Tory Lanez writes open letter to Los Angeles D.A., asks for new trial

Attorneys for Daystar Peterson (Tory Lanez) are reportedly attempting to disqualify Los Angeles County Superior Court Judge David Herriford after he ruled against their motion for a new trial in the case of Megan Thee Stallion’s 2020 shooting. “In a jaw-dropping move, Lanez’s lawyers filed a motion to disqualify Judge Herriford from Lanez’s case, then told the judge they didn’t think he could issue his ruling until the motion was resolved.

Heeeere’s Jack! Jack Nicholson made a rare public appearance at a star-studded Los Angeles Lakers game.

was found guilty of shooting Megan in the foot after a 2020 party in the Hollywood Hills. Yesterday, the Toronto artist – real name Daystar Peterson – begged Judge David Herriford not to “ruin [his] life” by denying the motion, adding: “I could be your son, your brother. ” Peterson was originally scheduled to be sentenced on 28 February, however, it was pushed back so that his attorneys could file for a new trial.

The Los Angeles Lakers pulled out a 127-97 win against the Golden State Warriors on Saturday and, with it, broke an audience record.

resignations, the Associated Press reported Monday.The Times won in the Breaking News category, and also took home a Feature Photography prize for Christina House’s “intimate look” at the life of a pregnant 22-year-old woman living on the street in a tent. Other winners included the Associated Press for Public Service reporting, the Wall Street Journal for Investigative Reporting, and the New York Times for international reporting.

The staff of Los Angeles Times won a Pulitzer Prize on Monday for its stories that uncovered recordings in which City Council members made racist remarks.

Oxygen True Crime has added five new series to its lineup, including “Fatal Family Feud,” “Real Murders of Los Angeles,” “Texas Justice with Kelly Siegler,” “Sin City Murders” and “The Pike County Murders.”“Texas Justice with Kelly Siegler,” which premieres Fall 2023, centers on the most shocking murder investigations and toughest trials in Texas history as told by Chief of Special Crimes, while “Fatal Family Feuds,” which premieres Winter 2023 and is produced by Woodcut Media, explores real-life cases in which a loving family is brutally destroyed by a deadly feud.Both launching in Fall 2023, “Sin City Murders” and “Real Murders of Los Angeles” will turn their attention to the cold cases that haunt major cities as “Sin City Murders” spotlights the underbelly of the  Las Vegas Strip as homicides invade the popular tourist destination while “Real Murders of Los Angeles” follows the salacious, sinful and scandalous crimes committed by those seeking fame and fortune while pursuing their dreams.Hailing from KT Studios, “The Pike County Murders,” which debuts Winter 2023, follows Ohio’s largest murder investigation into the brutal killing of eight members of the same family who were left for dead in four different locations.After “New York Homicide” debuts its sophomore installment this spring, “Homicide for the Holidays” Swill return for Season 5 and “Final Moments” returns for a second season this fall alongside “Snapped,” which will debut its a new season this fall.“Cold Justice” will also return for a seventh season in 2024 as Kelly Siegler, who also leads “Texas Justice with Kelly Siegler,” and her team of detectives deep dives into unsolved homicides in small towns across the nation.

Camila Cabello and Shawn Mendes have fans going wild about a possible reconciliation. The former couple was spotted kissing at Coachella a few weeks ago, and they have been spending more time in each other’s presence. On Saturday they were spotted in LA looking very happy.Cabello was all smiles as she talked to Mendes.

Tom Brady appears to be in the mood for new things.

Ed Sheeran debuted songs from new album ‘–’ this weekend at surprise pop-up gigs on the streets of New York and Los Angeles.On Saturday (May 6), the singer appeared in Soho, New York atop a Volvo car to play a number of songs.The next day, he performed from the open top upper deck of a StarLine City Sightseeing bus in Los Angeles. “I have a different vehicle for more fun,” he said of the LA gig.

Diplo has revealed that he dropped acid before running the Los Angeles marathon in March, but “really paid” at the end for his decision to take the drug.The DJ and producer completed the run in three hours and 55 minutes, and later shared on Instagram that he decided to take LSD shortly before it.In a recent interview with The Hollywood Reporter Diplo said that his decision was wise for allowing him to run at a good pace – but that really exhausted him.“I probably took half a tab of acid at the marathon, but it really motivated me, because I was running at the fastest pace I’ve ever ran,” he said.“You also have all these runners around you, so your energy’s there. I was running a seven-minute mile for the first eight miles, which is crazy. I really paid for it in the end of the marathon.

Shohei Ohtani tied a career-high with 13 strikeouts as the Los Angeles Angels beat the St. Louis Cardinals 6-4 on Wednesday night. But that wasn’t the biggest news on the night.

Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass took no sides in her first statement since the start of the Writers Guild of America strike, instead focusing on a resolution.

Deadline has obtained a list of the locations being targeted by the WGA West and WGA East in Los Angeles and New York for potential strike actions and picketing.

Selma Blair is reflecting on her younger years and the amount of change and growth her life has endured.

Jack Nicholson is back and better than ever.  The legendary Hollywood actor was all smiles during the Los Angeles Lakers versus Memphis Grizzlies in Game 6 of their first-round NBA playoff series.  The 86-year-old Laker’s superfan returned courtside with his lookalike son Ray to cheer on their favorite team.The father-son duo made the rare appearance after two years since the last season’s opening game in October 2021. "The Shining" star donned a dark plaid blazer with a black dress shirt underneath.

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Katie Holmes and Suri Cruise are getting ready to travel. The pair were photographed in Los Angeles, boarding a plane to an undisclosed location. Suri Cruise turns 17! What to know about the famous daughter of Katie Holmes and Tom CruiseKatie Holmes shares why she called Jenna Bush Hager to prepare for a roleThe photos show the two wearing comfortable clothes for their trip.

Last August, LL Cool J pulled off his first Rock The Bells in the aftermath of a lawsuit in which he won the trademark rights to the popular New York hip-hop festival, named for a 1985 cut from his debut album, Radio. Today, he’s announced that he’ll be taking Rock The Bells on the road this summer, joining powers with Live Nation to present a “once-in-a-lifetime touring experience and a celebration of Hip-Hop culture” called “The F.O.R.C.E.

So many stars descended on the Fairmont Century Plaza on Saturday (April 22) to attend the 2023 Los Angeles LGBT Center Gala.