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Big Lots reaches deal to keep hundreds of U.S. stores open

date: 2024-12-29, updated: 2024-12-29, from: The LAist

Big Lots said Friday it will be sold to Gordon Brothers Retail Partners, a firm that specializes in distressed companies.


https://laist.com/news/big-lots-reaches-deal-to-keep-hundreds-of-u-s-stores-open


Sober curious? A new non-alcoholic bottle shop in South Pasadena might be of service

date: 2024-12-29, updated: 2024-12-29, from: The LAist

The new South Pasadena bottle shop Burden of Proof looks to foster community for those seeking alternative drinking options.


https://laist.com/news/los-angeles-activities/sober-curious-a-new-non-alcoholic-bottle-shop-in-south-pasadena-might-be-of-service


These volunteers are working to clear the ocean of an underwater menace

date: 2024-12-29, updated: 2024-12-29, from: The LAist

Local scuba divers work to clean up “ghost nets.”


https://laist.com/news/climate-environment/volunteers-ocean-underwater-menace-ghost-net


Fresh Ideas for Staying Active in the New Year

date: 2024-12-28, from: City of Santa Clarita

By City Manager Ken Striplin With the new year beginning, it’s a great time to create personal goals, and embrace a fresh start that encourages health and happiness. Whether you want to get active, enjoy more time outside or explore new activities, our City provides countless recreational options to support your goals. Santa Clarita is […]

The post Fresh Ideas for Staying Active in the New Year appeared first on City of Santa Clarita.


https://santaclarita.gov/blog/2024/12/28/fresh-ideas-for-staying-active-in-the-new-year/


Winning ticket for $1.22 billion lottery jackpot sold in California, Mega Millions says

date: 2024-12-28, updated: 2024-12-28, from: The LAist

After three months without anyone winning the top prize in the lottery, a ticket worth an estimated $1.22 billion was sold in California for the drawing Friday night.


https://laist.com/news/winning-ticket-for-1-22-billion-lottery-jackpot-sold-in-california-mega-millions-says


Trump allies warn California leaders, including LA Mayor Karen Bass, that they could go to prison over sanctuary city laws

date: 2024-12-28, updated: 2024-12-28, from: The LAist

A conservative organization led by Trump adviser Stephen Miller sent letters to California leaders warning of ‘serious consequences’ over sanctuary policies that protect undocumented residents.


https://laist.com/news/trump-allies-warn-california-leaders-they-could-go-to-prison-over-sanctuary-city-laws


He built a massive train set in his Altadena backyard. You have one more night to see it

date: 2024-12-28, updated: 2024-12-29, from: The LAist

Rob Caves and members of the Christmas Tree Lane Model Railroad Society have built a gigantic model train set that is ever expanding in his backyard.


https://laist.com/news/los-angeles-activities/altadena-christmas-tree-lane-model-train-set


The haters are wrong: the ‘Wicked’ singalong rules

date: 2024-12-27, updated: 2024-12-28, from: The LAist

Select theatres are showing singalong screenings of the beloved Broadway musical through Jan. 2, and we had to go see one.


https://laist.com/news/arts-and-entertainment/los-angeles-orange-county-wicked-singalong


Costco egg recall for salmonella receives FDA’s most severe designation

date: 2024-12-27, updated: 2024-12-28, from: The LAist

The FDA has classified its recall of eggs sold under Costco’s Kirkland brand as a Class I recall, a designation reserved for instances of the highest potential health risk — including death.


https://laist.com/news/health/costco-egg-fda-recall-for-salmonella


State takes another step toward mandatory testing for reading difficulties in 2025

date: 2024-12-27, updated: 2024-12-27, from: The LAist

Panel of experts chooses reading difficulty screeners that districts can use for kindergarten through second grade.


https://laist.com/news/education/state-takes-another-step-toward-mandatory-testing-for-reading-difficulties-in-2025


California State Parks is hosting free guided tours on New Year’s Day. Check out the options in SoCal

date: 2024-12-27, updated: 2024-12-27, from: The LAist

During the guided hikes, you’ll be able to enjoy the outdoors and learn about local geology, wildlife and cultural treasures.


https://laist.com/news/los-angeles-activities/california-state-parks-free-guided-tours-new-years-socal


