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LA Public Library to celebrate the life and legacy of LA’s first Black librarian, Miriam Matthews

date: 2024-12-08, updated: 2024-12-08, from: The LAist

Miriam Matthews was the city’s first Black librarian, as well as a tireless advocate for the arts and against censorship. On Wednesday, Dec. 11, LAPL’s Hyde Park Miriam Matthews Branch will honor its namesake.


https://laist.com/news/los-angeles-activities/la-public-library-to-celebrate-the-life-and-legacy-of-las-first-black-librarian-miriam-matthews


How many species could go extinct from climate change? It depends on how hot it gets.

date: 2024-12-08, updated: 2024-12-08, from: The LAist

A new study projects biodiversity threats if global warming speeds up. Under the most extreme scenarios, about one in three species could be facing extinction by the end of the century.


https://laist.com/news/climate-environment/how-many-species-could-go-extinct-from-climate-change-it-depends-on-how-hot-it-gets


California’s employment safety net is still broken. Will anyone fix it?

date: 2024-12-08, updated: 2024-12-08, from: The LAist

California’s unemployment system crashed during the pandemic. Now, the system continues to see fraud and questions about its funding model.


https://laist.com/news/californias-employment-safety-net-is-still-broken-will-anyone-fix-it


PSA: The person holding a lottery ticket worth nearly $200 million has just hours left to claim the prize

date: 2024-12-07, updated: 2024-12-07, from: The LAist

The Mega Millions ticket was sold at a Chevron station on Ventura Blvd. Dec. 8 of last year.


https://laist.com/news/psa-theres-a-winning-lottery-ticket-worth-some-200-million-floating-out-there-it-expires-today


Safe Travels and Happy Holidays!

date: 2024-12-07, from: City of Santa Clarita

By City Manager Ken Striplin The holiday season is in full swing, filling Santa Clarita with festive cheer. It’s the perfect time to embrace traditions, gather with loved ones and travel around the City to shop, celebrate and visit friends and family. During this busy season, safe and well-maintained roads become even more valuable, ensuring […]

The post Safe Travels and Happy Holidays! appeared first on City of Santa Clarita.


https://santaclarita.gov/blog/2024/12/07/safe-travels-and-happy-holidays/


Elevated fire risk through Wednesday as warmer weather and Santa Anas return

date: 2024-12-07, updated: 2024-12-07, from: The LAist

As warmer weather and a bout of Santa Ana winds come to Southern California, the National Weather Service is warning of an elevated risk of fire weather conditions until Wednesday.


https://laist.com/news/climate-environment/elevated-fire-risk-through-wednesday-as-warmer-weather-and-santa-anas-return


This little electric car made history. 25 years ago, GM stopped making it

date: 2024-12-07, updated: 2024-12-07, from: The LAist

The EV1 was the first modern, mass-produced electric vehicle from a major automaker — pioneering some technologies you can still find in today’s EVs. But the model was controversial, and short-lived.


https://laist.com/news/transportation/ev1-first-electric-car-25th-anniversary-general-motors


USDA orders testing across nation’s milk supply amid rising bird flu cases

date: 2024-12-07, updated: 2024-12-07, from: The LAist

California is reporting the highest number of infections. At least 58 people have been infected with bird flu, including one child.


https://laist.com/news/health/usda-orders-testing-across-nations-milk-supply-amid-rising-bird-flu-cases


There’s a damaged castle out in Death Valley with a wild history. It’s now open for tour

date: 2024-12-07, updated: 2024-12-07, from: The LAist

Nicknamed “Scotty’s Castle,” the property has an origin story built on the improbable friendship between a conman and a transplant millionaire who was his mark.


https://laist.com/news/los-angeles-activities/damaged-scottys-castle-death-valley-now-open-for-tour


Go Fact Yourself quiz for December 7

date: 2024-12-07, updated: 2024-12-07, from: The LAist

Our celebrity panelists Marc Summers and Michaela Watkins go head to head this week on their knowledge of the talent competition TV show Star Search and pottery. Think you might know more than they do? Go Fact Yourself!


https://laist.com/news/arts-and-entertainment/go-fact-yourself-quiz-for-december-7


Go Fact Yourself quiz for December 7

date: 2024-12-07, updated: 2024-12-07, from: The LAist

Our celebrity panelists Marc Summers and Michaela Watkins go head to head this week on their knowledge of the talent competition TV show Star Search and pottery. Think you might know more than they do? Go Fact Yourself!


