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Los Angeles Times

Disbelief — and explanations — after AEG wins Michael Jackson case

Thursday, Oct 03, 2013 01:07 AM EDT

Michael Jackson fans don't understand the verdict, but AEG says the case never should have gone to trial. And jurors didn't always speak with one voice. For the dedicated Michael Jackson fans who came to the trial day after day, the singer still could do little wrong. They wore T-shirts expressing their love for the singer and their support for his aged mother. One fan even brought a bouquet of ...

Gov. Brown OKs bills to tighten rules on schools' use of bond type

Thursday, Oct 03, 2013 12:37 AM EDT

Among other bills signed by California's governor is legislation ending current state tests in favor of Common Core standards. Gov. Jerry Brown signed legislation Wednesday cracking down on a risky method of financing that hundreds of school districts and community colleges in the state have relied on to pay for new construction.        

Keeping her feet on the ground

Thursday, Oct 03, 2013 12:07 AM EDT

Finishing last in races for years hasn't extinguished one runner's enthusiasm. Humiliation aside, it's still good for the heart. My high school cross-country T-shirt from my senior year had the word "Slow" monogrammed across the sleeve.        

Exide records excess lead emissions, despite cutbacks

Wednesday, Oct 02, 2013 11:52 PM EDT

The battery recycler will meet with air quality officials to discuss additional action to curb emissions. The company says it is now in compliance with regulations. Even after being forced to cut production last month because of high lead emissions, a Vernon battery recycler has continued to violate limits on releases of the potent neurotoxin, regulators said Wednesday.        

Garcetti sets out to rebuild ties with L.A.'s business leaders

Wednesday, Oct 02, 2013 11:39 PM EDT

L.A. Mayor Eric Garcetti embraces the City Hall agenda of the area's Chamber of Commerce while touting his efforts to speed the city's economic recovery. Los Angeles Mayor Eric Garcetti sought Wednesday to rebuild his frayed ties with the city's business leaders, embracing their City Hall agenda while promoting his efforts to speed L.A.'s economic recovery.        


CBS 2 Los Angeles

Father Of Man Fatally Struck By Metro Bus While Chasing Dog Sues Agency

Thursday, Oct 03, 2013 07:44 PM EDT

Walter Shelby, Jr. filed claims in Los Angeles Superior Court Thursday, claiming Metro was negligent in the death of his son, Xavier Shelby.

Police Look For Suspect Who Allegedly Stole From 71-Year-Old Shopper, Held Her Against Her Will

Thursday, Oct 03, 2013 07:41 PM EDT

Police are looking for a suspect who held a 71-year-old woman against her will and stole money from her purse.

Man, 35, Arrested For Allegedly Punching Gas Station Clerk In Face Over Cigar

Thursday, Oct 03, 2013 07:22 PM EDT

A 35-year-old Long Beach man has been arrested for allegedly assaulting a female gas station clerk in Lakewood last month.

Alleged Serial Burglar Wanted For As Many As 40 Break-Ins Arrested

Thursday, Oct 03, 2013 07:04 PM EDT

Authorities said a man suspected in as many as 40 break-ins has been arrested.

West Covina Man, 64, Suspected Of Sexual Battery Of Foreign Exchange Student

Thursday, Oct 03, 2013 03:53 PM EDT

A 64-year-old man faced sexual battery and other charges Thursday following his arrest in Glendora for allegedly luring an 18-year-old foreign exchange student into his car and molesting her.


KABC-TV Los Angeles

Kids get free shoes at Fred Jordan Mission back-to-school event

Thursday, Oct 03, 2013 06:04 PM EDT

Thousands of kids were all smiles Thursday after some special treatment at Fred Jordan Mission, which included new shoes.

Rocketdyne engine moves 3-miles to Chatsworth

Thursday, Oct 03, 2013 05:57 PM EDT

A giant rocket engine rolled it way from the Rocketdyne Plant in Canoga Park to its new digs in Chatsworth Thursday.

Twitter unseals IPO papers, hopes to raise $1B

Thursday, Oct 03, 2013 05:34 PM EDT

Twitter unsealed the documents for its planned initial public offering of stock and says it hopes to raise up to $1 billion.

Citrus College student lured into car, sexually battered by 64-year-old

Thursday, Oct 03, 2013 03:42 PM EDT

A 64-year-old man has been arrested for sexual battery after duping and assaulting a Citrus College student in Glendora.

US Capitol lockdown lifted; suspect shot - ABC News

Thursday, Oct 03, 2013 02:49 PM EDT

A suspect who rammed a barricade at the White House was killed following a high-speed chase, according to ABC News.


