Wednesday, December 12, 2012

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Los Angeles Times

Doctor caught with 1,000 child porn images, police say

Wednesday, Dec 12, 2012 10:08 AM EST

A Santa Ana foot doctor was arrested Tuesday on a warrant accusing him of possessing more than 1,000 images of child pornography on his company computer.

Preventing a tragedy for seniors at the wheel

Wednesday, Dec 12, 2012 01:23 AM EST

Sometimes the best judge of whether someone's still capable of driving safely is the passenger. When my dad's driving deteriorated, I called the California Department of Motor Vehicles and asked about the procedure for having his license revoked. I could fill out a form, I was told, and my dad would be called in to have his driving ability reevaluated.

Brazen N.Y. killing of L.A. man leaves puzzling questions

Wednesday, Dec 12, 2012 01:23 AM EST

Video surveillance cameras capture the shooting death of Brandon Woodard, who had a record of 20 arrests, but no clear reason for being in New York. NEW YORK — Brandon Woodard checked out of his midtown Manhattan hotel room Monday afternoon and emerged onto 58th Street a block from Columbus Circle.

Labor makes Los Angeles' budget analyst a factor in mayoral race

Wednesday, Dec 12, 2012 12:53 AM EST

Labor unions want to know if Los Angeles mayoral candidates would keep City Administrative Officer Miguel Santana, who has pushed for layoffs and outsourcing. Los Angeles City Hall's top budget analyst, who has succeeded in pushing an array of cost-cutting measures opposed by labor leaders, is becoming a lightning rod in the contest to replace Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa.

Address concerns before staff changes at 911 center, L.A. mayor says

Wednesday, Dec 12, 2012 12:29 AM EST

Public safety would be compromised if the staff reduction plan is adopted before a balky computer system is replaced, the center's commander says. Los Angeles Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa said Tuesday that concerns raised by a top Fire Department commander about staffing changes at the agency's 911 call center need to be addressed before the proposal moves forward.


Los Angeles Daily News

With one ex-San Fernando councilman on lam, another escapes charges - for now

Wednesday, Dec 12, 2012 07:01 PM EST

A judge dismissed criminal battery charges Wednesday afternoon against a former San Fernando city councilwoman after her ex-lover failed to show up for court to testify against her.

Calif Gov. Jerry Brown being treated for prostate cancer

Wednesday, Dec 12, 2012 06:33 PM EST

SACRAMENTO - California Gov. Jerry Brown is undergoing radiation treatment for prostate cancer, his office said Wednesday.

L.A. Animal Services agrees to move forward with dog and cat behavior assessment program

Wednesday, Dec 12, 2012 05:32 PM EST

Los Angeles animal shelters will tentatively develop an animal behavior assessment program that supporters say could help boost adoptions and prevent returned pets.

Police looking for 'Job App Bandit' who's robbed Starbucks and Subways in the Valley

Wednesday, Dec 12, 2012 05:31 PM EST

Los Angeles Police are searching for a man dubbed the "Job App Bandit," who is wanted for nine robberies over two months of coffee shops and restaurants in the west and north San Fernando Valley areas.

Yaroslavsky seeks audit of contractor behind 405 Freeway widening

Wednesday, Dec 12, 2012 05:06 PM EST

Concerned about alleged damage to homes and vehicles near the construction site of the San Diego (405) Freeway widening, Los Angeles County Supervisor Zev Yaroslavsky is seeking to audit the contractor behind the


CBS 2 Los Angeles

5 Suspects Lead Police On High-Speed Pursuit After Allegedly Shooting Store Clerk

Wednesday, Dec 12, 2012 07:15 PM EST

Five suspects in an armed robbery led police on a high-speed chase Wednesday after allegedly shooting a clerk at a Moreno Valley jewelry store.

Gov. Jerry Brown Undergoing Treatment For ‘Localized’ Prostate Cancer

Wednesday, Dec 12, 2012 06:04 PM EST

The Governor's Office has announced that Jerry Brown is undergoing treatment for localized prostate cancer.

Case Dismissed After No-Show In Court By Ex-San Fernando Mayor

Wednesday, Dec 12, 2012 05:09 PM EST

A battery and vandalism case against a former San Fernando City Councilwoman was dismissed Wednesday after another former council member failed to show up in court.

