Ed Fogle comment-61823 2012-01-02T21:45:42Z 2012-01-02T21:45:42Z It has been such a hoot and an honor working w/ Kati this past year. She's a quirky and fun addition to our team who keeps you laughing. Don't let the gray hair fool ya... this gal is no "tender-foot". Formerly an underwater photographer for the U.S. Navy, she loves the action scenes (the juicy stuff as she says). Be sure to check out her bio... it's a blast. Thanks for the great times this year Kati... looking forward to many more in 2012. Ed Fogle 2012-01-02T21:45:42Z Ed Fogle comment-61822 2012-01-02T21:40:19Z 2012-01-02T21:40:19Z Wow! What an honor! Thank you so much SacPress!. Every member of our team loves what they do... it's their passion and it shows. Our team continues to grow and with each person that comes to our team, it just adds another layer and facet to this talent rich group. It's specifically our SacMav team that is out on the streets at night and sometimes during the day capturing our local heroes in action as they serve our community putting their lives on the line. It's an honor to capture them in action and bring that you here at SacPress and SacMav.com. Ed Fogle 2012-01-02T21:40:19Z Ed Fogle comment-61287 2011-12-13T20:14:18Z 2011-12-13T20:14:18Z Ah.... correct. That's what happens when you hear someone say "Patio" and it sticks in your head even when it's right in front of your eyeballs... I even had a couple of people check it, so it escaped all of us. lol Thanx for catching that Tony. Ed Fogle 2011-12-13T20:14:18Z Ed Fogle comment-59336 2011-10-31T21:53:21Z 2011-10-31T21:53:21Z Yeah... I hate to do it but gotta give this one a thumbs down... I saw a lot more creative costumes around town... but you would have to get out of a single backyard to see that. ;-) Ed Fogle 2011-10-31T21:53:21Z Ed Fogle comment-59335 2011-10-31T21:46:59Z 2011-10-31T21:46:59Z I definately 2nd that one! Fabulous photography as always Kati and an equally fabulous article Mary. You two compliment each other well in your collaborations. ...a true treasure to SacPress and the community. Ed Fogle 2011-10-31T21:46:59Z Ed Fogle comment-58775 2011-10-18T05:25:54Z 2011-10-18T05:25:54Z Great shots as always David! Ed Fogle 2011-10-18T05:25:54Z Ed Fogle comment-58446 2011-10-11T11:10:13Z 2011-10-11T11:10:13Z RANT: Thanks Ben, Geoff and the rest of the SacPress crew for such an incredible news aggregation and delivery platform. When you utilize citizen based news you get passionate stories. Thanks for such a great article Patricia.... evidently SacBee sent someone but they couldn't even squeak out an article on such an awesome and festive event. All they came up with was 50 posed snapshots that you can buy: http://www.sacbee.com/2011/10/08/3970028/snapshots-turn-verein-oktoberfest.html#storylink=misearch That's a real slap in the face to the folks at Turn Verein. They gained access under media credentials, never wrote a story, posted fan photos for purchase and labled it "news". No wonder SacBee is dying. Keep up the great work SacPress and contributors! By the way... here are all our SacMav photos from the event. Enjoy and download for free: https://picasaweb.google.com/108357181966558551596/News_111007_Oktoberfest (that wasn't too snarky.... was it? ;-) ) Ed Fogle 2011-10-11T11:10:13Z Ed Fogle comment-57853 2011-09-26T08:36:01Z 2011-09-26T08:36:01Z I don't know why I'm replying to this, but I guess the obvious isn't so obvious: Notice the "Disclosure" at the end of the article that has been there since the creation of the article. In addition, this article has nothing to do w/ KJ, it's not opinion, it's facts of an event for public information. For the rest of our "commentors", in the future, we'll continue to post informational articles about our findings to alert and inform the public as we remain on watch. We will no longer come and play in your sandbox of rhetoric, we'll let you kids play by yourselves. For the few of you that we did come here and play with, there's hundreds that are elated and very grateful for our efforts, there's no reason for us to come here and feed ammo to a few malcontents who twist even the simplest well intended words into something else. -Enjoy Ed Fogle 2011-09-26T08:36:01Z Ed Fogle comment-57760 2011-09-23T20:33:01Z 2011-09-23T20:33:01Z ;-) Ed Fogle 2011-09-23T20:33:01Z Ed Fogle comment-57753 2011-09-23T19:00:29Z 2011-09-23T19:00:29Z Now that I can respect Mark. And for the record, you're right, it's not a "profession", it's a calling... and I understanding your feelings toward the "profession". ...got a go, heard some barking! ;-) Ed Fogle 2011-09-23T19:00:29Z Ed Fogle comment-57749 2011-09-23T18:19:03Z 2011-09-23T18:19:03Z It's well known that when people are hurting, they manifest their hurt in anger and lashing out most often at those who are trying to help. Likewise, preachers are known for their longwindedness and analogies, so let me not disappoint here: when a dog is injured and hurting, all it knows is that it is injured and hurting. Well meaning human rescuers often get snapped and snarled at, even bit pretty good while hazarding rescue efforts, but it typically does not deter the rescuers from their efforts. Davi, Tony, "You Want What"... make no mistake, your snaps, snarls and bites here will not deter the pastors from what they know they're God given mission is. They will continue to stand, they will continue to remain on watch, they will continue to sound the alarm and even move with haste to rescue you even though you don't realize you need rescuing and are ungrateful. We are used to it and we did sign up for it. So here we are, here we stand and here we will remain. As I recall, there is another citizen watchman on a very strong mission to sound the warning alarm to his community... something about bootleg vendors? I believe this watchman is even taking the time to secretly video tape and post the infractions and fight for what is right, invoke his first amendment rights as a citizen and even using SacPress and Youtube to get the message out. My hat is off to that man, he's in the battle just like the pastors are. http://www.sacramentopress.com/headline/57609/Bootleg_Banquet Ed Fogle 2011-09-23T18:19:03Z Ed Fogle comment-57746 2011-09-23T17:39:14Z 2011-09-23T17:39:14Z ;-) Ed Fogle 2011-09-23T17:39:14Z Ed Fogle comment-57744 2011-09-23T17:32:49Z 2011-09-23T17:32:49Z There is a very large difference my friend between a "Pen Name" such as Samuel Langhorne Clemens used to write his masterpieces and classics that we enjoy even today, and hiding behind a "User Name" to spout senseless, ignorant rhetoric. Let's not confuse the two. Ed Fogle 2011-09-23T17:32:49Z Ed Fogle comment-57711 2011-09-23T11:18:07Z 2011-09-23T11:18:07Z I was