CBS2 LA Crew Attacked By Unidentified Man While Covering Story

On Saturday, November 17, 2012 CBS 2 is reporting that an unidentified Man attacked their crew while covering a story.

The crew was following-up on last night’s deputy shooting in Florence.

Fortunately, their crew only suffered minor injuries in the attack.

If you have any information about this suspect you are asked to call the LA County Sheriff’s Department at at (323) 890-5500.

If you prefer to provide information anonymously, you may call “Crime Stoppers” by dialing (800) 222-TIPS (8477), or texting the letters TIPLA plus your tip to CRIMES (274637), or by using the website http://lacrimestoppers.org

Can you identify the guy on the picture. Contact LA County Sheriff’s Department at the above contact information.

About CBS2:
KCBS-TV is the CBS owned-and-operated television station in Los Angeles, California. It broadcasts a high definition digital signal on UHF channel 43 (virtual channel 2.1 via PSIP) from a transmitter atop Mount Wilson. Owned by the CBS Television Stations subsidiary of CBS Corporation, KCBS-TV is sister to independent station KCAL-TV and both stations maintain offices at the CBS Studio Center in Los Angeles’ Studio City section.

It is also co-owned locally with CBS Radio‘s KAMP-FM, KCBS-FM, KNX, KROQ-FM, KRTHand KTWV; though they operate from a separate facility located in the Mid-Wilshire district. In the few areas of the western United States where an CBS station is not receivable over-the-air, KCBS-TV is available on satellite television through DirecTV.

Sources: CBS2, Wikipedia, LA County Sheriff’s Department
Photos credit to: CBS 2 Facebook fan page

Editor’s Note: We are glad nothing serious happen to the crew, but people should not attack media outlet crews while on duty.

Asian Pacific AIDS Intervention Team Health Center Celebrates 25 Years Compassion in Action Gala Hosted by Juan Fernandez & Tamlyn Tomita

Courage in Leadership Award to Congresswoman Lucille-Roybal-Allard, Corporate Leadership Award to Johnson & Johnson and Unsung Hero Award to Alec Mapa.

Event hosted by CBS2/KCAL-TV9 News Reporter Juan Fernandez and Actress Tamlyn Tomita.

On October 24, 2012, the APAIT Health Center celebrated 25 years of service.  The fundraiser was located at the beautiful Vibiana at 214 South Main Street in Los Angeles. Doors opened at 6:00 p.m to 10:00 pm.

The exclusive VIP Reception was located outside where guest can enjoy a hosted wine reception by Rosalynd Winery. Midsummer Cellars and Maison Akira were also there. A keepsake wine glass was given as a gift.  The delicious food was provided by Starry Kitchen.  From garlic noodles, small sandwiches, salad sample, and meatballs was deliciously made with lots of flavor. Crepes Sans Frontieres provided awesome food also. Your choice of drink was provided at the bar hosted by Angel City Brewery. Stunning rows of cupcakes were given by Big Man Bakes. All types of flavors were provided.  Guest received free drinks from Jarritos. If you don’t drink alcohol, it was a perfect drink choice.

Attendees got to stop by the 97.1 AMP Radio booth for a free gift.  Food, wine, Beer and great company, for a good cause, what more can you ask for. (Please click on the photos to view them regular size).

Around 8:00 p.m. the program was ready to begin.  To start off the program, the lovely talented Jennifer Spingola performed with her violin. Her beauty and the sound of her music captured all eyes on her. What a way to start off the festivities. After her performance, the first designer Cody Sai showcased the exclusive women’s designs.  Seng Xiong followed with his stunning short and sassy dresses. His designs have been featured in Desperate Housewives, and Beverly Hills 90210.

