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Tuesday, June 9, 2026

Some victims of home mortgage fraud get refunds

USA/Home Mortgage Fraud— Victims of a huge mortgage fraud scheme are getting refunds from a nearly $3 million settlement. The California Department of Financial Protection and Innovation joined with the Federal Trade Commission to investigate and stop the fraud. “This case shows what’s possible when state and federal partners work together with purpose to crack down on fraud, hold bad […]
Monday, June 8, 2026

Fund for CA reproductive healthcare running low

CA/Healthcare—     By Suzanne Potter, producer, California News Service, a bureau of Public News Service.   A California fund created to expand access to abortion and other reproductive healthcare may have to shut down unless state lawmakers restore funding in the budget. Legislative leaders are in final budget negotiations ahead of a June 15 deadline to pass a balanced […]
Sunday, June 7, 2026

A Powerball ticket worth over $500,000 sold in SoCal

Lottery/Powerball— No one hit the Powerball jackpot last night, but one lucky SoCal player is now more than half a million dollars richer. That player bought a ticket with five of the winning numbers, missing only the Powerball. It was still two dollars well spent because the ticket is worth $559,925, according to the California Lottery. The hot ticket was […]
Sunday, June 7, 2026

Yosemite National Park hit by overcrowding and other problems

USA/Travel—   By Suzanne Potter, producer, California News Service, a bureau of Public News Service.   Visitors reported long lines, crowded trails, and parking problems at Yosemite National Park over Memorial Day weekend after the National Park Service ended its reservation system. Staff are having a hard time keeping up with the crowds after the Trump administration cut almost 25% of […]
Saturday, June 6, 2026

SAG-AFTRA rank and file approves new four-year contract

Hollywood/Labor— A new SAG-AFTRA contract is a done deal. The rank and file of the major union for actors in the entertainment biz gave a huge thumbs up to a new contract with the Alliance of Motion Picture and Television Producers. The multi-year contract received 91.42% of the vote; however, only 19.25% of eligible members returned their ballots. The vote […]
Friday, June 5, 2026

City of Burbank issues scam alert

Burbank/Scam Alert—       Scam Alert: Fraudulent Emails Requesting Payment SCAM ALERT: Beware of fraudulent emails claiming to be from the City and requesting payment. Before responding to any email requesting payment, remember: Official City of Burbank email addresses always end in @burbankca.gov The City will never request wire transfers or credit card info via email. If you receive a suspicious email […]
Wednesday, June 3, 2026

Experts answer some common vision questions

Health/Vision Concerns—   (StatePoint) If you’ve ever turned to the internet with a question about your eyes – whether it’s dryness, blurry vision, or an unexpected eye twitch – you’re not alone. Eye doctors hear these same questions from patients every day. To help separate fact from fiction during May,  Healthy Vision Month, VSP network doctors Bradley Grant, O.D., of […]
Tuesday, June 2, 2026

The June 2 primary election is underway–time to get those mail-in ballots out

CA/Election Day—   If you are one of those procrastinating voters still holding onto a mail-in ballot, you have to make some decisions today. First, mark your ballot and seal it in the return envelope. Don’t forget to sign your name and put the date on the backside of that envelope. Next, you can still mail in your ballot, but […]
Saturday, May 30, 2026

Southland stroke survivor’s advice for recovery

Health/Stroke Recovery—   By Suzanne Porter, producer, California News Service, a bureau of Public News Service.   Stroke survivors and doctors say the key to recovery is patience and optimism. During a stroke, blood vessels become blocked or burst, depriving certain parts of the brain of oxygen. Precious Guan, who lives in the city of Cerritos in Los Angeles County, is a […]
Saturday, May 30, 2026

Democrat Xavier Becerra extends his lead in the newest CA gov poll

Politics/CA Gov Race— Undecided voters in California are making their choice. According to the newest Emerson College /Inside California Politics poll, many of them are supporting Democrat Xavier Becerra for governor. The Emerson College final poll before the June 2 primary, shows Xavier Becerra (D) out front with 28%, not far behind Tom Steyer (D) with 22%, Steve Hilton (R) […]