searching for words and I think Rhonda stole them... she is so right on. SacPress will continue to live and breath... it has so many incredible talented voices that breath so much life into it. But, the spirit, soul, timber and bravato (especially the bravato) of your voice will never be replaced in this choir. You'll make your Cameos, I'm sure, but knowing you've "left the building" and won't be at your desk tomorrow just leaves more than a hallow empty thud. I can only imagine how hard this decision was on Geoff , Ben and Joel... but at the end of the day, business is business and times like these truly test the metal of great businessmen; I left the COO position of what should have been an incredible company, because my friend and CEO, couldn't get that. So in that, Ben, Geoff and Joel, I applaud you. As others have so adeptly mentioned already... I applaud all of you for how this parting of ways has been handled. David, I'm sure Kati and I will get to share more good times w/ you at Naked Lounge... I feel a latte coming on already. And now maybe we'll both have time to work on that Midtown project. ;-). Lol (as for the two thumbs down: my bet is it was two McClatchy execs.... haha) [ok...so I found a few words] Ed Fogle 2011-09-23T11:18:07Z Ed Fogle comment-57715 2011-09-23T11:06:34Z 2011-09-23T11:06:34Z Thank you for locating this section of the IRS code (I would address you respectfully by name if you weren't hiding behind a user name). First let me address your first statement: "THIS GROUP" just formed a couple of weeks ago during the redistricting process. So "THIS GROUP" has not addressed the "SMI Initiative". Furthermore, let me highlight paragraph four which is the information I was referring to in a previous comment as to what churches and non-profits can and can not do: "The IRS has published Revenue Ruling 2007-41, which outlines how churches, and all 501(c)(3) organizations, can stay within the law regarding the ban on political activity. Also, the ban by Congress is on political campaign activity regarding a candidate; churches and other 501(c)(3) organizations can engage in a limited amount of lobbying (including ballot measures) and advocate for or against issues that are in the political arena. The IRS also has provided guidance regarding the difference between advocating for a candidate and advocating for legislation." "THIS GROUP" is functioning within the legal parameters and have not even come close to the boundaries of such. Don't think that out of 20 pastors, that we do not have effective and well versed legal representation and advisers. So the real question is, what is your real issue? No pastor in 'THIS GROUP" has campaigned for any candidate, initiative or ballot issue. The only thing "THIS GROUP" of pastors has done has acted as a group of concerned citizens holding our local government accountable, making sure they treat you right and fairly. I'm failing to see the issue. What you should take exception and issue with is the obvious, blatant and dishonest back door politics that have taken place by your city council. What you should take up issue with is a city council that literally refuses to work together, and literally told pastors that they don't care what "The People" think or want in a meeting with the pastors. You have council members in office right now who's only agenda (no matter what is right for you) is to appose your Mayor, and that is known fact. With that, let me encourage you to turn this energy you have to oppose, to the direction of your City Council which you should be holding accountable. The pastors are simply being "watchmen" and shedding light and warnings when necessary. For the life of me, I can not see why any American would have any issue with that. Ed Fogle 2011-09-23T11:06:34Z Ed Fogle comment-57713 2011-09-23T09:07:42Z 2011-09-23T09:07:42Z Tony, it wasn't ment as a personal attack, and I'm sorry you took it that way. Allow me to bring the very real relevance to it: Your "no" answer makes your initial question/statement completely irrelevant. ...and in kind (to quote you) "...I'll let you ponder the reason why...." From here, as a pastor and voting American, believe me I want to make my next remarks VERY personal, but out of respect for the guidelines, the intended purpose of SacPress and its incredible staff, I will refrain. Let's agree to disagree at this point and move on. Ed Fogle 2011-09-23T09:07:42Z Ed Fogle comment-57709 2011-09-23T07:30:03Z 2011-09-23T07:30:03Z Getting? Lol Ed Fogle 2011-09-23T07:30:03Z Ed Fogle comment-57706 2011-09-23T06:46:14Z 2011-09-23T06:46:14Z Pastors, churches, non-profits, etc may allocated a percentage of funds and time promoting specific political isues and agendas... that they can not at all is a false impression proppigated by those who fear non-profits and churches. Much like the falsity of "separation of church and state". Those who know their history know that phrase is ment for government not to control churches, not visa versa. Both of which are mute points here anyway Tony, because these pastors are simply keeping accountability... pure and simple. They have not supported any candidates, they have not told their congregations how to vote, etc. But thanks for your concern Tony, the pastors appreciate community members as yourself looking out for their best intrest as they do that for you at council meetings and direct accountability meetings with councilmembers. In fact, I hear they will be at city hall this week knocking on council members doors who have not met with them, on yours and the rest of the communities behalf. By the way, speaking of accountability, Tony, have you registered to vote? Ed Fogle 2011-09-23T06:46:14Z Ed Fogle comment-57170 2011-09-14T05:13:40Z 2011-09-14T05:13:40Z Tony... all great points, however, those who continue to refer to the physical local of UCD and it not being physically moved demonstrate that they entirely miss the issues at hand. So let's move beyond UCD and to a much weightier concern or an issue that should be a concern: Does it not bother anyone that six members of city council showed their true colors? Does it not bother anyone that shady backdoor tactics were brought to bare demonstrating little to no integrity? Does it not bother anyone that while McCarty in essence called an entire community (of incredible people) gutter trash (tried to make it more palatable by phrasing it "guttural discourse") that minutes latter true "gutter language" was uttered by co-council member Pannell directed at a citizen (but that was okay because she was stressed). Six council-members effectively railroaded what was supposed to be a democratic process right under everyone's noses... and this is okay? Forget