After the teasers of presenting two great fashion designers, they welcome the Emcees for the night.  Juan Fernandez from CBS2/KCAL9 News Reporter and Tamlyn Tomita, Actress from “Glee” and “Joy Luck Club” arrived at the stage.  They introduced the Honorable Congresswoman Judy Chu. She was elected to the U.S. House of Representatives for California’s 32^nd District in July 2009.  She presented the “Courage in Leadership” Award to Honorable Congresswoman. Lucille Roybal-Allard. She is a champion for health care reform, public health initiatives, and community building.  Lucille’s father was the first member of Congress to fight for AIDS Research. Jury Candelario, Chief Executive Officer of APAIT was given a certificate for the organization.

The designs from Madison Park Collective were introduced.  The collection ranged from a great selection of colors such as light orange, light green, red, white, and don’t forget the blue jeans. You never can go wrong with blue jeans for your collection. Jeans with hooded sweaters are perfect for a fall day. A muscle shirt with rainbow of colors is very sexy. A carry on bag makes the outfit complete. Tight jeans showing off the great bodies of slim models can get the attention of any women.  Tight shorts, muscle shirts and flip flops are very comfortable for a day at the beach. The style is perfect for those slim tall men.

The best way to let people know how APAIT Health Center provides their services, they displayed a video to give everyone important information about their services, and what they have done in the community. Introduction of board members were interviewed and giving feedback about the center’s accomplishments. They emphasis how happy it is to work and help others. The importance in raising funds for a good cause is worth wild. Contributing makes a big difference.

Next to show her lavish designs was Aerithe by Sharlenne Chen. Purple sequins layered dresses hit the runway.  Bow tie at back made the dress look glamorous. Bold red with knitted back dresses were sizzled with sexy lace. A mix color dress with gray and dark blue bottom is perfect for any night out in the town. Black satin jeweled dress was elegant for any fabulous party. What more can you say about it, just stunning.

Back to the awards, Johnson & Johnson received the “Corporate Leadership Award”.  The representative receiving the award for Johnson & Johnson had a lengthy speech.  Attendees began to get bored and started talking. The next performance by Contra Tiempo danced their way to the runway.  The performers danced Salsa, Afro-Cuban, Contemporary urban and abstract dance theatre.  Their aggressive dancing got the attention of all who stay to watch them perform. It was like a story was being told. The moves were rough and sexy.

The funny actor and comedian, Alex Mapa received the “Unsung Hero Award”. He was an actor in “Ugly Betty” and a host on “The View”.  APAIT considers him as a dear friend who has helped those living with HIV. His speech was very funny and entertaining. He was very thankful for the award. The beautiful Brook Lee presented him with the award.  She was crowned “Miss Universe”.

Ozomatli, a Latino, hip hop, salsa, dancehall  cumbia, samba, funk, meringue, comparsa and R&B band was the stoplight performance for the night. They played a few songs, but when they started their third performance, models for Andrew Christian’s collection hit the runway.

Andrew Christian has a simple image of style. His image is not about pants, shirts, hats or bags.  It is underwear. Gorgeous models walked the runway with just sexy underwear on. The audience roared, clamped, whistled with enjoyment. Some of the models even blushed and danced to entertain the guests. You can get all types of colors for his collection.  The boxer shorts and briefs were very fitted and tight.

The last designer presenting his collection is Sonthai Gi.  The lavish bridal designs were very stunning and richly fitted. Lacy bridal gowns dazzled with beauty. Jewels gathered at the top portion of the gown will make any bride feel rich and beautiful.   Gowns combine with light pink and white stands out on a special wedding day. Long trains with satin looked alluring. Lots of layers draping makes you feel like a princess. Sparkling beads in the front of the dress near belt line is perfect for a bridal who likes to be simple. Head dressing with sequins makes the gown look expensive. Other colors like black, red, green, and light pink are perfect colors for bridesmaids.

Ozomatli continued to play at the end while guests exiting the building and obtaining a gift bag.  Overall, it was a great attendance and APAIT Health Center raised funds to continue all their services. Congratulations to APAIT Health Center for 25 years of service.

