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Los Angeles Times

Prop. 8 ruling raises fears about effects on other initiatives

Thursday, Jun 27, 2013 08:41 PM EDT

The Supreme Court ruling on the Prop. 8 gay marriage ban raises fears that state leaders may refuse to defend other initiatives they don't like. SACRAMENTO — Activists on both sides of the bitter fight over same-sex marriage managed to agree on one thing in the wake of Wednesday's U.S. Supreme Court decision.        

Family of girl sexually abused by teacher awarded $5.6 million

Thursday, Jun 27, 2013 03:11 AM EDT

The lawsuit alleged Chino Valley school district did too little to stop the teacher, now a convicted sex offender, even after learning of inappropriate emails. The family of a teenage girl sexually abused by a Chino Hills High School science teacher even after officials learned of inappropriate emails between them has been awarded $5.6 million by a jury.        

L.A., Owens Valley settle dispute over dust control

Thursday, Jun 27, 2013 01:33 AM EDT

The DWP's actions will include fast-tracking mitigation measures that do not use water. Also, a Native American massacre site will be left undisturbed. Los Angeles and the Owens Valley have reached a settlement in their dispute over new measures to control dust storms that have blown across the eastern Sierra Nevada since L.A. opened an aqueduct a century ago that drained Owens Lake.        

South Bay leaders decry Metro plan to close project funding gap

Thursday, Jun 27, 2013 01:33 AM EDT

They say Metro's proposal to fund the Crenshaw-LAX light-rail line could divert nearly $100 million from their own highway and roads projects. As the Metropolitan Transportation Authority prepares to take up a long agenda Thursday that could determine how billions of dollars are spent on projects countywide, city leaders in the South Bay are focused on a proposal they say could divert nearly ...

Man sentenced to death in Long Beach woman's 1998 slaying

Thursday, Jun 27, 2013 01:33 AM EDT

Kevin Darnell Pearson, 36, was convicted in the sexual assault, torture and beating of Penny Keprta, 43. Two other assailants are on death row. She was a mother of three, going to the market to pick up food for a neighbor. They were "stupid drunk," a witness would later tell police: loud, rowdy and obnoxious.        


Canyon News

Canyon News - The 4 Amigos Guitar Show

Thursday, Jun 27, 2013 02:26 PM EDT

LOS ANGELES —The 4 Amigos Guitar Shows allow thousands of people to come together to share their dedication to music in various forms.

Canyon News - Assault Turns Out To Be False Alarm Crime

Thursday, Jun 27, 2013 08:41 AM EDT

WOODLAND HILLS—A false 911 call on June 20 brought officers out to respond to the call. The incident occurred at where the police received information that gunshots were heard at this site.

Canyon News - Studio City Votes to Ban Plastic Bags

Thursday, Jun 27, 2013 08:26 AM EDT

STUDIO CITY —The Los Angeles City Council has decided to ban single use plastic bags in the area. The decision was made on June 18 and will go into enactment starting January 1, 2014.

Canyon News - Sobriety Checkpoint In Malibu

Thursday, Jun 27, 2013 08:11 AM EDT

MALIBU—A DUI and driver’s license checkpoint will be conducted by the Malibu/Lost Hills Station of the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department on Friday, June 28.

Canyon News - Bob Newhart Selling His Bel Air Home

Thursday, Jun 27, 2013 08:11 AM EDT

BEL AIR—The actor who has appeared in movies such as “The Entertainers” and “Elf” is listing his Bel Air estate at $15.5 million. Newhart, 83, and his wife have owned the home in Bel Air since 1990.


Beverly Hills Courier

Frida

Thursday, Jun 27, 2013 10:03 PM EDT

Frida is a nine-week old, 3-1/2 pound Chiweenie – a cross between a Chihuahua and a Dachshund. She will stay petite when full grown and would be a perfect purse pooch for a busy, Beverly Hills socialite. Those interested in adopting Frida may contact Kira Lorsch at 4Dogs@ RHLgroup.com or call ShelterHopepetShop.org at 818-453-5798.

