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Los Angeles Times

MOCA board says museum will stay independent

Wednesday, Mar 20, 2013 08:09 AM EDT

The Museum of Contemporary Art's trustees, who had an acquisition offer from LACMA, are 'committed to independence' for the institution, they say. The trustees of L.A.'s Museum of Contemporary Art say they have decided not to turn over the keys to their financially ailing institution to others — notably the Los Angeles County Museum of Art — and will instead raise the money needed to keep the ...

Greuel backs away from call for new talks over L.A. pension cuts

Wednesday, Mar 20, 2013 01:19 AM EDT

After earlier remarks caught the attention of the Chamber of Commerce, the mayoral candidate says she just wants to meet with unions in an effort to avoid a lawsuit over reduced benefits for new city hires. Los Angeles mayoral candidate Wendy Greuel backed away Tuesday from her call for a new round of negotiations over employee pension cuts, saying she wants only to meet with labor leaders to ...

O.C. might slash funding to model healthcare nonprofit

Wednesday, Mar 20, 2013 01:19 AM EDT

Head of Latino Health Access speculates that proposed cut may stem from an earlier dispute over the organization's use of Spanish. It serves all ethnic groups. Orange County officials are considering slashing funding to a Santa Ana nonprofit that has become a community model for its public health outreach efforts in the county's poorest neighborhoods.

L.A. Fire Department overhaul measures delayed

Wednesday, Mar 20, 2013 01:19 AM EDT

Chief Brian Cummings withdraws a plan to add firefighters and cut 911 response times, and an upgrade to the LAFD's data analysis will miss its deadline. Two key reform efforts intended to address the Los Angeles Fire Department's diminished resources and faulty performance tracking are being delayed, agency officials said Tuesday.

Deal will avoid deep cuts in home care for elderly, disabled

Wednesday, Mar 20, 2013 12:34 AM EDT

Gov. Brown, unions and social service advocates agree to an 8% cut in service hours rather than the 20% the state sought last year. SACRAMENTO — Gov. Jerry Brown will no longer seek steep cuts in home care for the elderly and the disabled, ending a prolonged court battle spawned by the state's persistent budget crisis.


Los Angeles Daily News

Teen from Sherman Oaks asks Sports Illustrated swimsuit model Kate Upton to prom, video goes viral

Wednesday, Mar 20, 2013 06:18 PM EDT

A Sherman Oaks teen may have snagged the ultimate prom date -- supermodel Kate Upton -- after his YouTube video asking her out went viral and caught her eye, prompting her to say she'd "love to go" if her schedule allows. | Inside: All the videos plus a Kate Upton gallery

'Huffing' tragedy: Eighth-grader at Northridge's Nobel Charter Middle School dies after inhaling chemical vapors

Wednesday, Mar 20, 2013 05:19 PM EDT

A dangerous trend known as "huffing," in which teens inhale chemical vapors to get a quick high, has been blamed for the death of a eighth-grade honors student at Northridge's Nobel Charter Middle School, officials said Wednesday.

Animal-shelter workers rallying at East Valley Shelter to oppose end of overnight duty

Wednesday, Mar 20, 2013 03:18 PM EDT

Animal welfare activists are set to join city unions in rallying tonight to resuscitate overnight shifts at Los Angeles animal shelters.

LAUSD board votes for term limits on its president, ending Monica Garcia's tenure in seat

Wednesday, Mar 20, 2013 02:49 PM EDT

With newly re-elected incumbent Steve ZImmer providing the deciding vote, the LAUSD board on Tuesday imposed term limits on who can serve as its president, a move designed to end Monica Garcia's five-year hold on the seat.

L.A. mayoral voters still need to hear from Kevin James: Opinion

Wednesday, Mar 20, 2013 01:33 PM EDT

With two months to go before the Los Angeles mayoral runoff between Eric Garcetti and Wendy Greuel, a big unanswered question is which candidate will receive an endorsement from Kevin James. A bigger unanswered question is whether James actually will make an endorsement at all.


CBS 2 Los Angeles

City Council Approves $1.25M Settlement For 2 LAPD Lesbian Officers

Wednesday, Mar 20, 2013 06:58 PM EDT

The Los Angeles City Council approved a $1.25 million settlement Wednesday to a current and former officer who accused the Police Department of discriminating against them and harassing them because they are lesbians.

5 Of 6 Defendants Found Guilty In Bell Corruption Trial

Wednesday, Mar 20, 2013 06:57 PM EDT

Jurors have convicted five of the six defendants in the Bell corruption trial, but remain deadlocked on 10 charges.

