SoCal Continues to Endure Record-Breaking Heat Wave
More dangerously hot temperatures are expected Wednesday across much of the Southland following record-breaking heat that has raised concerns about heat-related illnesses. While some heat records have already fallen, forecasters said the temperatures are expected to peak Wednesday through Friday, creating a “high risk for heat illnesses for just about everyone this week — especially…
Gene Roddenberry Son Wins Default Judgment Re: Starship Model
While two men appeal a judge’s ruling that the original model of the Starship Enterprise belongs to the son of the late “Star Trek” creator Gene Roddenberry, a default judgment has been issued against the father of one of the two plaintiffs. Dustin Riach and Jason Rivas contended in their lawsuit filed in May 2024…
One Killed in Motorcycle Crash in Windsor Hills
A woman was killed in a single-vehicle motorcycle crash Wednesday in Windsor Hills. The crash was reported at 2:22 a.m. Wednesday and California Highway Patrol officers were called to Valley Ridge Avenue and Stocker Street, where they found the victim, CHP Officer Elizabeth Kravig told City News Service. The victim, who was in her 30s,…
Man, 23, Found Fatally Shot in Palmdale Alley ldentified
Sheriff’s detectives Wednesday are continuing their investigation of the death of a 23-year-old man found shot in an alley near the Palmdale International Shopping Mall in Palmdale. The Los Angeles County medical examiner’s office identified him as Roberto Visar, whose place of residence was not disclosed. Deputies from the Los Angeles County Sheriffs’ Department Palmdale…
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Black Bear Mother Killed After Swiping Woman’s Leg in Monrovia
Questions are being asked Wednesday after a mother bear who swiped at a woman’s leg in Monrovia was killed by state wildlife officials. Personnel with the California Department of Fish and Wildlife euthanized the bear after the purported attack on…
Black Women Sue Verse LA, Grammy Winner Owner For Civil Rights Violations
Two Black women are suing the Verse LA restaurant as well as owner Manny Marroquin, a multi-Grammy-winning mixing engineer, alleging their civil rights were violated during a visit to the Toluca Lake establishment when they were asked to leave their…
D.A. to Honor Two With ‘Courage `Awards’ at Long Beach Ceremony
Los Angeles County District Attorney Nathan Hochman will bestow Courage Awards to a pair of valorous citizens Wednesday morning in Long Beach. One is a young woman who came forward to tell police she saw her father kill her mother…
Crash in Covina Sends Four to Hospital
Four people were injured in a violent crash involving as many as five vehicles Wednesday morning in Covina. The crash was reported about 5:50 a.m. near the intersection of Hollenbeck Avenue and Cypress Street, according to the Los Angeles County…
Man Shot in Lancaster Park, Suspect in Custody
A man is in critical condition Wednesday after he was shot by an assailant at a park in Lancaster and the suspect is in custody. Deputies from the Los Angeles County Sheriffs’ Department’s Lancaster Station were called at 7 p.m. Tuesday to 716 W. Oldfield St. and West J Avenue, where they found the victim…
SoCal Continues to Endure Record-Breaking Heat Wave
More dangerously hot temperatures are expected Wednesday across much of the Southland following record-breaking heat that has raised concerns about heat-related illnesses. While some heat records have already fallen, forecasters said the temperatures are expected to peak Wednesday through Friday, creating a “high risk for heat illnesses for just about everyone this week — especially…
LACo, OC Gas Prices Continue to Climb
The average price of a gallon of self-serve regular gasoline in Los Angeles County rose Wednesday to its highest amount since Oct. 19, 2023, increasing 2.6 cents to $5.659. The average price has risen 27 of the past 28 days, increasing $1.04, including 1.5 cents on Tuesday, according to figures from the AAA and Oil…
Cesar Chavez Day Celebrations Cancel After Allegations of Assault Arise
Plans for César Chávez Day events remain disrupted Wednesday as United Farm Workers and the César Chávez Foundation said they will abstain from honoring the late labor leader, citing “disturbing allegations” involving the possible victimization of “very young women or girls.” The organizations issued separate but related statements Tuesday stating that they will not organize…
CHP Issues Endangered Missing Alert For Missing Pico Union Man
An Endangered Missing Advisory is in effect Wednesday for a 41-year-old man who was reported missing in the Pico-Union District of Los Angeles. Francisco Rios was last seen Tuesday at South Alvarado and West 12th streets at approximately 8:30 p.m., according to the California Highway Patrol, which issued the alert on behalf of the Los…
Fatal Shooting in Alley by Shopping Mall in Palmdale
Sheriff’s detectives Wednesday are continuing their investigation of the death of a man found shot in an alley near the Palmdale International Shopping Mall in Palmdale. Deputies from the Los Angeles County Sheriffs’ Department Palmdale Station responded at around 12:12 p.m. Tuesday to an alley near the 1000 block of East Palmdale Boulevard and 10th…
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