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Los Angeles Times

New toll lanes open on 10 Freeway

Saturday, Feb 23, 2013 03:24 AM EST

The 14 miles of 'HOT lanes' between El Monte and downtown L.A. are part of a trial program to see if letting solo drivers pay to use the express lanes can help ease gridlock. Los Angeles County's venture into toll roads advanced early Saturday with the opening of 14 miles of express lanes on the San Bernardino Freeway — the second project of its type to begin operation in the region since ...

Bell jury is handed the fates of six onetime civic leaders

Saturday, Feb 23, 2013 01:23 AM EST

After four weeks of testimony in the city's corruption trial, jurors must decide whether it was legal for six former City Council members to receive salaries as high as $100,000 a year. Before jurors left the courtroom to deliberate, the prosecutor took a final shot at the six former City Council members accused of corruption.

California lawmaker Rubio leaves Legislature for Chevron job

Saturday, Feb 23, 2013 01:08 AM EST

State Sen. Michael J. Rubio, who was leading an effort to make California's environmental laws more business-friendly, has resigned. A special election will be called to fill the Central Valley seat. SACRAMENTO — State Sen. Michael J. Rubio, who was leading the Legislature's effort to make California's environmental laws more business-friendly, abruptly resigned from office Friday to accept a ...

NextG agrees to pay $14.5 million for role in 2007 Malibu fire

Saturday, Feb 23, 2013 12:31 AM EST

Under a proposed settlement, NextG would pay $8.5 million into California's general fund and another $6 million to have telephone poles inspected. The 2007 fire was sparked by toppled poles. A phone company whose equipment on a top-heavy pole was partly to blame for the 2007 Malibu Canyon fire has agreed to pay $14.5 million under a proposed settlement, according to legal documents.

Taken aback by a photo from way back

Friday, Feb 22, 2013 11:38 PM EST

A picture at a new Wells Fargo office in Alhambra shows 5-year-old Fame Rybicki at her father's service station in 1926. On Saturday, the now 91-year-old will attend its unveiling. A bank's branch office in Alhambra is helping Fame Rybicki become famous.


Los Angeles Daily News

How can California encourage business and boost jobs? Readers respond to our Question of the Week: Opinion

Saturday, Feb 23, 2013 04:51 PM EST

California focuses too much on driving business out of the state due to the high insurance and workers' compensation issues. If Gov. Jerry Brown really cared about bringing revenue into the state, instead of taxing the residents, maybe he would think about getting rid of the insurance issues surrounding new businesses.

Editorial: Oscars are one election where politicians don't belong

Saturday, Feb 23, 2013 04:51 PM EST

In general, there's no use complaining about it: Art and politics are inextricably linked. For as long as people have told stories, they've portrayed the drama and comedy of politics.

Memorial service set for Sunday for Monica Quan, Keith Lawrence; couple believed to have been killed by Christopher ...

Saturday, Feb 23, 2013 03:21 PM EST

IRVINE - A memorial service will be held Sunday at Concordia University in Irvine for Cal State Fullerton women's assistant basketball coach Monica Quan and her fiance Keith Lawrence, the first two people authorities say were murdered by fired Los Angeles Police Department Officer Christopher Dorner.

Brown's proposed school funding formula would aid poorer districts

Friday, Feb 22, 2013 11:13 PM EST

It doesn't necessarily rob from the rich, but Gov. Jerry Brown's proposed school funding formula would definitely give more to the poor. And that has officials from some well-to-do districts crying foul.

Watchdogs' calls to end state Assembly slush fund ignored

Friday, Feb 22, 2013 11:06 PM EST

Government watchdogs have called for increased oversight of a state Assembly "slush fund," which has dispensed more than $73 million since December 2009, according to documents obtained by the Los Angeles News Group.


CBS 2 Los Angeles

Baby Seal Rescued By Deputies After Straying Into Traffic Lanes In Carson

Saturday, Feb 23, 2013 02:39 PM EST

A seal pup was rescued by Los Angeles County Sheriff’s deputies after it wandered into traffic on Avalon Boulevard.

Pursuit Suspect Arrested After Deputy-Involved Shooting In Anaheim

Saturday, Feb 23, 2013 02:11 PM EST

A man who fled from Orange County authorities was arrested Saturday after a deputy-involved shooting.

4 Wounded In Shooting Outside Lancaster Nightclub, 2 Suspects At Large

Saturday, Feb 23, 2013 11:48 AM EST

The shooting occurred outside of the Industry Theater, 43145 Business Center Parkway, in Lancaster, according to the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department.

‘Brides Against Cancer’ Sell Gowns For A Good Cause

Saturday, Feb 23, 2013 10:56 AM EST

Brides Against Cancer sells donated wedding gowns with proceeds benefiting programs and services for people impacted by cancer.

