David Beckham -- Speeding Recklessly Before Crash

David Beckham was driving like a MANIAC before swerving into another lane at a dangerously high speed ... and rear-ending a stalled vehicle earlier this month -- this according to multiple 911 calls.

One caller -- who claims she was driving behind David for several miles-- reported that David was "driving recklessly" and "speeding really bad" before slamming into the stalled car on May 6.

Another caller claims David was "definitely speeding" -- pulling in and out of the carpool lane ... "breaking a couple traffic laws."

As we previously reported, Beckham rear-ended another car with his Black Escalade ... on one of the busiest highways in L.A. -- and the other driver had to be taken to the hospital.

Beckham -- whose son Brooklyn was in the car with him at the time -- has not been arrested or cited.

A spokesman for Beckham tells us, "As unfortunate as accidents are, David was not cited by the police at the scene for any violations."

CLICK HERE to listen to the 911 calls.

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Sean Kingston In Critical Condition

Hip-hop star Sean Kingston is in critical condition in a Miami Beach hospital after being injured in a bad jet skiing accident Sunday evening ... TMZ has confirmed.
According to Local10.com, the "Beautiful Girls" singer had a female passenger on board his watercraft when it crashed into a bridge around 6 PM local time.

We're told both Kingston and his passenger were rescued from the water by a good Samaritan.

The Miami Fire Dept. responded to the scene and both Kingston and his female passenger were transported to nearby Jackson Memorial Hospital. We're told Kingston's injuries are so severe, he is being treated in the trauma ward.

We're told ... at this moment, officials do not believe alcohol played a role in the crash.

Kingston's rep tells TMZ .... "Sean Kingston was in an accident today. No further details are available at the moment. He and his family thank everyone for the well-wishes."

Officials are investigating the cause of the crash.

Story developing ...

'Saddle Ranch' Star -- On The Run From The Law

One of the stars of VH1's "Saddle Ranch" is officially wanted by police ... after a bench warrant was issued for her arrest stemming from a DUI incident last year.
Rachel Lay was ordered to appear at L.A. County Superior Court on March 23 to deal with a March 9 arrest. According to court docs ... Lay had been driving with a blood alcohol lever of .22 ... almost 3 TIMES the legal limit in California.

But Lay blew off her appearance -- so the judge issued a warrant for her arrest.

TMZ contacted Rachel -- who said she's got an appointment with the court on May 31 to sort the whole thing out.

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Blood Drive @ LAPD West LA Station, June 1st from 9.30a to 3p.

Please Help Save A Life!Help others get a chance to enjoy the sunshine - Give blood this summer!

Blood Drive at the LAPD West Los Angeles Area Police Station.
1663 Butler Ave, West LA, 90025.
The Blood Mobile bus parked in front of station.

June 1, 2011, Wednesday, 9.30am to 3.00pm
All donors receive a voucher for a pint of Baskin Robbins ice cream.

Done by Cedars-Sinai Blood Services
www.cedars-sinai.edu/blood

Address/Location
LAPD - West L.A.
1663 Butler Ave
Los Angeles, CA 90025

Emergency: 9-1-1

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So Cal highways claim three lives so far over Memorial Day weekend

There were three traffic-related deaths on Los Angeles County highways during the first 36 hours of this year's Memorial Holiday, the California Highway Patrol said Sunday.
 
The reporting period began at 6:01 p.m. Friday and concluded Sunday at 6 a.m. Statewide six traffic-related deaths reported during that time.

During the same time period last year, the CHP reported seven traffic- related deaths statewide. Also, during that same reporting period last year, there were two traffic-related deaths in Los Angeles County.
This year the CHP has arrested 230 motorists on suspicion of driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs in Los Angeles County, compared with 208 last year.

Statewide, the CHP reported 897 DUI arrests, down from last year's total of 1,029.

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Estella Warren -- No Charges For Felony Escape

Model turned actress Estella Warren has been given a lucky break and will not face felony escape charges.

The Planet of the Apes star had slipped out of her handcuffs after being arrested on a DUI charge on Monday night and tried to flee.

But because of a major technicality, she will not face felony escape charges. TMZ is reporting that because officers had not actually booked Warren into the system before she made a run for it then she technically did not commit felony escape.
She will still face assault, hit and run and driving under the influence charges though.

The actress and model was taken into custody around midnight on Tuesday and left jail this afternoon after posting $100,000 bail.
Warren was driving in Los Angeles when she struck three parked cars in her Toyota Prius.
Warren then allegedly drove away but police spotted her and placed her under arrest for driving under the influence, though not before she resisted and kicked an officer.

The star, who is listed as 5ft 8in and 115lbs, was then taken to the police station in handcuffs and, reports TMZ.com during the booking process she managed to get out of her handcuffs and then run out the back door.

Warren was quickly recaptured and booked at 3.10am for felony escape.

According to TMZ, she will also be booked for assault, hit and run and DUI.
After the crash, the unnamed man claims: 'When I approached her she was obviously drunk and acting crazy.

