Tuesday, July 28, 2026
Tuesday, July 28, 2026
USA/Midterm Elections 2026— By Eric Galatas, producer, Colorado News Connection, a bureau of Public News Service. Since January, President Donald Trump has used federal law enforcement to raid election facilities to seize ballots and voting machines, all while continuing to cast doubt on the integrity of elections across the nation. Democracy watchdog groups are warning that the administration is setting the […]
Monday, July 27, 2026
BUSINESS/Paramount-Warner Bros. Merger Hits Major Snag— SAG-AFTRA comes out against the Paramount-Warner Bros. merger. Last Saturday, the union’s national board adopted a resolution opposing the controversial deal. In a news release, SAG-AFTRA President Sean Astin said, “Our members have every right to expect that the government will do thorough regulatory oversight when a deal of this magnitude takes place. […]
Sunday, July 26, 2026
USA/Back -to-School— By Suzanne Potter, producer, Nevada News Service, a bureau of Public News Service. School will be back in session for students in Nevada and SoCal in a few weeks. So now is a good time to schedule a wellness check. A pediatrician will make sure a child is hitting growth and developmental goals and is up […]
Saturday, July 25, 2026
Southland/Beach Warnings— July 23, 2026 Ocean Water Use Warning for Los Angeles County Beaches The Los Angeles County Department of Public Health advises the public to avoid swimming, surfing, and playing in ocean waters at the following Los Angeles County beaches due to elevated bacteria levels that exceed state health standards: BEACH AREA WARNINGS: The warning […]
Friday, July 24, 2026
Sports/LeBron James— William Shakespeare wrote, “parting is such sweet sorrow.” That is definitely the case with LeBron James’ decision not to finish out his career with the Los Angeles Lakers. LeBron gave the purple and gold eight incredible years. Sweet. However, about a month ago, James, through his agent, disclosed he would not be a Laker next season, but […]
Thursday, July 23, 2026
USA/Film Production in New Mexico— By Roz Brown, producer, New Mexico News Connection, a bureau of Public News Service. New Mexico’s high tax incentives meant to lure film production crews are paying off, even in remote and rural communities. After reaching a high mark in 2022, the state’s film industry took a hit beginning in 2023 due to two […]
Wednesday, July 22, 2026
Weather/SoCal Heat Wave— By Suzanne Potter, producer, California News Service, a bureau of Public News Service. This week is the hottest of the year in SoCal so far, and health experts are cautioning residents to limit outdoor activity, seek shade, and drink plenty of water to protect themselves. Temperatures in the Southern California desert are expected to approach […]
Wednesday, July 22, 2026
Lottery/Mega Millions— No one scored the Mega Millions jackpot last night, but a Southland ticket holder came pretty close. A ticket sold in a Palmdale gas station and mini mart at 2680 East Palmdale Blvd matched five of the winning numbers, but missed the Mega. That ticket has a base value of $3,663,321, but because it included a multiplier of […]
Tuesday, July 21, 2026
USA/ICE— By Danielle Smith, producer, Tennessee News Service, a bureau of Public News Service. Shootings involving federal immigration officers are drawing urgent warnings from human rights leaders. They say fatal encounters with those federal agents are rising across the U.S. Human Rights Watch reports deaths in ICE custody have more than doubled since early 2025, with 52 cases documented […]
Sunday, July 19, 2026
Holidays/National Ice Cream Day— Go big. It’s another hot day in SoCal, and it’s also National Ice Cream Day! So don’t hold back, enjoy one of America’s favorite treats. And a slew of businesses are celebrating the holiday with deals, discounts, or freebies. Check out the list here.
Sunday, July 19, 2026
Lottery/Super Lotto Plus— The SuperLotto Plus jackpot from last night’s draw went unclaimed, but two local ticketholders did win a bundle. The lucky players are holding tickets with five of the winning numbers, missing only the Mega Ball. The California Lottery says each of those tickets is worth $18,952. Not a bad investment on a SuperLotto Plus ticket that […]