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CBS News
19 hours ago
- CBS News
Eaton Fire death toll rises to 31 after human remains found in Altadena
The death toll for January's Eaton Fire has risen after human remains were discovered in Altadena, months after a pair of blazes destroyed homes and businesses in Los Angeles County. The County of Los Angeles Department of Medical Examiner said in a news release that a crew responded to reports of human remains being discovered on Monday at the 10 block of La Venezia Court in Altadena. The crew later confirmed the findings as legitimate. As of Tuesday morning, the descendant has not been identified. It's not yet clear if the person was male or female. The medical examiner said it will release the identity of the person after notification of next of kin. The department uses a variety of scientific methods to identify the remains, including the use of dental records and DNA. With the new findings, the death toll for the Eaton Fire rose to 19, bringing the total of deaths from the January fires to 31. As many as 12 people died as a result of the Palisades Fire.
CBS News
2 days ago
- CBS News
At least one person killed in overnight garage fire in South Park Township
Allegheny County Police are investigating a deadly overnight garage fire in South Park Township. The fire broke out at a home along Mike Reed Drive just after 1 a.m. on Monday, dispatchers told KDKA. KDKA's news crew at the scene observed a massive response from first responders with police tape lining the entrance to the garage of the home. Detectives from the Allegheny County Police Department are now investigating the deadly fire. The Allegheny County Medical Examiner's Office has not released any information about the person or people killed. It's unclear what sparked the fire at this time.
CBS News
5 days ago
- CBS News
Naked man dies after "medical emergency" following struggle with Garland officers, police say
Police are investigating the death of a man who was naked outside a Garland restaurant and later died at a local hospital after experiencing a "medical emergency" following a struggle with officers who were attempting to detain him. According to Garland police, officers responded around 3 p.m. Thursday to the 1300 block of Marketplace Drive after receiving multiple calls about a "completely nude" man in public. Police said the man was uncooperative and fought with officers before Garland Fire Department paramedics treated him and took him to the hospital. "Officers attempted to verbally engage with him, but he was uncooperative," Garland police said in a news release. "When officers attempted to detain him, the individual began fighting and speaking incoherently." After officers brought him into custody, the man suffered a "medical emergency," according to police. He was pronounced dead just after 1 p.m. Friday. His identity has not been released. Garland police said an independent investigation is underway. The Dallas County Medical Examiner's Office will determine the official cause of death. CBS News Texas will provide updates as more information becomes available.
Time of India
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Michael Madsen allegedly passed away due to heart failure, no indication of foul play: Report
On July 3, 2025, at age 67, veteran Hollywood actor , most known for his parts in 'Reservoir Dogs,' 'Kill Bill,' and 'Donnie Brasco', passed away. The Los Angeles County Medical Examiner has confirmed that Madsen died of cardiac arrest, brought on by cardiomyopathy, coronary artery disease, chronic alcoholism, and thromboembolic disease. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Michael Madsen's death ruled natural, autopsy waived Madsen was found unresponsive at his Malibu home and pronounced dead at the scene. His cardiologist signed off on the death certificate, and no autopsy was conducted. The Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department has closed the case, ruling the death as natural and confirming that no foul play was involved. Despite reportedly being sober for several months before his death, Madsen's long-term health issues had taken a toll. He had undergone a coronary angiography in May to check for arterial blockages. Michael Madsen remembered by family and peers Madsen's sister, actor Virginia Madsen, released a heartfelt tribute, 'My brother Michael has left the stage. He was thunder and velvet. Mischief wrapped in tenderness. A poet disguised as an outlaw. A father, a son, a brother — etched in contradiction, tempered by love that left its mark.' Actor Harvey Keitel, who co-starred with Madsen in 'Reservoir Dogs', said, 'We've lost another great American poet. Farewell, my dear friend.' Michael Madsen's final years marked by creative resurgence In the last two years, Madsen had been actively working on independent films including 'Resurrection Road', 'Concessions', and 'Cookbook for Southern Housewives'. He was also preparing to release a book titled 'Tears for My Father: Outlaw Thoughts and Poems', reflecting on his life and legacy. Michael Madsen's legacy in Hollywood Renowned for his somber on-screen presence and poetic sensitivity, Madsen was a frequent partner of Quentin Tarantino; he appeared in 'Reservoir Dogs,' 'Kill Bill', 'The Hateful Eight', and 'Once Upon a Time in Hollywood'. Among his other famous roles are Sonny Black in 'Donnie Brasco,' Jimmy Lennox in 'Thelma and Louise,' and Glen Greenwood in 'Free Willy. '
USA Today
7 days ago
- Entertainment
- USA Today
Sophia Hutchins cause of death released after Caitlyn Jenner's friend, manager died at 29
A cause of death for Sophia Hutchins, Caitlyn Jenner's close friend and manager who reportedly died in an ATV accident, has been released. Hutchins, who was 29 at the time of her death, died of "multiple blunt force injuries" following an incident on a cliff, according to the Los Angeles County Medical Examiner's website. The manner of death was ruled accidental. According to previous reports from TMZ and the Daily Mail, Hutchins – the former CEO and director of the Caitlyn Jenner Foundation – was pronounced dead on July 2 in Malibu, California, per law enforcement. The outlets reported Hutchins was riding an ATV on the road where Jenner lives when she struck the bumper of a moving car, which sent her crashing 350 feet down a ravine. USA TODAY reached out to the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department and Jenner for comment. Julian McMahon: Cause of death for 'Nip/Tuck,' 'Charmed' actor released In footage from a KCAL News helicopter, which aired July 2 before Hutchins was identified, a blue ATV rested atop an upside-down vehicle. "The crash happened a little after 11:30 a.m. in the 4200 block of Decker Canyon Road, according to Los Angeles County sheriff's deputies," per the video's description. Hutchins will reportedly be laid to rest at Holy Cross Cemetery in Los Angeles on July 24, according to People magazine and TMZ. Who is Sophia Hutchins? Businesswoman was an early supporter of Caitlyn Jenner Hutchins and Jenner, who is transgender, first met in 2015 after the former "Keeping Up with the Kardashians" reality-TV star announced her transition. Hutchins, who was also trans, appeared in several episodes of the E! docuseries "I Am Cait," which also aired that year, and was based on Jenner's gender transition. Over the years, the two have been photographed together at various public engagements Jenner has attended, including Clive Davis' 2019 Pre-Grammy Gala in Los Angeles, the Vanity Fair Oscar party that same year, the 29th annual GLAAD Media Awards in 2018, the 28th annual Elton John AIDS Foundation Academy Awards viewing party in 2020, as well as many outings in Malibu where they both resided. 'Gossip Girl' star Michelle Trachtenberg died from diabetes complications Born on April 1, 1996, in Bellevue, Washington, Hutchins graduated in 2019 from California's Pepperdine University with a degree in economics and finance, according to Deadline. In a November 2019 interview with "Good Morning Britain," Hutchins spoke about her tight-knit relationship with Jenner. "I am here for Caitlyn 1,000%, and Caitlyn's here for me 1,000%," Hutchins said at the time. "The best way to describe our relationship is that we are partners in every sense of the word." She added: "When it comes to work, absolutely there for each other 100%. When it comes to family and our personal relationship, absolutely there for each other 100%, and there's no denying it." Contributing: Edward Segarra, USA TODAY
