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Petition seeks to halt Big Bear fireworks over eaglets
Fans of Jackie and Shadow, the famous bald eagles of Big Bear Lake, are pictured looking through binoculars, hoping for a chance to see the birds in person. To do so takes patience and an eagle eye. Bald eagle fans from around the country are rallying behind one of Big Bear's most famous families ahead of a planned Fourth of July fireworks show in the Southern California mountain town.
Execution on hold for inmate who forced realtors to strip naked, shot them execution-style
A Georgia board has halted the execution of a death row inmate who attacked two real estate agents at work, forced them to strip naked and shot them execution-style in 2003. Stacey Humphreys, 52, had been set to be executed by lethal injection on Wednesday, Dec. 17, for the double murder of 21-year-old Lori Brown and 33-year-old Cindy Williams, who were killed just before the holidays at a sales office in the Atlanta suburb of Powder Springs.
Business acquaintance of Southern California explosion victim arrested
ALISO VIEJO >> A business acquaintance of the woman killed in a Southern California office building explosion has been arrested on suspicion of possessing an unregistered destructive device, the FBI said Thursday. The arrest of Stephen Beal, 59, followed a search of his Long Beach residence by authorities, FBI spokeswoman Laura Eimiller said in a statement. Eimiller stressed that Beal was not being held in connection with Tuesday’s explosion.
Spreading the force: Oregon boy's Baby Yoda provides boost to Western firefighters
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Beleaguered firefighters in the western United States have a new force on their side: Baby Yoda. A 5-year-old Oregon boy and his grandmother delivered a toy version of the pointy-eared Force user to a donation center for firefighters on Sept.
Spreading the force: Oregon boy's Baby Yoda provides boost to Western firefighters
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Beleaguered firefighters in the western United States have a new force on their side: Baby Yoda. A 5-year-old Oregon boy and his grandmother delivered a toy version of the pointy-eared Force user to a donation center for firefighters on Sept.
Phelps, Ohno open up about suicide, depression in HBO doc
Subscriber content preview August 14, 2020 Phelps, Ohno open up about suicide, depression in HBO doc By AMANDA LEE MYERS Associated Press LOS ANGELES — Athletes Stephen Scherer, Jeret Peterson and Kelly Catlin have two things in common: They all reached their dream of becoming Olympians, and they all died by suicide. Olympians are known for pushing their bodies to the extreme but much less understood are the mental and emotional rigors paving their road to greatness.
Netflix's 'On My Block' cast seeks truth in playing inner-city teens
By Amanda Lee Myers Associated Press Posted3/30/2020 6:00 AM WEST HOLLYWOOD, California -- Cast members of Netflix's "On My Block" say they feel honored to be able to represent teenagers who've long seen themselves portrayed as stereotypes. The show, in its third season, tells the story of a group of black and Latino teens navigating high school and the realities of growing up in inner-city Los Angeles.
'On My Block' cast seeks truth in playing inner-city teens
WEST HOLLYWOOD, Calif. (AP) — Cast members of Netflix’s “On My Block” say they feel honored to be able to represent teenagers who've long seen themselves portrayed as stereotypes. The show in its third season tells the story of a group of black and Latino teens navigating high school and the realities of growing up in inner-city Los Angeles. Critics have praised the comedy-drama for its nuance and care in depicting the four bright, street-savvy friends.
'On My Block' cast seeks truth in playing inner-city teens
WEST HOLLYWOOD, Calif. (AP) — Cast members of Netflix’s “On My Block” say they feel honored to be able to represent teenagers who've long seen themselves portrayed as stereotypes. The show in its third season tells the story of a group of black and Latino teens navigating high school and the realities of growing up in inner-city Los Angeles. Critics have praised the comedy-drama for its nuance and care in depicting the four bright, street-savvy friends.
