A Brief History of Hanukkah
(Hebrew: הכונח , alt. Chanukah), also known as the Festival of Lights, is an eight-day Jewish holiday commemorating the rededication of the Second Temple in Jerusalem at the time of…
Mayor Villariagosa Endorsed By League of Conservation Voters
City Council members also get early backing from leading environmental organization. The Los Angeles League of Conservation Voters (LALCV) announced its endorsement of Antonio Villaraigosa in his bid for a…
Christmas Tree Lot In Glendale Going Strong For Over 30 Years By Julie Castro
GLENDALE, CA — If you want to buy a beautiful Christmas Tree this year, then head out to 1252 Central Avenue in Glendale, California. They are not only beautiful, they…
California Insurance Commissioner Poizner To Address VICA
VICA honors its members at 59th Annual Meeting. California Insurance Commissioner Steve Poizner will provide the keynote address during the Valley Industry and Commerce Association’s (VICA) 59th Annual Meeting, Dec.…
How to Stop the Secret Santa!
By George Christopher Thomas Do you have to holiday shop for someone you don’t like? Are there co-workers in your office organizing a “Secret Santa,” just to be annoying? Are…
5 Fun Facts About Sharks
If you have ever taken a swim in the ocean, the thought has probably crossed your mind: Are there any sharks nearby? More than any other marine animal, sharks seem…
Vacation Tips for Business Owners
For many business owners, the thought of planning a summer vacation can be complicated at best and unthinkable at worst. Concerns about customer or client care and anxiety about missed…
Get Your Car Road Ready With Seven Simple Tips
While warmer weather inspires a big cleanup in most households, car owners would be wise to be just as thorough with their cars. “After a winter of cold wear and…
School Teacher Arrested for Lewd Act
Los Angeles: A school teacher was arrested for having a relationship with his under aged student. On May 17, 2007, the victim, a 15-year-old girl, left her cellular phone in…
Machete-Wielding Suspect is Shot and Killed
Los Angeles: A man swinging a machete at police was shot in the San Fernando Valley Wednesday evening. On May 16, 2007, at about 6:30 PM, police were conducting a…