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Los Angeles Times

Fast-moving Silver fire forces evacuations near Banning

Thursday, Aug 08, 2013 02:12 AM EDT

The flames burn 6,000 acres in a matter of hours and destroy several structures in the rural area. Three people are hurt. A fast-moving brush fire in Riverside County burned through at least 6,000 acres in a matter of hours Wednesday, injured three people and destroyed several homes and other structures.        

Iraq veteran who stabbed girlfriend didn't have PTSD, prosecutor says

Thursday, Aug 08, 2013 01:12 AM EDT

At Tymarc Warren's murder trial, his attorney says his experiences in Iraq gave him PTSD and caused him to snap 'out of reality' during fight with his girlfriend. An Iraq war veteran, who fatally stabbed his girlfriend after she threatened to end their relationship and leave with their 5-week-old daughter, is falsely claiming to suffer from post-traumatic stress disorder in an attempt to escape ...

Santa Ana to pay new city manager more than $500,000 annually

Thursday, Aug 08, 2013 12:42 AM EDT

David Cavazos, who was hired away from Phoenix, will be one of the highest paid city employees in California. 'You get what you pay for,' one councilwoman says. Santa Ana has hired away Phoenix's city manager and has agreed to an annual salary and benefits package of more than half a million dollars, instantly making him one of the highest paid city employees in California.        

Immigrants rights groups urge changes in car impound policies

Thursday, Aug 08, 2013 12:28 AM EDT

Activists persuaded the LAPD to amend its policy on unlicensed drivers, and the number of cars impounded last year fell 39%. They hope the Sheriff's Department and other police agencies follow suit. Immigrant rights groups are calling on the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department and other police agencies to stop impounding the cars of unlicensed drivers.        

BART, unions show anger, distrust at panel hearing

Thursday, Aug 08, 2013 12:27 AM EDT

With another Bay Area transit strike threatened, officials and worker advocates disagreed on almost everything during talks ordered by Gov. Brown. OAKLAND — With one Northern California transit strike averted and another looming, a panel convened by Gov. Jerry Brown on Wednesday began investigating the dispute between the Bay Area Rapid Transit district and its biggest unions.        


Los Angeles Daily News

John Deasy urges LAUSD staff to 'stay calm' in the face of change

Thursday, Aug 08, 2013 04:55 PM EDT

Los Angeles schools superintendent John Deasy on Thursday sought to reassure teachers and principals in the nation's second largest school district to remain courageous as the district undergoes major classroom changes.

Hanni El Khatib headlines Santa Monica Pier Twilight Concert Series

Thursday, Aug 08, 2013 04:51 PM EDT

The reverb of the guitar is expected to rattle the beach-side town of Santa Monica as two renowned rockers hit the pier for the fifth installment of the Twilight Concert series.

It's the people who are often kept as pets: Phil Elderkin

Thursday, Aug 08, 2013 04:05 PM EDT

The chief subject for this week is family dogs and the people who own them, feed them, pet them, bathe them, walk them, exhibit them and leave vast fortunes to them.

What happens to Walter White? Vince Gilligan, Bryan Cranston discuss 'Breaking Bad' finale

Thursday, Aug 08, 2013 01:35 PM EDT

Is death too good for Walter White? As AMC's "Breaking Bad" begins its final eight episodes Sunday, the fate of its main bad boy remains a matter of fanciful conjecture. Related Stories: Breaking Albuquerque: Behind the scenes of 'Breaking Bad'

Exotic cherimoya tree is worth the effort and pays off in unique fruit

Thursday, Aug 08, 2013 12:36 PM EDT

Q "I have a cherimoya fruit tree I planted about five years ago and need advice and help in growing it.


CBS 2 Los Angeles

‘Five Easy Pieces.’ ‘Nashville’ Star Karen Black Dead At 74

Thursday, Aug 08, 2013 06:40 PM EDT

Karen Black, the prolific actress who appeared in more than 100 movies and was featured in such counterculture favorites as "Easy Rider," ''Five Easy Pieces" and "Nashville," has died.

OC Man Accused Of Serial Groping In Tustin

Thursday, Aug 08, 2013 05:58 PM EDT

An Anaheim man faced sexual battery charges Thursday for allegedly groping several female victims in the city of Tustin, police said.

Small Fire Burns In Rough Terrain Near Wrightwood

Thursday, Aug 08, 2013 05:28 PM EDT

U.S. Forest Service officials say a wildfire near Wrightwood in the San Gabriel Mountains is holding at 2.5 acres under an air response.

New Evacuations Issued As Silver Fire Rages At 10 Percent Containment

Thursday, Aug 08, 2013 05:00 PM EDT

Authorities Thursday issued new evacuation orders for approximately 30 Riverside County homes as crews continued to battle a fast-moving wildfire south of Banning.

Second Hacker Sentenced In Sony Pictures Cyber Attack

Thursday, Aug 08, 2013 04:54 PM EDT

A second member of an Arizona-based hacking group was sentenced to a year in federal prison for his role in an major computer attack on Sony Pictures, prosecutors said Thursday.


KABC-TV Los Angeles

El Sereno shooting caught on tape; search for gunmen

Thursday, Aug 08, 2013 06:30 PM EDT

Two people were caught on camera shooting a man on a bicycle in El Sereno. Police hope the public can help find the gunmen.

Amber Alert sightings in other states; suspect may have explosives

Thursday, Aug 08, 2013 06:16 PM EDT

Unconfirmed sightings of a California fugitive's car have been reported in Oregon and Washington days after James Lee DiMaggio allegedly abducted a Lakewood teen and possibly her brother. Authorities said Thursday DiMaggio may be carrying homemade explosives.

