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Our non-exhaustive list of great music out of SoCal in 2024

date: 2024-12-22, updated: 2024-12-22, from: The LAist

It’s hard to stay on top of all the great music coming out of Southern California, even if you live and breathe it. So here are a few recommendations from 2024 to get you started.


https://laist.com/news/arts-and-entertainment/our-non-exhaustive-list-of-great-music-out-of-socal-in-2024


date: 2024-12-22, updated: 2024-12-22, from: The LAist

The lawsuit alleges years of unanswered public record requests directed toward city offices, including the L.A. Department of Transportation.


https://laist.com/news/transportation/legal-aid-foundation-sues-city-of-la-alleging-lack-of-transparency-in-towing-practices


AAPI leaders in SoCal join renewed effort to confirm Julie Su as labor secretary

date: 2024-12-22, updated: 2024-12-22, from: The LAist

Su, formerly California’s top labor official, has served as President Joe Biden’s acting secretary of labor for nearly two years.


https://laist.com/news/politics/aapi-leaders-socal-join-call-to-confirm-julie-su-as-labor-secretary


These sign makers are restoring LA to its neon glory, one display at a time

date: 2024-12-22, updated: 2024-12-22, from: The LAist

Signmakers LA makes all kinds of signs, but they have become the go-to folks to fix and make vintage neon signs.


https://laist.com/news/los-angeles-activities/signmakers-neon-signs-los-angeles


Fourth Year of the SC2025 Strategic Plan

date: 2024-12-21, from: City of Santa Clarita

By City Manager Ken Striplin The new year is just around the corner and with the change of the calendar, we will be in the homestretch of the City’s Strategic Plan – Santa Clarita 2025 (SC2025). Looking back over the past 12 months, we checked off many key action items in this extensive Plan. Some […]

The post Fourth Year of the SC2025 Strategic Plan appeared first on City of Santa Clarita.


https://santaclarita.gov/blog/2024/12/21/fourth-year-of-the-sc2025-strategic-plan/


Saturday Night Live Alum Melissa Villaseñor to Host 65th Annual LA County Holiday Celebration

date: 2024-12-21, from: the San Fernando Valley Sun/el Sol de Valle San Fernando

Stand-up comedian, actor, voice impressionist, visual artist and Los Angeles native Melissa Villaseñor, who broke barriers by becoming the first-ever Latina cast member of Saturday Night Live, is set to […]

The post Saturday Night Live Alum Melissa Villaseñor to Host 65th Annual LA County Holiday Celebration appeared first on The San Fernando Valley Sun.


https://sanfernandosun.com/2024/12/21/saturday-night-live-alum-melissa-villasenor-to-host-65th-annual-la-county-holiday-celebration/


Blake Lively sues ‘It Ends With Us’ co-star alleging sexual harassment and retaliation

date: 2024-12-21, updated: 2024-12-21, from: The LAist

The lawsuit, filed on Friday, alleges inappropriate conduct perpetrated by film co-star and director Justin Baldoni, and lead producer Jamey Heath.


https://laist.com/news/arts-and-entertainment/blake-lively-sues-it-ends-with-us-co-star-for-sexual-harassment-and-retaliation


A pair of satellites will create artificial solar eclipses to study the sun

date: 2024-12-21, updated: 2024-12-21, from: The LAist

Astronomers hope the Proba-3 mission will help them get a better view of the corona, the sun’s outer atmosphere, which is even hotter than the sun’s surface.


https://laist.com/news/a-pair-of-satellites-will-create-artificial-solar-eclipses-to-study-the-sun


The FDA restricts a psychoactive mushroom used in some edibles

date: 2024-12-21, updated: 2024-12-21, from: The LAist

The Food and Drug Administration has told food manufacturers the psychoactive mushroom Amanita muscaria isn’t authorized for food, including edibles, because it doesn’t meet safety standards.


https://laist.com/news/food/the-fda-restricts-a-psychoactive-mushroom-used-in-some-edibles


In a lawsuit, CFPB says 3 top U.S. banks failed to protect consumers from Zelle fraud

date: 2024-12-21, updated: 2024-12-21, from: The LAist

The consumer financial watchdog says customers of the top three banks lost more than $870 million over seven years due to a lack of safeguards against fraud on the Zelle network.


https://laist.com/news/in-a-lawsuit-cfpb-says-3-top-u-s-banks-failed-to-protect-consumers-from-zelle-fraud


Go Fact Yourself quiz for December 21

date: 2024-12-21, updated: 2024-12-21, from: The LAist

Our celebrity panelists Cameron Esposito and Chris Grace go head to head this week on their knowledge of the TV series ‘The L Word’ and the podcast ‘Never Not Funny.’ Think you might know more than they do? Go Fact Yourself!


https://laist.com/news/arts-and-entertainment/go-fact-yourself-quiz-for-december-21


LAX is expecting some 3 million air passengers this holiday season

date: 2024-12-21, updated: 2024-12-21, from: The LAist

TSA is expecting record number of travelers nationally this year. Here’s what LAX is looking at.


https://laist.com/news/we-are-in-the-thick-of-holiday-travel-season-and-the-belly-of-the-beast-is-lax


LA County’s newest historical landmark is a grave that marks a little-known piece of CA history

date: 2024-12-21, updated: 2024-12-21, from: The LAist

The late Altadena resident Owen Brown was famed abolitionist John Brown’s son. Like his father, he also participated in the Harpers Ferry raid. Later, the younger Brown settled in Los Angeles.


https://laist.com/news/los-angeles-activities/la-county-historical-landmark-grave-altadena-california-history


Go Fact Yourself quiz for December 21

date: 2024-12-21, updated: 2024-12-21, from: The LAist

Our celebrity panelists Cameron Esposito and Chris Grace go head to head this week on their knowledge of the TV series ‘The L Word’ and the podcast ‘Never Not Funny.’ Think you might know more than they do? Go Fact Yourself!