Public’s Help Sought In Identifying Robber Dubbed ‘Job App Bandit’

Wednesday, Dec 12, 2012 05:06 PM EST

Police are asking for the public’s help in identifying a suspect dubbed the “Job App Bandit” who has robbed at least nine businesses across the San Fernando Valley and beyond.

Pipe Bomb Blamed For Newsstand Blast In Palms; No Injuries

Wednesday, Dec 12, 2012 05:05 PM EST

An explosive device damaged a newspaper rack in the Palms area of Los Angeles on Wednesday, but officials said no injuries were reported.


NBC Los Angeles

OC Police Pursuit Resumes

Wednesday, Dec 12, 2012 07:19 PM EST

An alleged armed robber car-jacked a vehicle and is now leading police on a high-speed pursuit in Orange County. Watch live video on NBCLA.com.

Rabbis Fight to Light Candles With Prisoners

Wednesday, Dec 12, 2012 05:19 PM EST

Rabbis say rules forbidding Hanukkah candles in Arizona and other states go too far. Photo Credit: AP

Storm to Bring Cold Rain, Winds and Snow

Wednesday, Dec 12, 2012 05:04 PM EST

Southern California was expected to be hit Wednesday with a cold front from Alaska that is set to move inland and bring widespread rain, gusty winds, colder temperatures and mountain snowfall.

Alleged Panga Boat Smugglers Charged

Wednesday, Dec 12, 2012 02:04 PM EST

Two Mexican nationals and two U.S. citizens have been charged in a human smuggling conspiracy that drew headlines this week when 23 people were found in wet clothing and caked with sand after getting off a boat...

Santa Photo Fail: Pics of No Good Santa Encounters

Wednesday, Dec 12, 2012 12:04 PM EST

It's Christmastime and it's that time of year when you head out with the family and get those beloved pics of the kids with Santa. Except the photos don't always turn out as you hoped.


KABC-TV Los Angeles

Honda recalls Odysseys, Pilots, Acuras for key system

Wednesday, Dec 12, 2012 06:31 PM EST

Honda is recalling more than 800,000 minivans and SUVs over concerns the key system can wear out and cause a crash.

Gov. Brown being treated for prostate cancer

Wednesday, Dec 12, 2012 06:16 PM EST

Gov. Jerry Brown is undergoing treatment for localized prostate cancer, his office announced on Wednesday.

Case against ex-San Fernando councilwoman dismissed

Wednesday, Dec 12, 2012 05:37 PM EST

The case against Maribel De La Torre has been dismissed after the alleged victim did not appear in court Wednesday.

North Korea rocket launch condemned by UN Security Council

Wednesday, Dec 12, 2012 05:31 PM EST

The U.N. condemned North Korea's successful rocket launch and said it will consider 'an appropriate response.'

Palms newsstand explosion caused by homemade device

Wednesday, Dec 12, 2012 05:07 PM EST

A homemade device was the source of an explosion at a newspaper vending machine in the Palms area of Los Angeles.


FOX 11 News Los Angeles

Calif Gov. Brown being treated for prostate cancer

Wednesday, Dec 12, 2012 07:13 PM EST

California Gov. Jerry Brown is being treated with radiation for early stage prostate cancer.

'Lincoln,' 'Les Mis,' 'Playbook' Lead SAG Awards

Wednesday, Dec 12, 2012 03:43 PM EST

The Civil War saga "Lincoln," the musical "Les Miserables" and the comic drama "Silver Linings Playbook" boosted their Academy Awards prospects Wednesday.

It's 12-12-2012: Let's Go Get Married!

Wednesday, Dec 12, 2012 12:58 PM EST

With the easy-to-remember date of 12/12/12, more people than usual are expected to try to get married on Wednesday.

'Medical Marijuana Helps My Son With Rare Disease'

Wednesday, Dec 12, 2012 11:43 AM EST

The father of a six-year-old boy with Dravet Syndrome, a rare and catastrophic form of epilepsy, gave his son medical marijuana after prescribed drugs didn't work.

Here We Go Again: Lohan's Probation Could Be Revoked

Wednesday, Dec 12, 2012 10:43 AM EST

Los Angeles prosecutors on Tuesday asked a judge to revoke Lindsay Lohan's probation and schedule a hearing that could lead to the actress' return to jail.


Los Angeles Business Journal

Report: Southland Publishers Eye Tribune Papers

Wednesday, Dec 12, 2012 05:54 PM EST

Two Southern Californian publishers are considering bidding for Tribune Co.’s stable of newspapers, which includes the Los Angeles Times, according to news reports.

