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Los Angeles TimesBattery recycler Exide's problems aren't just localWednesday, May 29, 2013 08:24 PM EDTExide has closed or suspended operations at its Vernon plant and two others. Since 2010, 7 plants nationally have been linked to health-risk levels of airborne lead. Since she was 13, Tiffany Arroyo lived with the smoke and rotten-egg smell from an Exide battery-recycling plant just blocks from her grandparents' home in Laureldale, Pa. Lice may be small, but they're a huge headache for familiesWednesday, May 29, 2013 08:24 PM EDTTreating a lice infestation is exhausting and expensive. But after lots of hard work and outlays of cash, success can be as elusive as the insects themselves. The school health clerk took a comb and pointed to the near-microscopic bugs crawling up and down my daughters' scalps. I cringed. States dependent on Colorado River consider conservation effortWednesday, May 29, 2013 03:10 AM EDTOfficials from the seven states express a cautious willingness to join the U.S. in a complex, possibly contentious effort to save water as drought fears grow. SAN DIEGO — Officials in the seven states that depend on the drought-beset Colorado River expressed a cautious willingness Tuesday to join the federal government in a complex, possibly contentious effort to step up conservation. Troubled Inglewood schools face new financial woesWednesday, May 29, 2013 03:10 AM EDTThe district was taken over by the state and received a $55-million loan, but has depleted its reserves and used half of the loans in the first year. The troubled Inglewood school district has once again found itself facing severe financial uncertainty. L.A. council seeks more state oversight of Vernon battery recyclerWednesday, May 29, 2013 02:54 AM EDTMove comes as public meetings on the alleged health risks of the Exide Technologies plant, whose operations were recently suspended by the Toxic Substances Control Department, are about to begin. Days before a series of public meetings are to begin on the health risks allegedly posed by a Vernon battery-recycling plant, the Los Angeles City Council on Tuesday urged the state to more rigorously ... Los Angeles Daily NewsEditorial: Put people first to improve railyard projectWednesday, May 29, 2013 08:10 PM EDTLawsuits are a poor way to make public policy. But when the political process breaks down and the health of people is at risk, sometimes a lawsuit is the only way to fix things. Editorial: Fixing L.A. business climate is big job for Eric GarcettiWednesday, May 29, 2013 08:10 PM EDTEric Garcetti styled himself as a champion of business tax reform when he was president of the Los Angeles City Council. Pay attention to both sides in minimum-wage debate: Letters to the Editor for Thursday, May 30, 2013Wednesday, May 29, 2013 08:09 PM EDTEconomist Sylvia Allegretto claimed there is no link between minimum-wage hikes and job losses. Joe Mathews: Are Californians flaky? No, we work too hardWednesday, May 29, 2013 08:09 PM EDTAs a rule, Californians shouldn't have too many East Coast friends, and we should never listen too closely to the ones we do have. Barry Hansen, or Dr. Demento, continues radio show onlineWednesday, May 29, 2013 08:09 PM EDTThe doctor's program - and indeed, his identity - has its roots at former local underground station KPPC (now KROQ, 106.7 FM) and is tied to a song by an artist called Nervous Norvus (real name Jimmy Drake) called "Transfusion," released in 1956. CBS 2 Los AngelesHazardous Driving Conditions In Antelope Valley As Experts Predict 50 MPH Wind GustsWednesday, May 29, 2013 08:01 PM EDTNorthwesterly winds are expected to continue across the cities of Lancaster and Palmdale through early Thursday, with the strongest winds expected across the northwestern portion of the Antelope Valley. LA Man Charged In Stabbing Death Of Girlfriend’s 11-Year-Old SonWednesday, May 29, 2013 07:30 PM EDTA 26-year-old Los Angeles man was charged Wednesday in the stabbing death of his girlfriend’s 11-year-old son, according to the Los Angeles County district attorney’s