Formerly revered trees get bad rap after wildfires (San Diego Union-Tribune)

6 September 2008, 3:17 am

Eucalyptuses are nothing more than multistory matchsticks ready to burst into flames when Santa Ana winds strike. The neighbor's pine? Pretty. Pretty dangerous, that is. And that sycamore sucks up a zillion gallons of costly water.... read more

Ten reasons to be excited about the 2008 high school football season (Los Angeles Times)

4 September 2008, 4:53 pm

Eric Sondheimer breaks down the Southland's top story lines heading into the season, including the array of talent at the quarterback position. High school football shifts into high gear tonight with a near full load of games. There's no better place in the country to see tomorrow's college and N... read more

Controversial House Has Clovis Residents Worried (KFSN-TV Fresno)

4 September 2008, 3:04 pm

Neighbors were alarmed to see the place advertised on the internet as a sober living house, close to courts and probation officers.... read more

Memorial service Friday for Santa Ana College firefighter (Orange County Register)

4 September 2008, 2:43 pm

College fire dean and retired fire chief to be memorialized Friday.... read more

OC Youth Soccer Coach Accused of Having Child Porn (FOX 11 News Los Angeles)

4 September 2008, 8:47 am

An Orange County youth soccer coach has been arrested for allegedly possessing child pornography. George Bull was arrested Wednesday at his Lake Forest home. According to an affidavit filed in federal court, the 58-year-old admitted having child pornography. The FBI says he turned over his computer,... read more

Golden arm of Mater Dei draws comparisons to football greats (USA Today)

4 September 2008, 6:29 am

Quarterback Matt Barkley wasn't born with a football in his right hand. It just seems that way. With a classic surfer look tousled blond hair, tan and a photogenic smile the 6-3, 225-pounder is the picture of Southern California cool.... read more