From Acton to Rosamond, a number of popular Independence Day events will take place next week in the Antelope Valley. The region has always hosted traditional activities in celebration of our nation’s founding, and this year will be no different, as barbecues will blaze, bands will blare, fireworks will fascinate and parades will promenade down local streets.
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LAX shows off its bright, shiny Tom Bradley International Terminal
Officials at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) last week were practically giddy in showing off the new Tom Bradley International Terminal (TBIT), part of $4.1 billion capital improvement project at the aging airport. Once the ultimate destination point during the early jet age, LAX has been passed over by travelers (and airlines) of late for more modern airports west of the Rockies such as San Francisco International, Seattle-Tacoma and the ultra-modern Denver International. LAX has not witnessed major improvement since the 1984 Los Angeles Olympics when the first Tom Bradley Terminal opened.
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Nelson Mandela: the power of forgiveness
The man the world knows as Nelson Mandela was born on July 18, 1918, almost 95 years ago, in Transkei, South Africa. His name at birth was Rolihlahla Mandela, not Nelson Mandela.
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Carson may choose layoffs to remedy projected shortfall
At least three dozen Carson city workers stayed late Tuesday at the City Council meeting to find out if their jobs will be secure. The Council reviewed the early budget forecast, which shows a likelihood that dozens of lower-level positions will be eliminated to shore up a projected budget shortfall of $1.7 million.
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A big day for the man of the house
Though Father’s Day falls on the third Sunday in June, “dear ol’ dad” nonetheless deserves a special day off. The “honey-do” and “daddy-fix” lists can wait. On Sunday, fathers, stepfathers, fathers-in-law, grandfathers and even great-grandfathers nationwide traditionally put their feet up and enjoy the warmth of family.
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A more perfect Union serves the unbanked and underbanked
Union Bank of California has a successful history of fostering economic sustainability in the regions its serves, particularly providing financial services to so-called “underbanked” and even “unbanked” communities, including portions of south and east Los Angeles.
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Truck drivers air complaints over Carson firms at City Hall
A contingent of local truck drivers made a passionate plea at Tuesday’s Carson City Council meeting, demanding better working conditions and fair pay.
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Truck drivers air complaints over Carson firms at City Hall
A contingent of local truck drivers made a passionate plea at Tuesday’s Carson City Council…
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Los Angeles International Airport in the top 5 for passengers, cargo
Los Angeles World Airports (LAWA) operates one of the world’s busiest air transportation hubs. From Los Angeles International Airport (LAX), Los Angeles-Ontario International Airport (ONT), Van Nuys Airport (VNY) and use of Los Angeles-Palmdale Airport, the Southern California region ranks among the world’s busiest origin and destination points for non-connecting passenger traffic.
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Los Angeles International Airport in the top 5 for passengers, cargo
Los Angeles World Airports (LAWA) operates one of the world’s busiest air transportation hubs. From…