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BRENTWOOD—Actress and Oscar-winner, Diane Keaton, known for her roles in “Annie Hall” and “The Godfather” died on Saturday, October 11, PEOPLE first reported. The actress was 79.

TMZ reported that the Los Angeles Fire Department were called to Keaton’s Brentwood property shortly after 8 a.m. and she was taken via ambulance to a local hospital. No additional details or cause of death has been disclosed to the public.

Keaton grew to fame as a notable producer, actress and director in Hollywood. Keaton was born in Los Angeles, CA in January 1946. She got her start on Broadway in 1968 in “Hair.” That role later parlayed Keaton to a role in “Play It Again, Sam,” a production by director Woody Allen that earned the actress a Tony Award nomination for Best Featured Actress in a Play.

Her breakout film role was in 1972’s “The Godfather” which she starred alongside Al Pacino, Marlon Brando, Talia Shire and James Caan. The drama went on to earn 10 Oscar nominations, winning 3 awards including Best Picture, Best Actor and Best Adapted Screenplay. Keaton reprised her role in the 1974 sequel, “The Godfather Part II.”

In 1977, Keaton starred in the Woody Allen comedy, “Annie Hall” where she won the Academy Award for Best Actress. Other films Keaton starred in included, “Reds,” “Marvin’s Room,”  “Crimes of the Heart,” “Father of the Bride,” “Father of the Bride Part II,” “The First Wives Club,” “Something’s Gotta Give,” “The Family Stone,” “Morning Glory,” “Book Club” and “Book Club: The Next Chapter.”

Some of her co-stars throughout her illustrious career include Bette Midler, Steve Martin, Martin Short, Goldie Hawn, Warren Beatty, Jack Nicholson, Frances McDormand, Queen Latifah, Katie Holmes, Harrison Ford, Jane Fonda, Candice Bergen and Mary Steenburgen. Keaton during her lifetime dated actor/director Woody Allen, Al Pacino and Warren Beatty. The actress never married, but adopted two children, Dexter, 29 and Duke 25 in her 50s.

Keaton was also nominated for a Best Actress Oscar for her work in “Marvin’s Room,” “Something’s Gotta Give” and “Reds.” She won two Golden Globes during her career, one for “Annie Hall” and another for “Something’s Gotta Give.” She was also nominated for a Primetime Emmy Award in 1995.

Keaton’s “The First Wives Club” co-star Bette Midler posted on Instagram:

“The brilliant, beautiful, extraordinary Diane Keaton has died. I cannot tell you how unbearably sad this makes me. She was hilarious, a complete original, and completely without guile, or any of the competitiveness one would have expected from such a star. What you saw was who she was…oh, la, lala!”

Actor Steve Martin responded to a post from Interview Magazine on Instagram writing:

“Don’t know who first posted this, but it sums up our delightful relationship with Diane.”

Director Paul Feig posted on X, “I was so honored to call Diane Keaton a friend. She was an amazingly kind and creative person who also just happened to be a Hollywood legend. She has been taken from us far too soon. We will miss you, Diane.”

 

By Danny Jones

LOS ANGELES—Our Congressional Representative, Brad Sherman (D) CA-32, has been in Washington, D.C. for 15-Terms, 30-Years. Do you know who he is? He is a living example of what you get when you live in a one-party state with no congressional term limits. He has been around forever and done nothing. No decision he has ever made in three decades has been seriously challenged by anyone. He has had to show no accountability…and he has made many unbelievably bad and costly decisions for us. And now, he has left us in a mess.

Sherman has learned how to “quietly” do nothing. He distances himself from controversy. He’s not a leader…He’s a follower. Not a thinker…A party “yes man.” He always shows up one day too late to act as if he’s helping, but instead, he awkwardly just stands there doing nothing with his goofy smile.

How much has he cost you personally? As a senior member of the House Financial Services Committee, Sherman has consistently led the fight to kill Bitcoin and all Cryptocurrencies. In fact, having so many financial institutions as supporters, he has advocated “outlawing” digital currencies. So, as it turns out, he has been on the wrong side of history for over 15 years. He has tried to stop the future. Bitcoin started trading in July of 2010 for $0.05 per coin. If you had bought just one Bitcoin, then or even in 2016 (just nine years ago) for $400 a coin it would be worth $124,005 today. So much for his negative rhetoric, hollow scare tactics, financial advice, and proposed killer legislation.

He chimed in with the Joe Biden and Kamala Harris LIE that the border was secure when in fact it wasn’t, and they knew it. He kept silent when Biden struggled mentally in his campaign. He claims to support Israel…sometimes. He continues to stall in leading a solution to the Metro Transit Project connecting the San Fernando Valley to LA’s West side. The endless delays have been bogged down by his accountant-due-diligence mentality instead of having an assertive vision with momentum to get it done.

As a career politician who has never earned more than $174,000 a year, he has a home in Los Angeles and a home in Washington, D.C. worth an estimated $14 Million dollars. How is that mathematically possible? Well, I said he was an accountant.

Regarding the Palisades and Malibu fires, I agree with real estate billionaire and former LA Mayoral candidate, Rick Caruso, who proclaims, “If it’s predictable it’s preventable.” Sherman and Mayor Karen Bass, both career politicians, don’t practice preventive governance, but instead, they rely on remedial governance.

Sherman claims and implies that Sherman Oaks and Sherman Way were named after him and his family. That’s simply a lie. Sherman Oaks and Sherman Way were named after General Moses Hazeltine Sherman (1853-1932). He was a land developer and entrepreneur from Vermont who came to California in the late 1800s and founded Sherman Oaks development. If Brad Sherman will lie about a town being named after him and his family, what else will he lie about?

It’s time for a change. My name is Larry Thompson, and I am running for United States Congress. This will be my second attempt to unseat Sherman. In the recent 2024 election, I received over 108,000 votes, which is the most votes ever received by a candidate running against him.

With your help, I plan to defeat him this time.

I am a Christian first. A Conservative second. A Republican third.

I am a member of Turning Point USA and Stand With Crypto . I am a compassionate, intelligent, experienced businessman who uses Common Sense. I am running for Congress to awaken, organize, and unite the dissatisfied Democratic voter, the canceled conservative voter, and the undecided No Party Preference voter. Visit: www.LarryThompsonForCongress.com

I have been endorsed by the California Republican Party, the Los Angeles County Republican Party, the Ventura County Republican Party, California Young Republicans, California College Republicans, Los Angeles County Young Republicans, the American Independent Party, Brock Pierce, Chairman of the Bitcoin Foundation, David Hernandez, Chairman of the Los Angeles Hispanic Republican Club, and Regional Vice Chair of CAGOP’s Los Angeles County, and Kelsey Grammer, among many others. Visit my 32-Point Political Vision at Larry Thompson For Congress – 32 Points

Democrats and Non-Party Preference voters, I believe I will earn all or most of the Republican votes, but I cannot win without your votes also. You have voted for Sherman for 30 years…! What about giving me a shot? My term would only be for two years. If I don’t do a better job than him, vote me out in 2028 and put him or another Democrat back in.

California’s District 32, where I am running against Sherman, encompasses at this time the communities of Bel-Air, Bell Canyon, Beverly Glen, Brentwood, Canoga Park, Chatsworth, Encino, Malibu, North Hills, Northridge, Pacific Palisades, Reseda, Sherman Oaks, Studio City, Tarzana, Topanga, West Hills, Winnetka, and Woodland Hills. The district traditionally trends Democratic by a large margin of 70-30.

