Pharrell Williams Threatens To Sue President Trump Over Use Of 'Happy'
There is nothing "Happy" about the cease-and-desist letter the singer and producer sent President Trump.
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Robin Thicke, Pharrell Williams Lose In Appeal Over 'Blurred Lines' Plagiarism
A U.S. Court of Appeals upheld a $5.3 million verdict Wednesday, affirming that musicians Robin Thicke and Pharrell Williams knowingly copied Marvin Gaye's song, "Got to Give it Up," to create "Blurred Lines."
Best November Concerts In Los Angeles
Venues for the live concert experience range from intimate club settings to large stadium shows that vary with crowd capacity and special effect features.
Pharrell, One Direction Among Headliners To Perform At Apple Music Festival
Pharrell Williams, One Direction and Florence + The Machine are going to appear at the Apple Music Festival next month.
Judge Trims 'Blurred Lines' Song Dispute Verdict To $5.3M
A judge has trimmed more than $2 million from a verdict against Robin Thicke and Pharrell Williams over their hit "Blurred Lines," but is also giving Marvin Gaye's family a share of future earnings from the 2013 hit song.
Pharrell Williams Advocates For Greener Jobs, Climate Change Action
Pharrell Williams' push for measures that prevent climate change is picking up more momentum as he asks leaders to create greener jobs and save the planet in a recent video.
'Blurred Lines' Verdict Called 'Inconsistent' In Motion For New Trial
A new trial motion called a Los Angeles jury's $7.4 million verdict finding the song "Blurred Lines" infringed on a Marvin Gaye hit "unfounded, illogical, and a miscarriage of justice."
This Week: Zoolander Returns & 'Blurred Lines' Loses
This week, Derek Zoolander broke some great news and Robin Thicke's troubles just keep getting worse.
After Witnessing Cruelty Against Overweight Man, LA Group And Stars Offer To Throw Him A Dance Party
The LA Coliseum, no small venue, is reportedly even offering to host.
Deliberations In 'Blurred Lines' Case To Resume Tuesday
A jury has completed its first full day of deliberations in a copyright infringement case in which Marvin Gaye's family claims the 2013 hit "Blurred Lines" copied their father's music.
Attorneys Deliver Closing Arguments In 'Blurred Lines' Case
Singers Robin Thicke and Pharrell Williams lied about how they crafted the 2013 hit "Blurred Lines" and should be financially punished for using music by Marvin Gaye, a lawyer for the late singer's family told a jury Thursday.
Pharrell Williams Takes Stand In 'Blurred Lines' Lawsuit
On Wednesday, Williams told a jury in federal court in Los Angeles that he grew up listening to Gaye's music.
GRAMMYs Behind The Song: Pharrell Williams - 'Happy'
Watch Pharrell Williams talk about the creation of 'Happy,' and how the world's response has affirmed his faith in humanity.
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GRAMMY Nominees 2015: The Full List
Today (Dec. 4) the Recording Academy is slowly revealing the full list of nominees for the 2015 GRAMMY Awards, airing Feb 8.
'Happy' Now? Pharrell Williams Gets Star On Hollywood Walk Of Fame
The Virginia-born Williams started his producing career as one half of The Neptunes with Chad Hugo, helping create such memorable radio and club hits as Daft Punk's "Get Lucky," Robin Thicke's "Blurred Lines" and Nelly's "Hot in Herre."
Sam Smith, Big Sean Added To A Very GRAMMY Christmas
The GRAMMYs and CBS are throwing quite a Christmas bash—and now Sam Smith and Big Sean will join the party.
Taylor Swift, JLo, And Iggy Azalea Perform During CBS Radio's 'We Can Survive' Concert
Pop music's biggest stars took the stage Friday for CBS RADIO's "We Can Survive" concert.
Iggy Azalea Leads American Music Award Nominations
Australian rapper Iggy Azalea led the way with six nominations for the American Music Awards, while John Legend, Katy Perry and Pharrell Williams each received five.
Parody On YouTube Mocks LA's Broken Sidewalks With The Song 'Happy'
Despite the political nature of the video, Honora Talbott said no politicians were harmed in the making of the video.
