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Firm restarting pipeline involved in Orange County oil spill

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 16:37:48 GMT

An offshore pipeline involved in a 2021 oil spill that fouled Southern California beaches is being put back in service, the operator said.Amplify Energy Corp. said Monday that it received approval from federal regulatory agencies to restart operations and last weekend began the process of filling the pipeline, which is expected to take about two weeks.“Following the line fill process, the pipeline will be operated in accordance with the restart procedures that were reviewed and approved by the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration,” the Houston-based company said in a press release.The pipeline carries oil to shore from platforms in San Pedro Bay, near the Los Angeles and Long Beach harbors.Amplify Energy recently announced a settlement with companies associated with two ships it accused of dragging anchors and striking the pipeline during a January 2021 storm, leading to the spill of 25,000 gallons (94,600 liters) of crude oil months later.“The ...

Hollywood writers begin vote on strike authorization

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 16:37:48 GMT

It's been 16 years since the writers' strike of 2007 halted television and film production across the industry, but the possibility of a work stoppage is back again.Starting Tuesday and going through April 17, members of the Writers Guild of America are voting to authorize a possible strike with movie and television producers. If approved, it would go into effect once the current contract ends on May 1.Writers claim that the rise of streaming has cut into their average wages and job security. As streamers cut costs, TV shows — and residuals — vanish According to a WGA survey cited by the Los Angeles Times, half of the writers on television series earn scale — the minimum rate paid weekly or per episode. Ten years ago, that figure was 33%.“While the companies are making billions of dollars, spending more and more on streaming, writers are making less and less. That’s untenable. It’s unsustainable,” Chris Keyser, co-chair of the negotiating committee, said, according to the Tim...

Two Motorists Killed in Head-On Crash on South Nohl Ranch Road [Anaheim, CA]

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 16:37:48 GMT

Two-Vehicle Crash on East Serrano Avenue Left Two Dead, Two InjuredANAHEIM, CA (April 11, 2023) – Early Sunday morning, a head-on rollover crash on South Nohl Ranch Road left two drivers dead.The collision happened at around 12:24 a.m., at the intersection of South Nohl Ranch Road and East Serrano Avenue.According to reports, two vehicles collided head-on in the area. Upon arrival, police discovered an overturned Toyota Prius and a Lexus sedan with significant front-end damage.Following the crash, Anaheim Fire & Rescue declared the two involved drivers dead at the scene. Their identities have not been disclosed to the public.Meanwhile, paramedics transported two other passengers to a hospital for treatment of unspecified injuries. It was unclear which car the passengers were occupying at the time of the crash.At this time, authorities suspect drugs or alcohol as a factor that contributed to the incident.Anaheim Officials will provide more information about the South Nohl R...

Benjamin F Scileppui Involved in Fatal Motorcycle Collision on Highway 1 [Monterey County, CA]

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 16:37:48 GMT

Motorcycle Versus SUV Crash at Point Sur Left Miranda Man DeadMONTEREY COUNTY, CA (April 11, 2023) – Wednesday morning, Benjamin F Scileppui was involved in a fatal two-vehicle crash on Highway 1.At about 6:12 a.m., a motorcyclist in a Harley Davidson headed south on Highway 1 to Naval Facility at Point Sur.Simultaneously, a 2020 GMC Sierra 2500 turned left towards northbound Hwy 1, colliding with the rider.Responding medical personnel declared the male motorcyclist from Miranda dead at the scene. At this time, his name has not been released, pending notification from next of kin.Authorities identified the GMC driver as 53-year-old Benjamin F Scileppui of Eagle Point, Oregon.The California Highway Patrol Monterey Office will lead the investigation. Police stated that they do not suspect alcohol and drugs to be a factor in the motorcycle crash.Monterey County Officials encourage anyone with further information regarding the incident to contact them as soon as possible.Sweet Jam...

Operator Killed in Crane Accident on Las Flores Canyon Road [Malibu, CA]

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 16:37:48 GMT

Crane Operator Dead after Crane Accident on Las Flores Canyon near Gorge RoadMALIBU, CA (April 11, 2023) – Wednesday evening, a crane accident on Las Flores Canyon Road claimed the life of its operator.The incident happened around 5:30 p.m. near Las Flores Canyon and Gorge Road, a mile north of Pacific Coast Highway.According to reports, a crane toppled over at a worksite. As a result, the operator of the crane became trapped between power lines. Firefighters responded at the scene and waited for the power lines to be cut off before approaching the crane.Following the operator’s extrication, medics pronounced him dead. The operator’s identity has not been released to the public.At this time, the circumstances that led up to the crane accident remain unclear. Reports indicate that Southern California Edison also responded to the scene.Malibu Officials shut down the Pacific Coast Highway from Las Flores Canyon Road to Hume Road as crews clear out the scene.No words can men...

