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ALancaster woman and her boyfriend were convicted Tuesday of torturing and murdering the woman's 10-year-old son, who died in 2018.

Wrapping up a non-jury trial, Los Angeles Superior Court Judge Sam Ohta found Heather Maxine Barron, 33, and Kareem Ernesto Leiva, 37, guilty of first-degree murder and torture for Anthony Avalos' June 21, 2018, death.

The judge also found true the special circumstance allegation of murder involving the infliction of torture of Anthony.

The two were also convicted of two counts of child abuse involving the boy's half-siblings, identified in court as "Destiny O." and "Rafael O," although the judge rejected an enhancement of great bodily injury against Leiva involving Rafael.

Reading from a 52-page ruling during the 1 1/2-hour

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Mother, boyfriend convicted in torture-killing of Anthony Avalos

By City News Service

hearing, the judge rejected the defendants' claims that Anthony had been injured after throwing himself to the ground and said that their statements were intended to "deceive authorities" about what had actually happened to the boy.

The judge said testimony during the trial from two of Anthony's half-siblings and one of Leiva's daughters — who said they witnessed Leiva repeatedly dropping Anthony on the bedroom floor — showed that Barron and Leiva "worked together to abuse Anthony." He said the boy died from severe dehydration and blunt force trauma to the head and said the 10-year-old was "helpless to protect himself" from his mother and her boyfriend.

Barron waited to call 911 for help for Anthony until he was "literally deceased," the judge said, saying that subsequent statements by Barron and Leiva were part

of a coordinated effort to cover up their liability for the boy's death.

One of Leiva's attorneys, Daniel Nardoni, said after the verdict that the defense team had hoped for a conviction on the lesser charge of second-degree murder and that he was "somewhat disappointed that the special circumstance was found to be true." He said he expects the defense to file a notice of appeal on Leiva's behalf.

Leiva and Barron face a maximum of life in prison without the possibility of parole when they are sentenced on April 25.

Over Deputy District Attorney Jonathan Hatami's objection, the Los Angeles County District Attorney's Office had dropped its bid for the death penalty against the two after the election of District Attorney George Gascón, who issued a directive that "a sentence of death is never an appropri-

ate resolution in any case."

The prosecutor told reporters that he had refused to comply with an order by Gascón to remove the special circumstance allegation, which would

have resulted in a 25-yearto-life sentence in which the two defendants could have eventually been eligible for parole.

"George Gascón refused to meet with the family. He refused to meet with me. He refused to listen to any of the evidence. What kind of a

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LA County looks to raise awareness of gun violence restraining orders

City News Service

Calling it an effective law that is underutilized locally, the Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors Tuesday directed its staff to develop a public awareness campaign about the state's red flag law allowing weapons to be seized from people deemed to be a danger of harming them-

selves or others.

The 2016 law allows certain people -- including police, family members, domestic partners, housemates and school officials -- to petition a court for a Gun Violence Restraining Order. Such an order mandates that the subject

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of the petition who is deemed a threat to themselves or others be stripped of firearms and ammunition for up to five years.

The law also prohibits anyone subject to a GVRO from purchasing weapons and ammunition, including those who do not currently

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March 10

ArtNight Pasadena

Pasadena | March 10 | cityofpasadena.net/artnight

In partnership with the City of Pasadena, different museums, galleries and other cultural institutions in the city open their doors for a night of free art, music and entertainment. There will also be food trucks and interactive activities at select locations.

March 11

Pasadena Festival Of Women Authors

Pasadena Hilton | 168 S. Los Robles Ave., Pasadena, CA 91101 | March 11 | pasadenaliteraryalliance.org

This year’s festival will feature Karen Joy Fowler (“Booth”), Tess Gunty (“The Rabbit Hutch”), Lan Samantha Chang (“The Family Chao”), Nikki Erlick (“The Measure”), Jean Hanff Korelitz (“The Latecomer”), Dolen Perkins-Valdez (“Take My Hand”), Tara Stringfellow (“Memphis”), and Belinda Huijuan Tang (“A Map for the Missing”). Authors will discuss their individual journeys, sign books and answer questions.

March 12

Free Second Sunday

At PAM

USC Pacific Asia Museum | 46 N. Los Robles Ave., Pasadena, CA 91101 | March 12 | calendar.usc.edu

In celebration of Women’s History Month, USC PAM invites visitors to “Create a mixed media self-portrait inspired by artist Hung Lui, listen to stories of impactful female artists in the ‘Crossroads’ gallery, and explore the special exhibition ‘Global Asias: Contemporary Asian & Asian American Art.’”

March 13

LA Theatre Week

LA County, OC, and IE theaters | March 13-26 | theatreweek.com

With tickets to more than 75 productions starting at just $20, audiences will be able to experience high-caliber shows at prices that democratize access to the best of LA culture.Participating shows and performing arts organizations include musicals such as “1776” (Ahmanson Theatre), “Hairspray” (Dolby Theatre c/o Broadway in Hollywood, Segerstrom), “Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat” (La Mirada Theatre), “Chicago” (Segerstrom), the new production of “The Secret Garden” (Ahmanson Theatre), “Spring Awakening” (East West Players), and the “World Premiere of A Transparent Musical” (Mark Taper Forum).

March 14

Los Ramos Santos : The Holy Bouquet & Friends Show

Upright Citizens Brigade Theatre | 5919 Franklin Ave. Los Angeles, CA 90028 | March 14 | eventbrite.com

This night of stand-up comedy co-hosted by Carlos Santos (Netflix’s “Gentefied” and Hulu’s “The Valet”) and Francisco Ramos (HBO’s “Entre Nos” and Showtime’s “Shameless”) will also feature comedians Sasha Merci and JC Currais.

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Trial of ‘Rust’ script supervisor's case delayed until 2024

By City News Service

Senate committee OKs Garcetti nomination to become India ambassador

By City News Service

In part to protect Alec Baldwin's right against self-incrimination in the criminal case stemming from the fatal accidental shooting of cinematographer Halyna Hutchins on the set of the film "Rust" in 2021, a judge has delayed trial of the movie's script supervisor's civil lawsuit against the actor from May until early 2024.

Los Angeles Superior Court Judge Michael E. Whitaker signed an order Tuesday rescheduling the start of trial of plaintiff Mamie Mitchell's case from May 17 to Feb. 21, 2024. Mitchell's suit, originally filed in November 2021, names multiple defendants in addition to Baldwin. She alleges she suffered physical and emotional damages.

Mitchell was standing adjacent to Hutchins, 42, when the cinematographer was killed Oct. 21, 2021, while Baldwin, a producer and star of "Rust," was helping to prepare camera angles for a scene on the film's set near Santa Fe, New Mexico. Baldwin fired a prop gun that was supposed to contain only blank rounds, but instead discharged a lead bullet that struck Hutchins in the chest, then lodged in the shoulder of director Joel Souza, now 49.

Baldwin, 64, and 25-yearold armorer Hannah Guttierez-Reed are charged with involuntary manslaughter in New Mexico. Baldwin's lawyers had previously filed a motion stating that the actor's Fifth Amendment rights would be jeopardized in the criminal case if plain-

tiff Mitchell's lawsuit is not stayed pending the outcome of the criminal proceedings.

"The bottom line is that Baldwin has a constitutional right not to testify against himself," Baldwin's lawyers argue in their court papers. "But unless this action is stayed, his lawful exercise of his constitutional rights will severely prejudice him."

Whitaker's order reflects an agreement among the parties presented to the judge that states that delaying the start of trial is in the best interests of everyone, not only because of Baldwin's self-incrimination concerns but also due to the need of the litigants to complete depositions of parties and third-party witnesses as well as to engage in "good-faith settlement negotiations."

The Senate Foreign Relations Committee

Wednesday approved former Los Angeles Mayor Eric Garcetti's nomination to be U.S. ambassador to India, sending the issue to the full Senate.

It was unclear when — or if — the full Senate will consider the nomination, which has been stalled over the past year due to lingering allegations that Garcetti ignored accusations of assault and sexual harassment against a former top aide.

According to reports out of Washington, the nomination was advanced by the committee on a 13-8 vote, with two Republicans joining Democrats voting in favor.

The committee previously approved Garcetti's nomination in January of last year, but it ran into snags over the harassment allegations involving former Garcetti senior adviser Rick Jacobs.

President Joe Biden originally nominated Garcetti for the post on July 9, 2021. After it stalled, Biden re-nominated him in January.

An investigation requested by Sen. Chuck Grassley, R-Iowa, last year concluded that it was "more probable than not" that Jacobs "sexually harassed multiple individuals and made racist comments towards others." It also found it "extremely unlikely" that Garcetti was unaware of the behavior, saying that "by all accounts, Mayor Garcetti is very involved in the day-today operation of his office."

The White House blasted the report, saying in a statement, "This partisan report was a hit job from the beginning, and many of the claims have already been conclusively debunked by more serious independent reports. The president has confidence in Mayor Garcetti and believes he will be an excellent representative in India at a critical moment and calls for the Senate to swiftly confirm him."

Garcetti has repeatedly denied any knowledge of alleged harassing behavior by Jacobs. Following the report's release, he said in a statement that he "strongly"

disagreed with its conclusions.

His Chief Communications Officer Dae Levine said: "No new facts were uncovered in this report, and Mayor Garcetti strongly reaffirms the simple truth that he never witnessed or was made aware of sexual harassment. The opinion reached in the report does not reflect the truth about the experiences of so many people who have testified under oath and spoken candidly to the senator's office. It is based solely on false, repackaged allegations that have been proven false by multiple unbiased investigations and reviews."

Jacobs was accused of harassment in a 2020 lawsuit filed by Los Angeles Police Department Officer Matthew Garza, who claims Garcetti witnessed the misconduct but turned a blind eye to it.

Garcetti's former communications director, Naomi Seligman, also claimed she was forcibly kissed by Jacobs and that Garcetti knew about Jacobs' alleged pattern of harassment.

Alec Baldwin in 2014. | Photo courtesy of rep.louiseslaughter/Flickr (CC BY 2.0)

Former Los Angeles Mayor Eric Garcetti. | Photo courtesy of the Office of Los Angeles Mayor Eric Garcetti

Los Angeles Pasadena

Sons of Pasadena man fatally shot by deputies in Altadena sue LA County

The sons of a man who was fatally shot by sheriff's deputies after he stabbed an elderly woman sued Los Angeles County and two sheriff's deputies Monday for wrongful death, alleging in federal court that the use of deadly force was "excessive and unreasonable." According to the complaint, Charles Towns, 47, of Pasadena was having a mental health episode around 5:15 p.m. on Jan. 22 when multiple Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department deputies responded to the area of Woodbury Road and Fair Oaks Avenue in Altadena for a report of a male threatening people with a metal object. The lawsuit, filed on behalf of Carlos Towns and his 17-year-old brother, contends that deputies watched as Towns walked into a residential area toward unsuspecting civilians.

Glendale

Teacher from Glendale accused of sexually assaulting student

A Pasadena middle-school history teacher suspected of molesting a girl was arrested Thursday. Detectives arrested 34-year-old Michael Medina of Glendale on the campus of McKinley School on South Oak Knoll Avenue, police said. Medina was booked for multiple lewd and lascivious acts with a minor, police said.

During the investigation, Pasadena Police Department detectives discovered evidence of child pornography and other proof that Medina sexually assaulted the 14-year-old student, Lt. Keith Gomez said in a statement. Detectives conducted interviews, examined digital evidence, and executed search warrants at two locations, according to Gomez. Medina was released on bond.

Burbank

Actor Tom Sizemore dies at 61 at Burbank hospital after brain aneurysm

Actor Tom Sizemore was being remembered as extremely talented -- and sometimes troubled -- following his death 13 days after suffering a brain aneurysm. He was 61. Sizemore "passed away peacefully in his sleep" Friday at Providence Saint Joseph Medical Center in Burbank with his brother Paul and 17-year-old twin sons Jayden and Jagger at his side, his manager Charles Lago said in a statement. Known for his roles in such films as "Saving Private Ryan," "Born on the Fourth of July" and "Black Hawk Down," the Detroit native also struggled with addiction and legal woes..

Long Beach

LBPD: Police shoot man who was stabbing another man at strip mall

A man who allegedly was stabbing another man at a strip mall in Long Beach was shot and wounded by a police officer, authorities said Monday. Police were

sent to the 5200 block of Atlantic Avenue at about 6:50 p.m. Sunday on a report of a stabbing in progress, according to the Long Beach Police Department. "Preliminary investigation revealed the suspect stabbed the victim multiple times," according to an LBPD statement. "As the officer arrived on scene, the suspect was stabbing the victim.” The officer was not injured, police said.

