Monday, November 26, 2012

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Monday, Nov 26, 2012 10:22 PM EST

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Los Angeles Times

Campaign treasurer Kinde Durkee could get 8 years in fraud

Monday, Nov 26, 2012 09:42 PM EST

The political aide will be sentenced Wednesday for stealing more than $7 million from clients. Representatives for some victims say the penalty isn't enough. SACRAMENTO — Federal prosecutors recommended Monday that former campaign treasurer Kinde Durkee — who pleaded guilty earlier this year to mail fraud involving the theft of more than $7 million from her clients — be sentenced to about eight ...

Using the All-American Canal for another nation's benefit

Monday, Nov 26, 2012 08:27 PM EST

The U.S. government's proposal to use the canal to deliver water to Mexico doesn't sit well with farmers and officials in the Imperial Valley. CALEXICO, Calif. — What's in a name? When it comes to the All-American Canal, apparently everything.

Cemetery tour guide loves her dead-end job

Monday, Nov 26, 2012 07:57 PM EST

Karie Bible (yes, that's her real name), a 'Historian in Black,' tells visitors about the famous and nearly forgotten at Hollywood Forever Cemetery. There's not an ounce of fiction in her stories. With her chiseled features, 1940s-style black dress, retro sunglasses and lacy black parasol, tour guide Karie Bible strolls the 60 acres of Hollywood Forever Cemetery looking as if she might be a ...

Inglewood superintendent returns to turn schools around

Monday, Nov 26, 2012 07:42 PM EST

Kent Taylor hopes to stabilize the insolvent district that he says set him on his course through life. But not everyone is rooting for him. When he was a kid, Kent Taylor bounced from school to school in South Los Angeles until his family landed in Inglewood. In sixth grade, he started classes at an elementary school under the LAX flight path.

Husband killed wife, cooked her on stove, police allege

Monday, Nov 26, 2012 11:12 AM EST

A 68-year-old Oceanside man is accused of killing and dismembering his 73-year-old wife.


Canyon News

Canyon News - UCLA Disputes "Most Dangerous College" Claims

Monday, Nov 26, 2012 04:41 PM EST

WESTWOOD—UCLA is disputing a recent study that has labeled it the “most dangerous college in America.” The study was conducted by Businessinsider.com, a New York based news website, that looked at FBI crime statistics from 2008 to 2011 for US public universities with 10,000 students or more.

Canyon News - The 81st Annual Hollywood Christmas Parade

Monday, Nov 26, 2012 03:11 PM EST

HOLLYWOOD HILLS—This Sunday, Tinsel town hosted its 81st annual holiday parade where thousands of people gathered for the 3.5-mile route down , , and Sunset Boulevard.


CBS 2 Los Angeles

3.4-Magnitude Quake Strikes Hesperia

Monday, Nov 26, 2012 09:19 PM EST

A small earthquake rattled the high desert area east of Los Angeles on Monday.

Simon Cowell’s Beverly Hills Home Becomes Latest Target Of ‘Swatting’

Monday, Nov 26, 2012 08:54 PM EST

Simon Cowell was the latest victim of what officials call “swatting” after a prankster called in a false crime Sunday sending officers to his Beverly Hills home.

Riverside Terror Suspect Denied Bail

Monday, Nov 26, 2012 08:35 PM EST

A judge Monday denied bail for a Riverside man who is one of four men accused of plotting to kill Americans and destroy U.S. targets in the Middle East.

Woman Accused Of Drunkenly Driving With Dying Man On Hood Worked As Addiction Counselor

Monday, Nov 26, 2012 08:24 PM EST

The woman suspected of driving under the influence when she hit a pedestrian and drove with the dying man on her hood for more than two miles has worked as a drug and alcohol counselor and was a former addict.

Halle Berry’s Ex Files Restraining Order Against Her Fiancé

Monday, Nov 26, 2012 07:02 PM EST

Halle Berry’s ex-boyfriend, Gabriel Aubry, filed a restraining order Monday against the actress’ fiancé Olivier Martinez.


The Press-Enterprise

BANNING: Man suspected of making moonshine

Monday, Nov 26, 2012 06:41 PM EST

Police chief says moonshine still is the first he’s encountered in 25 years of law enforcement.

CORONA: One killed in helicopter explosion

Monday, Nov 26, 2012 10:14 AM EST

A helicopter burst into flames while refueling Sunday night at the Corona airport


Los Angeles Daily News

Air pollution may be factor in autism, researchers report

Monday, Nov 26, 2012 10:15 PM EST

Researchers have found that exposure to traffic-related air pollution during pregnancy is associated with autism, according to a new study released on Monday.

Green Dot Public Schools finalist for federal Race to the Top money

Monday, Nov 26, 2012 10:09 PM EST

Green Dot Public Schools, a 12-year-old charter organization, was named Monday as a finalist for a prestigious federal grant, one of four California groups to qualify for Race to the Top money.