I know, it’s difficult to make a party change. Change isn’t just difficult. Sometimes, it feels impossible.

You know the feeling. You make a bold decision — to eat healthier, end a toxic relationship, move to a new city, leave that job, start that business, finally go after the life you keep pretending, you’re not afraid of. You start out strong, your heart full of conviction. But weeks—or even days—later, you find yourself back where you started, sabotaging your progress or convincing yourself it was never worth it anyway. And then comes the shame.

You wonder why everyone else seems to manage change so gracefully while you’re drowning in self-doubt. You ask yourself, “What’s wrong with me?” But the truth is: nothing is wrong with you. Change is not a straight path. It is a reckoning. A grief. A rebirth. A neurological, psychological, and emotional storm that stirs up every part of your identity. It’s not that you’re weak. It’s that you’re human.

American author, speaker, and pastor, Dr. John Maxwell, says, “When it comes to change, there are three seasons of timing: People change 1. when they hurt enough that they have to, 2. when they learn enough that they want to, and 3. when they receive enough that they are able to.”

Are you in any one of these three seasons?

Isn’t it time you tried something new to build a future for you and your children? Sometimes the person that brought you here isn’t the person you need to guide you forward.

Think about it. Vote for change. Vote for Larry Thompson for Congress.

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By Staff

BRENTWOOD—On September 5, California Governor, Gavin Newsom, and Los Angeles Mayor, Karen Bass, announced that the California Highway Patrol (CHP) with assistance of the Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD) will be providing Kamala Harris with the security detail she needs as she begins her 15-stop tour for her new book, “107 Days.”

On August 28, multiple news reports circulated that President Trump issued a memo that, “Stripped former Vice President, Kamala Harris, of her security detail just as she began her book tour.”

The truth is that sitting Vice Presidents are entitled to six-months of security detail. Prior to leaving office, former Vice President, Joe Biden, extended the time of her detail.

President Trump did revoke Harris’s security detail which reportedly goes into effect Monday, September 8th. Her six months of protection by Secret Service would have typically ended in July. Former VP Harris received an extra two months of security protection.

Reports indicate that it was a trip to South Africa taken by Hunter and Ashley Biden with an 18-person security detail paid in full by the U.S. government.

The only government employees who are entitled to lifetime security are former Presidents and first ladies, and their children until they reach the age of 16.

The rule of lifetime security protection for former sitting Presidents was signed into law during the Obama Administration in 2013 reversing the previous law that allowed for 10 years of protection by the Secret Service.

Now, as a private citizen, the state of California has taken on Harris’s security detail.

In October of 2024, The Wall Street Journal reported that Harris is entitled to federal pension of $18,800. Annually based on her accrued time as Vice President and Senator.

In addition, former Vice Presidents benefit from lucrative book tours and public speaking engagements.

The following came directly from a November 4, 2024, issue of Forbes Magazine estimating former Vice President and Doug Emhoff’s financial worth.

“Thanks to her decades in government and wealthy husband, Kamala Harris has built up quite a nest egg, and she’s only gotten richer since becoming vice president.

Forbes estimates her net worth, along with gentleman Doug Emhoff, at about $8 million, up from $7 million in 2021. That’s roughly 20 times the median worth of Americans in the same age bracket.

By Sharon

BRENTWOOD—On Tuesday, September 2, a car collision left one person trapped, the Los Angeles Fire Department reported. The incident was reported at 1:11 p.m. at 11740 W Gorham Avenue.

The victim was an 80-year-old female who was initially pinned beneath a vehicle following an auto-vs-pedestrian incident.

The victim was extricated by firefighters and will be transported to a local hospital. The condition of the patient is unknown at this time. The cause of the collision has not been disclosed to the public.

BRENTWOOD—On Friday, August 29, the Los Angeles Fire Department reported a pedestrian was killed after being struck by a vehicle.

The incident was reported at 10:43 a.m. at 16551 W. Park Lane Circle. A work vehicle collided into a pedestrian. The pedestrian was determined deceased on scene. Media questions are kindly referred to LAPD Inc# 2056. CAL OSHA Van Nuys Division notified per protocol.

The name and age of the victim have not been disclosed to the public.

BRENTWOOD/PACIFIC PALISADES—The Los Angeles Fire Department had to rescue 2 hikers recently in Brentwood and Pacific Palisades.

On Friday, August 15, officials received a report of a hiker in trouble at 11:40 a.m. at Mandeville Canyon Park.

LAFD ground and air responded to an exhausted octogenarian male hiker on a remote section of the Westridge Spur Trail south of the Mandeville Fire Road in Mandeville Canyon Park.

An LAFD Rescue Helicopter lowered a Flight Paramedic to medically assess the patient, who declined hospital transport. The LAFD air crew hoisted the man and LAFD Flight Paramedic into the hovering helicopter for transfer to a safe landing location at Will Rogers Park. No additional details about the incident has been disclosed to the public.

On Saturday, August 16, a hiker had to be rescued after the LAFD received a call at 10:44 a.m. at 3001 Rustic Canyon Rd. The LAFD air and ground resources are coordinating to aid an injured mountain biker (29 year-old male, fair condition) on a remote trail. Crews hoisted the patient to an LAFD helicopter and will transport directly to a local hospital.

By Dann y Jones

BRENTWOOD—On August 8, at approximately 7:00 a.m. the Los Angeles Police Department officers responded to a call of a stolen vehicle. Responding officers were led on a high-speed chase through Westside.

The suspect, whose identity has not been released to the public, was only described as being an adult female. The chase ended in a crash at the intersection of Montana and Bringham Avenues in Brentwood when the unidentified driver crashed into a police car, striking and injuring a police officer.

The officer was taken to an area hospital for treatment. His condition is unknown. There were no other reported injuries. The suspect is in custody. There is no more information at this time as this case is still under investigation.

By Sharon

BRENTWOOD—Two hikers had to be rescued on Friday, July 25, by officials from the Los Angeles Fire Department.

The first incident was reported at 1:35 p.m. at 12701 W Chalon Rd. LAFD Ground and Air responded to a downed hiker in Mandeville Canyon. An LAFD Flight Paramedic was lowered down to an ill hiker on a hard to access trail.

Flight crews initiated a hoist rescue of the downed hiker to ensure prompt treatment and transport. LAFD Air Ambulance will transport the patient to an area hospital for continued treatment and evaluation.

The other incident transpired about 90 minutes later at 3:11 p.m. near Queensferry Road. LAFD Air Operations conducted a helicopter hoist to remove an injured mountain biker from a difficult to access trail in Sullivan Canyon.

The hiker suffered injuries following a fall from her mountain bike. LAFD flight paramedics stabilized the patient prior to conducting the hoist recovery and subsequent transport to a local area hospital.

No additional details about either incident have been disclosed to the public.

By Danny Jones

BRENTWOOD—On Thursday, July 18, the Los Angeles County District Attorney’s Office disclosed that Steve Farzam, 46, of Brentwood has been charged with 28 criminal counts — including 23 felonies — for a string of alleged crimes that occurred between 2023 and May 2025, including impersonating a firefighter during the Palisades Fire, assaulting a first responder, and discharging a laser at aircrafts.

