LA city attorney seeks documents, conducts interviews in Jackson probe

August 12th, 2009 Investigators maintain focus on Jackson doctorLAS VEGAS — Investigators in the Michael Jackson case continue to sharpen their focus on the personal physician who was with him when he died. Dr. Conrad Murray has emerged as the central figure in the ongoing probe into Jackson's June 25 death.

August 11th, 2009 Jackson merchandise deal delayedLOS ANGELES —Michael Jackson fans will have to wait a little longer for official merchandise after a judge delayed his approval of key contracts. Los Angeles Superior Court Judge Mitchell Beckloff declined to rule on merchandising deals after the singer's mother raised several issues.

August 10th, 2009 Results of Jackson autopsy to remain sealedLOS ANGELES —Coroner's investigators have completed their probe into the death of Michael Jackson but are not releasing the results yet, authorities said Monday. The Los Angeles County coroner's office said police investigators requested that facts about what killed Jackson remain under a security hold while detectives investigate the events leading up to the pop icon's death.

July 30th, 2009 Questions abound in LA Jackson memorial probeLOS ANGELES — New City Attorney Carmen Trutanich promised to do things differently when he ran for office this year. Less than a month after taking the job, he's created a whirl of questions at City Hall about his approach after announcing he's investigating possible criminal activity linked to city expenditures involved in Michael Jackson's lavish memorial.

July 28th, 2009 AP Source: Jackson doc said he'd administered drugLOS ANGELES — A law enforcement official with knowledge of the investigation into Michael Jackson's death says the singer's doctor told investigators he administered the powerful anesthetic that authorities believe killed the pop star. The official, who requested anonymity because the probe is ongoing, told The Associated Press on Tuesday that Dr.

July 21st, 2009 'Criminal aspects' probed in Jackson memorial costLOS ANGELES — Investigators looking into the chain of events that led City Hall to spend an estimated $1.4 million for police protection and other services at Michael Jackson's memorial have turned up possible criminal wrongdoing, the city attorney said Tuesday. The disclosure two weeks after Jackson's lavish farewell came amid a public backlash over the taxpayer bill, which included more than $48,000 for sandwiches brought in for police from 70 miles away.

July 15th, 2009 Coroner's official seeks records from Jackson docBEVERLY HILLS, Calif. — A county coroner's official visited the office of Michael Jackson's dermatologist on Tuesday to follow up on a subpoena seeking additional medical records.

July 10th, 2009 LAPD: Michael Jackson's drug history to be probedLOS ANGELES — Detectives investigating the death of Michael Jackson are looking at his prescription drug history and trying to talk with his numerous former doctors, the Los Angeles police chief said. Chief William Bratton told CNN that police are waiting for the coroner's report before ruling out any possibilities in their "comprehensive" investigation into the sudden death of the 50-year-old pop star two weeks ago.

July 9th, 2009 LA seeks ways to pass on cost for Jackson memorialLOS ANGELES — As the final cost of Michael Jackson's memorial service was being calculated, city officials cast about Wednesday to find ways to have others help pick up the multimillion-dollar bill. City attorney Carmen Trutanich said his office was investigating how the financially troubled city can legally press third parties to pick up at least some of the tab, which could total as much as $4 million for police overtime and other services.

July 9th, 2009 LA seeks donations to pay for Jackson memorial tabLOS ANGELES — As the final cost of Michael Jackson's memorial service was being calculated, city officials cast about Wednesday to find ways to have others help pick up the multimillion-dollar bill. City attorney Carmen Trutanich said his office was investigating how the financially troubled city can legally press third parties to pick up at least some of the tab, which could total as much as $4 million for police overtime and other services.

July 2nd, 2009 AP source: Jackson kin considering LA ColiseumLOS ANGELES — One site under consideration for a public Michael Jackson memorial is the Los Angeles Coliseum, where the Los Angeles Lakers held their championship celebration last month. A City Hall official not authorized to speak publicly says representatives for the Jackson family have inquired about using the site.

June 29th, 2009 Attorney: Promoters owe Jackson doctor moneyLOS ANGELES — An attorney for Michael Jackson's doctor says the cardiologist is owed $300,000 by the promoter of the star's planned concerts in London. Houston attorney Edward Chernoff said Sunday that AEG Live is two months behind on paying Dr.

June 15th, 2009 Key figure pleads guilty in Detroit sludge probeDETROIT — A Detroit businessman pleaded guilty Monday to conspiring to bribe a City Council member in exchange for supporting a $47 million-a-year sludge-hauling contract. Rayford Jackson says he arranged for bribes totaling more than $6,000 to the council member, who was not named in federal court documents or during the plea hearing.

June 15th, 2009 US files more charges in Detroit sludge probeDETROIT — Federal authorities have charged a man with conspiring to pay at least $6,000 to a Detroit City Council member in exchange for supporting a sludge-hauling contract with a Texas company. Rayford Jackson was charged with conspiracy Monday.

April 20th, 2009 Rev. Jackson seeks Iran trip to free US journalistCYBERJAYA, Malaysia — The Rev. Jesse Jackson says he would like to travel to Iran to personally appeal for the release of a U.S.