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Today's Local News for Los Angeles CA : Baby chimp killed at L.A. Zoo as visitors watch in horror Los Angeles Times - Jun 27 06:39 PM EDT Baby chimp killed by zoo visitors watch in horror Los Angeles Times - Jun 27 04:39 PM EDT Raw video: Family escapes the Waldo Canyon fire Los Angeles Daily News - Jun 27 08:10 PM EDT Trauma of Colorado's Waldo Canyon fire: 'It's in our neighborhood' Los Angeles Daily News - Jun 27 08:10 PM EDT Report: Hawks Pursuing Josh Smith For Pau Gasol CBS 2 Los Angeles - Jun 27 07:31 PM EDT Suspect Arrested In North Hollywood After High-Speed Freeway Chase CBS 2 Los Angeles - Jun 27 06:21 PM EDT Los Angeles Times Baby chimp killed at L.A. Zoo as visitors watch in horror Jun 27 06:39 PM EDT A Los Angeles County employee who witnessed an "absolutely awful" weekend fight between two chimps said the L.A. Zoo should have seen the warning signs and helped to prevent the killing of a baby chimp. Baby chimp killed by zoo visitors watch in horror Jun 27 04:39 PM EDT L.A. Zoo officials expressed shock after a baby chimpanzee was killed Tuesday afternoon by an adult male chimpanzee as visitors watched the attack. Porn star Jenna Jameson charged with DUI Jun 27 09:56 AM EDT Former porn actress Jenna Jameson was charged this week with driving under the influence in Orange County after wrapping her car around a light pole in Westminster. Beach pollution at third-highest level in 22 years Jun 27 09:56 AM EDT California registered a slight increase in beach closures and advisories in 2011 while the rest of the United States saw a 3% drop, the Natural Resources Defense Council finds. Beaches across the nation continue to be fouled by sewage and storm water pollution that puts swimmers at risk of getting sick, according to a report by an environmental group. Ex-neighbor convicted in triple slaying Jun 27 09:55 AM EDT Robin Kyu Cho could face the death penalty in the 2003 killings of a Miracle Mile-area woman, her 2-year-old son and the boy's nanny. A former neighbor was found guilty of murder Tuesday in the slayings of a 2-year-old boy, his mother and the child's nanny in a Miracle Mile-area apartment nine years ago. Los Angeles Daily News Raw video: Family escapes the Waldo Canyon fire Jun 27 08:10 PM EDT Jeffrey Lucas describes his first person point of view while evacuating his family's home in the Mountain Shadows area in Colorado Springs. Trauma of Colorado's Waldo Canyon fire: 'It's in our neighborhood' Jun 27 08:10 PM EDT As the Waldo Canyon fire burned out of control Wednesday, stories emerged of harrowing escapes from the flames, heartbreaking realizations that homes were gone forever, and heroic efforts by residents of Colorado Springs to help their besieged neighbors. Video: House destroyed in Last Chance fire Jun 27 08:10 PM EDT The Last Chance fire scorched over 45,000 acres, burning several homes and many out buildings in Last Chance, CO, June 25, 2012. Free Wi-Fi at X Fest in L.A. from Time Warner Cable Jun 27 07:54 PM EDT If you're going to the X Games' free X Fest event this year in Los Angeles, Time Warner Cable wants you to be connected -- and it's providing free Wi-Fi to everybody at the extreme-sports event. Man sentenced for 1994 cold case murder in Studio City Jun 27 07:24 PM EDT VAN NUYS - A man who was serving a state prison sentence in Mississippi when he was linked to the 1994 slaying of a Studio City man and the attempted murder of the victim's wife during an early morning burglary was sentenced today to life in prison without the possibility of parole. CBS 2 Los Angeles Report: Hawks Pursuing Josh Smith For Pau Gasol Jun 27 07:31 PM EDT The latest trade rumor for the Los Angeles Lakers is shipping out the Spaniard Pau Gasol in exchange for Josh Smith of the Atlanta Hawks. Suspect Arrested In North Hollywood After High-Speed Freeway Chase Jun 27 06:21 PM EDT A high-speed pursuit along two freeways ended on Wednesday with the driver in custody. Leaky Pipe Jams Traffic At 110 Freeway Tunnel Near Stadium Way Jun 27 05:48 PM EDT A leaky pipe was behind a major traffic headache along one of the city's busiest freeway interchanges on Wednesday. Swimmer Dies After Being Pulled From Ocean In Newport Beach Jun 27 05:24 PM EDT A 59-year-old swimmer was pulled from the ocean in Newport Beach Wednesday and died at a local hospital, authorities said. Burglar Breaking Into Chino Homes To Steal Purses, Cash Visible Through Windows Jun 27 05:23 PM EDT Residents are being warned about a burglar breaking into homes through windows to steal purses or cash that he can see from outside. NBC Los Angeles Mother Chases Would-Be Burglar From Home Jun 27 07:57 PM EDT A Palmdale mother chased a suspected burglar, who was subsequently arrested, after her daughter noticed signs of entry into her bedroom Tuesday, police said. Photo Credit: NBC10Philadelphia.com Chemical, Fuel Storage Tanks Investigated: Meeting Jun 27 07:42 PM EDT Tanks that store chemicals and fuel have raised fears among neighbors in the Los Angeles Harbor Area. They'll be discussed at a Wednesday meeting organized by City Councilman Joe Buscaino. Photo Credit: KNBC Pursuit Suspect in Custody Jun 27 05:57 PM EDT A driver who led authorities on a high-speed pursuit along the southbound 5 Freeway was taken into custody following a brief foot chase in North Hollywood. NB 110 Lanes Closed North of Downtown LA Jun 27 03:57 PM EDT A leaking water pipe and possible electrical hazard prompted the lane closure, which officials said would last for an unknown duration. Photo Credit: KNBC Zoo Officials