Delivering holiday cheer to Catalina

date: 2024-12-27, from: Catalina Islander

For the Islander On Friday, Dec. 20, Maverick Helicopters helped spread holiday cheer to local children in need on Catalina Island. With toys collected through Maverick Helicopters’ Annual Holiday Toy Drive, Santa took to the skies flying a helicopter to Catalina Island. He made a memorable entrance in Avalon, where he distributed gifts and posed […]


https://thecatalinaislander.com/delivering-holiday-cheer-to-catalina/


Commuter program changes

date: 2024-12-27, from: Catalina Islander

Commuter books to be sold only to individuals starting Jan. 6 By Charles M. Kelly Catalina Express is changing its commuter program starting on Jan. 6, 2025. “Commuter books will be sold on an individual basis only and will no longer allow multiple people to use a commuter book,” wrote Amanda Bombard of Catalina Express […]


https://thecatalinaislander.com/commuter-program-changes/


City to request proposals for Civic Center project

date: 2024-12-27, from: Catalina Islander

The City Council on Dec. 17 authorized Avalon staff to publish a request for proposals for the Civic Center Housing Project. The vote was unanimous. Councilmember Mary Schickling was absent. “City Council has directed staff to prioritize private and public housing policy and development to improve overall housing stock in the City,” according to the […]


https://thecatalinaislander.com/city-to-request-proposals-for-civic-center-project/


Avalon City Council receives and files Development Impact fee report

date: 2024-12-27, from: Catalina Islander

The Avalon City Council on Dec. 17 voted unanimously to receive and file the Development Impact Fees Annual Report. The report, required by state law, covered the fiscal year ending on June 30, 2024. This was a Consent Calendar item. Consent items are voted on collectively, without discussion, unless a council member pulls one or […]


https://thecatalinaislander.com/avalon-city-council-receives-and-files-development-impact-fee-report/


Bluewater Marine to replace Pearson Dock

date: 2024-12-27, from: Catalina Islander

The Avalon City Council on Dec. 17 authorized the city manager to execute a contract with Bluewater Marine and Dock Specialties Inc. to replace the Barbara Pearson Public Dock. The agreement is for a maximum of $70,000. This was a Consent Calendar item. Consent items are voted on collectively, without discussion, unless a council member […]


https://thecatalinaislander.com/bluewater-marine-to-replace-pearson-dock/


Number of registered lobbyists jumps to a record high in California

date: 2024-12-27, updated: 2024-12-27, from: The LAist

The increase in lobbyists means there’s now at least one lobbyist for every legislative staff member in California.


https://laist.com/news/politics/number-of-registered-lobbyists-jumps-to-a-record-high-in-california


The Transiting Los Angeles Podcast – #10: Miles in Transit

date: 2024-12-27, from: Transiting Los Angeles

Over the course of a single weekend, YouTuber and musician Miles in Transit attempted to ride every single one of L.A. County’s many transit systems. In this podcast episode, we discuss how it went, why the region’s transit network is so fragmented, and the good as well as the bad of L.A. transit.

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https://transitinglosangeles.com/2024/12/27/podcast-10-miles-in-transit/


Miles in Transit, and L.A.’s many many bus systems

date: 2024-12-27, from: Transiting Los Angeles

Over the course of a single weekend, YouTuber and musician Miles in Transit attempted to ride every single one of L.A. County’s many transit systems. In our interview, we discuss how it went, why the region’s transit network is so fragmented, and the good as well as the bad of L.A. transit.


https://transitinglosangeles.com/2024/12/27/miles-in-transit/


2024 year in review: How did California pay for everything?

date: 2024-12-27, updated: 2024-12-27, from: The LAist

How’d lawmakers close this year’s budget chasm? For starters, they pulled $12 billion from the state’s reserves for the next two years.


https://laist.com/news/politics/2024-year-in-review-how-did-california-pay-for-everything


Popeye, Tintin and more will enter the public domain in the new year

date: 2024-12-27, updated: 2024-12-27, from: The LAist

The copyrights of thousands of 20th-century films, books, compositions and sound recordings expire on Jan. 1, making them free for anyone to share and adapt. Here are some of the highlights.


https://laist.com/news/arts-and-entertainment/popeye-tintin-and-more-will-enter-the-public-domain-in-the-new-year


My 12 most memorable LA bites in 2024

date: 2024-12-27, updated: 2024-12-27, from: The LAist

LAist food editor Gab Chabran recalls some memorable bites he had throughout SoCal this past year.


