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Hollywood Basic Crafts Reach Tentative Deal With Studios and Streamers
After several suspenseful weeks, the Hollywood Basic Crafts union coalition said it reached a tentative agreement with Hollywood studios and streamers.Equity Stands in "Total Solidarity" With Sister Union SAG-AFTRA Amid Video Game Strike The group announced the provisional deal, which is still subject to a ratification vote by members, on July 27. “After a long last 48-hours, we are PROUD to report that ALL Hollywood Basic Crafts Locals have reached a tentative agreement with the AMPTP late this evening,” Teamsters Local 399 wrote in a statement. The statement added on Saturday, “The basic crafts spent today working closely with our member-led negotiating...
Overturned Semitruck with Lithium Batteries Sparks Major Traffic Delays on I-15 Between Los Angeles and Las Vegas
An overturned semi-truck carrying lithium batteries on the 15 Freeway caused a substantial traffic jam on one of Southern California's primary arteries, as reported by KTLA. The incident, which occurred early Friday morning near the Afton Road exit, prompted a "hard closure" of the northbound lanes and left many motorists stranded without proper supplies.
Editor’s Note: We Have a New Website
It has been a long and challenging year – and it’s not even August quite yet – but in addition to all of the work we do on a daily basis that is visible to everyone – we have been hard at work behind the scenes to in most ways completely revamp the Vanguard.
Firefighters helped by cooler weather battle blaze that has scorched area larger than Los Angeles
Thousands of firefighters battling a wildfire in northern California are getting some help from the weather just hours after the blaze exploded in size, scorching an area larger than Los Angeles.
Sam Rubin Wins Posthumous Honor as L.A. Area Emmy Awards Are Announced
Longtime KTLA entertainment anchor Sam Rubin, who died earlier this year, received the 76th Los Angeles Area Emmy Governors Award on Saturday night, given posthumously to recognize his “legacy of more than three decades of entertainment news reporting for KTLA.”KCET, Spectrum News 1 Lead 2024 Los Angeles Area Emmy Nominations, as Sam Rubin Gets Posthumous Nod Rubin also won an Emmy in the entertainment news category, for his “KTLA Morning News” coverage of the SAG-AFTRA strike last year. Overall, pubcaster KCET (which now calls itself “PBS SoCal Plus”) dominated with ten wins, including in categories such as culture/history (“Legacy 10 Days In...
Blake Hinson refutes report about Bronny James' supposed special treatment
Los Angeles Lakers rookie Bronny James has been the most talked-about incoming first-year NBA player, and some of the talk surrounding him has been negative. While he appears to have some potential as a legitimate prospect, plenty have claimed the only reason the Lakers took him with the No. 55 pick in June’s draft is because of the influence of his father, LeBron James. In other words, people have been accusing the elder James’ camp of nepotism.
Hospital seeks help identifying man found lying on ground in downtown L.A.
A local hospital needs help identifying an injured patient found in downtown Los Angeles. The male patient has been hospitalized since July 24 at the Los Angeles General Medical Center. He was found lying on the ground near 7th and Kohler Streets, hospital staff said. He is around 50 years old and stands 5 feet […]
Alumni and seniors navigate new campus reality as anti-Israel protests explode at universities
After Oct. 7, the number of Shalhevet students asking whether they should remove parts of their college applications that disclosed their Jewish identity or Israel connections drastically increased, said Mr. Jordan Moss, Director of College Counseling, in an interview with the Boiling Point. But seven months later, with anti-Israel encampments...
Report: Lakers Nearly Agreed to Trade for Veteran Forward
The offseason continues to drone on for the Lakers, who to date are among three teams that have added any new free agents this summer. However, that doesn’t necessarily mean that GM Rob Pelinka has stopped working the phones. A new report claims that LA initially agreed to a deal for a prominent starter in their own conference—a name that Laker fans are very familiar with.
