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In ‘generational moment,’ Port of L.A. faces shifting winds in business and politics
The Port of Los Angeles has long been the single busiest seaport in the Western Hemisphere, employing thousands of Southern Californians and playing a critical role in the vast supply chain that underpins both the California economy and that of the United States as a whole. Together with neighboring Port...
Brickbat: Every Breath You Take
The Los Angeles Times, citing sources close to the investigation, reports that a disciplinary board found former Los Angeles assistant police chief Alfred Labrada secretly tracked a fellow officer he was romantically involved with, lied to internal affairs detectives investigating the matter, and tried to persuade a witness not to testify at the board hearing. Officer Dawn Silva said Labrada placed an Apple AirTag under the bumper of her car to track her movements. Labrada told investigators he had bought AirTags to track his luggage while he was on a cruise but denied using them to track her. But investigators found evidence on his city-issued phone indicating he had used the devices to monitor Silva's movements over several months. Labrada retired after the panel reached its decision but before he could face disciplinary action.
Brentwood Mother Speaks Out After Assault, Raises Concerns Over Suspect’s Release
Carmina Lu, New Mother Attacked in Broad Daylight, Tells Her Story. I spoke to the victim of the recent sexual assault in South Brentwood. Carmina Lu is a new mother who was just taking a walk in the neighborhood where she has lived for a few years. Originally from Utah, she moved to Brentwood because it was known as a safe neighborhood.
Director Jason Reitman Confirms Plans for Restoration of Westwood’s Village Theater
The Fox Village and Bruin Theaters Will Close Temporarily for Remodeling. In an Instagram Stories post, director Jason Reitman confirmed the story that has been circulating recently. He said, “Last week of showings at the Village Theater before we pause for refurbishments. Thank you, @regencytheatres, for taking such good care of this gem for the last two decades. More news soon.
Pedestrian Fatally Struck and Dragged on Venice Boulevard
A pedestrian was fatally struck and dragged by at least one vehicle late Thursday night on Venice Boulevard near Shell Avenue, according to the Los Angeles Police Department. The incident occurred around 11:19 p.m. in the 700 block of Venice Boulevard, as stated in a post by the Daniel Kim Law Office, when the pedestrian was hit by a vehicle while crossing an unmarked crosswalk. The victim was subsequently dragged by a second vehicle, identified as a black BMW.
Man accused in killing of Tupac Shakur asks judge for house arrest instead of jail before trial
LAS VEGAS (AP) — An ailing and aging former Los Angeles-area gang leader is due to ask a Nevada judge on Tuesday to change her mind and release him from jail to house arrest ahead of his trial in the 1996 killing of music legend Tupac Shakur. Duane “Keffe...
Powerball winner Edwin Castro and love interest Payten Vincent share kiss after he helps her out of car on date
POWERBALL winner Edwin Castro looked smitten as he shared a sweet moment with his new love interest Payten Vincent - before a hike in Los Angeles. Exclusive photographs obtained by The U.S. Sun show Castro being the perfect gentleman and helping her out of his black SUV. They then shared...
Supervisors to look at creating ethics commission
L.A. County voters will have the chance to decide in November if the county Board of Supervisors will expand from five to nine members through a change to the county charter. Included in that measure is the creation of an ethics commission, though one could be created even sooner through a motion co-authored by 5th District Supervisor Kathryn Barger, who represents the Santa Clarita Valley, and 3rd District Supervisor Lindsey Horvath.
A retrospective featuring the complete series of Tsai Ming-liang's films debuts in Los Angeles
LOS ANGELES, CA.- The Tsai Ming-liang retrospective will run from July 31 to August 17, featuring 14 films that represent Tsai’s filmmaking trajectory, the most complete series ever had in Los Angeles, thanks to the partnership of the Taipei Economic and Cultural Office in Los Angeles and the American Cinematheque. This retrospective is made possible with the support of the spotlight Taiwan grant from the Ministry of Culture, Taiwan. Tsai’s work has garnered accolades at the world-famous Venice, Cannes, and Berlin film festivals, among others. Tsai will embark on a trip along with Lee Kang-sheng to attend the Q&A session.
Free Santa Ana Summer Concert set for July 25 at Portola Park featuring The OC3
The Santa Ana free summer concert series continues this week with a free performance by The OC3 during week 2 of the Summer Santa Ana Concerts in the Park series, at Portola Park. The OC3, a 6-piece premier cover band based in OC. A tribute to Classic Rock of the...
Brian Windhorst predicts that notable starting center will end up on Lakers
Brian Windhorst is peering into his crystal ball once again. The ESPN personality Windhorst made an interesting prediction this week on the latest episode of “The Hoop Collective” podcast. During a discussion about the Los Angeles Lakers, Windhorst indicated that he believes that veteran center Jonas Valanciunas will eventually end up with them. “I wouldn’t... The post Brian Windhorst predicts that notable starting center will end up on Lakers appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.
Police apprehend suspect after a pursuit and search in Echo Park
Echo Park -- Police apprehended one of two suspects in connection with the theft of a U-Haul truck this afternoon, police said. After a five-minute police pursuit -- from 3:53 pm to 3:58 pm -- two suspects jumped out of the vehicle and fled, according to LAPD Officer Norma Eisenman.
Kendrick Perkins: LeBron James wants to further GOAT status by having more gold medals than Michael Jordan
Kendrick Perkins of ESPN thinks that Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James is motivated to earn Team USA a gold medal in the 2024 Olympics because another gold medal would signify his third, while former Chicago Bulls star Michael Jordan has two to his name. James and Team USA just...
The Latest Book from Patricia Rust — Reading and Debut at Book Soup Aug 5 at 6:00 p.m.
Oh Boy! What joy for children and parents alike: An interactive children’s picture book that will teach, entertain, and have the little ones make their own tails as they learn in verse about animals and why they have tails! I Wish I Had a Tail! is now available on Amazon.com.
Fans Think Lindsay Lohan Looks 'Stunning' After Seeing Her In An Elegant Ballgown On The Set Of 'Freaky Friday 2' With Jamie Lee Curtis
Lindsay Lohan was recently captured on the set of the eagerly anticipated Freaky Friday 2 alongside her co-star Jamie Lee Curtis in Los Angeles. Fresh paparazzi photos acquired by Just Jared showcase Lohan, 38, adorned in a striking two-toned strapl...
The Man Who Killed Robert F. Kennedy Is Still in Prison — RFK Jr. Thinks He Should Be Out
It was barely June 6, 1968, when presidential hopeful Robert F. Kennedy stepped off the makeshift stage erected at the Ambassador Hotel in Los Angeles. According to ABC News, the younger brother to John F. Kennedy was celebrating a victory the night before. He had just won primaries in South Dakota and California and was well on his way to becoming the Democratic nominee. He thanked the crowd and headed out of the ballroom and through a door into the hotel's kitchen where Kennedy began shaking hands with the staff. It was at that moment that a 24-year-old Palestinian-Jordanian man...
TK to 4th Grade: Fostering Growth, Faith, and Lifelong Learning at Alverno Heights Academy
Transitional Kindergarten through Fourth Grade is a time for children to expand their love of learning, their ability to get along with others, and their interest in reaching out to the world. The children are involved in a classroom that is a loving and nurturing environment while engaging in daily activities that help foster their development and growth in the areas of academic, social, emotional, and gross/fine motor skills. Conversations about and explorations of spirituality, religion, and ethics at Alverno Heights Academy are woven naturally into the fabric of school life. They occur in classrooms, among faculty and students in the hallways, and at our weekly prayer service with Deacon Manuel Valencia and monthly student-led masses.
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