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Asian American groups call for action against comments made by KFI host

date: 2024-12-21, updated: 2024-12-21, from: The LAist

Bill Handel has repeatedly referred to Asians as eating cats and dogs.


https://laist.com/news/asian-american-groups-call-for-action-against-comments-made-by-kfi-host


Are postpartum mothers getting support during the Kaiser mental health worker strike?

date: 2024-12-21, updated: 2024-12-21, from: The LAist

The union representing 2,400 picketing Kaiser employees says postpartum psychotherapy groups are being canceled.


https://laist.com/news/postpartum-mothers-psychotherapy-sessions-kaiser-mental-health-strike


University of California resolves federal complaints over its handling of discrimination cases

date: 2024-12-21, updated: 2024-12-21, from: The LAist

The U.S. Department of Education investigated complaints that five campuses didn’t properly address harassment or discrimination related to protests over the war in Gaza.


https://laist.com/news/education/university-of-california-resolution-federal-complaints-discrimination


Santa Ana Unified could lose 350 teachers and counselors due to budget cuts

date: 2024-12-20, updated: 2024-12-21, from: The LAist

The ending of federal and state COVID relief dollars, as well as declining enrollment, has resulted in a massive budget deficit.


https://laist.com/news/education/santa-ana-unified-layoffs-budget-cuts


Big Lots says it is having going-out-of-business sales as it seeks a new buyer

date: 2024-12-20, updated: 2024-12-20, from: The LAist

The national discount retailer says that a previously announced deal to sell itself to a private-equity group fell through.


https://laist.com/news/big-lots-going-out-of-business-sale


Renovations Coming to the Santa Clarita Public Library Valencia Branch

date: 2024-12-20, from: City of Santa Clarita

Temporary Curbside Pickup Available Renovations are coming to the Santa Clarita Public Library Valencia Branch! The Valencia Branch will be temporarily closed from December 21, 2024, through January 1, 2025, for a flooring renovation project. During this time, Library services will be available through the temporary curbside service or through the outdoor lockers, which are […]

The post Renovations Coming to the Santa Clarita Public Library Valencia Branch appeared first on City of Santa Clarita.


https://santaclarita.gov/blog/2024/12/20/renovations-coming-to-the-santa-clarita-public-library-valencia-branch/


Join the Team and Become a Lifeguard at the City of Santa Clarita!

date: 2024-12-20, from: City of Santa Clarita

Apply Now for This Upcoming Summer Season! The City of Santa Clarita is seeking enthusiastic individuals with a passion for swimming, exceptional customer service and community engagement to join our lifeguard team. This is a great way to make a difference in the community and promote water safety – all at a competitive pay rate! […]

The post Join the Team and Become a Lifeguard at the City of Santa Clarita! appeared first on City of Santa Clarita.


https://santaclarita.gov/blog/2024/12/20/join-the-team-and-become-a-lifeguard-at-the-city-of-santa-clarita/


Aliso Canyon to stay open despite local worries

date: 2024-12-20, updated: 2024-12-20, from: The LAist

The gas storage facility was the site of a huge methane leak in 2015.


https://laist.com/news/climate-environment/aliso-canyon-stay-open-local-worries


Avalon School celebrates 100 years

date: 2024-12-20, from: Catalina Islander

Island school grew to include high school in 1924 For the Islander Avalon School celebrated its centennial with a gala and multi-class reunion on Dec. 7, in the Casino ballroom and was attended by more than 250 guests. Eddie Hoffman and his girlfriend provided entertainment during dinner and the Buzz Balls provided excellent live entertainment […]


https://thecatalinaislander.com/avalon-school-celebrates-100-years/


City Council adopts annual growth policy for 2025

date: 2024-12-20, from: Catalina Islander

The City Council adopted the Annual Growth Policy for 2025 on Tuesday, Dec. 17. The Municipal Code requires the council to decide how much growth and what type of growth the city will allow, according to the staff report prepared by Contract Planner Kelly Ribuffo. “Southern California Edison (SCE) is not currently in any stage […]


https://thecatalinaislander.com/city-council-adopts-annual-growth-policy-for-2025/


Hellas Construction Inc. to improve Machado Field

date: 2024-12-20, from: Catalina Islander

The City Council on Dec. 17 authorized the city manager to execute a contract with Hellas Construction Inc. to improve Joe Machado Field. The maximum cost of the project is $60,000, according to the staff report by Community Services Manager David Hart. Background In June 2016, the council awarded a contract to Hellas Construction, Inc., […]


https://thecatalinaislander.com/hellas-construction-inc-to-improve-machado-field/


