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Richard Simmons' family slams Pauly Shore for suggesting he didn't write his social media posts
Richard Simmons’ family is hitting out at actor and comedian Pauly Shore, who cast doubt on whether the late fitness icon was actually behind his own social media posts. Simmons, a beloved figure known for his eccentric personality and workout videos, was found unresponsive in his Los Angeles home on July 13, one day after his 76th birthday. His family confirmed his death in a statement, saying: “We are in shock.”
New rent hike caps go into effect Thursday
Thursday is Aug. 1, meaning a higher cap on rent increases takes effect. If you’re noticing a big change from last year, however, your landlord may be in violation of the state’s Tenant Protection Act, as reported by LAist. This year’s highest allowable rent increase for L.A. and Orange counties is 8.9%, only slightly higher […]
OC Public Libraries welcomes bestselling author Henry Winkler
OC Public Libraries’ “A Slice of Literary Orange” series features a variety of speakers throughout the year, and Thursday at 6:30 p.m. actor and author Henry Winkler will stop by Laguna Hills Community Center. Winkler is most well-known for his iconic role as “The Fonz,” aka “Fonzy”...
Blueface Gets Backlash After Throwing Cash to People in L.A.’s Skid Row
Blueface is receiving backlash after throwing wads of cash into a crowd of people on skid row in downtown Los Angeles. On Monday (Dec. 23), the 22-year-old L.A. rapper posted a video of himself standing on a black SUV in front of a tent-lined sidewalk and throwing bills into an ecstatic crowd.
Retail icon Fred Segal ends an era, closing last 2 Los Angeles locations
Iconic Los Angeles fashion retailer Fred Segal has closed its remaining stores in West Hollywood and Malibu, leaving only its home furnishing store in Culver City open for business. The owner of Fred Segal attributes closures mostly to impacts from the COVID-19 pandemic.The Fred Segal name is synonymous with California-cool style, with its first store opening in 1961 on Santa Monica Boulevard, before moving to Melrose a few years later. Segal's nephew Ron Herman took over the company in the 1970s. Herman then sold the brand to Global Icons in 2019.While owner Jeff Lotman said Fred Segal is closing due...
Out Of Wheelchair, ‘Dance Moms’ Star Abby Lee Miller, 58, Goes Transatlantic– Precautions for Cancer Survivors Flying With Covid Uptick
"Dance Moms" star and cancer survivor Abby Lee Miller, 58, has shared some impressive footage of herself embodying strength while using a walker to maneuver across an airplane she recently traveled on from London to Los Angeles.
The lithium batteries are still burning on I-15
A load of lithium batteries are still burning on Interstate 15 a full four days after the initial semi truck overturn. The accident happened on Friday, July 26th after a semi truck hauling the load of lithium batteries overcorrected, sending the rig veering into the right shoulder of the highway before eventually tipping over and catching fire. The truck driver has been identified only as a 57-year-old man from Westminster, California. The trucking company involved has not been disclosed.
'Rockin' Flea Market' returns to Apple Valley
The "Rockin' Flea Market" will be returning to Lion's Park in Apple Valley next month. The event is scheduled for 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Aug. 10 at the park, 20789 Highway 18, organizers said. "Our community flea market plays host to individuals, non-profits, church and civic groups to sell rummage items," Apple...
Timo Nuñez and Flamenco! Santa Barbara perform at Bellosguardo
SANTA BARBARA, Calif.-Flamenco! Santa Barbara put on a show at Bellosguardo. The Clark Estate holds treasures that show family members enjoyed Fiesta. The Bellosguardo Foundation hosted the event. Many items found in closets are still in pristine condition. They are now on display. Guests enjoyed learning about the history of celebrations at the estate almost The post Timo Nuñez and Flamenco! Santa Barbara perform at Bellosguardo appeared first on News Channel 3-12.