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California shorted prisoners on money for their release. It’s ending the practice

date: 2024-12-07, updated: 2024-12-07, from: The LAist

California prisons are supposed to give $200 in gate money to people leaving incarceration. Many did not receive the full amount because of deductions.


https://laist.com/news/criminal-justice/california-shorted-prisoners-on-money-for-their-release-its-ending-the-practice


California’s initial water allocation forecast is just 5%

date: 2024-12-07, updated: 2024-12-07, from: The LAist

Don’t despair just yet.


https://laist.com/news/climate-environment/californias-initial-water-allocation-forecast


Applications Now Being Accepted for City’s Planning Commissioner Position

date: 2024-12-06, from: City of Santa Clarita

The City of Santa Clarita encourages interested and qualified residents to apply for an unscheduled vacancy position on the City’s Planning Commission as a result of Patsy Ayala’s election to the District 1 seat on the Santa Clarita City Council. The unexpired term ends December 31, 2026. The Planning Commission advises the City Council on […]

The post Applications Now Being Accepted for City’s Planning Commissioner Position appeared first on City of Santa Clarita.


https://santaclarita.gov/blog/2024/12/06/applications-now-being-accepted-for-citys-planning-commissioner-position-2/


Warm and dry weather this weekend

date: 2024-12-06, updated: 2024-12-06, from: The LAist

Friday and Saturday to be the warmest days of the week.


https://laist.com/news/climate-environment/warm-and-dry-weather-this-weekend


Why we see unhealthy air over the holidays

date: 2024-12-06, updated: 2024-12-06, from: The LAist

Wildfires, fireworks, and fireplaces can have a serious impact on air quality in SoCal.


https://laist.com/news/climate-environment/unhealthy-air-socal-holidays-explained


Slingshot spiders rely on good vibrations to catch supper

date: 2024-12-06, updated: 2024-12-06, from: The LAist

The tiny ray spider uses launches its web to grab its prey out of the air. Though common practice in the superhero world, this ability is actually unusual in spiders.


https://laist.com/news/climate-environment/slingshot-spiders-rely-on-good-vibrations-to-catch-supper


Avalon captures CIF-SS championship

date: 2024-12-06, from: Catalina Islander

It might have been fate. It may have been divine intervention. It was definitely something from within. Something took over the Avalon High football team this year and it propelled a group of boys over the top this year, as the Lancers captured the second CIF-SS Eight-man Football Championship in school history. As the 100-year […]


https://thecatalinaislander.com/avalon-captures-cif-ss-championship/


Upcoming programs at Avalon Public Library

date: 2024-12-06, from: Catalina Islander

For the Islander Creation Station. Tuesday, Dec. 10 at 4 p.m.: Join us to make your own wooden model airplane! Loteria! Tuesday, Dec. 10 at 6 p.m.: Come learn how to play the wonderful Mexican Bingo game Loteria! Candy for prizes! Ages 11 and up Everything You Ever Wanted to Know About Catalina But Are […]


https://thecatalinaislander.com/upcoming-programs-at-avalon-public-library/


Community set to honor Lolo Saldana

date: 2024-12-06, from: Catalina Islander

If smiles were currency, Lolo Saldana left this earth having earned a fortune in goodwill. Remarkably, Lolo seemingly achieved so much with the mere power of good intentions, love of country, and living with a humble heart. Lolo passed away on Dec. 1 after living an enchanted life of 95 years. “Lolo is already being […]


https://thecatalinaislander.com/community-set-to-honor-lolo-saldana/


Avalon approves plan to build kids park

date: 2024-12-06, from: Catalina Islander

By Charles M. Kelly The City Council recently approved a proposal to buy and build Avalon Kids Park. The money would be reallocated to the project from Avalon’s Capital Improvement Funds that came from Prop. 68 to enhance park infrastructure, according to the Nov. 19 staff report by Community Services Manager David Hart. Avalon will […]


https://thecatalinaislander.com/avalon-approves-plan-to-build-kids-park/


Threat prompts California legislators, staffers to evacuate state Capitol

date: 2024-12-06, updated: 2024-12-06, from: The LAist

The Office of the Secretary of the Senate says law enforcement is working to determine the threat’s credibility.


https://laist.com/news/politics/california-state-capitol-evacuated-threat


Harbor Activity Report November 2024

date: 2024-12-06, from: Catalina Islander

Courtesy of Avalon Harbor Department This Thanksgiving weekend was beautiful (minus the Small Craft Advisory on Thanksgiving night!). We had the pleasure of two visiting yacht clubs, Shoreline (18 boats) and Horizon. We very much appreciate the off-season visits. The weather was interesting: This November saw the coldest high temperature since 2011, the coldest low […]


https://thecatalinaislander.com/harbor-activity-report-november-2024/


Did your county back Trump more this time than in 2020?

date: 2024-12-06, updated: 2024-12-06, from: The LAist

President-elect Donald Trump increased his vote share in 45 of 58 counties in the 2024 California election results.


https://laist.com/news/did-your-county-back-trump-more-this-time-than-in-2020


How is California’s big plan to get help for people living with mental illness going in LA? Depends on who you ask

date: 2024-12-06, updated: 2024-12-06, from: The LAist

One year in, L.A. County has received about 15% of the petitions it was projected to have during the first six months of CARE Court.


https://laist.com/news/health/how-is-californias-big-plan-to-get-help-for-people-living-with-mental-illness-going-in-la-depends-on-who-you-ask


It’s time to get rid of those Thanksgiving leftovers in your fridge

date: 2024-12-06, updated: 2024-12-07, from: The LAist

Experts say stick with USDA rules: four days then dump; but here’s how to make your next holiday leftovers last.


https://laist.com/news/food/get-rid-of-those-thanksgiving-leftovers-in-your-fridge


