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science22 days ago•120 min saved

Star Trek Cast Witnessed the Space Shuttle Enterprise Rollout 50 Years Ago

Fifty years ago, on Sept. 17, 1976, NASA rolled out Enterprise—the first Space Shuttle—at Rockwell’s Palmdale facility, with Star Trek creator Gene Roddenberry and icons Leonard Nimoy, Nichelle Nichols, George Takei, DeForest Kelley, James Doohan and Walter Koenig in attendance as the Air Force Band played Trek tunes for about 600 guests. The ceremony marked the dawn of NASA’s shuttle era (which ran until 2011) and helped enable milestones like constructing the ISS and deploying the Hubble Space Telescope, even as the program faced tragedies such as Challenger and Columbia.

via Space|

#nasa #palmdale #science

society26 days ago•15 min saved

Christian Bale Opens 11,000-Square-Foot Foster Village in Palmdale to Keep Siblings Together

Christian Bale helped open an 11,000-square-foot foster care village in Palmdale as part of Together California, a 12-home community (with two studio apartments) designed to keep siblings together and provide stability, support and care for Los Angeles foster children; the project was funded by donations, including nearly $9 million raised by the Austrian American Council West, with local officials such as LA County Supervisor Kathryn Barger helping bring it to life; ribbon-cutting occurred Friday and residents are set to move in next month.

via Variety|

#christian-bale #foster-care #palmdale

crime1 month ago•3 min saved

Broad-Daylight Palmdale Deputy Shooting: Gunman Guilty

A jury found Kevin Eduardo Cataneo Salazar guilty of murder in the 2023 ambush shooting of Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Deputy Ryan Clinkunbroomer in Palmdale, proving he intentionally killed a peace officer and found all related special-circumstance charges (lying in wait, firing from a vehicle, and use of a .22-caliber revolver). Salazar’s sanity at the time will be decided in a subsequent phase; a sane finding could lead to life in prison, while insanity would result in confinement to a state hospital.

via ABC7 Los Angeles|

#ambush-shooting #crime #deputy-clinkunbroomer

local-news9 months ago•1 min saved

Multiple Fatalities in Palmdale Vehicle Crashes

A fatal hit-and-run crash involving five vehicles occurred in Palmdale, resulting in at least one death and prompting an investigation, with a suspect vehicle fleeing the scene.

via ABC7 Los Angeles|

#fatality #hit-and-run #local-news

local9 months ago•1 min saved

Stolen Ambulance Chase Ends in San Fernando Valley

A suspect stole an ambulance from Northridge and led law enforcement on a high-speed chase through the San Fernando Valley and into Palmdale, ending with the CHP successfully stopping the ambulance using a spike strip and arresting the suspect.

via ABC7 Los Angeles|

#ambulance-theft #california-highway-patrol #chase

crime2 years ago•1 min saved

Father Arrested After Toddler Dies at Palmdale Park

The father of a young boy who died after being found unresponsive at a Palmdale park has been arrested on suspicion of accessory to conceal a crime and child endangerment. The cause of death is still unknown and under investigation by the Los Angeles County Medical Examiner. Neighbors reported that the child lived with his father in an apartment complex near the park.

via KTLA Los Angeles|

#arrest #child-death #crime

crime2 years ago•2 min saved

Toddler's Death at Palmdale Park Sparks Homicide Investigation

A father has been arrested following the death of his 20-month-old son, Cameron Flores, who was found unresponsive at a park in Palmdale. The child was rushed to Antelope Valley Medical Center but later died. The father, Schaffer Grindstaff, was arrested for accessory to conceal a crime and child endangerment. The cause of death is still under investigation.

via KABC-TV|

#arrest #child-death #crime

local-news2 years ago•2 min saved

Young Boy Found Unresponsive in Palmdale Park Dies

A young boy died after being found unresponsive at Courson Park in Palmdale. Despite CPR efforts by his father and police, the child was pronounced dead at Antelope Valley Medical Center. The cause of death is still unknown, and the sheriff's homicide bureau is investigating. The Department of Children and Family Services has not disclosed any involvement with the family due to confidentiality laws.

