Morning Buzz

Morning Buzz: Wednesday 7.16.08

Quick look around:

Susan Atkins denied release

The Manson family killer of Sharon Tate has to die on our dime in prison, the state decides. LAT, AP


Obama cover 'smart political satire'

Tim Rutten's take: "The bipartisan hysteria about this week's New Yorker cover [is] rather difficult to swallow." LAT Op-Ed


Ethics Commission decides staff went easy on Cardenas

The panel rejected a proposed $2,050 fine for Councilman Tony Cardenas, saying it was too lenient considering his previous fines. "We have a candidate here who, for whatever reason, cannot seem to get it right," commission VP Sean Treglia said. LAT, DN


Most voted by mail in June

Of the minuscule number that voted at all, that is. Los Angeles County lags behind, again. Opinion L.A.


Skobin gets new term on police commission

The City Council unanimously approved Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa’s appointment of Alan Skobin for a second term on the commission. He was originally appointed by Mayor Jim Hahn. LAPD blog


Randal Simmons billboards going up

Clear Channel Outdoor is donating 20 billboards where the family of the slain LAPD SWAT officer will thank supporters.


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