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Alex Trebek's wife Jean admits his true feelings about hosting Jeopardy! after receiving USPS honor
On Monday former Jeopardy! host Alex Trebek, who hosted the game show from 1984 until he died at 80 in 2020, received his latest honor on what would've been his 84th birthday
Largest trial court in the US closes after ransomware attack, California officials say
LOS ANGELES (AP) — The largest trial court in the country was closed Monday after a ransomware attack shut down its computer system late last week, officials with the Superior Court of Los Angeles County said. The court disabled its computer network upon discovery of the cybersecurity attack early...
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.
New NSF-funded center established to lead geologic CO2 storage innovation
UNIVERSITY PARK, Pa. — A team of researchers from the University of Southern California (USC) Viterbi School of Engineering and Penn State College of Earth and Mineral Sciences, led by Behnam Jafarpour, professor of chemical engineering and material science at USC, has received funding from the U.S. National Science Foundation to establish a center for CO2 Storage Modeling, Analytics, and Risk Reduction Technologies (CO2-SMART). CO2-SMART will be dedicated to innovation in geologic sequestration of carbon dioxide as a technology to enable industrial decarbonization at scale. The team will lead the charge in advancing safe and cost-effective geologic carbon dioxide (CO2) storage science and technologies by establishing a cooperative research program among university partners, government, industry, national labs and foundations.
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...
‘Auditors’ Cause Tension but Aren’t Breaking Law
Disguised individuals with cameras have been seen recently recording video of residents in Glendale and Montrose at businesses on Honolulu Avenue. Calling themselves “First Amendment auditors,” the individuals claim they are exercising their First Amendment rights and have been seen taking photos or recording video of people in public or public spaces such as libraries, police stations, sidewalks and parking lots.
Owl Badges' Online Custom Badge Designer Tool is Benefiting Police Departments
Enhancing Efficiency and Customization for Law Enforcement Agencies with Advanced Technology. Los Angeles, California Jul 22, 2024 (Issuewire.com) - Owl Badges' Online Custom Badge Designer Tool is Benefiting Police Departments Innovative Tool Streamlines Badge Customization for Law Enforcement Agencies. Owl Badges(R), a distinguished organization known for its expertise in manufacturing...
College Football: Top 25 Entering 2024-25
The 2024 College Football season will be fascinating. The Pac-12 no longer exists, Texas and Oklahoma are members of the SEC, and the College Football Playoff will feature a 12-team field — leaving more room for error than ever before. With the season quickly approaching, let’s dive into the first Top 25 of 2024.
UCLA lands Michigan State transfer running back Jalen Berger
By Matt Wadleigh, UCLA Wire: The UCLA football season begins in less than six weeks. But, DeShaun Foster and company have added a new piece. The Bruins got Michigan State running back Jalen Berger in a transfer portal move, per Petez Nakos of On3. “Michigan State transfer running back Jalen...
Josh Flagg Just Sold Judy Garland's Former House for $11 Million: Details
Josh Flagg just made a major sale. According to The Real Deal, the Million Dollar Listing Los Angeles agent was the listing agent for a 2.7-acre estate that Judy Garland once owned. The home, built and commissioned by architect Wallace Neff in the same year Garland was cast in The Wizard of Oz, was sold for $11 million.
Metallica announces annual All Within My Hands Foundation benefit in L.A.
Metallica on Monday announced the date of its All Within My Hands Foundation’s annual benefit show and auction, which will again take place in Los Angeles. The concert will take place on Dec. 13 at YouTube Theater. Tickets go on sale Friday at 10 a.m. TV’s Jimmy Kimmel will again host the event, which returns after a one-year absence in 2023 due to touring. In 2022, the band raised $3 million, which went to its nonprofits efforts to support workforce education, fight hunger and provide disaster relief. That event included appearances by Robert Downey, Jr., Tony Hawk, St. Vincent and performances by Metallica and Greta Van Fleet.
Whoopi Goldberg receives Key to West Hollywood, launches WhoopFam cannabis lines [WATCH]
On July 20, at The Woods, Whoopi Goldberg received the Key to West Hollywood for her consistent support of the LGBTQIA+ community and for having had the first branded and tested woman-owned cannabis brand in California. This red carpet event featured West Hollywood Mayor John M. Erickson and Vice Mayor Chelsea Beyers.Grammys R&B contenders: More wins for SZA? Breakthrough for Normani and Tinashe? Prior to the ceremony, the EGOT winner sat down for a nine-minute press conference to discuss the honor and the launch of her cannabis lines under her WhoopFam umbrella: Emma & Clyde and a revamped Whoopi & Maya...
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