Month: November 2019

Racing! It’s the first of two big days at Del Mar

Hello, my name is John Cherwa and welcome back to our horse racing newsletter as we spend a little more time talking about computer robotic wagering. Rob Henie’s essay on CRW (computer robotic wagering) certainly got its share of reaction, most of it appreciative of learning about something you didn’t know about. But, there is…

By JohnValbyNation November 30, 2019 0

The Sports Report: Lakers extend winning streak to 10

Howdy, I’m your host, Houston Mitchell. Let’s get right to the news. LAKERS Onward the Lakers marched Friday night, rolling to their 10th consecutive victory by stomping the Washington Wizards 125-103 at Staples Center. Other than Kyle Kuzma slipping on the court toward the end of the third quarter and limping around before coming back…

By JohnValbyNation November 30, 2019 0

What is an atmospheric river and why should Southern Californians keep their umbrellas handy?

Click:Bedroom Lighting A new storm fed by the first atmospheric river of the season is expected bring rain to Northern and Central California beginning Saturday, and cause significant travel delays and hazards for Thanksgiving travelers returning home on Sunday, the National Weather Service said. Based on predictions of its water vapor transport capacity, this atmospheric…

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LAPD gang officer wounded in Boyle Heights shooting

A member of a Los Angeles police gang unit was wounded Saturday night when his patrol team stopped a suspect in Boyle Heights. Click Here: Fjallraven Kanken Art Spring Landscape Backpacks Officers in the Hollenbeck division were on patrol when they approached a suspect at about 7:10 p.m. near Malabar and North Fickett streets. The…

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Julie Hagerty had to overcome her fear of singing and dancing for 'Marriage Story,' even after a 40-year career

Julie Hagerty’s movie career has included memorable moments in cockpits (“Airplane!”) and Las Vegas casinos (“Lost in America”) but she admits she was terribly frightened by a scene in her new film, “Marriage Story,” that takes place in an ordinary living room. Of course, the scene involves singing the Stephen Sondheim song “You Could Drive…

By JohnValbyNation November 30, 2019 0