Orange County

Orange County

OC man who assaulted Indio cop, led authorities on chase bound for prison

A 33-year-old Orange County man who hit an Indio police officer with his pickup and led law enforcement on a brief chase near the Coachella Music & Arts Festival was bound for state prison Monday to serve a four-year sentence. Michael Anthony Berber of Fountain Valley pleaded guilty in January to assault with a deadly weapon on a peace officer and resisting arrest. In exchange for his admission, the Riverside County District Attorney's Office dropped two related charges against the defendant. During a hearing at the Riverside Hall of Justice Friday, Superior Court Judge Timothy Hollenhorst certified the terms of the plea deal and imposed the sentence stipulated by the prosecution and defense. Hollenhorst has since signed the orders authorizing the transfer of Berber

from the Robert Presley Jail in Riverside to the state penitentiary.

Anaheim

Florida Gov. DeSantis headlines OC Republican Party fundraiser near Disneyland

Orange County Republicans turned out Sunday evening to hear Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis speak at a local fundraiser across the street from Disneyland, six days after he signed a bill stripping the entertainment giant of its self-governance over the area encompassing its Florida properties. "The Republican Party of Orange County is incredibly honored that Gov. DeSantis chose to headline our annual fundraising event," Orange County Republican Party Chairman Fred Whitaker said. "It was sold out in no time with 900 people and over $740,000 raised so far. It shows the tremendous interest in the governor's successful leadership model for his state and the nation." DeSantis held a 45-minute Q&A with a college classmate from Yale, Michael McClellan, in which he explained how Florida navigated the COVID-19 crisis and how he has tried to deal with so-called "woke" policies of corporations, among other issues, Whitaker told City News Service.

Riverside

Riverside County

Man arrested in 2022 crash that killed 3 people in Riverside County

A 24-year-old man was arrested in connection with a traffic collision that killed three people last year in Palm Desert, authorities said Saturday. Ricardo Meza of Palm Desert was arrested on suspicion of three counts of homicide after a monthlong investigation into the two-vehicle collision on Dec. 28. On that day, deputies from the Riverside County Sheriff's Department's Palm Desert station say they witnessed a 2021 Honda Accord traveling westbound on Fred Waring Drive at a high rate of speed at the intersection of Monterey Avenue at 7:13 p.m.

Riverside

Riverside man arrested for alleged fentanyl, counterfeit bills possession

A 29-year-old man suspected of possessing counterfeit bills and fentanyl was taken into custody in Cabazon, authorities said Saturday. Deputies from the Riverside County Sheriff's Department's Cabazon station responded to a call in the 49000 block of Seminole Drive on Thursday night about a person suspected of passing counterfeit bills. The suspect fled the scene in a blue Mazda, according to the department. Lennox Lupeli of Riverside had a warrant for his arrest and was found in possession of "several hundred dollars in counterfeit bills, along with suspected fentanyl," according to sheriff's Sgt. Phillip Pike

Corona

Two women die in wrong-way crash on 91 Freeway in Corona

Two women are dead following a wrong-way crash on the Riverside (91) Freeway in Corona, the California Highway Patrol said Monday. The fatal collision happened shortly before 4 a.m. Sunday on the eastbound 91, just east of Interstate 15, according to the CHP. "The driver of a 2019 Honda Accord entered the freeway traveling westbound in eastbound lanes at a high rate of speed," Officer Javier Navarro told City News Service. Navarro said the motorist, identified only as a 24-year-old Riversidearea woman, steered her Honda into the HOV lane, in Riverside, heading toward Corona.

San Bernardino

San Bernardino County

San Bernardino County hosts Needles Community Resource Fair

Residents of the Tri-State area were able to access various resources from county, state, and local organizations at Needles Community Resource Fair last Wednesday at the El Garces Historic Train Depot located at 950 Front St. It was the first time in nearly 20 years

that San Bernardino County has deployed this number of agencies to one location in the Needles area. Participating county departments included Assessor/Recorder/County Clerk, Behavioral Health, Public Defender, Transitional Assistance Department, Veterans Affairs and Workforce Development.

San Bernardino

Code Enforcement Division office now open in San Bernardino

The Howard M. Rowe Branch Library in San Bernardino is once again open as contractors completed upgrades to the building. Rowe Library, located at 108 E. Marshall Blvd., was closed in January to allow crews to improve the public restrooms at the location. The library reopened on Monday, March 6, and has resumed its normal operating hours and community programs. All San Bernardino Public Libraries are open Mondays and Tuesdays from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m., and Wednesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. San Bernardino libraries are closed on Fridays and Sundays. The Paul Villasenor Branch Library is currently closed for renovations.

Ontario

Man who led Ontario PD on violent, high-speed chase featuring gunfire held in jail

A 44-year-old Los Angeles man remained jailed in Riverside Saturday after allegedly carjacking a vehicle in Corona and firing multiple shots at authorities during a dangerous pursuit that spanned three counties and ended with his arrest in Harbor City. The incident began shortly before 3 p.m. Friday, when Corona police were contacted by the Ontario Police Department to assist with locating a vehicle believed to have been involved in a hit-and-run incident in Chino, according to the Corona PD. With the assistance of helicopters from the Ontario and Riverside police departments, the suspect's vehicle was located a short time later at a Shell gas station parking lot at 1550 E. Ontario Ave. in Corona.

M onrovia

February 23

At 12:23 a.m., an officer was patrolling the area of Alta Vista and Colorado when they saw a vehicle speed by. The officers attempted a traffic stop, but the driver refused to stop. The vehicle slowed down and allow the passenger to exit the vehicle. The vehicle continued and the pursuit was canceled. The passenger was detained and advised that the driver was suffering from mental health. The driver and vehicle were entered into the system as endangered. This investigation is continuing.

February 24

At 5:27 a.m., officers responded to a business in the 300 block of West Huntington for an alarm call. An investigation revealed that the front doors had been pried open, an office was ransacked, and money was taken. This investigation is continuing.

At 6:21 a.m., a witness reported a vehicle crash in the 1000 block of South Mountain. Officers arrived and checked on the well-being of the occupants. One motorist was transported to a local hospital for their injuries. This investigation is continuing.

At 1:43 p.m., a resident in the 100 block of West Colorado called to report a suspicious person in a parking lot. Officers arrived and located the subject. The subject had a no-bail warrant for his arrest. He was arrested and taken into custody.

February 25

At 12:32 p.m., an employee from a business in the 100 block of West Pomona called to report his business was broken into sometime during the night. This investigation is continuing.

At 1:59 p.m., a caller reported his bicycle was taken from a business in the 100 block of West Foothill. This investigation is continuing.

February 26

At 12:47 a.m., an employee from a business in the 100 block of East Olive reported a female subject outside passed out. Officers arrived and determined the female subject was intoxicated and could not care for herself. She was arrested and

transported to the MPD jail to be held for a sobering period.

At 9:25 a.m., a resident from the 400 block of Linwood called to report his vehicle was taken sometime during the night. This investigation is continuing.

At 3:02 p.m., a victim reported his vehicle was taken while he was inside a business in the 1600 block of South Mountain. This investigation is continuing.

At 8:46 p.m., a caller from the 200 block of West Huntington reported a subject, who had been escorted off the property earlier by MPD, was back again. Officers arrived and the female subject refused to leave. She was arrested and taken into custody.

February 27

At 12:36 a.m., an officer saw a vehicle commit a traffic violation in the area of Myrtle and Cypress. A traffic stop was conducted and the driver was contacted. The driver showed signs and symptoms of intoxication. A DUI investigation ensued and the driver was arrested. He was transported to the MPD jail to one held for a sobering period.

At 11:35 a.m., the reporting party in the 500 block of South Bradoaks called to state that she hadn't received any mail or packages in the last couple of weeks, and she learned that some of her mail had been stolen. This investigation is continuing.

At 2:18 p.m., a caller in the 200 block of West Chestnut to report graffiti on his building.

BLOTTERS

This investigation is continuing.

At 3:41 p.m., officers responded to the 100 block of South Myrtle regarding a male subject who said he wanted to harm himself. Upon arrival officers determined he was a danger to himself and he was transported to a local hospital for a mental health evaluation.

February 28

At 6:40 a.m., an employee from a business in the 700 block of East Huntington called to report that someone broke into the business. Officers arrived and noticed the rear door was locked but had pry marks. Suspects gained entry and once inside, the suspects went into the room where the safe was kept and attempted to pry it. This investigation is continuing.

At 7:06 p.m., an officer responded to the 900 block of West Huntington regarding the theft of property from a room. Employees reported a male subject entered the room and removed property. This investigation is continuing.

At 7:35 p.m., witnesses requested a welfare check for a female subject in the 300 block of South Myrtle. Officers interviewed the subject and determined she was in need of a mental health evaluation. She was transported to a hospital for an evaluation.

March 1

At 4:56 a.m., officers responded to the 200 block of South Violet regarding a possible overdose. MFD responded and transported the subject to the hospital.

At 6:47 p.m., heavy winds took down a large tree and power lines in the 800 block of Norumbega. All residents north of this location were unable to leave or gain access to their homes. A tree removal company arrived and began to work on removing the tree. SoCal Edison arrived and began working on restoring power lines.

Arcadia

February 26

At 8:08 a.m., an officer responded to 24 Hour Fitness, located at 125 N. First Ave., regarding a burglary investigation. The victim discovered someone had cut the lock to the victim’s locker and stolen his duffle bag. The crime occurred between 7:22 p.m. and 8:05 p.m. on Feb. 26.

February 27

At 11:49 a.m., an officer responded to a residence in the 500 block of West Wistaria Avenue regarding a burglary investigation. The victim determined someone had smashed a rear window and ransacked the home, fleeing with jewelry. A neighbor’s surveillance cameras captured a black Lincoln SUV in the area.

At 12:57 p.m., an officer responded to JCPenney, located at 400 S. Baldwin Ave., regarding burglary investigation. Loss prevention witnessed the suspect exit the store with a bag of stolen merchandise amounting to a loss of $318. The suspect, a 26-year-old male transient from Arcadia was arrested and transported to the Arcadia City Jail for booking.

February 28

At 9:56 a.m., an officer responded to Arcadia Donuts, located at 34 Las Tunas Dr., regarding a robbery investigation. The suspect demanded cash from the register and threatened the victims with a simulated handgun but fled empty-handed when the owner refused to comply with the suspect’s demands. The suspect is described as a Black male in his 40s, with an average build, short black hair, and seen wearing a black hooded sweatshirt and carrying a purple backpack.

At 12:04 p.m., an officer responded to a residence in the 200 block of East Forest Avenue regarding a burglary investigation. Sometime between Feb. 24 and 28, someone entered the home by unknown means and stole miscellaneous tools.

March 1

At 2:26 a.m., officers responded to Starbucks, located at 300 E. Huntington Dr., regarding a burglary investigation. The burglary alarm was activated when an unknown suspect threw a rock at the front glass door. The suspect stole a table from the front counter. A review of surveillance footage is pending. Another commercial burglary happened at approximately the same time and similar method of entry to Sesame Grill, a neighboring business. It has not been confirmed if the same suspect committed both burglaries. Sesame Grill stated there was no loss.

At 8:36 a.m., an officer responded to a residence in the 1300 block of South Sixth Avenue regarding a burglary investigation. The victim found the rear

glass door had been shattered and that the suspect fled without any stolen property. The crime occurred sometime during the previous night.

At 8:12 p.m., an officer responded to a residence in the 100 block of West Wistaria Avenue regarding a burglary investigation. The victim stated an unknown suspect broke the rear glass door and ransacked the home. The loss is unknown as of March 7.

March 2

At 10:09 a.m., an officer responded to Hanlin Tea Room, located at 56 E. Duarte Rd., regarding a burglary report. The victim discovered someone had sawed off the handle to the front door of the business with a lock box attached to it. Once they accessed the lockbox, they entered the business and fled with stolen cash.

At 2:30 p.m., an officer responded to Arcadia 210 Self Storage, located at 324 N. Second Ave., regarding a burglary investigation. Sometime between Sep. 1, 2022 and Feb. 19, someone removed the victim’s lock and stole an engraving set.

March 4

At 5:32 p.m., an officer responded to Grocery Outlet, located at 140 E. Live Oak Ave., regarding a robbery investigation. The victim stated the male and female suspects worked in concert to steal various items and when the victim/ store owner confronted them, they threatened the victim and fled in a grey sedan. Both suspects are described as 30 to 40-year-old Hispanic suspects.

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CITY OF SAN GABRIEL - SUMMARY OF ORDINANCE NO. 687

AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SAN GABRIEL, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING TITLE XV, CHAPTER 153 (ZONING) RELATING TO NONCONFORMING, USES, AND LOTS

On September 12, 2022, information and options related to a potential update or amendment to San Gabriel Municipal Code Section 153.420 Nonconforming Uses, Structures, and Lots was presented to the Planning Commission to provide comments. Comments were received and a draft ordinance was provided to the Planning Commission for further consideration and recommendation on November 14, 2022. Following further discussions, the Planning Commission recommended approval to the City Council of the proposed Zone Text Amendment which would amend Chapter 153 of the San Gabriel Municipal Code (SGMC) relating to Nonconforming Uses, Structures, and Lots.