On January 16, Farzam allegedly posed as a firefighter during the Palisades Fire, gaining access to restricted emergency zones and interfering with emergency operations.

The various alleged offenses span more than a year and includes incidents that put public safety and emergency personnel at serious risk.

Felonies that Farzam face include:

-Six counts of discharging a laser at an aircraft.
-Three counts of assault with a deadly or dangerous weapon.
-Four counts of assault upon a peace officer.
-One count of impersonation of a public officer, investigator or inspector.
-One count of carrying a loaded unregistered handgun in a vehicle.
-Seven counts of perjury by declaration.
-One count of procuring and offering false or forged instrument.

And the following misdemeanors:

-Two counts of impersonating a fire officer.
-Three counts of trespassing on closed lands.

The defendant pleaded not guilty during his arraignment. He is currently being held without bail. His preliminary hearing is scheduled for July 28 in Department 30 of the Clara Shortridge Foltz Criminal Justice Center.

If convicted as charged, Farzam could face up to 23 years and 10 months in state prison. The charges filed in this case are allegations. The defendant is presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty in a court of law.

By Danny Jones

BRENTWOOD—On Saturday, July 19, the Los Angeles Fire Department performed a helicopter hoist rescued for an injured bicyclist.

The incident was reported at 11:24 a.m. at West Mandeville Fire Road. The LAFD ground and air response with Los Angeles Park Rangers attended to an injured adult male mountain bicyclist who sustained serious injury on a remote section of the West Mandeville Fire Road south of Mulholland Drive.

An LAFD Rescue Helicopter has lowered a Flight Paramedic to join ground crews in medically assessing and stabilizing the patient.

Officials will be hoisted aboard the hovering helicopter with the LAFD Flight Paramedic for continuing in-flight care during direct air transport to an area hospital. No additional details about the incident have been disclosed to the public.

By Danny Jones

BEVERLY HILLS—In 1939, Ann Rutherford played Carreen O’Hara, one of Scarlett O’Hara’s sisters in the movie “Gone with the Wind”, and now her mansion in Beverly Hills which she and her husband called Greenway Chapel, is for sale. For years, the actress, who died in 2012, was married to the television producer William Dozier, who produced the 1960s TV show The Green Hornet and the 1960s Batman TV show.

Ann Rutherford’s mansion was built in 1938, and it was designed by the architect Paul R. Williams in the French revival style. It spans 13,678 square feet. It contains five bedrooms, and eleven bathrooms, which includes two partial bathrooms and nine full bathrooms, and it occupies over half an acre. Also, it contains a pool. The mansion is being sold by Jacob Dadon who works for Sotheby’s International Realty and this mansion can be purchased for $42M.

By Daniel Diquinzio

BRENTWOOD—A traffic collision led to a fatality on Monday, June 23, the Los Angeles Fire Department reported. The incident was reported at 2:02 a.m. on the southbound 405 freeway in Brentwood near Moraga Drive.

A total of three patients (unknown age/gender/condition) were involved. Officials were on scene following the incident. According to reports, one officer sustained injuries during the incident.

One patient was determined to be deceased on scene; two patients were transported to local hospitals for injuries sustained. The collision involved a pickup truck and sedan, KTLA reported. No additional details about the deceased victim and the other victims have been disclosed to the public.

The media has been referred to the Los Angeles Police Department INC#0367 regarding details about the collision.

By Danny Jones

BRENTWOOD—On March 7, a new Costco Wholesale Store opened at 5151 Heidorn Ranch Road in Brentwood, California. According to their website, the current store hours are Monday through Friday 10:00 a.m. to 8:30 p.m., Saturday 9:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., and Sunday 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.

The new store features a food court, pharmacy, Optical and Hearing Aid Departments, a Tire center, and a gas station. ATT Cellular is also to have a Kiosk on site.

For those not familiar with Costco, it is very similar to Sam’s Wholesale, but not a cookie-cutter option at all. Bulk food purchases and great electronics are what’s most similar between the two stores. Costco is known for its fresh produce and other crowd-pleasers.

What makes it unique is that there are two options when joining. The least expensive option gets you in-the-door, in-store, and online shopping privileges. Much like some credit cards, the upgraded membership gives a percentage of the sales back in a dividend of sorts. The consumer pays more up-front but gets some back with every purchase.

The downside is that Costco has shipping and handling charges that may cause some consumers to choose in-store shopping over the online option.

There are multiple employment opportunities at Costco including; Stockers, Tire Installers, Meat Cutters, Membership Clerk, Sanitation(Janitorial), Cashiers, Cake Decorators, Licensed Hearing Aid Dispensers, Licensed Opticians, Non-licensed Hearing Aid technicians, Non-licensed optical technicians, Pharmacists, and Pharmacy Assistants.

By Sharon

SANTA MONICA/BRENTWOOD—On Friday, January 24, the LADA announced more charges against individuals who committed crimes during the recent wildfires that plagued Southern California.

Two more individuals have been charged in connection with the ongoing wildfires — bringing the total number of individuals charged in fire-related cases to 25. The latest cases include felony charges of first-degree residential burglary and attempt to burn in Santa Monica and Brentwood.

Ivan Ruiz, 35, of Moreno Valley is charged with one count of felony first-degree residential burglary and one count of felony looting during an emergency or evacuation: 2nd degree burglary in case 25ARCF00131. It is further alleged that Ruiz carried out the offense with planning, sophistication, and professionalism within the California Rules of Court; has had prior convictions; and had served in prison and county jail.

On January 20, at approximately 3:45 p.m., Ruiz allegedly broke into a detached garage with living quarters above it in the 100 block of Mabery Road in Santa Monica. The property was located within an evacuation zone during a state of emergency, and Ruiz is accused of stealing items from the premises.

He pleaded not guilty during his arraignment January 22 and his preliminary hearing setting is scheduled for February 7, Dept. 31 of the Airport Courthouse. He is being held on $100,000 bail. If convicted as charged, he faces six years in prison. The case was investigated by the Los Angeles Police Department.

Christopher Reimers, 54, of Los Angeles is charged with one count of felony attempt to burn in case 25ARCF00136. He faces aggravating circumstances of increasing seriousness of prior convictions and having a prior county jail or prison term.

Reimers is being held on $75,000 bail. He pleaded not guilty during his arraignment on January 22 and his 1368 PC report/nonappearance is set for Dept. 30 of the Airport Courthouse. If convicted as charged, he faces three years in prison.

On January 18, at approximately 1:45 p.m., he allegedly used a butane torch to ignite a brown bag filled with plastic and paper. He allegedly placed a flannel shirt over the burning bag and positioned it beneath a USPS mailbox at the intersection of San Vicente Boulevard and Montana Avenue in Brentwood. The case was investigated by the Los Angeles Police Department.

The charges filed in these cases are allegations. The defendant is presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty in a court of law.

By Trevor

SANTA MONICA/MALIBU—On Friday, January 17, the Los Angeles County District Attorney’s announced that more individuals have been charged with crimes committed during the LA wildfires.

District Attorney Nathan J. Hochman announced that charges have been filed against nine additional individuals in connection with nine alleged crimes committed during LA County’s devastating wildfires. The charges encompass a range of offenses, including felony arson, felony possession of ammunition by a felon, felony looting during mandatory evacuations, and misdemeanor impersonation of a firefighter. These alleged crimes occurred across the county, including in the cities of South Gate, Brentwood, Hawthorne, Huntington Park, Compton, Santa Monica, and Malibu.

