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Sunday, May 17, 2026

By Fronnie Lewis Sunday, May 17, 2026

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A new poll shows a new leader in the race for CA governor

Polls/CA Gov Race— The race for California governor has turned into a dramatic horse race. Former U.S. Secretary of Health and Human Services Xavier Becerra is staging a come-from-behind sprint to the finish. Once lingering at 10% or below, Becerra has surged to the head of the pack in the new Emerson College Polling/Inside California Politics poll. In the poll […]

Tuesday, May 12, 2026

By Fronnie Lewis Tuesday, May 12, 2026

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US economy takes a hit as inflation climbs in April

Economy/Inflation Rises— The U.S. economy took a big hit last month. In April, inflation jumped to its highest level in almost three years, according to the latest figures released today from the Bureau of Labor Statistics. The consumer price index, a key inflation measure, shows inflation at 3.8% in April. Soaring oil and gasoline prices are reportedly the major reason. […]

Monday, May 11, 2026

By Guest Contributor Monday, May 11, 2026

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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. […]

Thursday, April 23, 2026

By Public News Service Thursday, April 23, 2026

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Recent data shows Trump’s economy is squeezing US credit card holders

Economy/Credit Cards— By Mark Richardson, producer, Oregon News Service, a bureau of Public News Service. Consumer advocates said price increases and high interest have many Americans, including Oregonians, drowning in debt and lawmakers have failed to protect them. A new analysis of credit card holders found more than 40% of U.S. adults cannot pay off their credit card balances monthly, […]

Tuesday, April 21, 2026

By Fronnie Lewis Tuesday, April 21, 2026

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Another candidate for CA governor drops out of race

CA/Gov Race— Another Democrat has dropped out of the race for California governor. Former state controller Betty Yee announced yesterday that she was suspending her campaign. In a crowded field of candidates, Yee never rose above single digits in the polls. In the latest Emerson College Polling/Inside California Politics survey, released Thursday, April 16, Yee polled at 1% when asked, […]

Wednesday, April 15, 2026

By Public News Service Wednesday, April 15, 2026

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CA union leaders call for tax cuts for working families

USA/Tax Cuts— By Suzanne Potter, producer, California News Service, a bureau of Public News Service. In honor of tax day, labor advocates are calling on Congress to cut taxes for middle- and low-income families. The Working Americans’ Tax Cut Act would exempt 104 million American adults from federal income taxes if they earn less than a living wage, which is about […]

Tuesday, April 14, 2026

By Guest Contributor Tuesday, April 14, 2026

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Rep. Eric Swalwell to resign from Congress

Politics/Resignation— 2:25 PM · Apr 13, 2026 Twitter/X @RepSwalwell Rep. Eric SwalWell (D-Dublin) ### More here and here.

Sunday, March 29, 2026

By Public News Service Sunday, March 29, 2026

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On 16th anniversary of Obamacare, the fight for health care goes on

USA/Obamacare— By Suzanne Potter, producer, California News Service, bureau of Public News Service. The Affordable Care Act has just turned 16, and California leaders are calling on Congress to reverse the massive health care cuts Republicans made last year. The measure expanded Medicaid coverage to 20 million more Americans, allowed adult children to stay on their parents’ policies until age […]

Friday, March 27, 2026

By Fronnie Lewis Friday, March 27, 2026

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Another nationwide No Kings Day protest this weekend

USA/No Kings Day— Thousands across the nation are expected to show up at “No Kings” rallies in their communities tomorrow, Saturday, March 28. Last year, in June and October, two “No Kings” days reportedly drew millions to the streets to demonstrate against President Donald Trump’s heavy-handed governing style and controversial policies. On the front page of the “No Kings” […]