New CSU Classes, Increased Enrollment Dependent On State Legislature

Wednesday, Mar 20, 2013 06:49 PM EDT

Proposition 30 and an improving economy will help keep Cal State University fees at their current levels – unless proposed funding falls through.

DA Says Police Were Justified In Fatally Shooting Suspect Last July

Wednesday, Mar 20, 2013 06:39 PM EDT

The Orange County District Attorney announced Wednesday that police in Anaheim were justified in the fatal shooting of a suspect last July.

LAUSD Teams Up With Other Districts To Serve Cheaper, Healthier Lunches

Wednesday, Mar 20, 2013 05:25 PM EDT

The Los Angeles Unified School District has teamed up with five other large school districts to save money and serve a higher quality menu to students.


NBC Los Angeles

Ex-Councilman Found Not Guilty Never Had a Plan B

Wednesday, Mar 20, 2013 04:18 PM EDT

As a tearful Luis Artiga clutched a tissue in court late Wednesday morning, listening to his verdicts being read, he already knew his fate.

Bell Activists Welcome "Day of Justice"

Wednesday, Mar 20, 2013 03:33 PM EDT

Verdicts announced Wednesday come ahead of the trial for former city manager Robert Rizzo.

"Bell 6" Mugshots

Wednesday, Mar 20, 2013 02:33 PM EDT

Six Bell City Council members -- Victor Bello, Luis Artiga, George Mirabal, Oscar Hernandez, Teresa Jacobo and George Cole -- are accused of misappropriating public funds to inflate their salaries faced felony charges in court starting

Multiple Guilty Verdicts in "Bell 6" Corruption Trial

Wednesday, Mar 20, 2013 01:33 PM EDT

More than a month after testimony ended, a jury reached mixed verdicts in the trial of the so-called "Bell 6," finding former City Council members guilty of several counts of misappropriation of public funds in... Photo Credit: AP Pool Photo/Los Angeles Times

Small Earthquake Reported Near Downtown LA

Wednesday, Mar 20, 2013 01:03 PM EDT

The quake was reported at 9:22 a.m., and shaking was reported in Downey, Paramount and Long Beach. Photo Credit: USGS


KABC-TV Los Angeles

Driver crashes into Ventura building, leaves car

Wednesday, Mar 20, 2013 07:10 PM EDT

Police are searching for a hit-and-run driver who slammed into a Ventura building on the 1100 block of Seaward Avenue.

Body identified as missing woman Lorna Lopez

Wednesday, Mar 20, 2013 06:40 PM EDT

A woman who was found dead in a field in Chino was identified Tuesday as missing woman Lorna Lopez.

Long Beach plant explosion forces evacuations; no injuries

Wednesday, Mar 20, 2013 04:40 PM EDT

Long Beach fire fighters responded to an explosion at a power plant Wednesday morning. Fortunately, there were no injuries.

Bell corruption trial: Former mayor, 4 council members convicted; Artiga acquitted

Wednesday, Mar 20, 2013 03:55 PM EDT

Former Bell Mayor Oscar Hernandez and four former council members were convicted for misappropriation of public funds.

Bell corruption trial: Former mayor convicted on 5 counts

Wednesday, Mar 20, 2013 01:46 PM EDT

Former Bell Mayor Hernandez was convicted of five counts of misappropriation of public funds, but acquitted of five others.


FOX 11 News Los Angeles

Bobby Brown Turns Himself In For DUI Conviction

Wednesday, Mar 20, 2013 06:46 PM EDT

Bobby Brown has surrendered to authorities and will begin a 55-day jail sentence for a driving under the influence conviction.

Report: 'Tonight Show' Headed To NY Without Leno

Wednesday, Mar 20, 2013 06:31 PM EDT

The New York Times is reporting that the "Tonight Show" is expected to move to New York without its host, Jay Leno. The new host? Jimmy Fallon.

Lesbian LA Cops Receive $1.25M In Discrimination Case

Wednesday, Mar 20, 2013 05:31 PM EDT

The LA City Council has approved a $1.25 million settlement to two current and former officers who accused the Police Department of discriminating against them and harassing them because they are lesbians.

5-Week Coldwater Canyon Closure Starts Saturday

Wednesday, Mar 20, 2013 03:31 PM EDT

Starting Saturday, work to replace a Department of Water and Power trunk line will have Coldwater Canyon Avenue closed between Ventura Boulevard and Mulholland Drive during daylight hours through April 25.