Luis Felipe Gudino, 28, is charged with one count of felony arson during a state of emergency in case 25DWCF00047. It is further alleged that the charge involved great violence, great bodily harm or threat of great bodily harm. Gudino is being held on a bail amount of $350,000. His arraignment is scheduled for today in Dept. 7 of the Los Angeles County Superior Court, Downey Branch. If convicted as charged, he faces seven years in prison.

On January 13, Guidino is accused of igniting a couch at the rear of an apartment building in the city of South Gate. The fire spread from the couch to a nearby utility pole and surrounding area before being extinguished by the LA County Fire Department. The utility pole was damaged and apartment building exterior was charred. The case was investigated by the South Gate Police Department.

Richard Alexander Peterson, 36, is charged with one count of felony arson during a state of emergency in case 25DWCF00046. He faces a third strike sentence on the current charge based on his prior convictions. Peterson is being held on a bail amount of $ 1,350,000. His arraignment is scheduled for today in Dept. 7 of the Los Angeles County Superior Court, Downey Branch. If convicted as charged, he faces 25 years to life in prison.

On January 13, at about 4:13 p.m., Peterson allegedly dragged a Christmas tree onto the sidewalk in front of a motel in the city of South Gate and ignited the tree, which burned. The case was investigated by the South Gate Police Department.

Omar Lopez, 35, is charged with two counts of felony arson during a state of emergency in case 25DWCF00044. It is further alleged that the charge involved great violence, great bodily harm or threat of great bodily harm. He is being held on a bail amount of $350,00 He pleaded not guilty during his arraignment on January 15. His preliminary hearing setting is scheduled for January 29 in Dept. J of the Los Angeles County Superior Court, Norwalk Branch. If convicted as charged, he faces 8 years, 8 months in prison.

On January 14, at approximately 5 p.m., Lopez is accused of lighting a dried Christmas tree on fire that was on the sidewalk in front of an apartment building at 6915 Templeton St., in the city of Huntington Park, then igniting a larger tree in a courtyard of a nearby building. The case was investigated by the Huntington Park Police Department.

Manuel Rodriguez, 36, is charged with one count of felony arson during a state of emergency and one felony count of arson of property of another in case 25ARCF00091. His case was transferred downtown to Dept. 31 of the Clara Shortridge Foltz Criminal Justice Center for a preliminary hearing setting on January 31. If convicted as charged, he faces seven years, eight months in prison.

On January 13, at approximately 12 p.m., Rodriguez is accused of starting a fire inside a dumpster behind the closed Donald Bruce Kaufman Brentwood Branch Library, 11820 San Vicente Blvd., in the city of Los Angeles. The case was investigated by the Los Angeles Police Department.

Travis Glodt, 34, is charged with three counts of felony arson of property of another in case 25ARCF00089. The defendant was arraigned, and a doubt was declared as to his competency. Proceedings were suspended and the case was sent to the mental health court for further proceedings. The People requested his bail be set at $150,000. If convicted as charged, he faces four years and four months in prison.

On January 13 at approximately 10 p.m., Goldt is accused of starting fires using a lighter along Hawthorne Boulevard in the city of Hawthorne. He allegedly started a fire to a Hawthorne city water shut off valve and vegetation at 11601 Hawthorne Blvd., gathered up trash against the wall/front door at 11939 Hawthorne Blvd. and lit it, then lighting bushes on fire next to a cement post at a store located at 11983 Hawthorne Blvd. The case was investigated by the Hawthorne Police Department.

Leopoldo Reveles, 49, is charged with two counts of felony arson of property of another in case 25CMCF00082. His bail was set at $100,000. His arraignment is scheduled for today in Dept. 12 of the Los Angeles County Superior Court, Compton Branch. If convicted as charged, he faces three years, eight months in prison.

On January 13, at approximately 11:15 a.m., Reveles is accused of using a blow torch to light trash on fire next to the train tracks at Carlin Avenue and Alameda Street in an evacuation zone in the city of Compton, causing a fire and damaging a fire hydrant. The case was investigated by the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department.

Keyshon Walker, 22, is charged with one count of felony unlawful possession of ammunition: prohibited by a prior conviction; one count of felony possession of a firearm by a felon; one count of misdemeanor possession of burglar’s tools; and one count of misdemeanor interference at scene of emergency in case 25ARCF00080. He is being held on $125,000 bail. He pleaded not guilty at arraignment and his preliminary hearing setting is scheduled for February 11 in Dept. 31 of the Los Angeles County Superior Court, Airport Branch.

On January 10, at approximately 3 a.m., Walker was stopped while driving in an evacuation zone. In his vehicle, officers located .357 ammunition and an AR15 magazine, along with a drone, walkie talkies, burglary tools, gloves, and a window punch tool. The case was investigated by the Los Angeles Police Department.

Joshua Love, 29, is charged with one count of felony looting during an emergency or evacuation; one count of felony attempted second-degree burglary; one count of misdemeanor possession of burglary tools; one count of felony unauthorized entry of closed disaster area; one count of misdemeanor interference at the scene of emergency; one count of misdemeanor trespass by entering and occupying; one count of misdemeanor possession of injection/ingestion device in case 25ARCF00081. It is further alleged that the defendant had previously been convicted of a serious and/or violent felony.

Love is being held on $160,000 bail. He pleaded not guilty at arraignment on January 14. His preliminary hearing setting is scheduled for Jan. 29 in Dept. 31 of the Los Angeles Superior Court, Airport Branch. If convicted as charged, he faces seven years and two months in prison.

On January 11, at approximately 10 p.m., Love is accused of attempting to burglarize an apartment complex at 416 San Vicente in the city of Santa Monica. The case was investigated by the Santa Monica Police Department.

Ivan Cedric Reed, 34, is charged with one felony count of receiving stolen property exceeding $950 in value; one misdemeanor count of impersonating a firefighter; one misdemeanor count of unlawful use of a badge; and one misdemeanor count of unauthorized entry of closed disaster area. The People have recommended a bail amount of $45,000. He is set to be arraigned January 17 in Dept. 100 of the Los Angeles Superior Court, Van Nuys Branch. If convicted as charge he faces four years state prison to be served in the county jail.

On January 14 at about 5 p.m., Reed is accused of wearing a yellow firefighter jacket and having a first responders’ radio in a mandatory evacuation area at 18343 Clifftop Way in the city of Malibu. The defendant allegedly told deputies he was a firefighter. The case was investigated by the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department.

By Trevor

BRENTWOOD—On Sunday, January 12, at approximately 4:40 a.m. Vice President Kamala Harris’s U.S. Secret Service detail and Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD) deputies responded to a call of a burglary at the home of VP Harris, and Second-gentleman, Doug Emhoff. No one was at home at the time of the call.

Reports indicate that the two men dressed in all black were initially detained for being out after curfew in the evacuation zone of Pacific Palisades. They were then questioned by officers and released as there was no evidence of foul play.

Harris and Emhoff have several homes. The home in Brentwood is approximately 3,500 square feet. Zillow estimates the home’s value at $5 million.

Harris acquired her loft, which is a condo. in the South of Market area of San Francisco after she became Attorney General in 2004.

While in Washington D.C. the second couple has two homes. One is the same home located at the U.S. Naval Observatory on, One Observatory Circle. This is the same home that most Vice Presidents have lived in since Walter Mondale in 1974.

