Friday, May 24, 2013

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Los Angeles Times

Bringing the history of Jews in L.A. into clearer focus

Friday, May 24, 2013 09:46 PM EDT

Overlooked aspects of a very diverse group's contributions to the cultural mosaic are the subject of an exhibit at the Autry. What is the Jewish experience in Los Angeles?        

FBI investigating alleged gun resales by L.A. SWAT, SIS officers

Friday, May 24, 2013 08:47 PM EDT

The LAPD is also conducting its own probe into whether members of the elite units resold custom-made pistols for profit. The FBI is investigating whether members of the Los Angeles Police Department's elite SWAT and Special Investigations Section units violated the law by purchasing large numbers of custom-made handguns and reselling them for profit, according to interviews.        

Popular principal's dismissal leaves a South L.A. school divided

Friday, May 24, 2013 07:32 PM EDT

Irma Cobian was highly regarded at Weigand Avenue Elementary in Watts. But under California's 2010 trigger law, she was ousted last week. 'It devastated our morale,' one teacher said. Third-grade teacher Kate Lewis said Irma Cobian is the best principal she's had in nine years at Weigand Avenue Elementary School in Watts.        

Ice cream tour delivers the scoop on L.A.

Friday, May 24, 2013 02:01 AM EDT

'Eat Your Way Through L.A.' excursions let an L.A. enthusiast serve up an inside look at his beloved hometown and its eclectic cuisine. How early is too early for ice cream? How many scoops constitute too many scoops?        

Kern County says heart disease, not beating, caused man's death

Friday, May 24, 2013 01:32 AM EDT

David Sal Silva, videotaped in an altercation with Kern County deputies, died of heart disease, not a beating, the coroner says. A man at the center of a videotaped altercation with Kern County sheriff's deputies earlier this month died from heart disease, not baton blows, authorities said Thursday.        


Canyon News

Canyon News - Beverly Hills Centennial Web Series

Friday, May 24, 2013 07:26 PM EDT

BEVERLY HILLS — On January 28, 2014, the city of Beverly Hills will celebrate its 100th anniversary and the Beverly Hills Historical Society is planning more than parades and concerts to celebrate.

Canyon News - Rupert Murdoch Purchases Bel Air Vineyard

Friday, May 24, 2013 06:11 PM EDT

BEL AIR—The Australian American media mogul has reportedly bought a vineyard in Bel Air. The property which Rupert Murdoch is interested in grosses at around $29.5 million. With 13 acres of land, the property houses Moraga Vineyards and Winery which has been owned by Tom and Ruth Jones since 1959.

Canyon News - Burglars Targetting Tourists In Hotels

Friday, May 24, 2013 06:11 PM EDT

LOS ANGELES — The Los Angeles Police Department is asking for the public’s help in identifying three burglary suspects that may be targeting tourists in area hotels.

Canyon News - LAPD Officer Arrested For Sexual Molestation

Friday, May 24, 2013 10:11 AM EDT

LOS ANGELES—On Saturday, May 18, Los Angeles Police officer Miguel Angel Schiappapietra Jr., 28, was arrested at his home after reportedly molesting two young girls.


Beverly Hills Courier

Health Happenings…

Friday, May 24, 2013 07:54 PM EDT

NAMI offers course for families of individuals with mental illness; golf tourney benefits the Blind Childrens Center.

Placido Domingo, Melissa Manchester To Headline Temple Beth Am Gala

Friday, May 24, 2013 04:10 PM EDT

Marilyn Ziering and her family to be honored at the event which will also feature Cantor Magda Fishman and a tribute to late composer Marvin Hamlisch.

Beverly Hills Weekly Sued For Fraudulent, Deceptive Trade Practices

Friday, May 24, 2013 04:09 PM EDT

The Beverly Hills Weekly was sued in Los Angeles Superior Court today by The Beverly Hills Courier Publishing Co. for “regularly, consistently, and openly” violating multiple state law provisions governing the publication of legal notices and for unfair, deceptive and fraudulent trade practices.

PLAYING BY THE RULES

Friday, May 24, 2013 03:24 PM EDT

Rules are big this week – or, that is, violation of the rules.

On Cougar Relationships, A Toddler Who Hides Things

Friday, May 24, 2013 12:25 PM EDT

Dear Dr. Fran, I am a successful 47-year-old entertainment attorney. A few months ago, I met and began dating a much younger 32-year-old guy. I am falling in love with him. In your opinion is it possible for cougar relationships to work out? Why or why not?