'On My Block' cast seeks truth in playing inner-city teens
'On My Block' cast seeks truth in playing inner-city teens 1 of 2 This image released by Netflix shows, from left, Jessica Marie Garcia, Sierra Capri, Brett Gray, Diego Tinoco and Jason Genao from the series "On My Block." The series is an honest portrayal of the realities young adults face growing up in inner-city Los Angeles, and critics have praised the comedy-drama's depiction of four bright, street-savvy friends with nuance and care.
'On My Block' cast seeks truth in playing inner-city teens
WEST HOLLYWOOD, Calif. - Cast members of Netflix’s “On My Block” say they feel honoured to be able to represent teenagers who've long seen themselves portrayed as stereotypes. The show in its third season tells the story of a group of black and Latino teens navigating high school and the realities of growing up in inner-city Los Angeles. Critics have praised the comedy-drama for its nuance and care in depicting the four bright, street-savvy friends.
'On My Block' cast seeks truth in playing inner-city teens
'On My Block' cast seeks truth in playing inner-city teens 1 of 2 This image released by Netflix shows, from left, Jessica Marie Garcia, Sierra Capri, Brett Gray, Diego Tinoco and Jason Genao from the series "On My Block." The series is an honest portrayal of the realities young adults face growing up in inner-city Los Angeles, and critics have praised the comedy-drama's depiction of four bright, street-savvy friends with nuance and care.
'On My Block' cast seeks truth in playing inner-city teens
'On My Block' cast seeks truth in playing inner-city teens 1 of 2 This image released by Netflix shows, from left, Jessica Marie Garcia, Sierra Capri, Brett Gray, Diego Tinoco and Jason Genao from the series "On My Block." The series is an honest portrayal of the realities young adults face growing up in inner-city Los Angeles, and critics have praised the comedy-drama's depiction of four bright, street-savvy friends with nuance and care.
'On My Block' cast seeks truth in playing inner-city teens
'On My Block' cast seeks truth in playing inner-city teens 1 of 2 This image released by Netflix shows, from left, Jessica Marie Garcia, Sierra Capri, Brett Gray, Diego Tinoco and Jason Genao from the series "On My Block." The series is an honest portrayal of the realities young adults face growing up in inner-city Los Angeles, and critics have praised the comedy-drama's depiction of four bright, street-savvy friends with nuance and care.
'On My Block' cast seeks truth in playing inner-city teens
'On My Block' cast seeks truth in playing inner-city teens 1 of 2 This image released by Netflix shows, from left, Jessica Marie Garcia, Sierra Capri, Brett Gray, Diego Tinoco and Jason Genao from the series "On My Block." The series is an honest portrayal of the realities young adults face growing up in inner-city Los Angeles, and critics have praised the comedy-drama's depiction of four bright, street-savvy friends with nuance and care.
'On My Block' cast seeks truth in playing inner-city teens
'On My Block' cast seeks truth in playing inner-city teens 1 of 2 This image released by Netflix shows, from left, Jessica Marie Garcia, Sierra Capri, Brett Gray, Diego Tinoco and Jason Genao from the series "On My Block." The series is an honest portrayal of the realities young adults face growing up in inner-city Los Angeles, and critics have praised the comedy-drama's depiction of four bright, street-savvy friends with nuance and care.
'On My Block' cast seeks truth in playing inner-city teens
'On My Block' cast seeks truth in playing inner-city teens 1 of 2 This image released by Netflix shows, from left, Jessica Marie Garcia, Sierra Capri, Brett Gray, Diego Tinoco and Jason Genao from the series "On My Block." The series is an honest portrayal of the realities young adults face growing up in inner-city Los Angeles, and critics have praised the comedy-drama's depiction of four bright, street-savvy friends with nuance and care.
'On My Block' cast seeks truth in playing inner-city teens
'On My Block' cast seeks truth in playing inner-city teens 1 of 2 This image released by Netflix shows, from left, Jessica Marie Garcia, Sierra Capri, Brett Gray, Diego Tinoco and Jason Genao from the series "On My Block." The series is an honest portrayal of the realities young adults face growing up in inner-city Los Angeles, and critics have praised the comedy-drama's depiction of four bright, street-savvy friends with nuance and care.