2 Injured In South LA Street Racing Crash

Saturday, Feb 23, 2013 10:33 AM EST

A street race that led to a crash in South Los Angeles left two people with major injuries early Saturday morning, the California Highway Patrol said.


NBC Los Angeles

Herbalife Recalls Shakes for Undeclared Allergens

Saturday, Feb 23, 2013 04:55 PM EST

Milk proteins may be in a now-recalled shake mix that is labeled dairy-free, according to Herbalife International of America. Photo Credit: Lilyana Vynogradova, Shutterstock

Dog Food, Treats Recalled for Possible Salmonella

Saturday, Feb 23, 2013 03:25 PM EST

Dog owners are being warned that dog treats and food sold nationwide may be contaminated with salmonella.

Santa Ana's First-Ever Gun Buyback is Under Way

Saturday, Feb 23, 2013 01:55 PM EST

Santa Ana residents can surrender their weapons in exchange for gift cards Saturday during the city’s first-ever gun buyback event. Photo Credit: NBC10 Philadelphia - Catherine Brown

"Future Self" Photos Aim to Inspire Retirement Savings

Saturday, Feb 23, 2013 12:40 PM EST

If you could see a picture of yourself 40 years in the future, would it change the way you live today? That’s the theory behind Face Retirement, which takes a picture of your face and reveals a photo of... Photo Credit: Shutterstock

Crash Sets in Motion High-Speed Pursuit: Officials

Saturday, Feb 23, 2013 11:10 AM EST

A high-speed pursuit began when authorities spotted a man sleeping in his sport-utility vehicle in the drive thru of an Anaheim restaurant, and ended early Saturday in shots fired.


KABC-TV Los Angeles

Van Nuys dad visits strip club, leaves 2-year-old toddler outside

Saturday, Feb 23, 2013 05:20 PM EST

A Van Nuys man is under arrest, accused of leaving his 2-year-old toddler in the car while venturing inside a strip club.

Long Beach police officer sentenced to 11 yrs for sex crimes w/ minors

Saturday, Feb 23, 2013 04:29 PM EST

A Long Beach police officer has been sentenced to 11 years in prison for sex crimes involving five underage girls.

San Diego burglars mistake jukebox for ATM machine

Saturday, Feb 23, 2013 03:44 PM EST

Cameras were rolling as thieves smashed their way into a Hooters and mistakenly hauled a jukebox instead of an ATM.

Calif. Best Buy stores ordered to pay $875K in overcharging lawsuit

Saturday, Feb 23, 2013 02:44 PM EST

Best Buy has been ordered to pay nearly $900,000 to settle a pricing lawsuit regarding its advertising policies.

F-35 fleet grounded after engine crack found

Saturday, Feb 23, 2013 02:29 PM EST

The Pentagon suspended its fleet of F-35 fighter planes after discovering a cracked engine blade during an inspection.


FOX 11 News Los Angeles

It's 5 o'clock somewhere: Happy National Margarita Day

Friday, Feb 22, 2013 06:44 PM EST

Grab salt, limes and a bottle of tequila, it's National Margarita Day!


KTLA-TV Los Angeles

Oscar Pistorius Leaves Jail After Bail Granted

Saturday, Feb 23, 2013 03:43 PM EST

Pretoria, South Africa (CNN) — Oscar Pistorius left jail Friday, free on bond eight days after the shooting death of his model girlfriend, Reeva Steenkamp. Magistrate Desmond Nair said the state had problems with its investigation and had not offered …

Win A Trip To Catalina Island!

Saturday, Feb 23, 2013 12:43 PM EST

Think you look like a celebrity? Submit a photo and tell who you think you look like. Then watch the Morning News on Sunday for the code words. You could win two nights at the Aurora Hotel on Catalina Island, …

Anaheim High-Speed Pursuit Involves Shooting, Ends In Crash

Saturday, Feb 23, 2013 12:28 PM EST

ANAHEIM (KTLA) — A dangerous high-speed pursuit ended in a violent crash in Anaheim on Sunday. Orange County Sheriff’s deputies spotted and began pursuing a reckless driver in Anaheim around 3:05 a.m., according to spokesman Jim Amarmino. At one point, …

Celebrate the Oscar’s with Sofitel Los Angeles at Beverly Hills

Saturday, Feb 23, 2013 12:13 PM EST

Sofitel Los Angeles at Beverly Hills is hosting an Oscar viewing party full with french cuisine and tasty dishes. Steve Valentine and Chef Gary Altounian joined us with a preview of some dishes they will be offering. They also shared …

Police Release Sketch Of Whittier Kidnapping Suspect

Saturday, Feb 23, 2013 12:13 PM EST

WHITTIER, Calif. (KTLA) — Police have released a sketch as they ask the public for help in locating a man suspected of kidnapping a girl in Whittier. Several local schools have increased security as well, as the same suspect is …


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