Say it ain’t dough. California doughnut chain Johnny’s Doughnuts closed half of its six locations across the state Monday, pumping the brakes on a rapid expansion that saw the small chain add two new stores this year alone. The closures will affect locations in San Francisco’s Pacific Heights, Santa Rosa and Santana Row in San … Read more
Inés Gómez Mont, who previously made headlines for proposing to Tom Brady, was arrested and detained by ICE in Miami on Friday, according to The Sun. The Mexican TV presenter of “TV Azteca” and “Televisa” is wanted in Mexico regarding a $160 million fraud scheme involving herself and her lawyer husband Víctor Manuel Álvarez Puga. … Read more
Another Northern California grocery staple is emptying out its aisles. Safeway is pulling the plug on a long-running supermarket on Bollinger Road in West San Jose, locking the doors for good around Nov. 14 after nearly six decades in business, according to KTVU. The latest casualty is part of a troubling trend for the chain, … Read more
School’s out. An Oakland industrial arts school has abruptly closed its doors and canceled all classes and public events, leaving artists, staff, faculty and students uncertain about the future of the organization. The temporary shutdown of The Crucible comes after years of financial difficulties at the nonprofit, which offers classes in blacksmithing, welding, glassblowing and … Read more
When Dave Obelkevich ran the New York City Marathon through all five boroughs in 1976, Staten Island felt like uncharted territory. The race was expanding beyond Central Park for the first time, bringing runners into neighborhoods and crowds Obelkevich had never experienced. He had no idea he’d still be running it 50 years later. Now … Read more
Why would Justin Herbert need to buy beer if he has Beer at home? That is what many fans commented after seeing the Los Angeles Chargers quarterback buying two cases of Miller Lite at a grocery story on Tuesday. The joke being that Herbert is engaged to American musician Madison Beer. Los Angeles Chargers quarterback … Read more
Two diehard Knicks fans have gone viral for reportedly naming their newborn after the team’s unforgettable championship run. Yvonne Gonzalez-Bradford and Vance Bradford welcomed their first son, “Knickson Fyve Bradford,” on Aug. 8 after New York’s historic NBA Finals victory over the San Antonio Spurs this summer, the couple told Today this week. Knickson Fyve … Read more
Another cherished Los Angeles restaurant is biting the dust — and this one has left the city’s brunch crowd heartbroken. The Sycamore Kitchen, a longtime La Brea Avenue favorite known for knockout pastries, sandwiches, and casual power breakfasts for Hollywood types, has abruptly announced it will close after 15 years in business. The popular neighborhood … Read more
A beloved California bakery that has served up sweet treats and savory pies for 50 years is closing its doors for good Sunday, as soaring costs and mounting business pressures take their toll. Nabolom Bakery & Pizzeria, a longtime Berkeley fixture known for its fruit danishes, challah, cinnamon twists and vegetarian pizzas, will shut down … Read more
John Kruk, Phillies announcer overtook John Kruk, national announcer for a moment Thursday night. After Bryce Harper whiffed on a two-strike offering in the eighth inning of Philadelphia’s 6-2 loss in Game 3, the ball scooted away from catcher Drake Baldwin. Harper did not immediately realize that he could run, though, and proceeded to bend … Read more
She’s a knockout — and she’ll knock you out. A martial-arts expert in Brooklyn named Crystal is getting a kick out of her Big Apple adventures by becoming a real-life Warrior Princess on social media. Armed with bulging biceps, taut traps and lats and leg muscles aplenty, Crystal — who, like Cher and The Undertaker, … Read more
Another longtime Los Angeles restaurant is checking out. Messhall Kitchen, the popular Los Feliz neighborhood hangout housed inside a storied former Brown Derby building, announced it will permanently close Oct. 17 after 14 years in business. “Thank you to our team, past & present, for giving this place its heart,” the restaurant announced on Instagram. … Read more
New York Post may be compensated and/or receive an affiliate commission if you click or buy through our links. Featured pricing is subject to change. On Thursday, Sept. 10, Gustavo Dudamel made his New York Philharmonic debut. That evening, the 45-year-old Venezuelan virtuoso brought in host Liev Schrieber as well as guest musicians Lizzo, St. … Read more
They’re on a tear. The brick-and-mortar bloodbath continues for an iconic Southern California fashion retailer. Orange County-founded Torrid has reportedly shuttered a total of 177 stores since last year — as part of an ongoing company shift to digital sales, the company said. Popular plus-size fashion brand Torrid has now shuttered 177 stores out of the … Read more
A beloved Los Angeles pizza joint is closing up shop at its Las Vegas Strip outpost — prompting devastated fans to beg the shop to open another in Sin City. Mulberry Street Pizzeria is wrapping up a five-year run at Resorts World Las Vegas, serving its last slices on Sept. 14, they announced on Instagram … Read more
The taps will soon run dry at yet another Southern California brewery. Prohibition Brewing Company — a family-owned staple that spent the last decade and a half serving pints to thirsty locals in North County San Diego — announced the doors will shut for good at the end of this month, as its owners prepare to … Read more
An award-winning Washington distillery has poured its last drink after filing for bankruptcy and shuttering its tasting room. Blue Spirits Distilling, famous for its cult-favorite pickle and espresso flavored vodkas, filed for Chapter 7 bankruptcy on June 11 in the Eastern District of Washington, according to court records. The Chelan County enterprise, which is also … Read more
Perhaps Michael Jordan’s media career will mirror his NBA years with a little break in the middle. Jordan’s run with NBC Sports’s basketball coverage is expected to cease after just one year, according to Front Office Sports, although the reason has not yet been revealed. NBC Sports landed exclusive interviews with Jordan in its return … Read more
Get clucked, the kitchen is closing. After a decades-long run dishing up chicken and waffles, an Oakland staple is closing its doors for good. Home of Chicken and Waffles announced the closure on its website telling guests its last day to scarf down a plate will be on August 31. “Thank you for all the … Read more
Mariska Hargitay still has Knicks fever. The “Law & Order: SVU” star, who has enhanced her profile with her Knicks fandom and Broadway debut, has not gotten over the magical months of May and June when the Knicks claimed their first NBA title in 53 years. She claimed the “world has changed” because of it … Read more