Block Party: First Between San Pedro and Central Oct 10, 2009
The store specializes in Japanese TV programs, said manager Kane Nakasawa, and customers come from as far away as Torrance to catch up with their favorites. As for the diminished competition, Nakasawa said, Its getting smaller because of the Internet and Youtube. (Los Angeles Downtown News, CA)
Man arrested in February death of Torrance woman Oct 10, 2009
-- Sheriff's deputies have arrested a Redondo Beach man in the death of a Torrance woman whose body was found dumped beside a road in the San Bernardino Mountains. Tony Lopez Perez, 35, was taken into custody Thursday and booked on suspicion of murder in the death of 28-year-old Cori Desmond. (Fresno Bee -- State)
Failure To Launch Rusty Jarrett/Getty Images for NASCARWith seven races left in the Sprint Cup season, Denny Hamlin is the only Toyota driver with a shot at the crown.Toyota's deep pockets were widely expected to dominate NASCAR when the company arrived. Tom Bowles explores why, three years later, the takeover hasn't happened. Oct 9, 2009
With their U.S. Sales and Marketing headquarters located in nearby Torrance, it's an important weekend to showcase how far the brand has come in just two plus years on the NASCAR circuit -- and how far it still has to go. When Toyota announced its entrance into the Sprint Cup level in 2006, a divided fan base scoffed at the notion of a foreign manufacturer. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- Racing)
NASCAR - Sprint Cup - Pepsi 500 Preview Oct 8, 2009
71 David Gilliland (Torrance, CA) Chevrolet/TRG Motorsports. 77 Sam Hornish Jr (Defiance, OH) Dodge/Mobil 1. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Frank's Derivatives Bill May Weaken SEC's Oversight Power, Official Says Oct 7, 2009
It is clearly the weakest of all the proposals Ive seen to date, said , managing director of Institutional Risk Analytics in Torrance, California. Whalen, who has testified before Congress on derivatives regulation, is an independent bank analyst. (Bloomberg -- US)
Going All-in: Tripping down Record Book Road Oct 6, 2009
10, by Flagel (no first name listed) of Bell, also in 1929, in a 102-0 win over Torrance, among many others Ten also appears to be the best-ever in the Central Valley, with Joe Silva of Gustine scoring nine times via the run and once on a pass in a 74-0 Redskins win over Le Grand in 1974. So, with that trip down Memory Lane, or at least Record Book Road, out of the way, a few more thoughts hopefully worth dessert on a Tuesday afternoon/evening (we're still working on this line, folks) as we... (Hanford Sentinal, CA)
No. 19/24 Cal Looking to Get Back on Track Against No. 7 USC Oct 2, 2009
Cal Connections to USC/Los Angeles Area Eight players - LB , DB , LB Ryan Davis, DB , LB , LS (Pacific Palisades, CA), OL (Pacific Palisades, CA), TE (San Pedro, CA) - list Los Angeles or one of its districts as their hometown Another six players - LB (Santa Clarita, CA), LS (West Covina, CA), DB (Lynwood, CA), P (Monrovia, CA), WR (Torrance, CA) and TB (Valencia, CA) - have hometowns within Los Angeles County Offensive line coach spent one season (1996) coaching the offensive line at UCLA Head... (Calbears.com)
Sitting Pretty Oct 1, 2009
-- Chris K., Torrance, Calif. It seems everyone wants to jump to grand conclusions about teams based on these early-season losses. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- NCAA Football)
Short conversation with a former fan leaves surly Symondsbamboozled Sep 26, 2009
A list of monsters: Frankenstein, Jack Torrance from The Shining, Norman Bates from Psycho, Jaws from the anti-vegetarian major motion film Jaws, The Beast from 20,000 Fathoms (poor man's Jaws), Damien from The Exorcist, Pennywise, the full-blown scary clown from Stephen King's It, the Creature from the Black Lagoon (poor man's The Beast From 20,000 Fathoms), Bigfoot, The Boogeyman (boo ... One wish is for rugby to come a cropper at the hands of Jack Torrance. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
