Friday, December 27, 2013

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Friday, Dec 27, 2013 10:22 PM EST

Today's Local News for Beverly Hills CA :


Los Angeles Times

One in four GPS devices on criminals in L.A. County were faulty

Friday, Dec 27, 2013 08:16 PM EST

Probation department audit says violent felons released in L.A. County could roam undetected for days and sometimes weeks. One in every four GPS devices used to track serious criminals released in Los Angeles County has proved to be faulty, according to a probation department audit — allowing violent felons to roam undetected for days or, in some cases, weeks.        

College recruiters give low-income public campuses fewer visits

Friday, Dec 27, 2013 08:06 PM EST

Recruiters' patterns mean students at underserved schools may lose out in the competition for college entrance and aid, experts say. The Webb Schools, a private high school in Claremont, is a magnet for college recruiters from around the country and the world. This fall, 113 Ivy League and other schools sent representatives to the campus — more than the 106 students in the senior class.        

Ex-employee accuses lobbying firm of directing illegal contributions

Friday, Dec 27, 2013 01:16 AM EST

Former worker's lawsuit says Sloat Higgins Jensen and Associates fired her because she protested that the company was breaking the law. SACRAMENTO — A lawsuit filed Christmas Eve alleges that a prominent California lobbying firm sought influence by directing illegal contributions to dozens of politicians — including nearly a third of the Legislature.        

Woman, 24, killed in drive-by shooting in South L.A.

Friday, Dec 27, 2013 01:01 AM EST

Victim Juliana Barrios was visiting relatives for the holiday; police said the family has no gang ties and there is no clear motive. Denise Piazza was inside her upstairs apartment when the shots resounded on Christmas Day.        

Produce inspectors keep farmers markets honest

Thursday, Dec 26, 2013 11:51 PM EST

Los Angeles County is checking fruit and vegetables to make sure they meet the legal requirement of being grown by the seller. Violations can result in fines or suspension. On a recent Saturday morning, Ed Williams stood off to the side at Santa Monica's downtown farmers market, scrutinizing a bright red mango like a detective trying to solve a mystery.        


Beverly Hills Courier

Connie Martinson Talks Books—Biography Of Man Who Created Kendall-Jackson Is Compelling Read

Friday, Dec 27, 2013 06:53 PM EST

"A Man and His Mountain" tells story of enigmatic Jess Jackson — a man who came from poverty, worked his way through law school and became a vintner, horse breeder and billionaire entrepreneur.

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Friday, Dec 27, 2013 03:23 PM EST

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Friday, Dec 27, 2013 01:38 PM EST

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Friday, Dec 27, 2013 01:38 PM EST

La Barclays Premier League estará en Telemundo este domingo 29 […]

Generation Gap

Friday, Dec 27, 2013 05:41 AM EST

Seen on the web: "During the 3-1/2 years of America's declared involvement in World War II that started with the Japanese bombing of Pearl Harbor on Dec. 7, 1941 and ended with the surrender of Germany on May 4, and of Japan on Sept.r 2, 1945, the U.S. trained 16-plus million soldiers and airmen, produced 22 aircraft carriers, 8 battleships, 48 cruisers, 349 destroyers, 420 destroyer escorts ...


CBS 2 Los Angeles

Water Main Break Causes Traffic Nightmare In Echo Park

Friday, Dec 27, 2013 09:23 PM EST

A water main break in Echo Park caused a traffic nightmare along the major thoroughfare on Friday night.

Frolicking Family Of Orcas Off Redondo Beach Caught On Video

Friday, Dec 27, 2013 09:17 PM EST

A family of orcas decided to come out and play off the coast of Redondo Beach this week and a marine biologist who has been following this family caught the show on video.

1 Person In Custody Following Studio City Hit-And-Run

Friday, Dec 27, 2013 09:00 PM EST

Authorities say a suspect has been taken into custody following a hit-and-run crash involving an elderly man in Studio City.

Arrest Made In Violent Mar Vista Home Invasion Robbery

Friday, Dec 27, 2013 08:21 PM EST

Authorities say a 30-year-old man has been arrested in connection with multiple home invasion robberies, including one in Mar Vista.

Business Expected To Boom In Pasadena During Rose Parade, Bowl

Friday, Dec 27, 2013 08:19 PM EST

Business is expected to boom in Pasadena in the New Year with the annual Tournament of Roses Parade, the Rose Bowl and the BCS National Championship.


Orange County Register

Hope float: Parade work is perennial therapy

Friday, Dec 27, 2013 08:49 PM EST

Well before the Donate Life float hits the concrete for the Rose Parade, it will have been a spectacle to the people putting it all together.

GOP chief supports controversial O.C. consultant

Friday, Dec 27, 2013 07:52 PM EST

Republican consultant Matt Cunningham's satirical online portrayal of Latino street memorials has been compared by some critics to two iconic instances of the GOP alienating Hispanics: the state party's backing of 1994's Proposition 187, which attempted to block public benefits to...

Irvine firm hired to protect Beverly Hills schools

Friday, Dec 27, 2013 07:04 PM EST

An Irvine company comprising retired police officers will protect Beverly Hills public schools with armed campus-safety personnel next year after the school district approved a $1.

Irvine school petition likely to force election

Friday, Dec 27, 2013 07:03 PM EST

Irvine Unified School District likely will be forced to hold a special election this spring to pick a new school board member after a petition calling for such an election was submitted to the county Monday with far more than the required number of signatures.

Air traffic slumps at John Wayne, Long Beach

Friday, Dec 27, 2013 05:52 PM EST

John Wayne and Long Beach airports saw less passenger traffic in November compared with a year ago, despite the usually busy Thanksgiving holiday.


KABC-TV Los Angeles

Online tutoring platforms provide help around the clock

Friday, Dec 27, 2013 09:05 PM EST

There are many online tutoring platforms for students of all ages, which can connect students to a tutor around the clock.

Pacific Palisades hit-and-run victim found in bushes

Friday, Dec 27, 2013 08:06 PM EST

A 23-year-old budding filmmaker was hospitalized after being struck by a hit-and-run driver in Pacific Palisades.

Transgender rights law set to take effect

Friday, Dec 27, 2013 07:50 PM EST

A new law requiring California public schools to make accommodations for transgender students takes effect Jan. 1.

Jahi McMath case: Hospital says it will help move brain-dead girl

Friday, Dec 27, 2013 06:50 PM EST

An Oakland hospital says it is willing to help transfer a brain-dead teen to a nursing home, but under certain conditions.

Newtown massacre: Report details gunman Adam Lanza's fascination with murder

Friday, Dec 27, 2013 06:50 PM EST

Connecticut state police released thousands of pages from their investigation into the Newtown school shooting.


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