Saturday, April 21, 2012

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Saturday, April 21, 2012 10:21 PM EDT

Today's Local News for Beverly Hills CA :

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Los Angeles Times

LAPD goes from longtime oppressor to community partner

Apr 21 7:00 PM EDT

In 1992, the LAPD was regarded with suspicion and downright hostility by many in South Los Angeles. Now, two decades after the riots, the 'siege mentality' is gone, crime is down significantly and 70% of city residents approve of the department. What LAPD Sgt. Rick Arteaga remembers most about the first night of the riots is a curbside history lesson at the intersection of Manchester and Vermont.

Teacher fired for role in porn film wants job back

Apr 21 12:32 PM EDT

An Oxnard teacher fired for allegedly appearing in a pornographic movie is fighting to ger her job back.

In new L.A. budget, Villaraigosa calls for elimination of 669 city jobs

Apr 21 12:32 PM EDT

The bulk of the job cuts in the mayor's $7.2-billion blueprint would affect civilian employees at the LAPD. Some officials quickly vowed to oppose any layoffs, saying city employees have repeatedly made sacrifices to solve the multi-year budget crisis. Setting the stage for a battle with city employees and fellow elected officials, Los Angeles Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa called Friday for the ...

San Francisco bids farewell to beloved Sam Wo Restaurant

Apr 21 12:32 PM EDT

Fans flock to the Chinatown eatery on its closing day to revel one last time in the signature food, decaying architecture and memories of a rude waiter. SAN FRANCISCO — Its decaying architecture, fluorescent lighting and kitchen prep sink wedged next to a toilet have served as fodder for a ribbing by comedian Conan O'Brien . Its 3 a.m. closing time made it a favorite for late-night club hoppers

President Obama designates Ft. Ord a national monument

Apr 21 12:31 PM EDT

The action gives more protection to the popular Monterey Peninsula site —off-road vehicles will not be allowed, but hiking, biking and horse trails will remain open. President Obama on Friday designated Ft. Ord a national monument, completing its conversion from bustling military base to popular Monterey Peninsula recreation area.


Canyon News

Canyon News - Zombie Attack Preparation

Apr 21 4:41 PM EDT

LOS ANGELES – Los Angeles Fire Department officials are as much concerned about preparedness on the part of the citizenry as they are about their own fire fighters and their equipment.

Canyon News - Malibu Reaches $6.6 Million Settlement

Apr 21 4:26 PM EDT

MALIBU —The City of Malibu reached a settlement on Friday, April 13 in a lawsuit filed by environmental groups, Nature Resources Defense Council and the Santa Monica Bay Keeper that held the city in violation of the Clean Water Act.

Canyon News - Two Wheels Over Four

Apr 21 4:26 PM EDT

LOS ANGELES—The fourth annual CicLAvia had Angelinos taking to the streets, abandoning their cars for the day in the name of cycling. CicLAvia took place from Sunday, April 15 from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm on a 10-mile stretch of City streets, closing thoroughfares to cars.

Canyon News - Critics Examine Suspension Protocols

Apr 21 4:26 PM EDT

LOS ANGELES — The threat of suspension looms larger for students today according to those finding fault with the Los Angeles school system, especially for Latino and African American students.

Canyon News - What's To Come For Malibu?

Apr 21 4:26 PM EDT

What's To Come For Malibu? MALIBU —What is to come for Malibu? That is the question Malibu Mayor Laura Zahn Rosenthal seeks to answer. The mayor will share her goals for the upcoming year at the State of the City address next week.


Beverly Hills Courier

Happenings...

Apr 20 5:35 PM EDT

Events and opportunities in our area...

Theatre 40 Brings Film Noir Classic Laura To The Stage

Apr 20 4:21 PM EDT

Starting life as a 1944 stylish 20th Century-Fox film noir, director Otto Preminger reportedly con vinced Darryl Zanuck to produce Laura . And yes, it is a classicof sorts.  The play version, perfect for community theater, runs through the end the month at Theatre 40 in Beverly Hills. 

HOROSCOPES BY HOLIDAY MATHIS (042012)

Apr 20 4:20 PM EDT

HOROSCOPES BY HOLIDAY MATHIS FOR RELEASE: FRIDAY, April 20, 2012

El Rodeo Relay for Life Event Aims to Make Cancer Cool for Kids, Families

Apr 19 10:51 PM EDT

When her daughter Sienna was diagnosed with cancer in October 2010, Dr. Michele Kalt was faced with the same questions any mother in her situation would have to face.

Stoller-Filer Health Center To Celebrate Grand Opening Next Week

Apr 19 10:50 PM EDT

The Stoller-Filer Health Center, the newest Planned Parenthood L.A. facility, at 11722 S. Wilmington Ave., Compton, will celebrate its grand opening on Tuesday.