Winds, Heat Stoke California Wildfire Sep 24, 2009
Firefighters Guard Rural Homes, Ranches, Orchards as Blaze Grows to 25 Square Miles. firefighters spray water on a flareup at the edge of an avocadon and citrus grove, as efforts to fight the Guiberson wildfire continue outside the community of Bardsdale near the Ventura County town of Fillmore, Calif. (CBS News)
Fox Cable Networks Exec Will Flannery Dies, 38 Sep 24, 2009
At the family's request, in lieu of flowers, donations to be held in trust for Flannery's daughters may be made to the "Sarah and Norah Flannery Scholarship Fund," c/o Ken Teshima, Teshima & Associates, 2215 West 190th Street, Torrance, CA 90504. . (Multichannel News)
FDIC Watched as `Hot Money' Boomed at Colorado's Defunct New Frontier Bank Sep 23, 2009
Any time a bank gets up into double digits with brokered deposits youve potentially got a problem, said , managing director of Institutional Risk Analytics, a Torrance, California, firm that evaluates banks for investors. These deposits are unstable. (Bloomberg)
Sources for kumquats and hybrids Sep 19, 2009
At the Alhambra, Torrance (Tuesday and Saturday), Santa Monica (Saturday Pico) and Westchester farmers markets ... At Torrance (Tuesday and Saturday) farmers markets. (FOX61, CT)
Judge Refuses to Seal Record in Suit Alleging Discovery Abuses by Toyota Sep 19, 2009
Dimitrios P. Biller, who from 2003 until his resignation in 2007 was national managing counsel in the legal services group in charge of Toyota's rollover program, sued his former employer, Toyota Motor Sales USA, which is located in Torrance, Calif. its parent, Toyota Motor Corp.; and several in-house attorneys, including Christopher Reynolds, the general counsel of the legal services group of Toyota Motor Sales, and former general counsel Dian Ogilvie. (Law.com)
Women's Golf Looks For Another Stellar Year Sep 19, 2009
UC Davis opens season at the University of New Mexico ready to build on an already solid program (Ucdavisaggies.com)
Sony Pictures Animation's Cloudy With a Chance of Meatballs: An IMAX 3D Experience Lands in 127 IMAX(R) Theatres On September 18th Sep 19, 2009
UNITED STATES Arizona Mesa - Dickinson Gateway 12 IMAX Theatre Phoenix - AMC Deer Valley 30 with IMAX Arkansas Little Rock - Dickinson Chenal 9 IMAX Theatre California Aliso Viejo - Edwards Aliso Viejo Stadium 20 & IMAX Arcadia - AMC Santa Anita 16 & IMAX Burbank - AMC Burbank 16 & IMAX Camarillo - Edwards Camarillo Palace Stadium 12 & IMAX Covina - AMC Covina 30 with IMAX Cupertino - AMC Cupertino 16 & IMAX Dublin - Regal Hacienda Crossings Stadium 21 & IMAX El Dorado Hills - Regal Cinemas El... (Primezone Releases)
Toyota Sticks With Nickel Batteries After Three-Year Test of Lithium Prius Sep 14, 2009
U.S. sales operations for Toyota are based in Torrance, California. To contact the reporter on this story: in Los Angeles at. (Bloomberg -- Japan)
Too much Hilliard as PHS beats Tigers Sep 14, 2009
They just couldnt stop him, especially with defensive linemen Torrance Benjamin twisting a knee and Duval Jackson also suffering an injury. That didnt help us, said Fine, who said his team is thin on the defensive front. (New Iberia, LA)
Ramen California dining info Sep 13, 2009
24231 Crenshaw Blvd., Unit C, Torrance; (310) 530-2749. PRICE. (FOX61, CT)
DaVita Launches Nationwide Series of Kidney Awareness Run/Walks Sep 12, 2009
(PRNewsFoto) TORRANCE, CA USA. Events Raise Funds and Educate Communities about the Silent Epidemic of Kidney Disease. (PR Newswire)
Lehman Monday Morning Reveals Lesson Lost With Obama as Regulator-in-Chief Sep 11, 2009