Sharp Fire burns 4 acres in Angeles National Forest north of Wrightwood

Thursday, Aug 08, 2013 05:45 PM EDT

A brush fire was reported in the Angeles National Forest north of Wrightwood at 12:13 p.m. Thursday.

Minnesota dad claims third of $448M Powerball jackpot

Thursday, Aug 08, 2013 05:15 PM EDT

The third winner of Wednesday's Powerball jackpot drawing has come forward, lottery officials announced Thursday.

Ventura Boulevard: Operation Street-Lift to begin Saturday

Thursday, Aug 08, 2013 04:36 PM EDT

A stretch of Ventura Boulevard between the 405 Freeway and Van Nuys Boulevard is getting a facelift.


FOX 11 News Los Angeles

'Haltrans' Details Future Plans For LA's Union Station

Thursday, Aug 08, 2013 11:35 AM EDT

Union Station will be 75 years old next year and there will be various birthday celebrations, but LA's second largest transportation hub (LAX is number one) will be going through some changes.

Religion, Sex and Politics: Firing Of Gay Teacher In Glendora Sparks Protest

Thursday, Aug 08, 2013 11:20 AM EDT

Former students of St. Lucy's Priory High School will gather in front of the school Thursday in protest of the recent firing of gay Catholic school teacher Ken Bencomo.

Hundreds Flee, Homes Burn, 3 Hurt In 'Silver' Fire Near Banning

Thursday, Aug 08, 2013 10:35 AM EDT

A thousand firefighters battled a growing wildfire in the inland mountains of Southern California early Thursday, trying to save small communities where some homes have been lost and an estimated 1,500 residents were forced to flee.

Santa Ana City Manager Will Earn Sky High Salary

Wednesday, Aug 07, 2013 11:50 PM EDT

Santa Ana hired a new City Manager and while he is an experienced and qualified candidate, it's his pay that's raising eyebrows.  David Cavazos will earn more than half a million dollars a year.

Monterey Park Mandates Bilingual Signs For Businesses

Wednesday, Aug 07, 2013 11:20 PM EDT

On bustling Garvey Ave in Monterey Park...The majority of businesses have signs in both Chinese and English.  But not all.


Los Angeles Business Journal

Lions Gate Moves to Profit

Thursday, Aug 08, 2013 06:48 PM EDT

Lions Gate Entertainment Corp. on Thursday said it moved to a fiscal first-quarter profit from a year-ago loss, boosted by home entertainment sales and revenue from TV shows such as "Mad Men.”

Mixed Results for PennyMac Companies

Thursday, Aug 08, 2013 06:48 PM EDT

In its first earnings report since a May IPO, PennyMac Financial Services reported disappointing profit figures but beat analysts’ revenue estimates. Separately, PennyMac Mortgage Investment Trust reported higher second-quarter profit and revenue, citing additional investments in distressed debt and growth in its lending business.

Herbalife Gets OK to Expand in China

Thursday, Aug 08, 2013 06:32 PM EDT

Herbalife Ltd announced Thursday that China had granted permission for the company to expand its direct-selling nutritional supplement business to Yunnan province.

Dow, Nasdaq, S&P Rise; LABJ Flat

Thursday, Aug 08, 2013 06:32 PM EDT

In Thursday trading, the Dow Jones industrial average closed up 28 points to 15,498. The Nasdaq gained 15 points to 3,669. The S&P 500 rose 7 points to 1,697. The LABJ Stock Index was unchanged at 170.

Boingo Earnings Beat Expectations

Thursday, Aug 08, 2013 05:32 PM EDT

This is the second straight quarter that Boingo has exceeded expectations, giving the company a needed boost after suffering last year from the proliferation of free Wi-Fi hot spots.


KTLA-TV Los Angeles

LAPD Releases Dramatic Video Showing Shooting of Bicyclist

Thursday, Aug 08, 2013 06:50 PM EDT

LOS ANGELES — Dramatic video showing two men appearing to open fire on a bicyclist as he rode past them was released by Los Angeles police in hopes of generating leads in the case. The shooting, which is believed to …

Opening Statements Begin in Toyota Wrongful Death Trial

Thursday, Aug 08, 2013 05:50 PM EDT

MACARTHUR PARK, Calif. (KTLA) — A long-awaited wrongful death case against Toyota in which a woman died after losing control of her car in 2009 began Thursday. Noriko Uno, 66, of Upland, died when she crashed into a telephone pole …

Suspect in Murder of Fontana Father Commits Suicide

Thursday, Aug 08, 2013 02:50 PM EDT

FONTANA, Calif. (KTLA) — One of the suspects arrested in connection with the abduction and murder of a Fontana man has died in an apparent suicide, authorities announced on Thursday. Richard Gonzalez, 18, hanged himself in his cell at about …

Warmer Weather Headed to SoCal – Mark Kriski’s Thursday Forecast

Thursday, Aug 08, 2013 02:20 PM EDT

Mark Kriski’s weather forecast for Thursday, Aug. 8. …

Man Found Dead in Backyard Pool in Arcadia

Thursday, Aug 08, 2013 01:20 PM EDT

ARCADIA, Calif. (KTLA) — An investigation was underway in Arcadia on Thursday after a man was found dead in a backyard pool, police said. The call came in to Arcadia police around 8 a.m. from the 700 block of Camino …


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