Rain Continues Soaking LA; Storm to Persist Until Friday

A strong storm system continued pushing through the Southland Thursday, with forecasters saying the area can expect periods of “moderate-to-heavy” rain that will linger into Friday. The brunt of the storm was unleashed primarily in Ventura County overnight, where thunderstorms and even a possible tornado pounded the region, dropping rain at rates topping 3 inches […]

Pedestrian Killed in South Los Angeles Hit-and-Run; Investigation Continuing

The investigation was continuing Thursday into a hit-and-run in the South Los Angeles area that fatally injured a pedestrian. Paramedics sent to Vernon and Western avenues about 6:30 p.m. Tuesday took the 42-year-old woman to a hospital, where she died, the Los Angeles Police Department reported. The woman’s name was withheld, pending notification of her […]

LA Man Pictured As Naked Baby On Nirvana Album Cover Wins Lawsuit Appeal

A federal appeals court Thursday revived a previously dismissed lawsuit for alleged child sexual exploitation brought by a Los Angeles man pictured as a naked infant over 30 years ago on the cover of the groundbreaking Nirvana album “Nevermind.” Spencer Elden sought personal injury damages from the now-defunct group’s company, various record companies and art […]

Fire Burning in House in Pacific Palisades

A fire damaged a hillside home Thursday in Pacific Palisades, above Pacific Coast Highway, but no one was hurt. The fire was reported in the 17840 block of West Lecco Lane, off Porto Marina Way, at 9:54 a.m., according to Brian Humphrey of the Los Angeles Fire Department. Firefighters extinguished the flames in 50 minutes, […]

Studio Architect Says Prison Obstacles Hinder His Discovery Replies

Responding to allegations by attorneys for two girls who contend they were sexually abused by an imprisoned former Hollywood studio architect — and who seek sanctions imposed for his alleged refusal to answer written discovery questions — the imprisoned defendant says he’s been beaten in prison, transferred often and faced antisemitism. The Van Nuys Superior […]

Nick Carter Seeks Dismissal of Sex Assault Suit

A lawsuit by a former member of the girl band Dream against Backstreet Boys member Nick Carter, alleging he raped her in his Santa Monica apartment in 2003, should be dismissed because it was filed in the wrong state, the “Hurts to Love You” singer’s attorneys allege in new court papers. Melissa Schuman’s Santa Monica […]

Judge Judy Awarded Appellate Court Victory in Series Library Sale Case

A state appellate court Thursday unanimously affirmed the dismissal of a lawsuit filed against Judy Sheindlin, CBS and other defendants in which one woman and the estate of another alleged they were entitled to about $4.95 million when the television star sold the “Judge Judy” series library back to the network in 2017. The 18-page […]

LACo Recaptures 717 Million Gallons of Stormwater This Week Alone

With several days of rain, Los Angeles County has captured 717 million gallons of stormwater this week, according to the Department of Public Works. Since Oct. 1, the county has captured roughly 5 billion gallons of stormwater, enough to meet the needs of 121,600 people, public works officials said. Public works crews have been out […]

Motion Picture Academy Releases Shortlists in 10 Oscar Categories

Building anticipation for Oscar night, the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences Thursday announced shortlists of hopefuls who have advanced for consideration in 10 Academy Award categories. The entrees making the shortlist will advance to the next round of voting, with the procedure varying for each category, usually involving votes by members of particular […]

Lizzo Wardrobe Manager Seeks Dismissal of Former Assistant’s Claims

Lizzo’s wardrobe manager is asking a judge to dismiss all claims filed against her by a former employee of the “Good as Hell” singer, alleging the plaintiff has no grounds for bringing the lawsuit in a California court. Asha Daniels’ Santa Monica Superior Court suit names as defendants the entertainer, whose real name is Melissa […]

Man Fatally Shot in Long Beach

Authorities sought the public’s help Thursday to solve the killing of a man who was shot in Long Beach. The shooting occurred about 8:10 p.m. Wednesday in the 1000 block of East Pacific Coast Highway, according to the Long Beach Police Department. Korey Brown, 36, of Long Beach, died at a hospital, police said. “Through […]