Category Archives: La Verne

Installation of traffic light finally begins

Residents are always pushing for more traffic signals near schools and in residential neighborhoods — especially after tragic traffic accidents. The process, however, to get such devices installed is a long one. In La Verne, one resident claims it took … Continue reading

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Reward may bring closure

Being a reporter is often a thankless job. In fact, it is often one filled with things very different than thanks. In fact, it usually runs more with words that start with an h and sound like bait. Or other … Continue reading

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La Verne councilmen says he’s innocent

Councilman Steven Johnson pleaded not guilty today to a conflict of interest charge, stemming from a 2007 council vote. We didn’t have a reporter at Pomona Superior Court when Johnson entered his plea this morning, but my guess is it … Continue reading

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Bye, bye Ford

Looks like Foothill Ford in La Verne is the newest victim in Ford Motor Corp.’s downsizing plan. I confirmed just a little while ago the dealership will shut down on the 31st.That means about $100,000 yearly loss to the city. … Continue reading

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Another day, another politician, another criminal charge

The District Attorney’s office has filed a criminal charge against City Coucilman Steven Johnson, accusing him of a conflict of interest on a vote he cast in January. The misdemeanor count was filed in Pomona Superior Court late Tuesday and … Continue reading

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