🌱 Cyclist Killed Near 7th & Flower + Griffith Observatory Brush Fire

Happy Wednesday, people of Los Angeles; today is International Museum Day, which has been organized by the International Council of Museums ever since 1977! Here's everything you need to know about what's happening today in town.

A man pushed a cyclist off his bike, which led to a fatal head injury. Also, the Observatory still stands and nobody was hurt when a brush fire erupted. Finally, the Puente Hills Park Development funding has been approved!

First, today's weather:

Clouds yielding to sun. High: 77 Low: 58.

Poll:
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Here are the top five stories today in Los Angeles:

1. A cyclist was killed Monday night near the intersection of West 7th and Flower streets. The LAPD was alerted to the fatality just after midnight. Investigators believe a “a male suspect pushed him off the bike,” which lead to a fatal head injury. (KTLA)
2. On Tuesday afternoon, a brush fire erupted near the Griffith Observatory close to the Boy Scout Trail. First reports of the blaze came in around 2:43 p.m., and the LAFD responded to 2675 North Nottingham Avenue. The “fire was contained to six acres at 3:55 p.m. All active flame had been eliminated and forward progress was stopped.” The LAPD reported detaining a person of interest. (Patch, KTLA)
3. The Puente Hills Landfill County Regional Park Development is a go! We learned on Tuesday that the “$28,250,000 in funding was just unanimously approved by” the L.A. County Board of Supervisors. These funds come “from the sale of land at Diamond Bar Golf Course.” (Hilda Solis, LA County BOS)
4. If you’re a diehard fan of 86-year-old singer Engelbert Humperdinck, you can now own his L.A. home. It was listed Monday for $6.2 million. The home is situated “in the wealthy enclave of Bel Air” and was purchased in 2005 for $2.995 million. (Mansion Global)
5. Mark your calendars! The second annual People’s Kite Festival is happening this Saturday from 2 to 6 p.m.! It will be at the L.A. State Historic Park, and attendance is FREE. “This family-friendly cultural festival will serve as an opportunity to bring together diverse communities in Los Angeles through the art of kite making and a day full of joy, culture, and uplift through the arts. In collaboration with the American Kiteflyers Association, it will feature a 'gallery in the sky', including flying demonstrations with kite masters.” (Clock Shop)
   

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• Online Story Time with the Los Angeles Public Library (10 a.m.)
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• Tonight at the Improv: Mello Comedic ft. Neal Brennan, Comedian CP, Brenton Biddlecombe, Brittany Schmitt, James Davis (10:15 p.m.)

From my notebook:

• Please join the Los Angeles County Fire Dept. in congratulating Fire Captain Sheila Kelliher in her new role as the Department’s Public Information Officer (PIO). Captain Sheila Kelliher takes over the PIO position after the recent promotion of the Battalion Chief. (Instagram)
• Sheriff Alex Villanueva was honored to be a part of the Coffee4VETS event that took place in the Antelope Valley. The event was hosted by Mr. Jin Hur and his lovely wife, Uno. (Facebook)
• The Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department reminds you of the “Click it or Ticket” Seat Belt Safety Campaign that runs through Memorial Day. (Facebook)
• Camp under the stars this summer! 🏕️✨ LA County Parks Overnight Family Fishing and Camping events start next month. Register today to enjoy a night of camping. $10 per person. FREE for ages 11 & under. Space is limited. (Facebook)
• Classified employees are our heroes, the backbone and the all-encompassing support of public schools. Los Angeles Unified wants to thank you during Classified Employees Week. (Instagram)

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About me: Sylvia Cochran works out of sunny Southern California and has been freelance writing full-time since 2005. She loves dogs, cats, books, plays Best Fiends (don't judge), embraces social justice, and tries to live out Micah 6:8.

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