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Wednesday, March 28, 2012

By Fronnie Lewis Wednesday, March 28, 2012

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UPDATE: Mega Millions jackpot blows up to $500 million!!!!

That colossal Mega Millions jackpot is continuing to grow. The Mega Millions jackpot has reached record-breaking territory. No one managed to match all of the winning numbers in last night’s draw, so the jackpot exploded to $476 million — and now has reached $500 million! That’s the largest Mega Millions money pot ever. The previous record holder was $390 […]

Tuesday, March 27, 2012

By Fronnie Lewis Tuesday, March 27, 2012

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The Los Angeles Dodgers sold!

The troubled Los Angeles Dodgers are about to get a fresh start with new owners. The Dodgers organization and present owner, Frank McCourt, announced the $2 billion agreement with Guggenheim Baseball Management in a PRnewswire release late today. The new owners include NBA legend/entrepreneur, Earvin “Magic” Johnson and movie executive Peter Guber. In the release, Frank McCourt stated: “”This agreement […]

Tuesday, March 27, 2012

By Fronnie Lewis Tuesday, March 27, 2012

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Mega Millions jackpot leaps to $363 million!!

Money, money, money! The Mega Millions lottery jackpot has now reached a mind-boggling $363 million. Yes, it could be bigger by draw time tonight at 7:45 p.m. Money like that — even a piece of it — could make some impossible dreams come true.

Monday, March 26, 2012

By Fronnie Lewis Monday, March 26, 2012

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Burbank Coordinating Council launches new website

The Burbank Coordinating Council has a new connection on the Internet — a new website! There’s info on sending needy kids to camp, sharing with our community through the Holiday Baskets program, photos, and an easy donate page. Check it out at Burbankcoordinatingcouncil.org

Sunday, March 25, 2012

By Fronnie Lewis Sunday, March 25, 2012

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Talk of the town: Incident at Burbank Councilman Gordon’s business office

A lot of chatter and questions being asked about that incident at Burbank City Councilman Dr. David Gordon’s business office a little over a week ago. Burbank Police are reporting that a brick was tossed through a “4 by 6 foot window” at Dr. Gordon’s optometry office in the 800 block of Hollywood Way, March 16, at around 10 p.m. Was […]

Friday, March 23, 2012

By Fronnie Lewis Friday, March 23, 2012

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Opt-out smart meter plan approved for Burbank

Despite fierce opposition from a small relentless group of smart meter opponents, the Burbank City Council voted to install a new opt-out fee schedule at its meeting on Tuesday, March 20. During public comments, the opponents lambasted the smart meter technology as unhealthy, dangerous, and a privacy invader. As they have done many times in the past months, the council […]

Tuesday, March 20, 2012

By Fronnie Lewis Tuesday, March 20, 2012

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City of Burbank responds to Bill Taylor court victory

The city of Burbank sent out a news release on the court victory of former Burbank PD Deputy Chief Bill Taylor late yesterday. Here it is. Contact: Amy Albano City Attorney’s Office (818) 238-5709 Burbank is Unsuccessful in Bill Taylor Case Burbank, Calif. – After a lengthy trial, a superior court jury returned a verdict against the City of Burbank […]

Monday, March 19, 2012

By Fronnie Lewis Monday, March 19, 2012

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A court victory for former Burbank PD Deputy Chief Bill Taylor

A Los Angeles County Superior Court jury late today reportedly handed former Burbank PD Deputy Chief William “Bill” Taylor a major court victory. I’m hearing the settlement awarded to Taylor, $1-3 million. In his lawsuit, Taylor claimed he was demoted and then fired after pointing out a suspected case of sexual harassment in the department to then Burbank Police Chief […]

Friday, March 9, 2012

By Fronnie Lewis Friday, March 9, 2012

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Vivid Colors: Reception for local artist Alice Asmar

Meet local artist Alice Asmar and view some of her extraordinary works at a special reception Sunday, March 11, 2-5 p.m. at the Geo Gallery 1545 Victory Blvd., Glendale 91201. The event is hosted by former Burbank Mayor Marsha Ramos. “I’ve selected some personal favorites of her pieces that capture the culture of the American Southwest and are reflective of […]