Sherman Oaks

The son of a 38-year-old man who was shot and killed at a Sherman Oaks restaurant said he "wants justice" in his father's death. Raul Lopez was killed about 11:10 p.m. on Friday just outside Hoagies & Wings, 14522 Ventura Blvd., Los Angeles police said. Lopez, who worked as a cook at the restaurant, had just escorted a group of men outside of the restaurant who had become angry while waiting for their food, police said. "At least one of the men in the group started to argue with restaurant staff.

Whole Foods Market is moving its regional headquarters to an eight-story building in Glendale that has sat vacant since it was constructed in 2009, officials announced this week. With its regional headquarters currently in Sherman Oaks, Whole Foods has almost 50 stores in its western region, including Southern California, Nevada, Arizona and Hawaii. During a Glendale City Council meeting on Tuesday, city officials outlined the move and what it means to the city, which has been working to reduce its Class A office vacancy rate of about 22%. Whole Foods will lease the top two floors - or about 45,000 square feet - in the sleek building at 207 Goode Ave. along the Ventura (134)

In their first opportunity to clinch a Section 2 title on Tuesday, the Crescenta Valley 10-11 All-Stars never had much of a chance to do so after falling far behind Sherman Oaks early. In Wednesday's "if necessary" game, Crescenta Valley rallied in the final two innings and certainly gave itself that chance, but lost to Sherman Oaks for the second time in as many days, 10-8. "We came out today and we did exactly what we wanted to do," Crescenta Valley Coach Mike Klein said.

NORTHRIDGE -- About the only thing more impressive than the offensive production enjoyed by Crescenta Valley 9-10 baseball all-star Zach Feehan was the near-mammoth rally made by his team's opponent - Sherman Oaks - in Saturday morning's opening round of the Section 2 tournament.   While Feehan's four-for-four day was a triple short of a cycle, his team didn't miss a chance to continue its winning ways after taking an eight-run lead and eventually holding on for an 8-6 victory.

NORTHRIDGE - About the only thing more impressive than the offensive production enjoyed by Crescenta Valley 9-10 baseball all-star Zach Feehan was the near-mammoth rally made by his team's opponent - Sherman Oaks - in Saturday morning's opening round of the Section 2 tournament. While Feehan's four-for-four day was a triple short of a cycle, his team didn't miss a chance to continue its winning ways after taking an eight-run lead and eventually holding on for an 8-6 victory.

Don't look now, but the national pastime has just become fodder for one of the hottest political contests in town - the race between Democratic Reps. Howard Berman and Brad Sherman for a San Fernando Valley congressional seat. Both candidates made appearances at separate Little League opening day ceremonies Saturday morning. First up was Sherman, who rose early to help the Sunrise Little League celebrate the start of its season  in Woodland Hills. A couple of hours later, Berman joined former Dodger great Ron Cey  in Sherman Oaks, where the Sherman Oaks Little League was kicking off its season and celebrating its 60 th year.

MONTROSE — Claiming a Section 2 title will have to wait at least one more day for the Crescenta Valley 10-11 All-Stars. Coach Mike Klein is just hoping his baseball team doesn't wait as long to get started as it did on Tuesday evening. Behind an 11-run outburst over the first two innings, Sherman Oaks defeated Crescenta Valley, 13-6, at Montrose Park, forcing an "if-necessary" final today at 6 p.m. Klein said he knew Sherman Oaks would have to come out fired up if it had any chances of winning two straight games.

MONTROSE — In their first opportunity to clinch a Section 2 title on Tuesday, the Crescenta Valley 10-11 All-Stars never had much of a chance to do so after falling far behind Sherman Oaks early. In Wednesday's "if necessary" game, Crescenta Valley rallied in the final two innings and certainly gave itself that chance, but lost to Sherman Oaks for the second time in as many days, 10-8. "We came out today and we did exactly what we wanted to do," Crescenta Valley Coach Mike Klein said.

Erik Boal Just 10 pitches and three mighty swings into Sunday's winner's-bracket final of the Little League Section 2 Tournament, the Crescenta Valley 11-year-old All-Star baseball team had already surpassed Friday's run total, and appeared primed for more. But even with the early lead, CV Coach Jeff Ward said he never felt comfortable against Sherman Oaks, and the District 40 champion eventually showed why. After the rough start, pitcher Marti Sementelli regrouped in fine fashion, her defense performed flawlessly and the offense took care of the rest, as Sherman Oaks posted an impressive 13-3 five-inning mercy-rule victory at Encino Little League Complex.

NORTHRIDGE — For weeks of tournament play, it had been aggressive at the plate, efficient on the mound and sound on defense. The Crescenta Valley 9- and 10-year-old All-Star squad needed to continue the same style of play for one more day to advance to the championship game of the Section 2 Tournament. Unfortunately for the locals, its approach, especially at the plate, did not produce a win Monday. Crescenta Valley managed six hits, only two of which came after the first inning, in a 6-2 loss to Sherman Oaks, ending its season with a second-chance bracket loss at Northridge Little League Fields.

