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Today's Local News for Los Angeles CA :


Los Angeles Times

Democrat asks state party to probe Inland Empire campaign

Monday, Dec 02, 2013 12:25 AM EST

Attorney Eloise Gomez Reyes says she tried to address local clubs about her candidacy but discovered that four groups had already endorsed a rival. Eloise Gomez Reyes' frustration seemed to leap off the pages of her recent complaint letter to the head of the California Democratic Party.        

Donors began distancing themselves from Calderon before probe

Sunday, Dec 01, 2013 10:59 PM EST

Corporate benefactors of a political action committee that gave funds to Sen. Ronald Calderon and his brother, a former assemblyman, revamped the organization. SACRAMENTO — Even before the FBI raided state Sen. Ronald S. Calderon's Capitol office as part of a corruption investigation, some of his strongest supporters were already distancing themselves from the Montebello Democrat.        

Laboratory glass blowers find themselves victim of the digital age

Sunday, Dec 01, 2013 10:44 PM EST

A decline of hands-on scientific research has cut need for glass blowers like UC Riverside's Stan Sheldon to create and repair pieces on-site. Stan Sheldon places his blowtorch between two spinning glass tubes. He blows into a mouthpiece that looks like a cigarette perched on his bottom lip. Air enters one end of a tube and puffs up through smoldering, wilting glass. As the tubes appear near ...

L.A.'s downtown dogs spark a sort of turf war

Sunday, Dec 01, 2013 10:10 PM EST

Business district hopes patches of artificial turf just for dogs' dirty work will help curb a growing problem downtown. A downtown Los Angeles pooch can enjoy a made-to-order meal at a local pet boutique, tag along for happy hour or spend an afternoon socializing at the cathedral, but what happens when nature calls?        

Bicyclists, pedestrians wary of Glendale-Hyperion Bridge redesign

Sunday, Dec 01, 2013 09:55 PM EST

Some residents fear proposed Glendale-Hyperion Bridge plan may encourage dangerous driving; engineers say it will ease heavy traffic Mark Marren has watched three people struck by passing cars near a busy bridge that connects the Los Angeles neighborhoods of Atwater Village and Silver Lake.        


CBS 2 Los Angeles

Drivers Beware: Overnight Closures Planned For 5, 405 Freeways

Monday, Dec 02, 2013 05:35 PM EST

Caltrans and Metro will be shutting down several freeways and ramps through Los Angeles this week.

Ryan O’Neal Testifies About Disputed Warhol Art

Monday, Dec 02, 2013 05:20 PM EST

Ryan O'Neal told a jury Monday that he owns an Andy Warhol portrait of Farrah Fawcett and it was not a secret that he had removed the artwork from her home after her death.

Calif. Insurance Commissioner Offers Discount For Buying Quake Coverage

Monday, Dec 02, 2013 04:30 PM EST

Insurance officials offered a new incentive Monday for homeowners across the Southland and throughout California to prepare for the region's next big earthquake.

San Pedro Man Charged With Burglary, Bestiality

Monday, Dec 02, 2013 04:18 PM EST

Los Angeles police officials said Monday a 22-year-old San Pedro man has been charged with burglary and bestiality after being captured on home surveillance video.

Grim Sleeper’s Defense Attorney Asks To Photograph Nearly 900 Pieces Of Evidence

Monday, Dec 02, 2013 03:47 PM EST

Court delays for the accused serial killer known as the Grim Sleeper could drag on even longer after a defense attorney asked a judge Monday for permission to photograph nearly 900 pieces of evidence, some of which date back more than 28 years.


KABC-TV Los Angeles

Victorville club threats lead to deputy-involved shooting

Monday, Dec 02, 2013 06:01 PM EST

A San Bernardino County sheriff's deputy fired a gun during a traffic stop in Victorville early Sunday morning.

Tom Daley comes out in YouTube video, reveals gay romance

Monday, Dec 02, 2013 05:31 PM EST

Diver Tom Daley has opened up about his private life in a YouTube video and revealed he's in a relationship with a man.

Sriracha factory banner: 'No Tear Gas Made Here'

Monday, Dec 02, 2013 05:17 PM EST

Huy Fong Foods, the company that makes Sriracha hot sauce, has placed a banner outside of its Irwindale factory.

Paul Walker's father speaks out; crash investigation continues

Monday, Dec 02, 2013 04:17 PM EST

Paul Walker's father spoke out Monday following the actor's shocking death, remembering his last moments with him.

Steve Sarkisian hired as USC football coach

Monday, Dec 02, 2013 02:47 PM EST

Steve Sarkisian has been hired as the new football coach for University of Southern California, according to ESPN.