NASA delays Artemis II human moon mission once again as it wraps up heat shield investigation

date: 2024-12-06, updated: 2024-12-06, from: The LAist

The mission to take four astronauts on a trip around the moon and back, previously targeting a launch at the end of 2025, has been delayed until at least April 2026.


https://laist.com/news/nasa-delays-artemis-ii-human-moon-mission-once-again-as-it-wraps-up-heat-shield-investigation


California’s first wireless charging road is coming to UCLA. Here’s how it’ll work

date: 2024-12-06, updated: 2024-12-06, from: The LAist

As part of an almost $20 million grant, UCLA will install the state’s first electric charging roadway that will allow its BruinBus fleet to charge on the go.


https://laist.com/news/climate-environment/californias-first-wireless-charging-road-is-coming-to-ucla-heres-what-to-expect


Andrew Do is out, Janet Nguyen is in. What does that mean for District 1 in Orange County?

date: 2024-12-06, updated: 2024-12-06, from: The LAist

Nguyen says she wants to restore public trust and prioritize efficiency.


https://laist.com/news/politics/andrew-do-is-out-janet-nguyen-is-in-what-does-that-mean-for-district-1-in-orange-county


Actor Issa Rae opens new restaurant in South LA

date: 2024-12-06, updated: 2024-12-06, from: The LAist

Located along the Slauson Corridor, Somerville is designed to be “a tribute to South Central L.A.’s Golden Age.”


https://laist.com/news/food/actor-issa-rae-opens-new-restaurant-in-south-la


Should US citizens in mixed-status families submit a FAFSA?

date: 2024-12-06, updated: 2024-12-06, from: The LAist

Families have voiced concerns about how their personal data might be used under a second Trump administration.


https://laist.com/news/education/mixed-status-fafsa-cadaa-financial-aid-undocumented-trump-administration


From SoCal to Cuba: The Cal State Long Beach jazz ensemble bringing its unique rhythms to the Caribbean

date: 2024-12-06, updated: 2024-12-06, from: The LAist

Pacific Standard Time vocal jazz ensemble prepares for their cultural exchange trip to Cuba.


https://laist.com/news/arts-and-entertainment/cal-state-long-beach-jazz-ensemble-caribbean


Cheap Fast Easts visits Alhambra to find tasty bites on a budget

date: 2024-12-06, updated: 2024-12-06, from: The LAist

We travel to the San Gabriel Valley to try bargain-priced Thai lunch combos, Northern Chinese pan-fried dumplings, and Malaysian brunch.


https://laist.com/news/food/cheap-fast-easts-visits-alhambra-to-find-tasty-bites-on-a-budget


When it comes to bagels, LA is eating New York’s breakfast

date: 2024-12-06, updated: 2024-12-06, from: The LAist

“We make the food grandma would make with a full sleeve of tats and septum piercing,” says the owner of Belle’s Bagels.


https://laist.com/news/food/when-it-comes-to-bagels-la-is-eating-new-yorks-breakfast


LA officials say more city staff is needed to target thousands of illegal vacation rentals

date: 2024-12-06, updated: 2024-12-06, from: The LAist

The city estimates 7,500 homes are being illegally rented through online booking platforms. Here’s how they plan to crack down before the Olympics.


https://laist.com/news/housing-homelessness/la-city-officials-illegal-vacation-rentals


What would really happen if a tsunami hit the Bay Area?

date: 2024-12-05, updated: 2024-12-05, from: The LAist

You may have seen a tsunami hit San Francisco in a movie, but what would it really be like?


https://laist.com/news/climate-environment/what-would-really-happen-if-a-tsunami-hit-the-bay-area


How Potential Medicaid Cuts Could Play Out in California

date: 2024-12-05, updated: 2024-12-05, from: The LAist

As Donald Trump prepares to reenter the White House with a Republican-controlled Congress, health officials and community advocates in California worry that large-scale Medicaid cuts could be enacted as soon as next year. More than 60% of California’s $161 billion Medi-Cal budget comes from Washington.


https://laist.com/news/how-potential-medicaid-cuts-could-play-out-in-california


How sweet! A daily dose of dark chocolate may cut your risk of diabetes

date: 2024-12-05, updated: 2024-12-05, from: The LAist

A new study finds people who eat a small, daily serving of dark chocolate have a reduced risk of developing Type 2 diabetes. People who ate milk chocolate did not have a lower risk. Here’s why.


https://laist.com/news/health/how-sweet-a-daily-dose-of-dark-chocolate-may-cut-your-risk-of-diabetes


5 things Californians should know about tsunamis

date: 2024-12-05, updated: 2024-12-05, from: The LAist

What would it take for a tsunami to hit the California coast?


https://laist.com/news/climate-environment/5-things-californians-should-know-about-tsunamis


A 7.0 magnitude earthquake struck near Humboldt, causing damage and power outages

date: 2024-12-05, updated: 2024-12-06, from: The LAist

Shaking was likely felt as far away as Santa Maria and briefly prompted a tsunami warning.


