Wednesday, February 19, 2014

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Los Angeles Times

California leaders propose drought relief funding plan

Wednesday, Feb 19, 2014 09:08 PM EST

Gov. Jerry Brown and legislative leaders propose a $687.4-million emergency plan to free up water and help affected residents. SACRAMENTO — Gov. Jerry Brown and legislative leaders unveiled a proposed $687.4-million drought-relief package Wednesday to free up water supplies and aid Californians facing financial ruin because of the state's prolonged dry spell.        

Scientists turn to crowdfunding to support research

Wednesday, Feb 19, 2014 07:56 PM EST

With traditional funding stagnant and competition fierce, some scientists are using Internet sites such as Experiment to appeal to the public for money. UC San Diego graduate student Alex Piel is studying the family dynamics and habitats of chimpanzees in Tanzania's savanna. The research requires tracking animals, retrieving fecal samples and then testing to confirm genetic links.        

Water war boils down to farmers vs. fishermen

Wednesday, Feb 19, 2014 07:55 PM EST

Even when there's not a drought, there isn't enough to go around. And the collapse of a great estuary will endanger far more than the smelt. SACRAMENTO—Don't blame the little fish. And don't call it the Central Valley.        

L.A. Archdiocese settles final priest abuse case for $13 million

Wednesday, Feb 19, 2014 08:23 AM EST

The settlement ends a decade of abuse litigation that cost the Catholic Church more than $740 million. The Los Angeles Archdiocese has settled what officials said is the last of its pending priest molestation lawsuits, bringing to a close a decade of wrenching abuse litigation that cost the Catholic Church more than $740 million.        

Restaurant's healthcare surcharge draws strong responses

Wednesday, Feb 19, 2014 01:08 AM EST

The owners of Republique on La Brea have added a 3% fee to every bill to pay for insurance for every employee. But not all patrons are biting. I had breakfast at Republique on La Brea Avenue on Tuesday, and here's how the tab broke down:        


Canyon News

Canyon News - Camp Harmony Warms Winter Weekend

Wednesday, Feb 19, 2014 08:23 PM EST

MALIBU — Camp Harmony is aiming to remind kids of the advantages of sunny California weather in winter.

Canyon News - SMPL Screens "Rock The Boat"

Wednesday, Feb 19, 2014 08:23 PM EST

SANTA MONICA―On Thursday, February 27, Santa Monica Public Library will host a screening and discussion of the documentary “Rock the Boat” at 7:00 p.m. in the MLK Jr. Auditorium.

Canyon News - Woman Standing Trial For Mother’s Murder

Wednesday, Feb 19, 2014 07:53 PM EST

WOODLAND HILLS—On February 4, the Los Angeles District Attorney’s Office announced that a 25-year-old woman will stand trial for the fatal shooting of her mother.

Canyon News - Former NFL Player Charged With Rape

Wednesday, Feb 19, 2014 08:38 AM EST

WEST HOLLYWOOD—Former pro football player Darren Sharper was charged on February 14 with drugging and raping two women, one in October and the other in January, said the Los Angeles County District Attorney’s Office in a press release.

Canyon News - Identity Theft Suspect Wanted

Wednesday, Feb 19, 2014 08:38 AM EST

SANTA MONICA —On January 14 the Santa Monica Police Department released a bulletin reaching out to the public for help in identifying identity theft suspects. Since November 2013, detectives have been trying to track down identity theft suspects.


Beverly Hills Courier

Beverly Hills News – E-Cigs Regulated like Tobacco

Wednesday, Feb 19, 2014 08:00 PM EST

The Beverly Hills City Council voted to approve an ordinance that will regulate the use of e-cigarettes in the City in the same way as tobacco is regulated.

Beverly Hills News – Residents Urged to Conserve Water

Wednesday, Feb 19, 2014 08:00 PM EST

California is experience the worst drought since records have been kept, but Southern California is managing. Years of investment in water storage infrastructure, storage of surplus supplies and conservation efforts is saving Southern California and Beverly Hills - for now.

TightWipes debuts as easy-to-use hand wipe for sneakerheads to keep footwear, belongings clean

Wednesday, Feb 19, 2014 06:30 PM EST

Whether you are a big sneaker head who boasts a […]

KIev in Flames, Protests Spread; Obama Warns of Consequences; 26 Dead

Wednesday, Feb 19, 2014 06:00 PM EST

Thousands of helmeted protesters steeled themselves Wednesday for new clashes with riot police on Kiev's flame-engulfed main square after the deadliest night of violence in Ukraine's post-Soviet history.