APAIT Health Center vision is to advocate, educate and achieve great health and well-being for people using their services.  Their staff is available for medical, case management and social services.  Services provided are Behavioral Health & Substance Use, HIV Case Management, Research & Development, Prevention, and Medical Services.  From 1987 to 2012, the agency has made history in the community.  The leadership has made a big difference in supporting people in need.  The center has supported groups and mental health counseling services.  They started new programs such as API Transgender outreach program, and Women on Women program. They receive grants such as Health Education & Risk Reduction, and Social Marketing & Public Relations. The purpose of the fundraiser is to continue the work to help those who seek their services. For more information visit http://www.apaitonline.org/

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Photos credit to: Mireta Khalil from miretaphoto.com and Stella Gomez from Disco Stella’s Pics for Diversity News Magazine published by Diversity News Publications.

Editor’s Note: We want to Thank Mr. Noel Alumit for the invitation and Ms. Elizabeth Wu for accommodating Designer Boy Lizaso and for working with us. Also Thank you to ChanChi and Celebrity Photographers Mireta Khalil and Stella Gomez for the photos. In another note Actor and Musician John Cho was a no show.

Christine Devine recipient of the 63rd LA Area Governors Award & NBC4 Tops 63rd Annual Los Angeles Area Emmys

On Saturday, August 6, 2011 The Academy of Television Arts & Sciences presented The 63rd Annual Los Angeles Area Emmy Awards at the Academy’s Leonard H. Goldson Theatre in North Hollywood, CA.

Awards were granted in more than 45 categories at the ceremony and the evening also included a presentation of the Governors Award to longtime FOX11 anchor Christine Devine for her work with the “Wednesday’s Child” initiative.

NBC4’s top victories came at the end of the evening, when Channel 4 News at 5 P.M. was named outstanding regularly scheduled daytime newscast from 11:00 a.m.-7:00 p.m., followed by Today in L.A. at 6:00 A.M. being honored for regularly scheduled daily morning newscast from 4:00 a.m.-11:00 a.m., and culminating with Channel 4 News at 11:00 P.M. winning for regularly scheduled newscast from 7:00 p.m.-12:00 a.m.
The Television Academy’s Los Angeles Area governors, Greg Taylor and Sabirna Fair Thomas, introduced Governors Award recipient Devine, who came to the stage with two former foster children who had been placed with loving families through the efforts of “Wednesday’s Child,” the public service initiative devoted to finding adoptive homes for children in foster care through weekly profile segments during FOX11 newscasts.

“Congratulations to Christine Devine, she is a good newscaster at Fox 11 Los Angeles” said Gary Sunkin, freelance Chief of the Newsmedia.

Over the years, Devine’s efforts have helped more than 500 children find homes. When she came to the stage to accept her honor, she brought two of them, named Matt and Darnell, with her, along with the parents who adopted them.

COMPLETE WINNERS OF THE Academy of Television Arts & Sciences 63^rd LOS ANGELES AREA EMMY AWARDS 2011:

The awards were distributed as follows:

 NBC4                                                                        13

KTLA5                                                            6

ABC7                                                             4

CBS2                                                             4

FOX SPORTS WEST                                  3

KCAL9                                                           3

KCET                                                             3

KLCS                                                             2

CITYTV OF SANTA MONICA/LA

   COUNTY CHANNEL                               1

FOX SPORTS NET/PRIME TICKET         1

FOX SPORTS WEST/PRIME TICKET     1

GTV6                                                              1

KMEX                                                             1

KOCE                                                             1

KTTV-TV                                                        1

A complete list of the Los Angeles Area Emmy Award winners, as compiled by the Academy’s accounting firm of Ernst & Young LLP, is attached.