End it like Beckham: L.A. Galaxy's David Beckham leaves lasting soccer legacy

Monday, Nov 26, 2012 09:59 PM EST

Clearly, David Beckham had no grasp of the American sporting landscape. Just who was this guy who set out to transform a game that would seemingly forever be an afterthought?

How Jose Saenz, one of FBI's Ten Most Wanted, was caught after 14 years

Monday, Nov 26, 2012 09:44 PM EST

After being arrested Thursday night outside his nondescript apartment above a beauty shop in western Mexico, he gave his name as Giovanni Torres. But the 37-year-old man living alone there was actually one of the FBI's 10 most wanted fugitives: Jose Luis Saenz.

Bargain Hunter: Spend happy hour at new Yard House in Northridge; restaurant opens Sunday

Monday, Nov 26, 2012 08:45 PM EST

There's a new happy hour in town thanks to Yard House, which opens its first San Fernando Valley restaurant in Northridge on Sunday.


NBC Los Angeles

Birds Beware: Airport May Beef Up Efforts to Clear Airfield

Monday, Nov 26, 2012 09:27 PM EST

Fear of birds flying into engines and causing potentially fatal plane crashes has prompted one California airport to consider bringing in crews to shoot at the flocks.

Park Workout Classes Under Fire

Monday, Nov 26, 2012 09:27 PM EST

The City of Santa Monica is is considering banning workout classes and boot camps from city parks. While people enjoy exercising under the trees, others say the training disturbs the peace at the park.

SoCal Weight Loss Co. Pays $900,000 for False Claims

Monday, Nov 26, 2012 06:42 PM EST

A Southern California weight loss company that claimed consumers would lose weight by sprinkling its "Tastants" -- flavored crystals -- on food must pay more than $900,000 to settle a false advertising lawsuit. Photo Credit: Getty Images

Body Found in Driveway; 2 Others Dead in Home

Monday, Nov 26, 2012 06:42 PM EST

A man apparently shot to death was discovered in the driveway of an Ontario home and police discovered two more bodies inside the residence. Photo Credit: Craig Fiegener

Powerball Jackpot at Record High

Monday, Nov 26, 2012 06:13 PM EST

With no one matching all the numbers picked in Saturday night’s Powerball drawing, the grand prize for the multi-state lottery game is now the highest in the game’s history, at an estimated $425 million. Photo Credit: Getty Images


KABC-TV Los Angeles

OC Sheriff Sandra Hutchens has breast cancer, will cut down on duties

Monday, Nov 26, 2012 10:10 PM EST

OC Sheriff Sandra Hutchens formally announced Monday that she has breast cancer and will cut down on her duties.

LA mayoral debate to air live on ABC7 on Saturday, Dec. 15

Monday, Nov 26, 2012 09:08 PM EST

ABC7 is proud to broadcast the Los Angeles mayoral debate live from 7 p.m. to 8 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 15.

3.4-magnitude earthquake hits near Hesperia

Monday, Nov 26, 2012 08:25 PM EST

A 3.4-magnitude earthquake struck the Inland Empire on Monday. There were no immediate reports of damage or injury.

3 men found dead at Ontario house; investigation under way

Monday, Nov 26, 2012 07:25 PM EST

A triple homicide investigation is under way in Ontario after three men were found dead at a house in Ontario Monday.

Richard Riordan halts pension reform campaign

Monday, Nov 26, 2012 06:10 PM EST

Former Los Angeles Mayor Richard Riordan ended his push Monday to get pension reform on the May 21 ballot.


Daily Breeze

Hermosa Beach councilmen seek treasurer's suspension, audit of finances

Monday, Nov 26, 2012 10:20 PM EST

Two Hermosa Beach councilmen are pushing to suspend City Treasurer David Cohn's authority to manage public funds until an investigation into an alleged extortion attempt and audit of city finances has been completed.

Fireworks to highlight Manhattan Beach centennial celebration

Monday, Nov 26, 2012 10:20 PM EST

Manhattan Beach will celebrate the holidays and the town's centennial with fireworks and other festivities on Sunday, Dec. 9, the city announced Monday.

Sepulveda Boulevard lanes in Westwood to close due to construction

Monday, Nov 26, 2012 09:20 PM EST

Motorists navigating through the Sepulveda Pass will have less room to maneuver for the next week as construction work narrows a section of Sepulveda Boulevard next to the San Diego (405) Freeway.

Los Angeles mayoral candidates to hold televised debate in January

Monday, Nov 26, 2012 09:20 PM EST

The Los Angeles League of Conservation Voters announced Monday it will co-host a debate next month among the candidates for mayor - the first of the election cycle to be broadcast live by a local news station.

Tuesday's police log: Carson and Torrance

Monday, Nov 26, 2012 08:50 PM EST

Recent police activities in Carson and Torrance. | POLICE NEWS | BLOG: SOUTH BAY CRIME, COURT NEWS | FACEBOOK


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