FOX 11 News Los Angeles

Surveillance Video Released in Murder Case

Monday, Dec 02, 2013 04:47 PM EST

Homicide detectives and grieving family members are looking for help in solving the unexplained murder of a 21-year-old school custodian, fatally shot while sitting in his car.

More Closures of 5 Freeway This Month

Monday, Dec 02, 2013 03:46 PM EST

More overnight freeway closures and ramp shutdowns are in store for the Golden State (5) Freeway in the San Fernando Valley, Caltrans warned today. 

Fans Warned to Stop Burning Rubber at Paul Walker Death Site

Monday, Dec 02, 2013 03:16 PM EST

Fans mourning the death of "Fast and Furious" actor Paul Walker were warned today not to burn rubber near the impromptu sidewalk shrine in his memory, on the side of a street in Valencia.

Amazon.com Fulfillment Center Opens In IE, Drone Delivery In Future?

Monday, Dec 02, 2013 10:46 AM EST

[ VIEW PHOTO GALLERY ] Amazon.com is already cracking same-day delivery. Next up: getting your package delivered quicker than a pizza? The online retailer is working on a way to get customers their goods in 30 minutes.

Opening Statements For Former Officers In Kelly Thomas Beating Trial

Monday, Dec 02, 2013 10:46 AM EST

More than two years after his son died in a violent confrontation with Fullerton police, Ron Thomas still hears the echoes of that night. Audio recordings and surveillance video taken during the incident.


Los Angeles Business Journal

On Assignment Sells Unit, Makes Two Acquisitions

Monday, Dec 02, 2013 06:34 PM EST

On Assignment Inc. on Monday said that it has completed the sale of one of its business units and made two acquisitions.

Revolution Capital Buys Wisconsin Manufacturer

Monday, Dec 02, 2013 06:33 PM EST

Revolution Capital Group on Monday said that it has acquired Maysteel, an Allenton, Wis. maker of sheet metal products.

Dow, Nasdaq, S&P Slide, LABJ Rises

Monday, Dec 02, 2013 06:33 PM EST

In Monday trading, the Dow Jones industrial average closed down 78 points to 16,009. The Nasdaq fell 15 points to 4,045. The S&P 500 fell 5 points to 1,801. The LABJ Stock Index rose less than 1 point to 176.

Newegg Opens First Retail Location

Monday, Dec 02, 2013 05:48 PM EST

The e-commerce company, which primarily sells electronics, opened the retail location – attached to its warehouse – on Nov. 29, Black Friday, a day when traditional retailers typically offer big discounts.

Proposed Ballot Measure Would Boost Car Tax

Monday, Dec 02, 2013 12:19 PM EST

A former Caltrans chief has proposed an initiative for the 2014 ballot that would more than double the state vehicle license fee to raise funds for rebuilding roads and bridges and boosting mass transit, the Los Angeles Times reports.


KTLA-TV Los Angeles

Paul Walker Wanted to Quit Acting, His Father Recalls

Monday, Dec 02, 2013 05:59 PM EST

Paul Walker, killed in a fiery crash in Santa Clarita on Saturday, had wanted to leave the acting profession that made him famous, according to his grieving father. As a memorial for the actor — best known for his roles …

Kidney Transplant Donors Reunite With Recipients in Westwood

Monday, Dec 02, 2013 05:58 PM EST

Donors and recipients of a kidney donor plan reunited in Westwood on Tuesday. The “Transplant Chain” has been credited with saving about 100 lives. For more information on kidney transplants and exchange program, call the UCLA Medical Center at 310-825-6836.…

Monday Forecast: Cold Arctic Blast Headed for SoCal

Monday, Dec 02, 2013 04:11 PM EST

A blast of cold arctic air was expected to bring an end to SoCal’s warm weather on Tuesday. Mark Kriski has KTLA’s forecast on Monday, Dec. 2, 2013. …

Steve Sarkisian Named USC Head Coach; Ed Orgeron Resigns

Monday, Dec 02, 2013 02:56 PM EST

Steve Sarkisian was named USC’s head football coach Monday, ending speculation that interim head coach Ed Orgeron would be given the position after leading the team to a 6-2 record. Sarkisian, who spent seven years as an assistant at the …

Arctic Blast Expected to End SoCal’s Summer-Like Weather Tuesday

Monday, Dec 02, 2013 01:12 PM EST

The sunny skies and warm temperatures Southern Californians enjoyed the past few days may be coming to an abrupt end on Tuesday. Afternoon high temperatures were forecast to plummet by nearly 20 degrees between Monday and Tuesday when a cold …


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