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Yahoo! Alerts Wednesday, May 2, 2012 10:21 PM EDT Today's Local News for Beverly Hills CA : As of 10:21 PM EDT Families of riot victims hope for closure someday Los Angeles Times - May 2 9:43 PM EDT Judge throws out charge against Hollywood casting director Los Angeles Times - May 2 9:43 PM EDT Canyon News - Budget Unveiled Canyon News - May 1 12:41 PM EDT Canyon News - Mysterious Death Canyon News - Apr 30 5:11 PM EDT In Beverly Hills, Clinton Jabs 'Jerry-rigged' EU Rescue, Urges Growth Beverly Hills Courier - May 2 8:42 PM EDT Scarlett Johansson Receives Star on Hollywood Walk of Fame Beverly Hills Courier - May 2 8:27 PM EDT Los Angeles Times Families of riot victims hope for closure someday May 2 9:43 PM EDT Who killed the first three victims of the violence? The LAPD reopened the case this year, but with little success so far. Louis Watson, Dwight Taylor and Gregory Davis Jr. were the first casualties of the L.A. riots, mortally wounded in a volley of gunfire early on the evening of April 29, 1992. Judge throws out charge against Hollywood casting director May 2 9:43 PM EDT Jason James Murphy was being tried on a charge of concealing his sex offender status with an alias. The judge says Murphy did not conceal his full name from employers. A Los Angeles County Superior Court judge dismissed the criminal case against a Hollywood casting director accused of concealing his sex offender status with an alias Wednesday, saying the man had consistently provided his real ... California's truly loopy tax loophole May 2 9:43 PM EDT Giving companies doing business in California a tax incentive not to hire or invest here is costing the state $1 billion a year. It's time to change the law. SACRAMENTO — You might think a tax law that rewards companies for killing California jobs and resurrecting them in another state would be dumped. Very quickly. Teacher sent sex texts, images, videos to girl, police say May 2 10:14 AM EDT Authorities allege that a substitute teacher in La Mirada exchanged sexually graphic images online, sent sexually oriented text messages and conducted live chats with a female student. Gangsta rap foretold riots and grew after them May 2 10:14 AM EDT Toddy Tee and N.W.A were a ready-made soundtrack in April 1992. Ice Cube's and Dr. Dre's albums that year explained the feelings in South L.A.. Snoop Dogg, Tupac Shakur and more followed. In 1985, Los Angeles rapper Toddy Tee released what could be considered West Coast hip-hop's opening salvo against police brutality in black neighborhoods. The electro-grooved "Batterram," named for the ... Canyon News Canyon News - Budget Unveiled May 1 12:41 PM EDT LOS ANGELES—Amid woes and calls for action, Los Angeles Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa unveiled the proposed 2012-2013 budget. Canyon News - Mysterious Death Apr 30 5:11 PM EDT ***image1*** MALIBU — The mysterious death of Katie Wilkins is under investigation, as she was found on Saturday in her Malibu home where she lives with her parents, who left Friday on an out of state business trip. Her car was not at the house when she was found, but had apparently been stolen. Canyon News - Men Caught Smuggling Marijuana In Malibu Apr 28 1:26 PM EDT MALIBU —Three men were arrested on the evening of Tuesday, April 24, after authorities caught the men smuggling marijuana from Mexico on a panga fishing boat off Malibu. Canyon News - When Fires Fight Back Apr 28 12:56 PM EDT LOS ANGELES — An early morning blaze Sunday, April 22, served as a reminder that Los Angeles County Fire Fighters are by no means invincible arbiters keeping at bay a predictable, albeit mindless foe, but vulnerable citizen protectors. Canyon News - Stream Cleaning Apr 28 12:41 AM EDT TOPANGA CANYON —The Creek Stream Team picked a sunny day to work outside with in the beautiful lower creek of Topanga Canyon, so close to the ocean that they could breathe in the beach air while pulling weeds and cleaning. Beverly Hills Courier In Beverly Hills, Clinton Jabs 'Jerry-rigged' EU Rescue, Urges Growth May 2 8:42 PM EDT Europe cannot end its budget crisis by belt-tightening alone and must promote growth, US ex-president Bill Clinton said Wednesday, lamenting its 'jerry-rigged' rescue efforts so far. Scarlett Johansson Receives Star on Hollywood Walk of Fame May 2 8:27 PM EDT Scarlett Johansson received the 2,470th star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame today, two days before the release of her latest film, the expected box office blockbuster 'The Avengers,' in which she will reprise the role of Black Widow she played in 'Iron Man 2' in 2010. Pinkberry Co-Founder Sued by Homeless Man May 2 4:42 PM EDT One of the co-founders of the Pinkberry frozen yogurt chain is being sued for allegedly beating a