ILFC Takes Back Planes from Airline in India

Wednesday, Dec 12, 2012 05:40 PM EST

International Lease Finance Corp. has repossessed four jetliners that it leased to struggling Indian carrier Kingfisher Airlines citing non-payment, according to a news report.

Boingo Partners with Large Japanese Carrier

Wednesday, Dec 12, 2012 05:40 PM EST

Boingo Wireless Inc. said that NTT Docomo Inc., the second largest mobile operator in Asia, was expanding its relationship with the Los Angeles Wi-Fi hotspot provider.

Sale of Physicians Formula Closes

Wednesday, Dec 12, 2012 05:40 PM EST

Markwins International Corp. has completed its acquisition of Asuza cosmetics company Physicians Formula Holdings Inc. in a $75 million deal.

Stocks Mixed at Close

Wednesday, Dec 12, 2012 05:40 PM EST

In Wednesday trading, the Dow Jones industrial average closed down 2 points to 13,245. The Nasdaq fell more than 8 points to 3,014. The S&P 500 rose nearly 1 point to 1,428. The LABJ Stock Index was unchanged at 136.


KTLA-TV Los Angeles

14-year-old Girl Shot in Face, Suspect Sought

Wednesday, Dec 12, 2012 01:37 PM EST

LOS ANGELES (KTLA) -- Police are asking for help finding the suspect who shot a 14-year-old girl in the face as she walked with friends.

Rain and Snow Heading to Southern California

Wednesday, Dec 12, 2012 01:07 PM EST

LOS ANGELES (KTLA) -- A storm is expected to bring rain and snow to Southern California beginning Wednesday, possibly snarling the afternoon commute.

'Les Miz,' 'Silver Linings,' 'Lincoln' Top SAG Nominees

Wednesday, Dec 12, 2012 11:52 AM EST

LOS ANGELES -- Steven Spielberg's historical biography "Lincoln," the musical epic "Les Miserables" and the quirky romantic comedy "Silver Linings Playbook" dominated the Screen Actors Guild Award nominations Wednesday morning, receiving four nominations apiece.

12-12-12 is Here -- A Calendar Date of a Lifetime

Wednesday, Dec 12, 2012 10:22 AM EST

LOS ANGELES (KTLA) -- 12-12-12 is here. It's a calendar quirk that has brides running to the altar and expectant parents hoping for an unusual birthday for their children.

O.C. Foot Doctor Arrested on Child Porn Charges

Wednesday, Dec 12, 2012 09:37 AM EST

SANTA ANA, Calif. (KTLA) -- A podiatrist from Santa Ana has been arrested for possessing over 1,000 images of child pornography.


LA Weekly

Too Much Mr. Nice Guy: How Lee Baca Let Paul Tanaka Run Amok in City Jails

Wednesday, Dec 12, 2012 03:54 PM EST

Shortly after he was made captain of the Men's Central Jail, Robert Olmsted picked up on a disturbing pattern. Many of the guards had broken right hands. The threat of violence permeated the facility. Mouthing off to a guard could lead to a beating. Sometimes, when inmates would expose the...

The Hunt for Jose Smiley Saenz

Wednesday, Dec 12, 2012 03:54 PM EST

Linda Muse's ringing cellphone interrupted Thanksgiving dinner. The Los Angeles County Sheriff's homicide detective excused herself, abandoning a warm table of friends, relatives, turkey and cranberry sauce — and stepped back into a world of blood and horror. It would be the 32-year ...

Fili Lamas's Family Tragedy

Wednesday, Dec 12, 2012 03:53 PM EST

Filimon Lamas Family Tragedy On a drizzly Wednesday afternoon, waitress Laura Garcia leans onto the counter at Chips Café in Hawthorne, her big, brown eyes brimming with tears. "He was a noble human being," she says of her former boss, her voice trembling. "Always did good, a...

L.A.'s Hit and Run Epidemic and Andrea Alarcon Have Readers Hopping Mad

Wednesday, Dec 12, 2012 03:53 PM EST

Fleeing the Scene Our mailbag was positively stuffed with reactions to Simone Wilson's Dec. 7 cover story, which tackled the alarming incidence of hit-and-run accidents in Los Angeles ("Hit-and-Run Epidemic"). Readers were impressed with the depth of Wilson's reporting — and horrifie...


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