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Police apprehend suspect after a pursuit and search in Echo Park
Echo Park -- Police apprehended one of two suspects in connection with the theft of a U-Haul truck this afternoon, police said. After a five-minute police pursuit -- from 3:53 pm to 3:58 pm -- two suspects jumped out of the vehicle and fled, according to LAPD Officer Norma Eisenman.
Governor Newsom honors fallen Caltrans worker
SACRAMENTO – Governor Gavin Newsom today issued the following statement regarding the death of California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) equipment operator Alexander Rodish:. “Jennifer and I are deeply saddened to learn of the death today of Caltrans worker Alexander Rodish. A Caltrans employee since 2021, Alexander was a dedicated...
7/24: Japan Foundation presents in-person lecture “Henna art”
The Japan Foundation Los Angeles presents in-person lecture series “Conversations on Japanese Art 2. Art that UNSETTLES (HENNA art)” at 5700 Wilshire Blvd., Suite 100, Los Angeles, CA 90036, on Wednesday, July 24, 7 p.m.-8:15 p.m. (PDT). Admission is free, registration is required Click here to Register. When...
Top 30 Most Important Trojans for 2024: No. 11
The Top 30 Countdown continues with a unicorn, linebacker Eric Gentry. The Angry Giraffe, all 6-foot-6 of him, was a bright spot for a bad USC defense last season when he was at his best. With his unique blend of size and speed, Gentry provides an untraditional look in the middle, and the new USC defensive staff seems very excited to deploy him in a variety of ways.
Morning Buzz: USC Picked Sixth In Big Ten
6 out of “10” schools is a loonnngg season. 6 out of 18 teams is right where we should be. SC being behind all those teams sounds about right, being realistic, which I am not. Liked by 1 person. We don’t play Iowa, Oregon or Ohio State.
The Switch Up Election Series: BlackPAC director highlights ‘essential’ role of Black voters
Adrianne Shropshire began her political work as a community organizer in California, focusing on police accountability, economic justice and youth empowerment in the South Los Angeles neighborhoods. In 2016, Shropshire founded BlackPAC, an organization dedicated to educating and mobilizing African American voters. Through that work, she has designed programs to engage hundreds of thousands of…
Adams Hill Group Hosts Art Reception
An opening reception for the temporary art installation “Jungle” will take place Sunday, July 21, from 2-3:30 p.m. at the Adams Square Mini Park, hosted by the Adams Hill Neighborhood Association. The Library Connection at Adams Square will be present and offering family-friendly art activities. Free refreshments will be provided.
Rising sea level will affect 2 million in U.S. by 2050, analysis finds
When a particularly high tide lands on a beach in northern Los Angeles County, there is no dry sand left to stand on. It’s named Broad Beach, even though it has been disappearing steadily for decades. “I think there are another 10 stairs below the sand right here,” said...
Suspect Killed by Los Angeles County Sheriffs in Shooting in West Hollywood
Incident on N. Gardner St. Under Investigation by Sheriff’s Homicide Detectives. Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Homicide detectives are investigating a shooting by a LASD deputy that occurred on Saturday, July 20, around 5:40 p.m. in the 1100 block of N. Gardner St. A suspect was struck by gunfire...
Promenade ‘place to be’ for frozen yogurt fanatics
Though some businesses avoid the shopping mecca of Santa Monica, one local owner claims the Third Street Promenade “is the place to be,” bringing his beloved frozen yogurt franchise on the Promenade this past month. Yogurtland, owned and operated by Alex Soofer, opened its second Santa Monica location...
Whoopi Goldberg receives Key to West Hollywood, launches WhoopFam cannabis lines [WATCH]
On July 20, at The Woods, Whoopi Goldberg received the Key to West Hollywood for her consistent support of the LGBTQIA+ community and for having had the first branded and tested woman-owned cannabis brand in California. This red carpet event featured West Hollywood Mayor John M. Erickson and Vice Mayor Chelsea Beyers.Grammys R&B contenders: More wins for SZA? Breakthrough for Normani and Tinashe? Prior to the ceremony, the EGOT winner sat down for a nine-minute press conference to discuss the honor and the launch of her cannabis lines under her WhoopFam umbrella: Emma & Clyde and a revamped Whoopi & Maya...
L.A. Mayor Karen Bass will be part of Paris Olympic delegation, Biden announces
President Joe Biden announced Monday that Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass will be part of the presidential delegation to Paris to attend the opening ceremony for the 2024 Olympic Games.
Developer reportedly eyeing downtown LA's graffiti-covered Oceanwide Plaza
The infamous graffiti-covered skyscrapers in downtown Los Angeles could soon have a new owner.A unnamed local developer is interested in buying the property, according to the Wall Street Journal.The developer would reportedly pay $500 million to buy Oceanwide Plaza, located on Flower Street not far from Crypto.com arena.The luxury towers were being built by a Chinese developer, with designs that called for condominiums, hotels, retail space and parks. But construction stopped in 2019 after they ran out of money.In the past year, the towers have gained notoriety as they were overrun by vandals and taggers, who have left the exterior covered in spray paint. The city of Los Angeles had to step in and spend money to partially clean and secure the property.The new developer will likely have to spend an additional $800 million to complete the project.
Free program offers training as an aircraft mechanic in Los Angeles
A free program taught at the North Valley Occupational Center offers an excellent opportunity to those seeking to enter the field of aviation mechanics. The course has allowed students like Leia González to set goals for herself in the field. “I was originally interested in being a flight attendant,...
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