the boundaries and the UCD issue... Sacramentians should be way more than furious at the actions of their elected officials. There is a much greater problem here that the entire city of Sacramento needs to be concerned about than redistricting (though that is very important). You're representatives (save Schenirer, Ashby and Johnson) demonstrated in technicolor that they don't care about you, they care about their personal agenda. Don't be apathetic... don't say "oh that's politics for ya"... KNOW IT'S NOT! Step up and do something about it. Ed Fogle 2011-09-14T05:13:40Z Ed Fogle comment-57069 2011-09-12T17:43:55Z 2011-09-12T17:43:55Z Absolutely magnificent Ron! Awesome job!! Ed Fogle 2011-09-12T17:43:55Z Ed Fogle comment-56860 2011-09-08T03:41:16Z 2011-09-08T03:41:16Z Yeah... I know I'm supposed to be unbiased, but that's why I've stayed behind my camera on this and refrained from writing on it... I'm too close to the situation to be unbiased. So... what did you think about Councilman McCarty putting OakParkers in the gutter? (Check out this video clip http://sacmav.com/2011/09/07/councilman-mccarty-puts-oak-park-in-the-gutter/#more-1983 ) Ed Fogle 2011-09-08T03:41:16Z Ed Fogle comment-56590 2011-09-04T12:07:36Z 2011-09-04T12:07:36Z Ok...stop the bus, I mean RT train; I'm little confused, it happens easily so help me out here: how is your privacy violated when you are in public? My wife travels Lightrail often and I'm elated that those cameras are there w/ eyes on. Also, as a photo journalist I monitor police and fire frequencies and have personaly heard when the cameras have come into play catching bad guys and preventing crime. This is a really good thing and I'm very pleased that my tax dollars support it. Keep up the good work! Ed Fogle 2011-09-04T12:07:36Z Ed Fogle comment-56581 2011-09-03T20:14:58Z 2011-09-03T20:14:58Z Wow!! Thanks Ben! Every contributor, every article, (almost) every comment, every reader, intern and staff member is what makes this whole thing tic. Congratulations to everyone! I'm definitely honored to have the 10,000th milestone contribution, but that honor belongs to every single person who's finger (click) print has graced this creation. What is also moving to me is that the 10,000th article isn't just another contribution, it's about a community in renascence, a community that has fought long and hard, more than most of us can realize or imagine, and the fruits of their literal blood, sweat and tears is coming to fruition. I've stayed behind my camera, capturing the history, emotion and true community effort during this redistricting fight; I haven't written on it because I'm to close to the story and very biased, but I believe the images tell it all. So, congratulations Oak Park! Keep up the fight! This article and 10,000th milestone post is dedicated to you. Ed Fogle 2011-09-03T20:14:58Z Ed Fogle comment-56580 2011-09-03T20:02:47Z 2011-09-03T20:02:47Z Sssssssssssssweet! Way to go SacPress and everyone contributing. This is what community is about. Ed Fogle 2011-09-03T20:02:47Z Ed Fogle comment-56451 2011-09-01T17:43:09Z 2011-09-01T17:43:09Z Hmmm....could be. Ed Fogle 2011-09-01T17:43:09Z Ed Fogle comment-56420 2011-09-01T08:03:17Z 2011-09-01T08:03:17Z Just an FYI: those numbers were directly from their press release emailed to me. I probably should have cited my source on that. My bad. ;-) Ed Fogle 2011-09-01T08:03:17Z Ed Fogle comment-56407 2011-09-01T02:14:41Z 2011-09-01T02:14:41Z Well done as always Melissa! Ed Fogle 2011-09-01T02:14:41Z Ed Fogle comment-56385 2011-08-31T20:12:56Z 2011-08-31T20:12:56Z Just to clarify, Neilson commented at 6:52PM, Johnson gave his charge to respect council members at 6:53PM when Pennell fired back at him, then 2 more speakers, then McCarty made his comments (even though he wasn't supposed to comment), then 2 more speakers then Bonnie Parker who referenced Pannell's late husband at 7:06...per the sequential time stamps on my photos. Ed Fogle 2011-08-31T20:12:56Z Ed Fogle comment-55834 2011-08-24T21:57:45Z 2011-08-24T21:57:45Z There is much that is disturbing with what took place at City Hall last night, but one thing that has just been gnawing on me is that out of the very few and notably less passionate testimonies from McCarty's district, the one message that was clear from them was "we don't care which district we are in, just keep us in the same district as the hospital so that when we do have issues the same council member is representing us"--paraphrased but that was the gist I got (and those in attendance, correct me if I'm misinterpreting that please). So, that being the only unified message coming from his district, what did he go and do? ...make a sub-motion that did exactly what his only speaking few constituents asked him and the council not to do. Ed Fogle 2011-08-24T21:57:45Z Ed Fogle comment-55817 2011-08-24T18:44:47Z 2011-08-24T18:44:47Z I love how bold folks are when they hide behind a user name, ie. LandParkRes. I know this sounds personal but I'm not sure how to put it without it sounding that way... Ur comments are purely ignorant. I strongly suggest watching the council meeting archive videos and doing some real homework before you make further comments on the topic you are obviously not up-to-speed on. Just a suggestion LandParkRes. Ed Fogle 2011-08-24T18:44:47Z Ed Fogle comment-55786 2011-08-24T08:45:26Z 2011-08-24T08:45:26Z Grrrrrrrrrrreat job Melissa!! Ed Fogle 2011-08-24T08:45:26Z Ed Fogle comment-55576 2011-08-22T00:39:53Z 2011-08-22T00:39:53Z Great shots Kati! Were you in the water with him? ;-) Ed Fogle 2011-08-22T00:39:53Z Ed Fogle comment-55567 2011-08-21T18:53:23Z 2011-08-21T18:53:23Z Well done Melissa! Klenox, may I suggest entering "redistricting" in the search box above so you can catch up. Ed Fogle 2011-08-21T18:53:23Z Ed Fogle comment-55329 2011-08-18T00:33:52Z 2011-08-18T00:33:52Z Mark... you notice your question has gone unanswered (twice). Exactly the point of the people of Oak Park. You will notice on some of their signs in the photos it says "Just tell us why!". They are asking that very same question and hope to get a "rational" answer next Tuesday night. Ed Fogle 2011-08-18T00:33:52Z Ed Fogle comment-55323 2011-08-17T20:50:46Z 2011-08-17T20:50:46Z Thanks and my pleasure Melissa. Thanks for the article... I'm way to close and biased to the situation to have written an objective article. ;-) I'll stick with the camera on this one...lol Ed Fogle 2011-08-17T20:50:46Z Ed Fogle comment-55318 2011-08-17T19:58:31Z 2011-08-17T19:58:31Z Thanks Geoff... Ed Fogle 2011-08-17T19:58:31Z Ed Fogle comment-55316 2011-08-17T19:30:04Z 2011-08-17T19:30:04Z So let me get this right jl2237... once a community has fallen to crime and a bad