FOX 11 News Los Angeles

Jury Decides: AEG Live Not Liable For King Of Pop's Death

Thursday, Oct 03, 2013 10:36 AM EDT

With a jury's refusal to hold a concert promoter responsible for Michael Jackson's death, the late singer's mother lost perhaps her last best chance to collect millions in damages and place blame for her son's untimely demise.

Burbank McMansion Backlash

Thursday, Oct 03, 2013 01:50 AM EDT

Put a six bedroom, five bath, mansion, next to a 1940's three bed, one bath.  Sound a little mismatched? A group of Burbank residents think so, and they're urging Burbank officials to regulate "McMansions."

Traffic Tickets: Big Money, Big Hassle

Wednesday, Oct 02, 2013 09:50 PM EDT

Traffic tickets are big business for California. A 2006 report by the California Research Bureau estimated traffic citations bring in some 500 million dollars a year for the state.

Bizarre Ending To Motorcycle Pursuit On 101 Freeway

Wednesday, Oct 02, 2013 09:06 PM EDT

[PHOTO GALLERY] The motorcycle pursuit started when Los Angeles police saw a motorcyclist driving recklessly, according to LAPD. It ended up with the man walking casually ending up at an Auto Zone!

Dry Santa Ana Winds Prompt Red Flag Warnings

Wednesday, Oct 02, 2013 08:50 PM EDT

Gusty dry winds return to Southern California late Thursday with rising temperatures and low humidity increasing the fire danger to critical levels.  Red Flag Warnings will continue until Sunday evening.


Los Angeles Business Journal

Markets Decline Continues

Thursday, Oct 03, 2013 06:37 PM EDT

In Thursday trading, the Dow Jones industrial average closed down 137 points, or 1 percent, to 14,996. The Nasdaq dropped 41 points, or 1 percent, to 3,774. The S&P 500 fell 15 points, or 1 percent, to 1,679. The LABJ Stock Index fell more than 2 points to 169.

Snapchat Increases Photo Lifespan With Stories

Thursday, Oct 03, 2013 05:53 PM EDT

This is the first time that Snapchat has allowed content to live in its app longer than 10 seconds.

United Online Names New CEO

Thursday, Oct 03, 2013 05:52 PM EDT

United Online Inc. announced on Thursday that Francis Lobo would become president and chief executive of the company next month.

HCP Fires Chief Executive

Thursday, Oct 03, 2013 05:52 PM EDT

Health care real estate firm HCP Inc. on Thursday said it fired longtime chief executive James Flaherty.

Molina Revises Share Buy-Back

Thursday, Oct 03, 2013 05:37 PM EDT

Molina Healthcare Inc. on Thursday said that its board has authorized the repurchase of up to $50 million worth of the company's common stock.


KTLA-TV Los Angeles

Annual Miramar Air Show Grounded by Government Shutdown

Thursday, Oct 03, 2013 08:06 PM EDT

One day before it was supposed to start, the annual Miramar Air Show became a casualty of the government shutdown, with the military Thursday announcing its cancellation. “The timing couldn’t be worse, but it is what it is,” Col. John …

Finalists Announced for the 2014 Tournament of Roses Royal Court

Thursday, Oct 03, 2013 07:38 PM EDT

The finalists for the 2014 Royal Court for the Tournament of Roses were announced Thursday in Pasadena. The 25 finalists were selected from a pool of about 950 applicants. The seven-member Royal Court will be announced on Oct. 7. One …

Red Flag Warnings Issued as Santa Anas Winds Expected Across SoCal

Thursday, Oct 03, 2013 06:06 PM EDT

Dry, hot seasonal Santa Ana winds were expected to blow across Southern California beginning Thursday night, bringing with them high fire danger and red flag warnings. Critical fire conditions were expected to begin Thursday night and last through Sunday evening …

Assault Suspect Arrested in Punching of Lakewood Gas Station Clerk

Thursday, Oct 03, 2013 05:36 PM EDT

A suspect in the brutal punching of a Lakewood gas station cashier over 41 cents has been arrested, authorities said Thursday. Kendrick Ruth, a 35-year-old Long Beach resident, was arrested Wednesday on suspicion of robbery and assault, the Los Angeles …

Man Claims New Cellphone Had Nude Pics of Sprint Employees

Thursday, Oct 03, 2013 05:06 PM EDT

A father who gave what he thought was a brand-new cellphone to his son claimed in a lawsuit filed Tuesday that it was not only used, but contained pornographic images of salespeople from the Pasadena store where he bought the …


The Palisadian-Post

Page to Stage Performances Produce Intimate Moments

Thursday, Oct 03, 2013 11:42 AM EDT

When Ivaylo Getov discovered that a girl actually was interested in his awkward, tentative trombone-playing self, “reams of adolescent issues were resolved because of that instrument,” he told a rapt audience at Pierson Playhouse Sunday night.


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