The second home is a 1,700-square-foot apartment Harris secured during her first term in the U.S. Senate. This lush property includes a rooftop pool, full-time concierge, fitness center, and housekeeping.

By Sharon

Polling in CA-32 Shows Thompson (R) Gaining Fast

WOODLAND HILLS, CALIFORNIA, UNITED STATES—August 26, 2024 /EINPresswire.com/ — Rep. Brad Sherman (CA-32) has been in Congress for 14 terms (28 years). As a Democrat in a deep blue California district, he has had very little competition for almost three decades…until now. Out of the wild west, Larry Thompson, also known as “The Sanity Man,” has ridden into town claiming “this used to be Reagan Country and I’m running for Congress to take it back for him.”

Thompson’s call to arms has found serious traction among voters and is threatening Sherman’s stronghold.

California’s District 32 encompasses the communities of Bel-Air, Bell Canyon, Beverly Glen, Brentwood, Canoga Park, Chatsworth, Encino, Malibu, North Hills, Northridge, Pacific Palisades, Reseda, Sherman Oaks, Studio City, Tarzana, Topanga, West Hills, Winnetka, and Woodland Hills. The district traditionally trends Democratic by a large margin of 70-30. Door-to-door campaign polling shows Thompson pulling up close to 50-50.

With national political fatigue, a divisive country full of hatred, fear of a World War, inflation, a local rise in Anti-Semitism, continued homelessness, increasing crime in the San Fernando Valley, disrespect for law and order and the police, and Bel-Air’s privacy being threatened by an underground rail to possibly be built connecting Ventura Boulevard to Westwood, voters are deciding to accept the need for change, and, instead of faithfully and blindly voting their party line, they are deciding to break ranks and simply vote their values. Thompson argues that he upholds those values and is ready to go to work to install or restore them.

When asked yesterday at this year’s final Summer Concert at Warner Center Park in Woodland Hills why he thinks his campaign is doing so well, Thompson answered, “Well, I am running for Congress to awaken, organize, and unite the canceled conservative voter, the dissatisfied Democrat voter, and the undecided No Party Preference voter. I want them to no longer feel alone, defeated, and scared. I ask that they have courage, stand up, and join me and those who share their values and vision of our country. I want everyone to simply use Common Sense with Common Civility to find Common Ground to solve our Common Issues. Let’s start a new conversation to finally stop the fighting, regain our ‘Sanity,’ and get something done. Politics have become insane. I’m the ‘Sanity Man.'”

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BRENTWOOD—On Friday, August 16, the Los Angels Fire Department reported they were battling a two-story structure fire in Brentwood.

The blaze was reported at 12:04 p.m. at 2501 N Banyan Dr. The property was under construction with fire showing. The LAFD reported that by 2:23 p.m. the fire was contained.

The first arriving 26 firefighters extinguished the fire in 19 minutes with no injuries reported. The interior of the home was still exposed framing, but the firefighter’s quick actions stopped the fire from extending to other parts of the property.

By Trevor

BRENTWOOD—On Friday, August 9, the LADA’s Office disclosed in a news release that Abraham Shily, 26, was charged with sexually and physically assaulting a mother as she was walking her one-month-old infant in the Brentwood neighborhood of Los Angeles on July 16.

Shily is charged in case 24ARCF01092 with one felony count of assault with a deadly weapon; one misdemeanor count of sexual battery; one misdemeanor count of child abuse under circumstances or conditions other than great bodily injury or death; and one misdemeanor count of false imprisonment.

He pleaded not guilty to all charges and allegations at an arraignment on August 8. On July 16, at approximately 4:30 p.m., the victim was walking with her one-month-old baby in a residential neighborhood of Brentwood when Shily allegedly approached her and proceeded to sexually and physically assault her. It is further alleged that in the course of the attack the defendant inflicted great bodily injury upon the adult victim.

Shily fled the scene and was arrested on July 18. The court ordered $50,000 bail for the defendant. He has since bailed out. A preliminary hearing setting is scheduled for October 1 in Dept. 31 of the Airport Courthouse. If convicted as charged, he faces a maximum sentence of nine years in state prison. The case is being investigated by the Los Angeles Police Department.

By Trevor

MALIBU, July 29, 2024—”Brad Sherman should confess and apologize for living a lie,” demands Congressional candidate, Larry Thompson (R- Calif) at his sunset campaign rally in Malibu, CA, Sunday, July 28.

“Sherman continues to mislead and lie to people that beautiful Sherman Oaks, California is named after him and his family. That’s a lie. Sherman Oaks was founded in 1927 by wealthy land-developer General Moses Hazeltine Sherman. Neither Brad Sherman nor anyone in his family is a descendant of General Sherman. He has been lying or misleading citizens about Sherman Oaks being named after him and his family ever since the Democratic Convention in 1996 when he entered national politics, and no one has ever challenged him on his false claim… until now. 

“If a man can brag and lie for 30 years about his name and a famous neighborhood in his political district being named after him, what else will he lie about? This long-term dishonesty really bothers me, and it should embarrass him. He should come clean and apologize immediately to the citizens of CA 32, especially those who live in Sherman Oaks or travel on Sherman Way.

“Lying for a long time to publicly elevate one’s importance slowly eats away at one’s character. Living a lie or allowing people who trust you to believe a lie about you blinds you to the truth about everything. Sherman’s 30-year disguise finally brings his morality and credibility into serious question.”

Rep. Brad Sherman (D-Calif) has been in office for 14 terms (28 years). California District 32 encompasses Bel-Air, Bell Canyon, Beverly Glen, Brentwood, Canoga Park, Chatsworth, Encino, Malibu, North Hills, Northridge, Pacific Palisades, Reseda, Sherman Oaks, Studio City, Tarzana, Topanga, West Hills, Winnetka, and Woodland Hills.

“Confess Sherman and apologize,” demands Thompson.

For further information, contact:

Robert G. Endara II

12021 Wilshire Blvd.

Suite 614

Los Angeles, CA 90025

(310) 288-0700

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BRENTWOOD—The Los Angeles Police Department announced that they arrested a suspect on July 18 connected to an attack that transpired in Brentwood.

The West Los Angeles Division detectives have announced the arrest of a felony battery suspect. On July 16, around 4:40 p.m., the victim was walking on Gretna Green Way near Mayfield Avenue, pushing her one-month-old daughter in a stroller. The suspect approached the victim from behind, grabbed her waist with both hands, and simulated sexual activity, so that his hips made physical contact with the victim.

The victim turned around and struck the suspect in the face, who then struck the victim in the face multiple times, causing her to fall to the ground and sustain serious injuries. The suspect fled on foot towards Montana Avenue.

Detectives from West Los Angeles division identified the suspect as Abraham Shily, 26, of Los Angeles. Shily was arrested and booked for 243 (D) PC: Felony Battery, booking number 6849174.

Anyone with details is asked to contact West Los Angeles Robbery Detective Yagubyan at (213) 399-0135. During non-business hours or on weekends, calls should be directed to 1-877-LAPD-24-7 (877-527-3247). Anyone wishing to remain anonymous should call the L.A. Regional Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (800-222-8477) or go directly to www.lacrimestoppers.org.

By Trevor

BRENTWOOD—On Monday, June 3, the Los Angeles Fire Department disclosed that it rescued a mountain biker via helicopter. The incident was reported to the LAFD at 8:05 p.m. at Sullivan Fire Road.

