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Lakers fan says he was duped into buying pricey tickets by LeBron James' ‘Second Decision'
An announcement by LeBron James teased as the “Decision of all decisions” turned out to be a liquor promotion, a major disappointment for one Lakers fan.
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Venice High School class of '53 celebrates 72 years of friendship at reunion
For some, 1953 feels like a distant memory, but for a group of Venice High School graduates, it seems like just yesterday. The Venice School Class of ’53 gathered at a Huntington Beach Denny’s for a reunion on Wednesday, some attending in person, while others joined online. At 90, Don Gibas is still the logistics guy, bringing together these 90-year-olds…
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Whistlers face off at ‘Masters of Musical Whistling' competition in Hollywood
The last time you whistled in the shower or warbled along to your favorite pop song, you might have thought you had what it takes to be a master whistler. Luckily, those interested in finding out have the opportunity to see for themselves at the Masters of Musical Whistling festival and competition in Hollywood. The event hosts whistlers from around…
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Pasadena mourns Jane Goodall, who was set to attend a tree-planting event
Dr. Jane Goodall, a primate researcher and humanitarian whose up-close work with chimpanzees made her an international icon, left behind many friends and associates in Southern California when she passed away Wednesday morning. In fact, she was scheduled to attend a tree-planting ceremony in Pasadena Wednesday when word of her death at 91 began spreading online. “When I was driving…
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‘Devastating blow.' How Jimmy Kimmel show saga could cause economic fallout in Los Angeles
While Disney did not say as of Thursday whether “Jimmy Kimmel Live!” is canceled, instead of being “indefinitely” pulled off the air, the economic ripple effects will likely be felt across Los Angeles, a city that’s trying to give CPR to the TV and film industry following the COVID-19 pandemics and strikes. Industry observers predict that everyone from production...
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Decades later, Reseda seniors celebrate a Jewish rite of passage into adulthood
On a toasty Friday afternoon in a Reseda courtyard, nine people gathered with broad smiles on their faces, decked out in their prayer shawls and yarmulkes, looking out at family members and close friends from all over the world. The males would celebrate their Bar Mitzvahs, and the females would celebrate their Bat Mitzvahs. Rabbi Karen Bender presided, playing traditional…
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Compton Art and History Museum: Telling one city's stories with pictures
Abigail Lopez-Byrd and her husband, Marquell Byrd, didn’t really think twice when the opportunity to expand their tiny Compton Art and History Museum came up. They chose to stay right in the city for which it’s named as they believe there are many, many more stories to tell and just as many local artists to tell them. “It’s something...
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Body found in bag inside impounded car at LA tow yard
A body was found in a Tesla at a Los Angeles tow yard after it was impounded last week.
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LA Animal Services' transfer program raises concern by some animal lovers
A new program meant to help senior dogs get adopted is receiving criticism from some animal lovers who claim it may actually do more harm than good.
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Owner of Altadena gas station that sold largest Powerball jackpot put funds toward grandchildren's education
Joe Chahayed, owner of Joe’s Service Center in Altadena, sold a Powerball ticket that won the largest jackpot in the game’s history.