Ordinance No. 687 was approved for introduction and first reading at the City Council Regular Meeting of February 21, 2023. City Council waived the reading of Ordinance No. 687 in full and adopted Ordinance No. 687 by title on March 7, 2023 by a vote of 5-0.

AYES: Councilmember(s)- Chan, Menchaca, Wu, Harrington, Ding NOES, ABSENT, ABSTAIN: Councilmember(s)- None

A copy of the full text of the ordinance is available at the City Clerk Department or by e-mailing cityclerk@sgch.org.

Julie Nguyen, City Clerk

Publosh March 9, 2023

SAN GABRIEL SUN

Probate Notices California law.

NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF: LARRY LAZARO BADAJOS

CASE NO. 23STPB01965

To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the WILL or estate, or both of LARRY LAZARO BADAJOS.

A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by LAUREN M. BADAJOS in the Superior Court of California, County of LOS ANGELES.

THE PETITION FOR PROBATE requests that LAUREN M. BADAJOS be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent.

THE PETITION requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administration of Estates Act. (This authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval. Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action.)

The independent administration authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority.

A HEARING on the petition will be held in this court as follows: 04/12/23 at 8:30AM in Dept. 29 located at 111

N. HILL ST., LOS ANGELES, CA 90012

IF YOU OBJECT to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney.

IF YOU ARE A CREDITOR or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of first issuance of letters to a general personal representative, as defined in section 58(b) of the California Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of a notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code.

Other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in

Dept. 29. located at 111 N. Hill St., Los Angeles, CA 90012.

IF YOU OBJECT to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney.

IF YOU ARE A CREDITOR or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of first issuance of letters to a general personal representative, as defined in section 58(b) of the California Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of a notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code. Other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in California law.

YOU MAY EXAMINE the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a Request for Special Notice (form DE-154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk.

Attorney for petitioner:

MARGARET G. LODISE SBN 137560 SACKS, GLAZIER, FRANKLIN & LODISE LLP 350 S. GRAND AVENUE SUITE 3500 LOS ANGELES, CA 90071 (213) 617 – 2950

MARCH 2, 6, 9, 2023 DUARTE DISPATCH

NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF: STEVE ROLAND BAZINET CASE NO. 23STPB02041

To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the WILL or estate, or both of STEVE ROLAND BAZINET.

YOU MAY EXAMINE the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a Request for Special Notice (form DE-154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk.

Attorney for Petitioner CHRISTINE P. SNAPP - SBN 228378, PATTERSON LAW FIRM, APC 1800 E. IMPERIAL HIGHWAY, SUITE 110 BREA CA 92821 BSC 222935 3/2, 3/6, 3/9/23

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NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF WILLIAM J. KNIGHT

Case No. 22STPB03307

To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of WIL-

LIAM J. KNIGHT

A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by Unity School of Christianity in the Superior Court of California, County of LOS ANGELES.

THE PETITION FOR PROBATE requests that First American Trust, FSB be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent.

THE PETITION requests the decedent’s will and codicils, if any, be admitted to probate. The will and any codicils are available for examination in the file kept by the court.

THE PETITION requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administration of Estates Act. (This authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval. Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action.)

The independent administration authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority.

Notice (form DE-154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk. Attorney for Petitioner D. SCOTT DONNAN - SBN 215011, LAW OFFICES OF DOONAN & DOONAN, INC. 627 W. ALLEN AVENUE, SUITE 200 SAN DIMAS CA 91773 3/2, 3/6, 3/9/23

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AMENDED

NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF:

ELBERT YING-LAI CHUNG

CASE NO. 23STPB01877

To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the WILL or estate, or both of ELBERT YING-LAI CHUNG.

A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by BRIAN CHUNG in the Superior Court of California, County of LOS ANGELES.

THE PETITION FOR PROBATE requests that BRIAN CHUNG be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent.

THE PETITION requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administration of Estates Act. (This authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval. Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action.) The independent administration authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority.

A HEARING on the petition will be held in this court as follows: 04/06/23 at 8:30AM in Dept. 9 located at 111 N. HILL ST., LOS ANGELES, CA 90012

A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by LESLEY BAZINET in the Superior Court of California, County of LOS ANGELES.

THE PETITION FOR PROBATE requests that LESLEY BAZINET be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent.

THE PETITION requests the decedent's WILL and codicils, if any, be admitted to probate. The WILL and any codicils are available for examination in the file kept by the court.

THE PETITION requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administration of Estates Act. (This authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval. Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action.)

The independent administration authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority.

A HEARING on the petition will be held in this court as follows: 04/03/23 at 8:30AM in Dept. 9 located at 111 N. HILL ST., LOS ANGELES, CA 90012

IF YOU OBJECT to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney.

IF YOU ARE A CREDITOR or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of first issuance of letters to a general personal representative, as defined in section 58(b) of the California Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of a notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code. Other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in California law.

YOU MAY EXAMINE the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a Request for Special

held in this court as follows: 04/27/23 at 9:30AM in Dept. 5 located at 111 N. HILL ST., LOS ANGELES, CA 90012

IF YOU OBJECT to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney.

IF YOU ARE A CREDITOR or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of first issuance of letters to a general personal representative, as defined in section 58(b) of the California Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of a notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code. Other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in California law.

YOU MAY EXAMINE the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a Request for Special Notice (form DE-154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk. Attorney for Petitioner VIKRAM BRAR - SBN 162639, LAW OFFICE OF VIKRAM BRAR 700 N. BRAND BLVD., SUITE 970 GLENDALE CA 91203 3/9, 3/13, 3/16/23

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NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF MANUEL L CARREON

Case No. 22STPB06270

SONS: 1. Petitioner Jessica Diane Brown filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Present name a. OF Jessica Diane Brown to Proposed name Jessica Diane Cox 2. THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter shall appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted. Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file a written objection that includes the reason for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing NOTICE OF HEARING a. Date: 03/28/2023 Time: 8:30AM Dept: F49. The address of the court is same as noted above. 3. a. A copy of this Order to Show Cause shall be published at least once each week for four successive weeks prior to the day set for hearing on the petition in the following newspaper of general circulation, printed in this county: Rosemead Reader DATED: January 24, 2023 David B. Gelfound JUDGE OF THE SUPERIOR COURT Pub. February 23, March 2, 9, 16, 2023 ROSEMEAD READER

ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME PETITION OF Chuanfeng Guo and Qi Sun for Eric Yijie Guo FOR CHANGE OF NAME CASE NUMBER: 23STCP00483 Superior Court of California, County of Los Angeles 111 North Hill St, Los Angeles, Ca 90012, Central Judicial District TO ALL INTERESTED

PERSONS: 1. Petitioner Chuanfeng Guo and Qi Sun filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows:

Present name a. OF Eric Yijie Guo to Proposed name Eric Yijie Sun Guo 2. THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter shall appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted. Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file a written objection that includes the reason for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing NOTICE OF HEARING a. Date:

IF YOU OBJECT to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney.

IF YOU ARE A CREDITOR or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of first issuance of letters to a general personal representative, as defined in section 58(b) of the California Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of a notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code. Other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in California law.

YOU MAY EXAMINE the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a Request for Special Notice (form DE-154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk. Attorney for Petitioner MICHELLE A. PHILO - SBN 286464, PHILO LAW FIRM, P.C. PO BOX 16721 IRVINE CA 92623

3/6, 3/9, 3/13/23

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NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF:

EVERINE N. PLOOSTER

CASE NO. 22STPB07054

To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the WILL or estate, or both of EVERINE N. PLOOSTER.

A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by CAROL GILBORN in the Superior Court of California, County of LOS ANGELES. THE PETITION FOR PROBATE requests that CAROL GILBORN be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent.

A HEARING on the petition will be

To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of Manuel A Carreon A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by Victoria Y Gonzalez in the Superior Court of California, County of LOS ANGELES.

THE PETITION FOR PROBATE requests that Victoria Y Gonzalez be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent.

A HEARING on the petition will be held on March 23, 2023 at 8:30 AM in Room 240. located at 111 N. Hill St., Los Angeles, CA 90012.

IF YOU OBJECT to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney.

IF YOU ARE A CREDITOR or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of first issuance of letters to a general personal representative, as defined in section 58(b) of the California Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of a notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code.

Other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in California law.

YOU MAY EXAMINE the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a Request for Special Notice (form DE-154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk.

Petitioner:

VICTORIA Y GONZALEZ 5053 FRATUS DR TEMPLE CITY, CA 91780

626-343 7251

MARCH 9, 13, 16, 2023

TEMPLE CITY TRIBUNE

04/17/2023 Time: 10:00AM Dept: 72. Room: 731 The address of the court is same as noted above. 3. a. A copy of this Order to Show Cause shall be published at least once each week for four successive weeks prior to the day set for hearing on the petition in the following newspaper of general circulation, printed in this county: Arcadia Weekly DATED: February 21, 2023 Curtis A. Kin JUDGE OF THE SUPERIOR COURT Pub. February 23, March 2, 9, 16, 2023 ARCADIA WEEKLY

NOTICE OF PUBLIC SALE: Self-storage unit contents of the following customers containing household and other goods will be sold for cash at www.storagetreasures. com by CubeSmart to satisfy a lien on March 16, 2023 at the approximate times listed below for each CubeSmart facility: 01:00PM –919 S. Lonehill Ave. Glendora, CA 91740: Crystal Bernabe, Robert Bangs 3/2, 3/9/23

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ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME PETITION Joseph Park Salonen FOR CHANGE OF NAME CASE NUMBER: 23SMCP00090 Superior Court of California, County of Los Angeles 1725 Main St, Santa Monica, Ca 90401, West Judicial District TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: 1. Petitioner Joseph Park Salonen filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Present name a). OF Joseph Park Salonen to Proposed name Joseph Park Lee 2. THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter shall appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted. Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file a written objection that includes the reason for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing NOTICE OF HEARING a. Date: 04/28/2023 Time:

8:30AM Dept: K. Room: 203 The address of the court is same as noted above. 3. a. A copy of this Order to Show Cause shall be published at least once each week for four successive weeks prior to the day set for hearing on the petition in the following newspaper of general circulation; (for Resident of this county) printed in this county: Arcadia Weekly DATED: February 23, 2023 Hon. Lawrence Cho JUDGE OF THE SUPERIOR COURT Pub. March 2, 9, 16, 23, 2023 ARCADIA WEEKLY

ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME PETITION OF Ben K. Choeson FOR CHANGE OF NAME CASE NUMBER: 23PSCP00077 Superior Court of California, County of Los Angeles 400 Civic Center Plaza,

Descanso Gardens debuts newly designed gift shop

By Staff

person is that?" said Hatami, who has been an outspoken critic of Gascón.

David Barron — who along with his other sister testified that they had repeatedly notified the county Department of Children and Family Services about the alleged abuse of Anthony and three of his half-siblings — said his nephew will "never get the justice that he actually deserved because of Gascón," saying that the death penalty would have been the closest thing.

Anthony Avalos

each other and watching each other be disciplined.

In his closing argument last month, the prosecutor said the children's prior accounts of abuse had not been believed.

Hatami told the judge that the two defendants are "evil" and "monsters" who should be held accountable for her 10-year-old son's torture and murder.

The prosecutor noted that the defendants "blamed Anthony" for his injuries and that they were both abusive before meeting each other.

She said her client was a victim of a "cycle of abuse" that began with repeated alleged abuse of Barron as a child by her stepfather.

Leiva was in charge of discipline in the house and forced the children to fight each other when they were left in his care when Barron wasn't home, according to Sperber.

Barron's attorney agreed with the prosecutor's assessment that Leiva is "evil."

After months of remodeling, Descanso Gardens in La Cañada Flintridge is set to debut its brand-new gift shop this weekend, the botanical garden announced.

The Store at Descanso will showcase hand-painted murals, garden-themed products created by local artisans and “private label” items that are Descanso Gardens-inspired — pottery, vintage postcards, bags, hats and more.

The newly-designed shop will reopen its doors on Saturday for an invitationonly event that will feature works by local artisans and the re-imagined collection curated by Mark-Alan Harmon, according to a Descanso Gardens statement. Ten of the shop’s artisans will be at the event to discuss their work and wares, which will also be available for purchase. The next day The Store will celebrate its public grand opening when the Gardens open at 9 a.m.

