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Sunday, November 1, 2026

By Public News Service Sunday, November 1, 2026

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Consumer price woes spreading across the US

USA/Consumer prices— By Mike Moen, producer, Alabama News Service, bureau, Public News Service. A new national poll shows Americans have a bleak view about affording basic needs. In a Pew Research Center October survey 74% of respondents said they are very concerned about gas and energy prices, up from 60% in July. J. Michael Collins, professor of public […]

Saturday, October 31, 2026

By Guest Contributor Saturday, October 31, 2026

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More than 500 additional vote centers open today in Los Angeles County

Southland/Voting— NEWS RELEASE FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE October 30, 2026 Media Contact: Mike Sanchez: (562) 462-2648 Media Info: (562) 462-3054 All 646 Vote Centers Open This Weekend for the November 3 General Election 523 additional Vote Centers open Saturday, October 31 — all open daily through Election Day LOS ANGELES — Los Angeles County Registrar-Recorder/County Clerk (RR/CC) Dean C. Logan announced […]

Thursday, October 29, 2026

By Fronnie Lewis Thursday, October 29, 2026

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Storm clouds move into the Southland

Southland/weather— As storm clouds roll into the Southland, the chances are good you will need an umbrella over the weekend. Maybe even sooner. Here are the latest rain details. Sadly, chances for wet Halloween activities are growing. #cawx #larain https://t.co/ZA2sXO801C — NWS Los Angeles (@NWSLosAngeles) October 28, 2026

Thursday, October 29, 2026

By Guest Contributor Thursday, October 29, 2026

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Los Angeles County top election official reacts to court victory over Trump DOJ

Los Angeles County/Elections— NEWS RELEASE FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE October 28, 2026 Media Contact: Media Info: (213) 462-1422 Federal Court Denies DOJ Request to Set Aside Ballots Ahead of November 3 General Election Ruling affirms election procedures and reinforces protections for eligible voters LOS ANGELES — Los Angeles County Registrar-Recorder/County Clerk (RR/CC) Dean C. Logan welcomes today’s federal court decision […]

Tuesday, October 27, 2026

By Fronnie Lewis Tuesday, October 27, 2026

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SoCal flooding risk still high for coastal areas

SoCal/Coastal flooding— As the ocean tide rises, flooding risk increases in many communities along the SoCal coast. Here are the latest details for coastal flooding threat this week. Tide levels will likely exceed record levels at several locations. #cawx https://t.co/ACmN9WhpLH — NWS Los Angeles (@NWSLosAngeles) October 26, 2026

Monday, October 26, 2026

By Fronnie Lewis Monday, October 26, 2026

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Production and Industry News October 26, 2026

Southland/Production— Production Sci-Fi Comedy Pilot. Aliens Warring Over Human Lovers (working acronym AWOHL) is currently in pre-production. Cameras are set to roll this coming December in Los Angeles County. Casting is underway. Details here. Dark Comedy Web Series. Faildaughter is an independent pilot in pre-production. Set in Los Angeles, it’s due to start filming the first week […]

Sunday, October 25, 2026

By Fronnie Lewis Sunday, October 25, 2026

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National Weather Service issues flood advisory for SoCal coast

Weather/SoCal— Parts of the Southern California coastline are bracing for possible flooding today. The Weather Service issued a coastal flood advisory this morning from 5 am until 1 pm Thursday. This includes Santa Barbara, San Luis Obispo, Ventura, and Los Angeles counties. Previous storms have battered local beach communities in Long Beach and Newport Beach, and during the past few […]

Sunday, October 25, 2026

By Guest Contributor Sunday, October 25, 2026

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How to make smart choices when using your mobile phone as a money manager

USA/Money matters— (StatePoint) The smartphone has become the remote control for modern financial life. Americans use it to check balances, pay friends, tap at checkout, manage bills, shop online, store cards, access accounts, and increasingly carry digital versions of personal information that once lived in a wallet or filing cabinet. The Allstate Protection Plans Global Mobile Survey of American […]

Friday, October 23, 2026

By Guest Contributor Friday, October 23, 2026

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Second rabid raccoon discovered in Los Angeles County

Health/Southland— For Immediate Release: October 23, 2026 Second Rabid Raccoon Detected in LA County – Public Health reminds everyone to never touch wild animals and ensure pets are up to date on vaccines The Los Angeles County Department of Public Health is investigating a second rabies-positive raccoon found in the Westlake Village area of Los Angeles County. Earlier […]

Thursday, October 22, 2026

By Guest Contributor Thursday, October 22, 2026

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Burbank announces new film permit process

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Wednesday, October 21, 2026

By Guest Contributor Wednesday, October 21, 2026

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Medicare misconceptions to be aware of during open enrollment period

USA/Health— (StatePoint) Each fall, the Annual Enrollment Period (AEP) for Medicare, which runs from Oct. 15 to Dec. 7, is an opportunity for people eligible for Medicare to choose the health plan that will work best for them in the coming year. While Original Medicare provides broad coverage, there are some services that aren’t covered, including many that people […]

Monday, October 19, 2026

By Fronnie Lewis Monday, October 19, 2026

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Storm headed to the Southland

Weather/Storm- Get ready, a storm is headed our way. After last week’s hot temperatures and brutal Santa Ana winds, we’re now seeing a cooling trend, with rain coming soon. The National Weather Service predicts the storm will arrive around mid-week. Weather watchers say minor flooding is possible, especially near recent burn scars. Also, a chance of thunderstorms with lightning, heavy […]