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Los Angeles Times

Gay marriage opponents caught in a vortex of public opinion

Wednesday, Jun 26, 2013 09:26 PM EDT

Backers of Prop. 8 felt triumphant five years ago, but with Wednesday's Supreme Court ruling and a big shift in societal attitudes, they now feel increasingly marginalized. Pastor Jim Franklin was one of the leading voices supporting California's 2008 gay marriage ban. He spoke passionately about the importance of traditional marriage from the pulpit of Cornerstone Church in Fresno and led ...

Same-sex weddings to resume in California soon, officials say

Wednesday, Jun 26, 2013 09:03 PM EDT

A federal appeals court must first lift a hold on the original decision that struck down Proposition 8. Backers of the gay marriage ban weigh further legal action. SAN FRANCISCO — The U.S. Supreme Court's ruling on Proposition 8 will lead to same-sex weddings resuming in California in less than a month, officials said Wednesday, as disappointed backers of the marriage ban questioned whether to ...

Prop. 8 ruling parallels societal change

Wednesday, Jun 26, 2013 08:11 PM EDT

Attitudes have evolved rapidly since the anti-gay-marriage measure passed in 2008. Even Republican strategists agree it's time to move on to other issues. SACRAMENTO — The way I read it, the Supreme Court concluded what increasing numbers of Californians have been saying: that opponents of same-sex marriage can't show any personal harm from two gay people exchanging vows.        

Casden agrees to downsize West L.A. development

Wednesday, Jun 26, 2013 03:33 AM EDT

Developer Casden West L.A. drops plans for a grocery store and Target and reduces number of homes after critics complain about expected new traffic. Real estate developer Casden West L.A. has agreed to chop down the size of its hotly contested commercial and residential project on the Westside, following two weeks of negotiations with neighborhood groups, a company official said Tuesday.        

LAPD, probation officers shot in South L.A.

Wednesday, Jun 26, 2013 02:03 AM EDT

Two officers conducting a search in a home in an unincorporated area were shot by a gunman hiding in an attic. The gunman remains at large. A gunman hiding in an attic opened fire Tuesday evening on several officers conducting a parole-probation search, wounding a parole officer and an LAPD gang officer, law enforcement authorities told The Times.        


Canyon News

Canyon News - Foot Surgeon Sentenced In Identity Theft Case

Wednesday, Jun 26, 2013 09:26 PM EDT

BEVERLY HILLS —A foot surgeon was sentenced for his part in an identity theft scheme that defrauded two major banks out of millions.

Canyon News - Two Men Charged In Residential Burglary

Wednesday, Jun 26, 2013 09:26 PM EDT

SANTA MONICA — Santa Monica officers arrested two men on Thursday, June 13, after they were caught stealing an iPod from a vehicle.

Canyon News - Suspicious Blaze Injures Two Firefighters

Wednesday, Jun 26, 2013 05:26 PM EDT

HOLLYWOOD —Two Los Angeles Firefighters were injured on Sunday, June 23 while contending with a suspicious blaze at an abandoned two-story home.

Canyon News - Parking Meter Hours Extended

Wednesday, Jun 26, 2013 08:26 AM EDT

WEST HOLLYWOOD—Parking meter enforcement hours will be extended in the city of West Hollywood beginning in July to cater to local businesses and the public.

Canyon News - Jerry Bruckheimer Receives Hollywood Star

Wednesday, Jun 26, 2013 08:11 AM EDT

HOLLYWOOD HILLS--On Monday June 24, throngs of adoring and screaming fans witnessed the Hollywood film and television producer Jerry Bruckheimer honored with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. A-listers Tom Cruise and Johnny Depp were arm in arm around Bruckheimer for the unveiling of his star with the three all-smiles taking their photo ops.


Beverly Hills Courier

Board of Education Votes To Create $10 Million Endowment

Wednesday, Jun 26, 2013 10:03 PM EDT

In a surprise move at Tuesday’s Board of Education meeting, Boardmember Brian Goldberg made a “friendly amendment” to establish a $10 million endowment in perpetuity for the benefit of Beverly Hills schools just before the 4-0 vote to approve the $56 million 2013/14 adopted budget with a positive certification. Boardmember Lisa Korbatov was not present for the vote.

Accused Killer In Hollywood Stabbing Is A Parolee

Wednesday, Jun 26, 2013 03:33 PM EDT

The 26-year-old man charged with murder in the stabbing death of a woman on Hollywood Boulevard was recently paroled from prison and under supervision by county probation officers, a county supervisor said today.