At Grammys, Daft Punk Dominate With 4 Big Wins
Macklemore & Ryan Lewis were early winners, picking up major honor best new artist.
[Spoiler Alert] GRAMMYS Nominees/Winners
Will Daft Punk and Pharrell Williams "Get Lucky" or will Bruno Mars be "Locked Out of Heaven"?
GRAMMY Power Rankings 2013: The Fiercest Competitors
Who will walk away with GRAMMY gold at the 56th Annual awards? We rank the top 20 nominees.
Marvin Gaye III Pleads For Kidney Donation
The son of late singer Marvin Gaye announced earlier this week that he's been receiving dialysis for renal failure for three years.
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2 injured in multi-vehicle crash blocking several lanes of the 101 Freeway in North Hollywood
The crash happened at about 4:10 a.m. just south of Lankershim Boulevard and involved as many as five vehicles.
Overturned tractor trailer spills 1,000 pounds of hay bales onto 710 Freeway lanes
The crash happened at about 10:30 p.m. Monday night on the northbound Pacific Coast Highway off-ramp.
Goldstein Investigates: Cameras catch employees throwing away food meant for the homeless
Our hidden cameras caught employees with the LA Homeless Services Authority throwing away cases of food meant to be distributed to those less fortunate.
Florida traveling nurse reunited with dog, finds camper after they were stolen over weekend
Bexley and her owner were reunited after LAPD officers located the camper Monday evening.
Suspects almost escape with $250K in jewelry after robbing a Whittier store
Authorities arrested three suspects before they could get away with $250,000 worth of items from the Whittier shop.
1 killed, 3 hurt in 300-foot fall down cliff in Palos Verdes Estates
The rescue effort started at 4:34 a.m. in the area of Paseo Del Mar and Avon Road in Palos Verdes Estates.
Anderson goes eight strong as Dodgers offense lays it on Nats in 10-1 victory
Tyler Anderson tossed five perfect innings before allowing a pair of hits in the sixth inning. He finished the day going eight shutout innings for his fifth win of the season.
Assault suspect arrested following lengthy pursuit from Chula Vista to Anaheim
The pursuit reportedly began in Chula Vista after the suspect reportedly attempted an assault on a police officer with a deadly weapon.
Massive underground, illegal marijuana grow operation busted in San Bernardino
Upon investigation, authorities discovered a 14,000 sq. ft. underground filled with over 6,000 illegal marijuana plants. They estimate that the total worth of the product is somewhere over $9 million.
Governor Newsom warns of statewide water restrictions as drought concerns continue to worsen
California Gov. Gavin Newsom threatened Monday to impose mandatory water restrictions if residents don't use less on their own as a drought drags on and the hotter summer months approach.
Ramit Varma drops out of Los Angeles Mayoral Race
Varma's withdrawal brings the field to nine candidates with Rick Caruso and Karen Bass still leading polls ahead of the June 7 primary election.
Angels designate infielder Jose Rojas for assignment
In a corresponding move, the Halos also reinstated Max Stassi and Archie Bradley from the IL, and sent Chad Wallach and Jose Suarez to the minors.
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2 injured in multi-vehicle crash blocking several lanes of the 101 Freeway in North Hollywood
The crash happened at about 4:10 a.m. just south of Lankershim Boulevard and involved as many as five vehicles.
Overturned tractor trailer spills 1,000 pounds of hay bales onto 710 Freeway lanes
The crash happened at about 10:30 p.m. Monday night on the northbound Pacific Coast Highway off-ramp.
Goldstein Investigates: Cameras catch employees throwing away food meant for the homeless
Our hidden cameras caught employees with the LA Homeless Services Authority throwing away cases of food meant to be distributed to those less fortunate.
Florida traveling nurse reunited with dog, finds camper after they were stolen over weekend
Bexley and her owner were reunited after LAPD officers located the camper Monday evening.
Suspects almost escape with $250K in jewelry after robbing a Whittier store
Authorities arrested three suspects before they could get away with $250,000 worth of items from the Whittier shop.