“We see the opening of The Store as an opportunity for residents and visitors alike to support local businesses and experience the unique makers of the region,” Descanso Gardens CEO Juliann Rooke said in a statement. “The Store

will offer a wide variety of artisanal products from cultivated plants and handcrafted items to speciallydesigned art and jewelry. The Store will serve as a showcase for the best that the region has to offer and is a testament to the vibrancy and creativity of the local community.”

Descanso Gardens' statement described the revamped gift shop as having a "focus on highquality, handcrafted goods" and providing "a unique opportunity for visitors to bring home a piece of their visit to Descanso."

The statement also noted the Descanso Gardens' emphasis on artisanal products is a reflection of the increasing demand for sustainable and ethical products.

"By highlighting handmade items made with care and attention to detail, The Store offers an alternative to mass-produced, disposable items," according to the statement. "Visitors can feel good about their purchases, knowing that they are supporting skilled craftspeople and promoting sustainable production practices."

The following local artisans will be featured at the gift shop's opening, and their products will be sold at

The Store:

"José Lemus, who transforms vintage finds into beautiful jewelry featuring insects;

"Clay ca, an artist-run ceramic studio in Los Angeles’ Chinatown that designed and created The Descanso Pot;

"Danyele Thomas’ Misty Jane Jewelry featuring delicate combinations of colorful wires, shapes, beads, and stones.

"Kai and David Oredugba’s Duba Teas which is creating blends available just at Descanso Gardens.

"Laura Ann of Laura Ann Jams uses only the freshest, locally-sourced fruits, herbs, and other local ingredients.

"Photographer Alice Zrodlo, who has spent years chronicling the garden.

"Author Fabiana Badie whose book “Garden Teatime” is a Descanso favorite.

"John Kelly Chocolates whose small chocolate factory in Hollywood has turned into an awardwinning brand."

The Store's “private label” products have the Descanso Gardens logo and artwork by Allison Starcher.

"Internationally-known high-end gift and stationery creator Anna Griffin will also be featured," according to the statement.

In a statement issued by the District Attorney's Office after the judge announced his verdict, Gascón said, "The brutality that was meted out on this young child was unimaginable. No child should endure this kind of violence and torture at the hands of the people who are supposed to love and protect him from harm."

Anthony's biological father, Victor Avalos, told reporters after the hearing, "It's hard to find the correct words to explain how I'm feeling right now. ... Nothing's going to bring him back."

He testified during the trial that he split from Barron when the boy was about six or seven months old and that he only saw him on video chats after moving to Mexico to find a job. He said then that he loved the boy "very much" and still can't believe what he's going through.

Heather Barron's sister, Crystal Diuguid, told reporters after the hearing, "I want everyone to remember Anthony as being loved because he was. We loved him very much. But because the system chose to look the other way, he was put in the hands of the devil."

Two of the boy's halfsiblings — who were called during the prosecution's case — testified last month that they had been forced to undergo punishment, including kneeling on uncooked rice, wrestling

"Together, they were deadly," Hatami told the judge, explaining that Barron was the one who "came up with many of these torture techniques" and that she chose Leiva to act as the enforcer for the discipline used on the boy and two of his half-siblings.

"They're bad, bad, evil people. ... They're nothing short of monsters for what they did," Hatami said.

The prosecutor said there was a "very long list of torture that Anthony suffered at the hands of both defendants," including being hit with belts and cords.

"It wasn't just Leiva doing the abuse," Hatami said. "Heather Barron participated in the torture ... Heather Barron participated in the abuse."

Hatami told the judge that the prosecution believes that Barron had seven children within eight years because she "wanted them for the money" she received in government benefits.

One of Barron's attorneys, Nancy Sperber, contended that her client is a victim of battered woman syndrome, and said Leiva had taken "full and complete responsibility for every act of violence" against Anthony.

"I would submit to the court that Ms. Barron ... she didn't have the power to prevent this. She didn't have the power to say no," Sperber told the judge.

She told the judge that Leiva survived his own attempt to slit his throat because he is "so evil" that the devil didn't even want him.

"He admitted to brutalizing Anthony," she said of his interview with Los Angeles County sheriff's detectives. "He confessed to every single act of violence and torture."

One of Leiva's attorneys, Dan Chambers, said in his closing argument that "this case is one of extreme, unjustified, outof-bounds behavior," but added that it doesn't rise to the level of intent to kill.

He said there is "reasonable doubt" on the issues of intent to kill and what actually caused the boy's death.

He told the judge that the intersection between the testimony of two of Anthony's younger halfsiblings and one of Leiva's daughters — who said they saw Leiva repeatedly dropping Anthony — and the medical evidence "will show reasonable doubt on the issue of intent to kill."

He noted that the children initially denied any knowledge of wrongdoing and said that their accounts have changed dramatically since they first spoke to the police.

"Sometimes kids are just wrong. It's not a matter of lying," he told the judge.

He said the medical testimony indicated that there was a "lack of external head injuries" to Anthony.

Leiva's lawyer said it was a "bunch of crap" to

| Photo courtesy of Descanso Gardens

San Gabriel Valley Habitat for Humanity begins monthlong Women Build event

By City News Service

Stilleto Boy wins Santa Anita Handicap for first Grade 1 victory

By City News Service

Stilleto Boy finished a neck ahead of Proxy to win Saturday's 86th running of the $500,000 Santa Anita Handicap, his first victory in a Grade 1 race on his ninth try. Stilleto Boy broke sharply from the No. 4 post and was a close fourth at the rail in the run to the far turn. Stilleto Boy was third entering the stretch, about two lengths behind favorite Defunded and a half-length behind Hopper, took the lead and held off a late charge from Proxy for the victory.

"I just wanted to let him run out front, but they shut me off and we had to settle back," Hall of Fame jockey Kent Desormeaux said after his third victory in Santa Anita's signature race for older horses. He also won on Best Pal in 1992 and Milwaukee Brew in 2002.

"He wasn't enjoying himself getting hit by dirt, so we moved out and he kept going. At the three and a half, I asked him for his best, but there was nowhere to go. Then at the two and a half, I asked him again and he made the drive. I was yelling at him and pushing him and he gave me everything. I didn't know until two jumps prior to the wire that we were going to get there."

In observance of Women's History Month, San Gabriel Valley Habitat for Humanity will launch the annual Women Build event on Friday and Saturday in Altadena, the organization announced.

Women Build provides opportunities to participate in homebuilding activities throughout March. Volunteers learn new skills, trade inspiration and help construct stronger, safer communities, according to SGV Habitat.

“The Women Build is an SGV Habitat tradition that honors the efforts being done to break down the barriers to homeownership that many women have faced,” SGV Habitat CEO Bryan Wong said in a statement. “We are proud to be expanding this event throughout the month of March this year, allowing even more volunteers to participate as we celebrate this movement that is empowering women and inspiring change.”

Women Build started in 1991 and has sought to bring "women and their allies together to raise funds, recruit their friends and build homes side-by-side with those in need of affordable housing," according to SGV Habitat. "Given these tools, women can create real change in their communities. To date, the Women Build event has helped house families in Glendale, Pasadena, Monterey Park, Baldwin Park, Monrovia, and

throughout the San Gabriel Valley through volunteering, donations, and advocacy."

This year's Women Build event also commemorates the first SGV Habitat house being built in Altadena, according to an SGV Habitat statement. Last year over 100 volunteers helped build a couple of three-bedroom, two-bathroom homes in Pasadena that are now home to two families.

"The goal of Women Build is to celebrate women’s achievements, raise awareness against bias, and take action for equality while providing opportunities for hands-on learning," according to SGV Habitat. "While Women Build focuses on the inclusion of women in the work of building homes, the event does not exclude volunteers of any gender or gender identity."

Groups and individual volunteers can sign up to work on a Women Build shift at https://sgvhabitat. org/get-involved/volunteer/ — no building experience needed, but volunteers must be older than age 16.

Volunteers who lend a hand during the two-day opening weekend receive a Women Build tee-shirt and nail apron, breakfast and lunch, "along with the pride of raising walls and awareness of the challenges women face accessing safe, affordable housing," according SGV Habitat. "For those not comfortable swinging a hammer, there will be

'hospitality volunteer' opportunities as well, so everyone has a chance to get involved."

SGV Habitat also encourages people to donate in honor of an inspiring woman they know or admire. A donation helps the organization "continue the work of helping women, families and neighbors achieve their goals of homeownership and financial stability."

Funds raised support SGV Habitat’s three-year, $28 million Expanding the American Dream Campaign, which is now in its third and final year, according to the organization. Donations can be made online at https://sgvhabitat.org/getinvolved/womenbuild/.

Sponsors for this year's Women Build event are East West Bank, C.W. Driver Companies, Traveler’s Insurance, US Bank and predecessor Union Bank, Stanley Black & Decker, PFAR and Honeybee Robotics to support the event, according to SGV Habitat.

Businesses interested in becoming a sponsor of Women Build can find sponsorship information at https://sgvhabitat. org/wp-content/uploads/ sites/6/2023/01/WomenBuild2023.pdf.

More information on SGV Habitat's 2023 Women Build event is available online — https://sgvhabitat. org/get-involved/womenbuild/ or by calling 626-3876899.

Stilleto Boy, the 13-1 sixth choice in the field of nine older horses after being the 5-1 fourth choice on the morning line, paid $29.80, $11 and $4.40. Proxy, the 3-1 second choice who rallied wide from far back to place, a half-length ahead of Defunded, paid $4.60 and $2.60. Defunded, the 6-5 favorite, paid $2.40 to show. Hopper finished fourth, 1 1/2 lengths behind Defunded.

The $300,000 for the victory increased the 5-year-old gelding's career earnings to $1,711,675 in 21 starts, including four victories, four second-place finishes and eight third-place finishes.

Stilleto Boy was coming off a third-place finish in his last race, the $3 million Grade 1 Pegasus World Cup Invitational on Jan. 28 at Gulfstream Park in Hallandale Beach, Florida, finishing a head behind Defunded, who finished second, one length behind Art Collector.

"Defunded barely beat us that day, so I knew we could beat him because we had beaten him before," Stilleto Boy's trainer Ed Moger Jr.

Volunteers take part in Women Build. | Photo courtesy of SGV Habitat for Humanity

fictitious business name statement expires five years from the date it was filed in the office of the County Clerk. A new fictitious business name statement must be filed prior to that date. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under federal, state or common law (See Section 14400 et seq., Business and Professional Code).

County Clerk of Los Angeles on March 4, 2023. NOTICE: This fictitious business name statement expires five years from the date it was filed in the office of the County Clerk. A new fictitious business name statement must be filed prior to that date. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under federal, state or common law

(See Section 14400 et seq., Business and Professional Code).

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of another under federal, state or common law (See Section 14400 et seq., Business and Professional Code). Pub. Monrovia Weekly 03/09/2023, 03/16/2023, 03/23/2023, 03/30/2023

the use in this state of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under federal, state or common law (See Section 14400 et seq., Business and Professional Code).

Pub. Monrovia Weekly 03/09/2023, 03/16/2023, 03/23/2023, 03/30/2023

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME

STATEMENT FILE NO. 2023049324

NEW FILING.

The following person(s) is (are) doing business as JOURNEYS TO HEAL, 303

N Glenoaks Blvd unit 200, Burbank, CA 91502. Mailing Address, 1818 N Kenwood St, Burbank, CA 91505. This business is conducted by a individual. Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed herein on March

2018. Signed: Kristine Ovsepian, 1818

N Kenwood St, Burbank, CA 91505 (Owner). The statement was filed with the County Clerk of Los Angeles on March 6, 2023. NOTICE: This fictitious business name statement expires five years from the date it was filed in the office of the County Clerk. A new fictitious business name statement must be filed prior to that date. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under federal, state or common law

(See Section 14400 et seq., Business and Professional Code).

Pub. Monrovia Weekly 03/09/2023, 03/16/2023, 03/23/2023, 03/30/2023

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. 2023049334

NEW FILING.

The following person(s) is (are) doing business as TRAMPACIFIC REALTY, 3102 San Gabriel Blvd, Rosemead, CA 91770. Mailing Address, 3107 Gladys Ave, Rosemead, CA 91770. This business is conducted by a corporation. Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed herein. Signed: Trampacific inc (CA-2768679), 3107 Gladys Ave, Rosemead, CA 91770; Paul Tram, President. The statement was filed with the County Clerk of Los Angeles on March 6, 2023. NOTICE: This fictitious business name statement expires five years from the date it was filed in the office of the County Clerk. A new fictitious business name statement must be filed prior to that date. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under federal, state or common law (See Section 14400 et seq., Business and Professional Code). Pub. Monrovia Weekly 03/09/2023, 03/16/2023, 03/23/2023, 03/30/2023

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. 2023046077

NEW FILING.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. 2023048620 NEW FILING. The following person(s) is (are) doing business as CIAO BELLA, 1323 Barry Ave 1, Los Angeles, CA 90025. This business is conducted by a individual. Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed herein on June 2019. Signed: April Lynn Betts, 1323 Barry Ave Apt 1, Los Angeles, CA 90025 (Owner). The statement was filed with the County Clerk of Los Angeles on March 6, 2023. NOTICE: This fictitious business name statement expires five years from the date it was filed in the office of the County Clerk. A new fictitious business name statement must be filed prior to that date. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under federal, state or common law (See Section 14400 et seq., Business and Professional Code).