homeless man with a tire iron after seeing him with an objectionable tattoo. Hearing Delayed in Zsa Zsa Gabor Case May 2 2:57 PM EDT A hearing scheduled today on a petition by Zsa Zsa Gabor's daughter, who wants a judge to appoint her or another suitable person as conservator to oversee her mother's affairs, was delayed today after attorneys said they will try to settle the case. Scarlett Johansson to Receive Star on Hollywood Walk of Fame May 2 12:27 PM EDT Scarlett Johansson will receive the 2,470th star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame today, two days before the release of her latest film, the expected box office blockbuster 'The Avengers,' in which she will reprise the role of Black Widow she played in 'Iron Man 2' in 2010. CBS 2 Los Angeles After 4 Break-Ins In 4 Months, Pregnant San Bernadino Homeowner Fights Back May 2 10:02 PM EDT After four break-ins in four months, one San Bernadino homeowner had enough. Gas Leak In Irvine Forces Evacuations May 2 9:06 PM EDT A construction crew ruptured an 8-inch natural gas line in Irvine Wednesday, causing a leak that prompted the evacuation of nearby Northwood High School and kept about 70 people out of their homes for hours. Jewelry Designer Sues Perez Hilton For Libel May 2 8:50 PM EDT The jeweler who helped design the engagement ring Brad Pitt recently gave Angelina Jolie is suing Hollywood blogger Perez Hilton for libel. May Day Protestors Sought For Attacking Officers From Behind May 2 8:30 PM EDT The public's help is needed to identify three May Day protestors who attacked Los Angeles Police officers from behind. Scarlett Johansson Receives Star On Hollywood Walk Of Fame May 2 7:46 PM EDT Scarlett Johansson received the 2,470th star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame Wednesday, two days before the release of her latest film, the expected box office blockbuster "The Avengers," in which she will reprise the role of Black Widow she played in "Iron Man 2" in 2010. Orange County Register Plane damages two others on ground at John Wayne Airport May 2 9:14 PM EDT SANTA ANA - A twin-engine plane struck two single-engine planes in a ground collision at John Wayne Airport on Wednesday afternoon, but no injuries were reported.The pilot of a Beechcraft Baron was performing a preflight check of the aircraft shortly before 4:30 p.m. when it moved forward on its... Man arrested in beating, robbery on San Clemente beach trail May 2 8:33 PM EDT A 19-year-old San Clemente man is in custody, accused in a late-night beating and robbery in March on the San Clemente Coastal Trail. Anthony Michael Derenzo was... Costco opens its doors today in Huntington Beach May 2 7:37 PM EDT HUNTINGTON BEACH Orange County's 10th Costco opened Wednesday morning in Surf City. The wholesale retailer at Edinger Avenue and Center Street offers a 16-pump gas station, extended wine selection, a tire center, photo center, meat, produce and other goods. City officials approved Costco in... 32 more O.C. students named National Merit Scholars May 2 7:14 PM EDT Thirty-two Orange County high school students who aced their Preliminary SAT exams have been named National Merit Scholars, bringing to 51 the total number of O.C. honorees named so far in National Merit Scholarship Corp.'s elite recognition program. The honorees, who will receive $2,500... Costa Mesa council OKs stipend for Las Vegas trip May 2 7:08 PM EDT COSTA MESA - Councilmen Steve Mensinger and Jim Righeimer will serve as ambassadors for Costa Mesa at a Las Vegas economic development conference later this month. Mensinger and Righeimer will drive to Las Vegas for Costa Mesa's first showing at the International Conference of Shopping... The Press-Enterprise RIVERSIDE: Fingerprint evidence links Green to Bonaminio slaying May 2 5:32 PM EDT Witnesses testify how they found the yellow Penske rental tractor trailer rig minutes after Bonaminio was slain SAN BERNARDINO: Gunshot victim found dead on porch May 2 4:42 PM EDT The 68-year-old victim had just arrived at the home of a friend, police say UPDATE: Pedestrian killed was 19-year-old Lake Elsinore man May 2 10:28 AM EDT The man was crossing Lake Street in Lake Elsinore when he was hit by an SUV, authorities said RIVERSIDE COUNTY: More layoffs likely, CEO says May 1 10:45 PM EDT The economy is expected to improve, but labor and jail-related costs will rise MENIFEE: Father pleads not guilty to assaulting toddler May 1 8:38 PM EDT Cleophus Fitts, 26, of Menifee is accused of severely injuring his 2-year-old son, court records show Los Angeles Daily News Review: 'Whale Wars: Viking Shores': Sailors drop anchor among enemy May 2 9:57 PM EDT One of the hallmarks of "Whale Wars," the Animal Planet reality series about conservationists doing battle with Japanese whalers on the high seas, is the