https://laist.com/news/climate-environment/earthquake-tsunami-humboldt-coast


LAPD Presence Reported on Brand Blvd. in San Fernando

date: 2024-12-05, from: the San Fernando Valley Sun/el Sol de Valle San Fernando

There was heavy police activity led by the Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD) reported near the intersection of Brand Boulevard and Kewen Street in the City of San Fernando at […]

The post LAPD Presence Reported on Brand Blvd. in San Fernando appeared first on The San Fernando Valley Sun.


https://sanfernandosun.com/2024/12/05/lapd-presence-reported-on-brand-blvd-in-san-fernando/


Disney’s Frozen Comes to Life at The Cube!

date: 2024-12-05, from: City of Santa Clarita

By Councilwoman Marsha McLean The holidays are here, sparking feelings of joy, magic and closeness as we spend time with the ones we love—and what better way to create lasting memories with your family than bundling up in your coziest jackets, throwing on your warmest scarves and gliding along the ice at the local ice-skating […]

The post Disney’s Frozen Comes to Life at The Cube! appeared first on City of Santa Clarita.


https://santaclarita.gov/blog/2024/12/05/disneys-frozen-comes-to-life-at-the-cube/


Best things to do this weekend in LA and SoCal: Dec. 6 - 8

date: 2024-12-05, updated: 2024-12-06, from: The LAist

Tree lightings around town, the MLS Cup Final, VinylFest, a celebration of Alan Turing at Caltech, and more.


https://laist.com/news/arts-and-entertainment/best-things-to-do-this-weekend-los-angeles-southern-california-dec-6-8


Potential for advisory level wind gusts over mountains and below passes tonight into Friday

date: 2024-12-05, updated: 2024-12-05, from: The LAist

Less cloudy today than Wednesday.


https://laist.com/news/climate-environment/potential-for-advisory-level-wind-gusts-over-mountains-and-below-passes-tonight-into-friday


Residents ‘See Something and Say Something’ But SFPD is Slow to Respond

date: 2024-12-05, from: the San Fernando Valley Sun/el Sol de Valle San Fernando

With information provided to the San Fernando Valley Sun/el Sol Since San Fernando resident Edward Perales, a convicted felon, was released on a reduced bail last week, he has been […]

The post Residents ‘See Something and Say Something’ But SFPD is Slow to Respond appeared first on The San Fernando Valley Sun.


https://sanfernandosun.com/2024/12/04/residents-see-something-and-say-something-but-sfpd-is-slow-to-respond/


Trabajando Para Aumentar y Mejorar los Espacios Verdes en Todo el Valle

date: 2024-12-05, from: the San Fernando Valley Sun/el Sol de Valle San Fernando

Antes de la temporada navideña, un momento para que las familias se reúnan, se inauguró un nuevo parque recreativo de 50 acres en el corazón de Porter Ranch que ofrece […]

The post Trabajando Para Aumentar y Mejorar los Espacios Verdes en Todo el Valle appeared first on The San Fernando Valley Sun.


https://sanfernandosun.com/2024/12/04/trabajando-para-aumentar-y-mejorar-los-espacios-verdes-en-todo-el-valle/


El Concejo Municipal de San Fernando Continúa con las Audiencias Públicas Sobre la Propuesta de Ordenanza de Vivienda

date: 2024-12-05, from: the San Fernando Valley Sun/el Sol de Valle San Fernando

Durante una reciente reunión del Concejo Municipal de San Fernando, los concejales, los residentes y el personal de la ciudad discutieron una ordenanza propuesta que establecería una “zona de superposición […]

The post El Concejo Municipal de San Fernando Continúa con las Audiencias Públicas Sobre la Propuesta de Ordenanza de Vivienda appeared first on The San Fernando Valley Sun.


https://sanfernandosun.com/2024/12/04/el-concejo-municipal-de-san-fernando-continua-con-las-audiencias-publicas-sobre-la-propuesta-de-ordenanza-de-vivienda/


Horóscopo

date: 2024-12-05, from: the San Fernando Valley Sun/el Sol de Valle San Fernando

Por Holiday Mathis (Creators.com) ARIES (21 de mar – 19 de abr) Alguien tratará de impresionarte esta semana, pero verás directamente a través de cualquier exhibición de posesiones o privilegios, […]

The post Horóscopo appeared first on The San Fernando Valley Sun.


https://sanfernandosun.com/2024/12/04/horoscopo-192/


EVENTOS Locales – Semana de 5 de diciembre, 2024

date: 2024-12-05, from: the San Fernando Valley Sun/el Sol de Valle San Fernando

Viernes, Diciembre 6 Iluminación del Arbol de Sherman Oaks Galleria 15301 Ventura Blvd. Sherman Oaks 6 p.m. – 8 p.m. ¡Fotos GRATIS con Papá Noel! ¡Únase a nosotros para disfrutar […]

The post EVENTOS Locales – Semana de 5 de diciembre, 2024 appeared first on The San Fernando Valley Sun.


https://sanfernandosun.com/2024/12/04/eventos-locales-semana-de-5-de-deciembre-2024/