A few more residents approached her, but she started yelling and accused us of stealing things from her.

'When I told her she had to wait for the police to arrive she lashed out at me and started to "girl-slap" me on my chest and arms.

'To be honest, I felt sorry for her because she was obviously really wasted and would not listen to anybody, but she caused damage to several cars.

'Luckily, nobody was badly hurt because she should not have been driving in that state.'

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The Memorial Day Classic Horse Show is being held through May 30th at the L.A. Equestran Center.  Great fun for the entire family.

111 Dincara Rd. in Burbank.

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Fire breaks out at Dodger Stadium during game

LOS ANGELES -- Firefighters quickly extinguished a small storage room fire at Dodger Stadium during Saturday night's game.

Fans sitting in the upper deck near the first base side were moved out of the area, but there were no evacuations or injuries reported.

Public address announcer Eric Smith informed the crowd of the situation.

The game between the Dodgers and Florida Marlins was unaffected.

The Associated Press contributed to this report.

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Dodgers slate Sunday autograph sessions for tornado relief

LOS ANGELES -- In an effort spearheaded by reliever Scott Elbert, a native of Joplin, Mo., manager Don Mattingly and several Dodgers players will hold an autograph session during Sunday's Viva Los Dodgers Day to benefit Salvation Army relief efforts for the recent tornado in Joplin.

Expected to participate, along with Mattingly and Elbert, are pitchers Ted Lilly, Chad Billingsley, Matt Guerrier, Kenley Jansen, Javy Guerra, Mike MacDougal and Ramon Troncoso. Donations of $5 are encouraged and monitary donations of cash and checks will be accepted.

The autograph session will be held in Lot 6 at Dodger Stadium from 11:30 a.m. to 12:15 p.m.

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‘The Hangover Part II’ Winning... Duh

It looks like we’re never getting rid of this Hangover.

After a record-breaking opening day on Thursday, The Hangover Part II earned another $30 million on Friday, the largest-ever Friday for a live-action comedy.

By comparison, The Hangover--the highest grossing R-rated comedy ever--grossed $31.8 million in the first two days. It’s on track to take in beat Austin Powers in Goldmember $87 million for the largest three-day opening and possibly make over $110 million for the four-day Memorial Day weekend.

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Niecy Nash Ties the Knot!

Niecy Nash is a married woman.

The former Dancing with the Stars hoofer and Clean House host wed electrical engineer Jay Tucker Saturday at the Church Estate Vineyards in Malibu, Calif., according to People.

Nash and Tucker swapped vows in front of 200 guests, including Sherri Shepherd, who served as a bridesmaid (and will soon be tying the knot herself) and matron of honor Sheryl Lee Ralph. The Game star Wendy Raquel Robinson and Holly Robinson-Peete were in the wedding party as well.

Tucker popped the question to the 40-year-old Style Network star in September 2010, after they dated for a year.

This is the second marriage for Nash, who split from ex-hubby Don Nash in 2007.

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Tony Romo Marries Candice Crawford

Tony Romo scored.scored with Candice Crawford Saturday at the historic Arlington Hall at Lee Park in Dallas, according to People.

Among those looking on were the bride's older brother, Chace Crawford, and a host of Dallas Cowboys, including team owner Jerry Jones and his family.

Romo popped the question Dec. 16, his bride-to-be's 24th birthday, after about a year and a half of dating. Crawford, who was named Miss Missouri in 2008 and was a top-10 finisher for Miss USA, was a sports reporter for KDAF-TV in Dallas/Fort Worth at the time.

Romo, previously romanced Carrie Underwood and Jessica Simpson before settling down
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Cadillac Ride & Drive at The Grove This Weekend

Test drive a Cadillac at The Grove this weekend and get a $10 Visa card! Come to Circle Valet or Central Valet from 11am - 7pm this Saturday and Sunday, May 28 & 29.

Saturday and Sunday, May 28 & 29
11am – 7pm
Circle Valet & Central Valet

Funeral for M-Bone Attracts Thousands In Inglewood

More than 2,000 people gathered to pay their respects at the funeral of hip-hop artist Montae "M-Bone" Talbert in Inglewood, California on Friday, MTV News reported. The rapper, who made up one fourth of hip-hop group Cali Swag District, was killed in a drive-by shooting on Sunday, May 15. He was 22.

The remaining members of Cali Swag District joined with family, friends and fans at the Faithful Central Bible Church to mourn M-Bone's death. "Since the sixth grade, me and him been dancing together," CSD member Yung told the crowd, "but I never got to tell him this: He taught me a lot." PHOTOS: Notable names gone too soon

The Inglewood Police Department has not made any arrests in connection with M-Bone's murder. The department is asking anyone with information to call its homicide division at (310) 412-5246 or its 24-hour anonymous hotline at (888) 412-7463.

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Malibu Housewives Audition for Reality Show Pilot

Producers say the program, which has not been sold to a network yet, would help local businesses in Malibu but a city leader says she fears it may not portray the town in a flattering light.

