Best Places To Make Holiday Gift Donations In Los Angeles

While most families will celebrate this holiday season, thousands of families are struggling to find shelter and to get their basic needs met. Los Angeles county's local agencies and organizations, in efforts to aid the less fortunate, have established programs to raise funds and collect gifts for these families. Be a part of this experience, affect society in a positive way, and donate to these charities that are known for evangelizing on behalf of their communities.

• Dec 21, 2012

Copycats: The Best Cover Bands In Los Angeles

Less schmaltzy than a wedding DJ and a lot less expensive than the real thing, cover bands play everyone's favorite jams. In a music mecca like Los Angeles, where the genuine article may be playing just down the street, cover bands have to be fierce. When you want the next best thing in L.A., these are guys are the hitmakers.

• Dec 21, 2012

Alleged Thief Places Thousands In Stolen Goods Under His Christmas Tree

Police say a brazen thief stole thousands of dollars worth of property and stuck some of it underneath a Christmas tree to give out as presents.

• Dec 20, 2012

More Than 2M Expected To Pass Through LAX During Holiday Season

More than 2 million people will reportedly pass through Los Angeles International Airport during the holiday travel season, which starts Friday.

• Dec 20, 2012

Best Holiday Drink Ideas From Los Angeles Mixologists

December is a busy month with holiday gatherings and parties. It's time to set your menus, open up your spirits and say good tidings to your guests. From the bars of the best mixologists in Los Angeles, enjoy a creative offering of cocktail recipes to impress and to serve friends and family.

• Dec 19, 2012

Utility Ratepayers To Foot $7.5M Bill For LA Children's Museum

Some utility ratepayers are less than thrilled to foot a $7.5 million bill that will help fund the Children's Museum of Los Angeles.

• Dec 19, 2012

Audit: $352K Wasted In Mileage Reimbursement For LA Workers

Employees of the city of Los Angeles wasted hundreds of thousands of dollars on mileage reimbursements, according to an audit released Tuesday.

• Dec 18, 2012

Where To Buy An Artisan Craft For Christmas In Los Angeles

The holiday shopping season is kicking off and the annual question of "What do I buy for ________?" has appeared again at the top of your to-do list. This year, go for outside-of-the-box ideas and put thought into buying eclectic, one-of-a-kind artisan gifts. Los Angeles plays host to a variety of boutiques featuring artists and designers with items sure to bring smiles and holiday cheer to your loved ones' faces.

• Dec 18, 2012

Josh Rubenstein's Weather Forecast (Dec. 18)

Showers will end this morning...and we will clear out. Today will be on the cool side...but warmer tomorrow. Wind Warnings for Mountain areas from this afternoon through tomorrow...and snow for San Bernardino and Riverside County Mountains.

• Dec 18, 2012

No Charges Filed After Violent Threats Allegedly Made Against LA Elementary Schools

Los Angeles County prosecutors have declined to file charges against a Pomona man accused of making violent threats against local schools on Facebook.

• Dec 17, 2012

Boy Paralyzed In LAPD Shooting Reacts To $24M Award

A teenage boy left debilitated after an LAPD officer shot him two years ago spoke out Monday about the $24 million a jury awarded him last week.

• Dec 17, 2012

Holiday Craft Ideas From Los Angeles Artists

The time of the year is here when Angelinos open up old boxes in search of their holiday decorations. Some of those items are faithful pieces that adorn homes year in and year out, and yet others have reached their expiration dates. When it is time to create, or purchase, new holiday decorations, consider the craft, the talent and the inspiration that outstanding local artists can provide. These L.A. artists understand the need for that special touch and have shared their secrets just for you.

• Dec 17, 2012

Josh Rubenstein's Weather Forecast (Dec. 17)

Mostly cloudy skies...drizzle is possible today. Some more showers in the forecast Tuesday and then clearing for the rest of the week.

• Dec 17, 2012

How To Celebrate Your Birthday with a Tailgate Party in San Diego

A San Diego Chargers tailgating party is a celebration in its own right, but sometimes game day falls on other special occasions, like your birthday. This double whammy jubilee can transform your parking lot party into a victorious gathering, even when your favorite Charger has slippery hands.

• Dec 16, 2012

Convicted Serial Killer Rodney Alcala Admits To 2 NYC Killings

A serial killer already sentenced to death in California admitted Friday to murdering two other young women in New York City in the 1970s.

• Dec 15, 2012

Best Holiday Escapes Near Los Angeles

If you're looking to decompress over the holiday season, fancy a romantic getaway, have a hankering for some personal pampering or simply have a craving for a slice of scrumptious apple pie, read on. These are the best holiday escapes in and around Los Angeles, from swanky resorts and tranquil glamping retreats to island parks and maritime preserves.

• Dec 15, 2012

City Council To Call For Hearings Before San Onofre Restart

The resolution would clearly state the city's official position on any potential decision by regulators to restart the San Onofre Nuclear Generating Station.

• Dec 14, 2012

'Citizen Scientists' Hunt For Rare Nine-Spotted Ladybug

Thousands of so-called "citizen scientists" are helping researchers at Cornell University find a rare nine-spotted ladybug that hasn't been seen since the 1950s.

• Dec 13, 2012

LA Deputy Charged With Assaulting Inmates

After an internal investigation of its beleaguered jail system, the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department arrested one of its own deputies Thursday.

• Dec 13, 2012

Josh Rubenstein's Weather Forecast (Dec. 13)

Widely scattered showers in the forecast today...any snow on the ground over the Grapevine should melt pretty quickly. Temperatures will be cool.

• Dec 13, 2012

Best Places For Edible Holiday Gifts In Los Angeles

The fragrance of the holiday season boasts aromas of turkey and pie, cinnamon and nutmeg. While the gift-giving aspect may be about a new tie or sweater, it is also about delectable treats that warm homes and hearts. This year, search Los Angeles' gourmet gems for mouth-watering sweets and savories that are perfect gifts throughout the season.

• Dec 12, 2012

Josh Rubenstein's Weather Forecast (Dec. 12)

A storm system is heading down the California Coast...and will bring some rain to the area by later this evening and into Thursday morning.

• Dec 12, 2012

Prefab Modular Building In Skid Row To Provide Homeless Housing

The more than 100 prefabricated modular units being stacked on top of an abandoned parking lot in the middle of Skid Row is touted as a cost-effective way to get homeless people off the streets of Los Angeles.

• Dec 12, 2012

LA Prosecutors Seek To Revoke Lindsay Lohan's Probation

Los Angeles prosecutors on Tuesday asked a judge to revoke Lindsay Lohan's probation and schedule a hearing that could lead to the actress' return to jail.

• Dec 11, 2012

Smartphone App Helps Frustrated Drivers Find Parking In LA

A new iPhone app aims to help frustrated drivers find an open parking spot in downtown Los Angeles.

• Dec 11, 2012

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