Pub. Monrovia Weekly 03/09/2023, 03/16/2023, 03/23/2023, 03/30/2023

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. 2023 020975 NEW FILING.

The following person(s) is (are) doing business as CITY POOL AND SPA CONSTRUCTION, 5026 Fiesta Ave, Temple City, CA 91780. This business is conducted by a individual. Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed herein on January 2023. Signed: Johnny Yang, 5026 Fiesta Ave, Temple City, CA 91780 (Owner). The statement was filed with the County Clerk of Los Angeles on January 28, 2023.

NOTICE: This fictitious business name statement expires five years from the date it was filed in the office of the County Clerk. A new fictitious business name statement must be filed prior to that date. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under federal, state or common law (See Section 14400 et seq., Business and Professional Code).

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FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. 2023047579 NEW FILING.

The following person(s) is (are) doing business as MAECENAS HUMAN RESOURCES CONSULTING, 631 N Orange Avenue, La Puente, CA 91744. This business is conducted by a individual. Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed herein on February 2023. Signed: Sandra Alvarado, 631 N Orange Avenue, La Puente, CA 91744 (Owner). The statement was filed with the County Clerk of Los Angeles on March 3, 2023. NOTICE: This fictitious business name statement expires five years from the date it was filed in the office of the County Clerk. A new fictitious business name statement must be filed prior to that date. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under federal, state or common law (See Section 14400 et seq., Business and Professional Code).

Pub. Monrovia Weekly 03/09/2023, 03/16/2023, 03/23/2023, 03/30/2023 FICTITIOUS

The following person(s) is (are) doing business as JACQUIE SIMONE, 7753 Hillrose St, TUJUNGA, CA 91042. This business is conducted by a corporation. Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed herein on January 2023. Signed: SPIRIT SHANGRI-LA (CA-4850515), 7753 Hillrose St, Tujunga, CA 91042; Jacklin Simanian-Solaimanian, CEO. The statement was filed with the County Clerk of Los Angeles on January 21, 2023. NOTICE: This fictitious business name statement expires five years from the date it was filed in the office of the County Clerk. A new fictitious business name statement must be filed prior to that date. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under federal, state or common law (See Section 14400 et seq., Business and Professional Code).

Express Cuts LLC (CA-202002210556), 1052 La Presa Ave, Rosemead, CA 91770; Yvette Rivera -Serrano, CEO. The statement was filed with the County Clerk of Los Angeles on February 28, 2023. NOTICE: This fictitious business name statement expires five years from the date it was filed in the office of the County Clerk. A new fictitious business name statement must be filed prior to that date. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under federal, state or common law (See Section 14400 et seq., Business and Professional Code).

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FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. 2023046351 NEW FILING. The following person(s) is (are) doing business as WORN BY GAIA, 1983 Maine Ave, Long Beach, CA 90806. This business is conducted by a individual. Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed herein on February 2023.

Signed: Emily Wanous, 1983 Maine Ave, Long Beach, CA 90806 (Owner). The statement was filed with the County Clerk of Los Angeles on March 2, 2023. NOTICE: This fictitious business name statement expires five years from the date it was filed in the office of the County Clerk. A new fictitious business name statement must be filed prior to that date. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under federal, state or common law (See Section 14400 et seq., Business and Professional Code).

Pub. Monrovia Weekly 03/09/2023, 03/16/2023, 03/23/2023, 03/30/2023

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. 2023042337 NEW FILING.

The following person(s) is (are) doing business as (1). CATALYST CARES (2). CATALYST – CARES , 401 Pine Ave, Long Beach, CA 90802. This business is conducted by a limited liability company (llc). Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed herein on February 2023.

Signed: SOUTH CORD MANAGEMENT, LLC (CA-201833210394), 401 Pine Ave, Long Beach, CA 90802; ELLIOT LEWIS, MANAGING MEMBER. The statement was filed with the County Clerk of Los Angeles on February 24, 2023. NOTICE: This fictitious business name statement expires five years from the date it was filed in the office of the County Clerk. A new fictitious business name statement must be filed prior to that date. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. 2023015579 NEW FILING. The following person(s) is (are) doing business as QWERTY’S WRLD, 1140 Commerce Center Dr STE L8,9, Lancaster, CA 93534. This business is conducted by a limited liability company (llc). Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed herein. Signed: Qwerty’s Wrld LLC (CA-202252311713), 2010 West Avenue K #805, Lancaster, CA 93536; Salma Dominguez, Member. The statement was filed with the County Clerk of Los Angeles on January 23, 2023. NOTICE: This fictitious business name statement expires five years from the date it was filed in the office of the County Clerk. A new fictitious business name statement must be filed prior to that date. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under federal, state or common law

(See Section 14400 et seq., Business and Professional Code).

Pub. Monrovia Weekly 03/09/2023, 03/16/2023, 03/23/2023, 03/30/2023

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. 2023032220

NEW FILING.

The following person(s) is (are) doing business as (1). POP CAUTIOUS RECORDS (2). POP CAUTIOUS , 3500 W Olive Ave STE300, Burbank, CA 91505. This business is conducted by a individual. Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed herein on February 2015. Signed: William Tyler Porterfield, 3686 Barham Blvd H205, Los Angeles, CA 90068 (Owner). The statement was filed with the County Clerk of Los Angeles on February 10, 2023. NOTICE: This fictitious business name statement expires five years from the date it was filed in the office of the County Clerk. A new fictitious business name statement must be filed prior to that date. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under federal, state or common law

(See Section 14400 et seq., Business and Professional Code).

Pub. Monrovia Weekly 03/09/2023, 03/16/2023, 03/23/2023, 03/30/2023

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. 2023043582

NEW FILING.

The following person(s) is (are) doing business as GAIA REGENERATIVE SYSTEMS, 122A E Foothill Blvd #423, Arcadia, CA 91006. This business is conducted by a individual. Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed herein on February 2023.

Signed: Tyler S. Forester, 122A E. Foothill Blvd #423, Arcadia, CA 91006 (Owner). The statement was filed with the County Clerk of Los Angeles on February 28, 2023. NOTICE: This fictitious business name statement expires five years from the date it was filed in the office of the County Clerk. A new fictitious business name statement must be filed prior to that date. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under federal, state or common law

(See Section 14400 et seq., Business and Professional Code).

Pub. Monrovia Weekly 03/09/2023, 03/16/2023, 03/23/2023, 03/30/2023

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME

STATEMENT FILE NO. 2023050181

NEW FILING.

The following person(s) is (are) doing business as CORE ELEMENTAL, 8831 Nogal

Monterey Park City Notices

City of Monterey Park

Engineering Division

320 West Newmark Avenue Monterey Park, CA 91754

Tel. No: (626) 307-1320

Fax: (626) 307-2500

NOTICE INVITING BIDS 2023 SLURRY SEAL PROJECT SPEC. NO. 2023-002

Contract Time: 40 working days from the date of issuance of “Notice to Proceed”; Liquidated Damages: $1,000 per working day.

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

The project consists of the application of asphalt emulsion slurry seal type II on various streets, reconstruction of localized asphalt repairs, installation of traffic striping and all related work as per plans and specifications. Prevailing wages required. A 10% Bidder’s Bond is required with bid. Prevailing wages required. Successful contractor will be required to provide: (1) Liability insurance with City of Monterey Park with additional insured endorsement; (2) Proof of workers’ compensation insurance coverage; (3) 100% Faithful Performance; (4) 100% Labor and Material Bond; and (5) DIR registration. Bid Package is available to download for a fee from QuestCDN; link on the City’s website www.montereypark.ca.gov/444/Bids-Proposals. Bid Package Cost: $22.00.

Bid Due Date and Time: Bids will be received via the online electronic bid service, Quest Construction Data Network (QuestCDN), www.questcdn.com, QuestCDN Project #8403165 until 11:00 AM, Thursday, March 16, 2023.

Questions? Please call: Vivian Chen, Civil Engineering Associate at (626)307-1320.

Publish March 2 & 9, 2023

MONTEREY PARK PRESS

City of Monterey Park Engineering Division

320 West Newmark Avenue Monterey Park, CA 91754

Tel. No: (626) 307-1320

Fax: (626) 307-2500

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

The project consists of Traffic Signal Modifications at intersections along Garfield Avenue and related work. Prevailing wages required. A 10% Bidder’s Bond is required with bid. This is a federally funded project. Federal Labor Standards Provisions, including prevailing wage requirements of the Davis-Bacon and Related Acts will be enforced. Where the State and Federal wage rates are applicable, the higher of the two will be used. This project is subject to Federal Funding Requirements and has a DBE Goal of 11%. Successful contractor will be required to provide: (1) Liability insurance with City of Monterey Park with additional insured endorsement; (2) Proof of workers’ compensation insurance coverage; (3) 100% Faithful Performance; (4) 100% Labor and Material Bond; and (5) DIR registration. Plans are available to download for a fee from QuestCDN; link on the City’s website www.montereypark.ca.gov/444/Bids-Proposals. Bid Package Cost: $22.00.

Bid Due Date and Time: Bids will be received via the online electronic bid service, Quest Construction Data Network (QuestCDN), www.questcdn.com, QuestCDN Project #8413994 until 11:00 AM, Thursday, March 23, 2023.

Questions? Please call: Anthony Bendezu, Contract Project Manager at (626) 307-1320.

Publish March 2 & 9, 2023

MONTEREY PARK PRESS

Pasadena City Notices

CITY OF PASADENA Notice Inviting Bids For

Multi-Sensor HD Thermal Imaging Camera and Helicopter Installation

1.Summary

Notice is hereby given that the City of Pasadena is calling for sealed bids for the Police Department and will receive sealed bids prior to but not later than 2:00 pm, Monday, March 20, 2023 and will electronically unseal and make them available online (https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/pasadena) for this solicitation named “Multi-Sensor HD Thermal Imaging Camera and Helicopter Installation” Project ID: 2023-IFB-LM-152.

Submittal Instructions

NOTICE INVITING BIDS

2022-23 STREET REHABILITATION AT VARIOUS LOCATIONS

SPEC. NO. 2022-017

Contract Time: 80 Working Days; Liquidated Damages: $1,000 per working day.

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

The project consists of the application of Asphalt Rubber Hot Mix and AC Overlay on various City streets and related work. Prevailing wages required. A 10% Bidder’s Bond is required with bid. Successful contractor will be required to provide: (1) Liability insurance with City of Monterey Park as addition insured endorsement; (2) Proof of workers’ compensation insurance coverage; (3) 100% Faithful Performance, (4) 100% Labor and Material Bond, and (5) DIR Registration.

Plans are available to download for a fee from QuestCDN; link on the City’s website www.montereypark.ca.gov/444/Bids-Proposals. Bid Package Cost: $22.00.

Bid Due Date and Time: Bids will be received via the online electronic bid service, Quest Construction Data Network (QuestCDN), www.questcdn.com, until 11:00 AM, Tuesday, March 28, 2023.

Questions? Please call: Anthony Bendezu, Contract Project Manager at (626) 307-1283.

Publish March 2 & 9, 2023

MONTEREY PARK PRESS

City of Monterey Park

Engineering Division

320 West Newmark Avenue Monterey Park, CA 91754

Tel. No: (626) 307-1320

Fax: (626) 307-2500

NOTICE INVITING BIDS

GARFIELD AVENUE TRAFFIC SIGNAL IMPROVEMENTS HSIP CYCLE 9; HSIPL-5231(018) SPEC. NO. 2022-016

Contract Time: 120 working days from the date of issuance of “Notice to Proceed” or 40 working days from the date the materials are received (whichever occurs earlier); Liquidated Damages: $1,000 per working day.

Bids will be received via the City’s eProcurement Portal. A bid received after the time set for the bid opening shall not be considered. Bidders are required to submit (upload) all items listed in the #Bidder’s Submittals/Checklist. Addenda shall be acknowledged via the City’s eProcurement Portal. Bids will be received prior to 2:00 pm on Monday, March 20, 2023 and will be opened online at that time. Copies of the Specifications and all required forms may be obtained for this solicitation online: https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/ pasadena/projects/39068

Refer to the Specifications for complete details and bidding requirements. The Specification and this Notice shall be considered a part of any contract made pursuant thereunder.