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Goldstein Investigates: Cameras catch employees throwing away food meant for the homeless
Our hidden cameras caught employees with the LA Homeless Services Authority throwing away cases of food meant to be distributed to those less fortunate.
Anaheim Mayor Harry Sidhu resigns amid FBI probe
The resignation comes as the rest of the council called on him last week to step down.
Only On: Granada Hills residents outraged as rubbish pile continues to grow on vacant lot
It only took a day for the city to issue an order to comply, multiple citations and a fine to the property owner after Thursday's exclusive story aired.
Senate report alleges Mayor Garcetti likely knew about allegations against advisor
The investigation concluded it was "more probable than not" that the aide, Rick Jacobs, "sexually harassed multiple individuals and made racist comments towards others."
Sun Valley funeral home charged for leaving human remains to rot
The remains of 11 different individuals are said to have been found in various stages of decay at the funeral home - which is now closed.
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2 injured in multi-vehicle crash blocking several lanes of the 101 Freeway in North Hollywood
The crash happened at about 4:10 a.m. just south of Lankershim Boulevard and involved as many as five vehicles.
Overturned tractor trailer spills 1,000 pounds of hay bales onto 710 Freeway lanes
The crash happened at about 10:30 p.m. Monday night on the northbound Pacific Coast Highway off-ramp.
Florida traveling nurse reunited with dog, finds camper after they were stolen over weekend
Bexley and her owner were reunited after LAPD officers located the camper Monday evening.
Suspects almost escape with $250K in jewelry after robbing a Whittier store
Authorities arrested three suspects before they could get away with $250,000 worth of items from the Whittier shop.
1 killed, 3 hurt in 300-foot fall down cliff in Palos Verdes Estates
The rescue effort started at 4:34 a.m. in the area of Paseo Del Mar and Avon Road in Palos Verdes Estates.
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Police arrest pursuit suspect riding motorcycle in Long Beach following lengthy chase
The pursuit began after the suspect failed to comply with a CHP officer's attempt to perform a traffic stop in Riverside.
Jif peanut butter products recalled for potential salmonella contamination
The recall started on May 20 and includes items with the lot codes 1274425 – 2140425.
Mountain lion spotted near elementary school in Newport Beach
The mountain lion was tranquilized Friday after being spotted in the Port Streets neighborhood near Andersen Elementary School.
Parents warned to beware of online scammers in search for baby formula
In the panic and desperation to find baby formula, scammers are finding a rich source of victims.
Longtime Santa Ana teacher arrested after 4 female students at Adams Elementary School report "inappropriate" touching
Peter Morales, 69, was arrested on May 6 after officers went to Adams Elementary School, 2130 S. Raitt St., to investigate allegations that he had molested four students while in the classroom.
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Massive underground, illegal marijuana grow operation busted in San Bernardino
Upon investigation, authorities discovered a 14,000 sq. ft. underground filled with over 6,000 illegal marijuana plants. They estimate that the total worth of the product is somewhere over $9 million.
Crews extinguish brush fire burning in between homes, the 60 Freeway in Diamond Bar
The fire broke out below Looking Glass Drive and Featherwood Drive after noon Monday.
Report of shots fired puts Marine Corps Air Ground Combat Center in Twentynine Palms on lockdown
The MCAGCC Shelter In Place order was lifted at 12:20 p.m.
Jif peanut butter products recalled for potential salmonella contamination
The recall started on May 20 and includes items with the lot codes 1274425 – 2140425.
Authorities arrest alleged murder suspect following pursuit through Inland Empire
The pursuit reportedly began in San Bernardino before the suspect led authorities through Ontario and Rancho Cucamonga before yielding in Poway.
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Biden launches Indo-Pacific trade deal, warns over inflation
The trade deal is designed to signal U.S. dedication to the contested economic sphere and address the need for stability amid the pandemic and Russia's invasion of Ukraine.
Top Southern Baptists stonewalled sex abuse victims, report finds
SBC President Ed Litton, in a statement Sunday, said he is "grieved to my core" for the victims and thanked God for their work propelling the SBC to this moment.
