Assignment #7

Assignment #7

Soft Leads:

The city has as many people as New Zealand, more than 24 states. California's total is nearly 37.7 million.
latimes.com
summary: With just L.A.'s population surpassing 4-million, California's population has hit an all time high this year, reaching 37.7 million.

Jackson says he told players they have 'brain power of slugs or earthworms' after Game 4 loss. A dour Bryant doesn't practice because of stiff back but is expected to play tonight.
latimes.com
summary: Frustration mounts for Phil Jackson, head coach of the LA Lakers, after Game 4 loss on Sunday against the Phoenix Suns.

‘I still don’t know what to think,’ says Glen Wallen, 48, in describing the wreck and the two loved ones he lost
sanluisobispo.com
summary: Glen Wallen was just one of three lucky family members that survived after driving off a cliff Monday around 1:30pm. Wallen had to watch as his mother and brother were pulled from the wreckage lifeless.



Summary Leads:

The heiress will do time for violating probation by driving on a suspended license.
latimes.com
soft: Paris Hilton behind bars. That is so not hot!

The annual Egg Drop Competition, created by the Poly Pack Committee, took place on Chorro and Higuera streets at Farmers' Market on Thursday night.
mustangdaily.com
soft: Break an egg!

Police issued a warning on Tuesday that a sex offender was released from prison and may be staying in local hotels until he finds a permanent residence.
mustangdaily.com
soft: Watch Out! San Luis Obispo may become the new playing field of a sex offender recently released from jail.