office. Courteney Cox, David Arquette Finalize DivorceWednesday, May 29, 2013 07:18 PM EDTCourt records show Courteney Cox and David Arquette have finalized their divorce. Police Ask For Public’s Help Finding Hollywood Robbery SuspectWednesday, May 29, 2013 07:14 PM EDTAccording to LAPD, the suspect, who is considered armed and dangerous, was caught trying to steal the victim's laptop at a building located at Russell and Western avenues just before 5 a.m. Bill Would Use Calif.’s Tax Policy To Pressure Boy Scouts Into Fully Accepting Gay MembersWednesday, May 29, 2013 07:11 PM EDTThe state Senate approved legislation Wednesday that would use California's tax policy in an attempt to pressure the Boy Scouts of America into fully accepting gay members. NBC Los AngelesShooters Sought After Gunfire Forces Elementary School LockdownWednesday, May 29, 2013 08:22 PM EDTGunfire shot out a car window and forced Telfair Elementary School to be placed on lockdown Wednesday afternoon, authorities said. Man Charged in Stabbing Death of 11-Year-Old BoyWednesday, May 29, 2013 07:07 PM EDTA 26-year-old Los Angeles man was charged Wednesday with the stabbing death of his girlfriend’s 11-year-old son, the Los Angeles County District Attorney’s Office announced. Father Defends Disneyland Employee Arrested in BlastWednesday, May 29, 2013 02:37 PM EDTA Disneyland outdoor vending cast member was arrested in connection with an explosion involving dry ice at the Anaheim theme park. The explosion, possibly caused by dry ice in a watter bottle, led to... Evacuations Lifted After "Major" Gas Leak in Newbury ParkWednesday, May 29, 2013 02:22 PM EDTEvacuations were ordered and the 101 Freeway was shut down after a major gas leak in the Newbury Park area of Ventura County was reported just after 10 a.m. Firefighters Slow Spread of White FireWednesday, May 29, 2013 12:37 PM EDTFirefighters gained ground overnight on a wildfire that has burned since Monday in the Los Padres National Forest near Santa Barbara. KABC-TV Los AngelesFallen soldier honored at South Pasadena serviceWednesday, May 29, 2013 08:21 PM EDTFamily and friends said goodbye Wednesday to fallen soldier William Gilbert, who was killed in Afghanistan. Obama to nominate James Comey as new FBI director - reportWednesday, May 29, 2013 08:06 PM EDTPresident Barack Obama is reportedly preparing to nominate former Bush administration official James Comey to head the FBI. MERS virus may be 'threat to entire world'Wednesday, May 29, 2013 07:36 PM EDTA new virus called MERS has prompted the World Health Organization director to call it a 'threat to the entire world.' Council approves $7.7B city budget; mayor to approve or veto nextWednesday, May 29, 2013 05:32 PM EDTThe Los Angeles City Council unanimously approved a $7.7-billion budget for the 2013-2014 fiscal year Wednesday. Man accused in baby-freezer case held on $1 million bailWednesday, May 29, 2013 04:21 PM EDTBail was set at $1 million for a man accused of putting his daughter in a freezer for about an hour to stop her crying. FOX 11 News Los AngelesLA Kings keep rolling down a bumpier playoff roadWednesday, May 29, 2013 08:24 PM EDTAlthough the Los Angeles Kings' road toward a second straight Stanley Cup title has been longer, steeper and a whole lot bumpier than last season's journey, the champs are still right on course. Bell 5 To Be Re-Tried, Hearing Set For JulyWednesday, May 29, 2013 03:24 PM EDTA July 2 pretrial hearing has been scheduled for former Bell Mayor Oscar Hernandez and former council members Teresa Jacobo, George Mirabal, George Cole and Victor Bello. Teens Promote Driving Safety 'In One Instant'Wednesday, May 29, 2013 01:24 PM EDTAbout 1,200 Culver High students will experience the award-winning, emotionally charged 'In One Instant' anti-distracted and impaired driving program. 