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Marvel's Kevin Feige receives star on Hollywood Walk of Fame
Marvel Studios president Kevin Feige has been honored with the 2,785th star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame in Los Angeles on Thursday. Feige was joined by actors Ryan Reynolds and Hugh Jackman, the stars of Marvel's latest film, "Deadpool & Wolverine."
Los Angeles Hospital Seeks Public Help to Identify Mystery Patient Found Near 7th and Kohler
The Los Angeles General Medical Center is reaching out to the public for assistance in a somewhat unusual and urgent request. The hospital is attempting to identify a male patient, known only as John Doe, who has been under their care since July 24. Hospital officials are hoping that through the help of the media and concerned citizens, they can locate the man's family or anyone who might know him. John Doe, believed to be roughly 50 years old, was found on the streets near 7th and Kohler Street and is described as having a large build, standing 5'9'' tall, and weighing approximately 276 lbs, as reported by the County of Los Angeles, California. With balding hair and brown eyes, his identity remains a mystery.
Person found dead in Modesto home that caught fire, officials say
(FOX40.COM) — A person was found dead inside a home in Modesto on Thursday morning after the city’s fire department extinguished a fire that spread from one home to another. The Modesto Fire Department said on Facebook around 2:30 p.m. that the incident occurred on Concord Avenue, about a half-mile northwest of Roosevelt Park. “First […]
Jimmy Lopez: Man accused of carrying airsoft gun shot at by police 'at least' 100 times, his family says
HEMET, Calif. - Family and friends gathered Friday in front of Hemet City Hall to demand justice for a man who was shot and killed by police outside a downtown bar on July 4. The family of Jimmy Lopez said he was unarmed when Hemet Police officers fired "at least 100 rounds" at Lopez, killing him.
Knott's Scary Farm Announcement Event
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Father of SoCal teen found outside ABC7 arrested for child abduction, falsifying police report
The father of a 15-year-old girl who went missing for about a week in Monterey Park - before she was found safe outside ABC7's office in Glendale - was arrested Friday on suspicion of child abduction and other offenses.According to the Monterey Park Police Department, Jeffrey Chao is also suspected of conspiracy and falsifying a police report in connection with the disappearance of Alison Jillian Chao, who vanished July 16 but was found safe on Tuesday."The department's dedicated efforts and collaboration with other agencies were pivotal in resolving this critical situation and ensuring Alison Chao's safety," according to a statement...
Gem Faire to shine in Sac
SACRAMENTO — Gem Faire, America’s Premier Jewelry & Bead Show, returns to Sacramento Aug. 2-4, at Scottish Rite Center. Explore the largest selection of fine jewelry, crystals, gemstones, beads, minerals, earth’s treasures and much more. Take advantage of buying directly from the importers and wholesalers. From loose gemstones, raw minerals and millions of bead strands, to finished jewelry, fashion accessories, jewelry supplies and tools, find them all under one roof. Jewelry repair, cleaning and ring sizing service are available while visitors shop. Enjoy displays and demonstrations by Sacramento Mineral Society all weekend long.
Freeway connecting California to Las Vegas shut down after truck hauling batteries crashes
The entire 15 Freeway was shut down east of Barstow Friday after a big rig hauling lithium-ion batteries crashed and caught fire, blocking Southern California's link to Las Vegas for more than nine hours, officials said. The crash occurred just before 6 a.m. in the freeway's northbound lanes between Barstow and Baker, according...
Famed Yamashiro restaurant, surrounding Hollywood compound now on sale
The famous Yamashiro restaurant and its surrounding property in Hollywood is on the market with a hefty price tag.The 7.3-acre compound with panoramic views of Los Angeles is one of the most iconic landmarks that's ingrained into Hollywood's rich history."It truly is one of the unique assets of the world," said Chris Bonbright, managing director of real estate company Avison Young.The German-born Bernhimer brothers began construction of the hilltop mansion, dubbed Hollywood Mountain, to display their collection of Asian art in 1911, according to the restaurant's website.Yamashiro, which translates to mountain palace in Japanese, could sell for over $100 million....
Beverly Hills’ Newest Members-Only Club Will Have a Restaurant and Garden Bar, a Private Entrance and a Car Concierge
Golden Triangle execs and Hollywood creatives will soon have a stylish new sanctuary for power wining and dining, working and beyond.Despite a Fight, South L.A.'s "Welcome to Black Beverly Hills" Billboard Comes Down Gravitas, a new workspace and social club, is set to open its 28,000-square-foot space later this year in Beverly Hills. Decked out in Carrara and Calacatta marble, the multi-story haven will house a restaurant with indoor-outdoor seating, an open-air garden bar with an unobstructed view of Santa Monica Boulevard, temperature-controlled wine lockers, private dining booths, a recording studio, two private rooms, a state-of-the-art conference room, a car club...
Questions mount after dozens of animals found dead at Fairmount Park lake in Riverside
For decades, Riverside residents enjoyed a scene of serenity at a local park's lake. But over the past few weeks, it's turned into a horrifying scene with dozens of dead animals.Many ducks, geese and other wildlife have turned up dead at the Fairmount Park lake.One resident who visits the lake almost every day started to notice the problem earlier this month."I mean, just two weeks ago it was beautiful. We loved coming here," said Jennifer Taylor, who held back tears over the loss of so many animals. "Now I can't even sleep at night because all I think about...
‘Welcome to my crib.' A look inside Olympic surfer Caroline Marks' home in San Clemente
The San Clemente home of Caroline Marks is a trophy case. As a wooden sculpture trophy from a competition in Tahiti stands on her mantle, a bedazzled surfboard she received for winning second place at the Hurley Pro competition at Sunset Beach is standing tall in one corner of her home.
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