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Los Angeles Times

Please, newsmakers, he doesn't need this strain

Columnist finds it's tough to keep his blood pressure under control when he reads about Bell's ex-police chief, lifeguard firings in El Monte, the mayor's reaction to the AEG sale — and bad sidewalks. Having been told by healthcare professionals to take it easy after recent medical challenges, is it safe for me to continue following the local news?

In tolerant San Francisco, Prop. 8 backer to head Catholic Church

The pope's appointment of Salvatore Cordileone has been called the 'Bombshell by the Bay.' Many gay and lesbian Catholics worry that they will be marginalized after his arrival. SAN FRANCISCO — The announcement by Pope Benedict XVI has been dubbed the "Bombshell by the Bay."

New San Diego park was 35 years in the making

Lloyd and Ilse Ruocco set aside funding for the park in 1977, but it took 35 years for the project to come to fruition. SAN DIEGO — Architect Lloyd Ruocco and his wife, Ilse, an art professor at San Diego State, had a dream for their adopted city: a downtown park to incorporate their vision of "thoughtful urbanism."

Program creates shared homes for L.A.'s homeless

By creating a family atmosphere, the Self-Help and Recovery Exchange's collaborative housing program aims to help the most difficult-to-place of L.A. County's homeless. Inside the white bungalow in Montebello, noise rules.

Backers say bills signed by Brown will reduce school suspensions

Advocates aiming to reform school discipline policies hailed the governor for signing four bills they say will help reduce the number of California students suspended each year. Advocates aiming to reform school discipline policies hailed Gov. Jerry Brown on Friday for signing four bills they say will help reduce the number of California students suspended each year.


Canyon News

Canyon News - Beer and Wine Tasting Bar Project OK'd

WEST HOLLYWOOD —Fans of beer and/or wine rejoiced recently when the West Hollywood Planning Commission approved plans for a beer and wine tasting bar.

Canyon News - Amanda Bynes Parents Move Back to California

SHERMAN OAKS —The parents of actress Amanda Bynes have decided to move back to California from their home in Texas in order to take care of their daughter.

Canyon News - DNA Sample Ordered for Tennis Umpire

WOODLAND HILLS —In an emergency hearing held on Wednesday, September 19, tennis umpire Lois Goodman, accused of killing her husband, was ordered to provide a DNA sample.

Canyon News - Lohan Fails Drug Tests, Arrest Issued

HOLLYWOOD—The rebellious actress Lindsay Lohan has a bench warrant issued for her arrest with the Los Angeles County. She is expected to be in Los Angeles on Friday morning at 8:30 a.m. for her court appearance where she has charges against her for failing two drug tests.

Canyon News - Enriching Lives Through Law

BEVERLY HILLS—At the Law Office of Karen S. Brown, Karen dedicates countless hours to the practice of Family Law in order to improve the lives of those who seek her assistance.


CBS 2 Los Angeles

Kenny Washington Fans Gather To Get His Name On 2014 Hall Of Fame Ballot

Friends and supporters of Southern California football great Kenny Washington gathered Saturday with one goal in mind: to get him on the 2014 Hall of Fame ballot.

Investigators Probe Alleged Sexual Hazing At La Puente High School

Investigators are looking into an alleged hazing incident at La Puente High School.

Crews Begin Preparing Endeavour’s Next Move

Crews over the weekend are expected to begin the process of placing the space shuttle Endeavour on a flatbed trailer in preparation for its next stop – Exposition Park.

Van Nuys Man, 53, Run Over And Killed By His Own Pickup Truck

Authorities say a 53-year-old Van Nuys man was run over and killed by his own pickup truck.

7-Year-Old Girl On Scooter Hurt In Moreno Valley Crash

A 7-year-old girl riding a scooter remained hospitalized on Saturday following a collision with a vehicle in the city of Moreno Valley.


Orange County Register

Cuervo brings volleyball's golden days back to Surf City

Action continued Saturday at the Jose Cuervo Pro Beach Volleyball Series national championships Saturday in Huntington Beach. The pro event started with qualifying rounds on Friday. The day was casual, with fans easily mixing with players on the beach. Sarah Day, who is a nanny off the court, was...

Marchers bring awareness to suicide

IRVINE - They smiled and occasionally laughed, 500 of them, as they walked in memory of loved ones who had committed suicide. The Out of the Darkness Community Walk drew parents, children, spouses and friends of the dead to Bill Barber Memorial Park on Saturday. The walk raised about $30,000 for...

Man shot in face in Westminster coffeehouse

WESTMINSTER - A man was taken to the hospital in critical condition after being shot in the face inside a coffeehouse late Friday, police said. Police responded at 11:16 p.m. Friday to reports that a gun had been fired at the Cutie Lounge coffeehouse, inside a two-story Westminster strip mall at...

Anaheim to weigh ban on exotic animals at circus

ANAHEIM - The City Council will consider on Tuesday adopting a law that would ban exotic animals such as elephants and tigers from performing within the city - a ban that could prevent Ringling Bros. circus from making its annual stop in Anaheim. Councilman Lorri Galloway proposed drafting the law...

Man robbed of gold necklace in Santa Ana

SANTA ANA - A man hiding behind a tree ripped a gold necklace from another man's neck Saturday morning as the man was walking on a sidewalk just south of downtown, police said. The robber stole the gold jewelry around 3 a.m., in front of 202 S. Broadway in Santa Ana, said Santa Ana police...