https://laist.com/news/food/my-12-most-memorable-la-bites-in-2024


Malaysian cuisine is ready for its close-up with Rasarumah in Historic Filipinotown

date: 2024-12-27, updated: 2024-12-27, from: The LAist

Chef Johnny Lee, formerly of the much-loved Pearl River Deli, has partnered with the group behind Barra Santos, Found Oyster, and opened a restaurant focused on Malaysian and Southeast Asian flavors.


https://laist.com/news/food/malaysian-cuisine-is-ready-for-its-close-up-with-rasarumah-in-historic-filipinotown


100-plus cities, including in SoCal, banned homeless camping this year. But will it work?

date: 2024-12-27, updated: 2024-12-27, from: The LAist

The burst of new laws follows a landmark Supreme Court ruling and reflects public frustration with record-high homelessness. But advocates say fines and jail time will only make the problem worse.


https://laist.com/news/housing-homelessness/cities-socal-homeless-camping-bans-this-year


High surf returns to SoCal beaches

date: 2024-12-27, updated: 2024-12-27, from: The LAist

High surf will continue along Ventura and L.A. county beaches through Sunday


https://laist.com/news/climate-environment/more-high-surf-pummeling-socal-beaches


What you need to know for the 2025 Rose Parade

date: 2024-12-27, updated: 2024-12-27, from: The LAist

Thousands of people will flock to Pasadena, with millions more tuning in on TV.


https://laist.com/news/los-angeles-activities/2025-rose-parade-what-to-know-guide


Four specialty LA cheese stores help you elevate your New Year’s spread

date: 2024-12-27, updated: 2024-12-27, from: The LAist

Why not make 2025 a cheesy delight?


https://laist.com/news/food/specialty-la-cheese-stores-offer-new-years-ideas


More family leave pay in California starting in January

date: 2024-12-27, updated: 2024-12-27, from: The LAist

Starting in January, California will increase leave payments for workers caring for a new child or a sick family member.


https://laist.com/news/education/early-childhood-education-pre-k/more-family-leave-pay-california-january-2025


The ‘Beyoncé Bowl’ halftime show was a massive hit for Netflix. The football was too

date: 2024-12-26, updated: 2024-12-26, from: The LAist

Netflix says more than 200 countries tuned into the “Beyoncé Bowl” and its two NFL games. We may just be starting to learn what that ultimately means for the future of television and sports media.


https://laist.com/news/arts-and-entertainment/beyonce-bowl-halftime-show-netflix-nfl-football


Man Fatally Shot Christmas Day in Panorama City

date: 2024-12-26, from: the San Fernando Valley Sun/el Sol de Valle San Fernando

LOS ANGELES (CNS) – A 30-year-old man was fatally shot during an argument with another man on Christmas Day in Panorama City, authorities said today. The shooting occurred around 8:50 […]

The post Man Fatally Shot Christmas Day in Panorama City appeared first on The San Fernando Valley Sun.


https://sanfernandosun.com/2024/12/26/man-fatally-shot-christmas-day-in-panorama-city/


With holiday cheer comes holiday waste. Here’s how to reduce yours

date: 2024-12-26, updated: 2024-12-26, from: The LAist

We throw a lot more stuff away during the holidays.


https://laist.com/news/climate-environment/holiday-cheer-waste-how-to-reduce-yours


10 great SoCal walks after all that holiday food and drink

date: 2024-12-26, updated: 2024-12-27, from: The LAist

Did you eat and drink your fill at the holiday buffet? Us too! Now, we have some ideas of where you can get some steps in and enjoy Southern California at its finest.


https://laist.com/news/los-angeles-activities/great-socal-hikes-to-start-walking-off-all-that-holiday-food


Most medical debt can no longer hurt your credit score under new California law

date: 2024-12-26, updated: 2024-12-26, from: The LAist

This is a big deal for California where millions struggle with unpaid medical bills. It takes effect Jan. 1, 2025.


https://laist.com/news/health/most-medical-debt-can-no-longer-hurt-your-credit-score-under-new-california-law


5 must-read books of 2024: A mix of fiction, fantasy and flavor

date: 2024-12-26, updated: 2024-12-26, from: The LAist

A list of standout books from 2024.


