Gordon Tokumatsu

Reporter at KNBC-TV (Los Angeles, CA)

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La organización Habitat for Humanity honra el legado del expresidente Jimmy Carter

Jan 4, 2025 | telemundo52.com | Gordon Tokumatsu

La organización sin fines de lucro Habitat for Humanity of Greater Los Angeles celebró un servicio especial el viernes en honor al expresidente Jimmy Carter. El servicio, celebrado en la sede de la organización en Bellflower, repasó la vida del 39.º presidente de los Estados Unidos y las vidas de las personas a las que influyó. "Jimmy Carter tenía un corazón para personas como yo", dijo José Tobar, conteniendo las lágrimas.
Habitat for Humanity honors founder, former President Jimmy Carter

Jan 3, 2025 | nbclosangeles.com | Gordon Tokumatsu

The nonprofit Habitat for Humanity of Greater Los Angeles held a special service Friday honoring its founder and former President, Jimmy Carter. The service held at the organization's headquarters in Downey looked back on the life of America's 39th president, and the lives of the people he impacted. "Jimmy Carter had a heart for people like me," said Jose Tobar, holding back tears. Tobar recalled how special he felt as a teen in 1995 when he met the former president.
Two brothers work to save Christmas for children in need after thieves target toy drive

Dec 20, 2024 | nbclosangeles.com | Benjamin Gamson |Gordon Tokumatsu

A man known for his years of charity received a holiday surprise from others after someone broke into the U-Haul in Downey filled with toys ready to be delivered to children in need. Tito Rodriguez, known as "Hood Santa," has organized the Southern California toy drive every year for the past 13 years, putting together a concert and toy drive for his "Hearts Foundation." "They cut the lock on the roll up door and wiped out about half the U-Haul," Rodriguez said.
Food vending crackdown leads to loss of Torrance tradition, residents say

Dec 16, 2024 | nbclosangeles.com | Gordon Tokumatsu

A Torrance Christmas tradition that's been around for decades is facing a food vending crackdown this year -- leaving some residents displeased. The event is called "Sleepy Hollow," a non-sanctioned event put on by homeowners in the Seaside Ranchos neighborhood every December. It features Christmas lights adorning trees and extra-large decorations on front lawns. Every year, the nighttime spectacle attracts thousands of people - some driving through, others strolling along the sidewalks.
Malibu's equestrian community reeling from Franklin Fire

Dec 10, 2024 | nbclosangeles.com | Gordon Tokumatsu

Horse owners in the Malibu equestrian community breathed a sigh of relief Tuesday after they managed to get their horses out from the Franklin Fire area overnight. Many of them said they had an early morning scare from the fire as they rushed to take their horses to a large animal shelter set up at Pierce College in Woodland Hills. "I was there at three in the morning," Jocelyn Writer said following the harrowing night as she saved her horse Cashew from his stable in the direct line of the fire.
Los Angeles farmers markets will stay open thanks to Sweet Green

Dec 5, 2024 | nbclosangeles.com | Gordon Tokumatsu

A beloved chain of Los Angeles farmers markets has been given a reprieve after nearly going away for good. Executives at Food Access LA, a nonprofit that operates several farmers markets, said they're partnering with a restaurant brand that will keep them solvent through at least 2025, a relief to market fans throughout LA County.
Raising Cane's could take over Norms restaurant in West Hollywood

Nov 27, 2024 | nbclosangeles.com | Gordon Tokumatsu |Karla Rendon-Alvarez

The flagship Norms restaurant that's been serving up classic diner fare for more than 60 years may close in the next couple of years to make way for a Raising Cane's restaurant. The American eatery, which rests on La Cienega Boulevard, is one of the few remaining structures in Los Angeles County designed with "Googie" architecture. Its sleek lines, iconic sign and overall space-age style look helped earn it a historic landmark designation by the Los Angeles Conservancy.
Watts family gets free groceries for Thanksgiving

Nov 26, 2024 | nbclosangeles.com | Gordon Tokumatsu

A single mom in Watts received a special gift this Thanksgiving, courtesy of a local non-profit. Gabriella Quiroz works at an adult daycare center and loves her job, but inflation has made preparing a feast for herself and her four children more challenging than ever. "At this time, it's really hard to buy food," she said. In recent years, she said she's even had to skip Thanksgiving altogether, which has led to the inevitable questions from her kids, who range in age from four to 23.
Turkey among several Thanksgiving items that cost less this year: Report

Nov 21, 2024 | msn.com | Gordon Tokumatsu |Karla Rendon-Alvarez

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Turkey among several Thanksgiving items that cost less this year: Report

Nov 20, 2024 | nbclosangeles.com | Gordon Tokumatsu |Karla Rendon-Alvarez

Americans ready to celebrate Thanksgiving will notice their grocery bills for the holiday feast will take a dip this year. According to the American Farm Bureau Federation, a Thanksgiving feast for 10 is estimated to cost $58.08 - down 5% from the previous year. Despite that welcomed figure, it's still 19% higher compared to five years ago, according to the organization.