All bid pricing must be entered into the City’s eProcurement Portal or the bid may be considered informal and deemed non-responsive, do not use a separate document attachment to represent your pricing. All required attachments must be completed and uploaded electronically into City’s eProcurement Portal prior to the set bid date and time in this Notice Inviting Bids.

The Pasadena (CA) Police Department Air Operations Section is requesting bids from qualified vendors for the purchase of and installation of a Hi-Def, multi-sensor thermal imaging camera. The installation will be for one Bell OH-58 police helicopter used for law enforcement and other public safety missions. The intent of this upgrade is to ensure the standardization of equipment across the Air Operations’ fleet, providing an overall aircraft configuration that matches mission needs while improving safety.

2.Background

The Pasadena Air Operations Section conducts law enforcement and other public safety missions for multiple agencies and jurisdictions. This includes the Foothill Air Support Team, a long standing regional operation that currently consists of 10 cities. The helicopter fleet consists of three Bell OH-58’s, one Bell 206-BIII, and one MD500E. Air Operations personnel have been utilizing IR thermal imaging cameras to support their missions for over 25 years. To enhance safety and improve overall operations, the Air Operations section is seeking to standardize its most effective piece of equipment on the helicopter, the Hi-Def thermal imaging camera system.

Release Dated: Thursday, March 9, 2023

MIGUEL MÁRQUEZ

City Manager Publish

CITY OF PASADENA Notice Inviting Bids For Portable Vehicle Barrier System

1.Summary

Notice is hereby given that the City of Pasadena is calling for sealed bids for the Police Department and will receive sealed bids prior to but not later than 12:00 pm, Thursday, March 30, 2023 and will electronically unseal and make them available online (https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/pasadena) for this solicitation named “Portable Vehicle Barrier System” Project ID: 2023-IFB-MS-144.

Submittal Instructions

Bids will be received via the City’s eProcurement Portal. A bid received after the time set for the bid opening shall not be considered. Bidders are required to submit (upload) all items listed in the #Bidder’s Submittals/Checklist. Addenda shall be acknowledged via the City’s eProcurement Portal. Bids will be received prior to 12:00 pm on Thursday, March 30, 2023and will be opened online at that time. Copies of the Specifications and all required forms may be obtained for this solicitation online: https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/ pasadena/projects/38754

Refer to the Specifications for complete details and bidding requirements. The Specification and this Notice shall be considered a part of any contract made pursuant thereunder.

All bid pricing must be entered into the City’s eProcurement Portal or the bid may be considered informal and deemed non-responsive, do not use a separate document attachment to represent your pricing. All required attachments must be completed and uploaded electronically into City’s eProcurement Portal prior to the set bid date and time in this Notice Inviting Bids.

PROJECT TITLE: Portable Vehicle Barrier System

DEPARTMENT: Police Department

CONTACT: Johnny Mercado

Release Dated: Thursday, March 9, 2023

The City of Pasadena, California (“City”) is seeking Proposals from qualified firms (“Bidders”) to furnish and deliver to the Pasadena Police Department a portable vehicle barrier system consisting of eight (8) mobile vehicle barriers, one (1) transport trailer, one (1) hauler, and two (2) tow bars. The Pasadena Police Department will be utilizing the barrier devices in different manners based on the need. They will be utilized to control ingress and egress to controlled and sanitized areas, to deny access to vehicular traffic for protecting the community and to facilitate traffic flow around large police events of various nature. Barriers must have the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Qualified Anti-Terrorism Technology (QATT) certification under the SAFETY Act and have demonstrated unanchored vehicle stopping power certified by the U.S. Department of Defense (DOD) and the Publicly Available Specification (PAS) 68 standards.

2.Background

This purchase will be paid for with Urban Areas Security Initiative Fiscal Year 2021 funding. Further information can be found here: https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-2/subtitle-A/chapter-II/part-200/ appendix-Appendix%20II%20to%20Part%20200

MIGUEL MÁRQUEZ

City Manager

Publish March 9, 2023

PASADENA PRESS

Glendale City Notices

Public Notice

NOTICE OF PROPOSED SUBSTANTIAL AMENEMENT TO THE 2021-2022 ANNUAL ACTION PLAN ALLOCATING HOME-ARP FUNDS

The City of Glendale is soliciting public comment on the funding allocation of $5,109,346 it expects to receive from the United States Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). The funding will come from the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021 for the HOME Investment Partnerships Program (HOME-ARP). The public comment period will be from Monday, March 6, 2023 to March 20, 2023. Written comments may be submitted via email to Pamela Jackson at pjackson@glendaleca.gov. Public comments may also be submitted orally at the Joint Public Meeting of the Glendale City Council and Glendale Housing Authority on March 21, 2023 at 3:00 PM. A Substantial Amendment to the 2021-2022 Annual Action Plan, allocating HOME-ARP funds, will be considered by the City Council and Housing Authority at this Joint Meeting.

HOME-ARP funding may be spent on a variety of affordable housing activities to benefit individuals and families in the following specified “qualifying populations”

1.Homeless as defined in 24 CFR 91.5

2.At risk of homelessness as defined in 24 CFR 91.5

3.Fleeing, or Attempting to Flee, Domestic Violence, Dating Violence, Sexual Assault, Stalking, or Human Trafficking

4.Other Populations

a. Other families requiring services or housing assistance to prevent homelessness

b.At greatest risk of housing instability

5.Veterans and families that include a Veteran family member that meets the criteria for one of the 4 aforementioned qualifying populations.

The City of Glendale intends to use the funding to acquire, rehabilitate or construct affordable rental housing for households that fit within one or more of the qualifying populations. Funding will also be spent on administrative costs to carry out the funding activities.

In addition to written comments, the city is seeking comments through a survey created to gauge the housing needs of the qualifying populations. Stakeholder organizations and citizens are encouraged to complete the HOME-ARP survey, which can be accessed at https://www.glendaleca.gov/government/departments/community-development/housing.

by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a Request for Special Notice (form DE-154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk. Attorney for Petitioner

TORI J. FREEBORN, ESQ. -

SBN 293750, EICK & FREEBORN LLP

2604 FOOTHILL BLVD., SUITE C LA CRESCENTA CA 91214 3/6, 3/9, 3/13/23

CNS-3675799# BURBANK INDEPENDENT

NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF:

PATRICIA JEAN BILLINGS

CASE NO. 23STPB02178

To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the lost WILL or estate, or both of PATRICIA JEAN BILLINGS.

A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by BRYAN KIETH BILLINGS in the Superior Court of California, County of LOS ANGELES.

THE PETITION FOR PROBATE requests that BRYAN KIETH BILLINGS be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent.

THE PETITION requests the decedent’s lost WILL and codicils, if any, be admitted to probate. The lost WILL and any codicils are available for examination in the file kept by the court.

THE PETITION requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administration of Estates Act. (This authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval. Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action.) The independent administration authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority.

A HEARING on the petition will be held in this court as follows: 04/07/23 at 8:30AM in Dept. 4 located at 111 N. HILL ST., LOS ANGELES, CA 90012

IF YOU OBJECT to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney.

IF YOU ARE A CREDITOR or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of first issuance of letters to a general personal representative, as defined in section 58(b) of the California Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of a notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code.

Other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in California law.

YOU MAY EXAMINE the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a Request for Special Notice (form DE-154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk.

Attorney for Petitioner

SCOTT R. MAGEE - SBN 120001, SCOTT E. HINSCHE - SBN

221761, MAGEE & ADLER, APC 400 OCEANGATE, SUITE 1030 LONG BEACH CA 90802

3/9, 3/13, 3/16/23

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NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF:

GWEN HAMPTON AKA G. HAMPTON

CASE NO. 23STPB02223

To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the lost WILL or estate, or both of GWEN HAMPTON AKA G. HAMPTON.

A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by JOY TURNER in the Superior Court of California, County of LOS ANGELES.

THE PETITION FOR PROBATE requests that JOY TURNER be ap-

pointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent.

THE PETITION requests the decedent’s lost WILL and codicils, if any, be admitted to probate. The lost WILL and any codicils are available for examination in the file kept by the court.

THE PETITION requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administration of Estates Act.

(This authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval.

Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action.) The independent administration authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority.

A HEARING on the petition will be held in this court as follows: 04/11/23 at 8:30AM in Dept. 44 located at 111 N. HILL ST., LOS ANGELES, CA 90012

IF YOU OBJECT to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney.

IF YOU ARE A CREDITOR or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of first issuance of letters to a general personal representative, as defined in section 58(b) of the California Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of a notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code.

Other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in California law.

YOU MAY EXAMINE the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a Request for Special Notice (form DE-154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk.

Attorney for Petitioner

CHRISTOPHER B. JOHNSONSBN 173521, ATTORNEY AT LAW 180 N. PENNSYLVANIA AVE GLENDORA CA 91741

3/9, 3/13, 3/16/23 CNS-3677016# GLENDALE INDEPENDENT

NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF:

ANDREW LEE JACKSON CASE NO. 23STPB02153

To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the WILL or estate, or both of ANDREW LEE JACKSON.

A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by TINA A. JACKSON in the Superior Court of California, County of LOS ANGELES.

THE PETITION FOR PROBATE requests that TINA A. JACKSON be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent.

THE PETITION requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administration of Estates Act.

(This authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval. Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action.) The independent administration authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority.

A HEARING on the petition will be held in this court as follows: 04/07/23 at 8:30AM in Dept. 5 located at 111 N. HILL ST., LOS ANGELES, CA 90012

IF YOU OBJECT to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney.

IF YOU ARE A CREDITOR or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of first issuance of letters to a general personal representative, as defined in section

58(b) of the California Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of a notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code.

Other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in California law.

YOU MAY EXAMINE the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a Request for Special Notice (form DE-154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk.

Attorney for Petitioner

DEVANAND (DAVE) J. SINGHSBN 270248

SUCCESSIONLEGAL | SINGH LAW GROUP P.C. 100 N. CITRUS ST., STE 600 WEST COVINA CA 91791 BSC 222969 3/9, 3/13, 3/16/23 CNS-3677066# PASADENA PRESS

NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF: DALE SATOMI UCHIYAMA

CASE NO. PRRI2300425

To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the WILL or estate, or both of DALE SATOMI UCHIYAMA.

A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by EDNA MIZUHA KURIYAMA in the Superior Court of California, County of RIVERSIDE.

THE PETITION FOR PROBATE requests that EDNA MIZUHA KURIYAMA be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent.

THE PETITION requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administration of Estates Act. (This authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval. Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action.) The independent administration authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority.

A HEARING on the petition will be held in this court as follows: 05/02/23 at 8:30AM in Dept. 11 located at 4050 MAIN STREET, RIVERSIDE, CA 92501

IF YOU OBJECT to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney.

IF YOU ARE A CREDITOR or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of first issuance of letters to a general personal representative, as defined in section 58(b) of the California Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of a notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code.

Other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in California law.

YOU MAY EXAMINE the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a Request for Special Notice (form DE-154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk.

Attorney for Petitioner

MICHAEL PATINELLI - SBN 158825

PIERRE C. JARDILLIET.

A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by DONALD SEGRETTI in the Superior Court of California, County of LOS ANGELES.

THE PETITION FOR PROBATE requests that DONALD SEGRETTI be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent.

THE PETITION requests the decedent’s WILL and codicils, if any, be admitted to probate. The WILL and any codicils are available for examination in the file kept by the court.

THE PETITION requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administration of Estates Act. (This authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval. Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action.) The independent administration authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority.

A HEARING on the petition will be held in this court as follows: 04/05/23 at 8:30AM in Dept. 9 located at 111 N. HILL ST., LOS ANGELES, CA 90012

IF YOU OBJECT to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney.

IF YOU ARE A CREDITOR or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of first issuance of letters to a general personal representative, as defined in section 58(b) of the California Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of a notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code. Other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in California law.

YOU MAY EXAMINE the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a Request for Special Notice (form DE-154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk.

Attorney for Petitioner DOMINIC E. RAINONE - SBN 177226, LAW OFFICES OF DOMIINC E. RAINONE, PLC 7700 IRVINE CENTER DRIVE, SUITE 800 IRVINE CA 92618 BSC 222944 3/6, 3/9, 3/13/23 CNS-3675849# GLENDALE INDEPENDENT

NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF CONCORDIA D. WILLIAMS Case No. 30-2023-01309555-PR-PWCJC

To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of CONCORDIA D. WILLIAMS A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by Cathy R. Prentice in the Superior Court of California, County of ORANGE.

THE PETITION FOR PROBATE requests that Cathy R. Prentice be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent.

THE PETITION requests the decedent’s will and codicils, if any, be admitted to probate. The will and any codicils are available for examination in the file kept by the court.