Reality star hopefuls lined up at Charlie’s restaurant Friday for on-camera auditions with David Katz, who is producing a Real Housewives of Malibu pilot that has some people excited and others fearing the town's image could be harmed.

"A reality show about Malibu is long overdue and I think it would be great for our business," said Charlie DiLorenzo, owner of Charlie's and a longtime Malibu resident.

When asked if the show would be part of Bravo's Real Housewives franchise, Katz said the pilot for the show has not been sold and is in the preproduction/casting phase. But he said he is confident it would find a home.

But not everybody is excited about the prospect of a reality show about Malibu housewives.

"I really hope the show doesn't happen," Mayor Pro Tem Laura Zahn Rosenthal said in an interview earlier this week. "These shows don't portray women in a good light and they tend to bring out the worst in people."

The show would be a huge long-term revenue booster for Malibu.

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DUI Campaign In Effect for Memorial Day Weekend

(Los Angeles County, CA) – The Avoid the 100 Los Angeles County DUI Campaign, in which the Los Angeles County Sheriff‟s Department is a participating agency, will be deploying officers and deputies this holiday weekend at DUI/DL Checkpoints and DUI Saturation Patrols in order to arrest impaired drivers who still don‟t get the message.

The Memorial Day weekend is the unofficial “kick-off” of summertime recreation and holiday travel, along with many college and high school graduations where thousands will celebrate their accomplishments. Unfortunately, the next 100 days will also see a rise in deaths and injuries as far too many individuals get behind the wheel impaired.

DUI Saturation Patrols will be out on Saturday and Sunday nights. The Los Angeles County Sheriff‟s Department will be deploying all available deputies Memorial Day weekend within our contract cities.

Law enforcement officials throughout the county are asking for your support during this holiday weekend and all summer:

• Be responsible when hosting a party. Don‟t allow friends and family to drink to excess
• Always promote a Designated Sober Driver
• Report Drunk Drivers, Call 911!

Funding for the Avoid Campaign is through a grant from the California Office of Traffic Safety, through the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. The Campaign will also deploy checkpoints and DUI patrols during the Independence Day Holiday and for the August/Labor Day DUI Mobilization.

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Newport Beach Has New Location For Reagan Statue

The winding road in the Newport Beach saga of where to install a privately funded statue of the late Ronald Reagan has taken another turn.

Newport Beach City Manager Dave Kiff said Thursday that the future statue of the 40th president and former California governor would be installed in Bonita Canyon Sports Park, and not in Castaways Park as planned, according to a news release.

The change comes from a new recommendation by the Parks, Beaches and Recreation Commission that Bonita Canyon Sports Park would be a "better fit for good public access to the statue," the release stated.

"Additionally, the location they proposed might accommodate more statues should the city and community want to develop a patriot's walk or similar place of honor for other noteworthy individuals," Kiff said in the release.

LATimes: Read here.

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Jeff Conaway Autopsy Taking Place Today

The LA County Coroner is conducting an autopsy on "Grease" star Jeff Conaway this afternoon ... TMZ has learned.

According to our sources, the coroner is expecting the results to be inconclusive and a cause of death will not be able to determined until toxicology results are in ... which take about 4-6 weeks.

Conaway passed away yesterday at the age of 60 after he had reportedly fallen into a coma earlier this month.

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'Two and a Half Men' Bomb Threat

A NYC man -- who allegedly takes his sitcoms way too seriously -- was arrested for calling a local television station and threatening to blow it up if it kept airing "Two and a Half Men" re-runs.

The calls -- made to WPIX on May 11 and May 23 --- were traced back to a man named Freddy Caldwell ... according to the NY Post.

According to the paper, Caldwell was charged with falsely reporting an incident and aggravated harassment.

TMZ spoke to a WPIX employee who confirmed the alleged threatening calls were received in their newsroom, but didn't know why the caller was so ticked about 'Men.'

Charlie overkill?

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JLo Loses Battle Over Intimate Home Video

American Idol judge Jennifer Lopez has been fighting for years to prevent her ex-husband Ojani Noa from releasing private video footage that was filmed during their marriage. The fight is over and …. gasp … she lost.

They were married from 1997 to 1998. During their short-lived union, they recorded video footage of a very personal nature. Lopez and her lawyers have alleged that the release of the tapes would be a direct violation of the confidentiality agreement that Noa signed during their marriage.

The tide turned dramatically in court for Ojani after he discovered a loophole in the law. He revealed to the judge that he sold the footage to his current girlfriend Claudia Vazquez, who plans to release the video on his behalf. The judge has agreed to that arrangement.

Claudia is working with Ed Meyer to move things along quickly. The executive producer reports: “The project will deal with J-Lo’s rise to fame, and her marriage to Ojani. Claudia will be meeting with video distributes on Tuesday, and hopefully, a deal can be made soon.”

A year ago Noa came forward with allegations that he suffered spousal abuse during his marriage to Lopez.

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