Craigslist adult-services sections shut down in U.S.

It's unclear if site gave in to critics or is making statement

Massage therapists fight negative image

Some massage therapists in the Fort Wayne area are trying to fight a negative image after police busted another local massage parlor for prostitution.

Bell scandal delays Baldwin Park bribery investigation

The county will prosecute bribery charges against a Baldwin Park code enforcement officer after prosecutors finish sorting out the scandal in Bell, the county prosecutor in charge of public corruption cases said Friday.

Chalk Fest permit granted, but city won't be event sponsor

TWENTYNINE PALMS — Plans for Chalk Fest 29, the chalk art fair proposed by Action Council for 29 Palms Inc. for the first weekend in November, will move ahead without formal sponsorship from the city.

Taxing for services in line with state goals

The legislature wants you to take your dirty laundry to the Laundromat rather than buying a washer. It wants you to hire someone to mow your yard rather than buying a mower and doing it yourself.