El Concejo de Los Ángeles Adopta la Ordenanza de ‘Ciudad Santuario’

date: 2024-12-05, from: the San Fernando Valley Sun/el Sol de Valle San Fernando

Por Jose HerreraCity News Service LOS ÁNGELES (CNS) – El Concejo Municipal de Los Ángeles adoptó formalmente una ordenanza de “ciudad santuario” el miércoles 4 de diciembre, prohibiendo el uso […]

The post El Concejo de Los Ángeles Adopta la Ordenanza de ‘Ciudad Santuario’ appeared first on The San Fernando Valley Sun.


https://sanfernandosun.com/2024/12/04/el-concejo-de-los-angeles-adopta-la-ordenanza-de-ciudad-santuario/


Los Supervisores del Condado de Los Ángeles Avanzan Hacia la Financiación Directa de los Servicios para Personas Sin Hogar

date: 2024-12-05, from: the San Fernando Valley Sun/el Sol de Valle San Fernando

La semana pasada, la Junta de Supervisores del Condado de Los Ángeles votó para explorar cómo podría reducir el presupuesto y los deberes de la Autoridad de Servicios para Personas […]

The post Los Supervisores del Condado de Los Ángeles Avanzan Hacia la Financiación Directa de los Servicios para Personas Sin Hogar appeared first on The San Fernando Valley Sun.


https://sanfernandosun.com/2024/12/04/los-supervisores-del-condado-de-los-angeles-avanzan-hacia-la-financiacion-directa-de-los-servicios-para-personas-sin-hogar/


La Junta de Supervisores de LA Co Aprueba un Grupo de Trabajo para Supervisar la Implementación de la Medida G

date: 2024-12-05, from: the San Fernando Valley Sun/el Sol de Valle San Fernando

Después de la aprobación por un estrecho margen de la Medida G en las elecciones presidenciales de 2024, la Junta de Supervisores del Condado de Los Ángeles aprobó por unanimidad […]

The post La Junta de Supervisores de LA Co Aprueba un Grupo de Trabajo para Supervisar la Implementación de la Medida G appeared first on The San Fernando Valley Sun.


https://sanfernandosun.com/2024/12/04/la-junta-de-supervisores-de-la-co-aprueba-un-grupo-de-trabajo-para-supervisar-la-implementacion-de-la-medida-g/


Tomando las Riendas de la Diputada Electa Rivas, la Senadora Menjívar Presenta una Proposición de Ley para Frenar la Silicosis

date: 2024-12-05, from: the San Fernando Valley Sun/el Sol de Valle San Fernando

La senadora estatal Caroline Menjivar está siguiendo los pasos de la congresista electa Luz Rivas para asumir el esfuerzo de proteger a los trabajadores de la fabricación de piedra de […]

The post Tomando las Riendas de la Diputada Electa Rivas, la Senadora Menjívar Presenta una Proposición de Ley para Frenar la Silicosis   appeared first on The San Fernando Valley Sun.


https://sanfernandosun.com/2024/12/04/tomando-las-riendas-de-la-diputada-electa-rivas-la-senadora-menjivar-presenta-una-proposicion-de-ley-para-frenar-la-silicosis/


México y Canadá se Distancian tras las Amenazas de Aranceles de Trump

date: 2024-12-05, from: the San Fernando Valley Sun/el Sol de Valle San Fernando

Associated Press CIUDAD DE MÉXICO (AP) — La amenaza del presidente electo de Estados Unidos, Donald Trump, de imponer aranceles a sus vecinos no solo generó preocupación en México y […]

The post México y Canadá se Distancian tras las Amenazas de Aranceles de Trump appeared first on The San Fernando Valley Sun.


https://sanfernandosun.com/2024/12/04/mexico-y-canada-se-distancian-tras-las-amenazas-de-aranceles-de-trump/


Citing LAist’s reporting, an OC congressman raises alarm about misuse of taxpayer funds

date: 2024-12-05, updated: 2024-12-05, from: The LAist

Orange County Board of Supervisors Chair Don Wagner said he shared the concerns regarding funds granted to the nonprofit Mind OC.


https://laist.com/news/politics/oc-congressman-concerns-taxpayer-funds-mind-oc


Janet Nguyen sworn in as Orange County supervisor to fill seat left vacant by Andrew Do

date: 2024-12-05, updated: 2024-12-05, from: The LAist

Nguyen was able to take office weeks early to fill the vacancy caused Do’s resignation.


https://laist.com/news/politics/janet-nguyen-sworn-in-as-orange-county-supervisor-to-fill-seat-left-vacant-by-andrew-do


All Raw Farm milks recalled over bird flu — but can you actually get the virus by drinking it?

date: 2024-12-05, updated: 2024-12-05, from: The LAist

An infectious disease expert explains how viral load, and how it’s ingested, can all play a role.


https://laist.com/news/health/raw-milk-cream-recall-bird-flu-raw-farms-unpasturized-dairy


Los Angeles formally adopts sanctuary city law. Here’s what that means

date: 2024-12-05, updated: 2024-12-05, from: The LAist

The council initially approved the ordinance on Nov. 19, but made some minor language changes, requiring a second vote.


