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In Westwood, the heart of LA’s Iranian diaspora, residents celebrate news of U.S.-Israeli airstrikes said to kill Iran’s Supreme Leader, waving lion-and-sun flags and sharing hopeful chants about regime change, while acknowledging uncertainty and potential escalation. The scene reflects Tehrangeles’ prominence in exile culture, with many planning to return to Iran and others wary of war’s consequences.
Three people died and several others were injured when an elderly driver rammed a Mercedes into the 99 Ranch Market in Westwood. One inside the store was identified as 42-year-old Deris Renoj; four others were hospitalized, including two in critical condition. Police are investigating possible pedal misapplication and the driver is cooperating, while the market remained closed after the incident.
A car plowed into the 99 Ranch Market in Westwood, Los Angeles, killing three people and sending six others to the hospital with injuries ranging from critical to fair. The driver, a roughly 70-year-old woman, is cooperating, and authorities are investigating the crash as an accidental traffic collision. The store was closed as responders worked at the scene, and city officials offered support for those affected.
A driver in a silver Toyota Prius lost control and rammed into the bakery area of 99 Ranch Market in Westwood, Los Angeles, killing three people (a 55-year-old man, a 42-year-old woman and a 30-year-old man) and sending four others to the hospital (two in critical condition and two in fair condition). The crash occurred around 12:10 p.m. near UCLA. The cyclist and the driver declined medical treatment and were not hospitalized. LAPD and LAFD responders assessed the scene, and the investigation is ongoing.
A silver sedan struck a bicyclist and then crashed into the 99 Ranch Market in Westwood, killing three people and injuring four others; investigators are examining the cause, including a potential medical emergency, and authorities do not believe the crash was intentional.
A U-Haul truck drove into a crowd of protesters outside the Wilshire Federal Building in Westwood during demonstrations against Iran’s government. The driver, Calor Madanescht, 48, was arrested on suspicion of reckless driving and held without bail; police said he was injured in the incident, though authorities later said no one reported being struck. The confrontation prompted a large police response, with FBI on scene and DOJ monitoring the investigation, while officials said the attack did not appear politically motivated. The rally drew up to about 3,000 people and led to temporary offramps closures as protesters dispersed; Mayor Bass urged peaceful demonstrations as the investigation continues.
Emma Stone's Westwood home in Los Angeles sold for over $4 million in less than two weeks, fetching $2 million more than what she paid for it in 2019. The Spanish bungalow-style property, which the actress and her husband used as a second home, features a courtyard, sunken living room, arched doorways, wooden beams, and a one-bedroom guest house. Stone still owns properties in New York City and Austin, Texas, while being nominated for an Academy Award for her performance in "Poor Things."
Two people were killed in a violent crash in Westwood, Los Angeles, when a Honda Civic collided with a BMW i4. The driver and passenger of the BMW died at the hospital, while the Honda driver was critically injured. The cause of the crash is under investigation, and it is unclear if alcohol or drugs played a role. Two individuals who attempted to free the trapped victims also sustained minor injuries.
The driver killed in a two-vehicle crash in Westwood, Cincinnati has been identified as Ashlee Bailey, 32. The crash occurred when a minivan crossed the center line and collided with a sedan. Bailey, the driver of the sedan, was taken to the hospital with serious injuries but later died. The driver of the minivan and passengers in both vehicles were also hospitalized with serious injuries. It is unclear if excessive speed or impairment played a factor in the crash, and witnesses are asked to contact the Cincinnati Police Department's Traffic Unit.
A driver died and multiple people were seriously injured in a two-vehicle crash in Westwood, Cincinnati. The driver of a Chrysler Town and Country minivan crossed the center line and collided with a Chrysler 300 sedan. The driver of the sedan was taken to the hospital with serious injuries but later died. The driver of the minivan and passengers in both vehicles were also hospitalized with serious injuries. It is unclear if speed or impairment played a role in the crash. The investigation is ongoing.
One person has died and several others, including at least one child, have been injured in a serious crash in Westwood, Cincinnati. The crash occurred when a Chrysler Town and Country minivan collided with a Chrysler 300 sedan after the minivan driver went left of the center line. Both drivers were transported to the hospital with serious injuries, and passengers in both vehicles also sustained serious injuries. Excessive speed and impairment are being investigated as factors, and neither driver was wearing a seatbelt at the time of the crash.
Former Memphis police officer, Sgt. Mark LeSure, was found dead in Westwood on Sunday morning. The cause of death is still under investigation. LeSure, who served in the U.S. Army and retired from the police department, had recently graduated with a criminal justice degree.
One man was killed and another injured in a shooting in Westwood, Cincinnati. The 19-year-old victim was pronounced dead at the University of Cincinnati Medical Center, while the 18-year-old victim was taken to the hospital. The Hamilton County Coroner's Office identified the victim as Emanuel Hayes. The investigation by the Cincinnati Police Department's Homicide Unit is ongoing, and anyone with information is asked to call CPD at 513-352-3542.
A 19-year-old was fatally shot and an 18-year-old was injured in a shooting in Westwood, Cincinnati. The injured victim was transported to the University of Cincinnati Medical Center, while the deceased victim arrived at the same hospital by private vehicle. The Cincinnati Police are investigating the incident as a homicide.
A fatal multi-vehicle crash involving four to five cars closed all southbound lanes of the 405 Freeway in the Westwood area of California early Monday morning. One person was pronounced dead at the scene, and the cause of the accident is under investigation. Traffic backups extended into the Sepulveda Pass, and cars were being diverted at Skirball Center Drive. California Highway Patrol issued a SigAlert, and it is unclear when lanes will reopen.