Downey News

“Most council decisions have been 4-1 or 5-0”

City Officials are not concerned about conducting business with a four-member council while Councilwoman Betty Putnam recoveries from a head injury. via Whittier Daily News

“OK, we're going to take the 62 to the 108”

He was a soldier in Iraq and he's a soldier now, shoulders squared and head held high on a street corner in Santa Fe Springs at 6:30 a.m., waiting for a bus with his guide dog, Charley. via Los Angeles Times

The crime ring targeted in the raids was a family affair. A home in Bell is one of several locations in Southern California raided by federal authorities, from the FBI, IRS, Immigration and Customs Enforcement, ... via ABC7.com

“His patients loved him, and I could see why. You were not a number with Homer -- you were his patient, and your health care was his concern. He was patient, funny, perceptive, but, most of all, respectful to his patients.”

Dr. Homer Heath, a devout believer in old-style doctoring, died after having a stroke on Saturday. via Chico Enterprise-Record

A dozen people were arrested Tuesday on allegations of trafficking in cocaine and counterfeit clothing, the U.S. Attorney's Office announced. via CBS 2 - KCAL 9

For the second year, many Stanislaus County schools are participating in the "Every Day Counts" campaign to focus on the importance of student attendance and to boost attendance. via The Modesto Bee

A 22-year-old Los Angeles woman was killed and four others injured in a single-vehicle crash on the Golden State Freeway Saturday night, authorities said. via Press-Telegram

“At a community college, there's a mix of people, most range from 28 to 33”

Robert Silverman believes he can help put Victor Valley Community College back on track. via San Bernardino Co. Sun

“I had a real nice visit with her Monday”

Councilwoman Betty Putnam is progressing slowly in her recovery from head injuries suffered in a fall in September, city officials said. via Whittier Daily News

Downey Hospital, located in Downey, CA. Many people are interested in the paranormal and this time of year brings ghost shows and events all over the place. via Talon Marks

“We've got high school students who have never sewn before”

From creating quilts for soldiers to providing uniforms and school supplies to hundreds of children, Southland residents will join volunteers nationwide this weekend in giving back to their communities. via Press-Telegram

“This is the best present anyone's ever given me”

Firefighters need more than just equipment and water to battle the raging wildfires burning thousands of acres across Southern Long Beach Battalion Chief Moe Sinsley and Fire Captain Scott Giles, left, prepare ... via Press-Telegram

“We had people stopping by at 8 a.m., asking when we would open”

The lights were down and the audience was ready for the grand opening of the Pico Rivera Village Walk 15 Krikorian Premiere Theatre on Friday. via Pasadena Star-News

“There are not any official evacuees in Whittier or any cities in our coverage area”

Retired Rio Hondo environmental biology professor Ray Williams returned to the city he called home for more than 50 years Monday as one of the thousands of Southern Californians displaced by this week's ... via Whittier Daily News

“Most of the time we don't run into the families. It puts more meaning into it. They were crying and thanking us at the same time.”

The foul smell of burned avocado trees hung in the night air, as the last remaining rafters of a multimillion-dollar home Wednesday smouldered on what was once a dining room floor. via San Gabriel Valley Tribune

A judge denied Wednesday a motion to dismiss the case against a man accused of killing his boss and dumping his remains in the Puente Hills Landfill in 1983. via San Gabriel Valley Tribune

“We're making sure resources are fully staffed”

The Long Beach Fire Department has sent out 14 fire engine companies carrying 500 gallons of water each to help battle blazes throughout the Southland, officials said Tuesday. via Press-Telegram

The 17-year-old boy and 15-year-old girl who allegedly stabbed and carjacked a Cudahy man at Warren High School on Thursday may be tried as adults. via Press-Telegram

BRC Principal and Founder James Huang commented, "Tom Papoulias and Rich Enderlin are among the most respected and highest producing commercial real estate brokers in the Los Angeles market. via PR-inside.com

“Batman Begins". Recent scores are "Blade: Trinity”

Iron Man costume from IRON MAN. ©Marvel Comics & Paramount Director Jon Favreau has published a blog on his official IRON MAN myspace page that composer Ramin Djawadi will be handling the soundtrack for ... via Mania