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Today's Local News for Beverly Hills CA : Kim Wilcox appointed ninth chancellor of UC Riverside Los Angeles Times - Thursday, Aug 08, 2013 11:04 PM EDT California sees a surprise drop in student test scores Los Angeles Times - Thursday, Aug 08, 2013 10:07 PM EDT Canyon News - 2nd Annual National Girlfriends Networking Day Canyon News - Thursday, Aug 08, 2013 08:11 AM EDT Canyon News - California Incline Closure Canyon News - Thursday, Aug 08, 2013 08:11 AM EDT Good Girls Beverly Hills Courier - Thursday, Aug 08, 2013 11:03 PM EDT City Council Will Review All Metro Permits Beverly Hills Courier - Thursday, Aug 08, 2013 11:02 PM EDT Los Angeles Times Kim Wilcox appointed ninth chancellor of UC Riverside Thursday, Aug 08, 2013 11:04 PM EDT Kim Wilcox, 59, a former top official at Michigan State University, is appointed at a special meeting of the UC Board of Regents. Kim A. Wilcox, a former top official at Michigan State University, was appointed as the ninth chancellor of UC Riverside at a special meeting of the UC Board of Regents on Thursday.         California sees a surprise drop in student test scores Thursday, Aug 08, 2013 10:07 PM EDT Reversal of a long-term trend in student test scores disturbs educators. But L.A. Unified students outperform many. For the first time in a decade, California standardized test scores in English and math slipped this year, flummoxing educators who blame budget cuts and new national learning standards that have required curriculum changes.         Plans for pet repository in San Francisco spur theological flap Thursday, Aug 08, 2013 10:03 PM EDT A San Francisco church is creating a space for pet cremains, in honor of the patron saint of animals. But the project is stirring a theological controversy. SAN FRANCISCO — This is, after all, the City of St. Francis. So when a shrine named in his honor announced plans to build a repository for pet ashes in a catacomb-like hollow under the stairs of its 19th-century church, many animal lovers ... Riverside County wildfire's speed shows growing risks Thursday, Aug 08, 2013 10:03 PM EDT The Silver blaze is the latest sign that 2013 is shaping up to be a particularly bad fire season. Record dry conditions are a key factor. BANNING, Calif. — The photo flashed across a cellphone, frightening Kymberley Heighes.         Obama, in first visit to Camp Pendleton, hails '9/11 generation' Thursday, Aug 08, 2013 10:01 PM EDT President Obama on Wednesday praised the "9/11 generation" for successes in Iraq, Afghanistan and other trouble spots. CAMP PENDLETON — To the cheers of Marines, sailors and their family members, President Obama on Wednesday praised the “9/11 generation” for successes in Iraq, Afghanistan and other trouble spots.         Canyon News Canyon News - 2nd Annual National Girlfriends Networking Day Thursday, Aug 08, 2013 08:11 AM EDT SHERMAN OAKS—On Tuesday, August 6, Office Slice presented Girlfriends Networking, a meeting that allows female entrepreneurs, business owners, freelancers and various career women to mingle and talk. Canyon News - California Incline Closure Thursday, Aug 08, 2013 08:11 AM EDT SANTA MONICA —The California Incline in Santa Monica will soon be going through multiple repairs that could possibly tie up traffic. Canyon News - City Council Addresses Pending Issues Thursday, Aug 08, 2013 12:11 AM EDT BEVERLY HILLS — On Tuesday, August 06, 2013, City Council held its Study Session and Formal Meeting. A long list of topics were discussed on the agenda. Beverly Hills Courier Good Girls Thursday, Aug 08, 2013 11:03 PM EDT Carmen Electra, Jennifer Hudson and Sophia Bush glamorized the 2013 Do Something Awards at the Avalon in Hollywood. City Council Will Review All Metro Permits Thursday, Aug 08, 2013 11:02 PM EDT Mayor John Mirisch, Vice Mayor Lili Bosse and Councilmember Nancy Krasne made sure Tuesday night that no Metro work will be done in Beverly Hills city limits unless they sign off on it. Beverly Hills City Council Won’t Oppose