element, when the upstanding citizens of said community unite in rebirthing and taking back their community, the local government should cut off their legs? There's a significant difference between "whining" and speaking out and fighting for what you believe in and have fought for for over 40 years. My ears didn't hear whining last night in City Council Chambers, my ears heard a community uniting and vehemently fighting for what they believe in. In my eyes what happened last night was extremely patriotic and very American. The public had their voice and they will again next week. The beautiful thing about that is, jl2237, you have that same opportunity, and since you obviously have a great deal to say on the topic, exercise your right and go be heard at the City Council meeting next Tuesday. Ed Fogle 2011-08-17T19:30:04Z Ed Fogle comment-55314 2011-08-17T19:12:27Z 2011-08-17T19:12:27Z Excellent point Ross. It was well noted last night that Oak Park is experiencing a "Renascence" and is at the crucial "Tipping Point". It was also noted that to draw the new lines would only benefit the Havenhurst neighborhood with an aprox 1000 additional constituents, but at the same time it would nearly cripple the progress of a community that is in a turnaround. (forgive me if I have some of the numbers wrong...going off memory ;-) but that was the jest of it). The resounding question of the evening was "Why?" The people of OakPark just want to know what good is this boundary shift serving? Now I'm not a member of OakPark but I'm in the community nearly every day, signs of change and turnaround are evident. Call me ignorant, but I thought changing a community from a bad one to a good one was a good thing. Ed Fogle 2011-08-17T19:12:27Z Ed Fogle comment-55313 2011-08-17T18:56:03Z 2011-08-17T18:56:03Z jl2237... can you please share where you are gathering your facts from? Ed Fogle 2011-08-17T18:56:03Z Ed Fogle comment-52928 2011-07-07T04:39:57Z 2011-07-07T04:39:57Z Around 5PM, the trailer did catch fire putting huge black plumes of smoke in the air. KCRA3's helicopter got some great shots. Check it out: http://www.kcra.com/slideshow/news/28463177/detail.html Ed Fogle 2011-07-07T04:39:57Z Ed Fogle comment-52628 2011-06-25T19:57:47Z 2011-06-25T19:57:47Z Team SacPD crossed the finish line Saturday evening. Recap and photos to come. Ed Fogle 2011-06-25T19:57:47Z Ed Fogle comment-52449 2011-06-22T06:46:41Z 2011-06-22T06:46:41Z Rhys02, just to put your mind at ease, we did check and our embedded photographer w/ the team confirmed all officers on the race are on personal vacation time. Ed Fogle 2011-06-22T06:46:41Z Ed Fogle comment-52336 2011-06-18T21:58:45Z 2011-06-18T21:58:45Z We got word that the race just started and the team is off and pedaling through Oceanside, CA. You can follow the team's GPS: http://www.myathletelive.com/storage/races/201125/index.html Ed Fogle 2011-06-18T21:58:45Z Ed Fogle comment-50985 2011-05-23T07:42:52Z 2011-05-23T07:42:52Z Jolly good show Kati dear. Fabulous job as always! Ed Fogle 2011-05-23T07:42:52Z Ed Fogle comment-50945 2011-05-22T01:07:20Z 2011-05-22T01:07:20Z According to Weigandt in the press conf. Ed Fogle 2011-05-22T01:07:20Z Ed Fogle comment-50123 2011-05-03T21:33:34Z 2011-05-03T21:33:34Z Yeah... got to agree with newguyinsac. Karl, one thing you have to remember, when you are in PUBLIC, you are public, or it wouldn't be called public. There is no "privacy" issue because there is no "privacy". The police department could retain those files for millions of years and it would not impact your constitutional rights in any way shape or form. If I could take an educated stab at why the files are only retained for 30 days, it would be due to cost of storing the files. If no crime has been reported in the specified areas within 30 days, the files are most likely not needed. When I worked ambulance dispatch, we kept the recordings for 30 days... it's pretty much standard. Speaking from a photographers aspect and photography laws: we can photograph anyone or anything in public with or without their permission. That's right... even if we are walking down the sidewalk photographing or video taping you asking me not to video or photograph you, I can keep right on video recording and photographing. It then becomes an issue of what I do with those photos/recordings. I can post them with or without your permission if it is "news worthy". I can not on the other hand, sell those photos of you for profit, etc. in a non news media format. Point being... as newguyinsac (who isn't new any more...wink wink nudge nudge) stated... "If you're fearful of being seen doing something, perhaps you should rethink your actions." Ed Fogle 2011-05-03T21:33:34Z Ed Fogle comment-49304 2011-04-18T09:45:46Z 2011-04-18T09:45:46Z Hi Lisa... I could be way off base, but I don't think any of the Lavender Angels or the community are complaining. The gist I get is that the Angels love what they do and they and the community they serve wouldn't have it any other way. I guess the key word here is "volunteer". There must be a lot of "absurd" thinking individuals because both the Lavender Angels and the Guardian Angels are pretty active groups. Both seem to be quite effective and enjoy what they do. Like I said... I could be way off base so any Midtowners or Angels feel free to jump in here and help us out. Ed Fogle 2011-04-18T09:45:46Z Ed Fogle comment-49258 2011-04-17T06:03:19Z 2011-04-17T06:03:19Z Wow... that is definitely a very scary situation. Rhonda... was it ever proven that the driver was actually drunk. This question comes from my experience as a former paramedic/firefighter and photo journalist who sees this day in and out: Is it possible that there was actually a medical condition? Ed Fogle 2011-04-17T06:03:19Z Ed Fogle comment-49067 2011-04-12T19:25:12Z 2011-04-12T19:25:12Z Kati's my idol... I admit it. ;-) I don't think many folks realize the skill that goes into some of these shots. We were talking about Kati's shot of the back of the skulled mirror (above) in our CAMPhoto Club group last night. Just so you're aware of what it takes to create a shot like that, here is part of the discussion in the forum: "Kati selected aperture priority mode for this shot and cranked that aperture open to f/6.3. Her ISO was at 250 and that forced a shutter speed of 1/2500 or 0.004s. What dramatized that was her use of her 300mm long lens and as you notice in this photo it yielded a very shallow and specific depth of field. Everything in the foreground and background is very soft, but her subject, the skulled back of the mirror, was sharp and clear". That is what makes Kati a true Maverick. Ed Fogle 2011-04-12T19:25:12Z Ed Fogle comment-47720 2011-03-21T02:34:54Z 