The Press-Enterprise

JURUPA VALLEY: Probation search nets 7 arrests

Sheriff’s deputies report finding methamphetamine and a loaded shotgun at residence on Reagan Road

FRENCH VALLEY: Woman left to die in hit and run

A family member found the 68-year-old unconscious along the road after she didn’t return from her morning walk

REGION: Finding a cure for burger smog

UC Riverside researchers are testing devices to control pollution from restaurant char-broilers

WILDLIFE: 7 acres to link kangaroo rat preserves

A legal settlement protects habitat between Sycamore Canyon and other land set aside for the endangered animal

WILDOMAR: A 13-year-old among three arrested in man’s death

Three Wildomar residents have been arrested on suspicion of murder, sheriff’s officials said


Los Angeles Daily News

History of AEG: The deal that almost wasn't

More than a dozen years later, with all that the iconic arena has brought to Los Angeles, it's almost hard to believe Staples Center nearly didn't happen.

Doug McIntyre: No space shuttle flyby for the San Fernando Valley because we're chopped liver

The San Fernando Valley is the Prince Harry of Los Angeles. We're used to A-listers and City Hall ignoring us, but who saw this one coming? NASA dissed the Valley with the ultimate snub. Welcome to Chopped Liver, California, population 1.76 million.

Civil War buffs in Wilmington showcase California's role in keeping Confederacy at bay

If you think of important Civil War locations, names like Gettysburg, Richmond and Shiloh quickly come to mind. Los Angeles? Not so much.

Editorial: Carmegeddon redux -- The first closure of the 405 wasn't a disaster. It will take all of us to make sure ...

A week from today, residents of the Los Angeles area will be in the middle of another closure of a 10-mile stretch of the 405 Freeway spanning the San Fernando Valley and the Westside. A lot of planning is required to make it go as smoothly as the first round of so-called Carmageddon did a year ago.

Editorial: Biggest? Lowest? There's a lot of overstatement in political rhetoric

When the Cal State University trustees approved a 5 percent tuition increase Wednesday, to take effect only if voters reject the Proposition 30 tax hikes in November, CSU Chancellor Charles Reed tried to soften


NBC Los Angeles

Vigil to be Held in Honor of Slain Girl

Family and friends are expected on Saturday to hold a candlelight vigil for a 17-year-old girl whose body was found burning on a South Los Angeles street on Monday, according to a Facebook page set up in... Photo Credit: Getty Images / Marco Di Lauro

Beck "Disappointed" in $5.7M Verdict

Los Angeles Police Chief Charlie Beck on Saturday said he was disappointed in the more than $5.7 million jury award to an attempted murder convict who was shot by police and paralyzed during the man’s arrest mor...

Endeavour Preps for Final Road Trip

Endeavour will be taking a final road trip from LAX to the California Science Center.

WindSeekers Shuttered Nationwide

The parent company of Knott’s Berry Farm temporarily shuttered WindSeeker rides at six of its amusement parks in the U.S. and Canada while they investigate why the thrill ride has malfunctioned several times in...

JPL Salutes Endeavour With Gratitude

Endeavour's grand tour of the southland took it over the Jet Propulsion Laboratory, where many of the enthusiastic viewers had worked with Endeavour to get technology and experiments into orbit.


KABC-TV Los Angeles

Trojans bounce back to beat Bears 27-9

Southern California bounced back from its first defeat with a 27-9 victory over California on Saturday.

Bruins win streak snapped by unranked Beavers

The No. 19 UCLA Bruins' 3-0 win streak has been snapped by the unranked Oregon State Beavers in a 27-20 loss.

Fire at vacant Compton church may be arson

An arson investigation is under way after an early morning fire at a vacant, former church in Compton.

Ex-OC teacher sentenced in molestation case

An ex-O.C. teacher faces nearly 11 years in jail after pleading guilty to molesting girls and possessing child porn.

2 seated on Sun Valley bus bench stuck by car

A man and woman sitting at a Sun Valley bus stop bench were critically hurt when a car slammed into them on Saturday.


Daily Breeze

History of AEG: The deal that almost wasn't

More than a dozen years later, with all that the iconic arena has brought to Los Angeles, it's almost hard to believe Staples Center nearly didn't happen.

Out+About: Events beginning Sunday, Sept. 23, 2012

The Torrance Historical Society makes learning about the city's history fun with its docent-led walking tour of downtown Torrance. Torrance Historical Museum, 1345 Post Ave. 1:30 p.m. Sunday.

My Turn: Utah's sameness contrasts with L.A.'s rich diversity

Recently I had the opportunity to spend a week in Ogden, Utah, and be part of the Kennedy Center College Theatre Festival, held this year at Weber State University in Ogden.

Participants are just tickled by Laughter Yoga

When Hermosa Beach resident Matthew Rand heard about Laughter Yoga, he was intrigued. Basically finding ways to make yourself laugh as a form of exercise, Laughter Yoga has been growing in popularity since it was launched in India in 1995.

Civil War buffs in Wilmington showcase California's role in keeping Confederacy at bay

If you think of important Civil War locations, names like Gettysburg, Richmond and Shiloh quickly come to mind. Los Angeles? Not so much.


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