https://laist.com/news/arts-and-entertainment/must-read-books-2024


Connecting With the Community

date: 2024-12-26, from: City of Santa Clarita

Councilmember Patsy Ayala Santa Clarita is a special place. It is the City where I chose to make my home, raise my family and now serve the community as a City Councilmember. For those of you whom I haven’t had the pleasure of meeting, I would like to take this opportunity to introduce myself. My […]

The post Connecting With the Community appeared first on City of Santa Clarita.


https://santaclarita.gov/blog/2024/12/26/connecting-with-the-community/


Get up to speed fast on these new California laws taking effect in 2025

date: 2024-12-26, updated: 2024-12-26, from: The LAist

Here are some of the most noteworthy new 2025 California laws, from cannabis cafes to voter ID bans, that go into effect Jan. 1.


https://laist.com/news/politics/new-california-laws-taking-effect-in-2025


Best things to do this weekend in Los Angeles and Southern California: December 27 - 29

date: 2024-12-26, updated: 2024-12-26, from: The LAist

It’s your last chance to see L.A. Zoo Lights. Plus, there’s a post-punk dance party, The Dirty Dozen Brass Band at the Mint, a Hanukkah comedy show, and more.


https://laist.com/news/arts-and-entertainment/best-things-to-do-weekend-los-angeles-southern-california-december-27-29


Lucky us! Mild temperatures and sunny skies continue today

date: 2024-12-26, updated: 2024-12-26, from: The LAist

We’re looking at slightly warmer temperatures toward the end of the week.


https://laist.com/news/climate-environment/lucky-us-mild-temperatures-and-sunny-skies-continue-today


Will Huntington Beach voters get their say on a library review board?

date: 2024-12-26, updated: 2024-12-26, from: The LAist

The City Council has yet to decide an election date, or whether they’ll repeal the board outright.


https://laist.com/news/politics/huntington-beach-library-review-board-qualifies-for-ballot


Just putting it out there! You can recycle your Christmas tree starting today

date: 2024-12-26, updated: 2024-12-26, from: The LAist

Ready to part with your tree? You can do put it on the curb for recycling in most cities and unicorporated communities in L.A. County now.


https://laist.com/news/climate-environment/just-putting-it-out-there-you-can-recycle-your-christmas-tree-starting-today


Chatsworth Family Demands Justice After Attack on 13 Year Old

date: 2024-12-26, from: the San Fernando Valley Sun/el Sol de Valle San Fernando

Parents, students and civil rights activists gathered on Monday, Dec. 23, in front of the Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD) Devonshire Department in Northridge to demand justice in what they […]

The post Chatsworth Family Demands Justice After Attack on 13 Year Old  appeared first on The San Fernando Valley Sun.


https://sanfernandosun.com/2024/12/25/chatsworth-family-demands-justice-after-attack-on-13-year-old/


Wellness Tips to Help Overcome Depression During the Holidays

date: 2024-12-26, from: the San Fernando Valley Sun/el Sol de Valle San Fernando

The Victory Wellness Center, a program at the San Fernando Valley Community Mental Health Center that offers support to clients in their process towards healing, change and transformation, assembled these […]

The post Wellness Tips to Help Overcome Depression During the Holidays appeared first on The San Fernando Valley Sun.


https://sanfernandosun.com/2024/12/25/wellness-tips-to-help-overcome-depression-during-the-holidays-2/


An Interreligious Memorial for the Homeless Held During the Longest Night

date: 2024-12-26, from: the San Fernando Valley Sun/el Sol de Valle San Fernando

At Los Angeles’ downtown Cathedral of the Angels, an interreligious memorial was held Saturday, Dec. 21, for the homeless who have lost their lives. “On the first day of winter […]

The post An Interreligious Memorial for the Homeless Held During the Longest Night appeared first on The San Fernando Valley Sun.


https://sanfernandosun.com/2024/12/25/an-interreligious-memorial-for-the-homeless-held-during-the-longest-night/


Arts for LA Seeks Participants for Training Programs

date: 2024-12-26, from: the San Fernando Valley Sun/el Sol de Valle San Fernando

LOS ANGELES (CNS) – Arts for LA is seeking applicants for two of its training initiatives intended to foster the growth of future leaders advocating for arts programs in Los […]

The post Arts for LA Seeks Participants for Training Programs appeared first on The San Fernando Valley Sun.


https://sanfernandosun.com/2024/12/25/arts-for-la-seeks-participants-for-training-programs/