My dealership abruptly closed and I don’t know if I’ll get to keep my car – the payment portal shut down with no answers
DRIVERS were stunned by the news of the sudden closure of a dealer group’s new car lots – those with active loans feared the worst. Without a point of contact or a way to pay, drivers assumed their cars would be taken away. American Car Center, a dealership group with several dealerships across 10 states, […]
Simi Valley's long-delayed Lost Canyons housing project to get underway
Workers will start moving earth in October for the first phase of the long-delayed, reconfigured Lost Canyons housing project in Simi Valley, the developer said recently. The project of 364 single-family houses lies in an area west of Tapo Canyon Road and just east of Big Sky Ranch, the filming site for NBC's “Little House of the Prairie.” The project was originally approved by the city in 2013. ...
‘Counting On’ Fans Think Jeremy & Jinger Duggar Are Broke
Counting On alums Jeremy and Jinger Duggar Vuolo previously made headlines after revealing that they relocated to a new house in Los Angeles. The married couple has already shared glimpses from their home, which is believed to be a monastery owned by their church. The two revealed that there are still many things to work on in the new house. However, several Redditors think Jinger and Jeremy show signs of being broke. Keep reading to see why.
Mass evacuation leaves Pasadena residents displaced at affordable housing complex
PASADENA, Calif. - An affordable housing apartment building in Old Town Pasadena was evacuated after more than a dozen units were flooded. The Pasadena Fire Department was dispatched to the Centennial Place Apartment complex on the 200 block of East Holly Street where approximately 100 residents were displaced Wednesday night.
PnB Rock’s Fiancée Gives Harrowing Trial Testimony About Rapper’s Final Moments and How He Tried to Save Her – Report
PnB Rock's fiancée Stephanie Sibounheuang took the stand at the trial for the men accused of setting up the rapper's murder and gave a harrowing description of the Philadelphia artist's final moments. PnB Rock's Fiancée Testifies at Murder Trial. On Tuesday (July 30), Sibounheuang testified during the fifth...
Modernism Week revs up for fabulous fall fun in Palm Springs
The fall event will unfurl from Oct. 24-27; the longer Modernism Week takes place in February. Midcentury home tours, bus tours, music, cocktails, the design-centered Palm Springs Modernism Fall Show, and more are on the schedule. Tickets go on sale Aug. 1 at noon. SO MANY STYLISH THINGS... flourished around...
US Open of Surfing set to return to Huntington Beach, drawing hundreds of thousands of spectators
The world's best surfers are more than 4,000 miles away in Tahiti, putting on a show during this year's Summer Olympic Games.Many of them will soon be making their way to Huntington Beach for the start of the U.S. Open of Surfing.Kelly Miller with Visit Huntington Beach is in Tahiti catching all the action as Surf City, USA gets ready to host the world's largest surfing competition next week."I think you're starting to see the magic is coming back both in the water and on the shore," Miller said. "Some really good competitors are showing up and I think --...
Alhambra police warn of scammers placing fake parking tickets on vehicles
Dozens of people were furious to find out they were recently issued fake parking tickets in Alhambra.The Alhambra Police Department sent out a notice on Instagram, warning people of the scam.They are asking people who get parking tickets within city limits to pause, and take a close look at the ticket, as scammers are placing them on vehicle windshields.The fake tickets have a QR code on them, while legitimate tickets don't have a QR code, but instead refer to the city's website, www.cityofalhambra.org, for payment. Police said the QR codes on the fake tickets lead unsuspecting violators to visit a fraudulent website for payment or download malware that compromises their personal information.Those who get a fake ticket are asked to report it to Alhambra PD Traffic Section (626) 570-5119.
Santa Monica Animal Shelter is at capacity so adoption fees are reduced
The Santa Monica Animal Shelter has seen “a steady and marked increase” in the number of owners surrendering their pets — which frankly beggars belief — and that’s in addition to the number of animals arriving as strays. And as if that wasn’t enough, the number of actual adoptions is “significantly” down as well.
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