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Culver City's free ‘Summer Sunset Concert Series' is a musical gift
Thursdays at 7 p.m. through August at the Culver Steps in Town Plaza. Aug. 1 is devoted to a vibrant "Latin Music Showcase"; check out the schedule for more upcoming shows. If you're going to truly summer the way you want to summer, here's a hot headline you probably are already well aware of: The most sizzling season is winding down.
Five CA music festival attendees diagnosed with Valley fever: officials
State officials say over 20,000 people attended the festival and five have been identified with Valley fever. Three of the five patients were hospitalized, according to a statement from California health officials
Suspect dies in custody of Inglewood police
INGLEWOOD – A suspect has reportedly died while in police custody Tuesday afternoon. According to a social media post from the Citizen app, Inglewood Police Department officers responded to reports of a man acting erratically and attempting to break into local apartments. It is alleged the suspect suffered a...
Congressman says Kamala Harris responsible for California prosecution decline
(The Center Square) - Congressman Kevin Kiley, R-Rocklin, took to social media to blame Vice President Kamala Harris for changes in California prosecution policy via Proposition 47 and Proposition 57 that he says have led to increases in crime. Harris did not endorse either measure but was responsible for writing their titles and descriptions on the ballot, which Kiley says “decieve[d] voters.” “Kamala Harris said that rape, human trafficking, and domestic violence are "non-violent" crimes. As [California] Attorney General, she made this claim on the...
Another pedestrian killed on L.A. freeway
SANTA MONICA – A pedestrian was killed Tuesday after being fatally struck by a vehicle on the Santa Monica (10) Freeway. California Highway officers were called to the westbound freeway and the Fourth Street exit where they found the victim, according to CHP Officer Sean Lough. The pedestrian, whose...
RHOBH Star Mourns Loss of Late Actress & Friend on Social Media
Bozoma Saint John, who joined the “Real Housewives of Beverly Hills” cast for its upcoming 14th season, is mourning the loss of her friend, actress Erica Ash. Deadline reported that Ash died at the age of 46 on July 28, 2024. Saint John took to her Instagram account...
Olympic Footprint Seen Throughout Culver City
Culver City has showcased Olympic Spirit since 1932 LA Games. From the 1932 LA Olympic Games, when Culver City’s Helms Bakery served as the official bread provider for the Olympians, to the 1984 Olympics, when the LA Organizing Committee built its headquarters in Culver City, and now, in preparation for the 2028 LA Games, the Heart of Screenland has been a trailblazer in the modern history of the Olympic movement.
Midnight hit and run on the PCH sends pedestrian to hospital
A few minutes before midnight on Monday night, a hit and run occurred in the 1200 block of the Pacific Coast Highway (PCH), southbound, between a sedan and pedestrian. According to the Santa Monica Police Department (SMPD), the pedestrian was taken by ambulance to a local hospital and their condition is unknown, although it is known that they were still alive at the time of transport.
Mystery deepens around missing Upland father after car found abandoned in Riverside
The family of a missing Upland man is desperate for answers after his car was discovered abandoned in Riverside.It's been 10 days and counting since anyone has seen or heard from William Richard Orellana, a father of three."We're devastated. We just want to know if he is OK," said Kacey Silvas.Silvas has been dating Orellana for the past four years and shares a son with him. She says the 34-year-old has not been seen or heard from following a visit to his uncle's home in Perris on July 20."He has never not contacted one person. He has always been in...
Water Main Break Floods Apartment Building Lobby in Westlake
WESTLAKE, LOS ANGELES, Calif., July 31 (KNN) — A gushing water main flooded the streets as well as an apartment building lobby in the Westlake neighborhood within… Read more "Water Main Break Floods Apartment Building Lobby in Westlake">
Neighbor chases off suspects with paintball gun after attempted burglary in Tarzana, video shows
A neighbor stepped into action and stopped another attempted burglary at a multi-million dollar home in the San Fernando Valley overnight.The incident happened around 10 p.m. on Aura Avenue near Tampa in Tarzana, according to the Los Angeles Police Department.The homeowner and his wife were at home when multiple men in masks came onto the property. But the would-be burglars were scared off before they could do anything.Julian Harper-Smith lives across the street and says he has about 40 cameras in the area, with a trailer where he monitors all the footage. When he saw the suspects jump the wall...
Mike Sassano’s ‘PFP6’ Video from New York is now online
Mike Sassano and his crew out of Westchester, New York just put out the sixth installment of their lauded PFP video series. It's a radical ride from start to finish featuring Marcus Eagel, Andrew Singh, Brandon Gironda, Paul Hintz and Mike Bart. Give it a proper viewing: Mike and a good chunk ...
Update: LA Council Motion For $2 Million Security Fund for Faith-Based Organizations Following Adas Torah Incident Withdrawn
Motion Revised to Include All Faith Communities Seems to Have Been Pulled From Scheduled Vote on July 31. Council District 5 Councilmember Katy Yaroslavsky and Council District 3 Councilmember Bob Blumenfield proposed a motion to allocate $2 million for security efforts at faith-based organizations across Los Angeles in late June after the incident at Adas Torah Synagogue in Pico Robertson on June 23. This motion was set to be voted on Wednesday, July 31, at the Los Angeles City Council meeting, but seems to have been withdrawn, as reported by Liz Chou of the Los Angeles Public Press.
Family demands arrest of off-duty LAPD officer who shot and killed a man after a car crash
It's been two months since Hugo Cachua was shot to death during an altercation that started with a fender bender in Ontario. His family can't help but think the reason the shooter still hasn't been arrested is because he was an off-duty police officer."They can't cover him," brother Luis Cachua said. "They can't give him special treatment for murdering someone, without a say, without a care."With no new information from investigators, this grieving family is holding another candlelight vigil to demand the immediate arrest and formal charging of the officer from the Los Angeles Police Department. "We don't want him free,"...
LAPD cop accused of excessive force | West Coast Wrap
Another Los Angeles police officer is accused of excessive force. This time, the focus is on an officer allegedly using a chokehold on a 17-year-old. There are growing calls for serious reform in the department.
Venice Chamber of Commerce 2024-25 Board Installation & Mixer: A Night of Celebration and New Beginnings
Venice Paparazzi is proud to be members of the Venice Chamber of Commerce. This year marks Venice Paparazzi’s 17 years of Venice Chamber membership, and 15 years of being on the Chamber Board of Directors. Venice Paparazzi’s Alex Stowell is the founder of the Tourism Committee and Tourism Chairman. Go Alex!
USC Olympic Recap: Trojans Dominate Men’s Water Polo and Set Records in Swimming Events
Day five of the Paris Olympics was a notable success for USC, highlighting impressive performances by Trojan athletes across various events. In men's water polo, all seven Trojan competitors emerged victorious, with Hannes Daube of Team USA scoring three goals to secure a win. Additionally, Krzysztof Chmielewski set a USC record in the 200-meter butterfly semifinals, advancing to the final, while Michal Chmielewski achieved a personal best. Other highlights included a significant beach volleyball win for Andy Benesh and a close victory for the men's indoor volleyball team led by Micah Christenson.
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