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Los Angeles Times

More bears mean more strife at Lake Tahoe

Wednesday, Jan 02, 2013 07:00 PM EST

The shooting death of a peaceable bear highlights the passions their growing presence arouses. Ask for permission to eliminate one and you're asking for threats and possible vandalism. HOMEWOOD, Calif. — She was born under a house on the west shore of Lake Tahoe and quickly became a beloved fixture in this rustic community.

Photographer following Justin Bieber Ferrari killed

Wednesday, Jan 02, 2013 10:45 AM EST

Los Angeles police said the driver who hit a photographer after the paparazzo took photos of Justin Bieber's Ferrari is not likely to face charges.

Man dies while trailing Justin Bieber's Ferrari

Wednesday, Jan 02, 2013 02:15 AM EST

The photographer is hit by a car and killed while crossing Sepulveda Boulevard after photographing the car. The pop star was not in the vehicle. A photographer was hit by a car and killed Tuesday after taking shots of Justin Bieber's white Ferrari while it was pulled over by the California Highway Patrol, authorities said.

Brown plans extensive changes for school funding in 2013

Tuesday, Jan 01, 2013 10:46 PM EST

He says he wants more of the state's dollars to benefit low-income and non-English-speaking students. ‪‪He would also scale back dozens of rules that districts must abide by to receive state funds. SACRAMENTO — Gov. Jerry Brown will push this year to upend the way schools are funded in California, hoping to shift more money to poorer districts and end requirements that billions of dollars be ...

Rose Parade blends the personal with the public

Tuesday, Jan 01, 2013 10:22 PM EST

A reunion of one couple and the wedding of another add to the festive air of the flower-bedecked procession. Also featured is the first float to honor nurses. Rose Parade spectator Miriam Pazz was snapping photos of a float honoring military dogs when it came to an abrupt halt. A man bounded off the platform in combat boots and fatigues. It was her husband, who she thought was still in ...


Los Angeles Daily News

Celebrities: Oscar voting glitches force one-day extension

Wednesday, Jan 02, 2013 06:13 PM EST

Glitches with its new electronic voting system forced a 24-hour extension of the voting deadline for nominees for the 85th annual Oscars.

California's new Congress members are no breath of fresh air: Opinion

Wednesday, Jan 02, 2013 05:58 PM EST

The swearing-in of new House members Thursday will bring big change to California's delegation. But most are veterans of Sacramento politics, hardly the folks to show Washington how to govern.

Congress' governing-by-crisis mode means more drama to come: Editorial

Wednesday, Jan 02, 2013 05:28 PM EST

It has reached the point where Congress governs almost exclusively by crisis. Negotiations can't get anywhere until dire consequences are hanging right over their heads, with scissors poised to cut the line and let the consequences fall.

Stocks surge 308 points after Congress passes budget deal

Wednesday, Jan 02, 2013 05:13 PM EST

BY THE NUMBERS: DJIA: 308; S&P 500: 36; NASDAQ: 93: NEW YORK - Stocks roared higher on Wall Street and around the world after Congress passed a last-minute budget deal to avert sweeping tax hikes and government spending cuts.

Patti Page, 'Tennessee Waltz' singer, dies at 85

Wednesday, Jan 02, 2013 05:13 PM EST

NASHVILLE, Tenn. - Patti Page, the "Singing Rage" who stumbled across "Tennessee Waltz" and made it one of the best-selling recordings ever, has died. She was 85.


CBS 2 Los Angeles

Man, 20, Charged With Murdering Pasadena Youth Mentor On Christmas Day

Wednesday, Jan 02, 2013 07:16 PM EST

A 20-year-old reputed gang member was charged with murder and other counts Wednesday in the Christmas Day killing of a Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department employee and youth advocate in Pasadena.

High Wind Warning Canceled For Los Angeles, Ventura Counties

Wednesday, Jan 02, 2013 06:50 PM EST

A high wind warning has been issued for parts of Southern California Wednesday, the National Weather Service said.

2 Hurt After South LA Pursuit Ends In Gunfire

Wednesday, Jan 02, 2013 05:51 PM EST

Two people were injured Wednesday after a police chase ended in gunfire in South Los Angeles.

Mom Accused Of Throwing Infant Son Off Garage Pleads Insanity

Wednesday, Jan 02, 2013 04:03 PM EST

A La Habra woman pleaded not guilty Wednesday to charges of throwing her 7-month-old son off of a hospital parking garage.

