Afternoon snacks *
  • Bad case of indigestion at Cheesecake Factory, brought on by unwanted attention from Nasdaq and the SEC. LA Biz Observed
  • The OC Post tabloid debuted today in Orange County, aimed at Register-friendly residents who don't want to be bothered by stories longer than two paragraphs.
  • City Council President Eric Garcetti's office sent word that the Council did not raid the revenue pot from the new trash-fee-for-cops deal to fund anti-gang initiatives. Inartful press release language last week is blamed for that impression, they say.
  • Long Beach in 1912 had more barbers than lawyers. Press Telegram/LABO
  • On certain coves near Point Dume, the sun rises over the Pacific. Here in Malibu

* Late add: Tower Records files for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection.

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