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Sunday, August 2, 2026
By Fronnie Lewis Sunday, August 2, 2026
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Three California ticketholders win big prizes in Powerball

Lottery/Powerball—   That huge Powerball jackpot is getting even larger! No ticket scored all six winning numbers in last night’s draw.  However, several had five of the lucky numbers. Three of those big-money tickets were bought in the Golden State, and each is worth $809,204, according to the California Lottery. One of the big-money Powerball tickets was purchased in the […]
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Saturday, August 1, 2026
By Fronnie Lewis Saturday, August 1, 2026
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Major heat wave with dangerous temperatures this weekend

Weather/Heat Wave—   If you’re out and about this weekend in the San Fernando Valley, the best place to hang out is under a shady umbrella, preferably with a tall cold drink. Upper 90s and triple digits expected today in the valleys and throughout the Southland. Bottom line, it’s going to be scorching in SoCal. An extreme heat warning for […]
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Friday, July 31, 2026
By Public News Service Friday, July 31, 2026
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Demand growing for the rich to pay higher taxes in USA

USA/Raising Taxes On Wealthy—   By Eric Galatas, producer, Colorado News Connection, a bureau of Public News Service   As families across the U.S. struggle to pay for food, rent and healthcare, efforts to raise taxes on the richest Americans are gaining momentum. A new bill introduced in Congress targets the nation’s 938 billionaires. Instead of taxing reported income, which […]
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Wednesday, July 29, 2026
By Public News Service Wednesday, July 29, 2026
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Not too late to plan a summer trip on a budget

Vacation/On The Road—   By Terri Dee, producer, Indiana News Service, a bureau of Public News Service.    Still time to hit the road and enjoy a great summer getaway. Creating a vacation budget is costlier than last year, but there are still ways to keep vacations affordable. Michael Negron, senior fellow for economic opportunity at the Center for American Progress in […]
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Tuesday, July 28, 2026
By Public News Service Tuesday, July 28, 2026
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The battle over the upcoming November elections is intensifying

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 […]
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Monday, July 27, 2026
By Fronnie Lewis Monday, July 27, 2026
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SAG-AFTRA joins the fight against the Paramount Warner Bros. merger

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. […]
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Sunday, July 26, 2026
By Public News Service Sunday, July 26, 2026
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Time to book back-to-school wellness exams for kids

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 […]
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Saturday, July 25, 2026
By Guest Contributor Saturday, July 25, 2026
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Los Angeles County Dept of Public Health issues beach warnings

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 […]
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Friday, July 24, 2026
By Fronnie Lewis Friday, July 24, 2026
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LeBron James headed to the Philadelphia 76ers

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 […]
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Thursday, July 23, 2026
By Public News Service Thursday, July 23, 2026
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Film production on the rise in New Mexico

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 […]
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