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Clippers vs. Lakers: Which Team Has The Worst Fans? (VIDEO)

February 4, 2012

We all know the stereotypes. Hardcore Lakers fans light things on fire when the team wins a championship. Hardcore Clippers fans are perpetually depressed because they’ve never had a chance to destroy anything except their expectations. Here’s something they have in common: both groups get their own version of the “Sh*t People Say” meme, and neither come out smelling like roses. The Lakers are riding high on 16 league championships, so the fans on ” Stuff Laker Fans Say ,” are bombastic and entitled. They defend Kobe against rape accusations, express nostalgia for the Zen Master and shove a Lamar Odom jersey to the back of their closet. The money quotes: “Derek Fisher’s so old. RETIRE!” and “We should trade Luke Walton for…” anyone. WATCH : Just like the franchise and its fans, the ” Sh*t Clippers Fans Say ” video is a little pathetic because it’s so hopeful. The fan swings from unbridled optimism (“This is our year! We’ve got CP3!”) to fatalism (“This franchise is so cursed”). And, as true Clipper fandom requires, the video is shot through with a strong dose of hate for Kobe and all other “fakers.” WATCH : Of course, the tables could turn for both sets of fans this year. With a couple of power trades and a strong start to the season , the oft-maligned Los Angeles Clippers have transformed into “Lob City” — while the Lakers are looking old, tired and frustrated on the road . For the sake of the All-Star game, expect these two sets of cultish fans to come together for one night. Four of the Western Conference’s starters come from LA : Kobe Bryant and Andrew Bynum from the Lakers, and Chris Paul and Blake Griffin from the Clippers. But don’t expect the kumbayas to last for long; both teams are gunning for the playoffs, and only one can represent the West in the NBA finals. Visit link: Clippers vs. Lakers: Which Team Has The Worst Fans? (VIDEO)

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Board of Ed Still Plans to Oppose Mike Feuer Transit Bill

February 4, 2012

The Beverly Hills Unified School District Board of Education is remaining steadfast in its opposition to a proposed state bill sponsored by Assemblyman Mike Feuer (D-Los Angeles) even though the legislation is not as limiting as board members originally believed. Introduced by Feuer in January, AB1444 would streamline the approval process for public transit projects , such as the Westside Subway Extension , by granting them special legal protection from state environmental review challenges. “My bill would not affect the ability of the Beverly Hills Unified School District to challenge one of the routes that the L.A. County Metro Board will consider for the Westside Subway Extension,” Feuer said in a Feb. 2 commentary on Patch . “In fact, it would only apply to projects for which, unlike the subway, a draft environmental impact report has yet to circulate.” Feuer made his comment after Patch reported that the Board of Education is drafting a resolution to oppose AB 1444 as it thought the legislation would prevent an environmental challenge to an MTA subway route under Beverly Hills High School. However, board President Brian Goldberg on Friday told Patch that Feuer’s comments do not change the board’s opposition to the bill. He said the board will still consider hiring a lobbyist in Sacramento to help defeat the measure. “We have seen legislation change dramatically during the legislative process and we do not have the luxury of waiting,” Goldberg said. “In addition, from a public policy standpoint, I am not sure why we [should] trust the MTA—a quasi-government agency—to bypass protections that we do not afford other businesses. What makes MTA special?” B e sure to follow Beverly Hills Patch on Twitter and “Like” us on Facebook . The rest is here: Board of Ed Still Plans to Oppose Mike Feuer Transit Bill

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Whitney Houston Is All Smiles In Beverly Hills, Denies That She’s Broke [PHOTOS]

February 4, 2012

Singer Whitney Houston was spotted leaving a doctors office yesterday after a check up in Beverly Hills, CA. Visit link: Whitney Houston Is All Smiles In Beverly Hills, Denies That She’s Broke [PHOTOS]

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Extra, Extra: Rose Bowl Construction Costs Soar, Activists Protest Golden Globes Menu, Golden Collar Awards & More

February 4, 2012
Extra, Extra: Rose Bowl Construction Costs Soar, Activists Protest Golden Globes Menu, Golden Collar Awards & More

In tonight’s Extra, Extra, the first-ever Golden Collar Awards are announced, the price tag on the Rose Bowl’s press box expansion project rises, a mother and her two young daughters narrowly escape plummeting from a 101 Freeway bridge and anti-hunger activists criticize the Golden Globe Awards’ fancy eats menu. Plus: Keep up with us on Facebook , and follow us on Twitter: @LAist @LAistFood @LAistSports . more › View post: Extra, Extra: Rose Bowl Construction Costs Soar, Activists Protest Golden Globes Menu, Golden Collar Awards & More

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Feb 7th: National Pisco Sour Day

February 4, 2012

While pisco may seem like an exciting, up and coming spirit, it has actually been around since the 1500s. Read the original here: Feb 7th: National Pisco Sour Day

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Meryl Streep, Red Carpet Kissing Bandit

February 4, 2012

JANUARY 19: Actress Nicole Kidman gets a kiss from actress Meryl Streep backstage during the 60th Annual Golden Globe Awards at the Beverly Hilton Hotel on January 19, 2003 in Beverly Hills, California. Originally posted here: Meryl Streep, Red Carpet Kissing Bandit

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American Bloomers ‘Part One’ Album

February 4, 2012
American Bloomers ‘Part One’ Album

‘Part One’ is the debut album by the pop/rock band American Bloomers from Los Angeles, California. American Bloomers are Jaime Wyatt on lead vocals and guitars, and siblings Jane Sheldon and Jonathan Sheldon on vocals, guitars and keyboards. ‘Part One, ‘ the American Bloomers’ debut EP, is where the sounds of The Bangles, The Go-Go’s, The Cranberries, Tom Petty and Feist meet Americana Music under the palm trees of L.A. Well-blended vocals, hit guitar sounds and a some very hip vibrations, indeed. “Shamrock” (video below) is the hottest song on a great pop EP that also includes “Blue Dress,” “Faded,” “Never Had the Chance,” “Fell For Love” and “Love Will Wreck You” — all potential singles. Wanna know all about the band?

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Ashley Tisdale Seen At The Hair Salon February 1, 2012

February 4, 2012

It feels like photos surface of Ashley Tisdale at the Byron & Tracey Salon in Beverly Hills, California every day! Here is a new picture of Ashley leaving the salon on February 1, 2012. Read the original here: Ashley Tisdale Seen At The Hair Salon February 1, 2012

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Roseanne seeks Green Party pres. nod

February 4, 2012

JULY 27: Comedian Roseanne Barr speaks during the History and Lifetime portion of the 2011 Summer TCA Tour at the Beverly Hilton on July 27, 2011 in Beverly Hills, California. More here: Roseanne seeks Green Party pres. nod

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Covenant Mortgage Lake Forest CA Announces a New Addition to its Team …

February 4, 2012

Covenant Mortgage , one of Southern California’s most respected and successful mortgage lenders, announces that Tom Sebring has joined its team of loan officers. Read more from the original source: Covenant Mortgage Lake Forest CA Announces a New Addition to its Team …

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