PR expert: Paula Deen ‘came across as honest, real’ on NBC’s TODAY

Wednesday, Jun 26, 2013 01:25 PM EDT

Appearing emotional, unrehearsed and raw, Paula Deen appeared live this...

Social Recruiting Strategies Conference pre-approved for 18 HRCI Recertification credits

Wednesday, Jun 26, 2013 11:16 AM EDT

The Social Recruiting Strategies Conference (SRSC), July 23-25th in Chicago,...

Beverly Hills Podiatrist Sentenced in $3 Million Identity Theft Scheme

Wednesday, Jun 26, 2013 11:03 AM EDT

An Inglewood foot surgeon who was invited to watch the 2011 Super Bowl with President Barack Obama at the White House will spend two years behind bars for taking part in an identity theft scheme that defrauded banks out of more than $3 million, federal prosecutors said today.


CBS 2 Los Angeles

Man, 19, Sentenced To Life In Prison For Slashing Clerk’s Throat In Cigar Shop Robbery

Wednesday, Jun 26, 2013 10:25 PM EDT

Tyler Lee Rodgers was found guilty of one count each of attempted murder, kidnapping for robbery and robbery for the August 16, 2012, attack on Naveed Mirza at The Cigar and Smoke Shop on Artesia Boulevard.

LAPD Releases Surveillance Footage Of Suspect In Officer-Involved Shooting At Wilshire Station

Wednesday, Jun 26, 2013 09:43 PM EDT

Los Angeles police are seeking the public's help in finding the gunman who ambushed two LAPD officers Tuesday morning.

Deputies Kill Suspect After Short Pursuit In Hemet

Wednesday, Jun 26, 2013 09:25 PM EDT

Sheriff’s deputies killed a suspect after a short pursuit in Hemet Wednesday.

Authorities Kill Suspect After Short Pursuit In Hemet

Wednesday, Jun 26, 2013 09:25 PM EDT

Authorities killed a 30-year-old suspect after a short police pursuit in Hemet Wednesday.

Paparazzo Sues Justin Bieber For Alleged Assault

Wednesday, Jun 26, 2013 08:54 PM EDT

A paparazzo filed a lawsuit against Justin Bieber Wednesday, claiming the singer assaulted him last year.


Orange County Register

Immigrant-rights caravan arrives in Santa Ana

Wednesday, Jun 26, 2013 09:43 PM EDT

SANTA ANA - "Stop the deportation, more education!" chanted protesters holding hand-painted signs and banners as they approached the Santa Ana Police Department on Wednesday.

Disneyland horse gets loose, injures girl

Wednesday, Jun 26, 2013 09:19 PM EDT

ANAHEIM - A 13-year-old girl was injured at Disneyland after a buggy horse was startled, officials said.

Authorities: Immigration officer took money, egg rolls as bribes

Wednesday, Jun 26, 2013 08:07 PM EDT

SANTA ANA - An immigration service officer suspected of receiving thousands of dollars worth of bribes was indicted Wednesday by a federal grand jury, authorities said.

Westminster man charged in garage explosion

Wednesday, Jun 26, 2013 08:00 PM EDT

WESTMINSTER - A man suspected of causing an explosion in his garage that left him severely burned was arrested Wednesday after authorities reported finding explosives, illegal fireworks and methamphetamine at his residence.

Court ruling opens door to gay marriage

Wednesday, Jun 26, 2013 07:58 PM EDT

Gay couples in Orange County and beyond are preparing to get married after Wednesday's Supreme Court decisions, although it will be at least 25 days before such weddings are possible and several legal issues may remain.


The Press-Enterprise

RIVERSIDE: Second resident arrested for disrupting meeting

Wednesday, Jun 26, 2013 12:57 AM EDT

Just two months after the Riverside County District Attorney’s office declined to file charges against a woman who was handcuffed at a Riverside City Council meeting, a second resident was accused of disrupting a meeting and arrested.


Los Angeles Daily News

LAPD asks for help to ID gunman who ambushed 2 officers

Wednesday, Jun 26, 2013 10:36 PM EDT

Los Angeles Police Chief Charlie Beck on Wednesday released a surveillance video of the gunman who ambushed two police officers at the Wilshire Division station early Tuesday morning and asked the public for help in identifying him.

Council OKs plan to allow AEG to manage L.A. Convention Center

Wednesday, Jun 26, 2013 09:48 PM EDT

Entertainment and sports company Anschutz Entertainment Group will take over operations at the Los Angeles Convention Center under a contract tentatively approved Wednesday by the City Council.

