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Fallen U.S. Air Force Airman Honored at Inglewood Park Cemetery
INGLEWOOD, Calif., July 21 (KNN) — A Celebration of Life with military honors was held for fallen U.S. Air Force Staff Sergeant Jorge Arturo Delgado at the… Read more "Fallen U.S. Air Force Airman Honored at Inglewood Park Cemetery">
Dry lightning outbreak could spark Northwest wildfires during critical fire conditions
Rounds of thunderstorms moving across the Northwest may trigger a dry lightning outbreak across parts of Oregon, California and Nevada, which could quickly spark fires in those regions recently facing record-breaking temperatures and dry conditions.
LAPD Investigating Shooting at Marina Del Rey Harley Davidson
MARINA DEL REY – Police were investigating a possible shooting today at the Harley Davidson store in Marina Del Rey, the Los Angeles Police Department said. Just after 3 p.m. Sunday, officers were sent to the Bartels' Harley-Davidson at 4141 Lincoln Boulevard after multiple 911 calls came in reporting a shooting, according to the LAPD.
Pasadena Latino Heritage Committee Kickoff Celebration
In celebration of the 26th annual Pasadena Latino Heritage Parade and Festival, the Latino Heritage Committee is hosting a kickoff celebration and fundraiser on Thursday, July 25 from 6:00 – 8:00 pm. The event will take place at the historic Wrigley Mansion, known as Tournament House, which serves as...
Richard H. Taketa Joins Board of Directors of Farmers & Merchants Bank of Long Beach
LONG BEACH, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Jul 22, 2024-- Farmers & Merchants Bank of Long Beach (OTCQB: FMBL) today announced that Richard H. Taketa has been elected to its board of directors. This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240722372393/en/ Richard H. Taketa, a new board member of Farmers & Merchants Bank of Long Beach (Photo: Business Wire)
LA Superior Courts closed today following ransomware attack
The Los Angeles County Superior Court system will be closed Monday as its tech services division continues to repair and reboot network computer systems that were "severely impacted'' by a ransomware attack, the court announced."The Court experienced an unprecedented cyber-attack on Friday which has resulted in the need to shut down nearly all network systems in order to contain the damage, protect the integrity and confidentiality of information and ensure future network stability and security,'' Presiding Judge Samantha P. Jessner said in a statement late Sunday night."While the Court continues to move swiftly towards a restoration and recovery phase, many...
Helping the Latino Community: LA Plaza de Cultura y Artes to honor three at gala
A Plaza De Cultura Y Artes in DTLA will host the 13th annual Pobladores Awards Gala. The gala celebrates the significant contributions of people and organizations to the Latino community in Los Angeles County. Award winners from previous years include Grammy-winning artist Pepe Aguilar and civil rights and philanthropic leader Antonia Hernández.
Wildfires: 1 home burned as flames descends on a Southern California neighborhood
RIVERSIDE, Calif. (AP) — At least one home burned Sunday when flames descended on a Southern California neighborhood as wildfires popped up across the state amid soaring temperatures. Evacuations were ordered when the Hawarden Fire grew to more than 230 acres (93 hectares) and spread to a residential area...
Shohei Ohtani Breaks The Internet After Hitting A Baseball OUT Of Dodger Stadium
Los Angeles Dodgers superstar, Shohei Ohtani, ceases to amaze the baseball world, whether it's his elite play on both sides of the ball, or his ability to hit baseballs seemingly into orbit. Well, on Sunday Night Baseball against the Boston Red Sox, Ohtani hit a ball that cleared the roof beyond ...
This Popular California City Was Declared as the ‘MOST DANGEROUS’ in the State Due to an Alarming Rise in Crime Rates and Violence
According to recent crime figures and examinations, San Bernardino, California is the state’s “Most Dangerous City”. This designation raises serious concerns about regional safety, as San Bernardino deals with high crime rates and growing violence. The city, which has long suffered from economic and social issues, is...
Richard Simmons’ staff shares final photo and post he prepared before his death: ‘We thought you’d want to see it’
Richard Simmons continues to spread joy as fans grieve his loss. A week after his passing, the beloved fitness icon's team shared a pre-approved post that Simmons had prepared before his death at 76 on Saturday, July 13, at his Los Angeles home. “Richard worked very hard on his posts...
Eyewitness Newsmakers: Up close encounters with SoCal wildlife
Within sight of the gleaming downtown Los Angeles skyscrapers, mountain lions, bears and other apex predators are roaming the foothills and mountains. That wildlife is also showing up more frequently in Southern California neighborhoods.We discussed the excitement and concerns about this during a recent episode of Eyewitness Newsmakers.Robert Martinez is a wildlife photographer who has trail cameras set up in the mountains and foothills along I-210 in the San Gabriel Valley. He places his motion-activated cameras far into the forest where they won't be vandalized and in locations animals frequent.The devices record during the day and at night, showing how...
Biochemistry senior receives $20K NIH scholarship
Samira Diaz De Leon, a Washington State University senior from California, is one of 12 new recipients nationwide of a $20,000 National Institutes of Health (NIH) Undergraduate Scholarship given to those pursuing future careers in biomedical, behavioral, and social science research. A first-generation student, Diaz De Leon is majoring in...
Pasadena Nonprofit’s Chinese Floral Arts Exhibition Blooms Today
The Chinese American Museum is hosting an Exhibition of Traditional Chinese Floral Arts on Sunday, July 21 at El Pueblo’s Pico House, located at 424 N. Main Street in Los Angeles. The event, organized by Pasadena nonprofit Chinese Floral Arts Foundation-USA, aims to showcase a millennia-old art form to the public.
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