One adult male mountain biker sustained an injury on a remote trail  about halfway up Sullivan Fire Road, and west of the Westridge-Canyonback Wilderness Park.

An LAFD rescue helicopter lowered a flight paramedic to medically assess and stabilize the patient. The biker was then safely hoisted into the hovering helicopter for in-flight care during direct transport to an area hospital to be treated for injuries sustained during the incident.

By Trevor

BRENTWOOD—The Los Angeles Fire Department reported on Friday, May 17 officers from the Los Angeles Police Department were involved in a crash that left several officers injured.

The LAFD was alerted of the incident at 5:25 a.m. on the northbound 405 freeway. Firefighters arrived to a traffic accident involving LAPD officers who were in pursuit of a vehicle. This resulted in a vehicle crashing into parked vehicles and hitting a police car. Four total officers were injured with one being taken to an area hospital.

The incident expanded to the freeway where the van did go the wrong way and the pursuit ended with crashing into three vehicles on the freeway. No extrication was needed. One patient was transported to an area hospital.

By Trevor

BRENTWOOD—On Saturday, April 13, Vice President, Kamala Harris traveled back to her home state of California via Air Force Two for a series of events. The Patch notified the public of road traffic delays and road closures upon her arrival and departure. The southbound 405 Freeway in Brentwood on April 16, as the Harris Motorcade with her security detail prepared for her departure at the Los Angeles International Airport for a flight to Las Vegas, Nevada.

Harris and First Husband, Doug Emhoff first attended a fundraising event at the home of Family Guy creator, Seth MacFarlane’s home. The event was attended by two to three dozen people including Los Angeles Mayor, Karen Bass. Fundraising efforts reportedly brought in approximately $1.5 million to Biden’s Victory Fund.  The Second Couple keeps a home in nearby Brentwood.

On April 13, Harris made a surprise appearance at the Power, Leadership & Influence of the Black Woman event held at the Fairmont Century Plaza from 10:30-2:00 p.m.

The Power in Leadership event, entitled, “An Intimate Conversation with Laphonza Butler,” featured; Senator Laphonza Butler (D-CA), co-founder of Black Lives Matter, Malina Abdullah, President and CEO of Brotherhood Crusade, Charisse Bremond Weaver, L.A. County Supervisor, Holly Mitchell, President of the Los Angeles County Federation of Labor, Yvonne Wheeler, and Producer, actress, and singer, Marla Gibbs

According to the verbiage of Vice President Harris was introduced as a champion of abortion. She touched on the age-old debate that the overturning of Roe v. Wade denies a woman who may have been a victim of incest or rape, “the right to an abortion.” Scientific data proves otherwise as the actual percentage of women seeking an abortion who could qualify for that exemption is reportedly less than one percent.

Reports indicate that Harris attended a meeting of President Biden’s Nation Security team via secure internet. President Biden was at a separate campaign event in Scranton, Pennsylvania at the time.


By Sharon

BRENTWOOD—On Saturday, February 24, the Los Angeles Fire Department reported via an alert at 7 p.m. a hazardous condition near 1445 N Bundy Dr. LAFD received a 9-1-1 call due to concern a hillside near homes may be slipping/moving.

Firefighters were in close communication with residents in the immediate area (approximately five homes in the vicinity). There is currently no evacuation order. There is no widespread or escalating hazard.

Fire crews left the incident after investigating. Building and Safety performed an initial assessment and will be sending out a specialist within two days for an additional slope assessment.

Responders on scene were in close communication with residents, explaining the situation and findings. No official evacuation order was given. No reported injuries. Additional questions are referred to LA Department of Building and Safety. There are no additional details to report at this time, noted LAFD Spokesperson Nicholas Prange.

By Trevor

BRENTWOOD—On February 8, Los Angeles County officials notified the that public post-storm recovery efforts had begun. EMS officials are currently surveying the damages caused by the storm.  City workers are on the streets cleaning up debris from the storms.

Reports indicate that at least 59,000 people in Los Angeles County lost power during the torrential rains. In addition, there were 475 reported mudslides, at least a dozen fires, and close to 400 fallen trees. This is only what was reported to city officials.

On February 6, road crews assisted in the removal of a eucalyptus tree that fell on a house on Bundy Drive taking the power lines with it.

On February 7, the Los Angeles Department of Public Health notified the public to stay off of area beaches due to an 8 million gallon raw sewage spill in the area of the Dominguez Channel.

On February 17, Dr. Katherine Pease is leading a beach clean-up effort at Cabrillo Beach. More information may be found on her website.

The following statement is by the Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors Chairwoman, Lindsay Horvath:

“As we begin the recovery process, Los Angeles County is here to support the renters, homeowners, and businesses impacted by the storm.”

In expectation of the storm, Horvath had made a separate statement at the time of the city’s proclamation:

“Los Angeles County is taking action to protect our communities during the storm and to recover from any impacts that may result. This emergency declaration allows us to move quickly to deploy resources, and it aligns with Governor Newsom’s order issued today. The State, County, and the 88 cities of Los Angeles County are working together to keep everyone informed, prepared, and safe. Thank you for staying inside and off the roads.”

By Sharon

BRENTWOOD—On October 17, Vice President Harris traveled home to her Brentwood estate causing a halt in traffic on the 405 freeway as she traveled to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX).

Journalist and former reporter for KNBC4 News, Rosa Valle-Lopez tweeted:

“We’re stuck on the 405 Freeway near the Getty. KNX Radio reporting VP Kamala Harris is in town. Making her way to LAX. Avoid the 405!”

Second Husband, Doug Emhoff may have traveled with Harris, who posted a photo of the second couple on her X page and tweeted: “Happy Birthday, Dougie. There’s no one I’d rather be with on this journey called life,” four days ago.

According to his White House webpage, Emhoff is noted as visiting 32 states, two native nations, and seven countries.

Vice President Harris traveled into Flagstaff, Arizona for the Fight for our Freedoms College Tour at Northern Arizona University (NAU). Staffers announced delays at the onset of the tour due to a 30-minute power outage. The Secretary of Education, Miguel Cardona, and Arizona Attorney General, Kris Mayes were also in attendance for the tour.

A June 2023 NBC poll indicated 49 percent of voters disapproved of Harris compared with 32 percent with a positive perception of the Vice President. While the Vice President’s approval ratings continue to decline in the rest of the United States, Harris has a following in her home state of California.

Governor Gavin Newsom recently appointed Harris supporter, Laphonza Butler to serve in the recently vacated Senator Dianne Feinstein’s position until the November 2024 election. Newsom is a friend to the VP and Second Husband. Reports indicate that Butler may have let some of her own staff go, while spending millions in support of VP Harris.

By Sharon

BRENTWOOD—On Monday, May 8 residents of the 25 floor Barrington Plaza high rise apartment building were given a 120-day notice to vacate their properties.

“According to the property manager Douglas Emmett, the real estate investment plans to implement $300 million worth of safety upgrades to the old buildings over the next several years such as a fire sprinkler system,” CBS news stated.

The property was built in 1961. New properties requiring mandatory fire safety sprinklers has been in place since 1974.

French student Jeremy Bru, 19, was killed in a fire at the Barrington Plaza in January 2020. The fire also injured 11 people.