Soccer Champs

Thursday, Jun 27, 2013 10:03 PM EDT

Earlier this month, the Beverly Hills BU10 All-Star team took second place at the Santa Barbara Splash Tournament. Pictured, front row (from left): Benjamin Beyda, Jude Luff, Uriel Cohavy, Angus Gilchriest. Back row (from left): Walt Schoen, Luke Nichols, Aaron Ghermezi and Justin Heravi.

IT’S NOT ABOUT GAY RIGHTS

Thursday, Jun 27, 2013 09:33 PM EDT

This editorial is not about same-sex marriage. It is not about health care. It is not about the Defense of Marriage Act. It is not about immigration reform. This editorial has nothing to do with the outcome of any these issues.

George Christy Talks About Viva Mayr, Detox, Lanvin, Albert Elbaz, Vogue And More!

Thursday, Jun 27, 2013 09:33 PM EDT

Wasn’t that long ago when we first heard about Viva Mayr. The go-to Detox panacea of the rich, with its therapies based on the Mayr cure. East Coasters residing between New York and Palm Beach were/are patients, although the preferred term is “guests.” Lately we’re informed that several of our very own Beverly Hills denizens are hooked, along with the European royals, Saudi millionaires, ladies ...

CHLA Names Mittelman Director Of Diabetes, Obesity Program

Thursday, Jun 27, 2013 04:18 PM EDT

The program’s clinical activities will include the establishment of a multidisciplinary obesity clinic; and there are plans to expand the Kids N Fitness lifestyle intervention program to a younger age group, and to explore the development of a bariatric surgery program.


CBS 2 Los Angeles

LA Dance Company Offers High-Flying Summer Camp For Kids

Thursday, Jun 27, 2013 09:06 PM EDT

Diavolo Dance Theater spends much of the year touring across the globe, but this summer they're staying at The Brewery Arts Complex downtown, giving kids the opportunity to shine with their adventure camp.

MTA Board Approves $1.3B Construction Of Crenshaw/LAX Line

Thursday, Jun 27, 2013 08:36 PM EDT

There will be a new way to take a train to the plane.

3-Time NBA All-Star Allegedly Caught With Truckload Of Illegal Fireworks

Thursday, Jun 27, 2013 08:30 PM EDT

A three-time NBA All-Star was arrested Thursday morning for allegedly possessing illegal fireworks in his vehicle.

Police Officer Used Unreasonable Force In Arrest Of Mom, 35, Who Died In Custody

Thursday, Jun 27, 2013 07:44 PM EDT

Alesia Thomas, 35, died July 22 after officers tracked her to her South Los Angeles home to arrest her on suspicion of child endangerment.

$100,000 Reward Offered For Serial Rapist Suspected In 35 Attacks Since 1996

Thursday, Jun 27, 2013 07:29 PM EDT

The City of Los Angeles in conjunction with the Federal Bureau of Investigations has doubled the previous $50,000 reward for information leading to the identity, arrest and prosecution of the person they believe is responsible for 32 sexual assaults in Los Angeles county between 1996 and 2012.


Orange County Register

Police chiefs lose bid for money to fund prisoner task force

Thursday, Jun 27, 2013 09:49 PM EDT

SANTA ANA - A plan backed by local police chiefs to establish a regional task force to manage inmates released under the state's efforts to ease overcrowding in its prisons was put into limbo Thursday after a committee rejected a request for money to fund the effort.

Fire agency will seek costs of hunt for missing hikers

Thursday, Jun 27, 2013 07:46 PM EDT

SANTA ANA Fire officials will seek reimbursement after all for the cost of searching, and rescuing, a lost hiker who was later charged with being in possession of methamphetamine, officials said.