'On My Block' cast seeks truth in playing inner-city teens
'On My Block' cast seeks truth in playing inner-city teens 1 of 2 This image released by Netflix shows, from left, Jessica Marie Garcia, Sierra Capri, Brett Gray, Diego Tinoco and Jason Genao from the series "On My Block." The series is an honest portrayal of the realities young adults face growing up in inner-city Los Angeles, and critics have praised the comedy-drama's depiction of four bright, street-savvy friends with nuance and care.
'On My Block' cast seeks truth in playing inner-city teens
WEST HOLLYWOOD, Calif. (AP) - Cast members of Netflix’s “On My Block” say they feel honored to be able to represent teenagers who’ve long seen themselves portrayed as stereotypes. The show in its third season tells the story of a group of black and Latino teens navigating high school and the realities of growing up in inner-city Los Angeles. Critics have praised the comedy-drama for its nuance and care in depicting the four bright, street-savvy friends.
'On My Block' cast seeks truth in playing inner-city teens
'On My Block' cast seeks truth in playing inner-city teens 1 of 2 This image released by Netflix shows, from left, Jessica Marie Garcia, Sierra Capri, Brett Gray, Diego Tinoco and Jason Genao from the series "On My Block." The series is an honest portrayal of the realities young adults face growing up in inner-city Los Angeles, and critics have praised the comedy-drama's depiction of four bright, street-savvy friends with nuance and care.
'On My Block' cast seeks truth in playing inner-city teens
'On My Block' cast seeks truth in playing inner-city teens 1 of 2 This image released by Netflix shows, from left, Jessica Marie Garcia, Sierra Capri, Brett Gray, Diego Tinoco and Jason Genao from the series "On My Block." The series is an honest portrayal of the realities young adults face growing up in inner-city Los Angeles, and critics have praised the comedy-drama's depiction of four bright, street-savvy friends with nuance and care.
'On My Block' cast seeks truth in playing inner-city teens
'On My Block' cast seeks truth in playing inner-city teens 1 of 2 This image released by Netflix shows, from left, Jessica Marie Garcia, Sierra Capri, Brett Gray, Diego Tinoco and Jason Genao from the series "On My Block." The series is an honest portrayal of the realities young adults face growing up in inner-city Los Angeles, and critics have praised the comedy-drama's depiction of four bright, street-savvy friends with nuance and care.
'On My Block' cast seeks truth in playing inner-city teens
'On My Block' cast seeks truth in playing inner-city teens 1 of 2 This image released by Netflix shows, from left, Jessica Marie Garcia, Sierra Capri, Brett Gray, Diego Tinoco and Jason Genao from the series "On My Block." The series is an honest portrayal of the realities young adults face growing up in inner-city Los Angeles, and critics have praised the comedy-drama's depiction of four bright, street-savvy friends with nuance and care.
'On My Block' cast seeks truth in playing inner-city teens
By AMANDA LEE MYERS Updated 3/27/2020 1:27 PM WEST HOLLYWOOD, Calif. -- Cast members of Netflix's 'On My Block' say they feel honored to be able to represent teenagers who've long seen themselves portrayed as stereotypes. The show in its third season tells the story of a group of black and Latino teens navigating high school and the realities of growing up in inner-city Los Angeles. Critics have praised the comedy-drama for its nuance and care in depicting the four bright, street-savvy friends.
'On My Block' cast seeks truth in playing inner-city teens
'On My Block' cast seeks truth in playing inner-city teens 1 of 2 This image released by Netflix shows, from left, Jessica Marie Garcia, Sierra Capri, Brett Gray, Diego Tinoco and Jason Genao from the series "On My Block." The series is an honest portrayal of the realities young adults face growing up in inner-city Los Angeles, and critics have praised the comedy-drama's depiction of four bright, street-savvy friends with nuance and care.