The city said Barrington Plaza is one of 55 residential high-rise buildings in Los Angeles lacking fire sprinkler systems.

“The timing couldn’t be worse and I am certainly sensitive to where we are with the housing crisis,” stated Los Angeles Councilwoman Traci Park.

“Yesterday, I got all these papers and I said Oh my god, I had no idea that this was happening” 94 year old Emma Schmole told CBS news.

“We were literally planning to stay there until we died if need be, given that it was rent stabilized” Andrew Rahm stated to ABC7.

Residents will need to vacate their properties by September 5. A total of 578 units were issued letters to leave their properties. The plaza contains three high rise buildings and 712 apartments.

Officials stated tenants can meet with relocation services and are eligible for relocation compensation.

By Rob

BRENTWOOD—Angela Lansbury’s Brentwood Spanish style home at 635 North Bonhill sold on April 24. Lansbury purchased the home with husband Peter Shaw in 1985 for $925,000. It was the primary residence of the actress and her husband since she purchased the property. The home was listed for $4.495 million in early April.

“The approximately 3,700 sq. ft. home offers 4 bedrooms and 4 baths and is set on just under half-an-acre. The natural tones of the terracotta roof continue throughout the home with terracotta tile floors and vaulted wood ceilings. Skylights and large windows throughout the home provide an abundance of natural light to create a warm and welcoming atmosphere,” stated partridgeestates.com in the homes listing.

Angela Lansbury, who is a native of London, is best known for playing amateur detective Jessica Fletcher in the murder mystery series “Murder, She Wrote.” The show ran for 12 seasons from 1984 to 1996 and had a total of 264 episodes. She won the Golden Globe Award for Best Actress in a Drama Series four times. The show won the Golden Globe Award For Best Television Drama Series twice.

Lansbury starred in plays and films prior to appearing in “Murder She Wrote.” In 1991, she voiced Mrs. Potts in the Disney musical “Beauty and the Beast.”

Her husband, actor and producer Peter Shaw died as a result of a heart attack in 2003. He was 84.

“Neither she nor my father came from money, and they appreciated everything they had,” Lansbury’s daughter Deidre Shaw told the Wall Street Journal. “A lot of big stars these days, they forget. But they never did,” Shaw added.

Lansbury passed away in the home in October 2022 five days before her 97th birthday.

By Rob

BRENTWOOD—It was reported on Monday, April 24 that actor Jim Carrey’s reduced the price of his Brentwood property from $28.9 million to $26.5 million.

The 61 year-old Canadian’s home is 12,700 square feet and has 6 bedrooms. The home has formal living and dining rooms near the center hall entry, with fireplaces.

There is an Art Deco movie theatre with distinct sofas and a burl wood snack area. The property includes a gym, home office, gourmet kitchen and family room. There is also a barbecue in the kitchen.

Carrey first moved to Hollywood in 1983 and started performing at the comedy club. He appeared on the FOX comedy sketch series “In Living Color” alongside Keenan Ivory Wayans and Daman Wayans. He starred alongside Cameron Diaz in “The Mask” in 1994. That same year, he starred alongside Jeff Daniels in the comedy “Dumb And Dumber.”

“The Truman Show” and “Man on the Moon” in the late 90s demonstrated Carrey’s ability to act in dramas. “Jim & Andy: The Great Beyond,” a 2017 documentary showcased Carrey’s method acting process while playing Andy Kaufman in “Man on The Moon.”

Carrey’s latest release, “Sonic The Hedgehog 2” was released in 2022, and is currently streaming on Paramount Plus.

By Rob

BRENTWOOD—On Tuesday, April 11, images appeared online confirming that actress Betty White’s former home has been demolished. The property was sold for $10.678 million in June 2022.

According to the Wall Street Journal, White purchased the home with her then husband Allen Ludden in 1968. She lived there for more than 50 years. She passed away on December 31, 2021, before her 100th birthday. The home had 5 bedrooms and 6 bathrooms and was a total of 3000 square feet.

White appeared on various talks shows and game shows in the 1960s. She made regular appearances on miniseries, TV movies and appeared on “The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson” in the 1970s.

From 1985 to 1992, White played Rose Nylund in the TV series “The Golden Girls.” The sitcom ran for 7 seasons and followed four elderly women as they navigated life together. In the 1980s, White became the first woman to win a Daytime Emmy Award for Outstanding Gameshow Host for the show “Just Men.”

She was a reoccurring guest star in a number of TV series and soap operas in the 1990s. Including “The Bold And the Beautiful” and “Suddenly Susan.” White also co-starred in the comedy “The Proposal” alongside Ryan Reynolds and Sandra Bullock in 2009.

From 1945-1981, White was married three times. Her final marriage was to actor and gameshow host Ludden. The couple were married from 1963 until Ludden’s death in 1981. Ludden had three children from a previous marriage.

By Rob

BRENTWOOD—The Los Angeles Fire Department responded to a call regarding a 19-year-old, mountain bike hiker who was stranded at 3387 Mandeville Canyon Rd., at 1:23 p.m. on Wednesday, October 6.

LAFD Air Ops arrived on the scene and located the hiker. His wounds were assessed by medics and diagnosed with non-life-threatening injuries.

Special rescue equipment was utilized to initiate a hoist operation, which was handled via airlift in a helicopter. The hiker was then transported to an area hospital for treatment.

No further information has been disclosed to the public.

By Anita

BEVERLY HILLS—The city of Beverly Hills indicated in a press release that the Los Angeles County Department of Public Health (LACDPH) will issue a new Health Officer Order that requires customers to show proof of their COVID-19 vaccination prior to entering indoor bars, wineries, breweries, nightclubs and lounges.

Under the modified Order, employees and customers are required to have at least one vaccine dose by October 7 and both doses by November 4.

The New Health Officer Order will require workers and attendees at outdoor mega events (consisting of crowds over 10,000 people) to show proof of vaccination or a negative COVID-19 test taken within 72 hours before working or attending the event.

Attendees at indoor mega events are already required to show proof of vaccination or a negative test prior to entry. These requirements will also apply to theme parks within the county.

While not required, LACDPH also recommends vaccine verification at indoor portions of restaurants to reduce transmission risk.

This announcement impacts businesses in the City of Beverly Hills. When available, theupdated Health Officer Order can be viewed at beverlyhills.org/coronavirus.

To find the nearest vaccination site, visit VaccinateLACounty.com or beverlyhills.org/covidvaccine. For questions about business impacts from the new Health Office Order, email businessrecovery@beverlyhills.org.

To stay updated on the latest COVID-19 news, visit beverlyhills.org/coronavirus or call the City’s COVID-19 Hotline Monday-Friday from 9:30 a.m. – 6 p.m. at 310-550-4680.

By Donald

BRENTWOOD—A homeless man was taken into custody by deputies from the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department for allegedly stabbing another homeless man to death after trying to stop a domestic assault between the suspect and his girlfriend on Wednesday, September 15. The incident transpired at a homeless encampment located in the 11600 blocks of San Vicente near the West Los Angeles Veterans Affairs Medical Center around 6:40 a.m.

According to the LASD, when authorities arrived on the scene they found the victim, and discovered he suffered at least one stab wound. He was taken to a hospital, where he was pronounced deceased. The name of the victim has not yet been disclosed to the public.

There were no reports of any additional injuries. The suspect was transported to a hospital for a medical assessment before he was booked into custody by the LASD. Authorities did not report any weapon at the scene of the crime.