Activists raise San Onofre spent-fuel concerns

Thursday, Jun 27, 2013 07:37 PM EDT

The pools that house spent nuclear fuel-rods at the San Onofre nuclear plant are too full, and plant operators should move the rods into dry storage casks as soon as possible, a nuclear industry consultant warns in a new report for an environmental group.

War museum at OC Fairgrounds gets support

Thursday, Jun 27, 2013 07:14 PM EDT

COSTA MESA A war museum honoring the county's and nation's veterans could one day be housed at the Orange County Fairgrounds.

On the menu: Orange Roll and Sushi offers quality Japanese cuisine on a budget

Thursday, Jun 27, 2013 06:51 PM EDT

Located on Euclid Street near Chapman Avenue in Fullerton, Orange Roll and Sushi offers patrons sashimi, sushi and a few Japanese entrees at an affordable price.


The Press-Enterprise

RIVERSIDE: Dog freed from hot car

Thursday, Jun 27, 2013 09:14 PM EDT

Incident is a reminder that pet owners should be mindful of their critters

LAKE ELSINORE: Defendant guilty in body in suitcase trial

Thursday, Jun 27, 2013 06:05 PM EDT

Joseph David Dorsey has been convicted of killing his girlfriend, stuffing her body in a suitcase and leaving it at a San Diego County motel

MORENO VALLEY: Suspect arrested in shooting

Thursday, Jun 27, 2013 01:54 PM EDT

Perris man in custody after shooting Wednesday night in Edgemont area of Moreno Valley

MENIFEE: Bail unchanged for bishop accused of sexual assault

Thursday, Jun 27, 2013 01:31 PM EDT

Todd Michael Edwards, who was bishop of LDS Menifee Ward, sought lower bail, but judge says $65,000 is appropriate for the charges

SAN JACINTO: Death penalty upheld in girl's 1994 strangling

Thursday, Jun 27, 2013 01:11 PM EDT

Daniel Linton was convicted of killing 12-year-old Melissa Middleton, a neighbor girl who had stayed home from school because of illness


Los Angeles Daily News

Boating industry, hit hard during recession, starts to turn around in California, nation

Thursday, Jun 27, 2013 10:05 PM EDT

Southland boaters are gearing up for the summer season, and in California that's big business. With weekend temperatures expected to hit 100 degrees or higher in most inland regions, many boaters will be scrambling to escape the heat. | Photos: Hallett Boats in Irwindale | Teague Custom Marine in Valencia

Dennis McCarthy: Business first, restroom next

Thursday, Jun 27, 2013 09:51 PM EDT

Harry Dictor was having one of those Super Beta Prostate moments that ex-NFL quarterback Joe Theismann so eloquently hawks on late night TV commercials. He was two miles from home with no place to go, literally.

Popularity of charter schools keeps waitlists long

Thursday, Jun 27, 2013 09:48 PM EDT

There are 6,000 charter schools nationwide, more than 1,000 in California and upwards of 250 in Los Angeles.

Columbus Street, San Fernando Valley gang, subject to new injunction

Thursday, Jun 27, 2013 09:33 PM EDT

An injunction against the San Fernando Valley's Columbus Street gang was approved Thursday in Los Angeles Superior Court, the city attorney's office announced.

Ryan O'Neal loses motion to delay civil trial

Thursday, Jun 27, 2013 09:33 PM EDT

Ryan O'Neal lost a round in court Thursday when a judge denied a motion to delay trial until next March in a lawsuit filed against him by the University of Texas, demanding O'Neal hand over an Andy Warhol portrait of his longtime love interest, actress Farrah Fawcett.


NBC Los Angeles

Power Outages Hits 1,500+ Customers in SFV

Thursday, Jun 27, 2013 09:23 PM EDT

Nearly 1,500 customers are without power in Granada Hills, where temperatures hovered in the mid-90s Thursday evening. Photo Credit: Getty Images

AC Mechanics Gear Up For Busy Heat Wave

Thursday, Jun 27, 2013 08:38 PM EDT

Jose Rodriguez, a repair technician for Mediterranean Heating and Air Conditioning Company, rushed from house to house making emergency calls Wednesday in preparation for this weekend’s temperatures.