https://laist.com/news/politics/los-angeles-sanctuary-city-law


Got a fireplace? Keep it cold, much of SoCal under wood burning ban

date: 2024-12-04, updated: 2024-12-04, from: The LAist

The ban also includes wax or paper fire logs.


https://laist.com/news/climate-environment/got-a-fireplace-keep-it-cold-much-of-socal-under-wood-burning-ban


California Bill Would Protect Schools, Child Care Centers From Immigration Raids

date: 2024-12-04, updated: 2024-12-04, from: The LAist

California lawmaker says President-elect Donald Trump’s pledge to deport undocumented immigrants has created fear for students and families.


https://laist.com/news/education/california-bill-would-protect-schools-child-care-centers-from-immigration-raids


Black California students want more support. A new law names colleges that serve them best

date: 2024-12-04, updated: 2024-12-05, from: The LAist

A new California law creates a Black-Serving Institution designation for colleges and universities that excel in supporting student success.


https://laist.com/news/education/black-california-students-want-more-support-a-new-law-names-colleges-that-serve-them-best


Naples seawall needs replacing. Long Beach is looking for $125 million to do so

date: 2024-12-04, updated: 2024-12-04, from: The LAist

The wall protects some of Long Beach’s toniest homes from tidewaters. With no cash for repairs, the city could ask property owners to foot the bill.


https://laist.com/news/naples-seawall-needs-replacing-long-beach-is-looking-for-125-million-to-do-so


Mild temperatures today ahead of a warmer weekend

date: 2024-12-04, updated: 2024-12-04, from: The LAist

Low clouds will continue until the afternoon.


https://laist.com/news/climate-environment/mild-temperatures-today-ahead-of-a-warmup-into-the-weekend


High schools moved on from college for all. Will Trump come through for job training?

date: 2024-12-04, updated: 2024-12-04, from: The LAist

Career and technical education has strong bipartisan support. But some education experts fear its growth may come at the expense of college preparation programs.


https://laist.com/news/education/high-schools-college-for-all-trump-job-training


Hollywood’s flopping. Send in the clowns!

date: 2024-12-04, updated: 2024-12-04, from: The LAist

A peculiar figure is reigning supreme in the shadow of the mainstream entertainment industry: clowns! We explore why.


https://laist.com/news/arts-and-entertainment/hollywood-clowns-los-angeles-clowning-ai


Finding family services is hard. How South LA built a one-stop shop for people with young kids

date: 2024-12-04, updated: 2024-12-04, from: The LAist

Families in crisis have to knock on multiple doors to find services, often getting turned away before they can find help. In South L.A., 42 organizations are working together to make sure families are taken care of.


https://laist.com/news/education/early-childhood-education-pre-k/partners-children-south-los-angeles-housing-child-care-intake


West Hills man posing as royal faces federal fraud charges after allegedly using money to buy luxury cars and thrones

date: 2024-12-04, updated: 2024-12-04, from: The LAist

The DOJ allege he used the $5.9 million raised fraudulently to buy luxury cars and thrones.


https://laist.com/news/man-posing-as-royal-faces-federal-fraud-charges-used-money-to-buy-luxury-cars-and-thrones


Hochman takes oath as LA County’s new DA; vows to reject ‘extreme’ policies

date: 2024-12-04, updated: 2024-12-04, from: The LAist

Nathan Hochman succeeds George Gascón, known as the godfather of progressive prosecutors.


https://laist.com/news/politics/nathan-hochman-takes-oath-of-office-la-county-district-attorney


Ontario man arrested for allegedly sending arms, military items to North Korea

date: 2024-12-03, updated: 2024-12-04, from: The LAist

The Department of Justice complaint alleges the 41-year-old man concealed guns, ammo and military devices in shipping containers that were sent out of Long Beach.


https://laist.com/news/criminal-justice/ontario-man-arrested-for-allegedly-sending-arms-military-items-to


LA and OC certify November election results

date: 2024-12-03, updated: 2024-12-04, from: The LAist

Turnout was down, voting in person was up.


https://laist.com/news/politics/oc-certifies-november-election-results


The fight against medical debt is pivoting to the states after Trump’s election

date: 2024-12-03, updated: 2024-12-03, from: The LAist

Patient and consumer advocates fear a new Trump administration will scale back federal efforts to expand financial protections for patients and shield them from debt.


https://laist.com/news/health/the-fight-against-medical-debt-is-pivoting-to-the-states-after-trumps-election


Orange County supervisors approve outside audit of county contracts after Andrew Do scandal

date: 2024-12-03, updated: 2024-12-03, from: The LAist

The audit, which will cover contracts between January 2019 and August 2024, will be more limited in scope than what was first proposed.


https://laist.com/news/politics/orange-county-supervisors-approve-outside-audit-of-county-contracts-after-andrew-do-scandal


After dismal year for financial aid, FAFSA is (mostly) back on track

date: 2024-12-03, updated: 2024-12-03, from: The LAist

The U.S. Department of Education expects to get 1 million financial aid applications from students across the country by Tuesday.


https://laist.com/news/education/fafsa-financial-aid-2025-update-million-applications