Takeaways from AP's story on inefficient tech slowing efforts to get homeless people off the streets
Los Angeles is the nation's epicenter of homelessness, where more than 45,000 people live in weather-beaten tent encampments and rusting RVs. But even in the state that is home to Silicon Valley,
Former USC basketball star lands deal with Western Conference playoff team
A former USC Trojan is following Bronny James to the Pacific Division. Shams Charania of The Athletic reported on Saturday that guard Boogie Ellis has landed a deal with the Sacramento Kings. Ellis will be getting a chance to compete for an open roster spot during Sacramento’s training camp, Charania adds. The 23-year-old Ellis is... The post Former USC basketball star lands deal with Western Conference playoff team appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.
Legendary Yamashiro Restaurant and Historic Landmark in Hollywood Hills Listed for $100 Million
The iconic Yamashiro restaurant, a historic gem in the Hollywood Hills, has been listed for sale with an asking price of $100 million. The 7.3-acre estate, situated at 1999 N Sycamore Ave in Los Angeles, commands a prime location overlooking the famed Magic Castle. Historic Property and Location. The Yamashiro...
L.A. Gardens Are the New Summer Night Oasis
From full moon walks, activities during sunset and twilight strolls, this roundup of L.A. garden events showcases all of the ways you and your family can take advantage of summer nights. Sunset Series at South Coast Botanic Garden. June 20-Aug. 29, 5:30 p.m. 26300 Crenshaw Blvd., Palos Verdes Peninsula. Roam...
Man found dead inside Metro tunnel near Studio City
A man was found dead inside of a Metro Red Line tunnel near Studio City on Saturday. Officers were called to the 5300 block of Lankershim Boulevard at around 2:50 p.m. after learning of the man who was not conscious or breathing, according to the Los Angeles Police Department. The victim, only identified as a 30-year-old man, was pronounced dead at the scene. "Unfortunately, the patient is beyond medical help and determined dead on scene," said Los Angeles Fire Department paramedics in a statement. Though the cause of death remains unclear, investigators say that it does not appear he was struck by one of...
Typhoon Gaemi Impacts L.A.’s Inaugural World Culture Film Festival, Keeping Major Filmmaker From Opening Night, But Zoom Comes To Rescue
The inaugural World Culture Film Festival in Los Angeles has found itself impacted by a dangerous storm half a world away.Inaugural World Culture Film Festival In Los Angeles To Open With 'The Monk And The Gun,' Close With Wim Wenders' 'Perfect Days' Typhoon Gaemi, with top winds speeds equaling a category 3 hurricane, lashed the Philippines and Taiwan before blowing into China Thursday night. It caused widespread travel disruptions all the way west into Bhutan, where filmmaker Pawo Choyning Dorji had been attempting to get a flight to Los Angeles for the opening night of WCFF, a new event that describes...
MOCA announces $1 million gift from The Chuck Lorre Family Foundation
LOS ANGELES, CA.- The Museum of Contemporary Art today announced an extraordinary $1 million gift from The Chuck Lorre Family Foundation (TCLFF) to support the museum’s nationally-renowned and longest-standing Los Angeles school–based learning initiative, Contemporary Art Start (CAS). Additionally, MOCA is partnering with TCLFF to expand the reach...
Facts of Life star Lisa Whelchel, 61, hasn’t aged a day 36 years since last episode as show’s revival is halted
FACTS of Life actress Lisa Whelchel has defied age as fans got bad news about the show's revival. In 2021, a reboot of the beloved American sitcom was announced, but there was some drama behind the scenes. Despite the news, Lisa, 61, was all smiles during an outing in Los...
Wack 100 Thinks Diddy Will End Up Behind Bars
Wack 100 expects Diddy to cooperate with the authorities. Wack 100 discussed the possible legal trouble Diddy could be facing during a recent interview with VladTV. In doing so, he theorized that the Bad Boy mogul will end up behind bars if he faces federal charges. Homeland Security previously searched his homes in Los Angeles and Miami on March 25. According to CNN, the case stems from various sexual assault allegations Diddy is facing in civil court.
Los Angeles Rams CB Darious Williams has hamstring strain
Los Angeles veteran cornerback Darious Williams has a hamstring strain, an injury he suffered on the final play of Thursday's practice, and the team will take it "a week at a time" with his return, Rams coach Sean McVay told reporters on Saturday.
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