by | Mar 26, 2008 | Literary News, Los Angeles
from the LA Times BOOK REVIEW Wambaugh as social chronicler? In “Hollywood Crows,” the novelist takes his cops into Hollywood’s tumultuous, changing immigrant community. By Tim Rutten, Los Angeles Times Staff Writer March 26, 2008 Joseph Wambaugh...
by | Mar 24, 2008 | Los Angeles
From AP via NY Daily News Used to be the best rejuvenatory fast-food meal in Hollywood was Popeye’s Red Beans and Rice on the corner of Hollywood & Vine. It may still be, tho now you’ll have to valet park and order a bottle of spritzer with your...
by | Mar 23, 2008 | Literary News, Los Angeles
from the LA Times Bret Easton Ellis, two decades beyond ‘Zero’ The onetime enfant terrible, now 44, still has no patience for critics, but some of his colleagues say Ellis’ writing may one day get the respect it deserves. By Scott Timberg, Los...
by | Mar 14, 2008 | Los Angeles, Mirth
from The LaLa Times High Gas Prices Slow Number of Drive-By Shootings OAKLAND — The return of high gas prices is affecting business throughout California, including gangs, a new study shows. With gas now at $3 per gallon and many gang bangers driving gas guzzling...
by | Mar 12, 2008 | Culture Music Art, Los Angeles
New program allots 1% of new buildings’ costs to paintings, sculptures. In South L.A., employees and clients take notice. By Daniela Perdomo, Los Angeles Times Staff Writer March 12, 2008 The new Los Angeles County Administration Building rises four stories...
