Bob DeCastro

2 weeks ago | foxla.com | Bob DeCastro

Dr. Stefan Bean, the Orange County Superintendent of Schools, has a unique connection with each student he meets, shaped by his own remarkable life journey from the streets of Saigon to leading one of Southern California's top educational institutions. Dr. Bean defies the oddsWhat we know:Paralyzed as a toddler after contracting polio, Bean was abandoned by his family during the Vietnam War and taken in by an orphanage. "I remember dragging all around the floor of the orphanage," Bean recalled.

Feb 18, 2025 | foxla.com | Bob DeCastro |Kelli Johnson

A brand-new gym in Santa Monica is offering a high-tech advantage for its members. On Tuesday, Good Day LA's Bob DeCastro put the AI-powered workout to the test at Fred Fitness. What we know:Fred Fitness in Santa Monica is a state-of-the-art concept that uses artificial intelligence and top tier equipment designed to enhance workouts. The gym prides itself on offering personalized training, so members are constantly progressing.

Feb 18, 2025 | yahoo.com | Bob DeCastro

The BriefFred Fitness is officially open in Santa Monica. The gym has a unique and high-tech twist. Fred Fitness is located near the Santa Monica Pier. SANTA MONICA, Calif. - A brand-new gym in Santa Monica is offering a high-tech advantage for its members. On Tuesday, Good Day LA’s Bob DeCastro put the AI-powered workout to the test at Fred Fitness.

Nov 19, 2024 | foxla.com | Kelli Johnson |Bob DeCastro

Los Angeles staple Randy's Donuts celebrated the grand opening of its newest location in Culver City on Tuesday morning. To celebrate, they offered one free glazed donut to everyone before noon and held a raffle for a $1,000 gift card. The new location is about 15 minutes from the Inglewood location that's been featured in numerous films and TV shows, including "Iron Man 2," "Mars Attacks!" "Arrested Development," "Entourage," and "The Simpsons.

Oct 23, 2024 | foxla.com | Bob DeCastro

The Brief Cirque du Soleil's KOOZA will run at the Santa Monica Pier through January 5, 2025. Ticket prices range from $69+ to $84+ depending on the date you'd like to attend. The globally celebrated Cirque du Soleil is bringing its extravagant production "KOOZA" to Santa Monica Pier, offering a mix of acrobatics, comedy, and vibrant theatricality under the Big Top from October 19, 2024, until January 5, 2025. This event marks Cirque du Soleil's grand return to the venue after a decade.