via KABC-TV|

#child-death #cpr #homicide-investigation

crime2 years ago•2 min saved

Toddler Found Unresponsive at Palmdale Park Dies

Authorities are investigating the death of a nearly 2-year-old boy found unresponsive at a playground in Courson Park, Palmdale. The child, who lived with his father nearby, was pronounced dead at a local hospital. Homicide detectives are examining the playground and the boy's residence, with the cause of death still unclear and no arrests made. Neighbors are distraught, noting the area's drug activity.

via KTLA Los Angeles|

#crime #homicide-detectives #investigation

human-interest2 years ago•3 min saved

"Christian Bale's 16-Year Dream: Building Foster Homes for Siblings in California"

Christian and Sibi Bale, along with co-founder Eric Esrailian, broke ground on Together California, a foster care community in Palmdale that aims to keep siblings together. The facility will consist of twelve foster homes and a community center, with the goal of providing stability to vulnerable youth. The project, supported by private donors and the city of Palmdale, is expected to be completed in April 2025 and will offer enriching services to both the children and the local community.

via Deadline|

#christian-bale #foster-care #human-interest

crime3 years ago•2 min saved

Man Pleads Not Guilty by Reason of Insanity in Ambush Killing of L.A. County Deputy

The suspect in the ambush killing of a Palmdale sheriff's deputy, Kevin Cantaneo Salazar, pleaded not guilty and not guilty by reason of insanity in court. Salazar, who has been charged with murder, faces a potential sentence of life in prison without parole if convicted. The district attorney, George Gascón, reiterated his opposition to seeking the death penalty, stating that it does not serve as a deterrent and does not bring victims back. Salazar's family has stated that he has mental health issues, including schizophrenia, and believes his alleged actions may have been a result of mental illness. The district attorney claims to have evidence disputing the insanity claim, citing Salazar's awareness when purchasing the gun and holding a job. Salazar is being held without bail, and his preliminary hearing is scheduled for November.

via KABC-TV|

#crime #deputy-murder #district-attorney

crime3 years ago•1 min saved

"Confessed Suspect Detained in Killing of Palmdale Deputy with Mental Health Issues"

The suspect in the ambush killing of a Palmdale sheriff's deputy, Kevin Cantaneo Salazar, has reportedly confessed to investigators. Salazar, who has mental health issues including schizophrenia, was arrested after a standoff with sheriff's deputies. The motive for the shooting remains unclear, but investigators are looking into a recent road-rage incident involving the suspect.

via KABC-TV|

#confession #crime #deputy-killing

crime3 years ago•1 min saved

"Tragic Ambush: L.A. County Sheriff's Deputy Fatally Shot in Palmdale"

A Los Angeles County Sheriff's deputy, Ryan Clinkunbroomer, was fatally shot while sitting in his patrol car in Palmdale, California. The authorities are appealing to the public for leads in the case and believe the killing was captured on surveillance video. Officer Clinkunbroomer, who had worked in the sheriff's department for about eight years, was described as a devoted family member and a cherished community member. The mayor of Palmdale called him a hero and vowed to catch the person responsible for the shooting.

via The New York Times|

#crime #homicide #investigation

crime3 years ago•1 min saved

Tragic Ambush: L.A. County Sheriff's Deputy Fatally Shot in Patrol Car

A Los Angeles County sheriff's deputy, Ryan Clinkunbroomer, was fatally shot inside his patrol car in Palmdale. The deputy, who was on duty and in uniform, was found unconscious and later pronounced dead at a local hospital. The shooting appears to have been targeted, and no suspect description has been provided. The department is asking for the public's help in identifying the shooter. This incident comes three years after two Los Angeles deputies were ambushed and shot while sitting in their patrol vehicle.

via CNN|

#ambush #crime #law-enforcement

crime3 years ago•1 min saved

Multiple Law Enforcement Officers Fatally Shot in Los Angeles Ambush Attacks

A deputy with the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department was shot while sitting in a patrol vehicle in Palmdale, California. The deputy, whose name has not been released, was found in critical condition and transported to the hospital. The shooting is being described as senseless and horrific, and the incident is currently under investigation.

via ABC News|

#crime #critical-condition #los-angeles-county-sheriffs-department