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crime-sports1 year ago•3 min saved

"Tragic Shooting at Kansas City Chiefs Super Bowl Celebration Leaves Radio DJ Dead"

Lisa Lopez-Galvan, a popular radio DJ and mother of two, was fatally shot at the Kansas City Chiefs Super Bowl victory celebration, with at least 21 others injured, including children. Three people have been detained in connection with the shooting, and the motive remains unclear. The incident has shocked the community and prompted calls for gun reform, with Vice-President Kamala Harris urging Congress to act on gun control. Lopez-Galvan was known for her work in the city's Hispanic community and as a host of a Tejano music radio show.

via NBC News|

#crime-sports #gun-violence #kansas-city-chiefs

crime-sports1 year ago•1 min saved

"Fatal Shooting at Kansas City Chiefs' Super Bowl Rally Leaves 1 Dead and 21 Injured"

A mass shooting at a celebration for the Kansas City Chiefs' Super Bowl win claimed the life of Lisa Lopez-Galvan, a 44-year-old radio DJ and mother of two, and left 21 others wounded. Three suspects were detained, and the motive for the shooting remains unclear. Lopez-Galvan, known for hosting "Taste of Tejano" on KKFI 90.1 FM, was described as a beloved member of the community with a vibrant personality. She leaves behind her husband and two young children.

via ABC News|

#crime-sports #kansas-city #kansas-city-chiefs

obituary1 year ago•2 min saved

"Rock 'n' Roll Wildman Mojo Nixon Dies at 66 on Outlaw Country Cruise"

Mojo Nixon, the musician, actor, and radio DJ known for songs like “Don Henley Must Die” and “Elvis Is Everywhere,” has died at the age of 66 while aboard the Outlaw Country Cruise. His family confirmed his passing due to a cardiac event. Nixon, born Neill Kirby McMillan Jr., was a comedy icon and a regular performer on SiriusXM’s Outlaw Country channel. He leaves behind a legacy of music, humor, and a documentary, The Mojo Manifesto: The Life and Times of Mojo Nixon.

via Deadline|

#actor #mojo-nixon #musician

obituary2 years ago•3 min saved

Remembering Jim Ladd: Legendary LA Radio DJ Dies at 75

Jim Ladd, a legendary Los Angeles disc jockey and the inspiration for Tom Petty's song "The Last DJ," has died at the age of 75 from a heart attack. Ladd, known as the last freeform DJ in the country, had a long and influential career in Los Angeles radio, working at stations such as KNAC, KMET, and KLOS. He was well-known for his interviews with iconic artists and was remembered by fellow musicians for his passion for rock n' roll. Ladd's contributions to the industry and his ability to connect with listeners will be fondly remembered.

via Billboard|

#heart-attack #jim-ladd #los-angeles

entertainment2 years ago•2 min saved

Remembering Jim Ladd: The Iconic Rock DJ Who Inspired Tom Petty

Jim Ladd, the legendary radio DJ known for his work at KMET and KLOS, has passed away at the age of 75. Ladd, who inspired Tom Petty's hit song "The Last DJ," had a career spanning over 50 years and was known for championing classic rock. He interviewed numerous iconic artists and received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. Ladd had been hosting a daily music show on SiriusXM's Deep Tracks channel since 2011.

via LA Daily News|

#classic-rock #entertainment #jim-ladd

obituary2 years ago•3 min saved

San Francisco Radio Host Jeffrey Vandergrift Found Dead

Jeffrey 'JV' Vandergrift, a popular radio DJ for Wild 94.9, was found dead near Pier 39 in San Francisco. The cause of death has not been confirmed, but police have ruled out foul play. Vandergrift had been missing since February 23, and his wife had previously stated that she believed he would not be returning. Vandergrift had been suffering from pain and fatigue for the past two years and had been diagnosed with depression and Lyme disease.

via San Francisco Chronicle|

#depression #obituary #radio-dj