Organizations Helping with Relief Efforts and Advocacy for Palestine

date: 2024-12-26, from: the San Fernando Valley Sun/el Sol de Valle San Fernando

Anera works on the ground with partners in Palestine (West Bank and Gaza), Lebanon and Jordan to mobilize resources for immediate emergency relief and for sustainable, long-term health, education and […]

The post Organizations Helping with Relief Efforts and Advocacy for Palestine appeared first on The San Fernando Valley Sun.


https://sanfernandosun.com/2024/12/25/organizations-helping-with-relief-efforts-and-advocacy-for-palestine/


Los Padres que han Perdido a Sus Hijos a Manos de un Conductor Ebrio Repiten la Advertencia

date: 2024-12-26, from: the San Fernando Valley Sun/el Sol de Valle San Fernando

Mientras amigos y familiares esperan con ansias la celebración de la víspera de Año Nuevo, Colin Campbell y Gail Lerner de Silver Lake se preocupan de que la gente pueda […]

The post Los Padres que han Perdido a Sus Hijos a Manos de un Conductor Ebrio Repiten la Advertencia appeared first on The San Fernando Valley Sun.


https://sanfernandosun.com/2024/12/25/los-padres-que-han-perdido-a-sus-hijos-a-manos-de-un-conductor-ebrio-repiten-la-advertencia/


¿Qué Futuro les Espera a los Inmigrantes Indocumentados y con Estatus de Protección?

date: 2024-12-26, from: the San Fernando Valley Sun/el Sol de Valle San Fernando

Con el presidente electo Donald Trump a pocas semanas de asumir el cargo, los grupos laborales y de derechos de los inmigrantes temen lo que está por venir para los […]

The post ¿Qué Futuro les Espera a los Inmigrantes Indocumentados y con Estatus de Protección? appeared first on The San Fernando Valley Sun.


https://sanfernandosun.com/2024/12/25/que-futuro-les-espera-a-los-inmigrantes-indocumentados-y-con-estatus-de-proteccion/


Horóscopo

date: 2024-12-26, from: the San Fernando Valley Sun/el Sol de Valle San Fernando

Por Holiday Mathis (Creators.com) ARIES (21 de mar – 19 de abr) Anhelas la honestidad porque despierta algo verdadero en ti. La crudeza de la historia de otro, con defectos […]

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


https://sanfernandosun.com/2024/12/25/horoscopo-195/


Winter Solstice Sunrise Ceremony

date: 2024-12-26, from: the San Fernando Valley Sun/el Sol de Valle San Fernando

Last Wednesday, Dec. 18, the Los Angeles Department of Water and Power (LADWP) co-hosted its annual Winter Solstice Sunrise Ceremony with the Fernandeño Tataviam Band of Mission Indians (FTBMI) at […]

The post Winter Solstice Sunrise Ceremony appeared first on The San Fernando Valley Sun.


https://sanfernandosun.com/2024/12/25/winter-solstice-sunrise-ceremony/


EVENTOS Locales – Semana de 26 de diciembre, 2024

date: 2024-12-26, from: the San Fernando Valley Sun/el Sol de Valle San Fernando

Sábado, Diciembre 28 Comparte un Libro con los Perros de Terapia BARK Chatsworth Library 21052 Devonshire St. Chatsworth 11:30 a.m. – 1 p.m. Únase a nosotros el cuarto sábado del […]

The post EVENTOS Locales – Semana de 26 de diciembre, 2024  appeared first on The San Fernando Valley Sun.


https://sanfernandosun.com/2024/12/25/eventos-locales-semana-de-26-de-diciembre-2024/


How to protect yourself from AI scams this holiday season

date: 2024-12-25, updated: 2024-12-25, from: The LAist

Generative AI is making it easier for fraudsters to dupe people, now more than ever.


https://laist.com/news/criminal-justice/protect-yourself-ai-scams


‘Close Your Eyes’ is the best film of 2024 — but these 10 others are also contenders

date: 2024-12-25, updated: 2024-12-25, from: The LAist

Fresh Air’s film critic takes stock of the past 12 months’ worth of movies, pairing 10 of his favorites, and picking one that stands alone.


https://laist.com/news/arts-and-entertainment/close-your-eyes-is-the-best-film-of-2024-but-these-10-others-are-also-contenders


