LA Has Lowest Crime Among Big U.S. Cities, Midyear Figures Show | LA Times

The crime totals were announced by Los Angeles Police Chief Charlie Beck and Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa at a morning news conference. They heralded the continued fall in violent crimes with Beck calling Los Angeles “the safest big city in America.”

More Southland Heat, Some Cooling Centers Extend Hours | KPCC

For people with no air conditioning at home and looking for relief without spending money in a mall or cafe, there were places to go like Asian Youth Center on West Clary Avenue. It’s not far from the San Gabriel Mission - and it’s one of more than 50 centers that L.A. County has designated for anyone to use, especially seniors and others with health issues.

Jerry Brown Signs California Homeowner Protections into Law | Sac Bee

Gov. Jerry Brownon Wednesday signed into law legislation aimed at increasing protections for California homeowners facing the possibility of foreclosure.

Pershing Square Lunchtime Concerts Series Kicks Off | Blogdowntown

The Lunchtime Concert series will take place every Wednesday at noon and will run until August 15.