Sheriff’s Log: Dec. 4 to Dec. 16, 2024

date: 2024-12-20, from: Catalina Islander

The following is the Avalon’s Sheriff’s Stations significant incidents report for the period of Dec. 4 to Dec. 16, 2024. All suspects are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. Many people who are arrested do not get prosecuted in the first place and many who are prosecuted do not get convicted. […]


https://thecatalinaislander.com/sheriffs-log-dec-4-to-dec-16-2024/


Letter to the Editor: Remembering Lolo

date: 2024-12-20, from: Catalina Islander

Walking from home to the post office to pick up the mail was only a 5-minute walk. Lolo’s shop was right along the way. The wife was never concerned that it would take me an hour or more to pick up the mail. She knew I would always stop in for a visit with my […]


https://thecatalinaislander.com/letter-to-the-editor-remembering-lolo/


Saturday is the winter solstice. Make the most of the shortest day of the year

date: 2024-12-20, updated: 2024-12-20, from: The LAist

Saturday marks the shortest day of the year and the official start of winter in the Northern Hemisphere.


https://laist.com/news/winter-solstice-shortest-day-of-the-year


Unions make waves across Southern California campuses, learning from each other as they go

date: 2024-12-20, updated: 2024-12-20, from: The LAist

As faculty, graduate students and staff organize for better pay and benefits, they’re finding inspiration as they ask “can it work here?”


https://laist.com/news/education/unions-california-colleges-universities-usc-calarts


Judge hears closing arguments in ‘OC Snitch Scandal’ 2.0

date: 2024-12-20, updated: 2024-12-20, from: The LAist

At stake is a decades-old murder case and whether criminal defendants can be sure of a fair trial in Orange County.


https://laist.com/news/criminal-justice/judge-hearing-closing-arguments-orange-county-snitch-scandal


A small unit of volunteers helped fight Malibu’s Franklin Fire, here’s how they did it

date: 2024-12-20, updated: 2024-12-21, from: The LAist

After the devastating Woolsey Fire, residents and the fire department teamed up. Here’s their story.


https://laist.com/news/a-small-unit-of-volunteers-helped-fight-malibus-franklin-fire-heres-how-they-did-it


Starbucks workers say they will start striking at locations in L.A. and two other cities on Friday

date: 2024-12-20, updated: 2024-12-20, from: The LAist

Starbucks and Starbucks Workers United said in February they had come to common ground in moving forward for the rest of the year.


https://laist.com/news/starbucks-workers-strike-la-seattle-chicago


Partly cloudy skies with cooler temperatures

date: 2024-12-20, updated: 2024-12-20, from: The LAist

SoCal weather will cool down over the weekend and there’s a chance of rain on Christmas Eve.


https://laist.com/news/climate-environment/partly-cloudy-skies-with-cooler-temperatures


A year ago, Andrew Do called for LAist to fire our reporter. Catch up on what happened next

date: 2024-12-20, updated: 2024-12-20, from: The LAist

Nearly a year after LAist started investigating what happened to millions in taxpayer dollars, Do pleaded guilty to federal charges and resigned as an O.C. supervisor. Here are key takeaways from our investigation.


https://laist.com/news/politics/andrew-do-laist-fire-reporter-nick-gerda-investigation


We talked to 6 legendary LA delis to help you perfect your matzo ball soup

date: 2024-12-20, updated: 2024-12-20, from: The LAist

Sinkers or swimmers? We’ve gathered matzo ball tips and tactics to help you master the craft.


https://laist.com/news/food/best-matzo-ball-soup-la-deli-tips


Legendary LA delis spill their matzo ball soup secrets

date: 2024-12-20, updated: 2024-12-20, from: The LAist

Sinkers, swimmers: how to make the best matzo balls.


https://laist.com/news/food/la-delis-spill-their-matzo-ball-soup-secrets


Three more possible cases of bird flu in LA County cats; 4 cases confirmed

date: 2024-12-20, updated: 2024-12-20, from: The LAist

People are being urged to avoid raw milk and sick birds, and that includes your pets.


https://laist.com/news/health/more-possible-cases-of-bird-flu-in-la-county-cats


Santa Ana’s ‘community gem’ of a bookstore is at risk of shutting down

date: 2024-12-20, updated: 2024-12-20, from: The LAist

LibroMobile is a community arts, culture and history hub run by the city’s youth.


https://laist.com/news/santa-ana-bookstore-risk-of-shutting-down


A tamalada tradition keeps my fourth-gen Mexican American family connected to our roots

date: 2024-12-20, updated: 2024-12-20, from: The LAist

A cultural staple, the tamal helps bring members of the Curiel family together.


https://laist.com/news/food/tamalada-tradition-mexican-american-family-connected-to-roots


Look at those baby lizards! LA Zoo welcomes perentie hatchlings

date: 2024-12-20, updated: 2024-12-20, from: The LAist

The long-necked animals are among the world’s largest lizards.


https://laist.com/news/climate-environment/la-zoo-welcomes-perentie-hatchlings


CHIRLA Leads Rally in Downtown LA for International Migrants Day

date: 2024-12-19, from: the San Fernando Valley Sun/el Sol de Valle San Fernando

LOS ANGELES (CNS) – In honor of International Migrants Day, local organizations and hundreds of people rallied in downtown Los Angeles yesterday in an act of solidarity with immigrants, who […]

The post CHIRLA Leads Rally in Downtown LA for International Migrants Day appeared first on The San Fernando Valley Sun.


https://sanfernandosun.com/2024/12/19/chirla-leads-rally-in-downtown-la-for-international-migrants-day/


Newly elected LA City Councilmember Ysabel Jurado sets her eyes on public services, housing, and homelessness

date: 2024-12-19, updated: 2024-12-19, from: The LAist

Jurado shares her first time priorities after replacing incumbent Kevin de León to represent district 14.


https://laist.com/news/politics/newly-elected-la-city-councilmember-ysabel-jurado-sets-her-eyes-on-public-services-housing-and-homelessness