Mariah Carey and K-pop group Stray Kids rule this week’s charts

date: 2024-12-25, updated: 2024-12-25, from: The LAist

Holiday music rules the pop charts once again this week, as Mariah Carey’s “All I Want for Christmas Is You” scores its 17th nonconsecutive week at No. 1 — the third longest run of all time.


https://laist.com/news/arts-and-entertainment/mariah-carey-and-k-pop-group-stray-kids-rule-this-weeks-charts


How a Glendale house is bringing holiday joy, one Santa at a time

date: 2024-12-25, updated: 2024-12-25, from: The LAist

Xenia Sanders has been putting up her elaborate decorations for decades.


https://laist.com/news/los-angeles-activities/glendale-house-holiday-joy-christmas-lights


This season of light, more houses of worship are powered by solar

date: 2024-12-25, updated: 2024-12-25, from: The LAist

With the help of federal incentives and grants, more churches and temples are slowly adding solar.


https://laist.com/news/climate-environment/season-light-houses-of-worship-solar


Sunny and dry for Christmas Day

date: 2024-12-25, updated: 2024-12-25, from: The LAist

Windy conditions will continue until the early morning.


https://laist.com/news/climate-environment/sunny-and-dry-for-christmas-day


LA tenants are facing rent hikes of up to 6%; city officials recommend lower caps

date: 2024-12-24, updated: 2024-12-25, from: The LAist

The L.A. City Council has failed to vote on new rent control limits ahead of a looming Feb. 1 deadline. Should increases be put on hold?


https://laist.com/news/housing-homelessness/los-angeles-rent-control-limits-increase-hikes-housing-tenant-landlord-rso-february-1


Yucca and sweet potato latkes? That’s tradition for Jewtina y Co.

date: 2024-12-24, updated: 2024-12-24, from: The LAist

The 5-year-old group founded in L.A. holds social gatherings that are part of a wider mission of acceptance of Jewish Latinos.


https://laist.com/news/los-angeles-activities/los-angeles-jewish-latinos-gatherings-hanukkah


LAUSD settles lawsuit over federal money it unlawfully denied to Archdiocese schools

date: 2024-12-24, updated: 2024-12-24, from: The LAist

LAUSD pledges to obey federal law, agrees to pay $3 million for services for low-income students.


https://laist.com/news/education/lausd-settles-lawsuit-federal-money-denied-to-archdiocese-schools


Christmas can be a beautiful beach day, but watch where you swim

date: 2024-12-24, updated: 2024-12-24, from: The LAist

The bacteria levels in the water once again exceed state health standards.


https://laist.com/news/climate-environment/la-county-beach-wearnings-christmas


9 movie scenes I couldn’t stop thinking about in 2024

date: 2024-12-24, updated: 2024-12-24, from: The LAist

From a heart-wrenching epiphany in the drama Tuesday to a meme-able moment in Challengers, these were the lines that critic Aisha Harris has remembered all year.


https://laist.com/news/arts-and-entertainment/9-movie-scenes-i-couldnt-stop-thinking-about-in-2024


California limits junk fees: New law blocks fines for declined ATM withdrawals

date: 2024-12-24, updated: 2024-12-24, from: The LAist

A new California law will prohibit state-chartered banks from charging fees for withdrawals that are instantaneously declined.


https://laist.com/news/politics/california-limits-junk-fees-new-law-blocks-fines-for-declined-atm-withdrawals


date: 2024-12-24, from: City of Santa Clarita

On Sunday, December 15, nearly 2,000 people dressed in their favorite holiday outfits attended the Metrolink Holiday Express Train at the City of Santa Clarita’s Vista Canyon Multi-Modal Center in Canyon Country. The first time as a host location for the event, the City partnered with Metrolink, local businesses, nonprofits and first responders to welcome […]

The post Holiday Joy Filled the Metrolink Holiday Express Train! appeared first on City of Santa Clarita.


https://santaclarita.gov/blog/2024/12/24/holiday-joy-filled-the-metrolink-holiday-express-train/


The smell of guavas is in Southern California kitchens. Here’s why lots of people hate it

date: 2024-12-24, updated: 2024-12-26, from: The LAist

Guavas are the main ingredient in the Mexican holiday drink ponche. The warmer weather is lengthening the season of the backyard crop.