Measure E Acceleration Thursday, Aug 08, 2013 11:02 PM EDT Despite all individually stating their opposition to it, the Beverly Hills City Council on Tuesday chose not to support a motion that would have taken a stern stance against the Board of Education’s decision to accelerate the Measure E bond sale. PTA Council Thursday, Aug 08, 2013 11:02 PM EDT The PTA Council hosted breakfast at the high school yesterday for Beverly Hills Unified staff on the first official day back for district employees. Pictured above are the PTA presidents (back row, from left to right): Howard Goldstein, Dr. Anshu Batra, Franny Rennie,Ronit Stone, Marjaneh Manavi, Jodi Galen, Michele Rose, Tara Cucci, Glenna Baron and Rose Kaiserman; (bottom row, from left ... Courier Launches Silicon Beach Clearly – New Website & Eblasts! Thursday, Aug 08, 2013 11:02 PM EDT “Silicon Beach Clearly” and siliconbeachclearly.com launch today going out to over 31,000 online and emails including the regular on-line subscribers to bhcourier.com. CBS 2 Los Angeles Friends Of Suspect In Venice Boardwalk Crash Stunned By Alleged Violence Thursday, Aug 08, 2013 11:06 PM EDT Friends of the suspect in the Venice Boardwalk crash say they were stunned to learn of his involvement in Saturday's rampage that killed an Italian tourist on her honeymoon and injured 16 others. Hundreds Of Lifeguards In Manhattan Beach Compete In Grueling Competition Thursday, Aug 08, 2013 10:21 PM EDT For the first time in five years, lifeguards from across the country are in Manhattan Beach for the four-day National Lifeguard Championships. New Evacuations Issued As Silver Fire Rages At 10 Percent Containment Thursday, Aug 08, 2013 10:00 PM EDT Authorities Thursday issued new evacuation orders for approximately 30 Riverside County homes as crews continued to battle a fast-moving wildfire south of Banning. Tour Director: Michael Jackson Was Responsible For His Own Health Thursday, Aug 08, 2013 09:19 PM EDT The choreographer for Michael Jackson's ill-fated tour took the stand for a second round of testimony, proving a key witness for both sides in the wrongful death lawsuit brought by the singer's family against concert promoter AEG Live. Pipe Bomb Found In Vehicle In North Hills Thursday, Aug 08, 2013 09:15 PM EDT A pipe bomb was found in a vehicle in North Hills on Thursday. Orange County Register Chapman film school expansion is underway Thursday, Aug 08, 2013 10:34 PM EDT Construction on Chapman University's expansion of the Dodge College of Film and Media Arts is underway and on track to wrap next year, university officials said. Police: Man found with 116.5 pounds of drugs Thursday, Aug 08, 2013 09:44 PM EDT FOUNTAIN VALLEY - A man was arrested on suspicion of possession of 116. Marilyn King, last surviving member of King Sisters, dies Thursday, Aug 08, 2013 09:29 PM EDT LAGUNA NIGUEL - Marilyn King, the last surviving member of the famous swing-era vocal family The King Sisters, has died after a battle with cancer. Problem pigeon no longer on loose in Begonia Park Thursday, Aug 08, 2013 08:07 PM EDT A pigeon that liked to hang out on a wire along First Avenue and swoop down on women's heads - particularly women with dark or red hair - is apparently safe at home. Starving dog found in Seal Beach clings to life Thursday, Aug 08, 2013 07:58 PM EDT SEAL BEACH - The most emaciated dog Seal Beach animal rescuers had ever seen is in critical condition at the Animal Hospital of Huntington Beach. The Press-Enterprise SILVER FIRE: Snow Creek evacuated; lower Cabazon on alert Thursday, Aug 08, 2013 10:25 AM EDT Flames came dangerously close to Cabazon homes Thursday morning, but no additional property damage has been reported Los Angeles Daily News Body found in girlfriend's storage-unit freezer in Ventura Thursday, Aug 08, 2013 11:20 PM EDT Police are investigating a Southern California woman and her son after the body of her missing boyfriend was found in her storage unit's freezer, authorities said Thursday. Protesters call for rehiring fired gay teacher at