CBS 2 Los Angeles

Wife Of Suspect Who Drove Stolen Car Off Cliff Speaks Out

Apr 21 8:30 PM EDT

"I started saying 'Michael get out of the car...we can handle this.'"

Mega Millions Jackpot Swells To $76 Million

Apr 21 7:51 PM EDT

There were no tickets sold with all six numbers in Friday's drawing of the multi-state Mega Millions lottery and the estimated jackpot for Tuesday's drawing will grow to $76 million.

Man Killed And Girl, 7, Critical In Hit-And-Run

Apr 21 6:54 PM EDT

A 38-year-old man was killed, and a 7-year-old girl was critically injured, when they were run over in a Willowbrook crosswalk by a pearl white Cadillac Escalade, California Highway Patrol officers said Saturday.

Welfare Check Leads Police To Stolen Vehicle Suspect In Malibu

Apr 21 6:50 PM EDT

A stolen vehicle suspect, who authorities say eluded a massive search by Los Angeles Sheriff's Deputies, was arrested in Malibu overnight.

Temecula Valley High Student Arrested For Bringing Gun, Ammo To School

Apr 21 6:35 PM EDT

A 16-year-old Temecula Valley High School student brought a gun and ammo to school and was arrested, a sheriff's department spokesman said Saturday.


Orange County Register

Hundreds of public workers in $300K club

Apr 21 6:43 PM EDT

Updated numbers, 4/21Local governments in California had

Festival celebrates art by the disabled

Apr 21 6:31 PM EDT

SANTA ANA - An afternoon of musical and vocal performances were heard Saturday as the 36th Annual Very Special Arts Festival celebrated the artistic accomplishments of individuals with disabilities at Westfield MainPlace Mall.Very Special Arts Orange County provides opportunities in art,...

Thousands turn out for Run Seal Beach

Apr 21 5:20 PM EDT

Under a cool overcast sky, thousands of runners, walkers and dogs converged onto the streets of Seal Beach to participate in a sell out event: Run Seal Beach.Two courses, a 10k and a 5k were offered. The event is a source of pride for Seal Beach, according to the non-profit, Run Seal Beach...

Casa Romantica exhibit salutes student art

Apr 21 4:48 PM EDT

Just how creative can a kid be? Stop by San Clemente's Casa Romantica Cultural Center and Gardens and see.For the ninth year, Casa Romantica is putting painting, drawing,...

Dana Point uncorks wine fest

Apr 21 1:59 PM EDT

The third annual California Wine Festival - Orange County opened in Dana Point on Friday night with a Sunset Rare & Reserve Wine Tasting at the Dana Point Yacht Club and continues Saturday with...


The Press-Enterprise

TEMECULA: SUV swerves, plunges off I-15

Apr 21 2:29 AM EDT

The driver, a 20-year-old Corona man, suffers major injuries and is taken to the hospital

FONTANA: Guard shoots, kills robber

Apr 21 12:02 AM EDT

Gunman pistol-whips guard, who manages to pull his own weapon and gun down one of the thieves

UPDATE: Daughter arrested in fatal Riverside house fire

Apr 20 7:39 PM EDT

Sheridan Court blaze kills father, hospitalizes mother of developmentally disabled woman; police, district attorney's officials investigate

RIVERSIDE: House fire kills 1 resident, hospitalizes another

Apr 20 12:28 PM EDT

Police and district attorney's officials are assisting in the investigation

RIVERSIDE: DUI suspect flees overturned Jeep

Apr 20 2:21 AM EDT

Led sheriff's deputies on 1-minute pursuit then crashed trying to drive through a ravine; his female passenger arrested


Los Angeles Daily News

Bellflower man arrested for attempting to steal airplane in Compton

Apr 21 2:53 PM EDT

A former flight student was arrested for allegedly trying to steal an airplane at gunpoint Friday at Woodley Airport in Compton, a sheriff's deputy said.

UPDATED: Man who allegedly drove stolen van into Malibu Canyon in custody

Apr 21 12:23 PM EDT

MALIBU - Deputies today said they would ask for attempted murder charges against a driver who allegedly scrambled out of a stolen van as it rolled down into Malibu Canyon.

NFL: Minnesota Senate committee approves public subsidy to help Vikings build new stadium

Apr 21 12:23 PM EDT

ST. PAUL, Minn. - A Minnesota Senate committee narrowly approved a public subsidy on Friday to help the Vikings build a new football stadium, reviving the team's struggling effort just hours after NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell visited the state Capitol to jumpstart what had been a stalled stadium debate.

