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Video shows movers unloading truck full of furniture onto Skid Row street
Video captured a puzzling scene as movers appeared to dump the entire contents of a truck onto a street in the Skid Row area of downtown Los Angeles overnight.It all happened around midnight Wednesday on 6th and San Pedro streets.The video shows people swarm the vehicle as movers began to unload the items. Some were seen dragging away sofas, mattresses, a refrigerator and even a barbeque grill."The people that brought it in believed that these people needed these things," said Kevin Call, who advocates for the homeless and is often referred to as the "Mayor" of Skid Row."I would say...
Los Angeles County Target Stores Implement New Self-Checkout Rule
Los Angeles County, California is not going to be happy when they hear this... Target has announced a significant change to its self-checkout system. The retail giant transitioned its regular self-checkout lanes to express self-checkout lanes at most of its 2000 locations across the United States, including California. This new...
Residents displaced by South LA fireworks explosion say they're facing eviction from hotel
It's been three years since an explosion of fireworks in South Los Angeles displaced dozens of residents, and many say they're on the verge of homelessness.The catastrophic explosion occurred in June 2021, leaving 17 people injured and damaging dozens of homes and vehicles.Many affected by the blast were forced to live in hotels. Now, some claim they're facing eviction."We're very frustrated because as you can tell, the homes have not been repaired," said an interpreter for resident Ernesto Marquez during a press conference on Monday. "He says we're here to demand that the people who are staying at the hotel...
The Best Places To Watch The 2024 4th Of July Fireworks
American cities light up the night sky in bright demonstrations of patriotism on the 4th of July, a tradition that is practically associated with fireworks. This year, the following five locations will provide memorable opportunities to watch fireworks. Whether you live locally or are planning a trip, these are the best spots to witness the most impressive fireworks, including everything from famous landmarks to parks suitable for families.
Stretches of 15, 10 and 5 freeways in SoCal among the deadliest roads in the state, report says
Deaths from car crashes jumped in California between 2018 and 2022, with several of those traffic fatalities occurring in the Southland, according to a recent report.ConsumerAffairs found fatal car crashes rose by 17% during that four-year span, despite a population decline in the state.Researchers looked at data from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration to understand where deadly crashes happen and their contributing factors.Interstate 5, which runs through California, was the state's deadliest road in 2022. There was a total of 128 deaths that year, the report said.ConsumerAffairs also analyzed the deadliest stretches of roads in the state. The 15...
Alhambra Celebrates Fourth of July
Get ready for an unforgettable Independence Day at the City of Alhambra’s Fourth of July Celebration at Almansor Park!. Bring your family and friends for an evening packed with delicious food, exciting games, and live entertainment. Cap off the night with a dazzling firework show at 9:00 pm. “Independence...
Pasadena Public Health Encourages Community to Take Action to Prevent Mosquito-Borne Diseases
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) issued a health advisory notifying the public about the increased risk of dengue virus in the United States. This year, a higher-than-normal number of cases of dengue have been identified in travelers. A person could also be infected with the dengue virus from an infected Aedes mosquito, a type of mosquito that inhabits Pasadena.
LAHSA Reports Decline in Los Angeles Homelessness in 2024
Decreases in Unsheltered Populations, Shelter Numbers Go Up. The Los Angeles Homeless Services Authority (LAHSA) announced the results of the 2024 Greater Los Angeles Homeless Count, revealing a slight decline in homelessness. Los Angeles County’s Point-in-Time estimate decreased by 0.27% to 75,312, while the City of Los Angeles saw a 2.2% decline to 45,252.
LA General Medical Center seeks public help identifying patient
Officials at Los Angeles General Medical Center sought the public's help Tuesday to identify a patient who has been hospitalized since Saturday, and to identify his family.The man, about 40, was brought to the facility from Cesar Chavez Avenue and Fickett Street, according to hospital officials.He was described as 5-feet-7 inches tall, weighing 200 pounds, with a heavy build, black hair and brown eyes.Anyone knowing his identity, or the identity of his family, was urged to call social worker Jocelyn Mayo at 323-409-4463.Copyright 2024, City News Service, Inc.
Triple-digit temps bake SoCal ahead of Independence Day
High temperatures are continuing to scorch Southern California ahead of Independence Day, and the threat is far from over. Daily highs in the triple digits are expected in numerous places, with the hottest days beginning on Thursday, July 4, and continuing through Saturday, according to the National Weather Service. In the Antelope Valley, for example, […]
Excessive heat warnings issued for Los Angeles County
Los Angeles County officials are sounding the alarm about the holiday heat wave that will envelop Southern California on and around Independence Day. The Department of Public Health on Monday issued an excessive heat warning for the following areas between Tuesday and next Monday, July 8. Southern Californians should take precautions to avoid becoming overheated, […]
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