Glendora Catholic high school Thursday, Aug 08, 2013 10:20 PM EDT GLENDORA - Protesters shouted messages of support, tolerance and equality on Sierra Madre Avenue in Glendora on Thursday morning at a demonstration outside the gates of St. Lucy's Priory High School opposing the recent firing of a longtime teacher. Photo gallery: Protest at St. Lucy's Priory High School Related: Catholic school alumni react to public firings of gay teachers Gregory J. Wilcox: President Obama's secret dinner date at Woodland Hills Hilton Thursday, Aug 08, 2013 10:05 PM EDT We now know why President Barack Obama had a sleepover at the Woodland Hills Hilton on Tuesday. The president had a secret dinner date with mega-donor and DreamWorks Animation CEO Jeffrey Katzenberg, according to Keith Koffler, who writes the White House Dossier blog. John Deasy urges LAUSD staff to 'stay calm' in the face of change Thursday, Aug 08, 2013 04:55 PM EDT Los Angeles schools superintendent John Deasy on Thursday sought to reassure teachers and principals in the nation's second largest school district to remain courageous as the district undergoes major classroom changes. Hanni El Khatib headlines Santa Monica Pier Twilight Concert Series Thursday, Aug 08, 2013 04:51 PM EDT The reverb of the guitar is expected to rattle the beach-side town of Santa Monica as two renowned rockers hit the pier for the fifth installment of the Twilight Concert series. KABC-TV Los Angeles Kitson boutique burglarized in West Hollywood: Thief tunneled through wall Thursday, Aug 08, 2013 10:24 PM EDT The high-fashion Kitson boutique in West Hollywood was broken into by a burglar who tunneled through a wall. Toyota wrongful death lawsuit: Opening statements begin Thursday, Aug 08, 2013 09:31 PM EDT A lawyer for plaintiffs in a wrongful death lawsuit against Toyota told a jury he will ask for $20 million in damages. Hawthorne mayor charged with perjury for not disclosing source of deposits Thursday, Aug 08, 2013 09:31 PM EDT Hawthorne Mayor Daniel Juarez has been charged with perjury for allegedly withholding the sources of $25K in deposits. El Sereno shooting caught on tape; search for gunmen Thursday, Aug 08, 2013 06:30 PM EDT Two people were caught on camera shooting a man on a bicycle in El Sereno. Police hope the public can help find the gunmen. Amber Alert sightings in other states; suspect may have explosives Thursday, Aug 08, 2013 06:16 PM EDT Unconfirmed sightings of a California fugitive's car have been reported in Oregon and Washington days after James Lee DiMaggio allegedly abducted a Lakewood teen and possibly her brother. Authorities said Thursday DiMaggio may be carrying homemade explosives. Daily Breeze Fund established to help Gardena man killed in crash Thursday, Aug 08, 2013 10:45 PM EDT A 19-year-old Gardena man who spent most of his life in foster care has died from injuries suffered when he was hit by a car while riding his bicycle home from work. Man gets life without parole for double-murder near Carson Thursday, Aug 08, 2013 10:43 PM EDT A 32-year-old man was sentenced Thursday to life in prison without the possibility of parole for fatally stabbing his girlfriend and her mother and wounding a man who rented a room in their condominium near Carson. Mixed reviews for San Pedro's 125th birthday bash Thursday, Aug 08, 2013 10:30 PM EDT San Pedro's 125th brithday bash last weekend was freely hyped by the likes of local television and radio stations on top of the usual local media outlets. Man tries to abduct girl, put her in trunk in Wilmington Thursday, Aug 08, 2013 10:18 PM EDT A man grabbed an 11-year-old girl on a Wilmington street and tried to throw her into the trunk of his car, but she fought him off and escaped, police said Thursday. | POLICE NEWS Friday's police log: Lomita and the Palos Verdes Peninsula Thursday, Aug 08, 2013 08:07 PM EDT Recent police activities in Lomita and on the Palos Verdes Peninsula. | POLICE NEWS | BLOG: SOUTH BAY CRIME, COURT NEWS | FACEBOOK

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