Researchers find vole-munching squirrels in East Bay park

date: 2024-12-19, updated: 2024-12-19, from: The LAist

For the first time, researchers captured squirrels in Contra Costa County hunting and killing voles, small rodents related to hamsters that typically weigh less than two ounces.


https://laist.com/news/researchers-find-vole-munching-squirrels-in-east-bay-park


What Are You Thankful For This Holiday Season?

date: 2024-12-19, from: City of Santa Clarita

By Mayor Pro Tem Laurene Weste  “The holiday season is a perfect time to reflect on our blessings and seek out ways to make life better for those around us.” – Anonymous   Reflecting on this past year, there are so many things to be thankful for. Whether it is our health, happiness or the […]

The post What Are You Thankful For This Holiday Season? appeared first on City of Santa Clarita.


https://santaclarita.gov/blog/2024/12/19/what-are-you-thankful-for-this-holiday-season/


California’s lemon law is changing and car buyers have fewer protections in the new year

date: 2024-12-19, updated: 2024-12-19, from: The LAist

Californians who purchase a clunker car in 2025 face a confusing year as new lemon law rules take effect and the state Supreme Court limited warranty protections for used vehicles.


https://laist.com/news/california-lemon-law-changes-fewer-protections-in-the-new-year


Want to visit Europe in 2025? You’ll need to apply for new travel authorization

date: 2024-12-19, updated: 2024-12-19, from: The LAist

In January 2025, the U.K. will require an electronic travel authorization for visitors and the European Union will require the same mid-2025.


https://laist.com/news/europe-2025-travel-authorization-requirement


LA County Supervisors are changing the way they do meetings, will it work to boost public input?

date: 2024-12-19, updated: 2024-12-19, from: The LAist

Supervisors plan to try a procedural change.


https://laist.com/news/politics/la-county-supervisors-are-changing-the-way-they-do-meetings-will-it-work-to-boost-public-input


Best things to do this weekend in Los Angeles and Southern California: December 20 - 22

date: 2024-12-19, updated: 2024-12-19, from: The LAist

A holiday movie double-header, Smorgasburg L.A.’s last weekend of the year, Kate Berlant at the Largo, and more of the best things to do.


https://laist.com/news/arts-and-entertainment/best-things-to-do-weekend-los-angeles-southern-california-december-20-22


Teen internships pave a pathway to careers — and belonging — in science

date: 2024-12-19, updated: 2024-12-19, from: The LAist

For more than 30 years, the California Science Center has worked to build a pathway for local teens to pursue careers in science, technology, engineering and mathematics.


https://laist.com/news/education/california-science-center-teen-high-school-internship-program-stem-career-pathways


Mostly sunny skies with mild temperatures

date: 2024-12-19, updated: 2024-12-19, from: The LAist

Still warm but no strong Santa Ana winds today.


https://laist.com/news/climate-environment/mostly-sunny-skies-with-mild-temperatures


How Andrew Do involved his second daughter in fraud scandal

date: 2024-12-19, updated: 2024-12-19, from: The LAist

Besides Rhiannon Do, Andrew Do’s other daughter received $100,000 in stolen taxpayer money, according to his plea deal.


https://laist.com/news/politics/how-andrew-do-involved-his-second-daughter-in-fraud-scandal


El Sorteo y Festival de Juguetes ‘Pacoima Holiday in the Park’ Trae Grandes Sonrisas

date: 2024-12-19, from: the San Fernando Valley Sun/el Sol de Valle San Fernando

A partir de las 6:00 a.m., las familias comenzaron a hacer fila en las aceras afuera del Parque Recreativo David Gonzales en Pacoima para el tercer sorteo anual de juguetes, […]

The post El Sorteo y Festival de Juguetes ‘Pacoima Holiday in the Park’ Trae Grandes Sonrisas appeared first on The San Fernando Valley Sun.


https://sanfernandosun.com/2024/12/18/el-sorteo-y-festival-de-juguetes-pacoima-holiday-in-the-park-trae-grandes-sonrisas/


¿Bolsa de Regalo? ¿Qué Bolsa de Regalo?

date: 2024-12-19, from: the San Fernando Valley Sun/el Sol de Valle San Fernando

Siempre me encantó bromear con mi papá que si buscabas la palabra “frugal”, ¡su foto estaría sonriendo justo al lado! Es solo un recordatorio divertido de lo ingenioso e inteligente […]

The post ¿Bolsa de Regalo? ¿Qué Bolsa de Regalo? appeared first on The San Fernando Valley Sun.


https://sanfernandosun.com/2024/12/18/bolsa-de-regalo-que-bolsa-de-regalo/


Horóscopo

date: 2024-12-19, from: the San Fernando Valley Sun/el Sol de Valle San Fernando

Por Holiday Mathis (Creators.com) ARIES (21 de mar – 19 de abr) El mundo natural proporciona todo el entorno que necesitas. Te sumergirás de cabeza en el movimiento y la […]

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


https://sanfernandosun.com/2024/12/18/horoscopo-194/


EVENTOS Locales – Semana de 19 de diciembre, 2024

date: 2024-12-19, from: the San Fernando Valley Sun/el Sol de Valle San Fernando

Sábado, Diciembre 21 Trek Santa Clarita Paseo de las Luces Navideñas Trek Bicycle Santa Clarita 26625 Bouquet Canyon Rd. Santa Clarita 6:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. Decora tu bicicleta con […]

The post EVENTOS Locales – Semana de 19 de diciembre, 2024 appeared first on The San Fernando Valley Sun.