2011-03-21T02:34:54Z Grrrrrrrrooovy shots Kati. Ed Fogle 2011-03-21T02:34:54Z Ed Fogle comment-47420 2011-03-15T01:06:24Z 2011-03-15T01:06:24Z Hmmm... silence. No facts? Nothing to back up the statement? Ed Fogle 2011-03-15T01:06:24Z Ed Fogle comment-47349 2011-03-13T21:13:47Z 2011-03-13T21:13:47Z Rhys02... do you have some facts and information to share to substantiate your claim. This is citizen based news so please feel free to let your voice be heard here. What are the facts about "the damage it is doing to Oak Park"? Ed Fogle 2011-03-13T21:13:47Z Ed Fogle comment-46789 2011-03-03T20:07:15Z 2011-03-03T20:07:15Z Rhonda... I imagine, with your deep involvement, you were at the White House Conference a couple of years ago at the Convention Center. In a gang awareness breakout session, I believe it was the captain of LAPD's gang division talked to us about the very successful gang program they started. The numbers were quite impressive. In certain areas, prior to the program, they were having gang related homicides every night. After implementation of the program, those homicides numbers started dropping rapidly. Their tactic was literally employing the gang leaders. I would have to dig deep for my notes, but I'm sure a google search or even contact LAPD's gang division would be worth the effort. Though details escape me, I recall the program being very positive. As long as efforts are ongoing, it would be great to see those efforts funneled into a proven and working program. Ed Fogle 2011-03-03T20:07:15Z Ed Fogle comment-42829 2010-12-29T05:45:33Z 2010-12-29T05:45:33Z As our friend, Matthew Keys (aka: Radio Matthew) will sometimes accuse me of being "snarky"... I have to be a bit snarky here and share a personal note from this story that some of you may be interested in. In the course of covering this story, Shawki Moore (KOVR overnight cameraman) and myself had an interesting encounter with the owners of this business. Shawki and I cover a lot of stories together at night and it has been our experience, that when the cops catch the perp and recover the stolen goods, the business owners are usually very elated, grateful and very willing to go on camera and talk with us sharing how thankful they are for the police support and protection. Not only were the owners uncooperative, they were quite upset that we were covering the story and didn't want us to use photos and video of their store. We explained that this was a "news event" and story isn't about them, it's about the good police work and the criminal that was captured and their valuables being recovered and returned. Not quite threatening, they strongly encouraged us not to cover this story. We then explained to them that such posturing causes us as journalists to become curious as to what they are hiding and what is the story behind the story. The store's primary product is sales of used cell phones. Shawki and I both had our suspicions, but we'll let you play with that in your mind. Ed Fogle 2010-12-29T05:45:33Z Ed Fogle comment-42828 2010-12-29T05:23:19Z 2010-12-29T05:23:19Z Ah...great observation Midtown. If you take a look at past articles from myself, Kati Garner and few others, we do a lot of collaborating and contribute news content to different citizen based news outlets as well as "mainstream" media. Rather than duplicating the entire article, we will link back to our site(s) which SacPress graciously allows us to do. We have a good relationship w/ SacPress, working in cooperation with them, not competition. Ben and crew at SacPress have no intentions of being an Action/Breaking news agency... on the other hand, at SacMav and Maverick Photography, that is our full intention. In collaborating w/ SacPress and keeping in the spirit of there intentions, desires and target "audience", we deliver "breaking/action" news content to SacPress that impacts the "grid". We know the "negative news" can get tiresome and toxic (so to speak), so we do try not to share too much of it here, but just what is relevant and interesting to folks in the Downtown/Midtown areas. For those who do want action news overload, they can stay connected to our SacMav twitter and bookmark our SacMav.com site. We are fully aware that is not everyones cup of tea, hence the reason you will only see smatterings of it from us here at SacPress. I hope that brings some clarity and answers your question. Please feel free to email me directly at ed@maverickphotography.us if there are any direct concerns or questions. Ed Fogle 2010-12-29T05:23:19Z Ed Fogle comment-42696 2010-12-24T05:07:52Z 2010-12-24T05:07:52Z Wow! Oracle... I'm very honored and humbled. I didn't see this comment till today when SacPress put our contributor tribute pages together and your comment was the featured comment on my page. Ed Fogle 2010-12-24T05:07:52Z Ed Fogle comment-42570 2010-12-22T05:00:48Z 2010-12-22T05:00:48Z Well stated Mr. Burg. Ed Fogle 2010-12-22T05:00:48Z Ed Fogle comment-42569 2010-12-22T04:54:52Z 2010-12-22T04:54:52Z pk3 and Michele... while people weren't running around, the situation was becoming quite dangerous and potentially volatile. I was there from 6pm till the mall was clear. As 7pm came around it was so densely packed with people that had there been any emergency of any kind the situation would have become very ugly and potentially deadly. People/crowds can be quite calm while they are unaware that the structural integrity of the floor they are standing on is weakening. Their calmness doesn't mitigate the fact that potential mortal danger could have been looming. Sometimes calmness and lack of urgency can be a bad thing... in this case, many people were not taking fire and police officials seriously and felt that they just came in to ruin their party. After I got to a safe location to film and photograph on the lower level, people around me were very upset with officials until I told them "it is serious... there is potential structural issues and you could watch thousands of people swallowed up in a floor collapse in front of you". While this was calm and no one didn't get hurt, I don't think it can be stressed enough that this was a dangerous situation. UPDATE: I just did a little research on dispatch information for the incident and found some info that underscores the potential hazard this was. Dispatch information was that the food court floor IS cracking. Incident command, when on scene, requested an additional 4 ambulances and 3 additional engines in addition to the response that had already been dispatched (I couldn't find that info). Ed Fogle 2010-12-22T04:54:52Z Ed Fogle comment-42537 2010-12-21T22:52:36Z 2010-12-21T22:52:36Z Fabulous shot Ron!! Ed Fogle 2010-12-21T22:52:36Z Ed Fogle comment-42531 