Biden says monkeypox cases something to "be concerned about"
"They haven't told me the level of exposure yet but it is something that everybody should be concerned about," the president said.
S&P 500 fends off bear market at the end of another brutal week
Stocks claw back losses after flirting with the first bear market since early 2020.
Mastercard wants to let you buy stuff with your face
Credit card giant to test biometric system aimed at streamlining the checkout process in stores.
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Governor Newsom warns of statewide water restrictions as drought concerns continue to worsen
California Gov. Gavin Newsom threatened Monday to impose mandatory water restrictions if residents don't use less on their own as a drought drags on and the hotter summer months approach.
Ramit Varma drops out of Los Angeles Mayoral Race
Varma's withdrawal brings the field to nine candidates with Rick Caruso and Karen Bass still leading polls ahead of the June 7 primary election.
Anaheim Mayor Harry Sidhu resigns amid FBI probe
The resignation comes as the rest of the council called on him last week to step down.
Biden launches Indo-Pacific trade deal, warns over inflation
The trade deal is designed to signal U.S. dedication to the contested economic sphere and address the need for stability amid the pandemic and Russia's invasion of Ukraine.
Californians who want a vote-by-mail ballot have until today to register to vote
Anyone who misses Monday's deadline can still register at any L.A. County vote center during the 11-day early voting period.
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Parents warned to beware of online scammers in search for baby formula
In the panic and desperation to find baby formula, scammers are finding a rich source of victims.
2021 Ford Expedition, Lincoln Navigator SUVs recalled due to engine fire risk
Because these vehicles are at risk of catching fire, even when they are parked and their engines turned off, owners are being urged to park outside and away from structures.
39.2 million expected to travel during this coming Memorial Day weekend
Both the skies and the roads will be crowded this Memorial Day weekend.
Biden Administration sending out more free, at-home COVID tests amid rise in new infections
All U.S. households can order an additional eight free at-home test kits, totaling 16 free tests available to each household since the program started.
Not again: Gas prices at Beverly Grove station well over $7
A Mobile station at La Cienega and Beverly boulevards, near the Beverly Center, advertised $7.29 for a gallon of regular gas, another 10 centers for Special grade gas, and $7.49 for Super + gas.
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Booster shots now available across Los Angeles County for children 5-11
Los Angeles County started administering boosters over the weekend, and the City of Long Beach started offering them Monday.
Pfizer says 3 of its COVID shots give kids under 5 strong protection
The company says it'll give U.S. regulators the data soon. Moderna is already seeking U.S. clearance to vaccinate kids 5 and under.
Biden says monkeypox cases something to "be concerned about"
"They haven't told me the level of exposure yet but it is something that everybody should be concerned about," the president said.
Beverly Hills Mayor Lili Bosse tests positive for COVID
She made the announcement through her Twitter.
LA County moved from 'low' to 'medium' COVID level as cases rise
The change happens when there are more than 200 cases per 100,000 residents. As of Thursday, the county reported 202 cases per 100,000 people.
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Jif peanut butter products recalled for potential salmonella contamination
The recall started on May 20 and includes items with the lot codes 1274425 – 2140425.
Parents warned to beware of online scammers in search for baby formula
In the panic and desperation to find baby formula, scammers are finding a rich source of victims.
2021 Ford Expedition, Lincoln Navigator SUVs recalled due to engine fire risk
Because these vehicles are at risk of catching fire, even when they are parked and their engines turned off, owners are being urged to park outside and away from structures.
39.2 million expected to travel during this coming Memorial Day weekend
Both the skies and the roads will be crowded this Memorial Day weekend.
Biden Administration sending out more free, at-home COVID tests amid rise in new infections
All U.S. households can order an additional eight free at-home test kits, totaling 16 free tests available to each household since the program started.
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Anderson goes eight strong as Dodgers offense lays it on Nats in 10-1 victory
Tyler Anderson tossed five perfect innings before allowing a pair of hits in the sixth inning. He finished the day going eight shutout innings for his fifth win of the season.