https://sanfernandosun.com/2024/12/18/eventos-locales-semana-de-19-de-diciembre-2024/


El Accidente de Atropello y Fuga Que Mató a un Peatón en Arleta aún está Bajo Investigación

date: 2024-12-19, from: the San Fernando Valley Sun/el Sol de Valle San Fernando

En la víspera del Día de Acción de Gracias, Frank Padilla estaba cruzando la intersección de Terra Bella Street y Dorrington Avenue en Arleta cuando ocurrió una tragedia: un Dodge […]

The post El Accidente de Atropello y Fuga Que Mató a un Peatón en Arleta aún está Bajo Investigación appeared first on The San Fernando Valley Sun.


https://sanfernandosun.com/2024/12/18/el-accidente-de-atropello-y-fuga-que-mato-a-un-peaton-en-arleta-aun-esta-bajo-investigacion/


La Escuela Preparatoria de San Fernando Recibe un Nuevo Auto de Galpin Ford para el Programa Automotriz

date: 2024-12-19, from: the San Fernando Valley Sun/el Sol de Valle San Fernando

La semana pasada, el programa de Tecnología Automotriz de la Escuela Secundaria San Fernando (SFHS) recibió un Ford Explorer 2023 de Ford Motor Company y Galpin Ford Dealership, para ayudar […]

The post La Escuela Preparatoria de San Fernando Recibe un Nuevo Auto de Galpin Ford para el Programa Automotriz appeared first on The San Fernando Valley Sun.


https://sanfernandosun.com/2024/12/18/la-escuela-preparatoria-de-san-fernando-recibe-un-nuevo-auto-de-galpin-ford-para-el-programa-automotriz/


Caballos Rampantes, Bandas de Música y Lowriders Regresan para el 57º Desfile Anual de Pacoima

date: 2024-12-19, from: the San Fernando Valley Sun/el Sol de Valle San Fernando

Continuando con la tradición de difundir la alegría de la temporada y mostrar el orgullo de su comunidad de base, Pacoima celebró su 57º Desfile Navideño Anual el sábado 14 […]

The post Caballos Rampantes, Bandas de Música y Lowriders Regresan para el 57º Desfile Anual de Pacoima appeared first on The San Fernando Valley Sun.


https://sanfernandosun.com/2024/12/18/caballos-rampantes-bandas-de-musica-y-lowriders-regresan-para-el-57o-desfile-anual-de-pacoima/


El Aeropuerto de Van Nuys Invita a la Comunidad al Aeródromo para el Vuelo Anual de Santa Claus

date: 2024-12-19, from: the San Fernando Valley Sun/el Sol de Valle San Fernando

an típica, una fila de niños ansiosos saludaba y vitoreaba mientras Papá Noel volaba sobre sus cabezas en lo más parecido a un trineo, un pequeño avión de cuatro plazas. […]

The post El Aeropuerto de Van Nuys Invita a la Comunidad al Aeródromo para el Vuelo Anual de Santa Claus appeared first on The San Fernando Valley Sun.


https://sanfernandosun.com/2024/12/18/el-aeropuerto-de-van-nuys-invita-a-la-comunidad-al-aerodromo-para-el-vuelo-anual-de-santa-claus/


Campeón Juvenil de Kickboxing del Valle de San Fernando Logra Otra Victoria

date: 2024-12-19, from: the San Fernando Valley Sun/el Sol de Valle San Fernando

La multitud rugió cuando el joven de 15 años del Valle de San Fernando, Jermaine Soto Jr. “Triple J”, levantó victoriosamente sus puños en el aire. El pasado sábado 14 […]

The post Campeón Juvenil de Kickboxing del Valle de San Fernando Logra Otra Victoria appeared first on The San Fernando Valley Sun.


https://sanfernandosun.com/2024/12/18/campeon-juvenil-de-kickboxing-del-valle-de-san-fernando-logra-otra-victoria/


Tony Cárdenas es Homenajeado por el Concejo Municipal de Los Ángeles al Retirarse de Su Cargo Público

date: 2024-12-19, from: the San Fernando Valley Sun/el Sol de Valle San Fernando

Después de casi tres décadas de servicio público, el congresista Tony Cárdenas fue honrado en las cámaras del Concejo Municipal de Los Ángeles con una resolución por sus logros, ya […]

The post Tony Cárdenas es Homenajeado por el Concejo Municipal de Los Ángeles al Retirarse de Su Cargo Público appeared first on The San Fernando Valley Sun.


https://sanfernandosun.com/2024/12/18/tony-cardenas-es-homenajeado-por-el-concejo-municipal-de-los-angeles-al-retirarse-de-su-cargo-publico/


Malibu’s Franklin Fire is now completely contained

date: 2024-12-19, updated: 2024-12-19, from: The LAist

Dozens of structures were damaged or destroyed by the more than 4,000-acre blaze.


https://laist.com/news/climate-environment/malibus-franklin-fire-is-now-completely-contained


State of emergency issued over bird flu after infected cows found in SoCal

date: 2024-12-19, updated: 2024-12-19, from: The LAist

The declaration comes after infected cows were found at four Southern California dairies.


https://laist.com/news/health/california-bird-flu-emergency-newsom-dairy-milk-h5n1


FBI searches home of LA deputy mayor in connection with City Hall bomb threat

date: 2024-12-19, updated: 2024-12-19, from: The LAist

The LAPD called deputy mayor of public safety Brian Williams the “likely” source of the threat.


https://laist.com/news/criminal-justice/fbi-searches-la-deputy-mayor-home-bomb-threat