Investigate Baby Chimp Killing Jun 27 03:42 PM EDT The death of the Los Angeles Zoo's first baby chimpanzee in 13 years was under investigation, though officials cautioned the baby's adult male killer displayed behavior that was not completely uncommon. KABC-TV Los Angeles Torrance carjacking suspect opens fire on detectives Jun 27 02:59 PM EDT A carjacking suspect in Torrance opened fire on detectives while fleeing in a truck, police said. No officers were injured. Innocent bystander struck by gunfire in Panorama City Jun 27 12:15 PM EDT An innocent bystander in Panorama City was hit by gunfire in an apparent gang shootout on Sepulveda Place. Summer power shortage, heat may trigger rolling blackouts Jun 27 11:29 AM EDT With the San Onofre plant shut down, energy conservation will be key this summer to avoid rolling blackouts. Baby chimp killed at Los Angeles Zoo kept with mom overnight Jun 27 10:44 AM EDT A baby chimp that was killed by an adult chimpanzee at the L.A. Zoo was kept there overnight so its mother could grieve. Monrovia standoff: man surrenders after 10 hours Jun 27 08:15 AM EDT A 10-hour standoff in Monrovia that started Tuesday afternoon has finally ended, authorities said. Los Angeles Business Journal Analyst Upgrades DreamWorks on ‘Madagascar’ Results Jun 27 02:00 PM EDT The stock of DreamWorks Animation gained 5 percent following an upgrade by an analyst. Korn/Ferry Hires Former Hedge Fund Manager Jun 27 02:00 PM EDT Shares of executive recruiting firm Korn/Ferry International rose after the company announced a new hire who will head up the firm’s hedge fund recruiting practice. Villaraigosa Creates Growth Council Jun 27 12:45 PM EDT Los Angeles Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa announced the formation of a task force of local technology company executives, entrepreneurs and academic leaders to boost the region’s growth industries. KB Home Buys Lots in Irvine Jun 26 05:00 PM EDT KB Home has purchased 174 finished home sites from the Irvine Co. in Orange County. ValueClick Falls on Downgrade Jun 26 01:07 PM EDT Shares of ValueClick fell 10 percent after an analyst downgraded the stock and said one subsidiary now determines the company’s future. KTLA-TV Los Angeles Man Sought for Drilling Holes in Cars to Steal Gas Jun 27 06:54 PM EDT Auburn Police are looking for a man that has been drilling holes into parked cars to steal gas. Demonstrators Gather at Rally Opposing the Death Penalty Jun 27 06:09 PM EDT LOS ANGELES (KTLA) -- Hundreds of demonstrators held a rally downtown in support of an initiative to eliminate the death penalty in California. Man Goes on Bizarre Rampage With Fire Extinguisher Jun 27 05:09 PM EDT CANOGA PARK -- A man went on a rampage inside a community center Wednesday armed with a fire extinguisher. Website Spies on Private Facebook Posts, Makes Them Public Jun 27 04:24 PM EDT We know what you're doing... uses posts that paint people in a not-so-great light Facebook has been getting pummeled this week and the backlash against the mega social network doesn't appear to be abating. Girls Soccer Coach Arrested for Sexually Assaulting Player Jun 27 01:09 PM EDT ONTARIO, Calif. (KTLA) -- Police have arrested the girls soccer coach at Ontario Christian High School for allegedly sexually assaulting a 14-year-old player. LA Weekly How to Succeed on YouTube: Goof Off in Your Basement ... Only Better Jun 27 07:38 PM EDT Check out our entire YouTube issue here. Daniel Grimes, a high school student from Ypsilanti, Mich., flew to Los Angeles last July for the YouTube convention Vidcon. He came to see his favorite YouTubers, including Toby Turner, a co... Did L.A. Officials Cover Up Manny Figueras' Fatal Mowing Down of Gary Woodford? Jun 27 07:38 PM EDT Gary Woodford and his buddies left tiny Girard in northern Ohio for the City of Angels 30 years ago, chasing the California dream. Woodford, a well-liked, athletic, curly-haired young man, had just learned that he was color-blind and wouldn't be able to follow his chosen career as a pilot. Comments: Inking Again Jun 27 07:38 PM EDT Food critic Besha Rodell had lots to say about ink., Michael Voltaggio's much-vaunted restaurant in Hollywood where, she wrote, "ego and location intersect" ("That Touch of ink.," June 22). And readers had much to say in response. Nick writes, " Terrific review. I couldn't agree mor... The Palisadian-Post 'In One Instant' Scenarios Impact Teens Jun 26 05:42 PM EDT 2012-06-26 On a Wednesday in late May, Palisades High juniors and seniors passed by the wreckage of a car that had been involved in a fatal car accident as they made their way to a mock memorial service. BREAKING NEWS: Power outage hits Palisades Highlands Jun 21 03:12 PM EDT Power to around 690 customers in the Palisades Highlands, including the Casa Nostra Restaurant, went out Wednesday at around 8:30 p.m., DWP officials announced today. Kohn, Spitz and Malaret Elected To Council Posts Jun 21 11:57 AM EDT 2012-06-21 The Pacific Palisades Community Council elected new officers last Thursday in the most contested election since the Council's creation in 1972. Stromberg, Bruner Win Post Cup Awards Jun 21 11:42 AM EDT 2012-06-21 Note: The Palisadian-Post Web site only displays a select number of articles from our weekly publication. 'They're Playing Our Song' Offers a Neil Simon Feast Jun 21 11:27 AM EDT 2012-06-21 I was glad to see Kelly London back on the Theatre Palisades stage in another romantic romp, this time Neil Simon's 'They're Playing Our Song,' at Pierson Playhouse through July 15.

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