2 Arrested, 1 Sought In Glendale Home-Invasion Robbery, Pursuit

Wednesday, Jan 02, 2013 02:51 PM EST

Police have arrested two suspects and are searching for one more after a home invasion robbery and brief pursuit in Glendale.


NBC Los Angeles

CA Snow Survey Shows Good Start for Water Supply

Wednesday, Jan 02, 2013 03:54 PM EST

Winter's first survey of the Sierra Nevada snowpack Wednesday showed that California is "ahead of the game" for water supply this year, officials said. Photo Credit: AP Photo / Rich Pedroncelli

Two in Custody After Glendale Home Invasion, Crash

Wednesday, Jan 02, 2013 03:38 PM EST

Two people are in custody and officers are searching for a third subject after a home-invasion robbery Wednesday morning in Glendale.

Pet Adoption Centers in Los Angeles and Orange Counties

Wednesday, Jan 02, 2013 03:24 PM EST

The following locations offer pet adoptions in Los Angeles and Orange Counties.

Man's Body Found in Concrete

Wednesday, Jan 02, 2013 01:53 PM EST

The search that led police to the grisly New Year's Eve discovery of a man's body encased in concrete began with a tip, Whittier police said Wednesday. Photo Credit: NBC 4 New York

Son of Clippers Owner Found Dead in Malibu

Wednesday, Jan 02, 2013 09:23 AM EST

The body of Scott Sterling, son of Clippers owner Donald Sterling, was found late Tuesday at a beachfront residence in Malibu. Photo Credit: CA DMV


KABC-TV Los Angeles

2 suspects sought in San Diego home invasion

Wednesday, Jan 02, 2013 06:46 PM EST

Two gun-toting thieves robbed two other men at a Pacific Beach home, making off with a laptop and other computer equipment.

Boeing 787 Dreamliner sees first flight out of LAX

Wednesday, Jan 02, 2013 06:46 PM EST

LAN Airlines became the first carrier to offer international service from LAX on Boeing's new 787 Dreamliner on Wednesday.

Man swept to sea while trying to save dog in Point Reyes

Wednesday, Jan 02, 2013 04:17 PM EST

A man has been swept to sea and drowned while trying to save his dog hit by a rogue wave on a Northern California beach.

Strong winds lash trees, cause Inland Empire outages

Wednesday, Jan 02, 2013 04:02 PM EST

Strong and gusty winds lashed trees and caused power outages across the Inland Empire Wednesday morning.

Pennsylvania governor suing NCAA over Penn State penalties

Wednesday, Jan 02, 2013 01:46 PM EST

Pennsylvania Gov. Corbett is suing NCAA over penalties imposed against Penn State in the wake of the Sandusky sex scandal.


FOX 11 News Los Angeles

'Tennessee Waltz' Singer Patti Page Dies At 85

Wednesday, Jan 02, 2013 03:07 PM EST

Patti Page, who made "Tennessee Waltz" the third best-selling recording ever, has died. She was 85. Page died on New Year's Day in Encinitas, Calif., according to her manager.

Can't Get Enough Rose Parade? Check Out Those Floats Up Close

Wednesday, Jan 02, 2013 10:22 AM EST

The 124th Rose Parade's Showcase of Floats will give visitors an up-close look at the floats. Early admission for senior citizens begins at 7 a.m. Sierra Madre Boulevard between Washington Boulevard and

Clippers Owner's Son Dead Of Possible Drug Overdose

Wednesday, Jan 02, 2013 10:07 AM EST

Scott Sterling, the 32-year-old son of Los Angeles Clippers owner Donald Sterling, has died of a possible drug overdose in Malibu, the Los Angeles County coroner's office said today.

Photographer Killed After Chasing Bieber's Ferrari

Wednesday, Jan 02, 2013 02:07 AM EST

A paparazzo was struck and killed by a car while darting across a street after taking pictures of Justin Bieber's Ferrari when it was pulled over along a freeway in Los Angeles, police said Wednesday.


Los Angeles Business Journal

Brentwood Associates Sells Portfolio Company to Nazarian Firm

Wednesday, Jan 02, 2013 06:34 PM EST

Brentwood Associates has sold Pacific Island Restaurants Inc., a large Pizza Hut and Taco Bell franchisee in the Pacific Rim, to the Century City private investment arm of Nazarian Enterprises.