While pieces of the administrations plan may help stave off future crises, the lesson of the Lehman collapse is that big, global financial institutions can create risks that even experienced regulators and bankers wont always anticipate or understand, according to critics such as , managing director of Torrance, California-based Institutional Risk Analytics, which evaluates banks for investors. At talks in London that concluded on Sept. 5, finance officials from the Group of 20 agreed that... (Bloomberg)
Pirates Ready For Instructional League Sep 11, 2009
Shortstops (5) POS HT WT B/T D.O.B BIRTHPLACE 2009 CLUB # D'Arnaud, Chase# SS 6-2 200 R/R 1/21/1987 Torrance, CA West Virginia/Lynchburg # Diaz, Argenis SS 5-11 155 R/R 2/12/1987 Guatire Miranda, Venezuela Indianapolis # Friday, Brian# SS 5-11 180 R/R 12/16/1985 Houston, TX Altoona # Gonzalez, Benjamin SS 5-11 160 R/R 1/16/1990 Caguas, PR GCL Pirates # Mercer, Jordy% SS 6-3 185 R/R 8/27/1986 Seiling, OK Lynchburg. Outfielders (11) POS HT WT B/T D.O.B BIRTHPLACE 2009 CLUB # De La Cruz, Melvin OF... (Pittsburgh, TheInsiders.com)
DaVita's Patient-Centric Modalities Offer Students with Kidney Disease More Choices Sep 10, 2009
(PRNewsFoto) TORRANCE, CA USA. DENVER, Sept. 9 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- DaVita Inc. (NYSE: ), a leading provider of kidney care services for those diagnosed with chronic kidney disease (CKD), supports dialysis patients' education by offering individualized treatment options based on optimal patient care standards and social circumstances. (PR Newswire)
* FEATURE: Medical transportation set for takeoff Sep 7, 2009
The 78-year-old was diagnosed with heart and lung failure and was dying at the Torrance Memorial Medical Center in California. Prior to her return to Taiwan, her family spent more than NT$20 million (US$610,000) in medical expenses. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Arbitrator closes state hearings Sep 6, 2009
Saturday, September 05, 2009. Give us YOUR Weekly Opinion. (Honolulu Star-Bulletin)
DaVita CEO Kent Thiry Honored as One of Modern Healthcare's 100 Most Powerful People in Healthcare Sep 1, 2009
(PRNewsFoto) TORRANCE, CA USA. Thiry Ranks among Most-Influential Health Care Leaders for Second Consecutive Year. (PR Newswire)
SilverLeaf Financial Acquires More Commercial Assets in Massachusetts and California Sep 1, 2009
SilverLeaf Financial has also recently acquired a 42,000 sq. ft Medical Office/Condo building in Torrance, CA, about 15 minutes outside of downtown L.A. The property was purchased by the current borrower in 2005. It underwent extensive renovation, and the offices were converted into medical office condos for sale. (PR Newswire)
Hancock chief to give back raise Aug 31, 2009
Statewide, top administrators, who have a doctorate, earn a maximum salary, not including longevity increases, ranging from 277,499 at El Camino College in Torrance to 148,297 at Palo Verde Community College District in Blythe, according to an Association of California Community College Administrators survey. The average maximum pay for community college administrators with a Ph. (Lompoc Record, CA)
Toyota Accused of Hiding Evidence Aug 30, 2009
Biller, who did not return phone calls, worked for Toyota Motor Sales, based in Torrance, Calif. from 2003 to 2007. (CBS News)
Editorial: This is the time for real reform Aug 29, 2009
That was Ted Lieu of Torrance. One member wasn't in the Legislature in 2007: Joan Buchanan of Alamo. (Sacramento Bee -- Opinion)
Bill Bans Novelty Lighters That Attract Kids Aug 28, 2009
The bill's author, Assemblymember Ted Lieu, a Democrat from Torrance, said the lighters can look like cartoon characters or flashlights and some make sounds. The measure passed Thursday, 22-12. (KSBW 8, CA)
Toyota recalling 95,700 Toyota, Scion vehicles Aug 27, 2009