THE PETITION requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administration of Estates Act. (This authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval. Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action.) The independent administration authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority.

held on April 12, 2023 at 1:30 PM in Dept. C10. located at 700 Civic Center Drive West, Santa Ana, Ca 92701.

IF YOU OBJECT to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney.

IF YOU ARE A CREDITOR or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of first issuance of letters to a general personal representative, as defined in section 58(b) of the California Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of a notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code.

Other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in California law.

YOU MAY EXAMINE the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a Request for Special Notice (form DE-154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk.

Attorney for petitioner: GUNNAR A. LONSON SBN 127323

LAW OFFICES OF GUNNAR A. LONSON 1122 PENINSULA STREET VENTURA, CA 93001 (805) 320-7388

MARCH 6, 9, 13, 2023

ANAHEIM PRESS

NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF STANLEY STEVEN THORNTON aka STANLEY S. THORNTON aka STANLEY THORNTON

Case No. 23STPB02262

To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of STANLEY STEVEN THORNTON aka STANLEY S. THORNTON aka STANLEY THORNTON

A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by Stanley Thornton, Jr. in the Superior Court of California, County of LOS ANGELES. THE PETITION FOR PROBATE requests that Stanley Thornton, Jr. be appointed as personal repre-sentative to administer the estate of the decedent.

THE PETITION requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administration of Estates Act. (This authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval. Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action.) The independent administra-tion authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objec-tion to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority.

A HEARING on the petition will be held on April 7, 2023 at 8:30 AM in Dept. No. 67 located at 111 N. Hill St., Los Angeles, CA 90012.

IF YOU OBJECT to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your ap-pearance may be in person or by your attorney.

IF YOU ARE A CREDITOR or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of first issuance of letters to a general personal representative, as defined in section 58(b) of the California Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of a notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code.

Other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowl-edgeable in California law.

YOU MAY EXAMINE the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a Request for Special Notice (form DE-154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate

assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk.

Attorney for petitioner: RODNEY

NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF ERIC PHILLIP FLEISHMAN

Case No. 23STPB02120

To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of ERIC PHILLIP FLEISHMAN

A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by Alysia Kanemoto in the Superior Court of California, County of LOS ANGELES.

THE PETITION FOR PROBATE requests that Alysia Kanemoto be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent.

THE PETITION requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administration of Estates Act. (This authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval. Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action.) The independent administra-tion authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objec-tion to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority.

A HEARING on the petition will be held on April 7, 2023 at 8:30 AM in Dept. No. 11 located at 111 N. Hill St., Los Angeles, CA 90012.

IF YOU OBJECT to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your ap-pearance may be in person or by your attorney.

IF YOU ARE A CREDITOR or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of first issuance of letters to a general personal representative, as defined in section 58(b) of the California Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of a notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code.

Other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowl-edgeable in California law. YOU MAY EXAMINE the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a Request for Special Notice (form DE-154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk.

Attorney for petitioner:

STEPHANIE FARZAM ESQ SBN 323570

LEVITCH STANLEY LLP

10940 WILSHIRE BLVD

STE 1220

LOS ANGELES CA 90024-3936

CN994416 FLEISHMAN Mar 9, 2023, Mar 13, 2012, Mar 16, 2023

GLENDALE INDEPENDENT

NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF:

MARKO VITERI CASE NO. 22STPB10480

To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the WILL or estate, or both of MARKO VITERI.

A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by VANESA Y. HOLSTEIN in the Superior Court of California, County of LOS ANGELES.

THE PETITION FOR PROBATE requests that VANESA Y. HOLSTEIN be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent.

THE PETITION requests the decedent’s WILL and codicils, if any, be admitted to probate. The WILL and any codicils are available for examina-

must be filed before the expiration.

The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use this state of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411 Et Seq., business and professions code). I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the original statement on file in my office.

Peter Aldana, County, Clerk

File# R-202302122 Pub. 02/23/2023, 03/02/2023, 03/09/2023, 03/16/2023

Riverside Independent

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS

NAME STATEMENT

File No. 20230000992

The following persons are doing business as: Sample Peru Coffee, 598 Orlando Ct, Upland, CA 91786. Nadia Q Simone, 598 Orlando Ct, Upland, CA 91786. County of Principal Place of Business: San Bernardino This business is conducted by: a individual. Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed herein. By signing below, I declare that I have read and understand the reverse side of this form and that all information in this statement is true and correct. A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000). I am also aware that all information on this statement becomes Public Record upon filing pursuant to the California Public Records Act (Government Code Sections 6250- 6277). /s/ Nadia Q Simone, Owner. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Bernardino on February 2, 2023 Notice- In accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920. A Fictitious Name Statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the County Clerk, except, as provided in subdivision (b) of Section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to Section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A new Fictitious Business Name Statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411 et seq., Business and Professions Code)

File#: 20230000992 Pub: 02/23/2023, 03/02/2023, 03/09/2023, 03/16/2023 San Bernardino Press

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS

NAME STATEMENT

File No. 20230001631

The following persons are doing business as: Gallegos Masonry Construction, 1241 E Olive Ct, Ontario, CA 91764. Jorge Gallegos Cuevas, 1241 E Olive Ct, Ontario, CA 91764. County of Principal Place of Business: San Bernardino This business is conducted by: a individual. Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed herein. By signing below, I declare that I have read and understand the reverse side of this form and that all information in this statement is true and correct. A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000). I am also aware that all information on this statement becomes Public Record upon filing pursuant to the California Public Records Act (Government Code Sections 6250- 6277). /s/ Jorge Gallegos Cuevas. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Bernardino on February 21, 2023 Notice- In accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920. A Fictitious Name Statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the County Clerk, except, as provided in subdivision (b) of Section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to Section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A new Fictitious Business Name Statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411 et seq., Business and Professions Code) File#: 20230001631 Pub: 02/23/2023, 03/02/2023, 03/09/2023, 03/16/2023 San Bernardino Press

The following person(s) is (are) doing business as Maaco Collision Repair and Auto Painting 5925 Payton Avenue Riverside, CA 92504

Riverside County Dudziak Corporation (CA), 29876 Big Range Rd, Canyon Lake, CA 92587 Riverside County

This business is conducted by: a corporation. Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed herein on January 1, 2023. I declare that all the information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code, that the registrant knows to be false, is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousands dollars ($1000).)

s. Vincent Dudziak, Secretary Statement filed with the County of Riverside on February 21, 2023

NOTICE: In accordance with subdivision (a) of section 17920, a fictitious name statement generally expires at the end of the five years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the county clerk, except, as provided in subdivision (b) of section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any changes in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A new Fictitious Business Name Statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use this state of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411 Et Seq., business and professions code). I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the original statement on file in my office.

Peter Aldana, County, Clerk

File# 202302441 Pub. 02/23/2023, 03/02/2023, 03/09/2023, 03/16/2023 Riverside Independent

The following person(s) is (are) doing business as 951 Mobile Home 12654 Mulberry Ln Moreno Valley, CA 92555 Riverside County

Mailing Address 23281 Edward St Perris, Ca 92570 Riverside County TMS Torres Corp (CA), 12654 Mulberry Ln, Moreno Valley, CA 92555 Riverside County

This business is conducted by: a corporation. Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed herein. I declare that all the information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code, that the registrant knows to be false, is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousands dollars ($1000).)

s. Jose Torres, CEO Statement filed with the County of Riverside on February 9, 2023

NOTICE: In accordance with subdivision (a) of section 17920, a fictitious name statement generally expires at the end of the five years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the county clerk, except, as provided in subdivision (b) of section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any changes in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A new Fictitious Business Name Statement must be filed before the expiration.

The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use this state of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411 Et Seq., business and professions code). I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the original statement on file in my office.

Peter Aldana,

guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000). I am also aware that all information on this statement becomes Public Record upon filing pursuant to the California Public Records Act (Government Code Sections 6250- 6277). /s/ Derek Mcneil. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Bernardino on February 23, 2023 Notice- In accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920. A Fictitious Name Statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the County Clerk, except, as provided in subdivision (b) of Section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to Section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A new Fictitious Business Name Statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411 et seq., Business and Professions Code) File#: FBN20230001789 Pub: 03/02/2023, 03/09/2023, 03/16/2023, 03/23/2023 San Bernardino Press

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS

NAME STATEMENT File No. FBN20230001068

The following persons are doing business as: The creatives, 9738 Bella Vista St, Apple Valley, CA 92308. Christopher J Hernandez, 9738 Bella Vista St, Apple Valley, CA 92308. County of Principal Place of Business: San Bernardino This business is conducted by: a individual. Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed herein on February 3, 2023. By signing below, I declare that I have read and understand the reverse side of this form and that all information in this statement is true and correct. A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000). I am also aware that all information on this statement becomes Public Record upon filing pursuant to the California Public Records Act (Government Code Sections 6250- 6277). /s/ Christopher J Hernandez. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Bernardino on February 3, 2023 Notice- In accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920. A Fictitious Name Statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the County Clerk, except, as provided in subdivision (b) of Section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to Section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A new Fictitious Business Name Statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411 et seq., Business and Professions Code) File#: FBN20230001068 Pub: 03/02/2023, 03/09/2023, 03/16/2023, 03/23/2023 San Bernardino Press

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS

NAME STATEMENT

File No. FBN20230001756

The following persons are doing business as: GARDNER MEDICAL SPECIALTIES INC, 20435 TONAWANDA ROAD, APPLE VALLEY, CA 92307. GARDNER MEDICAL SPECIALTIES INC (CA), 20435 TONAWANDA ROAD, APPLE VALLEY, CA 92307; JACQUENETTE GARDNER, CFO. County of Principal Place of Business: San Bernardino This business is conducted by: a corporation. Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed herein on October 1, 2012. By signing below, I declare that I have read and understand the reverse side of this form and that all information in this statement is true and correct. A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000). I am also aware that all information on this statement becomes Public Record upon filing pursuant to the California Public Records Act (Government Code Sections 6250- 6277). /s/ JACaQUENETTE GARDNER, CFO. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Bernardino on February 23, 2023 Notice- In accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920. A Fictitious Name Statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the County Clerk, except, as provided in subdivision (b) of Section

17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to Section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A new Fictitious Business Name Statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411 et seq., Business and Professions Code) File#: FBN20230001756 Pub: 03/02/2023, 03/09/2023, 03/16/2023, 03/23/2023 San Bernardino Press

where it expires 40 days after any changes in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A new Fictitious Business Name Statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use this state of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411 Et Seq., business and professions code). I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the original statement on file in my office.

Peter Aldana, County, Clerk File# 202303134 Pub. 03/09/2023, 03/16/2023, 03/23/2023, 03/30/2023 Riverside Independent

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 20236657434. The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: DYODE, 1108 W Commonwealth Ave, Fullerton, CA 92833. Full Name of Registrant(s) DYODE Inc. (CA), 1108 W Commonwealth Ave, Fullerton, CA 92833. This business is conducted by a corporation. Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed herein on August 11, 2016. DYODE Inc.. /S/ Tim Katz, Secretary. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Orange County on March 3, 2023. Publish: Anaheim Press 03/09/2023, 03/16/2023, 03/23/2023, 03/30/2023

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 20236656529. The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: ManufacturedHomeLoans.com, 20702 El Toro Rd #480, Lake Forest, CA 92630. Full Name of Registrant(s) NEXA Mortgage, LLC (AZ), 3100 W Ray Rd Suite 201, Office #209, Chandler, AZ 85226. This business is conducted by a limited liability company (llc). Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed herein. ManufacturedHomeLoans. com. /S/ Mike Kortas, Cheif Executive Officer. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Orange County on February 22, 2023. Publish: Anaheim Press 03/09/2023, 03/16/2023, 03/23/2023, 03/30/2023

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 20236657338. The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: i9 Business Management Consulting, 446 las palmas dr, Irvine, CA 92602. Full Name of Registrant(s) Fabio Augusto Andrade, 446 Las Palmas Dr., irvine, CA 92602. This business is conducted by a individual. Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed herein. /S/ Fabio Augusto Andrade. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Orange County on March 2, 2023. Publish: Anaheim Press 03/09/2023, 03/16/2023, 03/23/2023, 03/30/2023

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 20236656024. The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: Artesia Garden Apartments, 1841 Avenida Del Norte, Fullerton, CA 92833-9283. Full Name of Registrant(s) 5952 Buena Park, LLC (CA), 1841 Avenida Del Norte, Fullerton, CA 92833. This business is conducted by a limited liability company (llc). Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed herein. Artesia Garden Apartments. /S/ Hansen M Pering, Managing Member / Manager. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Orange County on February 15, 2023. Publish: Anaheim Press 03/09/2023, 03/16/2023, 03/23/2023, 03/30/2023

The following person(s) is (are) doing business as Blackstar Construction 1821 Railroad Street Corona, CA 92880

Riverside County

Christian Montell DeWitt, 3307 Limerick Lane, Corona, CA 92882 Riverside County

This business is conducted by: a individual. Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed herein. I declare that all the information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code, that the registrant knows to be false, is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousands dollars ($1000).)

s. Christian Montell DeWitt Statement filed with the County of Riverside on March 2, 2023

NOTICE: In accordance with subdivision (a) of section 17920, a fictitious name statement generally expires at the end of the five years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the county clerk, except, as provided in subdivision (b) of section 17920,

The following person(s) is (are) doing business as Eternity Imaging 4655 Minnier Ave 45a Riverside, CA 92505 Riverside County James Jacob lacatus, 4655 Minnier Ave 45a, Riverside, CA 92505 Riverside County

This business is conducted by: a individual. Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed herein. I declare that all the information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code, that the registrant knows to be false, is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousands dollars ($1000).)

s. James Jacob lacatus Statement filed with the County of Riverside on March 6, 2023

NOTICE: In accordance with subdivision (a) of section 17920, a fictitious name statement generally expires at the end of the five years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the county clerk, except, as provided in subdivision (b) of section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any changes in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A new Fictitious Business Name Statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use this state of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411 Et Seq., business and professions code). I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the original statement on file in my office.