https://laist.com/news/food/guava-fruit-southern-california-ponche


Recycle Trees After the Holiday Season at Drop-Off Locations Throughout the City

date: 2024-12-24, from: City of Santa Clarita

Jingle all the way and recycle right this holiday, Santa Clarita! Burrtec Waste Industries has partnered with the City of Santa Clarita to establish three convenient locations for residents to recycle their live Christmas trees this holiday season. The locations offer residents an additional way to safely and quickly dispose of holiday trees, in addition […]

The post Recycle Trees After the Holiday Season at Drop-Off Locations Throughout the City appeared first on City of Santa Clarita.


https://santaclarita.gov/blog/2024/12/24/recycle-trees-after-the-holiday-season-at-drop-off-locations-throughout-the-city/


Celebrate the Holidays with Las Chorizeras New Single “Navidad Chorizera”

date: 2024-12-24, from: the San Fernando Valley Sun/el Sol de Valle San Fernando

Celebrate the holidays with Las Chorizera’s new single titled “Navidad Chorizera”. This holiday anthem celebrates Christmas Toluca, Mexico Style! Bandleader Nancy Sanchez writes this song for the holidays inspired by […]

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https://sanfernandosun.com/2024/12/24/celebrate-the-holidays-with-las-chorizeras-new-single-navidad-chorizera/


Starbucks baristas’ ‘strike before Christmas’ has reached hundreds of US stores, including in LA

date: 2024-12-24, updated: 2024-12-24, from: The LAist

Starbucks’ union says workers are walking off the job at some 300 — out of over 10,000 — stores across the U.S. as contract negotiations falter.


https://laist.com/news/starbucks-baristas-strike-la


Take our visual tour of LA’s holiday lights through the years

date: 2024-12-24, updated: 2024-12-24, from: The LAist

Grab your hot cocoa and coziest winter jacket and take a trip with us down memory lane through holiday light displays of the past.


https://laist.com/news/la-history/la-holiday-lights-through-the-years-history


Singing from the audience now welcome at (some) ‘Wicked’ showings

date: 2024-12-24, updated: 2024-12-24, from: The LAist

After a month of reminders that “silence is golden,” theaters are inviting audiences to join the chorus


https://laist.com/news/arts-and-entertainment/los-angeles-wicked-singalong-preview


Light rainfall and cool temps for Christmas Eve

date: 2024-12-24, updated: 2024-12-24, from: The LAist

Wind gusts will be strong over the mountain passes and deserts.


https://laist.com/news/climate-environment/light-rainfall-and-cool-temps-for-christmas-eve


High surf advisory means ‘barrels’ of fun in Seal Beach

date: 2024-12-24, updated: 2024-12-24, from: The LAist

Big, hollow barrels only come to the Seal Beach pier a few times a year, when the swell is big and coming from just the right direction.


https://laist.com/news/los-angeles-activities/high-surf-advisory-means-barrels-of-fun-in-seal-beach


LA County reports its first human case of bird flu

date: 2024-12-24, updated: 2024-12-24, from: The LAist

The adult was exposed to infected livestock at a worksite. The public health department said they have mild symptoms and overall risk to the public is low.


https://laist.com/news/health/los-angeles-county-bird-flu-first-human-case-h5n1


Chatsworth Family Demands Justice After Attack on 13 Year Old

date: 2024-12-24, from: the San Fernando Valley Sun/el Sol de Valle San Fernando

Parents, students and civil rights activists gathered on Monday, Dec. 23, in front of the Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD) Devonshire Department in Northridge to demand justice in what they […]

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https://sanfernandosun.com/2024/12/23/chatsworth-family-demands-justice-after-attack-on-13-year-old/


Two Angelenos served 17 years for a crime they didn’t commit. Here’s why they’re free now

date: 2024-12-23, updated: 2024-12-23, from: The LAist

Charlotte Pleytez and Lombardo Palacios have officially been exonerated for the murder of Hector Flores, a man who was shot and killed in East Hollywood in 2007.


https://laist.com/news/criminal-justice/la-da-hochman-exoneration-charlotte-pleytez-lombardo-palacios-released


Cal Academy adds over 100 new species to the library of life in 2024

date: 2024-12-23, updated: 2024-12-23, from: The LAist

100 new animal, plant and fungi species added to the Library of Life in 2024.