TORRANCE, California - Toyota Motor Corp. said Wednesday it is launching a recall of roughly 95,700 Toyota and Scion-brand vehicles in the U.S. due to a possible brake malfunction. The recall affects some 2009 and 2010 Toyota Corolla and Corolla Matrix vehicles and some 2008 and 2009 Scion xD vehicles, Toyota said. (MSNBC -- Business)
Mesa Falls Marathon results Aug 25, 2009
178 Guerin BUTTERWORTH TORRANCE CA USA Mara F 50 - 54 5:12:05. 179 Moo LIM DIAMOND BAR CA USA Mara M 55 - 59 5:12:50. (Rexburg Standard Journal, ID)
Kirby grabs Late Model win after leaders tangle late in the race Aug 24, 2009
Mike Kirby, of Torrance; Nick Bartels, of El Segundo; and, A.J. Kirkpatrick, of Castroville, were the top-three in the event. Lowrey set fast time of 14. (Santa Maria Times)
Calif. Court Upholds Chinese Judgment Against U.S. Company Aug 22, 2009
The , handed down last week by U.S. District Court Judge Florence-Marie Cooper, is a turning point in a long legal saga pitting two Chinese companies that owned the helicopter, Hubei Gexhouba Sanlian Industrial and Hubei Pinghu Cruise, against its manufacturer, Robinson Helicopter of Torrance, Calif. "For our clients this has been a long process and this ruling is further vindication," says Frank Rothrock, a partner in 's Irvine, Calif. (Law.com)
Play Ball! Babe Ruth World Series kicks off today Aug 21, 2009
We re all kind of sizing each other up right now, added Torrance, CA pitcher Max Ishikawa, stealing a peak into the home bullpen after polishing off a cheeseburger from the family barbecue held during opening ceremonies ... The 10-team tournament includes co-hosts Longview and Kelso, Southeast Regional champion Tallahassee, Ohio Valley champion Appleton, Wisconsin, Midwest Plains champion West Fargo, North Dakota, Middle Atlantic champion Colonie, New York, Pacific Northwest champion Centralia,... (Longview Daily News, WA)
Keenan 2009 Health Care Benefits Strategy Survey Profiles Challenges and Responses From California Organizations Representing 217 Hospitals Aug 20, 2009
Text hiding to spacing. Annual Survey Recognized as Key Industry Planning Benchmark. (PR Newswire)
World Series preview: Close-knit squad from Torrance, Calif., is pumped up Aug 18, 2009
World Series preview: Close-knit squad from Torrance, Calif ... Needing only to win one of two matchups against Palo Alto in the finals, Torrance which knocked off Palo Alto in pool play dropped the opener but came back to claim the second game ... There shouldn t be any problems with phone reception in Longview, site of the Babe Ruth 13-15 World Series, where Torrance takes on Nederland, Texas, at 2:35 p.m. Friday in its tourney opener. (Longview Daily News, WA)
Last defendant sentenced in Calif. terrorist plot Aug 18, 2009
In 2004, he recruited a fellow prisoner, Levar Washington, 30, of Torrance, who upon his parole recruited two other men, Gregory Patterson and Samana of Inglewood. Washington and Patterson later robbed 11 gas stations in Los Angeles and Orange counties in May and July of 2005 to raise money for planned attacks, prosecutors said. (Anchorage Daily News)
I AM REPRESENTING THE NEED AS A SUBSCRIBER HISPANIC FAMILY FROM CUBA AND WOULD... Aug 13, 2009
The Faces of Hispanic TV. Who were watching in 2008. (Multichannel News)
Pair flying around the world touches down on Maui Aug 9, 2009
Operating a single-engine, two-seat airplane, they just had completed a 22-hour, 2,138-mile flight from Torrance Municipal Airport near Los Angeles ... Friday's Torrance-to-Kahului leg was the second longest of the trip. (Honolulu Advertiser)
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- 4-star safety, 6-foot-2, 200 pounds, Torrance, CA - 3-star cornerback, 5-foot-10, 175 pounds, Walnut, CA - 3-star kicker, 6-foot-0, 185 pounds, Bakersfield, CA - 2-star tight end, 6-foot-2, 250-pounds, Santa Maria, CA. "There are still two out there, and . The reason they didn't make it, is that they just haven't got their work done. We are going to go with the approach that they are not going to be with us and if we do get them it's a bonus.Also, the list of players who have left the program... (Washington Sports -- Rivals.com)