CBS 2 Los Angeles

Michael Clarke Duncan’s Family Says Racists Desecrated His Grave

Friday, May 24, 2013 10:26 PM EDT

"Green Mile" actor Michael Clarke Duncan's grave was desecrated by racists, according to TMZ.com.

Palmdale Boy Dies After Sustaining Skull Fracture In Case Of Suspected Child Abuse

Friday, May 24, 2013 10:02 PM EDT

Authorities Friday said a Palmdale boy has died after sustaining a massive skull fracture and other injuries in a case of suspected child abuse.

86-Year-Old Man Missing In Downey

Friday, May 24, 2013 09:28 PM EDT

Authorities want the public's help to find a missing 86-year-old Downey man.

LA One Step Closer To Banning Alcohol-Related Ads On City-Owned Benches, Street Furniture

Friday, May 24, 2013 08:59 PM EDT

Los Angeles City Council members are one step closer to banning alcohol-related advertisements on city-owned benches and street furniture.

Inland Empire Family Target Of Brazen Dog Thieves For 2nd Time In 3 Months

Friday, May 24, 2013 08:56 PM EDT

For the second time in three months, one Inland Empire family has been the target of dog thieves.


Orange County Register

Motorcyclist dies in crash on 241 transition road

Friday, May 24, 2013 09:56 PM EDT

ANAHEIM HILLS - A motorcyclist died in a freeway crash Friday afternoon, authorities said.

Two more men plead not guilty in burglaries at religious institutions

Friday, May 24, 2013 09:31 PM EDT

SANTA ANA - Two men charged in a series of burglaries at religious institutions throughout Orange County pleaded not guilty Friday, court records show.

Swimwear magnate invests in NBA's Kings

Friday, May 24, 2013 09:18 PM EDT

Wearing a white Sacramento Kings jersey over a purple polo shirt, Raj Bhathal waved to the crowd of thousands who cheered and applauded at Cesar Chavez Park in downtown Sacramento on Thursday.

He has been the strawberry man for 55 years

Friday, May 24, 2013 09:16 PM EDT

GARDEN GROVE - The strawberry fields here may be gone, but Jack Wallin is working to ensure their legacy will live on forever.

Police arrest man girls say photographed them near school

Friday, May 24, 2013 08:53 PM EDT

LA HABRA - A man suspected of photographing female students in La Habra was arrested Friday after he was seen by a school resource officer, police said.


The Press-Enterprise

IDYLLWILD: Charter bus catches fire en route to Astrocamp

Friday, May 24, 2013 04:47 PM EDT

The bus was heading to pick up students at the camp; the fire caused Highway 243 to be closed for about an hour

SAN BERNARDINO: Worker killed by rolling train

Friday, May 24, 2013 03:39 PM EDT

OSHA and police are investigating a man’s death at the BNSF rail yard

YUCCA VALLEY: Synthetic drugs seized from smoke shops

Friday, May 24, 2013 12:12 PM EDT

Authorities say local teens and Marines had been purchasing bath salts, which are similar to meth or LSD, and “spice,” which is like marijuana


Los Angeles Daily News

Ex-LAPD detective gets 20 years for wife's death in Hawaii

Friday, May 24, 2013 11:09 PM EDT

HONOLULU - A retired Los Angeles police detective has been sentenced to 20 years in prison in Hawaii for the 2006 beating death of his wife.

Palmdale man suspected in apparent torture, death of girlfriend's 8-year-old son

Friday, May 24, 2013 11:06 PM EDT

PALMDALE - A 32-year-old Palmdale man accused of inflicting critical injuries on his girlfriend's 8-year-old son was jailed today in lieu of $1 million bail and facing a court appearance next week.

California releases annual school rankings based on API scores

Friday, May 24, 2013 10:52 PM EDT

The state on Friday released its annual list of K-12 school rankings based on student performance on standardized tests, revealing little in the way of surprise for the South Bay and Harbor Area, where nearly 60 percent of the schools surpassed the statewide average. | Database: San Bernardino County school rankings | Los Angeles County school rankings

Caltech students celebrate Ditch Day with elaborate puzzles

Friday, May 24, 2013 10:51 PM EDT

PASADENA -- This Ditch Day wasn't for the faint of heart. Caltech underclassmen rappelled down a building, grabbing puzzle clues in white envelopes taped to the wall. Photos: 2013 Ditch Day at Caltech Video: Caltech Ditch Day Videos: Sledgehammers, 4D word search, students rappelling buildings and more

Higher than expected property taxes means L.A. County has more money to spend

Friday, May 24, 2013 10:39 PM EDT

The recovery in the real estate market is expected to provide a windfall for Los Angeles County in the form of higher-than-expected property tax collections.


