia, a common protozoan parasite affecting a variety of animals. While Vetr's platform is still in development, ToltraMax is currently available for purchase through Amazon, Walmart, and serving caretakers of equine and companion animals. 'Expanding access to essential veterinary products is a core part of Vetr's mission,' said Andrew Hamilton, founder and CEO of Vetr. 'ToltraMax aligns with our goal of providing practical, broad-use solutions and compounded drugs for pet owners and animal caretakers, making it an important addition to our future product lineup.' Vetr aims to simplify the process of obtaining veterinary-recommended medications through a digital platform designed for convenience and accessibility. The platform will offer an online pharmacy, educational resources, and telehealth consultations, supporting responsible pet care and providing guidance on product usage. Recently, Vetr secured $21 million in funding from Palehorse Capital to support the platform's development and product expansion, including a nationwide online pharmacy. This investment will assist in launching a comprehensive online marketplace for veterinary products, including ToltraMax, alongside efforts to lower the overall cost of pet medications for consumers. Upon launch, Vetr will provide pet owners with a streamlined purchasing experience, while emphasizing the importance of professional veterinary consultation. The platform will not replace veterinary care but will serve as an additional resource for accessing trusted products and information. For updates on Vetr's launch and product availability, visit About Vetr Vetr is a telehealth platform transforming pet healthcare by making veterinary services more affordable, accessible and efficient. Through its easy-to-use app, pet owners can schedule appointments, consult remotely with licensed veterinarians and access low-cost, over-the-counter animal prescriptions. Founded by Andrew Hamilton, Vetr is dedicated to delivering high-quality, cost-effective care for pets nationwide. With a focus on generic medications and virtual care, Vetr is redefining how modern pet owners manage their animals' health. Learn more at Media Contact Media Relations [email protected] ### SOURCE: Vetr Copyright 2025 EZ Newswire
Yahoo
13-05-2025
- Politics
- Yahoo
A model for removing encampments in Lodi? Newsom pushes cities to do more to tackle homelessness
May 13—Gov. Gavin Newsom is again asking cities to address homelessness this week, urging leaders to remove tents from sidewalks and other public properties. Newsom released a model ordinance on Monday that his office described as a starting point for local jurisdictions to craft their own policies without delay. His plan calls for cities to prohibit persistent camping in one location, as well as encampments that block sidewalks. It also requires local officials to offer shelter to homeless individuals before removing a temporary dwelling. "There's nothing compassionate about letting people die on the streets," Newsom said in a statement. "Local leaders asked for resources — we delivered the largest state investment in history. They asked for legal clarity — the courts delivered. Now, we're giving them a model they can put to work immediately, with urgency and with humanity, to resolve encampments and connect people to shelter, housing, and care. The time for inaction is over. There are no more excuses." The announcement was coupled with the release of $3.3 billion in Proposition 1 funding approved by voters in 2024, for communities to expand behavioral health housing and treatment options for their mentally ill and homeless populations. The funding adds to the $27 billion the state has already given to local governments to address homelessness, and is not contingent upon cities banning encampments. Lodi Mayor Cameron Bregman supported the governor's announcement. "We, as a city, should hold all citizens to the same laws and standards across the board. That includes our homeless population," he said. "Any action to be taken on the front of cleaning up our city, we should take. We have decreased the number of tents and camps within the city over the last 2 1/2 years and will continue to push for such." Newsom's office said the model draws from the state's approach that has cleared more than 16,000 encampments and more than 311,873 cubic yards of waste and debris from sites since July of 2021. The governor issued an executive order last year requiring state agencies to remove homeless encampments on state property and urged local governments to do the same. Councilwoman Lisa Craig echoed concerns Newsom highlighted in Monday's statement that encampments pose a serious public safety risk, including fires, unsanitary conditions and exposing encampment residents to increased risk of sexual violence, criminal activity, property damage and break-ins. "After the Grants Pass decision, the City of Lodi was an early enactor of an anti-camping ordinance, making changes to relevant sections of our municipal code defining and prohibiting camping in public or private space not permitted or authorized for camping," she said. "(Giving individuals) 48-hour notice, the discretion of law enforcement to determine what possessions should be inventoried and stored, and issuance of citations has given our Lodi PD the additional tools they needed to protect the public from the serious threats that homeless encampments have brought to our city." In a 6-3 decision in Grants Pass v. Johnson last summer, the Supreme Court ruled that cities enforcing anti-camping bans are not violating the Eighth Amendment's prohibition on cruel and unusual punishment, even if homeless individuals have to place to go. The ruling struck down the Martin v. Boise decision of 2018, that said cities cannot enforce anti-camping ordinances if they do not provide enough homeless shelter beds for their unsheltered populations. Craig said the city has spent more than $22 million in grant funds to address homelessness, including $7.7 million on the access center located at 714 N. Sacramento St. More than $11 million in grant funds is encumbered in contracts to build the permanent center, she said, leaving about $805,000 for continuation operation of the temporary center and an additional $2.8 million for future operations. The San Joaquin County Board of Supervisors received an update on the access center Tuesday morning. Since 2021, the county has allocated about $11 million toward the project, which will provide 100 beds and wrap-around serves to unsheltered individuals once complete.