2010-12-21T22:33:30Z 2010-12-21T22:33:30Z Stated perfectly, Liltreasures. My wife and I were there in the food court. My former firefighter sense kicked in when the upper level became a sea of people body to body (literally) and I grabbed my wife and headed for the escalator to get out. Though it was supposed to be a fun and beautiful "flash mob" musical event, it was way over publicized. When my wife and I got near the food court around 5:45pm, it was already packed and we knew (as they say) the jig was up. So, there was no malice on any ones part; if anything, it shows how hungry our society is for fun and spontaneous musical happenings like this. People like the idea and social media did it's job... perhaps too well. Here is how last night's "flash mob" event was supposed to go down: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SXh7JR9oKVE Ed Fogle 2010-12-21T22:33:30Z Ed Fogle comment-42248 2010-12-14T19:59:29Z 2010-12-14T19:59:29Z As an action news photo journalist, I'm in the field with law enforcement officers almost every day and night. I have personally witnessed countless situations where this less-lethal approach has been used to subdue unruly and threatening subjects. Before tasers, officers would have to physically engage and use brute force to bring these people under control and at times, even have to shoot the suspect due to the lethal and threatening situation. This video is a perfect scenario of how tasers were effectively used at an incident in South Sacramento. The young man had just learned from his sister, via phone, that his brother was shot and killed by deputies in a domestic disturbance situation. His brother had turned on deputies and in that situation, the deputy being attacked had to shoot and kill the person. When this brother arrived on scene, just outside the police perimeter, understandably incensed, he recklessly sped up in his vehicle, exited and began engaging deputies. I think this effectively demonstrates how law enforcement in our local area are able to take a very bad situation and bring it under control with no one getting hurt. By the way, due to the situation, the subject in this video was only detained while he calmed down and not charged. Sgt. Tim Curran tells the story in this video: http://vimeo.com/17815939 Ed Fogle 2010-12-14T19:59:29Z Ed Fogle comment-42244 2010-12-14T18:58:53Z 2010-12-14T18:58:53Z "Gearing Up" video (some raw footage of SWAT and K9 units gearing up) of this incident has been posted at SacMav.com Ed Fogle 2010-12-14T18:58:53Z Ed Fogle comment-42094 2010-12-11T00:38:24Z 2010-12-11T00:38:24Z That is a great question.... and is there an answer? From a personal perspective and seeing everything first hand, I don't think we can put the blame of loss and "too much" on SacPD for this one. My wife works in the area, and I was very glad to see the level of protection and consideration given to the area employees, business owners, traffic and pedestrians. It was truly believed that the suspect was in the building. He was encountered by a couple of people, witnesses saw him and no one saw him exit the parking structure. This was so uncanny... while picking my wife up from work there in the area last week, my wife and I had discussed how scary and horrific it would be if someone did get up in one of the parking structures with a gun. Routinely, while at these incidents, I will hear people who were forced to evacuate complaining about overkill, and police doing too much, but as people evacuated the buildings and area, they all seemed relieved at the police presence and course of action. I think the blame on this has to fall on the individual who set this ball in motion. Fact is... he did enter the structure, ...he did have a gun, ...multiple people felt unsafe and threatened. But that still leaves us with your question, MyQuest, "when is it too much?" ...and further than that, who can really answer that question? Maybe Mr. Leong from SacPD will jump in here and give us the Police Department's perspective. Ed Fogle 2010-12-11T00:38:24Z Ed Fogle comment-42090 2010-12-10T22:25:20Z 2010-12-10T22:25:20Z Soooo..... after all that, the fellow they sought (aka: suspect) was found all nice and comfy at home. Per SacPD PIO Leong, he was found with a pellet gun and arrested on "threat charges." I went to his home and interviewed his roommate. "Johnny is a good guy" his room mate, Anthony, said. More details and video to come at SacMav.com Ed Fogle 2010-12-10T22:25:20Z Ed Fogle comment-39799 2010-10-31T17:11:17Z 2010-10-31T17:11:17Z Love the ambient light shots. Awesome photography as always Kati. Ed Fogle 2010-10-31T17:11:17Z Ed Fogle comment-36831 2010-09-13T05:32:24Z 2010-09-13T05:32:24Z Great article Colin! It was an awesome show again this year. For those interested, you can see all the pics our team of Mavericks shot at the air by visiting SacMav.com/photos Ed Fogle 2010-09-13T05:32:24Z Ed Fogle comment-35168 2010-08-19T18:21:57Z 2010-08-19T18:21:57Z Whoa...I have to jump in on this one. Not aimed personally at all, but lack of understanding and knowledge of details brings comments like this. As an action media team, we monitor police and fire calls very closely and move when they do; so we not only hear, but also see our law enforcement and fire in action every day and all night. From our regular observation, "domestic violence [DV] and other violent crimes" calls are considered priority. Almost without exception, when we hear a DV call go out our violent situation, we hear and see multiple officers responding right away, code 3 (lights and siren). The very rare instances that they don't, is when the resources (thanks to budget cuts) are totally tapped and no officers are available to respond. Even then, the dispatchers attempt to "cross sector" (pull officers from other areas) or request mutual aid form other departments. In this protest situation, what you don't see in Brandon's photos (because the pics are near the end of the situation) is that the intersection at one point was filled with protesters. They had tents in the middle of the intersection as well as people on hospital and ambulance gurneys. Incidents like this require a large law enforcement response as they have a great potential to escalate very quickly. Law enforcement must show a large presence rapidly in an attempt to preempt any violent situations. I hope that sheds some light. Again...that is based on our experience and what we see and hear every single day and night. Ed Fogle 2010-08-19T18:21:57Z Ed Fogle comment-34190 2010-08-04T01:55:07Z 2010-08-04T01:55:07Z Since the posting of the article, I able to spend some time talking with some folks and learned there really is a big deal in distinguishing between