Weeklong heat wave to wilt Southern California

Wednesday, Jun 26, 2013 09:48 PM EDT

With the spring daffodils barely gone, Southern California braced Wednesday for a weeklong blast of triple-digit temperatures and heightened fire danger across the region.

L.A. Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa signs plastic bag ban, finishing term with a flourish

Wednesday, Jun 26, 2013 09:48 PM EDT

With only a few days left in his term, Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa is continuing with a flurry of activity, signing the city's plastic bags ban on Wednesday, pushing to wrap up other major initiatives and planning a whirlwind citywide tour on Friday.

L.A. planning deputy Phyllis Winger retires

Wednesday, Jun 26, 2013 08:49 PM EDT

The Los Angeles City Council on Wednesday honored a longtime staff member and San Fernando Valley activist who is retiring after more than 25 years with the city.


NBC Los Angeles

Man Accused of Murder Over Fireworks

Wednesday, Jun 26, 2013 09:23 PM EDT

A Garden Grove man has been charged with the fatal shooting of his neighbor after a dispute over fireworks that neared a fence the two shared, the Orange County District Attorney's Office announced Tuesday. Photo Credit: Orange County District Attorney's Office

Excessive Heat Warnings Issued for SoCal

Wednesday, Jun 26, 2013 07:08 PM EDT

Excessive heat warnings are slated for Southern California as the region braces for its first heat wave of the summer. Photo Credit: AP

Prop 8 Opponents Claim Victory After Ruling

Wednesday, Jun 26, 2013 04:39 PM EDT

Proposition 8 opponents claimed victory Wednesday after the U.S. Supreme Court cleared the way for same-sex marriages to resume in California after years of legal battles.

Prop 8 Supporters Vow to Continue Fight

Wednesday, Jun 26, 2013 12:38 PM EDT

In response to the U.S. Supreme Court’s ruling Wednesday that appears to open the door for gay marriage in California, Proposition 8 supporters vowed to continue their fight in favor of the ballot... Photo Credit: Getty Images

After Prop 8 Decision, Couples' Wait Continues

Wednesday, Jun 26, 2013 11:53 AM EDT

Same-sex marriages are likely to resume in California, pending a legal process. Photo Credit: Getty Images


KABC-TV Los Angeles

Surveillance pic of LAPD ambush suspect released

Wednesday, Jun 26, 2013 09:18 PM EDT

LAPD released surveillance video of a suspect who shot two LAPD detectives in an ambush Tuesday.

Hollywood murder suspect arrested multiple times before stabbing

Wednesday, Jun 26, 2013 09:12 PM EDT

County officials say the transient charged with a fatal stabbing in Hollywood had multiple prior arrests.

Over 2 tons of illegal fireworks found near Whittier school

Wednesday, Jun 26, 2013 07:48 PM EDT

More than two tons of illegal fireworks were found in a building near Whittier High School by authorities on Sunday.

LAPD Commission formally accepts Dorner report

Wednesday, Jun 26, 2013 07:42 PM EDT

The Los Angeles Police Commission voted Tuesday to accept the results of the LAPD report on the firing of Christopher Dorner.

Doc Rivers introduced as Los Angeles Clippers' new coach

Wednesday, Jun 26, 2013 06:20 PM EDT

Doc Rivers was introduced as the Los Angeles Clippers' new coach on Wednesday at their Playa Vista training complex.


Daily Breeze

Hawthorne's new budget plan delayed

Wednesday, Jun 26, 2013 10:31 PM EDT

Hawthorne City Council members voted 5-0 on Tuesday night to extend the current budget plan into the coming fiscal year, which begins July 1, because they couldn't agree on how to close a $1.1 million deficit in time.

Manhattan Beach City Council approves guidelines for parkway improvements

Wednesday, Jun 26, 2013 10:31 PM EDT

The city of Manhattan Beach now has a plan and vision in place to guide donations of plants or labor to improve Veterans Parkway.

Weeklong heat wave to wilt Southern California

Wednesday, Jun 26, 2013 10:16 PM EDT

With the spring daffodils barely gone, Southern California braced Wednesday for a weeklong blast of triple-digit temperatures and heightened fire danger across the region.

Manhattan Beach agrees to reimbuse residents for streep-sweeping fees

Wednesday, Jun 26, 2013 09:46 PM EDT

Manhattan Beach took the unusual step this week of inviting property owners to seek reimbursement for four years' worth of street-sweeping fees because of concerns that the fee might be illegal.

L.A.'s new solar program gets a jolt

Wednesday, Jun 26, 2013 09:16 PM EDT

In one of his last acts as Los Angeles mayor, Antonio Villaraigosa on Wednesday is taking some power from the people -- literally.


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