Whole Foods Market is moving its regional headquarters to an eight-story building in Glendale that has sat vacant since it was constructed in 2009, officials announced this week. With its regional headquarters currently in Sherman Oaks, Whole Foods has almost 50 stores in its western region, including Southern California, Nevada, Arizona and Hawaii. During a Glendale City Council meeting on Tuesday, city officials outlined the move and what it means to the city, which has been working to reduce its Class A office vacancy rate of about 22%. Whole Foods will lease the top two floors - or about 45,000 square feet - in the sleek building at 207 Goode Ave. along the Ventura (134)

Good morning readers. Today is Tuesday, July 17. Today is a bit cooler, a nice relief from the scorching temperatures of late. As you settle into your day, check out these news bits from around the Valley.  Sheriff's deputies discovered a makeshift home in Tujunga near the 210 (Foothill) Freeway. Several marijuana plants were also found nearby . La Cañada Patch  NBCUniversal is moving toward its "Evolution Plan," which nixes a controveral proposal for 3,000 homes on the Universal Studios property.

NORTHRIDGE — For weeks of tournament play, it had been aggressive at the plate, efficient on the mound and sound on defense. The Crescenta Valley 9- and 10-year-old All-Star squad needed to continue the same style of play for one more day to advance to the championship game of the Section 2 Tournament. Unfortunately for the locals, its approach, especially at the plate, did not produce a win Monday. Crescenta Valley managed six hits, only two of which came after the first inning, in a 6-2 loss to Sherman Oaks, ending its season with a second-chance bracket loss at Northridge Little League Fields.

NORTHRIDGE - About the only thing more impressive than the offensive production enjoyed by Crescenta Valley 9-10 baseball all-star Zach Feehan was the near-mammoth rally made by his team's opponent - Sherman Oaks - in Saturday morning's opening round of the Section 2 tournament. While Feehan's four-for-four day was a triple short of a cycle, his team didn't miss a chance to continue its winning ways after taking an eight-run lead and eventually holding on for an 8-6 victory.

NORTHRIDGE -- About the only thing more impressive than the offensive production enjoyed by Crescenta Valley 9-10 baseball all-star Zach Feehan was the near-mammoth rally made by his team's opponent - Sherman Oaks - in Saturday morning's opening round of the Section 2 tournament.   While Feehan's four-for-four day was a triple short of a cycle, his team didn't miss a chance to continue its winning ways after taking an eight-run lead and eventually holding on for an 8-6 victory.

The son of a 38-year-old man who was shot and killed at a Sherman Oaks restaurant said he "wants justice" in his father's death. Raul Lopez was killed about 11:10 p.m. on Friday just outside Hoagies & Wings, 14522 Ventura Blvd., Los Angeles police said. Lopez, who worked as a cook at the restaurant, had just escorted a group of men outside of the restaurant who had become angry while waiting for their food, police said. "At least one of the men in the group started to argue with restaurant staff.

Happy Tuesday! As you get ready to relax and watch the fireworks tomorrow, check out what's happened in the 818.  A church in La Crescenta replaced a group of flags, representing diversity, in a ceremony Sunday. Participants said the theft had the opposite of its intended effect, bringing people together. Glendale News-Press A writer mourns the loss of Chez Nous in Toluca Lake, the third closure of an eatery in that neighborhood in a year. North Hollywood Patch  The Mutual UFO Network of Los Angeles is taking a July 1 sighting of a... something...

Top of the late morning to you. Today's news bites come from all around. Dip in and check 'em out.  Rep. Howard Berman, locked in a tough election campaign against fellow Democrat Rep. Brad Sherman , issued a press release condemning a New Mexico group who advocates shutting off aid to Israel. Confused yet? North Hollywood Patch  Ultazone in Sherman Oaks is offering unlimited Laser Tag tonight as part of a doggie fundraiser. So, yes, you still look dorky, but it's for a good cause.

Welcome to the first edition of the San Fernando Valley roundup. We read through the news of the greater 818 area to bring you the best tidbits. Enjoy today's buffet of news from North Hollywood, San Fernando, Sherman Oaks and Conoga Park.  Did Steve Carell deliver a pizza in North Hollywood? Rumors are swiriling that the star of "The Office" jumped behind the wheel after someone failed to show up for work. North Hollywood Patch  A person was struck and killed by a Metrolink train in San Fernando Monday morning.

Don't look now, but the national pastime has just become fodder for one of the hottest political contests in town - the race between Democratic Reps. Howard Berman and Brad Sherman for a San Fernando Valley congressional seat. Both candidates made appearances at separate Little League opening day ceremonies Saturday morning. First up was Sherman, who rose early to help the Sunrise Little League celebrate the start of its season  in Woodland Hills. A couple of hours later, Berman joined former Dodger great Ron Cey  in Sherman Oaks, where the Sherman Oaks Little League was kicking off its season and celebrating its 60 th year.