U.S. HealthWorks Announces Chicago Acquisitions

Wednesday, Jan 02, 2013 06:34 PM EST

U.S. HealthWorks said that it has entered the Illinois market with the acquisition of three Chicago-area occupational medicine and urgent care centers.

Korn/Ferry Completes Minnesota Acquisition

Wednesday, Jan 02, 2013 06:33 PM EST

Korn/Ferry International has completed its acquisition of Minneapolis staffing firm PDI Ninth House.

Gores Group Completes Therakos Acquisition

Wednesday, Jan 02, 2013 06:33 PM EST

The Gores Group has completed the acquisition of medical device maker Therakos Inc. from Johnson & Johnson’s Ortho-Clinical Diagnostics Inc.

Fiscal Cliff Deal Boost Stocks

Wednesday, Jan 02, 2013 06:33 PM EST

In Wednesday trading, the Dow Jones industrial average closed up 308 points, or more than 2 percent, to 13,413. The Nasdaq rose 93 points, or 3 percent, to 3,112. The S&P 500 rose 36 points, or 2.5 percent, to 1,462. The LABJ Stock Index rose more than 3 points, or 3 percent, to 138.


KTLA-TV Los Angeles

Sales and Marketing Coordinator

Wednesday, Jan 02, 2013 07:20 PM EST

Responsible for working with Sales AEs, Managers and Creative services to generate incremental revenue for the station (both broadcast and internet) and assist in fulfilling promotions owed to the clients which are tied to strategic station partnerships. Prepare sales and …

Hillary Clinton Leaves Hospital After Treatment for Blood Clot

Wednesday, Jan 02, 2013 07:20 PM EST

NEW YORK — Secretary of State Hillary Clinton was released from the hospital Wednesday after being for a blood clot in her head. Her doctors say she is making good progress and is expected to make a full recovery. Clinton …

Two Charged in Christmas Day Murder of Neighborhood Coach

Wednesday, Jan 02, 2013 06:36 PM EST

PASADENA, Calif. — A reputed gang member was charged Wednesday with capital murder in the fatal shooting of a neighborhood coach who was caught in the crossfire during a car-to-car shooting on Christmas Day. Larry Darnell Bishop Jr., 20, is …

Scott Sterling, Son of Clippers Owner Found Dead

Wednesday, Jan 02, 2013 05:20 PM EST

Police are investigating the death of Scott Sterling, son of Clippers owner Donald Sterling, whose body was found in his Malibu apartment. …

Justin Bieber Calls Paparazzo Death Tragic, Urges Action

Wednesday, Jan 02, 2013 04:50 PM EST

Police said charges are unlikely against a driver who struck and killed a paparazzo who had been taking pictures of Justin Bieber’s Ferrari. …


LA Weekly

Hollywood's Urban Cleansing

Wednesday, Jan 02, 2013 05:59 PM EST

In the 1960s, Mercedes Cortes arrived in Hollywood after fleeing her homeland of Guatemala, which was roiled by bloody unrest. After moving around a bit, she and her husband and their three sons settled in a two-bedroom apartment on Eleanor Avenue, a community of run-down apartment buildings and ...

Kevin James' Mayoral Dreams Get Legs

Wednesday, Jan 02, 2013 05:59 PM EST

At a debate late last year attended by homeowners groups in pricey Holmby Hills, the four leading Los Angeles mayoral candidates, Wendy Greuel, Jan Perry, Eric Garcetti and Kevin James, were asked to give their 10-second elevator pitch on why they should represent a city of 3.8 million. Th...

How Richard Riordan Blew $800,000 on a Failed Try at Pension Reform

Wednesday, Jan 02, 2013 05:59 PM EST

In mid-October, Richard Riordan announced that he would launch a petition drive to radically reform L.A.'s pension system. The 82-year-old former L.A. mayor has been predicting fiscal doom for the city for years. And after similar reforms succeeded with voters in San Jose and San Diego, he believ...

Hit and Runs? Readers Are Still Talking About L.A.'s Epidemic

Wednesday, Jan 02, 2013 05:59 PM EST

He Hit, They Run Nope, we won't stop talking about hit-and-runs! Three weeks after the Weekly 's Simone Wilson first exposed the magnitude of the city's problem (" ...


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