In tonight’s Extra, Extra, the detective for the OJ Simpson and Roman Polanski case died, LA celebrates the Sigalert and a flash mob mocks the pepper-spraying cop at Davis. Plus: Keep up with us on Facebook , and follow us on Twitter: @LAist @LAistFood @LAistSports . more › See the article here: Extra, Extra: L.A. Celebrates the Sigalert, Flash Theater Mob Mocks Davis Pepper-Spraying in Hollywood
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Extra, Extra: L.A. Celebrates the Sigalert, Flash Theater Mob Mocks Davis Pepper-Spraying in Hollywood
Overheard in L.A.: How We Cope Without Wikipedia
College students across the country attempted to cope with Wikipedia’s blackout this week, some faring better than others. This week’s Overheard in L.A. round-up includes overheard conversation on mistaken identities, Escalades and Harry Potter. more › Go here to see the original: Overheard in L.A.: How We Cope Without Wikipedia
Suspected Serial Killer Due in Court
CP3 Outshines Kobe As Clippers Win Battle Of LA
LOS ANGELES — Chris Paul scored 33 points, Blake Griffin had 22 points and 14 rebounds, and the Los Angeles Clippers led all the way in beating the Lakers 102-94 on Saturday night despite 42 points by Kobe Bryant. Chauncey Billups added 19 points, former Laker Caron Butler had 13 points and DeAndre Jordan had 10 rebounds in the Clippers’ second win in four days over one of the NBA’s elite teams. The Clippers beat Miami 95-89 in overtime on Wednesday and have won five of their last six. Paul limped off after hitting a jumper in the final minutes. Bryant notched his fourth straight game of 40 or more points but the Lakers had their five-game winning streak snapped by their Staples Center co-tenants, who beat them twice in the preseason. The Lakers got no closer than five points early in the fourth quarter as the visiting team. Bryant broke out for 21 points in the third, but he was limited to 10 in the fourth against the Clippers’ double teams. Billups and Paul hit consecutive 3-pointers to help the Clippers extend their lead to 67-53 midway through the third. Bryant took over from there, scoring 17 of the Lakers’ final 19 points of the quarter to close to 76-72. He began and ended the spurt with 3-pointers and in between hit 7 of 8 free throws while the Clippers were held to nine points over the final 5 minutes. The Clippers’ biggest first-half lead was 55-42 at the break. They outshot and outrebounded the Lakers, who were better in the paint. The Lakers twice closed within three points in the second quarter, but the Clippers outscored them 16-6 to end the period, with Billups, Paul and Griffin combining for 14 points. The Clippers opened the game on a 13-4 run, then outscored the Lakers 13-9 to lead after the first quarter. Things got chippy in the final 12 seconds when Darius Morris went up for a basket after Paul was whistled for a foul and Griffin pushed off him with both hands as Morris came down. Lakers coach Mike Brown got incensed and was called for a technical, while nothing was called on Griffin. Morris had the last word, though, when he sank a jumper from before the half-court line at the buzzer as Paul tried to cut him off. Metta World Peace and Grififin also had technicals. Notes: Clippers F Brian Cook left midway through the second quarter with a sprained left ankle. … The Clippers improved to 5-1 at home and 6-0 this season when taking a lead into the fourth. … The Clippers have sold out all six of their home games. … The Lakers were playing their fifth game of the week and their 14th of the season, tying Chicago for most games played. … The Clippers have played just nine games, fewest in the league. … Clippers backup G Mo Williams missed the game because of an injured right foot that he hurt on Tuesday at Portland. … Lakers G Jason Kapono is adjusting to sleepless nights after his wife gave birth to premature twin girls named Campbell and Isla earlier in the week. “Thirty minutes is like three hours. It’s all been a blur,” he said. See the original post here: CP3 Outshines Kobe As Clippers Win Battle Of LA
Classical Pick of the Week: Mostly Mozart and Mahler
The Coachella Valley Symphony is putting on a program similar to the wildly popular NY Phil “Mostly Mozart” festivals, with an all-Mozart program Monday night at 7 pm. If Coachella is a bit of a trek for you, the LA Phil kicks off their Mahler Project this Friday the 13th. more › See the original post here: Classical Pick of the Week: Mostly Mozart and Mahler
What Is Kwanzaa?
The seven-day festival of Kwanzaa, which celebrates African-American heritage and culture, starts Monday. Here are some facts about the week-long holiday. Kwanzaa was created in 1966 by Maulana Karenga, now chair of Cal State Long Beach’s Department of Africana Studies, in what he called “an audacious act of self-determination.” Kwanzaa’s focus is the “Nguzo Saba,” the Seven Principles—unity, self-determination, collective work and responsibility, cooperative economics, purpose, creativity and faith. During the week, a candelabrum called a Kinara is lit, and ears of corn representing each child in the family are placed on a traditional straw mat. African foods such as millet, spiced pepper balls and rice are often served. Some people fast during the holiday, and a feast is often held on its final night. A flag with three bars—red for the struggle for freedom, black for unity and green for the future—is sometimes displayed during the holiday. Kwanzaa is based on the theory of Kawaida, which espouses that social revolutionary change for black America can be achieved by exposing blacks to their cultural heritage. A poll commissioned by the National Retail Federation and conducted by BIGresearch Oct. 4-11 found that 2 percent of the 8,585 adults surveyed said they would celebrate Kwanzaa, compared to 90.5 percent for Christmas and 5.4 percent for Hanukkah. Do you have any facts about Kwanzaa that you would like to share? Please write them in the comments section below. This list was compiled with information from City News Service. Be sure to follow Beverly Hills Patch on Twitter and “Like” us on Facebook . Visit link: What Is Kwanzaa?
Meth Addict Jailed For Strangling & Sexually Assaulting A Chihuahua
For methamphetamine user Robert Edward De Shields, one side effect of the drug is apparently the strong desire to sexually abuse animals. The Sacramento parolee was sentenced this week to 10 years in state prison for his appalling treatment of an 8-month-old chihuahua. more › Originally posted here: Meth Addict Jailed For Strangling & Sexually Assaulting A Chihuahua
Pets of the Week: Gunther & Muddy
Meet Gunther, a 7-year-old Miniature Pinscher mix who is small but mighty! Muddy is a sweet little 1-year-old kitty with a heart of gold! Gunther and Muddy are both Total Package Pets . These pets are spayed or neutered, vaccinated, microchipped and ready to go home. more › Follow this link: Pets of the Week: Gunther & Muddy