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LOS ANGELES — In a new trial with a new jury, it’s time to retell the strange story of an eccentric music producer and the beautiful blond actress who wound up dead at his home.

It has been more than five years since Lana Clarkson’s life ended in Phil Spector’s grand foyer.

And starting with opening statements Wednesday, for the second time, prosecutors plan to argue that Spector killed Clarkson after a night at various luxurious watering holes.

Among those testifying again for prosecutors will be Spector’s chauffeur.

He’s expected to tell of delivering the two home, hearing a shot and seeing his boss emerge with a gun saying, “I think I killed somebody.”

Last time, the defense argued Clarkson killed herself because her acting career was fading.

Spector’s first trial ended in a mistrial after the jury deadlocked. (Read the full post about ‘Spector Re-Trial Set To Begin Wednesday’…)

Sure, it’s been 30 years since the release of “Animal House” in theaters: But no matter how many years since the box office hit was enshrined into the pop culture hall of fame, being a part of the film’s history still makes cast members like Karen Allen want to, well, “Shout.”

“‘Animal House’ is the film that will not stop celebrating itself. It’s like every six months there’s a big celebration of it,” said Allen, laughing in a recent @ The Movies interview. (Read the full post about ‘‘Animal House’ Stars: Where Are They Now?’…)

Lindsay Lohan’s father, Michael Lohan, is apologizing for remarks about his daughter’s Lohah’s gal pal, Samantha Ronson.

According to New York magazine, Michael Lohan said at a Oct. 21 book party, “I definitely regret all the things I said about Samantha. I’m a Christian. I should not pass judgment on anyone.”

The magazine said that in September, Michael Lohan e-mailed a gossip Website and called Ronson a “dark, hideous, and a disgusting representation of humanity.” In response, Lindsay Lohan called her father “a coward” on her MySpace blog.

After months of media speculation, Lindsay Lohan confirmed for a Los Angeles radio station that she and Ronson had been dating “for a very long time.”

In his apology, Michael Lohan said in the past, he thought the best way to reach out to his daughter was to do it publicly. (Read the full post about ‘Lohan’s Dad Sorry For Ripping Ronson’…)

SAN FRANCISCO — A Hollywood who’s-who turned out Monday night for an annual fundraiser for Paul Newman’s children’s camp that doubled as a tribute to the late acting legend.

Jack Nicholson, Julia Roberts, Tom Hanks, Warren Beatty, Sean Penn and other big names performed a dramatic reading of “The World of Nick Adams” at San Francisco’s Davies Symphony Hall.

Some 2,500 people attended the star-studded event, which began with a video featuring Newman, who died of cancer Sept. (Read the full post about ‘Benefit Turns Into Paul Newman Tribute’…)

Gerard Damiano, who directed the popular pornographic film “Deep Throat,” whose title became the nickname of a long-anonymous Watergate whistleblower, has died.

He was 80.

Damiano died Saturday at a Fort Myers, Fla., hospital, his son, Gerard Damiano Jr., said Monday. He had suffered a stroke in September.

Damiano’s “Deep Throat” was the first hard-core pornographic experience for mainstream moviegoers.

Shot in six days for just $25,000, the 1972 flick became a cultural must-see for Americans who had just lived through the sexual liberation of the 1960s.

The star of “Deep Throat,” Linda Lovelace, died in 2002 from injuries suffered in an auto accident. (Read the full post about ‘‘Deep Throat’ Director Dies’…)

LOUISVILLE, Ky. — The Louisville Metro Community Action Partnership (CAP) has developed a new appointment system to better serve Louisville Metro residents who wish to apply for the Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP). All residents wishing to apply are required to have an appointment.

LIHEAP provides financial assistance to help citizens pay utility bills. Last year, LIHEAP assisted 9,050 Louisville residents, totaling $856,121 in utility financial assistance.

Appointments will be issued Oct. 29 through Nov. 1. (Read the full post about ‘Heating Assistance Program Begins Wednesday’…)

LOUISVILLE, Ky. — Racing fans took advantage of Sunday’s mild temperatures to enjoy the opening of the fall meet at Churchill Downs.

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But with this tumultuous economy, are fans ready to gamble with their cold, hard cash?

“Oh, it’s so pretty and we just love horse racing and it’s always a fun time,” said race fan Laura King.

“I love the athleticism of the animals and the crowds are fun and the people watching,” said race fan Susan Devereux-Margolis. “It’s all good.”

But race fan Mike Fridman has to admit a bit of the thrill is gone due to the tough economy.

“It’s affected me somewhat from the way the economy is, definitely,” he said. (Read the full post about ‘Churchill Downs Holds Fall Meet’…)

LOUISVILLE, Ky. — The Louisville Department of Public Health and Wellness will continue to offer flu shots by appointment through the remainder of October and through November as long as vaccine supplies last.

Flu shots will be available for everyone 6 months of age or older by appointment at the following sites. Phone the site to make an appointment.

• Dixie Health Clinic 7219 Dixie Highway 937-7277
• East Neighborhood Place Health Clinic 810 Barret Ave 574-6638
• Highview Health Clinic 7201 Outer Loop 231-1459
• Middletown Health Clinic 200 Juneau Drive 245-1074
• Newburg Health Center 4810 Exeter Avenue 458-0778

Flu shots cost $30. (Read the full post about ‘Flu Shots Available By Appointment’…)

TAYLORSVILLE, Ky. — Officials said an 18-month investigation had led to a dozen drug related arrests in Spencer County, Ky.

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Investigators started picking up their suspects Monday morning. Taylorsville police said through informants, they knew who was dealing drugs in the county, but they needed help and some time to prove it. (Read the full post about ‘Twelve Face Drug Charges In ‘Fall Harvest’’…)

ALBANY, Ky. — The death of a traffic crash victim in a hospital has increased the death toll from an Oct. 14 incident in southern Kentucky to four.

Kentucky State Police say 44-year-old Brenda Logan of Albany died Sunday at the University of Kentucky Medical Center in Lexington.

The crash two miles south of Albany in the Lake Cumberland region left three people dead at the scene earlier this month.

They were 48-year-old Belinda Logan, 29-year-old Candi Byers and 3-year-old Kasen Byers, all of Albany.

Troopers said a car driven by Candi Byers on U.S. 127 slid into the path of a compact pickup operated by Brenda Logan.