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Redistricting commission votes: Creates new map, same problems

By Hayley Fox — February 16, 2012 — 1 Comment

The L.A. redistricting commission voted on 75 proposed changes to the council district map. Councilwoman Jan Perry, who's been vocal throughout the process, said gaining the USC campus doesn't make up for losing Downtown.

Redistricting commission goes back to the drawing board for district map

By Hayley Fox — February 14, 2012

The L.A. redistricting map was released last month to a flurry of public outrage and debate. Tomorrow, the commission will meet to vote on possible changes and begin the process of redrawing the council districts.

Naked man climbs Downtown tower; admitted to hospital

By Andrew Lopez — February 10, 2012

A naked man who climbed a 220-foot tower in Downtown Wednesday night was admitted to a hospital after being released by LAPD.

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Fate of City Hall lawn decided; compromise of sustainability, accessibility

By Hayley Fox — February 09, 2012 — 1 Comment

Three options for the redesign of the City Hall lawn were released to the public last month. This week, City Council decided on one. It combines native plants, granite walkways and grassy knolls to maintain a public-friendly space.

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Hear ye, Hear ye! Excalibur medieval restaurant comes to Downtown

By Hayley Fox — February 08, 2012

When you're battling through the chain restaurants and neon lights at L.A. Live, look down Figueroa for your knight in shining armor - literally. Medieval-themed restaurant, Excalibur, has opened near Staples Center.

Hospital patient dumped in LA ends up wandering Skid Row; sues for negligence

By Hayley Fox — February 06, 2012

The latest in a string of Skid Row "patient-dumping" cases was filed on Friday against an East L.A. hospital. Jesse Bravo, a paranoid schizophrenic, allegedly ended up wandering Skid Row after being discharged from the hospital last year.

Attacker dubbed 'Civic Center Slapper' punches US attorney

By Hayley Fox — February 03, 2012

A US attorney was punched in the face by a man police are calling the "Civic Center Slapper." This incident is the seventh in a string of recent Downtown assaults, where one suspect has already been arrested.

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LA Convention Center to expand over Pico, towards future football stadium

By Hayley Fox — February 03, 2012 — 2 Comments

Plans for the new and expanded L.A. Convention Center were revealed last night to a special City Council committee. The renamed complex, LACOEX, aims to connect the center with the future Farmers Field Stadium.

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Spaceland music man to head east; plans new rock club for Main Street's Regent Theater

By Hayley Fox — February 02, 2012 — 3 Comments

If you've seen a concert, danced to a music mash-up or discovered a band on the brink of fame, you've likely been to one of Mitchell Frank's eastside clubs. Now, he's heading Downtown with plans to reopen the Regent Theater.

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'Sparkle Factory' jewelry boutique to open in old Western costume building

By Hayley Fox — February 01, 2012 — 4 Comments

Swarovski crystals, barbie brooches and skull earrings - oh my! Jewelry designer Tarina Tarantino is transforming a Broadway building into a multi-use boutique, design space and studio.

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Downtown should be just one council district, says Huizar

By Hayley Fox — January 27, 2012 — 7 Comments

While Jan Perry has been publicizing her vehement opposition to the new redistricting map, her district neighbor, Councilman Jose Huizar, seems to be embracing his new Downtown acquisitions and has been making plans for future growth.