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Bill Bell: Literary talents still flourish in Ye Friendly Towne
Before this column is done, I will tell you about an unpublished, well-written Whittier novel based on a true story with a plot that overshadows a lot of the trashy story-telling being churned out by the Hollywood movie industry every weekend.
Census: Small US cities lose luster in downturn
An Associated Press review of newly released census data shows that cities of between 20,000 and 50,000 residents have lagged in attracting higher-educated residents this decade.
State approves funding for new SCV courthouse
A funding measure that would send $58 million to the Santa Clarita Valley for a new courthouse cleared its last hurdle on Monday.
Probe into execution-style slayings continues
The coroner's department identified a man and woman Monday who were shot to death in a parking lot, as police continue to follow leads.
The city has received $150,000 in grants to expand a parking lot at Claremont Hills Wilderness Park.
U.S. Forest Service blames steep terrain for Station fire's spread
A U.S. Forest Service review of its response to the Station fire has concluded that the blaze raged out of control because it spread into terrain too steep for firefighters to safely confront the flames, but the inquiry failed to address key questions about the agency's actions on the critical second day of the battle.
Woman reunited with dog missing since 2005
When Raquel Rodriguez's puppy went missing in early 2005, the family checked nearby animal shelters and posted signs but eventually gave up hope.
Ex-state worker pleads guilty in disability fraud
A former California Employment Development Department worker has pleaded guilty to defrauding the state of more than $110,000 by approving false disability claims for friends.
County official: Swine flu at its peak
The swine flu epidemic has reached a peak and will likely begin to decline, though it could later return, the county's public health director said Tuesday.
Stores Closing: On Sunset and Belle Gray's Calabasas, Calif., Location
The economy is still tough for many boutique owners, and two boutiques with connections to Hollywood celebrities have called it quits recently.
Railroad museum's caboose lands in downtown Truckee
The town's soon-to-be railroad museum was carefully lowered into its new home as the sun rose Wednesday morning over the Sierra Nevada.
Pasadena Star-News: Election endorsements
LOCAL elections are being held today throughout the San Gabriel Valley and Whittier areas in our community college districts, in races for school boards and for city councils.
Economic planning corp. honors businesses, individuals
Even with a tough economy, there was time and space to celebrate business achievements Thursday, including the 25th anniversary of the hosting organization, the Chico Economic Planning Corp.
6 hurt as elderly woman smashes into restaurant
Officials say six people were injured when an elderly woman drove her car into a La Mirada restaurant as people were eating lunch.
2 Shot Outside North Hollywood Synagogue
Share + Oct 29, 2009 12:45 pm US/Pacific Juvenile Matching 'Loose Description' Of Attacker Released; Remains A 'Person Of Interest' NORTH HOLLYWOOD, Calif.
Long Beach pitching in for Make a Difference Day
Across the country and the region, volunteers will be fanning out to do good deeds today as part of the 19th annual Make A Difference Day.
Joshua Woodward is being held on $2 million bail on suspicion of killing a fetus.
By Eric Leonard/KFI News L.A. County prosecutors are expected to review evidence Tuesday against a notable restaurateur arrested by LAPD detectives last weekend on suspicion of killing a fetus.
Nominees announced for Blue Ribbon Awards
The names of the remaining nominees for Lake Tahoe South Shore Chamber of Commerce Blue Ribbon Awards were announced this week for the green and entrepreneur categories.
Baby Boy Surrendered To Pasadena Fire Station
A newborn boy was safely surrendered at a Pasadena fire station, officials announced today.
Housing the homeless called cheaper and more compassionate policy
It would cost taxpayers less to provide public housing for Los Angeles' vast homeless population than to let them wander the streets as transients, according to a report to be released today by the United Way of Greater Los Angeles.