More infants in OC are getting exposed to harmful substances, report finds

date: 2024-12-18, updated: 2024-12-19, from: The LAist

The finding is among several in Orange County’s “Conditions of Children” report identifying youth and maternal health disparities.


https://laist.com/news/education/early-childhood-education-pre-k/more-infants-in-oc-are-getting-exposed-to-substances-report-finds


US to pay $116M settlement over rampant sexual abuse at California women’s prison

date: 2024-12-18, updated: 2024-12-18, from: The LAist

The lawsuits were brought by more than 100 women who say they were abused or mistreated at a now-shuttered federal prison in California that was known as the “rape club” because of rampant staff-on-inmate sexual misconduct.


https://laist.com/news/criminal-justice/settlement-sexual-abuse-dublin-prison


Watch where you park: Red flag restrictions in effect for parts of LA

date: 2024-12-18, updated: 2024-12-18, from: The LAist

No parking signs will be posted in the impacted areas until Thursday morning.


https://laist.com/news/transportation/red-flag-parking-restrictions-la


Billie Eilish thought she’d always have a soft voice. Singing lessons changed that

date: 2024-12-18, updated: 2024-12-18, from: The LAist

The Grammy Award-winning singer says working with a vocal coach “honestly changed my life.” Eilish and her brother/collaborator Finneas talk about their new album, Hit Me Hard and Soft.


https://laist.com/news/billie-eilish-singing-lessons


Topanga Canyon Boulevard is closing until this evening amid wildfire warnings. Here’s why

date: 2024-12-18, updated: 2024-12-18, from: The LAist

Officials say they don’t take these decisions lightly, but it’s about saving the lives of the thousands of people who live in the area.


https://laist.com/news/transportation/topanga-canyon-boulevard-closures-wildfire-warnings-explained


Biden administration approves California electric car mandate

date: 2024-12-18, updated: 2024-12-18, from: The LAist

The EPA granted California’s waiver, which the incoming Trump administration is likely to try to overturn in the courts.


https://laist.com/news/climate-environment/epa-approves-ca-electric-car-mandate


You don’t look a day over 4.35 billion! Here’s the moon’s anti-aging secret

date: 2024-12-18, updated: 2024-12-18, from: The LAist

Early interactions with the Earth may have heated up the Moon and caused it to remelt, producing new lunar rocks and erasing old craters.


https://laist.com/news/moon-age-jupiter-io-tidal-heating


Taking vitamin D is unlikely to prevent falls or fractures. Here’s what it does

date: 2024-12-18, updated: 2024-12-18, from: The LAist

Vitamin D is good for the immune system, but in older people it doesn’t prevent falls or fractures, according to health experts at the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force.


https://laist.com/news/vitamin-d-falls-fractures


Warm and windy conditions continue with risk of wildfires

date: 2024-12-18, updated: 2024-12-18, from: The LAist

Warmest temperatures of the week


https://laist.com/news/climate-environment/warm-and-windy-conditions-continue-with-risk-of-wildfires


Public employees often must disclose outside income and gifts to the public. Why aren’t top LA homelessness officials?

date: 2024-12-18, updated: 2024-12-19, from: The LAist

Out of hundreds of employees at the L.A. Homeless Services Authority, only the CEO currently files state-mandated disclosure forms meant to flag potential conflicts of interest, according to an LAist review of records. State officials say they will be looking into the issue after LAist brought it to their attention.


https://laist.com/news/housing-homelessness/lahsa-financial-disclosure-form-700-transparency


Pepperdine University survived the Franklin Fire and other devastating blazes. Campus officials aren’t surprised

date: 2024-12-18, updated: 2024-12-18, from: The LAist

Between fire-resistant construction and landscaping, the campus is meant to be a fire fortress.


https://laist.com/news/climate-environment/pepperdine-university-survived-the-franklin-fire-and-other-devastating-blazes-campus-officials-arent-surprised


Not just rent: How LA college students are using $1,000 of monthly guaranteed income

date: 2024-12-18, updated: 2024-12-18, from: The LAist

Students will receive the payments for one year. The program aims to bridge the gap between expenses and the region’s cost of living.


https://laist.com/news/education/how-la-college-students-are-using-monthly-guaranteed-income


Here’s how California plans to get millions of adults without college degrees into better jobs

date: 2024-12-18, updated: 2024-12-18, from: The LAist

Newsom’s job training plan would give students college credit for work experience and make it easier to get a state job without a degree.


https://laist.com/news/education/heres-how-california-plans-to-get-millions-of-adults-without-college-degrees-into-better-jobs


Renters with pets could get new protections under LA County proposal

date: 2024-12-18, updated: 2024-12-18, from: The LAist

Furry friends are not always welcome in L.A. apartments. Some elected leaders now want to overturn pet bans — but landlords say they exist for good reasons.


https://laist.com/news/housing-homelessness/los-angeles-county-renter-pet-protections-board-of-supervisors-vote-tenant-landlord-housing


LA County approves emergency declaration to address staffing problems at Los Padrinos Juvenile Hall

date: 2024-12-18, updated: 2024-12-18, from: The LAist

County officials said lack of staffing is still the biggest issue.


https://laist.com/news/criminal-justice/la-county-emergency-los-padrinos-juvenile-hall


Oscar shortlists for 2025 are here

date: 2024-12-18, updated: 2024-12-18, from: The LAist

See what’s nominated for documentary, international feature film and other categories.


