News briefs Trump attacks Ron DeSantis for being too liberal on COVID and vaccine mandates Tribune News Service · Jan 31, 2023
For film lovers, Sundance matters as much as ever. Here are 19 (more) reasons why PARK CITY, Utah — The 2023 Sundance Film Festival came to a close Sunday, capping the festival’s first in-person edition since the COVID-19 pandemic broke out in early 2020. Los Angeles Times film reporter Mark Olsen and film critic Justin Chang sat down to discuss what they saw and liked… Los Angeles Times · Jan 30, 2023
LA shooting that left 3 dead, 4 wounded was not random, police say LOS ANGELES — At least three people were killed and four wounded Saturday morning in a shooting in an upscale neighborhood in the Benedict Canyon area of Los Angeles, authorities said. Los Angeles Times · Jan 29, 2023
Film academy to conduct ‘review’ after Andrea Riseborough’s surprise Oscar nod LOS ANGELES — Just days after nominations for this year’s Oscars were unveiled, the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences announced on Friday that it is “conducting a review” of this year’s nominees to make sure none of them violated the organization’s rules around campaigning. Los Angeles Times · Jan 27, 2023
Graphic video of attack on Paul Pelosi is released A San Francisco court on Friday released a graphic video showing the moment an intruder wielding a hammer attacked Paul Pelosi, the husband of then-U.S. House Speaker Nancy Pelosi, inside the couple’s home. Los Angeles Times · Jan 27, 2023
LA's long, troubled history with urban oil drilling is nearing an end after years of health concerns Los Angeles had oil wells pumping in its neighborhoods when Hollywood was in its infancy, and thousands of active wells still dot the city. The Conversation · Jan 27, 2023
Ex-Memphis police officers charged with murder in beating of Tyre Nichols; video to be released Friday Five former police officers in Memphis, Tennessee, were charged with second-degree murder Thursday in the brutal beating of Tyre Nichols, a 29-year-old Black man, during a traffic stop, authorities said. Los Angeles Times · Jan 27, 2023
5 ex-Memphis police officers charged with murder in beating of Tyre Nichols; video to be released Friday Five former Memphis police officers were charged with second-degree murder Thursday in the brutal beating of Tyre Nichols, a 29-year-old Black man, during a traffic stop, authorities said. Los Angeles Times · Jan 26, 2023
Sam Farmer's NFL championship round playoff picks Los Angeles Times' NFL writer, Sam Farmer, examines this week's conference championship games. Lines according to FanDuel. Last week's record 3-1. For the playoffs, 7-3. Using point spreads with the scores Farmer had predicted, the record against the spread last week would have been 3-1. For the playoffs, 4-6. All… Los Angeles Times · Jan 26, 2023
5 ex-Memphis police officers charged with murder in brutal beating of Tyre Nichols during a traffic stop Five former Memphis police officers were charged with second-degree murder Thursday in the brutal beating of Tyre Nichols, a 29-year-old Black man, during a traffic stop, authorities said. Los Angeles Times · Jan 26, 2023
Hulu joins Adult Swim in cutting ties with 'Rick and Morty' co-creator Justin Roiland LOS ANGELES — Hulu has severed ties with Justin Roiland, co-creator of its show "Solar Opposites" and the Adult Swim series "Rick and Morty," the company announced Wednesday. Los Angeles Times · Jan 25, 2023
Here's what we know about the Monterey Park shooting victims The families of the 11 people who died in the attack at the Star Ballroom Dance Studio are sharing memories of their loved ones. WEKU · Jan 25, 2023
Marilyn Manson, Esmé Bianco settle sexual assault lawsuit LOS ANGELES — Marilyn Manson has reached a settlement with actor Esmé Bianco, who filed a lawsuit in April 2021 accusing the musician — real name Brian Warner — of sexual assault, sexual battery and human trafficking. Los Angeles Times · Jan 25, 2023
The heiress has an heir: Paris Hilton and husband Carter Reum welcome baby boy Hotel heiress and DJ Paris Hilton has welcomed an heir. Los Angeles Times · Jan 25, 2023
Los Angeles Times · Jan 25, 2023 Commentary: Oscar nominee ‘Tár’ brought conducting into the spotlight. That’s not good for classical music Director Todd Field has gone through great pains, including on a podcast for the Los Angeles Times, to explain his great effort to get the world of classical music right in “Tár.”
Los Angeles Times · Jan 25, 2023 'Rick and Morty' cuts ties with Justin Roiland after domestic violence charges Adult Swim, which airs the adult comedy "Rick and Morty," announced on Tuesday that it will no longer work with series co-creator Justin Roiland. The news comes less than two weeks after he was charged with domestic violence in Orange County.
Los Angeles Times · Jan 25, 2023 Marilyn Manson, Esmé Bianco settle sexual assault lawsuit LOS ANGELES — Marilyn Manson has reached a settlement with actor Esmé Bianco, who filed a lawsuit in April 2021 accusing the musician — real name Brian Warner — of sexual assault, sexual battery and human trafficking.
Miami Herald · Jan 25, 2023 In statement, Bruce Sherman makes it clear: ‘The Miami Marlins are not for sale’ Miami Marlins chairman and principal owner Bruce Sherman in a statement Tuesday refuted a report in the Los Angeles Times that the Marlins “could go up for sale soon.”
Los Angeles Times · Jan 24, 2023 How Andrea Riseborough earned a surprise 2023 Oscar nomination for 'To Leslie' LOS ANGELES — Andrea Riseborough, star of "To Leslie," was among the breakout contenders in Tuesday's batch of 95th Academy Award nominees. But for those who've been watching celebrity social media accounts, her nod isn't that surprising.
Los Angeles Times · Jan 23, 2023 Jealousy, personal dispute possible motives in Monterey Park shooting that killed 11 LOS ANGELES — The investigation into a mass shooting in Monterey Park is focused on the gunman’s prior interactions at two dance studios he targeted and whether jealousy over a relationship was the motive, law enforcement sources said.
Los Angeles Times · Jan 23, 2023 Jealousy, personal dispute probed as possible motives in Monterey Park shooting LOS ANGELES — The investigation into a mass shooting in Monterey Park is focused on the gunman’s prior interactions at two dance studios he targeted and whether jealousy over a relationship was the motive, law enforcement sources said.
The Guardian - US · Jan 23, 2023 Alec Baldwin faces charges – but what about firms involved in Rust shooting? Actors’ union say it was ‘not a failure of duty’ on performer’s part, but film’s production company is unlikely to face criminal charges
Los Angeles Times · Jan 23, 2023 Motive remains a mystery after suspected gunman in Lunar New Year mass shooting found dead MONTEREY PARK, Calif. —
Daily Mirror · Jan 22, 2023 Monterey Park mass shooting: Suspected gunman kills himself as police surround his van The Monterey park Park gunman, who opened fire on the Star Ballroom Dance Studio in California, killing 10 people and wounding 10 more, was named as 72-year-old Huu Can Tran
ABC News · Jan 22, 2023 Ten killed in mass shooting following Lunar New Year celebrations in Monterey Park near Los Angeles Ten people are dead after a man opens fire with a semiautomatic weapon in the city of Monterey Park near Los Angeles, following a Lunar New Year celebration that attracted thousands.