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07/22/2025

🎸 Ozzy Osbourne (1948–2025): The Prince of Darkness Rises Beyond

Iconic heavy-metal frontman Ozzy Osbourne has died at 76, his family announced on July 22, 2025. He passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by family, after a groundbreaking career with Black Sabbath and as a solo artist, even amidst health challenges including Parkinson’s disease.

• Co-founded Black Sabbath in 1968, pioneering heavy metal with timeless hits like Paranoid, Iron Man, and War Pigs .
• His solo work included Crazy Train, and he remained an icon with memorable stage antics and fierce authenticity .
• Despite battling Parkinson’s, he performed a final “Back to the Beginning” reunion with Sabbath in Birmingham on July 5, his final appearance .
• Survived by wife Sharon, six children, and grandchildren; he leaves an indelible musical legacy .

Ozzy’s influence continues—into his final moments, he defined what it meant to rock and live loudly. 🕶️

07/22/2025

🚨 LAPD Seeks Suspect Who Shot Driver After Car Attack in Hollywood

On Saturday, July 19 around 2 a.m., a man (29-year-old Fernando Ramirez) intentionally drove his vehicle into a crowd outside a nightclub in the 1000 block of North Vermont Avenue, injuring at least 30 people. Ramirez was detained by bystanders and later shot in the back by an unknown individual who fled the scene. He has been booked for assault with a deadly weapon with great bodily injury. No updates yet on his medical status. (canyon‑news.com)

Now, LAPD Hollywood Division is asking for help identifying the shooter, described as:
• Hispanic male, 5′6″–5′7″, 150–170 lbs
• Wearing a blue Dodgers jacket, light‑blue jersey with number “5”
• Blue jeans, goatee, ear gauges
• May be armed with a silver revolver

Anyone with information is urged to contact Detective Audelo at (213) 484‑3451, call 1‑877‑LAPD‑24‑7 after hours, or report anonymously to Crime Stoppers at 1‑800‑222‑TIPS.

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07/22/2025

🎭 Malcolm-Jamal Warner (1970–2025) Passes Away from Drowning in Costa Rica
Malcolm-Jamal Warner, beloved for his role as Theo Huxtable on The Cosby Show, tragically died at 54 on Sunday, July 20, after being caught in a rip current while swimming at Playa Cocles, Limón Province, Costa Rica. Despite efforts from bystanders and first responders, he was pronounced dead at the beach; the official cause was ruled as asphyxia due to drowning .

Warner’s rich career—which included an Emmy nomination for Cosby Show, a Grammy win in 2015, acting roles in Malcolm & Eddie, American Crime Story and The Resident, directing TV episodes, voice work, and co-hosting the Not All Hood podcast—inspired countless fans .

Bill Cosby, a longtime friend and co-star, said Warner’s death reignited painful memories of his own son’s loss, calling the news “heart-wrenching” .

Warner is survived by his wife and daughter. He will be deeply missed for his talent, warmth, and the impact he made both on-screen and behind the scenes. ❤️

07/21/2025

🧡 West Hollywood Joins National Night Out on August 5!
Mark your calendars! On Tuesday, August 5 from 3–9 p.m., West Hollywood neighborhoods will host block parties, barbecues, live entertainment, and more as part of the 42nd Annual National Night Out—a nationwide campaign promoting community-police partnerships and safer neighborhoods .

Here are local events to attend:
• West Hollywood West: Sherbourne Dr & Ashcroft Ave, 6–8 p.m.
• Heights: Horn Plaza (1230 Horn Ave), 7–9 p.m.
• Cynthia Sunset Watch: Hammond St (Vista Grande–Cynthia), 6–8:30 p.m.
…plus more across the city including the West Hollywood Gateway and Movie-in-the-Park at Plummer Park .

Events are free and open to all—no registration required. Street closures will be limited. Connect, celebrate, and show that WeHo communities stand together! For more details, visit www.weho.org/nno or contact Public Safety at (323) 848‑6414 .

On Tuesday, August 5, 2025, West Hollywood residents will gather on neighborhood streets in a show of unity against crime. Events such as block parties, barbecues, live entertainment, and more will take place throughout the City.

07/19/2025

📢 Malibu Council Eases Temporary Use and Sign Permit Rules

On July 14, the Malibu City Council unanimously approved updates to their TUP and sign permit ordinances to help local businesses bounce back from recent fires .

What’s new?
• Small events (under 99 people) only require a quick planning clearance—no public notice or appeal period.
• Applicants must apply at least two days in advance, with no limit on the number of events.
• Larger events (up to 250 people) also benefit from reduced red tape.
• These changes have no fiscal impact and are tied to the city’s emergency declaration.

This move aims to support economic recovery and restore local activity for affected businesses.

07/19/2025

💔 Three LASD Deputies Killed in Explosion at Training Facility

On Friday morning, July 18, an explosion occurred at the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department’s Biscailuz Training Center in East L.A., seriously injuring one and tragically killing three veteran deputies from the arson/explosives unit. They were handling unexploded ordnance—reportedly recovered from Santa Monica—during a routine training operation when the blast happened in the parking area with patrol vehicles nearby. 
• The deputies had a combined 74 years of service and this marks the department’s worst single-incident loss of life since 1857 .
• The FBI, ATF, LAPD bomb squad, and L.A. County Fire are assisting; officials say there is no ongoing public threat .
• Sheriff Luna described the loss as heartbreaking; Governor Newsom, AG Bondi, and other leaders have expressed condolences and pledged support .

We’ll continue monitoring for investigation updates.

07/18/2025

🚗🔥 Auto Fire Quickly Extinguished Near Hollywood Hills Strip Mall

On Wednesday, July 16 at 4:49 p.m., an auto fire was reported at 1855 N Argyle Avenue—behind a one-story strip mall housing a doughnut shop. The LAFD arrived promptly, containing the fire to the vehicle with no extension into the building. There were no reported injuries. The cause remains under investigation .