Brian Carlton Killed in Motorcycle-Auto Collision on 405 Freeway [Culver City, CA]

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 16:37:48 GMT

Motorcycle Crash Near Venice Boulevard Kills 30-Year-Old Los Angeles ManCULVER CITY, CA (April 11, 2023) – Sunday morning, a motorcycle-auto collision along the San Diego (405) Freeway claimed the life of Brian Carlton.CHP and Culver City Fire responded to the incident around 12:56 a.m. along the northbound 405, just south of Venice Boulevard.Upon arrival, officials learned that a motorcyclist collided with another vehicle, ejecting the rider from the motorcycle.At the same time, the other vehicle caught on fire. Reports said the driver managed to exit the vehicle without injuries.At around 1:07 a.m., authorities declared the motorcyclist dead at the scene. Later, the Los Angeles County coroner’s office identified the deceased rider as 30-year-old Brian Carlton of Los Angeles.In the end, officials issued a SigAlert to close down all northbound lanes of 405 Freeway and to divert traffic into Washington Boulevard. All lanes reopened around 4:30 a.m.Culver City Officials continue...

Deshaun Lowe Hurt after Car Crashes into House near McKinley Avenue [Fresno, CA]

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 16:37:48 GMT

Driver Wanted after Car Crashes to Home in Central FresnoFRESNO, CA (April 11, 2023) – Saturday night, a car crashed into a home, leaving Deshaun Lowe injured.The incident occurred on March 18th, at around 9:30 p.m., near McKinley Avenue and Millbrook Avenue.According to reports, a yellow Chevrolet Camaro plowed into a home for reasons that are currently unclear. Lowe, who was home playing video games at the time, became trapped under the debris. The occupants of the vehicle got out of the car, helped to free Lowe, and then fled the scene. Lowe managed to only sustain minor injuries in the crash.At this time, the police are still working to identify the driver who could face felony hit-and-run charges. Additionally, neighbors claimed that drivers are known to do donuts around the intersection.The local authorities encourage anyone with additional information about the hit-and-run on McKinley Avenue to contact them as soon as possible.The Victoria Cowings, Deshaun Lowe’s ...

Lethal Amounts’ Mondo Trasho Easter with John Waters and Peaches

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 16:37:48 GMT

John Waters and Peaches at the Madonna Inn–  could there be a more trashtastic trio? This past Easter Weekend, Lethal Amounts pushed the limits of camp culture presenting an Easter gathering to remember full of flashy bunnies and glam chicks. Celebrating the official 50th-anniversary Criterion Collection screening of Pink Flamingos, the event offered Waters and star Mink Stole doing a live commentary during the screening and a Q&A.⁠ Peaches capped off the flamboyant fun with a live performance and DJ Rose Knows spun party jams. For more info on Lethal Amounts’ events and new storefront in Little Tokyo, click here. All photos in this slideshow by Brigham-Aldrich, Farah Sosa and Jessica Comcreif.XXXX Read LA Weekly’s interviews with John Waters and Peaches, both from last year, below.John Waters Dishes on Expanding his Twisted Universe with new Novel LiarmouthPeaches Still Teaches            &n...

An Angry Samoan and a Weirdo Walk into a Bar

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 16:37:48 GMT

An Angry Samoan and a Weirdo Walk into a Bar: Yeah, the Weirdos is one of those bands with multiple versions, which is a bit annoying but what are you gonna do? There’s the band simply called the Weirdos, with John Denny and Bruce “Ravens” Moreland on the ranks. Then there’s this one — Roman’s Weirdos, led by Cliff Roman hence the name Roman’s Weirdos.In light of the fact that another Weirdo, Dix Denney, just passed away, you’d like to think that they could get their shit together. But for now, this is the situation.Similarly but differently, there’s a band out there called Angry Samoan (singular), while former Angry Samoans guitarist Gregg Turner is out there playing as the Gregg Turner Group.Along with the Unclaimed, they play Long Beach on Friday, Ventura on Saturday and L.A. on Sunday. And here’s the thing — no matter who is and isn’t in the groups, their songs are strong enough to make this a show worth see...

Union City man charged with murder in frying pan homicide

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 16:37:48 GMT

UNION CITY — Alameda County prosecutors have charged a man with murder in connection with the death of a man who was so badly beaten it took police nearly two weeks to identify him.Brandon Kong, 48, was charged with murdering Jason Deleon. He remains jailed on a no-bail hold, and is due in court on April 20 to enter a plea, court records show.Deleon was beaten to death on March 11, at a homeless encampment along railroad tracks between 33375 Central Avenue and 33390 Transit Avenue in Union City, police say. Eyewitnesses later reported that his assailant hit him with a frying pan and strangled him with a bungee cord before forcing him into another person’s tent. When police arrived, he was so badly beaten that his face was unrecognizable, police said in court records.Authorities interviewed people who lived at the encampment and learned that Kong had accused Deleon of stealing, and that the two had prior arguments leading up to the homicide.Kong was arrested in late March...