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All that glitters: As elder abuse rates soar, some fell for phony jewel scam

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January 1, 2018

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All that glitters: As elder abuse rates soar, some fell for phony jewel scam

Saturday, Dec 30

When Marshall Fields first called Judy Cunningham, she rejected his investment proposals and hung up. But he persisted, and the Rancho Santa Fe widow eventually paid him about $250,000 for what were supposed to be precious jewels.

Fire department notified to inspect Barrio Logan gym before platform collapse

The fire department was notified in July — months before a platform collapsed, injuring dozens of children —  that Vault PK needed to be inspected. The inspection did not happen.

Fraud hotline tip exposes waste in public transit discounts for city employees

Review found gaps in the program's internal controls and mistakes that cost taxpayers tens of thousands of dollars.

Torrey Pines foundation sells VIP graduation packages for $5,000

Those who can afford them have it made in the shade on the big day.

As sexual misconduct case deepens, accusers worry deputy is being protected

As a sexual-misconduct case deepens within the San Diego Sheriff's Department -- a 10th women has come forward with a legal claim against the county -- three alleged victims are raising questions about why the accused lawman has not been arrested.

'Reasonable rates' is stricken from CPUC mission statement

The California Public Utilities Commission has amended its long-standing mission statement to edit out the mandate that it ensure consumers pay reasonable rates for the water and power they use.

LAPD captain probed for possible ties to marijuana warehouse

A Los Angeles police captain is on paid leave as the department investigates whether he is involved with an illegal marijuana warehouse in Sun Valley. The warehouse came to the LAPD's attention on Oct. 31 after someone called to report a burglary there.

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