George Torres, also one of South Los Angeles’ largest property owners, is linked to murder and racketeering in a complex case that also snagged two former city planning commissioners, Steve Carmona and George Luk. There's also a connection to Horacio “Carlos” Vignali, a name familiar in city politics. LA Weekly, LAT, sidebar

Her medical condition has "stabilized." AP

The Times did a computer study of 1,500 cases since 2002 of drunk drivers who later were jailed for violating probation or driving on a suspended license. The average sentence was 14 days and actual time served four days. Under Sheriff Baca's early release police for overcrowding, most nonviolent female offenders sentenced to less than 90 days are released immediately. LAT

The DA says the City Attorney is filing misdemeanor charges before more serious felonies are considered. Times plays it as an advance skirmish in the upcoming battle for Cooley's seat. LAT

Hollywood watches even if no one else cares. Variety

Q-and-A in City Beat with the activist.

Blogger Showbiz David observes from the buses.

Photographer Gary Leonard's downtown gallery is open to the public now on Sundays from noon to 7 pm, by appointment, and is part of the regular Downtown Art Walk. He's at 740 S. Olive.

David Rensin featured at Mediabistro.