‘Immediate action’ requested Directors of Southern California’s regional water wholesaler declared a drought emergency this week, calling on local water suppliers to implement all conservation measures possible to reduce usage. […]
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New study indicates just how wide the political divide is
Polarization a ‘permanent fixture’ The political divide in America is wide, and the USC Annenberg School for Communication and Journalism has revealed a way to measure it. In collaboration with […]
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Missy Elliott receives star on Hollywood Walk of Fame
Four-time Grammy winner A star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame was unveiled this week honoring four-time Grammy winning rapper, singer, songwriter and record producer Missy Elliott. Ciara, Lizzo and […]
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CSUDH receives $5 million grant to aid computer education
Snapchat smashing digital divide Cal State Dominguez Hills has received a $5 million gift—the largest donation in its history—from the developer of Snapchat for the creation of an institute focused […]
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Continued reluctance in rental assistance program
Not enough people taking advantage Supervisor Hilda Solis this week urged tenants and landlords to take advantage of state rental assistance dollars offered, saying participation is low in certain areas […]
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Lake Balboa man accused of impersonating attorney
Faces nine felony counts A Lake Balboa man with a prior conviction for unlawful practice of law was scheduled for arraignment this week on nine felony counts for allegedly falsely […]
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Board approves settlement in unauthorized crash photos
Two families will divide $2.5 million The Board of Supervisors this week approved a $2.5 million settlement for two families suing over the unauthorized sharing of photos of the Kobe […]
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Local arrest is made in suspected kidnap attempt
Child living next door A man suspected of attempting to kidnap his 8-year-old next-door neighbor in Palmdale has been arrested. Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department deputies responded just after 2:35 […]
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LA, Long Beach harbors will levy fee on delayed containers
Relieving backlog at local ports The Los Angeles and Long Beach harbor commissions have voted to implement a “Container Excess Dwell Fee’’ on companies whose containers linger at marine terminals […]
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Barger motion may assist funding of interim housing
Crafting strategies to end homelessness The Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors this week approved $10 million in funding for cities and local Councils of Governments (COGs) who need help […]