California has a new Legislature — while votes are still being counted

date: 2024-12-03, updated: 2024-12-03, from: The LAist

A bill would give county election offices more resources and guidance to speed up the notoriously slow vote count in California. State legislators take the oath office before the results are certified.


https://laist.com/news/politics/california-has-a-new-legislature-while-votes-are-still-being-counted


Californians pay billions for power companies’ wildfire prevention efforts. Are they cost-effective?

date: 2024-12-03, updated: 2024-12-03, from: The LAist

After utility equipment sparked tragic wildfires, PG&E, SCE and SDG&E received state approval to collect $27 billion from ratepayers.


https://laist.com/news/climate-environment/californians-pay-billions-for-power-companies-wildfire-prevention-efforts


Taking free LA County digital skills classes could land you a laptop

date: 2024-12-03, updated: 2024-12-03, from: The LAist

The program is aimed at closing a digital divide when it comes to access to the internet.


https://laist.com/news/los-angeles-county-offers-free-digital-skills-classes


Public Invited to Ribbon Cutting Ceremony for the Valencia Community Center

date: 2024-12-02, from: City of Santa Clarita

Join us as we open the third Community Center in Santa Clarita! The City of Santa Clarita is excited to invite the community to the ribbon cutting ceremony of the new Valencia Community Center! Join us on Monday, December 9 at 10:00 a.m. at Valencia Summit Park (26147 McBean Parkway – the former YMCA building) […]

The post Public Invited to Ribbon Cutting Ceremony for the Valencia Community Center appeared first on City of Santa Clarita.


https://santaclarita.gov/blog/2024/12/02/public-invited-to-ribbon-cutting-ceremony-for-the-valencia-community-center/


Landlords are using AI to raise rents — and California cities are leading the pushback

date: 2024-12-02, updated: 2024-12-06, from: The LAist

California and federal prosecutors have accused software company RealPage of enriching itself ”at the expense of renters who pay inflated prices.”


https://laist.com/news/housing-homelessness/landlords-are-using-ai-to-raise-rents-and-california-cities-are-leading-the-pushback


Do you know what’s in your drugs? LA County libraries can help you find out

date: 2024-12-02, updated: 2024-12-02, from: The LAist

Thirteen locations in the library system are offering free fentanyl test strips.


https://laist.com/news/health/los-angeles-drugs-fentanyl-test-naloxone-narcan-harm-reduction


Top Democrats say they won’t just ‘Trump-proof’ California — they’ll make it affordable again

date: 2024-12-02, updated: 2024-12-02, from: The LAist

Gov. Newsom wants the California Legislature to prepare for the Trump administration, but its leaders also say they heard voters’ message on lowering the cost of living.


https://laist.com/news/politics/top-democrats-say-they-wont-just-trump-proof-california-theyll-make-it-affordable-again


California birth centers are shutting down. A lawmaker has a new plan to help them

date: 2024-12-02, updated: 2024-12-02, from: The LAist

Birth centers are midwife-run facilities that deliver babies outside of hospitals. They have struggled to stay in business in part because of strict state licensing requirements.


https://laist.com/news/health/california-birth-centers-are-shutting-down-a-lawmaker-has-a-new-plan-to-help-them


The 50 best albums of 2024

date: 2024-12-02, updated: 2024-12-02, from: The LAist

You can’t always know that it’s a great year for new music while it’s happening, but there was a sense from the very start of 2024 that we were in for a ride.


https://laist.com/news/arts-and-entertainment/50-best-albums-2024


Orange County supervisor calls for outside audit of all county contracts ‘directed or influenced’ by Andrew Do

date: 2024-12-02, updated: 2024-12-02, from: The LAist

Orange County Board of Supervisors will vote on the item at Tuesday’s meeting.


https://laist.com/news/politics/orange-county-supervisor-calls-outside-audit-county-contracts-directed-influenced-andrew-do


Golden State Freeway in Santa Clarita Closes for 3 Days for Construction

date: 2024-12-02, from: the San Fernando Valley Sun/el Sol de Valle San Fernando

SANTA CLARITA (CNS) – The Golden State (5) Freeway in Santa Clarita will be closed for three days, starting today, for construction of overhead signs as part of the North […]

The post Golden State Freeway in Santa Clarita Closes for 3 Days for Construction appeared first on The San Fernando Valley Sun.


https://sanfernandosun.com/2024/12/02/golden-state-freeway-in-santa-clarita-closes-for-3-days-for-construction/


Embark on a Festive Journey With the Holiday Light Tour

date: 2024-12-02, from: City of Santa Clarita

Enjoy Dazzling Displays of Holiday Lights, Décor and Fun With Santa Clarita Transit Grab your coziest coat, holiday spirit and join Santa Clarita Transit on the annual Holiday Light Tour! This festive and family-friendly journey showcases some of the most magical and spectacular holiday light displays, which you can view comfortably on board the Santa […]

The post Embark on a Festive Journey With the Holiday Light Tour appeared first on City of Santa Clarita.


https://santaclarita.gov/blog/2024/12/02/embark-on-a-festive-journey-with-the-holiday-light-tour/