After DOMA Repeal, Couples Make Sense of New Taxes

Thursday, Jun 27, 2013 08:23 PM EDT

For many same-sex couples, the Supreme Court ruling striking down a key provision that denied federal benefits to legally married same-sex pairs was met with euphoria and plans to head to the altar. Photo Credit: Getty Images

Puppy Rescued From Hot Car in Riverside

Thursday, Jun 27, 2013 05:53 PM EDT

A puppy was left inside a hot vehicle in a Riverside parking lot on Thursday afternoon, a day when temperatures in the area were expected to soar past 100 degrees. Photo Credit: Riverside County Animal Services

Near Record Heat Expected This Weekend

Thursday, Jun 27, 2013 05:23 PM EDT

Southern California’s first heat wave of the summer was expected to bring near record-breaking temperatures through the start of next week.


KABC-TV Los Angeles

Unreasonable force used in arrestee's death: police commission report

Thursday, Jun 27, 2013 08:48 PM EDT

The Los Angeles Police Commission found an officer used unreasonable force against a woman who died in a police car.

Lake Elsinore man convicted of killing girlfriend, stuffing body in suitcase

Thursday, Jun 27, 2013 08:18 PM EDT

A jury has found a Lake Elsinore man guilty of murdering his girlfriend and stuffing her body in a suitcase.

Texas prosecutors' murders: Couple indicted

Thursday, Jun 27, 2013 07:48 PM EDT

A husband and wife were indicted on capital murder charges Thursday in the deaths of two Texas district attorneys.

Frozen pomegranate kernels recalled over Hepatitis A fear

Thursday, Jun 27, 2013 07:33 PM EDT

Scenic Fruit Company is recalling frozen pomegranate kernels because they could be contaminated with the Hepatitis A virus.

Governor signs robust state budget with emphasis on education, health care

Thursday, Jun 27, 2013 06:03 PM EDT

California Governor Jerry Brown signed a state budget on Thursday for the coming fiscal year.


Daily Breeze

Bicyclist riding to work in Gardena struck by car, critically injured

Thursday, Jun 27, 2013 08:14 PM EDT

A 60-year-old bicyclist who was struck by a hit-and-run driver in Gardena was in extremely critical condition today, police said.

July 4th fireworks, events in the South Bay for 2013

Thursday, Jun 27, 2013 03:46 PM EDT

South Bay and Harbor Area residents will find fireworks shows, patriotic displays and family fun at a variety of events celebrating the nation's 237th birthday this year. All July 4th Events: Los Angeles area | Inland Empire | South Bay | Long Beach

New rules aim to rid schools of junk foods

Thursday, Jun 27, 2013 12:31 PM EDT

WASHINGTON — High-calorie sports drinks and candy bars will be removed from school vending machines and cafeteria lines as soon as next year, replaced with diet drinks, granola bars and other healthier items.

Gardena hit-and-run leaves bicyclist, 60, in critical condition

Thursday, Jun 27, 2013 09:43 AM EDT

A 60-year-old bicyclist was in extremely critical condition this morning after a hit-and-run driver struck him in Gardena, police said. | POLICE NEWS | BLOG: SOUTH BAY CRIME, COURT NEWS | FACEBOOK

Willowbrook: Man suspected of shooting LAPD officer in face found dead

Thursday, Jun 27, 2013 09:31 AM EDT

WILLOWBROOK - A man suspected of shooting a Los Angeles policeman in the face during a probation search in the unincorporated Willowbrook area was found dead Wednesday in a house following an overnight standoff with an LAPD SWAT team. Photo Galleries: LAPD officer and probation officer shot


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