By Michael TravisNews Editor It’s official – five people will be running for the two spots that will be opening this April on Malibu’s city council. All of the candidates share concerns about the future development of Malibu and the possibility of constructing a community center. Robert Roy van de Hoek moved to Malibu in 1999. He is currently a member of the Wetlands Action … [Read more...] about Malibu City Council candidates announced
When it comes to Convo, where’s the respect?
By Karma SalvatoStaff Writer Stop talking. Stop reading the newspaper. Or last night’s homework that you forgot to finish. Stop passing notes. Stop eating. Just stop. Sit quietly and give the speaker your undivided attention. Come on people, Convo is less than an hour of your life once a week. Is it so much to ask for a little common courtesy? It’s difficult to compete with … [Read more...] about When it comes to Convo, where’s the respect?
Women’s tennis falls to No. 16-ranked UCLA 6-1 in Westwood
By Steve Pinkerton Staff Writer To prepare for what will likely be a difficult meet against Stanford, the Waves return this week to what Pepperdine coach Gualberto Escudero called “the basics,” by running old drills and accelerating the level of competition during practice after losing to UCLA 6-1 Saturday. Pepperdine must deal with some crucial setbacks this season. “We’re a … [Read more...] about Women’s tennis falls to No. 16-ranked UCLA 6-1 in Westwood
Corbin wakes from coma
By Julieanne LeupoldStaff Writer Never underestimate the power of prayer. Or at least that is what the family of Ryan Corbin, 1999 Pepperdine alumnus who lapsed into a coma after a four-story fall June 19, credits for his miraculous recovery. His mother, Lindy, aunt singer Debby Boone and grandfather entertainer Pat Boone appeared on CNN’s Larry King Live Thursday with news … [Read more...] about Corbin wakes from coma
San Francisco politician wants to make homelessness a crime
By Rudabeh Shahbazi Staff Writer Ana lives in the filthy, contaminated ghetto of Skid Row. She hasn’t always lived on the streets. She ended up there after escaping from one abusive man after another, all heavily dependent upon drugs and alcohol. Now she lives in her friend’s tent, hiding from men who come to beat her for leaving them. The homeless who aren’t fortunate enough … [Read more...] about San Francisco politician wants to make homelessness a crime