Journalists got a look at San Quentin’s death chamber in 2010, where executions will occur if the state ever resumes them. (Los Angeles Times) I write often about the inequities of the American capital punishment system, including the arbitrary nature of the decision to pursue the death penalty, the whims or malevolence of the prosecuting […]
Blog: Though the Lakers and LeBron James downplay Christmas game against the Warriors, it’s still meaningful
Maybe even worse than the losing, a spat between all-star forwards Kevin Durant and Draymond Green became very public during a timeout late in a game, threatening the harmony in the back-to-back champion’s locker room. The team suspended Green, and after some public apologizing, the issue faded. Source: latimes.com – Los Angeles Times
Blog: The long journey of ‘Amazing Grace,’ the film document of Aretha Franklin’s 1972 gospel recording sessions
“Everything outside the music itself was a little bit Hollywood, production-wise,” Rainey said. “As I viewed the film, I felt it was more about James Cleveland, [gospel singer] Clara Ward and Aretha’s father, Rev. C.L. Franklin, than it was about her. But as side musicians, all you know is you’re there, playing with Aretha, and […]
Blog: Lambert honored by police department
Detective Sergeant Rick Lambert was selected as the Westminster Police Department’s Police Officer of the Month for October. Members are nominated by supervisors for their professional and dedicated service to the department and the community. Among his many contributions, Lambert was recognized for his investigative efforts in solving an attempted robbery at a local convenience […]
Blog: Home with ties to the Fairbanks theatrical family sells in Hollywood Hills West
A Hollywood Hills West residence that Robert P. Fairbanks, brother of actor-filmmaker Douglas Fairbanks Sr. and former president of United Artists Studio Corp., once called home has sold for $2.788 million. Robert Fairbanks, who supervised the construction of the United Artists and Fox Film Corp…. Source: latimes.com – Los Angeles Times
Blog: What we learned from the Rams’ 31-9 victory over the Arizona Cardinals
With running back Todd Gurley sidelined because of a left knee issue, the Rams bounced back from two consecutive defeats and moved closer to clinching the No. 2 seed for the NFC playoffs. Here’s what we learned from their 31-9 victory over the Arizona Cardinals: The Rams are going to be cautious… Source: latimes.com – […]