Midtown and Downtown. So, for clarification, while this event cruised through downtown, it was a Midtown event. Ed Fogle 2010-08-04T01:55:07Z Ed Fogle comment-34171 2010-08-03T22:48:57Z 2010-08-03T22:48:57Z Ahsan, thanks for the clarification on Folsom Cheer, we were misinformed on that. Though you missed them (I know it's hard to be everywhere at once, that's why we use teamwork), there were some delegates from the swing dancers group. In the future, may I suggest you give our trade a little more professional courtesy and message me directly with your issues... that's what professionals tend to do. Ed Fogle 2010-08-03T22:48:57Z Ed Fogle comment-33534 2010-07-26T16:43:03Z 2010-07-26T16:43:03Z Actually, it does, and has been blessed (if you will) by SacPress just like mine. But any way... did you notice how much danger our local families and firefighters were in on this incident? Thanks for the info and photos Bianca. By the way Isaac, great story on your police ride-a-long experience: http://www.sacramentopress.com/headline/26083/A_Tragic_End_to_a_Former_SacPD_Officer Ed Fogle 2010-07-26T16:43:03Z Ed Fogle comment-31763 2010-06-29T17:50:36Z 2010-06-29T17:50:36Z Awesome photos Kati and great coverage. I always enjoy your work. Ed Fogle 2010-06-29T17:50:36Z Ed Fogle comment-23187 2010-03-11T01:27:49Z 2010-03-11T01:27:49Z This suspect has been apprehended. Ed Fogle 2010-03-11T01:27:49Z Ed Fogle comment-22138 2010-02-13T05:31:37Z 2010-02-13T05:31:37Z UPDATE: The sign went up around 3 P.M. today. See new article: http://www.sacramentopress.com/headline/22144/Old_Soul_Co_sign_goes_up Ed Fogle 2010-02-13T05:31:37Z Ed Fogle comment-22117 2010-02-12T23:20:28Z 2010-02-12T23:20:28Z Great insights r8s1..thank you. For those who may be flirting with the idea of jumping into business in Sacramento, what resources are available to help them navigate those waters? Ed Fogle 2010-02-12T23:20:28Z Ed Fogle comment-22100 2010-02-12T19:34:00Z 2010-02-12T19:34:00Z Thanks Mr. Burg. Keep me on track. ;-) Ed Fogle 2010-02-12T19:34:00Z Ed Fogle comment-22085 2010-02-12T09:49:15Z 2010-02-12T09:49:15Z You're correct, I don't know the history. Marion, reread the info I've posted. I'm not defending Old Soul; only relating the facts of today and bringing clarification where I can. I was present when Alpha received the call, literally in the aerial platform ready to mount the sign. The sign itself is in compliance. The issue is the location, method of mounting and electrical. Ed Fogle 2010-02-12T09:49:15Z Ed Fogle comment-22073 2010-02-12T06:28:45Z 2010-02-12T06:28:45Z Agreed, and that I don't know. I was there as it was happening and it honestly sounded like hoop jumping. I gathered as many facts as I could. Just sharing the facts that I know and trying to accurately convey the goings on today.... from my eyes and ears to your eyeballs. ;-) Ed Fogle 2010-02-12T06:28:45Z Ed Fogle comment-22070 2010-02-12T05:55:44Z 2010-02-12T05:55:44Z Just additional info: I discovered permits were applied for priror to. Reference to building across the street and other unsightlies was direct quote and feelings of patrons. As for "...can't expect that they will last long": the community is thrilled to have Old Soul there and with not even being open a week yet, they have a steadier daily flow of customers than Starbucks did. Just my observation--it appears to me that they're off to a great start. I have a feeling Old Soul is going to live to a ripe old age there. Ed Fogle 2010-02-12T05:55:44Z Ed Fogle comment-22040 2010-02-11T17:03:43Z 2010-02-11T17:03:43Z Way to go gang!! Love it! Ed Fogle 2010-02-11T17:03:43Z Ed Fogle comment-21923 2010-02-09T18:30:36Z 2010-02-09T18:30:36Z UPDATE FROM SAC FIRE: The fire and explosion that occurred Sunday morning February 7, 2010, at 3944 17th Avenue, at 2:07 A.M. has been determined to be Arson. The case is still open and being actively investigated. No further information is available at this time. If anyone has any information pertaining to this case you are urged to contact the Sacramento Fire Department Arson Tip Line at (916) 808-8732 or Sacramento Crime Alert at (916) 443-HELP or 1-800-AA-CRIME. Ed Fogle 2010-02-09T18:30:36Z Ed Fogle comment-21728 2010-02-05T04:35:36Z 2010-02-05T04:35:36Z lol...you don't sound like a heel at all. I had someone else post it for me and that was the first thing I spotted as well. Staff will be fixing that for me later this evening; tied up now in community meetings. Thanx a bunch. Ed Fogle 2010-02-05T04:35:36Z Ed Fogle comment-21477 2010-01-30T03:06:48Z 2010-01-30T03:06:48Z Just kind of curious.... what is your solution for catching the bad guys? Ed Fogle 2010-01-30T03:06:48Z Ed Fogle comment-17610 2009-11-11T02:00:53Z 2009-11-11T02:00:53Z Lol....that was good FFT. I won't go into the gorrey details, but suffice it to say, Animal Control needs the head of the animal to test it for rabbis. If the dog tests positive for rabbis, the victims who were bit have to go through a very painful series of shots in the stomach. I know that was the procedure years ago. If anyone knows different, please jump in and shed some light. Ed Fogle 2009-11-11T02:00:53Z Ed Fogle comment-17603 2009-11-10T22:08:36Z 2009-11-10T22:08:36Z Brandon....I've never heard about the crate training as a behavioral training method; I thought that was for transportation purposes. Can you shed some light on that? Ed Fogle 2009-11-10T22:08:36Z Ed Fogle comment-17602 2009-11-10T22:02:28Z 2009-11-10T22:02:28Z I truly am curious Brandon, would you pull some stats for us. I'd really like to see some numbers. Ed Fogle 2009-11-10T22:02:28Z Ed Fogle comment-17601 2009-11-10T21:59:03Z 2009-11-10T21:59:03Z Wow Tifffanie...we are so sorry for your loss. I have to admit, I really tried to remain objective in this article and I believe if the readers truly read, they will see that. I was an eyewitness to these events as was the neighborhood , every officer, firefighter and animal control personnel. I don't know the background of the dogs in this attack or anything about the people they belonged to and how they raised the dogs. What I do know are the facts of what transpired that day and the documented facts from other incidents. My questions are sincere: is it a bad breed? Is it how they are raised? What is the solution? Why, more often than not, when there is a random attack it is by a pit bull? I was attacked by a German Shepherd when I was young, but you don't see that breed in the news almost every day for attacks. I actually really like German Shepherd and have even trained a German Shepherd rescue dog. I will make it a point and effort over the next few weeks to dig into more information on this subject and bring my findings here to SacPress for a