2013

A proposal advances a more effective treatment model, addresses a hospital bed shortage and boosts police training.

Commentary: No shortage of deserving candidates for presidential pardons

Rigid drug sentences alone account for far too many inmates who’ve been held for far too long.

by Henry Chu Los Angeles Times December 25, 2013

Alan Turing, convicted in 1952 of ‘gross indecency,’ was chemically castrated and later took his own life.

by Marc Cone December 25, 2013

Maine is backing EPA mercury control rules but had good reason not to join the cross-state pollution case.

by Los Angeles Times December 25, 2013

He should heed his task force’s advice to rein in civil liberties abuses resulting from spying.

Three local pastry professionals mark the 50th anniversary of the Easy-Bake Oven by using it to cook up some confections.

Food

by Alison Ladman The Associated Press December 25, 2013

Shrimp cocktail, pineapple lettuce chicken wraps and Elvis phyllo cups cover a range of tastes.

Food

by Anne Mahle December 25, 2013

While the gang’s still here, how about a pizza night?

Food

by Avery Yale Kamila December 25, 2013

The popular cereal has enjoyed a revival in recent decades, but got its start back in the 19th century.

Food

by Alison Ladman The Associated Press December 25, 2013

It’s a fine way to launch into your New Year’s Eve.