'On My Block' cast seeks truth in playing inner-city teens
'On My Block' cast seeks truth in playing inner-city teens 1 of 2 This image released by Netflix shows, from left, Jessica Marie Garcia, Sierra Capri, Brett Gray, Diego Tinoco and Jason Genao from the series "On My Block." The series is an honest portrayal of the realities young adults face growing up in inner-city Los Angeles, and critics have praised the comedy-drama's depiction of four bright, street-savvy friends with nuance and care.
'On My Block' cast seeks truth in playing inner-city teens
'On My Block' cast seeks truth in playing inner-city teens 1 of 2 This image released by Netflix shows, from left, Jessica Marie Garcia, Sierra Capri, Brett Gray, Diego Tinoco and Jason Genao from the series "On My Block." The series is an honest portrayal of the realities young adults face growing up in inner-city Los Angeles, and critics have praised the comedy-drama's depiction of four bright, street-savvy friends with nuance and care.
'On My Block' cast seeks truth in playing inner-city teens
By AMANDA LEE MYERS, Associated Press WEST HOLLYWOOD, Calif. — Cast members of Netflix’s “On My Block” say they feel honored to be able to represent teenagers who've long seen themselves portrayed as stereotypes. The show in its third season tells the story of a group of black and Latino teens navigating high school and the realities of growing up in inner-city Los Angeles. Critics have praised the comedy-drama for its nuance and care in depicting the four bright, street-savvy friends.
'On My Block' cast seeks truth in playing inner-city teens
Mar. 27, 2020 2:28 PM EDT ‘On My Block’ cast seeks truth in playing inner-city teens By AMANDA LEE MYERS Associated Press AP-TV-On My Block, 1st Ld-Writethru <!– –> Uncredited, ASSOCIATED PRESS WEST HOLLYWOOD, Calif. (AP) — Cast members of Netflix’s “On My Block” say they feel honored to be able to represent teenagers who’ve long seen themselves portrayed as stereotypes.
'On My Block' cast seeks truth in playing inner-city teens
Cast members of Netflix’s “On My Block” say they feel honored to be able to represent teenagers who've long seen themselves portrayed as stereotypes By AMANDA LEE MYERS Associated Press March 27, 2020, 6:27 PM 3 min read This image released by Netflix shows, from left, Jessica Marie Garcia, Sierra Capri, Brett Gray, Diego Tinoco and Jason Genao from the series "On My Block." The series is an honest portrayal of the realities young adults face growing up in inner-city Los Angeles, and critics...
'On My Block' cast seeks truth in playing inner-city teens
WEST HOLLYWOOD, CALIF. -- Cast members of Netflix's "On My Block" say they feel honoured to be able to represent teenagers who've long seen themselves portrayed as stereotypes. The show in its third season tells the story of a group of black and Latino teens navigating high school and the realities of growing up in inner-city Los Angeles. Critics have praised the comedy-drama for its nuance and care in depicting the four bright, street-savvy friends.
'On My Block' cast seeks truth in playing inner-city teens
WEST HOLLYWOOD, Calif. — Cast members of Netflix’s "On My Block" say they feel honoured to be able to represent teenagers who've long seen themselves portrayed as stereotypes. The show in its third season tells the story of a group of black and Latino teens navigating high school and the realities of growing up in inner-city Los Angeles. article continues below Trending Stories Critics have praised the comedy-drama for its nuance and care in depicting the four bright, street-savvy friends.
'On My Block' cast seeks truth in playing inner-city teens
WEST HOLLYWOOD, Calif. (AP) — Cast members of Netflix’s “On My Block” say they feel honored to be able to represent teenagers who've long seen themselves portrayed as stereotypes. The show in its third season tells the story of a group of black and Latino teens navigating high school and the realities of growing up in inner-city Los Angeles. Critics have praised the comedy-drama for its nuance and care in depicting the four bright, street-savvy friends.