4.6 Magnitude Earthquake Shakes The Santa Barbara AreaWednesday, May 29, 2013 11:09 AM EDTAt approximately 7:38am Pacific Time on Wednesday morning, a magnitude 4.6 earthquake shook the Los Angeles area, centered in Isla Vista, California, according to the USGS. No reports of damage have been initially reported. Women Now Top Earners In 4 in 10 US HouseholdsWednesday, May 29, 2013 10:39 AM EDTA record number of American women are now the sole or primary breadwinners in their families, a sign of the rising influence of working mothers, a new study finds. Los Angeles Business JournalL.A. Council Creates Consolidated Planning DepartmentWednesday, May 29, 2013 06:49 PM EDTThe Los Angeles City Council on Wednesday approved the creation of a new Department of City Planning & Development. Amgen Creates Japanese Joint VentureWednesday, May 29, 2013 06:40 PM EDTAmgen Inc. on Wednesday said that it plans to expand its presence in the Japanese market through a joint venture with Tokyo's Astellas Pharma Inc., which itself has a strong presence in the Los Angeles area. Survey Says Businesses Don’t Love L.A.Wednesday, May 29, 2013 06:40 PM EDTBusiness owners and executives in Los Angeles County are less optimistic about the local economy this year than last year, according to a survey from the Los Angeles County Business Federation. Robbins Bros. Rings Up Purchase of Washington StoresWednesday, May 29, 2013 06:39 PM EDTJewelry retailer Robbins Bros. announced Wednesday that it has purchased E.E. Robbins, Washington jewelry stores with a family tie. Markets Down at CloseWednesday, May 29, 2013 06:39 PM EDTIn Tuesday trading, the Dow Jones industrial average closed down 107 points to 15,303. The Nasdaq was down 21 points to 3,467. The S&P 500 fell 12 points to 1,648. The LABJ Stock Index fell 2 points to 166. KTLA-TV Los AngelesFBI: Two Women Sought in Local Child Porn InvestigationWednesday, May 29, 2013 07:49 PM EDTLOS ANGELES (KTLA) — The FBI was asking for the public’s help Wednesday to help identify two women linked to an ongoing investigation involving the sexual abuse of a minor. The unidentified women were not seen actively engaged in the … Main Gas Line Ruptures in Newbury ParkWednesday, May 29, 2013 05:04 PM EDTTHOUSAND OAKS, Calif. — A main gas line ruptured in Thousand Oaks Wednesday forcing officials to ask area residents to shelter in place. The leak was reported in the vicinity of Newbury and Ventu roads in Newbury Park, according to … Flames Rip Through Party Supply Store in MaywoodWednesday, May 29, 2013 05:04 PM EDTMAYWOOD, Calif. (KTLA) – Smoke filled the sky over Maywood Wednesday as flames ripped through a two-story building which housed a party supply store on the bottom and residential units on top. Los Angeles County firefighters responded to the fire … Soldier Killed Days Before Daughter’s Birth Honored in South PasadenaWednesday, May 29, 2013 02:34 PM EDTSOUTH PASADENA, Calif. (KTLA) – More than 1,000 people gathered in South Pasadena Wednesday to honor a fallen soldier who never had the chance to hold his newborn daughter. Spc. William J. Gilbert, 24, was killed on his first tour … Hot Weather Headed to SoCal – Mark Kriski’s Wednesday ForecastWednesday, May 29, 2013 02:04 PM EDTWeather forecast for Wednesday, May 29. … LA WeeklyBig Labor Can't Elect a Mayor in L.A.Wednesday, May 29, 2013 06:46 PM EDTIn hindsight, it seems clear that Wendy Greuel lost the race for L.A. mayor in the second week of March. Greuel had been the front-runner in the primary, which made her the target of attacks from all sides leading up to the March 5 vote. She limped into the runoff in second place, but she wasn't ... Ex–L.A. Times Writer Apologizes for "Tawdry" AttacksWednesday, May 29, 2013 06:46 PM EDTNine years after investigative reporter Gary Webb committed suicide, Jesse Katz, a former Los Angeles Times reporter who played a leading role in ruining the controversial journalist's career, has publicly apologized — just weeks before shooting begins in Atlanta on Kill the Me... Star Trek Spoilers and a Mayor With Baggage: Readers RespondWednesday, May 29, 2013 06:46 PM EDTThe Mayor's Next Move Whither Antonio Villaraigosa? That's the question Patrick Range McDonald posed in his May 24 cover story (" Have Baggage — Will Travel ") — and readers had much to say in response... |
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