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Wednesday, May 27, 2026

Online party invites that look real but are scams

Scams/Online Party Invites—   It’s graduation and summer party season. The FTC is getting reports about unexpected “You’re invited” texts and emails that are actually phishing scams. These fake invitations ask for your email login credentials or a special pass code to open them, but don’t do it. Learn how these phishing scams work and how to protect yourself if you […]
Wednesday, May 27, 2026

Tips on how to avoid carbon monoxide poisoning at home or on vacation

Consumer Alert/Carbon Monoxide—   (StatePoint) Carbon monoxide (CO) is a poisonous, flammable gas that is impossible to see, smell, or taste — making it easy to assume you’re safe when danger may already be present. So, whether you’ll be vacationing away from home or planning a “staycation” this summer, take extra steps to help protect yourself and your loved ones […]
Tuesday, May 26, 2026

LA World Cup 26 Fan Zone events coming to Downtown Burbank

LA World Cup 26/Fan Zone Events— TICKETS NOW LIVE! Los Angeles World Cup ’26 Fan Zone at Downtown Burbank Be part of the excitement as the world comes together right here in Downtown Burbank for the Los Angeles World Cup 26 Fan Zone, happening July 18 – 19, on San Fernando Boulevard between Magnolia Boulevard and Angeleno Avenue. Tickets now […]
Monday, May 25, 2026

Camp Nelson National Monument honors sacrifice of black soldiers during Civil War

USA/Travel—   (StatePoint) When it comes to learning history, there is something about walking around a historical site that drives a lesson home in a way nearly impossible to replicate with films, books, and other media. Camp Nelson History For instance, there are thousands of pages written on the historical importance of places like Camp Nelson in Nicholasville, Kentucky, where […]
Sunday, May 17, 2026

How to get smart about your tech stuff and help the environment

Technology—   (StatePoint) Phones are essential to everyday life, but they also come with an environmental footprint. New survey data from Allstate Protection Plans shows that Americans are thinking more seriously about that impact. The challenge is that habits around recycling, trade-ins, and refurbished devices are still lagging behind awareness. Allstate Protection Plans’ latest mobile survey shows that 52% of […]
Monday, May 11, 2026

Time running out to register to vote in upcoming June 2 statewide primary

Statewide Primary/Register to vote deadline —   Statewide Direct Primary Election Deadline to Register to Vote is May 18. The City Clerk’s Office would like to remind residents that the last day to register to vote in the June 2 Statewide Direct Primary Election is Monday, May 18. Voter registration forms are available in the City Clerk’s Office and at Burbank Libraries. […]
Friday, April 24, 2026

LA County District Atty’s Office files charges against Burbank stabbing suspect

Burbank/Stabbing Suspect Charged— April 23, 2026: Man Charged With Murder in Stabbing That Killed Burbank Schoolteacher, Seriously Injured Daughter – News Release   BURBANK, Calif. — A 30-year-old man was charged today with murder in the stabbing of first-grade teacher Arti Varma, 59, and the attempted murder of her 25-year-old daughter, Meera Varma, at their home in Burbank. “Arti Varma […]