'On My Block' cast seeks truth in playing inner-city teens
by Amanda Lee Myers, The Associated Press Posted Mar 27, 2020 11:28 am PDT Last Updated Mar 27, 2020 at 11:36 am PDT This image released by Netflix shows, from left, Jessica Marie Garcia, Sierra Capri, Brett Gray, Diego Tinoco and Jason Genao from the series "On My Block." The series is an honest portrayal of the realities young adults face growing up in inner-city Los Angeles, and critics have praised the comedy-drama's depiction of four bright, street-savvy friends with nuance and care.
'On My Block' cast seeks truth in playing inner-city teens
by Amanda Lee Myers, The Associated Press Posted Mar 27, 2020 12:28 pm MDT Last Updated Mar 27, 2020 at 12:36 pm MDT This image released by Netflix shows, from left, Jessica Marie Garcia, Sierra Capri, Brett Gray, Diego Tinoco and Jason Genao from the series "On My Block." The series is an honest portrayal of the realities young adults face growing up in inner-city Los Angeles, and critics have praised the comedy-drama's depiction of four bright, street-savvy friends with nuance and care.
'On My Block' cast seeks truth in playing inner-city teens
by Amanda Lee Myers, The Associated Press Posted Mar 27, 2020 2:28 pm EDT Last Updated Mar 27, 2020 at 2:30 pm EDT This image released by Netflix shows, from left, Jessica Marie Garcia, Sierra Capri, Brett Gray, Diego Tinoco and Jason Genao from the series "On My Block." The series is an honest portrayal of the realities young adults face growing up in inner-city Los Angeles, and critics have praised the comedy-drama's depiction of four bright, street-savvy friends with nuance and care.
'On My Block' cast seeks truth in playing inner-city teens
by Amanda Lee Myers, The Associated Press Posted Mar 27, 2020 2:20 pm EDT Last Updated Mar 27, 2020 at 2:28 pm EDT This image released by Netflix shows Diego Tinoco, left, and Sierra Capri in a scene from "On My Block." The series is an honest portrayal of the realities young adults face growing up in inner-city Los Angeles, and critics have praised the comedy-drama's depiction of four bright, street-savvy friends with nuance and care. (Kevin Estrada/Netfli via AP) WEST HOLLYWOOD, Calif.
'On My Block' cast seeks truth in playing inner-city teens
by Amanda Lee Myers, The Associated Press Posted Mar 27, 2020 2:20 pm EDT Last Updated Mar 27, 2020 at 2:28 pm EDT This image released by Netflix shows Diego Tinoco, left, and Sierra Capri in a scene from "On My Block." The series is an honest portrayal of the realities young adults face growing up in inner-city Los Angeles, and critics have praised the comedy-drama's depiction of four bright, street-savvy friends with nuance and care. (Kevin Estrada/Netfli via AP) WEST HOLLYWOOD, Calif.
'On My Block' cast seeks truth in playing inner-city teens
'On My Block' cast seeks truth in playing inner-city teens 1 of 2 This image released by Netflix shows, from left, Jessica Marie Garcia, Sierra Capri, Brett Gray, Diego Tinoco and Jason Genao from the series "On My Block." The series is an honest portrayal of the realities young adults face growing up in inner-city Los Angeles, and critics have praised the comedy-drama's depiction of four bright, street-savvy friends with nuance and care.
'On My Block' cast seeks truth in playing inner-city teens
WEST HOLLYWOOD, Calif. — Cast members of Netflix’s "On My Block" say they feel honoured to be able to represent teenagers who've long seen themselves portrayed as stereotypes. The show in its third season tells the story of a group of black and Latino teens navigating high school and the realities of growing up in inner-city Los Angeles. article continues below Trending Stories Critics have praised the comedy-drama for its nuance and care in depicting the four bright, street-savvy friends.
'On My Block' cast seeks truth in playing inner-city teens
WEST HOLLYWOOD, Calif. (AP) — Cast members of Netflix’s “On My Block” say they feel honored to be able to represent teenagers who've long seen themselves portrayed as stereotypes. The show in its third season tells the story of a group of black and Latino teens navigating high school and the realities of growing up in inner-city Los Angeles. Critics have praised the comedy-drama for its nuance and care in depicting the four bright, street-savvy friends.