https://laist.com/news/arts-and-entertainment/oscar-shortlists-for-2025-are-here


LA port says its ready for another dockworker strike

date: 2024-12-17, updated: 2024-12-17, from: The LAist

The port is also anticipating potential tariffs under Trump.


https://laist.com/news/transportation/la-port-says-its-ready-for-another-dockworker-strike


‘Dirty Dancing,’ ‘Wrath of Khan’ added to the National Film Registry

date: 2024-12-17, updated: 2024-12-17, from: The LAist

Every year, the National Film Registry picks 25 movies to be preserved for posterity by the Library of Congress. This year’s crop also includes Beverly Hills Cop, The Texas Chainsaw Massacre and more.


https://laist.com/news/arts-and-entertainment/dirty-dancing-wrath-of-khan-national-film-registry


A new CA law bans your boss from ordering you to attend anti-union meetings

date: 2024-12-17, updated: 2024-12-17, from: The LAist

Gov. Newsom and legislative Democrats pushed through a law that bans employers from requiring workers to attend ‘captive audience meetings.’ It was the latest victory for the labor movement at the state Capitol.


https://laist.com/news/new-law-bans-boss-anti-union-meetings-workplace


Land movement in Rancho Palos Verdes has slowed from one foot to 2.7 inches a week

date: 2024-12-17, updated: 2024-12-18, from: The LAist

Dry weather and the city’s dewatering efforts have contributed to the slowdown, even as the area affected by the landslide has roughly doubled.


https://laist.com/news/climate-environment/rancho-palos-verdes-land-movement-slows


‘Love Is Blind’ cast are employees, labor board says. Could a reality TV union be next?

date: 2024-12-17, updated: 2024-12-17, from: The LAist

A pending ruling, whatever the outcome, would set a precedent that other unscripted TV cast members could follow.


https://laist.com/news/arts-and-entertainment/love-is-blind-cast-employees-labor-board-union-reality-tv


LA and Ventura counties under fire weather watch

date: 2024-12-17, updated: 2024-12-17, from: The LAist

Dry and warmer weather are in store for the next few days.


https://laist.com/news/climate-environment/la-and-ventura-counties-under-fire-weather-watch


Hand-picked holiday gift ideas from us, the LAist staff

date: 2024-12-17, updated: 2024-12-17, from: The LAist

A curated list of great suggestions for when inspiration runs dry.


https://laist.com/news/los-angeles-activities/hand-picked-holiday-gift-ideas-from-us-the-laist-staff


Nearly 100,000 CA veterans aren’t enrolled in VA health care

date: 2024-12-17, updated: 2024-12-17, from: The LAist

Signing up would give them access to specialized health services.


https://laist.com/news/health/california-veteran-health-care-va-enrollment-veterans-affairs


LA County sues owners and operators of Chiquita Canyon Landfill in Castaic

date: 2024-12-17, updated: 2024-12-17, from: The LAist

The lawsuit, filed Monday, alleges that they’ve failed to protect people from the noxious odors and haven’t come up with a plan to actually fix the problem.


https://laist.com/news/climate-environment/la-county-sues-owners-and-operators-of-chiquita-canyon-landfill-in-castaic


LA County launches program that could erase your medical bills

date: 2024-12-17, updated: 2024-12-17, from: The LAist

A new $8 million pilot program is set to cancel up to $800 million worth of debt for nearly 200,000 Angelenos.


https://laist.com/news/health/la-los-angeles-medical-debt-relief-launches-undue


Financial aid help (and maybe a free laptop) for students in public housing

date: 2024-12-17, updated: 2024-12-17, from: The LAist

There’s no need to register. Students and families can just drop in.


https://laist.com/news/education/financial-aid-clinics-project-soar-hacla-free-laptop-public-housing


California moves to expand insurance options in wildfire-prone areas

date: 2024-12-17, updated: 2024-12-17, from: The LAist

Some consumer watchdogs, though, say coverage may still be too expensive for many.


https://laist.com/news/climate-environment/california-moves-to-expand-insurance-options-in-wildfire-prone-areas


Police Seek Sylmar Hit-and-Run Suspect; Security Video Released

date: 2024-12-16, from: the San Fernando Valley Sun/el Sol de Valle San Fernando

SYLMAR (CNS) – Police today released security video and sought the public’s help in locating a hit-and-run suspect responsible for severely injuring a 22-year-old man in a crosswalk in Sylmar. […]

The post Police Seek Sylmar Hit-and-Run Suspect; Security Video Released appeared first on The San Fernando Valley Sun.


https://sanfernandosun.com/2024/12/16/police-seek-sylmar-hit-and-run-suspect-security-video-released/


‘No way, not possible’: California has a plan for new water rules. Will it save salmon from extinction?

date: 2024-12-16, updated: 2024-12-16, from: The LAist

Growers and cities support the Newsom administration proposal, saying it strikes a balance for uses of Delta water. But environmentalists say the “healthy rivers” rules would actually harm California’s iconic salmon.


https://laist.com/news/climate-environment/california-has-a-plan-for-new-water-rules-salmon


California new laws for 2025: Cannabis cafes and entertainment zones

date: 2024-12-16, updated: 2024-12-16, from: The LAist

The state is allowing more on-street alcohol sales and food in cannabis lounges. Supporters say the laws will boost downtown economies.


https://laist.com/news/politics/california-new-laws-cannabis-cafes-alcohol-entertainment-zones-outdoor


