Thursday, December 26, 2013

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Los Angeles Times

Southland's Christmas present? Warm weather

Thursday, Dec 26, 2013 12:46 AM EST

Long Beach sees a record-high temperature of 85 as Santa Ana winds push hot, dry air across the region. As temperatures hovered around freezing across much of the United States on Christmas Day, Southern California basked in unseasonably warm weather as Santa Ana winds pushed hot, dry air across the region.        

Soil contamination could halt plans for new Jordan Downs housing

Thursday, Dec 26, 2013 12:31 AM EST

The L.A. city housing authority has promised to remove contaminated soil, but some argue the chemical levels will still be too high. As if the task of transforming one of the city's most notorious housing projects into a new "urban village" wasn't daunting enough, Los Angeles has run into another hurdle in the redevelopment of Jordan Downs: concerns over contaminated land.        

Giving thanks to all this Christmas, one cookie at a time

Thursday, Dec 26, 2013 12:17 AM EST

The Cookie Project encourages people around the world to spread the Christmas spirit to those who spend their holiday serving others. Outside a Subway restaurant in West Hollywood, Michael Hope adjusted his Santa hat, stuffed a festive Christmas bag with cellophane-wrapped cookies and prepared to make his first delivery.        

DWP is moving ahead with plans for Owens Valley solar plant

Thursday, Dec 26, 2013 12:16 AM EST

The agency wants to erect 1 million photovoltaic panels on 1,200 acres. But critics worry it will mar historic elements of the Manzanar internment camp and harm wildlife. MANZANAR, Calif. — Over the objections of critics, Los Angeles is moving ahead with plans to build a $680-million 200-megawatt solar energy plant within view of this desolate Eastern Sierra site that was a Japanese American ...

Lower enrollment at once-crowded Belmont High brings mixed results

Wednesday, Dec 25, 2013 10:31 PM EST

The student population began falling and test scores went up. But school traditions and character have eroded, educators say. Passing periods at Belmont High School used to mean pushing your way through a hall teeming with students. Now, it is a leisurely stroll.        


CBS 2 Los Angeles

Motorcyclist Killed After Colliding With Big Rig On 22 Freeway In Orange

Thursday, Dec 26, 2013 06:03 PM EST

Authorities say a 30-year-old motorcyclist was killed Thursday morning when he crashed into a big rig truck on the Garden Grove (22) Freeway.

NBA: Blake Griffin Shouldn’t Have Been Ejected

Thursday, Dec 26, 2013 06:01 PM EST

Golden State forward Draymond Green was fined $15,000 by the NBA on Thursday for failing to leave the court in a timely manner after his ejection Wednesday night against the Los Angeles Clippers.

UC Riverside, Irvine Students To Be Among First To Try Online Classes At Other Campuses

Thursday, Dec 26, 2013 05:33 PM EST

University of California students in Riverside and Irvine will soon have the ability to take online courses offered by other campuses within the system.

Warm Weather Will Delay Finishing Touches On Rose Parade Floats

Thursday, Dec 26, 2013 04:14 PM EST

The race is on to prepare the 45 elaborate and larger-than-life floats that will make their way down Colorado Boulevard for the 125th annual Rose Parade on New Year’s Day.

Leimart Park Parade Marks Start Of Kwanzaa

Thursday, Dec 26, 2013 03:01 PM EST

A parade along Crenshaw Boulevard Thursday marked the first day of Kwanzaa.


KABC-TV Los Angeles

Torrance arson suspect Asa Dolak killed at Madrona Middle School

Thursday, Dec 26, 2013 06:50 PM EST

A 19-year-old Torrance arson suspect was killed in a police shoot-out at Madrona Middle School, police confirm.

Driver who was rescued from burning car arrested for DUI

Thursday, Dec 26, 2013 06:06 PM EST

A 72-year-old man who was rescued from his burning car on the 405 Freeway has been arrested on suspicion of DUI.

President Obama signs bipartisan budget deal easing cuts

Thursday, Dec 26, 2013 04:35 PM EST

President Barack Obama has signed a bipartisan budget bill easing automatic spending cuts over two years.

Weekly US jobless claims drop 42K to 338K

Thursday, Dec 26, 2013 04:35 PM EST

The number of Americans applying for unemployment benefits dropped by 42,000 last week to a seasonally adjusted 338,000.

Egypt hikes assault on Muslim Brotherhood

Thursday, Dec 26, 2013 04:35 PM EST

Egypt's security authorities launched a sweep of arrests of Muslim Brotherhood members on Thursday.