Your Amazon delivery driver doesn’t actually work for Amazon. A union drive in Southern California is challenging that

date: 2024-12-02, updated: 2024-12-03, from: The LAist

A legal battle with national implications is shaking out with drivers in the city of Industry, Palmdale and Victorville as they challenge the tech giant’s delivery model.


https://laist.com/news/your-amazon-delivery-driver-doesnt-actually-work-for-amazon-a-union-drive-in-southern-california-is-challenging-that


Elevated fire risk for mountains and valleys over LA and Ventura County

date: 2024-12-02, updated: 2024-12-02, from: The LAist

Another dry and warm day on tap for the Southland.


https://laist.com/news/climate-environment/elevated-fire-risk-for-mountains-and-valleys-over-la-and-ventura-county


Best things to do this week in LA and SoCal: December 2 - 5

date: 2024-12-02, updated: 2024-12-02, from: The LAist

The Dandy Warhols at the Moroccan Lounge, holiday lights galore, a Jeopardy! bar trivia night, and more.


https://laist.com/news/arts-and-entertainment/best-things-to-do-los-angeles-southern-california-december-2-5


‘Opportunity of a lifetime’: Nathan Hochman to be sworn in Tuesday as LA County district attorney

date: 2024-12-02, updated: 2024-12-03, from: The LAist

Hochman will replace DA George Gascón, known as the godfather of progressive prosecutors.


https://laist.com/news/politics/nathan-hochman-to-be-sworn-in-tuesday-la-county-district-attorney


How to take climate change out of the culture wars

date: 2024-12-02, updated: 2024-12-02, from: The LAist

What if the resistance to climate science is not really about science at all?


https://laist.com/news/politics/climate-change-culture-wars


California has a plan to save Joshua trees

date: 2024-12-02, updated: 2024-12-02, from: The LAist

The long-term survival of western Joshua trees is threatened due to climate change, wildfires and land development.


https://laist.com/news/climate-environment/california-plan-to-save-joshua-trees


On climate change, the state Legislature is torn between resisting Trump and getting its own house in order

date: 2024-12-02, updated: 2024-12-02, from: The LAist

State lawmakers are set to gavel in a special session


https://laist.com/news/climate-environment/climate-change-state-legislature-resisting-trump-own-house-in-order


How to take climate change out of the culture wars

date: 2024-12-02, updated: 2024-12-02, from: The LAist

What if the resistance to climate science is not really about science at all?


https://laist.com/news/climate-environment/climate-change-culture-wars


California has a plan to save Joshua trees

date: 2024-12-02, updated: 2024-12-02, from: The LAist

The long-term survival of western Joshua trees is threatened due to climate change, wildfires and land development.


https://laist.com/news/california-plan-to-save-joshua-trees


California’s Republican caucus is growing and more diverse, but it’s a long way from power

date: 2024-12-02, updated: 2024-12-02, from: The LAist

California Republicans could take three Legislative seats from Democrats with diverse candidates, signaling potential voter shifts amid frustration with high costs and policies.


https://laist.com/news/californias-republican-caucus-is-growing-and-more-diverse-but-its-a-long-way-from-power


Trump nominee for education secretary would come backed with detailed policy agenda

date: 2024-12-02, updated: 2024-12-02, from: The LAist

Trump has not publicly charged her with shutting down the U.S. Department of Education.


https://laist.com/news/education/trump-nominee-for-education-secretary-would-come-backed-with-detailed-policy-agenda


O Christmas tree, O Christmas tree, which is more sustainable: real or plasticky?

date: 2024-12-01, updated: 2024-12-01, from: The LAist

It’s time to discuss one of the perennial debates of the holiday season. Are real Christmas trees or their fake counterparts more eco-friendly?


https://laist.com/news/o-christmas-tree-o-christmas-tree-which-is-more-sustainable-real-or-plasticky


date: 2024-12-01, updated: 2024-12-01, from: The LAist

Holiday fare like Home Alone and Elf are on the menu for most major U.S. airlines.


https://laist.com/news/thanksgiving-airplane-favorite-movies-shows


Street Symphony’s festival hopes to bring joy and music to Skid Row – and they need volunteers

date: 2024-12-01, updated: 2024-12-01, from: The LAist

The RE/Sound Festival, now in its second year, features a multi-genre lineup, and about 100 volunteers are needed for support and outreach.


https://laist.com/news/los-angeles-activities/street-symphonys-festival-hopes-to-hopes-to-bring-joy-and-music-to-skid-row-and-they-need-volunteers


Busing people out of homelessness: How California’s relocation programs really work

date: 2024-12-01, updated: 2024-12-01, from: The LAist

Many California cities offer their homeless residents one-way bus tickets to other places.


https://laist.com/news/housing-homelessness/how-californias-homeless-relocation-programs-really-work


Japanese American National Museum in Little Tokyo to close main pavilion over next two years

date: 2024-12-01, updated: 2024-12-01, from: The LAist

The country’s premier museum about the Japanese American experience is undergoing an $85 million renovation.


https://laist.com/news/japanese-american-national-museum-janm-closes