As the Olympics approach, LA considers crackdown on illegal vacation rentals

date: 2024-12-16, updated: 2024-12-16, from: The LAist

City officials are proposing stricter enforcement, higher fines and new technology in part to prevent rent-controlled apartments from being listed on Airbnb and Booking.com, the subject of a Capital & Main and ProPublica investigation.


https://laist.com/news/los-angeles-olympics-airbinb-illegal-crackdown


A desert festival where robots are the headliner

date: 2024-12-16, updated: 2024-12-16, from: The LAist

Scientists are using the Mojave Desert to test robots for the next space age.


https://laist.com/news/los-angeles-activities/robopalooza-mojave-desert-festival-robots


Freeman World Series Home Run Ball Fetches $1.56M at Auction

date: 2024-12-16, from: the San Fernando Valley Sun/el Sol de Valle San Fernando

LAGUNA NIGUEL (CNS) – The baseball that Freddie Freeman clobbered for a walk-off home run in Game 1 of the Dodgers’ 2024 World Series victory over the New York Yankees […]

The post Freeman World Series Home Run Ball Fetches $1.56M at Auction appeared first on The San Fernando Valley Sun.


https://sanfernandosun.com/2024/12/16/freeman-world-series-home-run-ball-fetches-1-56m-at-auction/


5 space events to look for this winter

date: 2024-12-16, updated: 2024-12-16, from: The LAist

Promise of several astronomical events into the new year.


https://laist.com/news/los-angeles-activities/5-space-events-to-look-for-this-winter


Best things to do in LA and SoCal: December 16 - 19

date: 2024-12-16, updated: 2024-12-16, from: The LAist

Once Upon a Mattress brings Broadway joy to the Ahmanson, Billie Eilish slays at the Kia Forum, a Hanukkah cooking class, the last weeks for Firelei Báez at Hauser & Wirth, and more of the best things to do.


https://laist.com/news/arts-and-entertainment/best-things-to-do-southern-california-billie-eilish-sutton-foster-hanukkah-holiday


These unique SoCal desserts will make you the holiday party MVP

date: 2024-12-16, updated: 2024-12-20, from: The LAist

Treats you might not have tried but will have everyone talking.


https://laist.com/news/these-unique-socal-desserts-will-make-you-the-holiday-party-mvp


What is the LAUSD school board and how do I put them to work for me?

date: 2024-12-16, updated: 2024-12-18, from: The LAist

It’s the most powerful school board in the country. And it faces enormous challenges, including funding shortfalls, chronic absenteeism, and safety concerns.


https://laist.com/news/education/lausd-los-angeles-unified-school-district-board-explained


Put food waste in plastic bags? We found out why

date: 2024-12-16, updated: 2024-12-17, from: The LAist

Some cities are requiring residents to put food waste in plastic bags. We follow the food waste journey to understand why.


https://laist.com/news/climate-environment/food-waste-plastic-bags-we-found-out-why


Huntington Beach man sentenced for inciting white supremacist violence at rallies, freed on time served

date: 2024-12-16, updated: 2024-12-16, from: The LAist

Robert Paul Rundo was sentenced to 24 months in federal prison Friday for working with others to escalate political rallies into violence in 2017. He was freed after the sentencing, having already spent two years in federal custody.


https://laist.com/news/criminal-justice/huntington-beach-man-sentenced-for-inciting-white-supremacist-violence-at-rallies-freed-on-time-served


Some of the world’s biggest cities are so polluted they’re warming slower

date: 2024-12-16, updated: 2024-12-16, from: The LAist

But this surprising effect of pollution should hardly be taken as a good sign.


https://laist.com/news/climate-environment/worlds-biggest-cities-polluted-warming-slower


After 19 years, a ‘major lunar standstill’ is happening tonight. Let us explain

date: 2024-12-15, updated: 2024-12-15, from: The LAist

The Griffith Observatory is holding a public and online viewing of something called the “major standstill northern moonrise” on early Sunday evening. So what is it exactly?


https://laist.com/news/los-angeles-activities/a-major-lunar-standstill-that-occurs-every-19-years-is-happening-tonight


Shhhh! This SoCal spot is the best-kept secret for magical winter sunset photos

date: 2024-12-15, updated: 2024-12-15, from: The LAist

Here are some insider tips for getting the best sunset photo in all of Southern California, IMHO.


https://laist.com/news/los-angeles-activities/the-best-kept-photo-secret-in-south-california


LA’s Minaret Records brings its cult jazz shows to venues across the city this week

date: 2024-12-15, updated: 2024-12-15, from: The LAist

Minaret Records, an L.A.-based jazz label founded in 2019, will bring a series of intimate shows to venues across central and northeast L.A.


https://laist.com/news/los-angeles-activities/las-minaret-records-brings-its-cult-jazz-shows-to-venues-across-the-city-this-week


Federal health care dollars are helping to house homeless Californians. Trump could stop that

date: 2024-12-15, updated: 2024-12-15, from: The LAist

Gov. Newsom launched a program that uses Medi-Cal to help homeless Californians access housing. Trump could end it in 2026.


https://laist.com/news/housing-homelessness/federal-health-care-dollars-are-helping-to-house-homeless-californians-trump-could-stop-that


Supreme Court to hear challenge to California’s authority to set vehicle emissions standards

date: 2024-12-15, updated: 2024-12-15, from: The LAist

Ohio and 16 other Republican-dominated states have sued, asserting that a waiver granted to California to set its own rules violates the basic design of the U.S. Constitution, which they assert should treat states as equals.


https://laist.com/news/supreme-court-to-hear-challenge-to-californias-authority-to-set-vehicle-emissions-standards