https://laist.com/news/cal-academy-100-new-species-library-of-life-in-2024


Volunteer for the 2025 Greater Los Angeles Homeless Count

date: 2024-12-23, from: City of Santa Clarita

On January 21, 2025, the City of Santa Clarita will partner with the Los Angeles Homeless Services Authority (LAHSA) and the local nonprofit Bridge to Home for the 2025 Greater Los Angeles Homeless Count. This annual event counts Santa Clarita neighbors currently experiencing unsheltered homelessness. The data received from the point-in-time count will assist in […]

The post Volunteer for the 2025 Greater Los Angeles Homeless Count appeared first on City of Santa Clarita.


https://santaclarita.gov/blog/2024/12/23/volunteer-for-the-2025-greater-los-angeles-homeless-count/


California bans schools from forcing teachers to ‘out’ LGBTQ students

date: 2024-12-23, updated: 2024-12-23, from: The LAist

New California law prevents schools from requiring staff to notify parents if a student identifies as LGBTQ.


https://laist.com/news/education/california-bans-schools-from-forcing-teachers-to-out-lgbtq-students


All the things you can do on Christmas Day in LA and SoCal

date: 2024-12-23, updated: 2024-12-23, from: The LAist

There’s so much to do … and less traffic than usual. Happy holidays!


https://laist.com/news/los-angeles-activities/things-to-do-on-christmas-day-in-la-and-socal


LA loses third effort to block affordable housing in some neighborhoods

date: 2024-12-23, updated: 2024-12-23, from: The LAist

Judge rules L.A. illegally tried to change the rules for a program to streamline affordable housing in neighborhoods with single-family homes.


https://laist.com/news/housing-homelessness/ed1-los-angeles-affordable-housing-yimby-law-court-ruling-wilbur-project-bass-blumenfield


Why Trump’s tariffs on Mexico would mean higher avocado prices at the grocery store

date: 2024-12-23, updated: 2024-12-23, from: The LAist

Here’s what Trump’s proposed tariffs would mean for prices at the grocery store and for the avocado industry.


https://laist.com/news/trump-tariffs-mexico-higher-avocado-prices


New California law could help tenants facing eviction stay in their homes

date: 2024-12-23, updated: 2024-12-23, from: The LAist

Voters said no to expanded rent control, but tenants facing evictions will have more time to fight to keep their homes under a new law.


https://laist.com/news/housing-homelessness/new-california-law-help-tenants-facing-eviction-homes


A million taxpayers will soon receive up to $1,400 from the IRS

date: 2024-12-23, updated: 2024-12-23, from: The LAist

People who missed one of the COVID stimulus payments or had received less than the full amount were able to claim the credit.


https://laist.com/news/taxpayers-irs-covid-stimulus


Best things to do Christmas week in Los Angeles and Southern California: December 23 - 26

date: 2024-12-23, updated: 2024-12-23, from: The LAist

Volunteer opportunities, a Hanukkah-themed skate night, a feast of the seven fishes, and more of the best things to do this Christmas week.


https://laist.com/news/arts-and-entertainment/best-things-to-do-christmas-week-los-angeles-southern-california-2024


California gets approval for its EV mandate — just before Trump promises to block it

date: 2024-12-23, updated: 2024-12-23, from: The LAist

The move sets up what is all but certain to be a protracted and complicated brawl between the Trump administration, California officials and automakers over the direction of the car industry.


https://laist.com/news/climate-environment/california-approval-ev-mandate-trump


The Arctic just hit an unfortunate climate milestone

date: 2024-12-23, updated: 2024-12-23, from: The LAist

For thousands of years, the tundra sequestered more carbon than it emitted. Not anymore.


https://laist.com/news/climate-environment/arctic-climate-milestone


Why it’s so hard to create a truly recyclable Keurig coffee pod

date: 2024-12-23, updated: 2024-12-23, from: The LAist

A company is betting on aluminum to solve K-cups’ sustainability problem. But experts say it’s complicated.


https://laist.com/news/climate-environment/recyclable-keurig-coffee-pod


Party City files for bankruptcy and plans to shutter nationwide

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

Party City was once unmatched in its vast selection of affordable celebration goods. But over the years, competition stacked up at Walmart, Target, Spirit Halloween, and especially Amazon.


https://laist.com/news/party-city-files-for-bankruptcy-and-plans-to-shutter-nationwide


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

date: 2024-12-22, updated: 2024-12-23, 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


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