Former City Council President Herb Wesson is set to be immortalized at City Hall, with council members proposing a resolution that would name the stairs entering the south side of […]
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White supremacy in police culture
Black History Month is a time to reflect on the past and present achievements of Black people in the US and the Our Authors Study Club held its annual roundtable […]
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Ronda Perez is selected Palmdale city manager
Ronda Perez is Palmdale’s new city manager, officials announced on Feb. 3. Perez joined Palmdale in the fall of 2021 as assistant city manager and was named acting city manager […]
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Palmdale Financing Authority seeks a new public member
The city of Palmdale is accepting applications for one public member to serve on the Palmdale Enhanced Infrastructure Financing District Public Financing Authority for an initial term of two years. […]
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The continued opioid crisis is not just happening back east
Drug overdoses have skyrocketed in the last few years. One of the main culprits of drug overdoses is fentanyl (see cover story), and opioids which have flooded the streets as […]
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Give a chance and change a life
There was a point when L.A. had the highest incarceration rate in the United States. President Richard Nixon declared a “War” on drugs during the ‘70s, which some say was […]
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Mayor Bass announces leadership appointments
Last week, Mayor Karen Bass announced the appointment of three deputy mayors and three directors in her administration. “These leaders are innovative and experienced changemakers who will drive Los Angeles […]
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Gun violence restraining orders can save lives
California Attorney General Rob Bonta recently issued a public safety alert reminding Californians of the strong laws in place to temporarily remove guns from dangerous individuals and potentially prevent an […]
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CAL holds leadership reception
Citizens for Accountable Leadership (CAL) hosted a special reception honoring the newly elected officials in LA County on Jan. 19. Mayor Karen Bass; Congressmember Sydney Kamlager Dove; Sen. Lola Smallwood-Cuevas; […]
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Some kitchen appliances can affect lung diseases
Healthy lifestyles are the topic of conversation as people find new information to maximize the nutrient value of food and promote their longevity. During these discoveries, researchers have found a […]