 

LIVE SPECIAL EVENTS (NEWS)

CAMPAIGN 2010: COUNTDOWN TO ELECTION DAY             CBS2

Courtney Ellinger, Producer

Dave Bryan, Anchor

 

INVESTIGATIVE REPORTING

DWP DRINKING ON THE JOB – CBS2 NEWS AT 11PM                     CBS2

David Goldstein, Reporter

Nicolette Medina, Producer

Michael Brandon, Camera

 

NEWS SPECIAL

DAVE MALKOFF: ASSIGNMENT IRAQ                                                   KTLA5

Dave Malkoff, Producer, Reporter

 

LIVE COVERAGE OF AN UNSCHEDULED NEWS EVENT

STORM WATCH                                                                                           KTLA5

KTLA5 News Team

 

SPORTS FEATURE

GOLDEN DAYS PURPLE KNIGHTS:

50 YEARS OF LAKERS GLORY                                                                FOX SPORTS WEST

Bruce Beffa, Producer

Tony Stefanelli, Producer, Editor

Christopher Witte, Associate Producer

 

SPORTS TEASE

ALL I DO IS WIN                                                                                           KCAL9

Garry Ashton, Producer

Robert Matthews, Producer

 

OUTSTANDING NEWS WRITER

MARY HARRIS, Writer                                                                                 NBC4

 

OUTSTANDING NON-NEWS WRITER

STEVE LOPEZ, Writer                                                                                KCET

 

SERIOUS NEWS STORY − SINGLE REPORT

VETS – TEMPERED STEEL

FOX11 10PM NEWS                                                                                   KTTV-TV

Christine Devine, Reporter

Rodger Howard, Camera

 

SERIOUS NEWS STORY – MULTI REPORT

RETURN TO HAITI                                                                                        ABC7

EYEWITNESS NEWS

David Ono, Reporter

Jeff Macintyre, Editor, Camera

 

INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMMING

MATH PARK                                                                                                 KLCS

Robert Sharp, Producer

 

CHILDREN/YOUTH PROGRAMMING

IMAGINE                                                                                                        ABC7

DeAnn Marshall, Executive Producer

Ken Musen, Executive Producer

Janet Dotson, Supervising Producer

Teresa Renee Taylor, Coordinating Producer

Jacqueline L. Vorhauer, Producer

 

ARTS AND CULTURE/HISTORY

THE LEGEND OF PANCHO BARNES AND THE

HAPPY BOTTOM RIDING CLUB                                                                KOCE

Nick T. Spark, Producer

 

OUTSTANDING NEWS VIDEOGRAPHER

ARTURO QUEZADA, Videographer                                                          KMEX

 

MEDICAL NEWS STORY − SINGLE REPORT

MEDICARE FRAUD –

CBS2 NEWS AT 11PM                                                                               CBS2

David Goldstein, Reporter

 

MEDICAL NEWS STORY – MULTI REPORT

MERCURY IN SEAFOOD –

CHANNEL 4 NEWS                                                                                     NBC4

Charles Stewart, Executive Producer

Fred Mamoun, Producer

Kevin Nious, Associate Producer

Ana Garcia, Anchor

Lindsey Jackson, Editor

Jose Hernandez, Camera

 

EDUCATION

LOCALLY GREEN                                                                                       NBC4

Mary Harris, Producer

Tim Howick, Producer

Elita Loresca, Co-Host

 

CRIME/SOCIAL ISSUES

LA HEROES: UNTOLD STORIES OF HAITI                                             NBC4

Rebecca Nieto, Executive Producer

Robert Kovacik, On-Camera Talent

 

OUTSTANDING NEWS FEATURE REPORTING

BRUCE HENSEL, Reporter                                                                        NBC4

 

L.A. LOCAL COLOR

DINE ON A DIME                                                                                          KCAL9

Kerry B. Maller, Executive Producer

Christina McLarty, Executive Producer, Host

 