'Kenobi' series still on despite reports, according to Ewan McGregor
by: AMANDA LEE MYERS, Associated Press Posted: Jan 24, 2020 / 10:42 AM CST / Updated: Jan 24, 2020 / 01:32 PM CST FILE – In this Oct. 29, 2019 file photo, Ewan McGregor attends the LA premiere of “Doctor Sleep” at the Regency Theatre Westwood in Los Angeles. McGregor says any delay in completing work on in his new Obi-Wan Kenobi “Star Wars” series will be brief and is aimed at making the show better.
Actor Ewan McGregor says ‘Star Wars’ TV series still on despite reports
Arts & Entertainment Posted 11:44 AM Updated at 1:28 PM increase font size The actor who portrayed a young Obi-Wan Kenobi addressed trade reports that the Disney Plus series had been placed on hold, during an event promoting his latest film, 'Birds of Prey.' By AMANDA LEE MYERSAssociated Press Share In this Oct. 29, 2019 file photo, Ewan McGregor attends the LA premiere of "Doctor Sleep" at the Regency Theatre Westwood in Los Angeles.
Jack Quaid of 'The Boys' proves he's not an entitled jerk
LOS ANGELES — If you’re an actor, and your parents just happen to be Meg Ryan and Dennis Quaid, you may have to get used to movie makers assuming that you’re an entitled jerk. Jack Quaid says that just means he has to work harder to prove them wrong. The 27-year-old Quaid is quick to point out that he’s been a very lucky man before he’ll get into the stereotypes about the sons and daughters of very famous people.
Actress Florence Pugh owns the year
LOS ANGELES — By the end of 2019 on big screens across the globe, actress Florence Pugh will have body-slammed a famous wrestler in “Fighting with My Family,” screamed her lungs out after getting caught up in a violent Swedish cult in “Midsommar,” and tromped around New England in a Victorian hoop skirt with the three other March sisters in “Little Women.” Each performance has garnered more critical acclaim than the last, and cemented the 23-year-old Pugh as an actress on the rise.
Five hikes to avoid the crowds at Yosemite
Subscriber content preview December 6, 2019 Five hikes to avoid the crowds at Yosemite By AMANDA LEE MYERS Associated Press The relatively easy climb of Sentinel Dome rewards visitors with plenty of serenity as well as 360-degree views of the valley, including El Capitan. YOSEMITE NATIONAL PARK, Calif. — Dappled sunlight kisses the valley floor of Yosemite National Park. Granite monoliths, gushing waterfalls and giant sequoias abound. The wilderness is calling. . . .
Jane Seymour on finding new love in her mid-60s: No Tinder | Celebrities | Journal Gazette
This Oct. 6, 2019 photo shows actress Jane Seymour posing at The Four Seasons Hotel in Los Angeles to promote her role in "The Kominsky Method." (Photo by Rebecca Cabage/Invision/AP) Wednesday, November 27, 2019 10:30 am AMANDA LEE MYERS | Associated Press LOS ANGELES – Jane Seymour was in her mid-60s when her husband of 20 years decided it was over. The actress was floored.
John Legend on abortion law boycotts
By Martel Sharpe | on June 12, 2019 By Amanda Lee Myers | Associated Press John Legend performs “Preach” at the iHeartRadio Music Awards at the Microsoft Theater in Los Angeles. Legend says Hollywood should consider boycotting Georgia, Louisiana, Alabama and other states that pass restrictive abortion laws.
Manson follower Van Houten gets another chance at parole
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Charles Manson follower Leslie Van Houten is getting another chance at freedom following a yearslong saga that has seen a parole board recommend her for release three times but her ultimately being denied the chance to leave prison. Van Houten's case is being heard before California's 2nd District Court of Appeal, which will consider whether to overturn a judge's ruling denying her parole last year.
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