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Friday, May 3, 2024

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The popular destination San Gabriel Mountains National Monument is expanding

By Suzanne Potter Reporter/Producer, California News Service, a bureau of Public News Service. Conservation groups, tribes and community organizers are praising President Joe Biden’s decision Thursday to expand two national monuments in California. Together, the monuments will gain about 120,000 acres. The Berryessa Snow Mountain National Monument is 90 minutes northwest of Sacramento and the San Gabriel Mountains National Monument lies just east of Los […]

Monday, April 29, 2024

By Public News Service Monday, April 29, 2024

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Several major grocery store retailers accused of price gouging

By Suzanne Potter Reporter/Producer, California News Service, a bureau of Public News Service. Consumer groups are accusing major grocery retailers – like Amazon, Kroger and Walmart – of price gouging, both during and after the pandemic. The allegation of corporate greed comes after a new report from the Federal Trade Commission found profits for grocery chains jumped sharply, at […]

Thursday, April 25, 2024

By Public News Service Thursday, April 25, 2024

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New federal rules offer passengers more protection from airline mishaps

By Mike Moen Reporter/Producer, Wisconsin News Connection , a bureau of Public News Service. Air travelers could face fewer obstacles in securing a refund if their flight is canceled or changed under new federal rules announced Wednesday. The moves are being praised by watchdog groups. The Department of Transportation said airlines are now required to promptly provide passengers with […]

Tuesday, April 23, 2024

By Public News Service Tuesday, April 23, 2024

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US Supreme Court to decide controversial Starbucks case

By Eric Tegethoff Reporter/Producer, Washington News Service, a bureau of Public News Service. A case before the U.S. Supreme Court could have implications for the country’s growing labor movement. Justices will hear oral arguments in Starbucks versus McKinney today to determine if the bar should be raised for the National Labor Relations Board when it seeks to impose court-ordered injunctions […]

Monday, April 22, 2024

By Public News Service Monday, April 22, 2024

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On Earth Day, climate activists push for state bond measure

By Suzanne Potter Reporter/Producer, California News Service, a bureau of Public News Service. Today, in honor of Earth Day, climate advocates are asking California lawmakers and Gov. Gavin Newsom to rally around a plan to put a $15 billion bond measure on the November ballot. If passed, the bond measure would fund a range of climate resiliency measures. Sam […]

Saturday, April 20, 2024

By Guest Contributor Saturday, April 20, 2024

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New Hollywood Burbank Airport citizen’s advisory committee seeks members

News Release BURBANK, CA (April 18, 2024) – The Burbank City Clerk’s Office is accepting applications for the Hollywood Burbank Airport Citizen’s Advisory Committee beginning April 18, 2024, through May 20, 2024. Applications may be submitted online by visiting www.burbankca.gov/bccapplication or you can pick up an application in the City Clerk’s Office located in City Hall at 275 […]

Sunday, April 14, 2024

By Fronnie Lewis Sunday, April 14, 2024

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NASA on the hunt for space adventurers

Do you have the right stuff? NASA is looking for new astronauts with a zest for adventure and space exploration. However, the deadline to apply is approaching quickly. The basic requirement is to be a U.S. citizen with a master’s degree in science, technology, engineering, or math. If interested, check out the details and fill out an application at https://go.nasa.gov/astro2024. […]

Friday, April 12, 2024

By Guest Contributor Friday, April 12, 2024

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Development of Homeless Solutions Center and Safe Parking Program moves forward in Burbank

News Release BURBANK, CA (April 11, 2024) – During the City Council Meeting on April 9, 2024, the Burbank City Council took steps to further address homelessness by selecting 323-333 S. Front Street and 10 E. Verdugo Avenue as the site for a Homeless Solutions Center and directing staff to move forward with design and community engagement. Council also adopted […]

Friday, March 29, 2024

By Public News Service Friday, March 29, 2024

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A proposal to cut Social Security debated in Congress

By Mike Moen Reporter/Producer, Prairie News Service, a bureau of Public News Service. Congress just avoided a partial government shutdown by approving a budget through the end of September. However, the debate over some crucial issues, for instance, a new blueprint for a key safety net program, continues. And that has advocates in North Dakota and across the country worried. […]