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Articles from the September 25, 2021 edition


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  • Recall DA Gascon Campaign Gives Up For Now; Assembly Passes Law to Eliminate Gang Enhancement Sentencing; Armed Robberies are Increasing in LA and Other Stories: Monday Morning Memo

    Association of Deputy District Attorneys|Sep 25, 2021

    Courts & Rulings Ninth Circuit denies bid by California DAs to challenge death penalty moratorium In a divided opinion, a Ninth Circuit panel upheld a lower court decision that prevented a group of district attorneys from intervening in a case where Governor Gavin Newsom stayed all executions in the state of California via executive order. "The district attorneys have no authority to choose the method by which California will execute condemned inmates," U.S. Circuit Judge William Fletcher, a...

  • Mike Bonin Says Public Housing isn't Crime-Ridden and Filthy any More: Let's Put it Everywhere!

    Corva Corvax, A Logical Opinion|Sep 25, 2021

    September 20, 2021 - In an email to constituents, Los Angeles City Councilmember Mike Bonin suggested the city buy up motels and even office buildings to turn them into "housing with services." Bonin went on to claim it would be a good idea for the city to become a major land and property owner, creating what he calls "social housing." Bonin believes government landlordship is merely an "expansion," a logical next step from the initiative taken over the summer to give motel vouchers to vagrants...

  • Beach-Going Sexual Predator Caught and Charged with Rape Attempt

    Alyssa Erdley, Observer Staff|Sep 25, 2021

    9/21/21 - A registered sex offender who was preying on homeless women on the Santa Monica beach was charged yesterday with one count of Assault to commit rape and 1 count of Sexual Battery for two incidents reported to Santa Monica Police this month. Jarvis Mathias Newman, 26, is also known as Marquis Perkings. His residence was not given in the official press release. The first incident allegedly involving Newman occurred on September 12. A female victim had been sleeping in the 1700-1800...

  • The Paia Inn: Chic, Boutique, Beach Hotel, in Hip Maui Surf Town

    Chanin Victor, Observer Staff Writer|Sep 25, 2021

    The Paia Inn, a chic, boutique, beach hotel, is located in one of the hippest surf towns on Maui. This private oasis with North shore vibes will appeal to every traveler who wants to live like a local while on a beachy, chill vacation in Hawaii. Relax, meditate, and feel the "aloha" when you stay at this historical, bohemian destination. Traveling alone, as a couple, or with the family, you'll love this secluded beachfront inn with private beach access, tranquil outdoor lounging areas, and islan...

  • Will Retiring Early from Work Affect my Social Security Benefit?

    Rusty Gleer, Association of Mature American Citizens|Sep 25, 2021

    Ask Rusty – Will Retiring Early from Work Affect my Social Security? Dear Rusty: I stopped working at age 55, well before my full retirement age of 66 years and 10 months. I had over 35 years working prior to retiring from work. I don't intend to start collecting Social Security until my full retirement age. Will I be penalized for all those years between when I stopped working and my full retirement age? Signed: Planning Ahead Dear Planning Ahead: Will you be "penalized?" No, because whenever y...

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