anonymity of the animal lovers' faceless and mostly silent enemy: crouched on the decks of its ships, seen at a distance through the mist and spray. Editorial: More detailed track records -- Horse racing safety raises issues of humaneness May 2 9:12 PM EDT Horse racing's main event, the annual Kentucky Derby, will be held Saturday amid new concern for the health of the sport and its athletes. Scarlett Johansson receives star on Hollywood Walk of Fame May 2 8:57 PM EDT HOLLYWOOD - Scarlett Johansson received the 2,470th star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame today, two days before the release of her latest film, the expected box office blockbuster "The Avengers," in which she will reprise the role of Black Widow she played in "Iron Man 2" in 2010. | See photo gallery. Challenging the reconfiguration: Letters to the Editor for Thursday, May 3, 2012 May 2 8:57 PM EDT Taking advantage of the anniversary of a community tragedy to promote a personal agenda, Los Angeles City Council members Bernard Parks and Jan Perry come just short of lying in their self-serving commentary. -- Ray Hime, Simi Valley Marcia Fritz: Pension reform plan could pack a punch May 2 8:42 PM EDT California's fiscal issues are as complex as they are plentiful. Solutions are elusive and often painful. But there is a fix that will make resources available at every level of state and local government. NBC Los Angeles Truck Crashes Into Sylmar Motel; Four Injured May 2 1:12 PM EDT Six fire engines responded to the scene. Photo Credit: KNBC Driver Rescued After Night in Crashed SUV May 2 11:27 AM EDT A woman was hospitalized Wednesday after crashing off the side of a canyon road in the Simi Valley area. Magic: "We're Going to Win Again" May 2 10:27 AM EDT Magic Johnson and other members of the Dodgers new ownership group are expected to speak publicly for the first time about the sale of the team and its future. Woman's Body Found in Long Beach Triplex May 2 9:12 AM EDT The case is being investigated as a homicide Lanes Reopen on SB 5 Near Cesar Chavez Avenue May 2 8:57 AM EDT The southbound 5 Freeway was closed just south of the 10 Freeway early Wednesday after a crash. Daily Breeze Cal State Northridge students hold hunger strike over cuts, tuition increases May 2 9:57 PM EDT The hunger strike, organized by Students for Quality Education, is in response to a 318 percent hike in tuition over the past decade, students said. The student group is funded by the CFA, which represents CSU professors and staff. Volunteers submit petitions calling for genetic food labeling initiative May 2 9:42 PM EDT Dozens of people gathered outside the county Registrar's Office in Norwalk on Wednesday as part of a statewide effort to deliver nearly 1 million signatures calling for a ballot proposition to require labeling of genetically engineered foods. San Pedro community leaders approve spending for USS Iowa events May 2 9:27 PM EDT Gearing up for what is expected to be a busy tourism summer in San Pedro, community leaders on Wednesday approved spending up to $10,000 on events celebrating the arrival of the USS Iowa and the installation of decorative lights in the downtown. Rancho Palos Verdes council agrees to pursue dog park at landfill site May 2 9:27 PM EDT Rancho Palos Verdes council members agreed Tuesday to continue pursuing a regional dog park at the former Palos Verdes Landfill. San Pedro film festival mixes nostalgia, hometown themes May 2 9:27 PM EDT Movie nostalgia mixed in with hometown themes has proven to be a winning formula for the L.A. Harbor International Film Festival, now in its ninth year and set to run Friday through Sunday in San Pedro. Ventura County Star La Reina heads for New Mexico in quest of national mock trial title May 2 9:53 PM EDT The La Reina mock trial team also is used to doing exceptionally well at mock trial contests. The team has won 17 county and three state championships since 1990. Santa Paula man arrested in connection in sex-crime case May 2 9:50 PM EDT Santa Paula police said they arrested a 25-year-old man April 25 in connection with a suspected sex crime that allegedly occurred in January. State mandates limiting pesticide use may end for Ventura County growers May 2 9:42 PM EDT This year may be the last that Ventura County growers have to meet state-mandated limits on pesticides. Camarillo group has a ball at video bowling tournament May 2 9:41 PM EDT When Paul Schifanelli started the Leisure Village Wii Bowling Club in November, he had no idea how big the group would get, but in less than six months, there are more than 100 members. Arrest warrant issued in Jan. 1 Oxnard shooting May 2 9:22 PM EDT Oxnard police have issued an arrest warrant for a suspect in an attempted homicide.

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