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Wednesday, August 10, 2011

By Fronnie Lewis Wednesday, August 10, 2011

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A call for a probe into a Hollywood movie about Osama bin Laden

A New York congressman is calling for an investigation into what kind of “cooperation” the Obama administration provided for a movie about the take down of 9-11 terrorist mastermind, Osama bin Laden. Director Kathryn Bigelow is partnering with screenwriter Mark Boal on this bin Laden film. Apparently, the filmmakers are being accused of getting “special access” and classified information — allegedly including data on […]

Sunday, August 7, 2011

By Fronnie Lewis Sunday, August 7, 2011

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Guest Blogger: Our children and the American culture

It is almost time for the kids to go back to school. So today, I want to talk about our children. Immigrants like myself with children who were born or grew up in the United States have particular concerns about their children. No matter how hard I try, I could never be as Americanized as my kids. Nevertheless, we desire […]

Sunday, August 7, 2011

By Fronnie Lewis Sunday, August 7, 2011

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Crime Alert: Thieves getting bolder and bolder in B-town

Lately it seems, Burbank has become a favorite target of thieves and criminals — especially when it comes to cars, trucks, and bicycles. In last week’s crime report, put out by the Burbank Police Department, there were three cases involving stolen 3rd row seats. Burbank Police Captain Mike Albanese has reacted to this ongoing crime wave by saying it’s happening all over Southern […]

Wednesday, August 3, 2011

By Fronnie Lewis Wednesday, August 3, 2011

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Another hot, hot day in the Media City

The sun is going to be roasting Burbank again today. I made the mistake of going to the Downtown Post Office on East Olive Avenue at around 4:15 yesterday afternoon. If you thought it was sticky hot outside — well, it was more so inside that historic old building without air conditioning!!! Postal workers and customers were sweating in what felt like an oven. […]

Sunday, July 31, 2011

By Fronnie Lewis Sunday, July 31, 2011

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Guest Blogger: Watermelon and hot summer days

Photo courtesy Guest Blogger Jean Youn It’s now the end of July and the beginning of August. The hot summer weather causes people to sweat a lot. Sometimes, excessive heat can make people feel weak. In cases like this, it is good to eat a lot of healthy foods. Some of the best foods to eat during the hot summer […]

Sunday, July 31, 2011

By Fronnie Lewis Sunday, July 31, 2011

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Mega Millions jackpot blows up to $85 million!

A whole lot of green in the Mega Millions jackpot today. No one got lucky enough to purchase a ticket with all of the winning numbers in last Friday’s draw. So the jackpot exploded to $85 million!!! That’s some serious moolah. Those winning numbers: 8, 10, 22, 47, 48 and the Mega Ball 35. One ticket holder in California almost scored […]

Saturday, July 30, 2011

By Fronnie Lewis Saturday, July 30, 2011

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Talk of the Town: Is Walmart moving to the Media City?

A lot of chatter these days about Walmart. Is the world’s largest retailer coming to Burbank — bringing along its unsavory baggage of poor labor practices — including a reputation for discriminating against minorities — particularly women? Apparently Walmart has plans to open in Burbank at The Great Indoors location in the Empire Center. Recently, Walmart bought the site from Sears. The Great Indoors is expected to close this weekend. […]

Friday, July 29, 2011

By Fronnie Lewis Friday, July 29, 2011

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A Writer’s View: “New York Times bestselling author dishes on the dramatic changes in the publishing industry”

New York Times bestselling author dishes on the dramatic changes in the publishing industry I always considered myself to be the walking, talking success story of American publishing. I’m a lawyer, and at age 40, I had two babies back to back. Suddenly, I was a stay-at-home mom and trying to figure out how to replace the income I relinquished due […]

Thursday, July 28, 2011

By Fronnie Lewis Thursday, July 28, 2011

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Mega Millions jackpot rolls over to $74 million!

The Mega Millions jackpot may spark a new round of lottery fever. The jackpot took a tumble to $74 million, after no one won the big one in last Tuesday’s draw. The winning digits: 20, 25, 35, 52, 55, and the Mega Ball 10. A ticket with all of those hot numbers, except the Mega Ball was sold here in the Southland at […]