Extra, Extra
- A flight stuck at LAX for almost THREE DAYS finally took off for China. The original flight, scheduled for Sunday, was canceled because of a nose landing gear problem. Here's an idea... How about a different plane?
- From the WTF?!?!? Department... The state's unemployment fund could be short by BILLIONS. Ugh...
- A woman was nearly struck by lighting today while shopping at the Cabazon Outlets. She was taken to a nearby hospital and treated for "moderate" injuries.
- Police arrested a US Marine Corps recruiter on charges of pimping and kidnapping. They are investigating whether he used sex with a 14 year old girl to lure potential recruits.
- After feeling the heat from the cycling community, the LA City Council repealed the bicycle license fee. Riders say that they are harassed by police for not having the license but are ignored when their licensed bikes are stolen.
- The California Senate approved a ban on BPA in plastics. BPA or bisphenol A is a common compound in baby bottles and is linked to developmental problems in babies. Of course, manufacturers are expected to fight the ban in the state Assembly.
- The movie industry is feeling the pinch here in California and they are taking their movie sets, and jobs, to tax-friendlier states.
- Cal Poly Pomona has suspended a fraternity while they investigate the burning of a student during an initiation.
- Finally... How did YOU do on your SATs? Well prepare yourself for perfection. (KNBC.com video)
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