Wanda Dee, the first female DJ in hip-hop, overcame resistance to become a pioneer in the male-dominated industry. Shell join legends like Big Daddy Kane and Kool Moe Dee at Eric Floyds Legends of Hip-Hop show, celebrating the first generation of hip-hop stars. Dees influence extends beyond DJing, as she was the first female rapper to go platinum with her song Blue Eyes in 1986.

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Intuit secures naming rights for LA Olympics venue, marking a first for the Games. The company, known for tax and business software, will sponsor the Intuit Dome, home of the LA Clippers, during the 2028 Olympics. This deal, along with others, is expected to bring in significant funds, potentially adding millions to the Games budget. Intuit also becomes a founding partner, offering free tax prep for US athletes and expanding financial education programs in LA.

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Join us for a thrilling dive into high school basketball scores from Thursdays City and Southern Section games. Boys City Section saw Gertz-Resslers 78-32 victory and Wilmington Bannings 65-19 win. Southern Sections Redlands East Valley dominated with a 95-43 score. Girls City Section featured Bernsteins 49-13 triumph and RFK Communitys 57-11 victory. Southern Sections Calvary Baptist and Dos Pueblos secured commanding wins. Stay tuned for more local sports updates.

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SoCal Regionals: Intense Semifinals, Exciting Finals AheadThe SoCal Regionals for high school boys water polo saw thrilling semifinals, with top-seeded teams dominating. In Division One, Newport Harbor defeated Oaks Christian 12-7, while San Diego Cathedral upset La Jolla 10-9. Division Twos Bishops team secured a 19-6 victory over Carlsbad, and Santana won 24-10 against Capistrano Valley. Division Threes Temecula Valley beat Cleveland 12-7, and Charter Oak advanced after a 16-14 win against Mar Vista. The finals are set for this Saturday at Mount San Antonio College, with Newport Harbor vs. San Diego Cathedral in Division One at 4 PM, Santana vs. Bishops in Division Two at 2:30 PM, and Charter Oak vs. Temecula Valley in Division Three at 1 PM.

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Heavy rain in Los Angeles causes a dramatic incident as a tree falls onto a moving car, crushing a portion of the vehicle. The driver escapes unharmed, but the road remains blocked. The incident underscores the dangers of severe weather in urban areas, urging drivers to exercise caution and stay informed about local weather advisories.

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Heavy rainfall in Los Angeles causes significant flooding in Palms neighborhood parking garage, submerging vehicles and requiring fire department intervention. No injuries reported, but the extent of damage and duration of cleanup efforts remain uncertain.

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A powerful water geyser erupted in Tarzana early Friday morning, causing significant damage and traffic disruptions. The geyser, caused by a sheared fire hydrant, collapsed a gas station awning and flooded a major intersection. No injuries were reported, but the area remains hazardous and partially blocked as authorities manage the aftermath.

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Rancho Palos Verdes residents brace for third storm in a week amid ongoing landslide concerns

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Joshua Tree National Park faces devastating fire loss, threatening iconic Joshua trees survival. Staff shortages hinder restoration efforts, with only a fraction of damaged trees expected to resprout. Conservationists stress active management for climate change resilience, while a land trust grows thousands of young Joshua trees for future restoration.

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A hit-and-run in Los Angeles led to a dramatic scene at Ventura and Reseda boulevards, where a fire hydrant sheared off, causing a geyser of water that collapsed a gas station awning and damaged a gas pump. Despite the chaos, no injuries were reported. The intersection was closed for cleanup and repairs.

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