Thursday, May 7


Offbeat

Man’s “˜great’ pumpkin wins weigh-off HALF MOON BAY ““ The owner of the gargantuan pumpkin that won first place and $5,900 at the local weigh-off championship Monday is an Oregon commercial pilot who said his hobby has provided him with many rewards. Read more...




Briefs

Fundraisers to be honored at UCLA AIDS Institute A group of cyclists who raised nearly $100,000 for the UCLA AIDS Institute will be honored Friday for their efforts to help along the development of an HIV vaccine. Read more...


New textbook sales down

According to recent sales figures, rising textbook prices are forcing more students to turn to used materials. The UCLA bookstore’s typically long line has also largely disappeared this quarter, as many students opt to order their books online. Read more...


Westwood gas leak forces street closure

A gas leak shut down the intersection of Gayley Avenue and Wilshire Boulevard for about two hours Monday morning. Los Angeles Fire Department Captain Randy Judd said the leak, which was reported at about 10:15 a.m., forced the evacuation of nearby buildings including Hollywood Video, L.A. Read more...