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Thursday, July 4, 2024

By Public News Service Thursday, July 4, 2024

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Recent survey shows majority of voters support US Supreme Court reforms

By Alex Gonzalez, reporter/producer, Nevada News Service, a bureau of Public News Service. A University of Nevada-Las Vegas law professor said the conservative majority on the U.S. Supreme Court has issued major decisions that have dramatically changed the country’s legal landscape. Roe v. Wade David Orentlicher said the court’s decision to overturn Roe v. Wade and its constitutional right […]

Wednesday, July 3, 2024

By Public News Service Wednesday, July 3, 2024

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How to stay safe during a California heat wave

By Suzanne Potter Reporter/Producer, California News Service, a bureau of Public News Service. This year, the 4th of July weekend arrives with an extreme heat advisory in California, with triple-digit temperatures in many inland areas well into next week. So, public health experts are asking people to take extra precautions to stay safe. Anyone is susceptible to heat-related […]

Tuesday, July 2, 2024

By Guest Contributor Tuesday, July 2, 2024

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Burbank Police investigating fatal traffic collision involving a pedestrian

July 1, 2024 Burbank, California – A pedestrian has died after being struck by a suspected DUI driver. On June 28, 2024, at about 4:30 P.M., Burbank Police and Paramedics responded to the area of Olive Avenue and Glenoaks Boulevard regarding a traffic collision involving a pedestrian. When police officers and paramedics arrived, they located a female in the […]

Monday, July 1, 2024

By Fronnie Lewis Monday, July 1, 2024

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Winning SuperLotto Plus ticket sold in Burbank over the weekend

Over the weekend, no one hit the SuperLotto Plus jackpot in the California Lottery. So, that mega prize of $48 million rolls over and continues to grow for the next draw, which will be later this week. However, four ticketholders had five winning numbers in last Saturday’s draw. Here are the lucky digits: 8, 10, 12, 21, 25, and the […]

Sunday, June 30, 2024

By Guest Contributor Sunday, June 30, 2024

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Burbank community bulletin for 4th of July celebrations

COMMUNITY BULLETIN BURBANK POLICE DEPARTMENT CELEBRATE FOURTH OF JULY RESPONSIBLY June 26, 2024 Burbank, CA — The Burbank Police Department reminds drivers to be the real heroes of the night by prioritizing the safety of everyone on the road this Fourth of July. Plan ahead and celebrate the holiday responsibly. Burbank Police on holiday patrol Beginning Monday, July 1 through […]

Sunday, June 30, 2024

By Public News Service Sunday, June 30, 2024

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Watch out for summertime scams

By Edwin J. Viera, producer/reporter, Connecticut News Service, a bureau of Public News Service. Amid the fun in the sun, residents everywhere should be on the alert for summertime scams. Fake utility workers Utility company impostor scams are prominent this time of year. Scammers might pose as utility company employees offering a home energy audit. Homeowners are asked […]

Saturday, June 29, 2024

By Guest Contributor Saturday, June 29, 2024

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Melissa Potter to serve as Burbank Interim Library Services Director

News Release Burbank, CA (June 27, 2024) – Burbank City Manager Justin Hess has selected Assistant Library Services Director, Melissa Potter, as the Interim Library Services Director of the Burbank Public Library, replacing Elizabeth Goldman who will be stepping down from her role as Library Services Director on July 5, 2024. Melissa Potter’s background: Melissa Potter began her career with […]

Thursday, June 27, 2024

By Fronnie Lewis Thursday, June 27, 2024

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Los Angeles City Council demands investigation into Burbank Police homeless man controversy

More fallout from that controversial video showing two Burbank police officers interacting with a distressed homeless man. Los Angeles City Council President Paul Krekorian released the video earlier this month and accused the Burbank cops of “dumping” the homeless man near his office on a North Hollywood street. “We have known for years that neighboring cities were dumping unhoused people […]

Saturday, June 22, 2024

By Public News Service Saturday, June 22, 2024

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More warnings of threats to US democracy

By Alex Gonzalez, producer/reporter, Arizona News Connection, a bureau of Public News Service. Recently, the Arizona Court of Appeals dismissed a case to decertify the results of the 2022 general election. It was brought by Republican Arizona attorney general candidate Abraham Hamadeh, Republican Cochise County Supervisor Tom Crosby, and an independent voter. The 2024 presidential election is highly […]