series. If you have more questions, please let me know and I will do my best to attempt to find the answers. If you have the questions, others may have the same question and they need to be answered. Ed Fogle 2009-11-10T21:59:03Z Ed Fogle comment-13875 2009-09-17T17:45:25Z 2009-09-17T17:45:25Z dahogre- thank you for your comment. As I stated in the above comment, we are not journalists, but action/breaking news photographers. While covering a myriad of incidents last night, both my partner and I were saying how nice it would be if we had someone on our team that could and would enjoy following up on our daily stories. As we have to move on to "todays'" breaking news, we are constantly moving forward and, unfortunately, do not have the luxury of looking back to follow up. if you or if you know any one who would like to join our team to add that facet, we eagerly invite you. Ed Fogle 2009-09-17T17:45:25Z Ed Fogle comment-13873 2009-09-17T17:38:40Z 2009-09-17T17:38:40Z Well put and well taken Martin. You obviously have good knowledge of the EMS system in Sacramento and are well written. I'm always very up front that I am a photographer, not a journalist. I hope with your knowledge and writing ability you intend to contribute to SacPress not only with critiques but also with journalistic content. If you check this "story line" you will notice that I'm not objective as I should be, but readily admit I'm a strong supporter of Sac City Fire and have a very good working relationship with Doucette. When asked a few months ago to do a write-up on Sac City Fire, I declined because of my bias and inability to be objective on the topic. At Maverick we have a team of photographers that bring a good percentage of the action media you see on your local TV news and media outlets; we are not journalists. To be "frank", we have lost almost all respect for THE major local newspaper, and that is why we do our best in delivering our photos here with as accurate a snap shot write up as we/I can put together real quick. Countless times, we have alerted SacBee to major incidents (that they are unaware of ) that we have action photos of that accurately depict the story, and they almost always opt to send out a photographer to get "aftermath" photos that do not represent the story well. So, bottom line, due remember that this is civilian based news, and we would rather bring you the dynamic action photos and a brief written snapshot of the incident rather than let the photos sit on our hard drives and you remain uniformed. We would love to have some writers on our team and if you would like to do that, your are definitely invited. At Maverick, we love and appreciate SacPress and have a strong respect and good working relationship with their staff, collaborating often. Though SacPress is not focussed on breaking/action news, we appreciate that we are able to deliver that to you here. I agree whole heartedly that our journalism is not top drawer but look forward to individuals who have a heart for it to join our team and compliment our photos with exceptional journalism--I don't think the SacPress staff would complain at all. Ed Fogle 2009-09-17T17:38:40Z Ed Fogle comment-13752 2009-09-15T03:48:14Z 2009-09-15T03:48:14Z Great article Casey! You captured the essence well. Ed Fogle 2009-09-15T03:48:14Z Ed Fogle comment-12596 2009-08-25T08:11:19Z 2009-08-25T08:11:19Z Very well stated Gadfly. Ed Fogle 2009-08-25T08:11:19Z Ed Fogle comment-12595 2009-08-25T07:58:07Z 2009-08-25T07:58:07Z Right there with ya thsas.... Ed Fogle 2009-08-25T07:58:07Z Ed Fogle comment-12594 2009-08-25T07:54:45Z 2009-08-25T07:54:45Z There always has to be at least one in the crowd. Oiy! Ed Fogle 2009-08-25T07:54:45Z Ed Fogle comment-12513 2009-08-24T06:14:55Z 2009-08-24T06:14:55Z Thank you Station 6 for being incredible hosts through our shift with you. It was a true honor and pleasure. Ed Fogle 2009-08-24T06:14:55Z Ed Fogle comment-12260 2009-08-18T16:35:39Z 2009-08-18T16:35:39Z Way to go Gee! Charisma, attitude, profesionalsim and entrepreneurialism goes a very long way. Great article Suzanne Ed Fogle 2009-08-18T16:35:39Z Ed Fogle comment-11658 2009-08-07T09:39:11Z 2009-08-07T09:39:11Z A happy ending. Nicholas was located and returned home safely just a few hours later. Ed Fogle 2009-08-07T09:39:11Z Ed Fogle comment-11639 2009-08-06T21:30:45Z 2009-08-06T21:30:45Z Love the entrepreneurial spirit. Gee shined my shoes when I was shopping at Lexus of Roseville a while back. He's a hoot and a great guy. Not to mention...he does AWESOME work. Ed Fogle 2009-08-06T21:30:45Z Ed Fogle comment-11532 2009-08-04T01:50:50Z 2009-08-04T01:50:50Z Thanks for the clarification there Mat on my little rant. You are also so very correct in most of your details, and shoot from the sidewalk we did. However, "most media" DO NOT choose to cover stories from the street or sidewalk. We choose to cover from there when such managers choose to exercise their right to have us move off the property. If "most media" choose to shoot from the sidewalk, explain why on this incident (and every other incident like this I have been on) "most media" were sneaking their way back on to the property when the manager wasn't looking. There is a nice way to ask media to leave and there is way that leads us to think there is something being covered up and we need to probe for a deeper story; this manager fit the latter. Thanks for the info Mat, but I'm not new to the on scene action media game....I've been doing it since I was 12. Now, I do readily admit that I'm not the best writer and I'm very up front that I am a photographer who writes when he has to. Ed Fogle 2009-08-04T01:50:50Z Ed Fogle comment-11312 2009-07-30T21:06:29Z 2009-07-30T21:06:29Z AWESOME! Photos in order is a good thing. :-) Makes photographers cheer. "and the crowd goes wild"! Ed Fogle 2009-07-30T21:06:29Z Ed Fogle comment-10893 2009-07-17T16:52:11Z 2009-07-17T16:52:11Z William....excellent article! Thanks for the great info and details. Ed Fogle 2009-07-17T16:52:11Z Ed Fogle comment-10842 2009-07-16T20:05:01Z 2009-07-16T20:05:01Z Great question Jenn... there's no answer to that yet. It took quite some time for authorities to even track down who the radio towers belonged to. Also, just an update: the second (middle of the three) tower that was warped and bending from the heat, was manually toppled by radio technicians yesterday after the fire. It was too dangerous to leave it standing in the condition that it was in. The guide wires holding the towers up are under a lot of tension; when they break they become a slingshot and could kill someone if struck, not to mention the potential of being severely injured by the tower if it collapsed. Ed Fogle 2009-07-16T20:05:01Z