The name of the suspect has not been disclosed to the public.

By Anita

BRENTWOOD—The Los Angeles Fire Rescue Team Air Ops Division responded to a 9-1-1 call regarding two uninjured hikers stranded on 1501 Umeo Road Saturday, September 4 at 7:32 p.m.

When the Air Rescue Unit arrived at the location, both hikers were incapable of moving through the terrain, due to limited visibility.

The rescue team used special equipment for a hoist operation then proceeded with a land transfer with the assistance of ground units to transport the hikers back to their car.

No further details are available currently.

By Anita

BRENTWOOD—A two-car accident occurred on the 405 freeway on Wednesday, September 1 at 2:32 p.m. involving a pool cleansing vehicle on the northbound on-ramp at The Skirball Cultural Center, near the Getty Center.

The pool cleaning vehicle lost roughly 30 gallons of chlorine powder and acid. To limit the amount of hazardous waste spreading throughout the air, an absorbent substance was distributed across the highway where the spill occurred. No production of hazardous gas fumes were detected, which can transpire during a chemical spill.

The LAFD HazMat Team was dispatched to the location to manage protocols concerning the chemical spill and assuring no hazards. There were no reports of any injuries during the incident.

The California Highway Patrol remained at the scene to direct issues involving traffic.

BRENTWOOD—On Saturday, July 31, at approximately 8:27 a.m., firefighters with the Los Angeles County Fire Department (LAFD) responded to the 2600 block of North Westridge Road in Brentwood for a mountain biker rescue.

“A 37-year-old male mountain biker sustained traumatic injuries in a remote area of Mandeville Canyon,” LAFD spokesman Nicholas Prange said in an official announcement.

LAFD Air Ops lowered a firefighter-paramedic rescuer to provide treatment and prepared the patient for a hoist operation. The LAFD air ambulance transported the patient to a local trauma center for further care.

The condition of the patient was not immediately known at the time of transport.

By Danielle

BRENTWOOD—On Tuesday, August 3, at approximately 1:27 p.m., firefighters with the Los Angeles County Fire Department (LAFD) responded to the 16200 block of West Mulholland Drive about a reported brush fire.

Upon arrival, firefighters found approximately one-quarter acre of heavy brush burning, with a light wind.

“Twenty-four LAFD firefighters held the fire burning in heavy brush to one-quarter acre in 25 minutes, protecting nearby schools, a church, and homes,” said LAFD Spokesman Nicholas Prange in an official announcement.

LAFD volunteer firefighters continued to improve containment lines around the perimeter of the extinguished fire’s footprint. Crews remained on the scene to make sure there were no hot spots remaining. There were no reported injuries or structure damage and the cause of the fire is still under investigation.

By Danielle

BRENTWOOD–On Friday, February 5, the U.S. Department of Justice announced that Navid Vahedi, 41, of Brentwood, pleaded guilty to one count of conspiracy to commit health care fraud and payment of illegal remunerations. Vahedi also entered a guilty plea to the offense on behalf of his business, Fusion Rx Compounding Pharmacy.

Fusion Rx was a provider of compounded drugs, which are products doctors may prescribe when the FDA-approved alternative does not meet the needs of a patient. In their plea agreements, Vahedi and Fusion Rx admitted routing millions of dollars in kickback payments through the businesses of two marketers to steer prescriptions for compounded drugs to Fusion Rx.

Vahedi and the two marketers provided physicians with preprinted prescription script pads that offered “check-the-box” options on the form to maximize the amount of insurance reimbursement for the compounded drugs. From May 2014 to February 2016, Fusion Rx received approximately $14 million in reimbursements on its claims for compounded drug prescriptions.

Fusion Rx was obligated to collect co-payments from patients as part of contracts with various insurance networks. According to court documents, Fusion Rx did not collect co-payments with any regularity and, in other instances, it provided gift cards to patients to offset the amount of the copayments. Vahedi directed Fusion Rx funds to be used to purchase American Express gift cards, which were then used to make copayments for certain prescriptions without the patients’ knowledge after an audit raised concerns that Fusion Rx’s failure to collect copayments would be discovered. Fusion Rx later submitted claims on these prescriptions falsely representing that patients had paid the required copayments.

Vahedi and Fusion Rx have agreed to pay restitution related to the copayment reimbursement part of the scheme, which is estimated to be $4,405,926. Vahedi also agreed to forfeit $1,338,511 in addition to his obligation under the plea agreement.

Fusion Rx has also agreed to pay a fine sufficient to divest itself of all its remaining assets and Vahedi has agreed to have his pharmacist license revoked. Both Fusion Rx and Vahedi will be excluded from federal health care programs such as Medicaid and Medicare going forward.

A sentencing hearing is scheduled for June 28, in which Vahedi will face a maximum sentence of five years in federal prison.

By Danielle

BRENTWOOD— On Saturday, January 9, 2021, A 37-year-old Brentwood man died from multiple stab wounds at his home on Dainty Avenue. Brian A. Bickman died in his house at 800 block on Dainty Avenue shortly around 9:43 a.m.

His son, a minor, was the suspect of the crime. An altercation between the two ultimately resulted in the death of the father. The father was transported to a local hospital where he died from his injuries. The suspect fled the scene by foot, but was detained by police a short distance away. The suspect is in juvenile hall in Martinez and charged with murder. Because of his age, his name can not be released.

The Brentwood Police Department (BPD) released a statement saying, “The son was ultimately arrested and charged with murder. The weapon used during the incident was recovered.” According to Fire Marshal Steve Aubert, Bickman suffered multiple stab wounds to the torso, resulting in excessive blood loss. Bickman was sent to the emergency department at Sutter Delta Medical Center in Antioch.

The BPD also stated, “Our deepest condolences go out to the family and friends impacted by the victim’s untimely death.” Anyone with information regarding this ongoing investigation is asked to contact Detective Jordan Sares at 925-809-7733.

By janette Fu

BRENTWOOD—NBA player Blake Griffin, who currently plays for the Detroit Pistons has purchased a mansion in Brentwood for about $5.9 million. The 31-year-old Oklahoma native bought the property from Jordana Leigh, the represented seller working with Rodeo Realty, while Ron Smith and David Berg from Smith & Berg Partners at Compass represented Griffin in the transaction.

The home has 5 bedrooms, 5.5 baths and is 5,893 square feet and sites on a 0.53 acre lot. It is 155.59 percent more expensive than other properties in the region, with the median price being $2,299,000. The single family home was built in 1936 and costs $997 per square foot.

The home has a  kitchen furnished with Brazilian granite, custom cabinets, a Viking range, Bosch dishwashers, and a family room with a fireplace and tall windows. Off the living room are media and billiard rooms. Additionally, there is a private terrace and covered seating with another fireplace.

The pool has a waterfall along with a spa. The guest suite has its own patio overlooking the area, and the upstairs has a grand master bedroom with another fireplace and three walk-in closets. Other amenities include a gym, a place to play pool, and wine cellar.

Griffin started playing in the NBA with the Los Angeles Clippers in 2009. He was signed to the Detroit Pistons in 2018. Some most notable achievements include the John R. Wooden Award (2009), the NBA Rookie of the Year Award (2011), the NBA All Rookie Team (2011), and Best Breakthrough Athlete in 2011 at the ESPY Awards.

By Janette Fu