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Arsonist Targeting Cars in Hollywood

December 30, 2011
Arsonist Targeting Cars in Hollywood

Police and fire investigators on Friday were scrambling to investigate a series of 19 arson fires that ripped through parked cars in Hollywood and West Hollywood overnight. Read more here: Arsonist Targeting Cars in Hollywood

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Highest Grossing Movies of 2011

December 27, 2011
Highest Grossing Movies of 2011

Hollywood’s top-grossing movies of 2011 earned billions of dollars in the United States, but what were the biggest films of the year? The entertainment industry released some fantastic productions over the last year, with several successful movie sequels in the mix. Here are the top-ten blockbuster movies of 2011, including the film stars, directors and dollar amount grossed at the box office: Highest Grossing Movies of 2011 #1

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Got Guests In Town? How To Do Hollywood Right

December 26, 2011

Pity the rubes. Those wayward tourists who dawdle in their cars and tour buses along Beachwood Drive, enraging the locals as they haltingly seek that perfect Hollywood sign photo op — they know not what they do. Maybe you’re not from this neighborhood either, but you have savvier Hollywood plans. They involve horse trails, hidden hotels, a magic castle, a monastery — and that’s just a start. To close out our yearlong series of Southern California Close-Ups, here is a set of 10 Hollywood micro-itineraries, suitable for visitors from across town or across the planet. To see the previous 11 installments in our multimedia tour of Los Angeles and Orange counties, go to latimes.com/socalcloseups. The rest is here: Got Guests In Town? How To Do Hollywood Right

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Skins vs. Prints: PETA Takes It To The Streets (VIDEO)

December 25, 2011

Four animal rights activists wearing next to nothing, but covered in body paint drew a crowd of onlookers along Hollywood Boulevard Friday afternoon. The models dressed as a leopard, snake, cow and tiger were part of a campaign by the People for Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA) to discourage customers from buying animal products while doing their holiday shopping. The activists held up signs that read Here is the original post: Skins vs. Prints: PETA Takes It To The Streets (VIDEO)

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My Hollywood

December 24, 2011
My Hollywood

http://www.youtube.com/v/vPB8MPnIvpY?version=3&f=user_uploads&app=youtube_gdata Three insiders — a cat woman, a horseman and a dead-celebrity expert — share secrets with LA Times travel writer Christopher Reynolds Read the original post: My Hollywood

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Ryan Gosling, Eva Mendes & Jim Carrey Wish You A ‘Drunk History Christmas’

December 22, 2011
Ryan Gosling, Eva Mendes & Jim Carrey Wish You A ‘Drunk History Christmas’

Funny or Die serves up festive comedy as today’s video lunch in “Drunk History Christmas,” starring Ryan Gosling, Eva Mendes, Jim Carrey and an inebriated Allan McLeod. The video presents a jumbled version of “‘Twas The Night Before Christmas” as you’ve never heard it – through a half-bottle of whiskey. more › View original post here: Ryan Gosling, Eva Mendes & Jim Carrey Wish You A ‘Drunk History Christmas’

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Wind Gusts Could Reach 65 MPH in LA County

December 22, 2011

The National Weather Service announced Wednesday night that “gusty and potentially damaging Santa Ana winds” are expected to hit Los Angeles and Ventura counties Thursday morning. As a result, a high wind warning has been issued from 4 a.m. Thursday through 2 p.m. Friday. The warning stated that the strongest winds are expected in the mountains of both L.A. and Ventura counties, as well as the Santa Clarita, Ventura County, San Fernando and San Gabriel valleys. Strong winds are also expected along the coast from the Ventura County line to the Hollywood Hills, according to the warning. The National Weather Service predicted that winds in the Santa Monica Mountains and Topanga Canyon area will be between 25-40 miles per hour, with gusts reaching up to 65 miles per hour. High winds can knock down trees, tree branches and power lines. Residents are reminded to never touch a downed power line and to call 911 to report it immediately. For the complete warning from the National Weather Service, click here . For tips on power line safety from Southern California Edison, click here . Winds will be at their strongest on Thursday and are expected to taper off on Friday, according to the warning. Be sure to follow Beverly Hills Patch on  Twitter  and “Like” us on  Facebook . Read the original: Wind Gusts Could Reach 65 MPH in LA County

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Wind Gusts Could Reach 65 MPH in LA County

December 22, 2011

The National Weather Service announced Wednesday night that “gusty and potentially damaging Santa Ana winds” are expected to hit Los Angeles and Ventura counties Thursday morning. As a result, a high wind warning has been issued from 4 a.m. Thursday through 2 p.m. Friday. The warning stated that the strongest winds are expected in the mountains of both L.A. and Ventura counties, as well as the Santa Clarita, Ventura County, San Fernando and San Gabriel valleys. Strong winds are also expected along the coast from the Ventura County line to the Hollywood Hills, according to the warning. The National Weather Service predicted that winds in the Santa Monica Mountains and Topanga Canyon area will be between 25-40 miles per hour, with gusts reaching up to 65 miles per hour. High winds can knock down trees, tree branches and power lines. Residents are reminded to never touch a downed power line and to call 911 to report it immediately. For the complete warning from the National Weather Service, click here . For tips on power line safety from Southern California Edison, click here . Winds will be at their strongest on Thursday and are expected to taper off on Friday, according to the warning. Be sure to follow Beverly Hills Patch on  Twitter  and “Like” us on  Facebook . Read the original: Wind Gusts Could Reach 65 MPH in LA County

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11 Most-Seen Stars in Studio City in 2011

December 22, 2011

It’s easy to see who’s coming and going in Studio City these days when they are chased by photographers. Read more: 11 Most-Seen Stars in Studio City in 2011

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The NFL Goes Hollywood

December 19, 2011

NEW YORK — John Singleton, Robert Townsend and Keenen Ivory Wayans are among the Hollywood veterans who will lead sessions in a new NFL program for players interested in the movie industry. The first NFL Pro Hollywood Boot Camp will run April 2-5 at California’s Universal Studios. The league said Monday that 20 current and former NFL players will take part. The four-day event will offer an overview of creative disciplines in the film industry, including screen writing, directing, producing and film financing. The players will have the opportunity to shoot and edit a short film. The program is being run by NFL Player Engagement, which assist players in preparing for their post-football careers, and Film Life Inc., a New York-based film production company. More than 700 NFL players have participated in the NFL Business Management and Entrepreneurial Program since 2005, and 106 players have taken part in the five NFL Broadcast Boot Camps. The Business of Music Boot Camp debuts in February 2012. More: The NFL Goes Hollywood

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