Rick's LA Weather Insider: Vernal Equinox

Wednesday, Mar 20, 2013 03:16 PM EDT

This is how are planet looks on the Vernal Equinox, the official start of spring in the Northern Hemisphere. The Earth's "teriminator"  that separates the day and night sides of our planet is a straight north-south line.


Los Angeles Business Journal

Demand Exec Talks Creativebug

Wednesday, Mar 20, 2013 06:08 PM EDT

Dan Brian, Demand’s executive vice president, said the company views Creativebug and the crafting space it occupies as an add-on feature to Demand’s existing ad-supported eHow site.

Guess Shares Fall on Lower Sales

Wednesday, Mar 20, 2013 05:57 PM EDT

Shares of Guess Inc. plummeted in after hours trading Wednesday after the company reported earnings that showed sales in Europe and North America continued to fall in the fiscal fourth quarter.

Markets Gain on Wednesday

Wednesday, Mar 20, 2013 05:57 PM EDT

In Wednesday trading, the Dow Jones industrial average closed up 56 points to 14,511. The Nasdaq rose 25 points to 3,254. The S&P 500 rose 10 points to 1,558. The LABJ Stock Index rose 1 point to 151.

Poll: Have You Filed Your Taxes Yet?

Wednesday, Mar 20, 2013 05:57 PM EDT

The Los Angeles Business Journal has posted a new weekly poll for readers on issues in the news.

Greycroft Adds New L.A. Partner

Wednesday, Mar 20, 2013 05:57 PM EDT

The venture capital firm, which has offices in Santa Monica and New York, announced Wednesday that it has named Mark Terbeek partner in Los Angeles.


KTLA-TV Los Angeles

Trial to Begin for Man Accused in DUI Crash That Killed Toddler

Wednesday, Mar 20, 2013 07:12 PM EDT

SANTA ANA, Calif. (KTLA) — Opening statements are expected to begin tomorrow in the trial of a 24-year-old man charged in a 2011 hit and run crash that killed a 2-year old boy. Angel Alberto Cruz Perez of Santa Ana …

Victim in Rockefeller Imposter Murder Trial Suffered Crushing Blows

Wednesday, Mar 20, 2013 06:27 PM EDT

LOS ANGELES (KTLA) — The San Bernardino County chief medical examiner testified Wednesday that the victim in the murder trial of a man who impersonated a Rockefeller died quickly from crushing blows to the head. Dr. Frank Sheridan told the …

Acquitted Bell Ex-Councilman Breaks Down, Thanks God

Wednesday, Mar 20, 2013 05:57 PM EDT

LOS ANGELES — Luis Artiga, the sole Bell councilman acquitted on all corruption charges, cried as the court clerk read the not guilty verdicts and motioned his hands in prayer and said, “Thank you, Lord.” He faced 12 counts of …

Consumer Confidential: Payday Lenders, GM Recall, and Coke’s New ‘Fruit Water’

Wednesday, Mar 20, 2013 05:42 PM EDT

David Lazarus reports on the day’s business news: Chase bank helps customers with payday lender problems, General Motors recalls certain Buick and Cadillac models, and Coke is releasing a new fruit water. …

Obama Makes First Trip to Israel as President – Eric Spillman Reports

Wednesday, Mar 20, 2013 03:57 PM EDT

JERUSALEM – U.S. President Barack Obama arrived in Israel on Wednesday as concerns about Iran’s nuclear progress percolate. On arrival, he told the Israeli people that the “United States is proud to stand with you as your strongest ally and …


LA Weekly

The Man Who Played With Fire: Architect Gerhard Becker Faces Manslaughter Charges After a Firefighter Died Trying to ...

Wednesday, Mar 20, 2013 06:57 PM EDT

Edward Watters could smell the fire before he saw it. It was after 11 p.m. as Watters maneuvered his engine up Sunset Plaza Drive, a narrow, twisting road that leads up into the Hollywood Hills. Only when the fire captain turned onto Viewsite Drive did he see the glow. As he pulled alongsi...

Rick Kids and Wizards: Readers Weigh in on Steve Aoki and Our Film Critic

Wednesday, Mar 20, 2013 06:57 PM EDT

Steve the Showman How did Steve Aoki become the biggest thing in EDM? In last week's cover story, Dennis Romero cited, among other things, the tricks of Benihana, the marketing skills of Andy Warhol and a rockstar's sensibility ("


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