Downtowns Basketball Bonanza Aug 8, 2009
Were talking Brentwood down to Long Beach, Carson and Torrance; really, theres not a part of L.A. we havent hit to try to find folks, Hanley said. We want this to be a great local and regional community event. (Los Angeles Downtown News, CA)
Lindus named publisher of 2 Calif. newspapers Aug 6, 2009
Lindus was introduced to the staff at the Daily Breeze offices in Torrance on Wednesday ... Torrance paper editor leaves for Port of LA ... Daily Breeze editor and interim publisher Phillip Sanfield says he is leaving the Torrance paper to become the director of media relations for the Port of Los Angeles. (Fresno Bee -- Business)
Hometown Buffet settles harassment claim Aug 4, 2009
The 26,345 square-foot market, located at The Village at Orange (1500 E. Village Way), will join nine other California locations in Brea, Claremont, El Cajon, Irvine, Riverside, San Marcos, Seal Beach, Torrance and Tustin along with 26 locations in other regions. New locations in Huntington Beach and San Diego are scheduled to open in 2010. (Fresno Bee -- Business)
2009 Football Walk-On List Aug 1, 2009
HS Torrance, CA Serra 35 FB 6-1 215 19 06/24/90 Fr. TR Rolling Hills Estates, CA Chadwick/Arizona State 30 TB 6-2 200 19 07/08/90 Fr. (Uclabruins.com)
Toyota Announces Pricing on 2010 Avalon, Yaris, Highlander, FJ Cruiser, RAV4, and Tacoma Jul 31, 2009
(PRNewsFoto/Toyota Media Relations) TORRANCE, CA UNITED STATES. TORRANCE, Calif. (PR Newswire)
Shark Sighting: Norman leads Senior British Open Jul 26, 2009
Entertainment Extras. HotJobs Local Search. (North County Times)
Preferred Bank Commences Rights Offering Jul 25, 2009
Preferred Bank conducts its banking business from its main office in Los Angeles, California, and through eleven full-service branch banking offices in Alhambra, Century City, Chino Hills, City of Industry, Torrance, Arcadia, Irvine, Diamond Bar, Santa Monica, Anaheim and Pico Rivera, California. Preferred Bank offers a broad range of deposit and loan products and services to both commercial and consumer customers. (PR Newswire)
Mayor Julian 'Jolly' Reseueollo Dialysis Center Officially Opens Doors With Support From Bridge of Life - DaVita Medical Missions Jul 25, 2009
(PRNewsFoto) TORRANCE, CA USA. Governor Welcomes and Thanks Medical Team for Bringing Life-Saving Dialysis. (PR Newswire)
Microdyne closing Groveport center Jul 21, 2009
A human resources executive at Torrance, Calif. -based Microdyne forwarded questions from Columbus Business First about the closing to an executive at the Central Ohio facility. (Columbus Business First, OH)
iCRco Conducts 2009 Asia/Pacific Distributor Training Program Jul 18, 2009
Torrance, CA (PRWEB) July 18, 2009 -- iCRco completed its annual Asia/Pacific distributor training program in Suzhou, China, with over 60 representatives in attendance ... About iCRco: iCRco, Inc., based in Torrance, CA, is an established, privately-held, global leader in providing innovative digital x-ray imaging solutions, including a complete suite of x-ray imaging hardware, PACS, imaging software and integrated solutions for the medical, chiropractic, dental, veterinary and non-destructive... (Yahoo News -- Press Releases)
Around the USA: Citizens of Mannywood get cold shoulder Jul 18, 2009
"I was just mentioning that to my wife," said Mike Jaramillo, a postal worker from Torrance who was seated in the heart of Mannywood. "I came here to see how he would react, but he didn't look at us, didn't acknowledge us, seemed kind of arrogant.". (Hanford Sentinal, CA)