ENTERTAINMENT PROGRAMMING

PARADE COUNTDOWN                                                                            KTLA5

Joe Quasarano, Executive Producer

Toni Molle, Supervising Producer

Bryan Hileman, Producer

Frank Buckley, Host

Michaela Pereira, Host

 

SPORTS SPECIAL

LAKERS/CELTICS FINALS EDITION:

10 SEASONS OF TRIUMPH AND AGONY                                              FOX SPORTS WEST

Fox Sports West Sports Team

 

SPORTS SERIES (NEWS)

WINTER GAMES OLYMPIC STORIES 2010                                           NBC4

Fred Mamoun, Producer

Lindsey Jackson, Segment Producer

Ana Garcia, On-Camera Talent

 

SPORTS SERIES (PROGRAMMING)

GOLDEN DAYS PURPLE KNIGHTS:

50 YEARS OF LAKERS GLORY                                                                FOX SPORTS WEST

Fox Sports West Sports Team

 

PUBLIC, MUNICIPAL AND OPERATOR PRODUCED CABLE

ROCKHAVEN: A SANCTUARY FROM                                                     GTV6

GLENDALE’S PAST

Vicki Gardner, Producer

Jessica Houston, Producer

Derek Martin, Associate Producer

 

INFORMATIONAL/PUBLIC AFFAIRS SERIES (MORE THAN 50% REMOTE)

LX.TV OPEN HOUSE                                                                                  NBC4

Julee Margulies Metz, Supervising Producer

Janel Tamares, Associate Producer

Eric Michael Wong, Segment Producer

 

INFORMATIONAL/PUBLIC AFFAIRS SERIES (MORE THAN 50% STUDIO)

BETWEEN THE LINES WITH BARRY KIBRICK                          KLCS

Barry Kibrick, Producer, Host

 

SHORT PROMO

HOMAGE TO ENTOURAGE                                                                       KTLA5

Steven Poitras, Producer

Scott Rockett, Producer

 

PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT

TOY LOAN PROGRAM/WIF PSA                                                              CITYTV SANTA MONICA/

LA COUNTY CHANNEL

Robin Gee, Executive Producer

Emily Butali, Producer

Al Johnson, Associate Producer

 

LIGHT NEWS STORY – SINGLE REPORT

SWAYZE REMEMBERED –

CBS2 NEWS AT 11PM                                                                               CBS2

Mansan Luc, Producer

Patricia Harvey, Anchor

Beatrice Schreiber, Editor

 

LIGHT NEWS STORY – MULTI REPORT

ROCK N ROLL TREASURE                                                                       NBC4

Tara Wallis, Producer

Chuck Henry, Reporter

Fernando Torres, Editor

Jose Hernandez, Camera

 

FEATURE SEGMENT

PUTTING ON AYERS-

SOCAL CONNECTED                                                                                KCET

Bret Marcus, Executive Producer

Justine Schmidt, Senior Producer

Rick Wilkinson, Producer

Steve Lopez, On-Camera Talent

Alberto Arce, Editor

Kenny Gioseffi, Camera

 

INFORMATION SEGMENT

SEPARATED BY WAR-

SOCAL CONNECTED                                                                                KCET

Bret Marcus, Executive Producer

Justine Schmidt, Senior Producer

Angela Shelley, Producer

Christal Smith, Associate Producer

Steve Lopez, Reporter

Michael Bloecher, Editor

Brett Wood, Camera

 

OUTSTANDING NEWS EDITOR

JEFF MACINTYRE, Editor                                                                          ABC7

OUTSTANDING NON-NEWS EDITOR

JAMES FREEMAN, Editor                                                                          FOX SPORTS WEST/

PRIME TICKET

GRAPHICS

JEFF STEED, Graphic Artist                                                                      NBC4

 

OUTSTANDING NEWS DIRECTOR

BRYAN HILEMAN, Director                                                             KTLA5

 

OUTSTANDING NON-NEWS DIRECTOR

GAYLE GALVEZ, Director                                                                          NBC4

