House Republicans launch investigation into distribution of L.A. fire charity funds
WASHINGTON — Two House Republicans launched an investigation on Wednesday that will, in part, examine how a California charitable organization used a $500,000 grant that was meant to support victims…
Dolly Parton breaks silence on her health: 'Do I look sick to you?'
Dolly Parton is setting the record straight about her health. She posted a video on Instagram on Wednesday morning to address fans’ concerns. “Well, today’s October the eighth, and obviously…
Malibu’s fire rebuild liaison is out in dispute over slow pace of reconstruction
The slow pace of reconstruction after January’s fire disaster has touched off a political tempest in Malibu, prompting the resignation of the city’s volunteer rebuilding “ambassador” and his suggestion —…
After Palisades fire failures, L.A. promises to beef up staffing during high-risk fire weather
Los Angeles firefighters will remain on duty for an additional shift during red flag weather warnings in a mandatory protocol instituted after top fire officials failed to pre-deploy engines to…
KISS rocker Gene Simmons faints, crashes into parked car in Malibu
KISS co-founder Gene Simmons is said to be doing “fine” after crashing his SUV into a parked car along the Pacific Coast Highway in Malibu. The crash occurred early Tuesday…
WWII-era explosive found at Port of Long Beach during construction
A construction team made a shocking discovery at the Port of Long Beach on Wednesday afternoon when they inadvertently unearthed a World War II-era explosive device, authorities said. The eight-decade-old…
Gigi Perez on ‘Sailor Song,’ religion and the music of her youth
Gigi Perez never goes more than a minute or two on her debut album without raising the hair on the back of your neck. A 25-year-old singer and songwriter from…
No ‘closure’ for Pacific Palisades even as fire’s cause is determined
On Wednesday, a community already traumatized by fire had to absorb another hit. Thousands of homes were lost in Pacific Palisades on Jan. 7, and residents are now trying to…
Natalia Bryant makes creative directorial debut with Lakers short film
Natalia Bryant has made her debut as a creative director with a short film that features a subject matter with which she’s very familiar. The 70-second piece is called “Forever…
Disneyland visitor dies after riding the Haunted Mansion. Expert says theme park deaths are rare
A Disneyland visitor who required medical attention after riding the theme park’s Haunted Mansion attraction died at an Orange County hospital on Monday. Disneyland officials confirmed Wednesday that the patron…