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As crews prepared to close onramps, the few drivers who braved the 405 Freeway said it was the 'quickest Friday commute ever.' Officials have planned for the worst but expect it to go 'very, very smoothly.' |
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Steve Lopez
Still pitching peanuts at Dodger Stadium - July 13, 2011 - In an otherwise horrible season for the Dodgers, Ronnie Nelsen is...
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George Skelton
Repeal the death penalty - July 14, 2011 - Waste, fraud and abuse — also known as California's death penalty.
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Sandy Banks
Who's the real victim? It's all about perception - July 9, 2011
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Hector Tobar
'Share the road' is a two-way street - July 15, 2011 - You're driving down the Hollywood Freeway and you see a guy in a two-...
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Former Vernon official pleads guilty to conflict of interest
The felony charges against Donal O'Callaghan involve the hiring of his wife as a contractor for Vernon. He is sentenced to community service and probation.
Stand Down begins tailoring services for female veterans
The events offer job tips, legal advice, medical care and other services to homeless veterans. With the portion of homeless female vets rising, organizers are now offering separate events and amenities.
In L.A., a snack shop in a subway station counts as news
Commuters and urban-development watchers cheer a small snack shop's opening at the 7th Street/Metro Center station. Such outlets are common in other cities, but this seems to be L.A.'s one and only.
Car kills baby during downtown Art Walk
A motorist trying to park on Spring Street hopped the curb and struck a stroller carrying Marcello Vasquez. A pedestrian and a police officer are injured. The driver has not been charged.
9 charged with smuggling immigrants or drugs by boat
Officials say the incidents, in which smugglers in rickety boats go up to 100 miles from the coast without basic safety or navigation equipment, show a 'chilling' disregard for safety.
New state law requires textbooks to include gays' achievements
'History should be honest,' Gov. Jerry Brown says in signing the state law, which had sparked hot debate among legislators.
Regents approve UC tuition hike
The 9.6% hike comes on the heels of an 8% boost, both set to take effect this fall. Students decried the increase as too large and too late for this school year.
Compensation determined for Metrolink crash victims
A judge distributes $200-million fund, saying 'money will in no way alleviate the suffering' of the 122 claimants affected by the 2008 train crash in Chatsworth.
California replaces Wyland's whale tail license plate
Muralist Wyland wanted 20% of California's profits from sales of license plates with his whale painting as the backdrop. The state held a contest to replace it.
'Share the road' is a two-way street
Some bicyclists' attitude toward drivers isn't helping their case
Baca backs down on bid for parolees
Sheriff's Department advocates an approach in which deputies perform some tasks while county probation officers handle other duties when the state hands over responsibility.
Ex-NFL linebacker convicted in 1994 murder
Eric Naposki was accused of plotting William McLaughlin's slaying with the businessman's fiancee. He faces life in prison.
Judge orders Malibu homeowner to clear pathway to beach
The ruling settles years of dispute and reveals an agreement between the owner and a nonprofit that is supposed to work to ensure public access to beaches.