 

OUTSTANDING HARD NEWS REPORTING

DAVID ONO, Reporter                                                                                 ABC7

 

LIVE SPECIAL EVENTS (PROGRAMMING)

2010 ROSE PARADE                                                                                 KTLA5

Chris Reilly, Executive Producer

Joe Quasarano, Executive Producer

Ira Lawson, Producer

Stephanie Medina, Director

Doug Larson, Technical Director

Crystal Sanchez, Associate Director

Stephanie Edwards, Host

Bob Eubanks, Host

Micah Ohlman, Host

Jerald Cole, Graphics Coordinator

 

LIVE SPORTS COVERAGE

LAKERS VS. OKLAHOMA 1^ST ROUND

GAME 6                                                                                                         KCAL9

KCAL9 Sports Team

 

OUTSTANDING SPORTS REPORTING

LINDSAY SOTO, Reporter                                                                          FOX SPORTS NET

WEST/PRIME TICKET

 

REGULARLY SCHEDULED DAILY DAYTIME NEWSCAST: 11:00AM-7:00PM

CHANNEL 4 NEWS AT 5 PM                                                                     NBC4

KNBC4 Channel 4 News Team

 

REGULARLY SCHEDULED DAILY MORNING NEWSCAST: 4:00AM-11:00AM

TODAY IN LA AT 6AM                                                                                 NBC4

KNBC4 Channel 4 News Team

 

REGULARLY SCHEDULED DAILY EVENING NEWSCAST: 7:00PM-12:00AM

CHANNEL 4 NEWS AT 11PM                                                                   NBC4

KNBC4 Channel 4 News Team

Joetta Di Bella is the Vice Chair of the Los Angeles Area Peer Group. Its Governors are Greg Taylor and Sabrina Fair Thomas. The Academy’s Senior Vice President for Awards is John Leverence. Liz Korda Smith is the Los Angeles Area Awards Director.

About Christine Devine: Christine Devine is a reporter, producer, anchor, and philanthropist. She is a well known television news anchor based in Los Angeles. She can be seen weeknights on KTTV‘s Fox 11 News. She’s won 14 Emmy’s, six for best newscast. She also co-anchors FOX News at 11 p.m. on Channel 13. Devine joined Fox 11 in 1990. She is from Arizona and was high school Valedictorian.

 

Devine is an alum of Arizona State University. She is in the Hall of Fame at the Walter Cronkite School of Broadcast Journalism. She has also funded her own journalism scholarship. Devine is on ASU’s National Alumni Council and received the Young Alumni Achievement award. Devine was also a recipient of the Medallion of Merit and Leadership Scholarship. Devine is a co-founder of The Good News Foundation. It is a non-profit built by five TV newswomen dedicated to honoring good news and good works in Los Angeles. GNF awards scholarships, grants and sponsors an annual “Legacy Project” to leave a lasting impact on the community. GNF was honored with the “Inspiration Award” by AWRT American Women in Radio and Television. Devine is engaged to actor/musician Sean McNabb. For more information about Christine Devine you can visit her official website at http://www.christinedevine.com/ & her IMDB at http://www.imdb.com/name/nm0222608/


About the Los Angeles Area Emmy Awards: The Los Angeles Area Emmy® Awards are given for broadcast achievements produced or solely financed and controlled by the Los Angeles television stations or cable television systems. Academy of Television Arts & Sciences, and the Los Angeles Area Awards Committee, comprised of station program and news directors, determines the awards structure.

Sources: http://www.emmys.tv, http://www.christinedevine.com & Wikipedia Photos credit to: Kristian Dowling/PictureGroup via AP IMAGES, Christine Devine Facebook & Diversity News Publications.

Editor’s Note: Congratulations to Christine Devine for a well done job and deserve award recognition. We wish her the best. Also congratulations to all media outlet nominees and winners of the 63rd Annual Los Angeles Area Emmys.

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