California
The Los Angeles Police Department has carried out most of the reforms proposed by the Christopher Commission, but budget constraints have blocked complete implementation of several key recommendations, Chief Willie L.
March 31, 1993
Real Estate
Designed by Los Angeles-based architect and champion of sustainable technologies Warren Wagner, this energy-efficient home incorporates natural light and canyon views into every space.
April 27, 2016
A complex legal skirmish that had jeopardized the impending incorporation of Encinitas apparently ended Thursday when the California Supreme Court rejected a request by opponents of cityhood that it consider their case.
Sept. 5, 1986
Movies
In her new concert film, “Truth or Dare,” to be released by Miramax Films on May 10, Madonna was determined to put herself out there, warts and all.
April 28, 1991
Leaders of two separate movements advocating cityhood for Solana Beach and the cluster of North County communities known as San Dieguito took their first formal step toward home rule on Tuesday, filing applications for a vote on incorporation with the Local Agency Formation Commission (LAFCO).
May 1, 1985
North County could have its third new city in a single year by next summer if leaders of an incorporation drive here can convince a county agency and voters that local government is the answer to the town’s woes.
July 4, 1986
While residents of the newly formed City of Encinitas watch helplessly from the sidelines, a state appellate court this week is considering a case that threatens to dash the city’s incorporation, approved overwhelmingly by voters June 3.
Aug. 5, 1986
A citizens’ group fighting the impending unification of four communities into the new City of Encinitas has petitioned the California Supreme Court, seeking a ruling that would likely overturn the incorporation approved overwhelmingly by voters in June.
Aug. 30, 1986
The debate over whether this posh estate community can afford to incorporate may be over, thanks to a new state law that extends the financial cushion that California provides for new cities.
Nov. 7, 1986
Warren Resources on Tuesday sued the city of L.A. over its oil drilling ban, saying it will result in the company’s “complete shutdown.” Four other oil entities also sued.
Jan. 11, 2023