A tipster writes in to let us know about Place Yuu’s closure. I went by the Japanese restaurant Place Yuu on Sawtelle yesterday & notice it was closed, all signage was gone & windows were all construction papered up. A favorite late night sushi haunt on the Westside, the shutter comes as a surprise. So far, the papered windows don’t give any hint of what may come, and there is not yet a for lease sign on the building. [EaterWire] Here is the original post: The Shutter: Place Yuu in West LA Closes Shop
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Extra, Extra: The Dogs of LAX, Merry-Go-Round For Sale, & Best Taco-Related Crimes Ever
January 11, 2012
In tonight’s Extra Extra we’ve got the crazy things people do for tacos, a piece of history goes on–or around?–the auction block, and the new dogs at LAX, plus more news of the day. Plus: Keep up with us on Facebook , and follow us on Twitter: @LAist @LAistFood @LAistSports . more › Read the original post: Extra, Extra: The Dogs of LAX, Merry-Go-Round For Sale, & Best Taco-Related Crimes Ever
At the Car Wash (Whoa, Whoa): Workers to Receive Back Wages From "unscrupulous employers"
January 11, 2012
Eight car washes in the state are paying a combined settlement of over $1 million to employees who were underpaid and treated unfairly in the past. The settlement comes as a result of a civil lawsuit filed by Attorney General Kamala D. Harris more › Read the original here: At the Car Wash (Whoa, Whoa): Workers to Receive Back Wages From “unscrupulous employers”
TV Junkie: The ‘Cougar Town’ Question(s) ABC Needs To Answer
January 11, 2012
The “Cougar Town” showrunners pulled some guerilla marketing by hosting a free bar with food at the TCAs last night in order for TV critics and journalists to echo the question: Why isn’t “Cougar Town” on the schedule? — Also check out the TV Junkie Must-Watch Plan. more › Originally posted here: TV Junkie: The ‘Cougar Town’ Question(s) ABC Needs To Answer
Rental Cars Companies Fit for 007
January 11, 2012
BEVERLY HILLS, Calif. — You have elite status with more than a few rental car conglomerates, but unfortunately that position does little more than offer you a per-day discount and single-class upgrade to the inevitable Crayola-colored Camry, Charger or Crown Victoria that fill the inventory of most American rental car companies. Continue reading here: Rental Cars Companies Fit for 007
‘The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills’ Recap: Rage, Redemtion and The Richards
January 11, 2012
This was a week of alliance and redemption for the housewives, a week of true colors being shown and layers being peeled back to reveal THE TRUTH. more › Go here to read the rest: ‘The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills’ Recap: Rage, Redemtion and The Richards
First Out Lesbians in Miss California USA Pageant Lose Crown, Win Hearts
January 10, 2012
On Sunday night, two local women became the first out lesbians to compete in the Miss California USA pageant. Neither Mollie Thomas, 19, nor Jenelle Hutcherson, 26, went home with the crown, but they got their message across anyway. more › Follow this link: First Out Lesbians in Miss California USA Pageant Lose Crown, Win Hearts
Angels Flight Down For Routine Repairs, Fare Expected to Double
January 10, 2012
The best fun you can have for 25 cents in Los Angeles for one minute could soon be twice as expensive, when Angels Flight reopens after undergoing repairs, and the fare is doubled. more › Go here to read the rest: Angels Flight Down For Routine Repairs, Fare Expected to Double
Cockfighting Task Force Busts Large-Scale Desert Operation
January 10, 2012
Officials in San Bernardino County are cracking down on the illegal sport of cockfighting. Sunday’s raid resulted in dozens of arrests along with the seizure of nearly 100 live roosters and $21,000 in gambling funds. more › Read more here: Cockfighting Task Force Busts Large-Scale Desert Operation
Los Angeles Area Weather Forecast: 1/10
January 10, 2012
Five-day weather forecast for Los Angeles and surrounding communities from Tuesday, January 10. See the article here: Los Angeles Area Weather Forecast: 1/10
