LOS ANGELES-Entertainment giant MGM signs $500 million deal--one of the largest in SoCal history--for space in a high-rise that hasn't been built yet.

DUBLIN, CA-Property owners and their lawyers say proposed zoning for their land is inappropriate and too restrictive. Their concerns will be addressed at a City Council meeting scheduled for Dec. 19.

BOSTON-After losing its anchor tenant, Modern Continental Enterprises receives a commitment to lease 28,000-sf of space at Independence Wharf. The 14-story former factory building is being converted to Class A office space.

SEATTLE-The former president a Seattle-based real estate appraisal and consulting firm, Arscott will be involved in property acquisitions, dispositions and development projects throughout the United States.