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Fronnie Lewis

Sunday, February 9, 2025
By Fronnie Lewis Sunday, February 9, 2025
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Federal judge blocks sensitive data grab by Musk’s DOGE

Another setback for President Trump and billionaire Elon Musk. Early Saturday, a federal judge blocked efforts by Musk’s DOGE (Department of Government Efficiency) to plunder sensitive US Treasury Department data. It includes millions of Americans’ financial and personal information and a system that sends out trillions of dollars in payments for things like tax refunds, Social Security benefits, and veterans’ […]
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Friday, January 24, 2025
By Fronnie Lewis Friday, January 24, 2025
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President Trump’s first actions spark controversy and lawsuits

  President Donald Trump’s ascent to power is being felt only days after his inauguration last Monday, January 20. Shortly after taking the oath of office, Trump began fulfilling a series of campaign promises. Following a rousing celebration rally at Washington DC’s Capital Arena, the 47th president began signing a slew of executive orders. Later, Trump would continue signing executive […]
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Monday, January 20, 2025
By Fronnie Lewis Monday, January 20, 2025
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Remembering Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.

    Through struggle and discipline, persistence and faith, Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. helped move this country forward. As we honor his legacy today, let’s remember the lesson he taught us: that even in the face of impossible odds, people who love this country can help change it.… — Barack Obama (@BarackObama) January 20, 2025
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Monday, January 20, 2025
By Fronnie Lewis Monday, January 20, 2025
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Farewell to President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris

    When I look back on the past four years, I don’t just see the challenges we faced. I see hope, progress, and possibility. A picture is worth a thousand words, but these photos tell the story of an America that’s always moving forward – we must keep it going. pic.twitter.com/AmXq5FFGpj — President Biden (@POTUS) January 18, 2025   […]
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Sunday, January 19, 2025
By Fronnie Lewis Sunday, January 19, 2025
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Red flag warnings and wildfire update

The City of Burbank is urging everyone to be on the alert as strong wind conditions return starting tomorrow. A Red Flag Warning will be in effect from 10:00 a.m. on Monday, January 20, through 10:00 p.m. on Tuesday, January 21. Weather watchers predict Santa Ana winds will increase tomorrow, bringing the threat of damaging winds gusting from 60 to […]
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Wednesday, January 15, 2025
By Fronnie Lewis Wednesday, January 15, 2025
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Burbank issues warning about rental price gouging during emergencies

  The City of Burbank is urging residents to be on the alert for price gouging. The city sent out the alert message yesterday saying it has received “complaints and concerns regarding price gouging, specifically rental rate gouging” since the wildfire disaster began Tuesday, January 7, in the Southland. Also,  the governor’s office has issued an emergency declaration making it […]
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Tuesday, January 14, 2025
By Fronnie Lewis Tuesday, January 14, 2025
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Burbank City Council set to hold first official meeting of 2025

The Burbank City Council kicks off January with its first official meeting of 2025 today. The council has gone through some changes. Last month, at the reorganization meeting on December 16, Vice-Mayor Nikki Perez (sitting in photo) was selected by council members as the new mayor. Perez has deep roots in the Media City. Mayor Perez, a Burbank native She […]
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Sunday, January 12, 2025
By Fronnie Lewis Sunday, January 12, 2025
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Mourning former President Jimmy Carter

Flags at Burbank City Hall remain at half-staff as part of the mourning for former President Jimmy Carter. The former commander-in-chief died last month on December 29 at the age of 100. The following day, the Media City announced that as a tribute to the former president from Plains, Georgia, flags would be lowered to half-staff for 30 days. Last […]
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Wednesday, January 8, 2025
By Fronnie Lewis Wednesday, January 8, 2025
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Wind and fire in SoCal

    A rare and treacherous windstorm is expected to batter the Southland for a second day. So far, at least two dead and incredible destruction. A report here. Also, no fires are burning in Burbank at this time, however, officials are encouraging everyone in the city to stay alert and prepared.   There are currently NO evacuation orders or […]
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