FOX 11 News Los Angeles

Santa's Sleigh Delayed After Snags At UPS, FedEx

Thursday, Dec 26, 2013 10:56 AM EST

Santa's sleigh didn't make it in time for Christmas for some this year due to shipping problems at UPS and FedEx. The delays were blamed on poor weather earlier this week in parts of the country.

Rose Parade Float Preview Draws Crowds

Thursday, Dec 26, 2013 10:56 AM EST

The New Year is just days away - and now it's time to get to work on those Rose Parade floats. Sandra Endo was live in Irwindale at Fiesta Parade Floats!

Police Search For Arsonist Suspected In Home Fires

Thursday, Dec 26, 2013 10:26 AM EST

[ VIEW PHOTO GALLERY ] Torrance police today hunted for a suspect believed to have set a house on fire. The 19-year-old man may be engaged in a dispute with a former girlfriend and set one fire at her home.

Brush Fire Smolders In Windy Santa Susana Pass

Thursday, Dec 26, 2013 10:26 AM EST

Southern California firefighters are working to mop up a 10-acre brush fire that was rapidly spread by gusty Santa Ana winds Christmas night.

Adopt A Letter: Brings Joy To Needy Families

Wednesday, Dec 25, 2013 11:11 PM EST

You've heard about those letter to Santa that the post office gets every year, right?   The organization Adopt a Letter takes many of those letters, posts them on www.AdoptALetter.org to solicit donations to make the wishes come true.


Los Angeles Business Journal

Obit: Hollywood Publicist Julian Myers, 97

Thursday, Dec 26, 2013 06:38 PM EST

Noted Hollywood publicist Julian Myers, who represented stars such as Marilyn Monroe and Judy Garland, has passed away. He was 97.

Iger's Compensation Slides 15 Percent

Thursday, Dec 26, 2013 05:38 PM EST

The annual compensation package for Walt Disney Co. Chief Executive Rober Iger dropped 15 percent in the last fiscal year, the company said in a regulatory filing this week.

PS Business Parks Buys Bay Area Complex

Thursday, Dec 26, 2013 05:23 PM EST

Glendale's PS Business Parks Inc. has acquired the Bayshore Corporate Center in San Mateo for $60.5 million.

TPG to Acquire of Owner of Gelson’s Markets

Thursday, Dec 26, 2013 04:53 PM EST

Gelson’s Markets parent Arden Group Inc. has announced it will be acquired by investment firm TPG in a deal valued at $394 million.

CBRE Completes Acquisition of U.K Firm

Thursday, Dec 26, 2013 04:53 PM EST

CBRE Group Inc. has completed its acquisition of Norland Managed Services, which provides technical engineering services for commercial buildings in the United Kingdom and Ireland.


KTLA-TV Los Angeles

Red Flag Warnings Extended Due to Gusty Winds, Low Humidity

Thursday, Dec 26, 2013 04:36 PM EST

Gusty winds and very low humidity levels have led to an extension of red flag warnings across much of Southern California. The warnings, which were expected to expire Thursday afternoon, will now be in effect until 10 a.m. Friday for …

Driver Rescued From Burning Car Arrested on Suspicion of DUI

Thursday, Dec 26, 2013 02:35 PM EST

A motorist who was rescued from a burning car after weaving in and out of lanes on the 405 Freeway on Christmas Day has been arrested on suspicion of drunken driving. The unidentified 72-year-old driver was pulled from his black …

Opening Day: Santa Anita Ready for Heavy Schedule

Thursday, Dec 26, 2013 01:36 PM EST

There’s no denying the increased responsibilities being placed on Santa Anita as it opens its 77th winter/spring meeting Thursday. With the permanent closing of Hollywood Park, the Arcadia track takes on the expanded role of primary proponent for horse racing …

Thursday Forecast: Another Warm December Day

Thursday, Dec 26, 2013 01:35 PM EST

The warm Southern California weather is expected to continue through the end of 2013. Mark Kriski has KTLA’s forecast on Thursday, Dec. 26, 2013. …

Alleged LAX Shooter Paul Ciancia Pleads Not Guilty to 11 Counts

Thursday, Dec 26, 2013 01:05 PM EST

The 23-year-old suspect in a fatal LAX shooting spree that left international travel in chaos and passengers terrified pleaded not guilty to charges of murder and other crimes at a brief hearing Thursday at a Rancho Cucamonga jail. Paul Ciancia, …


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