Angels designate infielder Jose Rojas for assignment
In a corresponding move, the Halos also reinstated Max Stassi and Archie Bradley from the IL, and sent Chad Wallach and Jose Suarez to the minors.
Ferreira propels Dynamo to 3-0 victory over Galaxy
Sebastián Ferreira notched a goal and two assists and Steve Clark turned away all nine shots he faced as the Houston Dynamo cruised to a 3-0 victory over the LA Galaxy on Sunday.
Dodgers extend Blake Treinen through 2023
The deal also includes an option for the 2024 season, and will be between $1 million and $7 million depending on a series of factors including time missed due to injuries.
Thomas wins 2nd PGA title in playoff after 7-shot rally
Thomas matched a PGA Championship record Sunday when he rallied from a seven-shot deficit at Southern Hills, and then saved his most exquisite shot-making for a three-hole playoff to defeat Will Zalatoris.
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Producer Greg Berlanti receives star on Hollywood Walk of Fame
Sarah Schechter, Ryan Murphy and Peter Roth joined Berlanti at the 11:30 a.m. ceremony.
Kate Moss set to testify in Johnny Depp vs. Amber Heard defamation trial
Kate Moss, who dated Johnny Depp in the 1990s, is expected to be called to testify as a rebuttal witness by his legal team in the ongoing trial between Depp and his ex-wife Amber Heard, a source close to Depp told CNN.
Greg Berlanti to receive star on Hollywood Walk of Fame
Berlanti is best known for shows like "You," "Dawson's Creek," "Riverdale," "Arrow" and "Everwood" amongst many more productions.
Hundreds of fans line up to enter "Harry's House," a Harry Styles pop-up on La Cienega Boulevard
The pop-up shop, which will remain on La Cienega through May 26, coincides with the release of Styles' newest album of the same name.
Rapper J. Cole to play pro basketball in Canada
Following a season in the Basketball Africa League in 2021, the 37-year-old rapper will join the Scarborough Shooting Stars in the Canadian Elite Basketball League.
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Injury crash in North Hollywood backs up traffic on southbound 101 Freeway
The crash has essentially stopped traffic through the Hollywood Hills. Suzanne Marques reports.
Truck rollover spills bales of hay on to 710 Freeway in Long Beach
The southbound 710 Freeway to Pacific Coast Highway was shut down for hours due to the crash. Amy Johnson reports.
Goldstein Investigates: Cameras catch employees throwing away food meant for the homeless
Our hidden cameras caught employees with the LA Homeless Services Authority throwing away cases of food meant to be distributed to those less fortunate.
Three suspects arrested after smash-and-grab robbery in Whittier
Three suspects nearly made off with $250,000 worth of items after robbing a Whittier jewelry, however, they were stopped by not only Los Angeles County deputies, but members of the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco and Firearms and Whittier police. Laurie Perez reports.
Look At This: Four-Level Interchange
It's a world-famous roadway that's been a fixture in the heart of Los Angeles for decades and has become a symbol of L.A.'s car culture. Desmond Shaw flies over the four-level interchange along the northern edge of DTLA.
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The "super flower blood moon" as seen across the world
Millions of people across the Americas, Europe and Africa on Sunday were able to see the reddish glow of a rare and spectacular show in the sky: a lunar eclipse known as a "super flower blood moon."
Met Gala 2022: The hottest red carpet arrivals
If it glittered or dazzled, it was likely being worn by a celeb at fashion's biggest party of the year
DIO Implant Open at Wilshire Country Club
Action shots from the DIO Implant Open held at the Wilshire Country Club in Los Angeles, another leg in the LPGA Tour where some of the world's top female golfers faced off.
64th Annual Grammys
John Batiste, Olivia Rodrigo, and Silk Sonic wowed the 64th annual Grammy Awards, while also taking away some of the night's biggest prizes.
Shots from The Chevron Championship 2022
The Chevron Championship opened play Thursday in Rancho Mirage at The Mission Hills Country Club, with the world's top women golfers facing off in one of the LPGA's biggest events.