Jonas Reiter Transfers to LMU Jul 14, 2009
Reiter graduated from South Torrance High School, where he was the team's Offensive Most Valuable Player as a junior and named First Team All-League and All-Area by the Daily Breeze. He will be a familiar face to many of his new teammates, having played his club soccer for Pateadores SC alongside current Lions , , and and playing at South Torrance HS with. (Lmulions.com)
DaVita Clinical Research Appoints Mahesh Krishnan as Vice President Jul 14, 2009
(PRNewsFoto) TORRANCE, CA USA. DENVER, July 13 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- DaVita Inc. (NYSE: ), a leading provider of kidney care services for those diagnosed with chronic kidney disease (CKD), today announced Mahesh Krishnan, MD, MPH has been appointed to DaVita Clinical Research(R) as Vice President for Research, effective July 13, 2009. (PR Newswire)
Bank of America Said to Balk at Paying Fee on Unused $118 Billion Backstop Jul 13, 2009
Similar commercial accords impose fees of as much as 6 percent, said , managing director of Institutional Risk Analytics, a Torrance, California research firm. The bank would pay a $4 billion fee in the form of preferred stock and warrants, plus an annual fee of 20 basis points for undrawn amounts of the $118 billion, or $236 million, according to Treasurys , with more fees if the bank tapped the program. (Bloomberg)
U.S. Non-Profit Announces Opening of Life-Saving Dialysis Facility in Philippines Jul 12, 2009
(PRNewsFoto) TORRANCE, CA USA. Bridge of Life - DaVita Medical Missions Partners with Government to Offer Renal Awareness Camps. (PR Newswire)
Governor: In-home care program rife with fraud Jul 12, 2009
In Torrance, prosecutors say a 40-year-old woman billed the state for services after the person she was caring for was jailed. One recipient of services reportedly took in $13,243 in claims after his caregiver - his own father - died. (San Francisco Chronicle)
DaVita's Award-Winning Training Program for New Teammates Reaches Milestone With 100th DaVita Academy in Baltimore, Maryland Jul 8, 2009
(PRNewsFoto) TORRANCE, CA USA. Former U.S. Senator Paul Sarbanes and Congressman Elijah Cummings Join the Program for DaVita's Leadership Development and Cultural Orientation Program. (PR Newswire)
Tears, Fanfare as Troops Depart Jul 7, 2009
Instead, he was seen off by his girlfriend and fellow National Guard trooper, Sgt. Sandra Del Gadillo, 26, of Torrance. The two met in Bosnia, where they were both on assignment in the Army. (FOX61, CT)
Meet the new cast of Big Brother 11 Jul 2, 2009
Lydia Tavera, 24, makeup artist from Torrance, Calif. Casey Turner, 41, teacher from St. Petersburg, Fla. (MSNBC -- News)
Disney actor plays a role within a role in 'Sonny With a Chance' Jun 30, 2009
TORRANCE Hannah Montana and Sonny With a Chance have made the Disney Channel a lure for young female viewers. But what about young males. (Fresno Bee)
A Day at the Races Jun 28, 2009
Mike Kirby, of Torrance, who leads the Shootout championship is second to Drake locally. Rob Sanders, of Bakersfield, is third in local points and fifth in the Shootout. (Lompoc Record, CA)
* Morgan Stanley approved to boost Chinatrust stake Jun 28, 2009
Morgan Stanleys share purchase would indirectly increase its investment in Chinatrust Bank of Torrance, California. Morgan Stanley spokesman Mark Lake declined to comment. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- Sports)
Andrews devotes life to Jimmy Fund Jun 27, 2009
Andrews was a three-sport star at Torrance South High School near Los Angeles before settling in at nearby El Camino College, where he starred in both football and baseball. But Andrews chose the latter when he signed with the Red Sox in 1961, and after four years in the Minors, he finally was called up for five games during the 1966 season. (MLB.com -- Boston Red Sox)