Peter Aldana, County, Clerk

File# 202303268

Pub. 03/09/2023, 03/16/2023, 03/23/2023, 03/30/2023 Riverside Independent

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS

NAME STATEMENT File No. 20230001963

The following persons are doing business as: Ultimate Courier, 8610 Helms Ave, Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91730. Fox Transportation, Inc. (CA), 8610 Helms Ave, Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91730; Michael K Fox, CEO. County of Principal Place of Business: San Bernardino This business is conducted by: a corporation. Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed herein on February 22, 2023. By signing below, I declare that I have read and understand the reverse side of this form and that all information in this statement is true and correct. A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000). I am also aware that all information on this statement becomes Public Record upon filing pursuant to the California Public Records Act (Government Code Sections 6250- 6277). /s/ Michael K Fox, CEO. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Bernardino on March 1, 2023 Notice- In

Lakers retire Pau Gasol's jersey

By City News Service

The Los Angeles Lakers retired the No. 16 jersey worn by Pau Gasol at halftime of Tuesday evening's game at Crypto.com Arena against the Memphis Grizzlies, the team he began his 18-season NBA career with.

Gasol is the 12th Laker to have his jersey retired and second this season, joining the late Minneapolis Lakers star George Mikan, whose No. 99 jersey was retired Nov. 30 in connection with the Lakers' 75th season.

No Lakers player has worn No. 16 since Gasol left the team in 2014 to sign as a free agent with the Chicago Bulls.

The Lakers acquired Gasol on Feb. 1, 2008, from

Send

Memphis along with a 2010 second-round draft choice in exchange for four players, including his brother Marc Gasol, and two first-round draft choices.

During his seven seasons with the Lakers, the 7-foot center and power forward earned three of his six All-Star Game selections, was chosen for the All-NBA second team in 2011 and the All-NBA third team in 2009 and 2010 as he helped the team to championships in 2009 and 2010.

Gasol is among 12 finalists for the Basketball Hall of Fame's Class of 2023, whose members will be announced April 1 in Houston in connection with the NCAA men's Final Four.

Re: “Gov. Newsom, Attorney General Bonta… oppose federal privacy preemption” (March 2 issue)

Nine years ago, an individual who disliked one of my opinion letters wrote a complaint to Senator Dianne Feinstein that I didn’t deserve the amount of the pension I received when compared to my duties over the years as a public servant. And he had the temerity to send a copy of his letter to my home address!

I was shocked, of course, that anyone could obtain my personal information without my permission. Up until then, I trusted that everyone’s confidential information was protected by law unless requested by government agents in their official capacity.

So, since that man was able to secure information about my career, the amount of my pension, and even my home address, I’m sure that he (or anyone for that matter) can just as easily go online and obtain my medical record…and whatever else he wants.

Need I tell you that from then on I lost all confidence

Career corner: Interview misconceptions

By Angela COPELAND angela@copelandcoaching.com

in my government’s ability to safeguard my privacy?

Luckily, that man who took a dislike to me was not a psychopath with intentions to harm or kill me — which he could easily have done, since he also found out where I live.

I don’t want to sound paranoid, but with all of today’s advanced technology used by our government to spy on us citizens (which is now sterilized of its sinister meaning with the bureaucratic term “privacy preemption”), I have no doubt that our government, as well as corporations and any Tom, Dick and Harry, can know more about me than I know about myself.

Thus, I fear that just like gun control laws will never stop gun violence, privacy laws will never stop anyone from gathering whatever information they want about anyone if they are determined to find it.

David Quintero Monrovia

One of the biggest misconceptions that we have about job interviews is that they're fair. Going through an interview feels a little like taking a test at school. And, we're taught to believe that enough preparation could help you to overcome any obstacles. Being great at answering questions will help you put any objections to rest. I wish this were completely true, but there's more to the story.

Job interviews are like anything else in life. Sometimes they're fair. But often, you can't see the entire picture. Unfortunately, when you believe you're taking part in a fair process, you may put forth all of your energy in order to ace one interview. When the interview doesn't work out, we take it personally. We believe there must have been something we could have done differently. We assume it was our fault that we didn't get the job.

Sure, it's possible to mess up a job interview. It's possible to completely be rejected with the wrong attitude. But, you can also do everything right and not land the job. On the other extreme, you can land a job for virtually no real reason. I once knew someone who landed a technical computer job because they were a great golfer. It's hard to compete when you didn't know golf was a requirement.

So, where does that leave you? Does it mean that you should just give up? No, it doesn’t. But, it does mean that you have to try to separate yourself emotionally from the process. It's hard to do. I struggle with this myself. But so very often, there are things going on outside of your control that have nothing to do with you or your talent –and they often have little to do with your interview performance.

So, first, separate

yourself emotionally as much as you can. Realize that job searching is a numbers game and consider changing your approach. Rather than applying online, look for creative ways to contact the hiring manager. When you land a job interview, you should do your best to prepare. You should know your elevator pitch, why you believe you are a fit for the role, and basic information about the company. If the interviewer likes you, this should be enough preparation to get you past the first screening.

For the sake of your mental health (and being able to sustain multiple

first round interviews), you should avoid pouring your entire being into preparing for a few round interviews. I know that this is somewhat counterintuitive. But, the more time you spend focused on one interview, the more devastated you will be if you don't get the job. And let's face it, you often have to get a number of rejections before you'll get to a yes.

Realize that the process is broken; not your resume. Keep pushing ahead. After all, winning at job search is in fact a numbers game.

Angela Copeland, a leadership and career expert, can be reached at www.angelacopeland.com.

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LA County Board of Supervisors fire embattled probation chief

By City News Service

After resisting calls for his resignation, Los Angeles County Probation Department chief Adolfo Gonzales was fired Tuesday by the Board of Supervisors.

"Our juvenile halls are in crisis. The state has found them unsuitable, and they are at risk of being shut down. Youth are being hurt and are not attending school. Staff are being attacked and many are not showing up to work," Board of Supervisors

Chair Janice Hahn said in a statement. "(The) void in leadership starting from the top has allowed this situation to fester. Our board's decision to terminate Chief Gonzales is only the first step of a long road to fixing our juvenile halls and supporting the youth in our care and the staff who work with them."

Gonzales could not be reached for comment.

Hahn and Supervisor

Kathryn Barger last week called on Gonzales to resign his position, following a 5-2 vote Thursday by the county's Probation Oversight Commission also calling for him to step down.

Gonzales, however, didn't budge, culminating

the Board of Supervisors' unanimous vote Tuesday to remove him from the post.

"It's no secret -- our Probation Department is in a crisis and needs strong leadership -- yet I did not see him (Gonzales) rise to the challenge on multiple occasions," Barger said in a statement Tuesday. "He lost what little was left of my support when I visited one of our juvenile halls a few weeks ago. Although I personally saw deficiencies and ensured they were communicated to the department, over a week later nothing had been done. This is just plain unacceptable."

Barger said she wants to send in a "strike team" to overhaul the department.

Supervisor Hilda Solis, who last week fell short of calling for Gonzales resignation, said Tuesday she is "no longer in a position to continue supporting"

Gonzales, and saying she has "lost faith" in his ability to lead the agency.

"There is a serious culture issue and lack of leadership within the department," Solis said. "To that end, in the county's next search for

a new Probation Department chief, we need someone who can take initiative and has the courage to make the necessary changes needed for our youth and adults in Probation's supervision."

The calls for Gonzales' removal last week followed a Los Angeles Times report about a criminal investigation being conducted by the District Attorney's Office into the actions of several probation officers

caught on video piling on top of a teenager at a juvenile probation camp in 2020 during an argument that escalated into a physical altercation.

According to The Times, an internal disciplinary board moved in 2021 to fire a supervisor involved in the melee, but Gonzales overrode the panel and opted to continue the supervisor's employment.

It was the latest black eye for the agency.

The Probation Department was targeted last year in a lawsuit alleging sexual abuse of hundreds of girls by agency staff dating back to 1985. The county's juvenile lockups have also been criticized in recent years by state corrections officials for being unsuitable to house offenders.

Late last year, the department abruptly moved all detainees out of Central Juvenile Hall in Lincoln Heights over concerns about conditions at the facility.

Last month, the Board of Supervisors approved an emergency motion after learning that the Probation Department was auctioning off surplus firearms to

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suggest that the alleged abuse started with Leiva, saying that some of the ideas for punishments came directly from Barron, whose sister testified that they had been subjected to some of the same type of discipline when they were children. He noted that most of the calls made to a child abuse hotline involved Barron's alleged conduct.

Chambers said the woman hadn't looked at a single photo shown on large courtroom screens and "doesn't shed a tear" or even make eye contact with her children when they testi-

fied, while his client grew emotional and "showed some semblance of humanity" when his own daughter testified.

Leiva's attorney had urged the judge to acquit his client of first-degree murder and the special circumstance allegation, along with the torture charge.

Barron and Leiva were charged in June 2018 with the boy's killing and were subsequently indicted by a Los Angeles County grand jury in October 2018. They remain jailed without bail.

In October, the Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors formally

approved a $32 million settlement of a lawsuit filed by the boy's relatives — two of whom testified last week that they notified the county's Department of Children and Family Services about the alleged abuse. The lawsuit contended that multiple social workers failed to properly respond to reports of abuse of Anthony and his siblings.

The lawsuit cited other high-profile deaths of children who were also being monitored by the DCFS — 8-year-old Gabriel Fernandez and 4-year-old Noah Cuatro, both of Palmdale — to allege "systemic failures" in the agency.

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possess guns.

Supervisor Janice Hahn said that while the law is effective, it is underutilized, saying, "most people in L.A. County don't know they exist."

Under a motion Hahn co-authored with Supervisor Hilda Solis, and which was unanimously approved by the board Tuesday, the county Department of Public Health's Office of Violence Prevention will report back in 90 days with a plan for a publicawareness campaign to educate people about the

dealers. Supervisors Hahn and Hilda Solis wrote in their motion that such an auction "directly compromises the board's efforts to address the gun violence epidemic, is antithetical to the county's values and is highly insensitive in the wake of the recent tragedy in our community," referring to the mass shooting in Monterey Park.

The board ordered the county to halt any other such auctions of weapons being conducted by any county departments and called for a policy banning sales by the county of firearms and ammunition.

The Board of Supervisors on Tuesday had been scheduled to discuss plans for overhauling youth probation camps and detention facilities in preparation for an influx of detainees due to the state's closure of its juvenile correctional facilities. But that discussion was delayed for two weeks, likely in anticipation of the vote to oust Gonzales.

Gonzales became head of the county Probation Department on Feb. 1, 2021, and previously served as chief probation officer for San Diego County.

restraining orders and how to request one.

The staff was also directed to propose ways for better tracking such orders in Los Angeles County and the number of firearms that are seized as a result. It will also develop options for training law enforcement and the public about the orders and possibly assisting with the processing of the restraining order petitions.

Hahn said the GVRO law "is one reason California has one of the lowest rates of gun deaths" in the

nation. But she said out of 1,384 GVROs issued in California in 2021, only 54 came from L.A. County. "We need to be sure we are not neglecting the laws we already have," Hahn said.

It is clear, Hahn said, that having access to guns "increases the chance of inflicting harm on themselves or others."

"... Apart from getting them mental health care they need, restricting or limiting certain at-risk people's access to firearms can and does save lives," she said.

Adolfo Gonzales. | Photo courtesy of the University of Phoenix