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Federal grand jury charges short seller Andrew Left in $16M stock manipulation scheme
A federal grand jury in California has charged short seller Andrew Left with multiple counts of securities fraud for a $16 million stock market manipulation scheme. The Department of Justice said in a statement on Friday that Left, who was a securities analyst, trader, and guest commentator on television channels including CNBC and Fox Business, is charged with one count of engaging in a securities fraud scheme, 17 counts of securities fraud, and one count of making false statements to federal investigators. As a short seller, Left would make money betting stocks would fall. The Justice Department said that Left conducted business under the name Citron Research, which had a website that published investment recommendations. He published research on companies ranging from Tesla and GameStop to Grand Canyon Education and Peloton. If convicted, Left faces a maximum penalty of 25 years in prison on the securities fraud scheme count, 20 years in prison on each securities fraud count, and five years in prison on the false statements count.
It's a 'Femininomenon': California's first women's sports bar, Watch Me!, has opened in Long Beach
The first women's sports bar in California, Watch Me!, drew a huge crowd on its opening day Friday as people came from all over Southern California to celebrate women's sports.
HGTV Star Christina Hall Accuses Ex Josh Hall Of Using Home Security Cameras To Spy On Her
A recent legal filing has revealed a string of allegations against Christina Hall, the star of the HGTV series Christina on the Coast, and her estranged husband, Josh Hall. According to a court filing, Hall claims that Josh made unscheduled visits to their shared home in Newport Beach, California, and allegedly took items from the property. She further alleges that Josh plugged in security cameras that she had previously unplugged, which she believes was done at the request of his lawyer to preserve “electronic evidence.”
Crumbl expands menu with range of dessert items
Crumbl, the cookie shop, is expanding its menu to include new dessert items, the company said this week. The Lindon, Utah-based franchisor, known for its pink boxes of cookies, said it will offer a rotating menu of desserts such as cakes, cheesecakes, pies, and puddings. Crumbl’s new dessert items will...
In-N-Out Burger opens new location in Orange County
The City of Orange has waited a long time but a new In-N-Out Burger location is finally opening. The iconic California chain will open for business Friday at The Outlets at Orange shopping center located at 250 The City Drive South, it announced in a news release. “The restaurant will employ approximately 80 In-N-Out Burger […]
Passenger Says Her Stage 4 Cancer Returned After Run-In With JetBlue Flight Attendant Over Emotional Support Animal
A JetBlue passenger who was in remission for stage 4 cancer and who had no detectable levels of cancer in her body says her cancer returned shortly after a run-in with a flight attendant over her small emotional support animal. Oksana Kiritchenko is suing JetBlue in a Los Angeles district...
Man Remans Hospitalized After Being Rescued From Ocean in Seal Beach
SEAL BEACH (CNS) - A 35-year-old man who was rescued by Orange County rescue divers from the ocean where he was swimming in Seal Beach remains hospitalized Saturday. The man was seen swimming near the jetty around 8 p.m. Friday when he suddenly went under the water, NBC4 reported. Witnesses...
‘Million Dollar Listing LA’ Star Josh Flagg Sends ‘WWHL’ Into Awkward Silence By Shading ‘Selling Sunset’: “I Only Like To Watch Licensed Real Estate Brokers”
Awkward silence befell the Bravo Clubhouse during Thursday night’s (June 25) episode of the Watch What Happens Live: After Show as Million Dollar Listing Los Angeles star Josh Flagg shaded the stars of Netflix‘s Selling Sunset. Two virtual fans rang into the show to ask Flagg if he’s seen Ryan Serhant‘s Owning Manhattan, and how he felt about the Million Dollar Listing New York alum saying he’d poach Tracy Tutor for his show when he was on WWHL. John Owen Lowe Says Dad Rob Lowe Paid To Kill A Story Of Him Doing An Upside-Down Beer Bong At 16 “Take ‘em,” Flagg said,...
A glimpse at Crystal Cove in Summer
Crystal Cove Conservancy has kicked off the 2024 summer season with extensive programming for all ages that span from the beach to the trails. Visitors will be delighted to see a combination of new and returning programs at Crystal Cove State Park, as well as extended dates for one of the Conservancy’s most popular programs – “The Great Plein Air Art Experience,” which will now run through October.
Alison Chao's mom explains why daughter ran away in statement as California 15-year-old vows to tell all
Alison Chao, 15, was found safe after she disappeared from her father's home while riding her bike to her aunt's house in Glendale, California, and was seen by a woman who followed her
Lakers may already be paying the price for catering to Bronny James
Bronny James, son of NBA superstar Lebron James, was drafted by the Los Angeles Lakers with the 55th pick of the 2024 NBA draft. Immediately, the spotlight shone even brighter on the 19-year-old as he entered the league in his father's shadow. In college at USC, Bronny did not impress...
Dropped calls in Rancho Mirage: City looking for ways to boost cell coverage
If you’ve lost cell reception mid-call in Rancho Mirage, you’re not alone. But the city council is taking steps it hopes will eventually make the dropped calls a thing of the past. Citing frequent complaints from residents over poor reception in the city, the council unanimously agreed last week to spend roughly $198,000...
Homeless people say they will likely return to sites if California clears them under Newsom’s order
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Three years ago, Joel Hernandez built a small wooden shack under the 405 freeway cutting through Los Angeles. He had the help of a friend who lives in his own shack, just a few steps down the stairs he painstakingly dug out of the dirt hillside and reinforced with wooden planks. […]
Some Fast-Food Restaurants in L.A. Charging Fees For Bags
Some fast-food restaurants in Los Angeles are now charging fees for bags. The fees have been noticed by McDonald’s and Chick-fil-A customers in recent months. The L.A. City Attorney’s Office says it’s perfectly legal. Last July, the 2013 bag ordinance that allows grocery stores to charge for bags was amended to also include restaurants.
Ventura County Deputies Arrest Man with Loaded Semi-Automatic Ghost Gun and Ammo During Probation Search in Camarillo
July 27, 2024 – Ventura County Sheriff’s Office officials report that during the month of June 2024, detectives with the. Camarillo Special Enforcement Unit received information that Abel Aragon, a convicted felon and resident of the City of Camarillo, was in possession of an unregistered firearm. Detectives with...
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