Disney studio chief Rich Ross steps down in wake of 'John Carter' disaster

Apr 21 3:23 AM EDT

BURBANK - Disney movie studio boss Rich Ross is stepping down, a month after the family entertainment giant booked a huge loss on the mega-budget sci-fi movie "John Carter.

Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa wants to cut 669 city positions, raise retirement age in quest to balance budget

Apr 21 12:08 AM EDT

Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa called for the elimination of 669 city employee positions on Friday, unveiling a budget that slashes funds across the city, but modestly boosts the number of


NBC Los Angeles

Timeline: LA Riots

Apr 21 5:34 PM EDT

Some 53 people died, thousands were injured and $1 billion in damages were recorded during days of looting, assault and arson in the LA Riots. Here's a timeline. Photo Credit: ASSOCIATED PRESS

Alleged Drunk Driver Smashes Into Cop Car

Apr 21 5:04 PM EDT

After an alleged drunken driver smashed into deputies' unoccupied car, a routine traffic stop in Lomita turned into an accident scene. Photo Credit: Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department

10-Year-Old Girl Found

Apr 21 12:49 PM EDT

Police on Saturday were asking for the public's help to find 10-year-old Yaiza Cuevas who went missing Friday after a communication breakdown between the girl's babysitter and mother over what time she was...

Arrest Made After Malibu Cliff Plunge

Apr 21 11:04 AM EDT

A suspect led authorities on a nearly 10-hour search through the brush after plunging a stolen minivan over a cliff. Photo Credit: KNBC

Man Going Free After 27 Years in Prison

Apr 21 2:34 AM EDT

Frank O'Connell, who spent 27 years in prison, was set to go free on bail Friday night. His conviction has been thrown out, and it's unclear if he will face a retrial


Daily Breeze

Fresh & Easy store coming to El Segundo

Apr 21 10:01 PM EDT

Downtown El Segundo lost its only full-service grocery store when Cooke's Market closed last week after a roughly eight-year run at Grand Avenue and Richmond Street. But the site that has long housed grocers, including Boys Market, Alpha Beta and Ralphs, is preparing to welcome a new one: Fresh & Easy.

Children from `Walk with Sally' charity learn how to prepare a healthy meal in Hermosa Beach

Apr 21 10:01 PM EDT

Patrick Sovalbarro has never been one for the culinary arts. But the 13-year-old spent Saturday morning in Hermosa Beach learning how to prepare a healthy dinner of pasta and salad.

LAUSD: Budget cuts force `Education Station' KLCS to hold pledge drive

Apr 21 10:00 PM EDT

Known for 40 years as "The Education Station," KLCS-TV is embarking on its first-ever fundraising drive in an effort to replace the $1.4 million cut by its owner, the cash-strapped Los Angeles Unified School District.

Freeway pursuit ends in Hawthorne with two arrests

Apr 21 3:00 PM EDT

GLENDALE - Three men smashed a glass window at a Glendale motorcycle dealership today, stole some leather jackets and led authorities on a freeway chase that ended in Hawthorne with a footchase and two arrests, a police sergeant said.

Court set to hear appeal from man convicted of shooting Gardena police officer

Apr 21 1:30 PM EDT

LOS ANGELES - A state appellate court panel is set next month to hear an appeal in the case of a Carson man convicted of attempted murder and other charges for the gang-related shooting of a Gardena police officer in January 2008.


Ventura County Star

Gardens are in full bloom for tour season

Apr 21 7:54 PM EDT

If it's spring, it must be garden tour season in Ventura County, where a number of organizations sponsor fundraising looks at private properties.

Two Ventura brothers arrested after brief foot chase

Apr 21 7:00 PM EDT

Two Ventura brothers wanted on warrants for violating their probation were arrested Saturday afternoon after leading police on a brief foot chase, police said.

Farmers turn to alternative energy despite money, time, risks and obstacles

Apr 21 6:29 PM EDT

Farmers, the self-described new green pioneers, are increasingly turning to alternative energy to lower costs, solve problems, boost efficiency and shrink their environmental footprint.

Former "Jeopardy" champ Ken Jennings tackles maps in his latest book; now he heads to Ventura County

Apr 21 6:00 PM EDT

Before Ken Jennings ever got hooked on "Jeopardy!" he was hooked on maps. When he was 7, he saved up his allowance money for months to buy a 1979 Hammond's Medallion World Atlas. He slept with it next to his pillow.

Briley: 3-day wine festival in New York is an event with good tastes

Apr 21 6:00 PM EDT

My wife, Nancy, and I just celebrated 30 years of marriage. We had talked about where we wanted to go and our list included France, Italy and New Zealand. However, we both had never been to New York and we eventually made this our destination. While we wanted to visit the city, we also wanted to explore New York wines. Depending on the year, New York is either the No. 2 or No. 3 producer of wine ...


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