Koretz Supports Climate Action Trek from Los Angeles to D.C.

Wednesday, Feb 19, 2014 06:00 PM EST

Los Angeles City Councilman Paul Koretz today helped a Pomona man raise awareness of his participation in the "Great March for Climate Action,'' a 3,000-mile trek from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C., that's aimed at elevating the conversation about climate change.


CBS 2 Los Angeles

Calif. Health Exchange Tops 800,000 Sign-Ups

Wednesday, Feb 19, 2014 09:48 PM EST

More than 800,000 Californians have signed up for insurance through mid-February on the state's health care exchange.

Domino’s Pizza In San Bernardino Holds Fundraiser For Slain Employee

Wednesday, Feb 19, 2014 09:48 PM EST

A Domino's Pizza in San Bernardino Wednesday was holding a fundraiser in honor of an employee who was killed at the restaurant.

Suspect Tackled By Officers During Chase In MacArthur Park

Wednesday, Feb 19, 2014 09:45 PM EST

A suspect led police in MacArthur Park on a wild car chase before hopping out of the vehicle and fleeing on foot.

Building Permits In Hollywood Are Hard To Come By, Homeowner Says

Wednesday, Feb 19, 2014 09:34 PM EST

Hollywood homeowner Nicole Alaimo has a series of home renovation plans that she's anxious to get done, but she recently faced a snag.

Inglewood Man Pleads No Contest To Fatal Hit-And-Run Of Santa Monica Mom

Wednesday, Feb 19, 2014 09:01 PM EST

A 38-year-old man pleaded no contest Wednesday to a hit-and-run that killed a Santa Monica woman as she was strapping a toddler into a car seat.


Orange County Register

Port truckers battle companies over wages

Wednesday, Feb 19, 2014 09:19 PM EST

Dennis Martinez hauls containers for a trucking firm from the twin ports of Los Angeles and Long Beach to a Target warehouse in Carson, often working 70 hours a week.

Bree Walker, ex-anchor, arrested on suspicion of DUI

Wednesday, Feb 19, 2014 09:01 PM EST

ANAHEIM - Bree Walker, former TV news anchor and disability-rights activist, was arrested early Wednesday morning on suspicion of driving under the influence, police said.

Capo asks public to weigh in on superintendent search

Wednesday, Feb 19, 2014 08:56 PM EST

What qualities should the next superintendent of Capistrano Unified School District posses?A private firm hired to recruit a replacement for retiring Superintendent Joe Farley wants to know.

Parents allege abuse of autistic son in Orange Unified

Wednesday, Feb 19, 2014 08:44 PM EST

ORANGE - A family said it was filing a lawsuit against the Orange Unified School District on Wednesday alleging that a teacher at Palmyra Elementary School physically and emotionally abused its severely autistic son.

San Juan ordered to pay legal fees in water-rates suit

Wednesday, Feb 19, 2014 08:29 PM EST

The city of San Juan Capistrano must pay for the legal fees incurred by a group of residents who successfully sued the city over its tiered water-rate system, a judge ruled this week.


KABC-TV Los Angeles

Pizza store raises funds for slain manager in San Bernardino

Wednesday, Feb 19, 2014 09:24 PM EST

A week after Nelly Kantun was fatally shot at a Domino's store, the money made Wednesday will go to a memorial fund.

Breast cancer screening: Test identifies products that can raise risk

Wednesday, Feb 19, 2014 08:40 PM EST

Researchers are developing a test that may identify which drugs and substances increase a woman's risk of breast cancer.

Colorado theater shooting: Judge orders 2nd mental exam for James Holmes

Wednesday, Feb 19, 2014 08:09 PM EST

Colorado theater shooting defendant James Holmes must undergo a second psychiatric exam, the judge ruled Wednesday.

Inmates injured in jail-bus crash in downtown LA

Wednesday, Feb 19, 2014 06:28 PM EST

A bus carrying jail inmates in downtown Los Angeles was involved in a traffic collision near the Twin Towers Jail Wednesday.

Girl waiting for school bus attacked by dog

Wednesday, Feb 19, 2014 06:16 PM EST

A 10-year-old girl waiting for her school bus in Desert Hot Springs was attacked by a dog on Wednesday morning.


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