NBC Los Angeles

8-Year-Old Boy Dies After Alleged Torture

Friday, May 24, 2013 09:14 PM EDT

An 8-year-old boy has died after being found not breathing and severely beaten allegedly by his mother’s boyfriend, the Palmdale Sheriff’s Department said Friday evening. Photo Credit: NBC

Pot Advocates Arrive for Medical Marijuana Confab

Friday, May 24, 2013 08:44 PM EDT

Days after LA voters approved a law that limits the number of pot dispensaries in the city, HempCon, America’s biggest medical marijuana convention, kicked off in downtown Los Angeles. Photo Credit: Tommy Bravo

Girl, 16, Among Victims in Alleged Human Trafficking

Friday, May 24, 2013 08:44 PM EDT

Authorities believe there may be more human trafficking victims out there after they arrested two men in Long Beach on suspicion of forcing a teenage girl and two women into prostitution against their wills.

"Kitten Season" Leaves Dozens of Animals Without a Home

Friday, May 24, 2013 08:29 PM EDT

Animal shelters are bulging at the seams as the number of abandoned kittens and puppies continues to surpass the number of loving homes willing to adopt a four-legged family member. Photo Credit: AP

Memorial Day DUI Checkpoints Set

Friday, May 24, 2013 07:14 PM EDT

Police are cracking down on motorists suspected of driving drunk during the Memorial Day Weekend. Photo Credit: Getty Images


KABC-TV Los Angeles

Los Angeles attempted murder suspect arrested in Colorado

Friday, May 24, 2013 11:09 PM EDT

A man wanted for more than a decade on attempted murder charges in Los Angeles has been arrested in Colorado.

Palmdale boy dies after allegedly being tortured

Friday, May 24, 2013 09:39 PM EDT

An 8-year-old boy who was believed to have been tortured by his mother and her boyfriend died Friday.

2 Long Beach suspects accused of human trafficking

Friday, May 24, 2013 09:24 PM EDT

Two Long Beach men have been taken into custody for allegedly kidnapping two women and forcing them into prostitution.

Compton suspect shot, killed after allegedly pointing gun at deputies

Friday, May 24, 2013 09:24 PM EDT

Deputies shot and killed a man after he allegedly pointed a gun at them following a short chase in Compton.

Pasadena building evacuated due to suspicious odor

Friday, May 24, 2013 08:44 PM EDT

An office building in Pasadena was evacuated after people suddenly felt sick. A hazmat team rushed to the scene.


Daily Breeze

California releases annual school rankings based on API scores

Friday, May 24, 2013 10:12 PM EDT

The state on Friday released its annual list of K-12 school rankings based on student performance on standardized tests, revealing little in the way of surprise for the South Bay and Harbor Area, where nearly 60 percent of the schools surpassed the statewide average. | Database: San Bernardino County school rankings | Los Angeles County school rankings

Judge dismisses Redondo Beach case against deputy charged with vehicular manslaughter

Friday, May 24, 2013 09:42 PM EDT

Calling a Redondo Beach woman's death a "tragic accident," a Torrance judge has dismissed the case against a Lomita sheriff's deputy charged with vehicular manslaughter for running over the woman and killing her as she took a holiday walk.

Paparazzi at LAX make their living stalking celebrities

Friday, May 24, 2013 08:42 PM EDT

The first thing you need to know about airport-based paparazzi is they like secrets. So no matter how nicely you ask, they may not share their real names with you.

Senior condominium project moving forward in Rancho Palos Verdes

Friday, May 24, 2013 07:57 PM EDT

Trumark Homes has been given the green light to move forward with a 60-unit, age-restricted condominium project proposed for Crestridge Road in Rancho Palos Verdes.

Saturday's police log: Hawthorne, Lawndale and Gardena

Friday, May 24, 2013 07:37 PM EDT

Recent police activities in Hawthorne, Lawndale and Gardena. | POLICE NEWS | BLOG: SOUTH BAY CRIME, COURT NEWS | FACEBOOK


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