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A New L.A. Queer Film Series Fills the Summer Void Left by Outfest
Queer film fans in Los Angeles are feeling the summer void left by the beloved Outfest, which paused its programming last year amid financial issues and staff layoffs and has yet to resume. But a new film series, called Queer Rhapsody, looks to fill that crater across five venues July 19-28 — and with curation from the UCLA Film and Television Archive and one of Outfest’s former own. Even if they aren’t looking just to replace the 40-year-long legacy of L.A.’s oldest film festival. Plus, Queer Rhapsody is decidedly a series, not a festival.With IATSE in the Rearview, Teamsters Are...
Bees’ two-sport standout thrives in California
Kenny Cunningham, a former Brecksville–Broadview Heights High School soccer standout, has traded in dribbles for deals. Now an investment banker in Los Angeles, the 2011 graduate fondly recalls his Ohio years, from kicking the ball around at Blossom Hill as a youngster to dazzling fans with his foot skills at Brecksville High School and Ohio State University.
USC defensive lineman Nate Clifton: 'I'm a defensive tackle now'
USC defensive lineman Nate Clifton arrived on campus from Vanderbilt in January. In his six months with the Trojans, Clifton has been hard at work to pack on the pounds. "I was required to gain a lot of weight here," Clifton said in an interview on this week's Peristyle Podcast. "This is the heaviest I've ever been in my life, but I've still been able to maintain my speed and other traits of athleticism."
Lakers Trade Proposal Adds $23 Million ‘Tough SOB’ in 3-for-1 Swap
Big and bruising? Well, that’s not Hawks center Larry Nance. And the Lakers know that well. Nance, after all, began his career as the product of a Lakers trade, as a late first-round pick of L.A. in the 2015 NBA draft. As a 6-foot-8 rookie, he actually played an estimated 14% of his minutes (according to Basketball-Reference.com) at small forward, the most of his career.
Man died after being shot in Baldwin Park
BALDWIN PARK – A man was fatally shot in Baldwin Park and an investigation into the shooting is underway Friday. Baldwin Park Police Department officers responded at 11:02 p.m. Thursday to the 14100 block Ramona Boulevard near La Rica Avenue, where they found the victim, said sheriff’s homicide Lt. Michael Modica.
USC’s A’Marion Peterson makes generous gesture to high school teammates
Here’s a feel-good story for everyone at USC in a summer which has been difficult and frustrating: USC running back A’Marion Peterson is taking his NIL money from the EA Sports College Football 25 game and donating it to his former teammates at Hirschi High School in Wichita Falls, Texas. The Times Record newspaper has more: After opting in to be part of the new College Football 25 video game being released by EA Sports this week, Peterson received $600 as part of the company’s name, image and likeness agreement with the more than 11,000 NCAA Division I football players who chose...
Montana Branch Library adds self-service hours
The Montana Branch began offering self-service hours on Tuesday, July 9, via Open+, a comprehensive self-service model that provide controlled access to the library. Community members who are pre-approved will be able to access the branch with a swipe of their Santa Monica Public Library Card on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 10 a.m. – noon. Self-service hours allow users to pick up items on reserve, use the library space, access materials and resources, and use an internet computer.
You could win tickets to KCON LA 2024
KCON, the K-Pop fan & artist festival, is back in LA for its twelfth year with star-studded shows, engaging panels and lots more. And now, for the very first time, part of KCON, which is presented by Samsung Galaxy, will be aired live on the CW, and you can watch it right here on KTLA on Sunday, July 28th at 8pm. Now, we have a chance for you to win tickets to attend KCON. Text KCON to 515151 for your chance to win four tickets to KCON presented by Samsung Galaxy on Friday, July 26th, with access to the festival grounds that day at the LA Convention Center, and a concert that night at Crypto.com Arena. Message and data rates apply. With bands like Drippin and DXMON, it’s going to be a great time. Good luck!
Thousands of Disneyland workers vote to authorize a strike
LOS ANGELES — Four unions representing more than 14,000 workers at Disney’s theme parks and resort properties in Southern California announced late Friday that members have voted to authorize a strike by an overwhelming majority, citing alleged unfair labor practices during contract negotiations. The authorization doesn’t mean a...
Southern California girl, 15, vanishes while riding bike to relative’s home
Family members are growing increasingly desperate in their search for a 15-year-old Monterey Park girl who disappeared while riding her bike to a relative’s home on Tuesday. Allison Jillian Chao was last seen on Ring video on the evening of July 16 riding a blue GT mountain bike from her father’s house in the 200 […]
Replica railcar for California's high-speed rail on display at state fair
SACRAMENTO – California's high-speed rail program is being showcased at the California State Fair. There you can get an up-close look at what the trains will look like and decide for yourself if the project will be a benefit or a multi-billion dollar blunder.For the first time, a replica of a California high-speed railcar is on display at this year's California State Fair. "The train itself is about a foot wider than a traditional Amtrak train," said Melissa Figueroa, a spokesperson for the high-speed rail. The exhibit is an effort by the state to highlight the electric train program. "Our train...
Sacramento Report: How to Have Our Coast and Develop It Too
Some of the most exclusive real estate in the country is under debate, as state officials consider ways to spur construction of affordable housing in the coastal zone. Legislation by Assemblymember David Alvarez, D-San Diego, aimed to streamline that process. But recent amendments softening its language have left him unsure if he still supports his own bill.
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