a highly successful screen writer, drukter, produce and author she was best known for her two hits sleepless in seattle and when harry met sally. before making it big on the big screen ephron started out as a journalist. her second marriage was to watergate journalist carl bernstein that she turned into a move with meryl strep. she was praised as, quote, deflectively feminine and funny with sharpness of mind, softened and smoothed by genuine charm. >>> and now here's a look at some other stories making news early today in america. in cal a big rig and 18 other vehicles were involved in a massive pile-up in los angeles. 15 paem were injured. one victim said he felt a tremendous impact followed by three. a drive e was going too fast around a curve and couldn't stop in time. >>> to new jersey, don't tell snooki, everyone, but there's a boardwalk where bikinis and bathing suits are banned. it's been on the books since 1958. everyone ignores it because it's right by the beach but a former city council member wants to enforce the rule which carries a fine of up to $2,000 and up to 90 days in jail.