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SoCal Firebomb Suspect Died in Avalanche
Man wanted for destroying SUVs in 2003. Updated: Saturday, 06 Feb 2010, 4:33 PM PST Published : Saturday, 06 Feb 2010, 4:33 PM PST A man suspected of firebombing 130 luxury SUVs in Southern California was living as an international fugitive when he was struck and killed by an avalanche in the France the day after Christmas, it was reported today.
Duarte Mayor challenges citizens to lose weight
After already shedding 40 pounds herself over the last few years, Mayor Margaret Finlay has issued a challenge to residents in an effort to reduce obesity that remains rampant around the country.
Despite federal aid, California dairies fight to survive
California dairymen fear more of them will have to shut down their farms because of low milk prices.
Duarte man suspected of carrying concealed gun in Industry
Officials arrested a man on suspicion of carrying a concealed gun Thursday after he allegedly ran from deputies.
Alleged Duarte gang members suspected of possessing methamphetamine for sales
Deputies arrested five suspected gang members Thursday on suspicion of possessing methamphetamine for sales, authorities said.
Duarte native gives back to youth
Marc Ahumada, recipient of the 2010 Youth Mentoring Award from the Duarte Share Mentoring Program, enjoys being a mentor because it allows him to give back to the community.
Claudia Heller: Once upon a Duarte storm
Duarte rebuilt Puente Largo Bridge, now a favorite crossing for bikers and walkers.
Hormone replacement tied to lower colon cancer risk
Hormone replacement therapy can carry serious health risks, but a new study adds to evidence that menopausal women who use the hormones may have lower odds of developing colon cancer.
Sheriff's officials reassure Duarte residents after recent string of shootings
Days after a spate of shootings wounded two black men, local law enforcement officials told wary residents they've made substantial progress in their efforts to thwart racially charged gang violence.
2nd in series of meetings on anti-gang efforts set in Duarte
City officials have set the second in a series of Neighborhood Watch community meetings to keep the public up-to-date on what the city is doing to suppress, intervene and prevent gang violence.
Teen leadership panel meets Monday night at the Duarte Teen Center
The Mayor's Youth Council will hold its regular monthly meeting at 6 p.m. tonight in the multi-purpose room at the Duarte Teen Center, 1400 Buena Vista Street.
Sri Lankan independence day celebration in Duarte
The sounds and sights of Sri Lanka will be on display Feb. 6 at the 62nd Sri Lankan Independence Day Celebration.
Police investigating possible links in Monrovia and Duarte drive-by shootings
Police were trying to determine Friday whether a shooting on Magnolia Avenue that wounded a man was related to another shooting in nearby unincorporated Duarte minutes later.
Foothill residents in Duarte look for ways to keep bears out of trash cans
Nita Norgard was popping popcorn in the kitchen of her Duarte Mesa home, the buttery fragrance wafting out through the backdoor left ajar, through the open garage, into the forested areas beyond.
Aiming to thwart Yogi, Duarte officials resort to improved trash cans to keep out bears
Richard Ur in front of his "Bear Proof" trash can at his home along Tall Pine Drive in the City of Duarte.
Community Calendar: Duarte and Monrovia
Los Angeles County is offering one-time financial assistance to residents who have become homeless or are at risk of becoming homeless because of job loss, reduction of work hours or other unexpected hardships.
Claudia Heller: Green thumb pays off
Jessie Tinoco owns Jesse's Garden Shop in Duarte. Jesse Tinoco scooped a handful of dirt from the earth and watched it run slowly through his fingers.
Black Liver Cancer Patients Face Worst Odds
Even though they receive equal treatment, black patients with liver cancer have lower survival rates than patients of other races, a new U.S. study finds.
Drug that modifies gene activity could help some older leukemia patients
Louis and collaborating institutions. The researchers say the findings support further investigation of the drug, decitabine, as a first-line treatment for these patients, who have limited treatment options.
Gang members appear in court in alleged Duarte hate crime attack
Two Latino gang members accused of shooting a black man and running him over with a car in an alleged hate crime in Duarte last month appeared in court Friday, authorities said.