STAR POWER ... AT 7TH AND MONTANA!

It was lights, camera, action at 7th and Montana this morning as the stars turned out in record numbers. No doubt -- like me -- they were hoping for a chance to catch the Notorious Neighborhood Newspaper Thief in action. California's first lady, Maria (pictured above) made the scene with her brother, Our Favorite City Councilman. Desperate Housewife Marcia (pictured below) arrived moments later, apparently desperate for a latte. Sorry about the poor quality of these photos -- a dark shot of Maria and a clear image of the back of Marcia's head -- but, unfortunately, people who are in the public eye are always on the lookout for Spycams. At least I got photos of them, which is more than I can say in the case of Steven Spielberg, who made the scene earlier this week. His order -- a Grande, No Fat, Three Pump Chai Latte, no water, no foam -- was longer than Schindler's List. At least the Baristas got it done in one take ...!