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Friday, June 10, 2016

By Fronnie Lewis Friday, June 10, 2016

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Southern California quake felt in Burbank

A Southern California quake felt in Burbank and many other places in the Southland. So far, there have been more than 300 aftershocks, some measuring more than 3.0. The early morning shaker jolted many from their sleep at 1:04 a.m. The 5.2 magnitude quake struck about 27 miles south of Palm Springs in Riverside County and around 12 miles North […]

Wednesday, June 8, 2016

Photo: FLLewis / Media City G --Primary polling location inside fire station 15 at 1420 West Verdugo Avenue Burbank June 7, 2016

By Fronnie Lewis Wednesday, June 8, 2016

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California June 7 primary preliminary results

California June 7 primary preliminary results for 2016 are out. In Los Angeles County more than a million voters cast their ballots, according to the Los Angeles County Registrar-Recorder/ County Clerk’s Office. Here’s a tweet sent out by Los Angeles County Clerk Dean Logan. 4,698 (100%) precincts reporting; 1,438,909 ballots for preliminary Election Night final. https://t.co/9E9L8jHgJU — Dean Logan, RR/CC […]

Tuesday, June 7, 2016

By Fronnie Lewis Tuesday, June 7, 2016

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Election Day for the California Primary 2016

Finally, Election Day for the California Primary 2016. Almost every day for the past few weeks, my mailbox has been stuffed with expensive flyers and political campaign literature clamoring for my vote. Political endorsements were still filling up my voice mail yesterday. Late Monday, the results from the Puerto Rico primary came in. After seeing those results, some in the […]

Monday, June 6, 2016

Photo: (l-r) Food Blogger Gwenna Hunter and Chef Chloe at opening of new vegan restaurant in Silver Lake May 31, 2016 -- photo courtesy Gwenna Hunter

By Guest Blogger Monday, June 6, 2016

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Food Groove: New vegan restaurant opens in Silver Lake

I went to “by CHLOE.” vegan restaurant in Silver Lake because of Chef Chloe. She is a vegan celebrity who is known for her amazing vegan recipes and dishes at her New York City restaurant “by CHLOE.” For months, there’s been a lot buzz about this chain coming to the Southland. I wanted to be one of the first vegans to […]

Sunday, June 5, 2016

Photo: FLLewis / Media City G -- Smoke from the Calabasas fire as seen from the parking lot of the Empire Center in Burbank June 4, 2016

By Fronnie Lewis Sunday, June 5, 2016

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Smoke from Calabasas fire hangs over Burbank

Smoke from Calabasas fire hangs over Burbank. The fire broke out late yesterday afternoon. There are reports of a speeding truck slamming into pole, knocking down power lines, in the 2300 block of Mulholland Highway and that may have sparked the fire. By midnight more than 500 acres had been burned, several structures damaged, and 5,000 people had been evacuated from […]

Saturday, June 4, 2016

Bill Clinton stumps for Hillary at Burbank event

By Fronnie Lewis Saturday, June 4, 2016

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Bill Clinton stumping for Hillary in Burbank

Former President Bill Clinton stumping for Hillary in Burbank yesterday. Several hundred folks braved the 80 plus degree heat to see Clinton pitch his wife as the best candidate to be the next president of the United States. Clinton stepped out to applause and cheers in front of the Olive Recreation Center on West Olive Avenue at around 11:30 a.m. […]

Friday, June 3, 2016

By Fronnie Lewis Friday, June 3, 2016

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National Donut Day Friday June 3, 2016

Not only is it Friday, but also it’s National Donut Day. The celebration of the sweet treat goes back to World War I and II when the Salvation Army offered free donuts to our troops. The soldiers returned home longing for the donuts they had during wartime and that sparked a new industry. No matter how you spell it, Donut […]

Tuesday, May 31, 2016

Photo: FLLewis / Media City G -- Walmart Supercenter remodel is nearly finished at the Empire Center in Burbank May 30, 2016

By Fronnie Lewis Tuesday, May 31, 2016

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Burbank Walmart planning grand opening on June 22

Burbank Walmart planning grand opening on June 22. The controversial Walmart Supercenter is nearly finished with a remodel that has taken more than a year. The old Great Indoors structure at 1301 North Victory Place in the Empire Center has been converted into several departments including grocery, general merchandise, sporting goods, apparel, and a pharmacy. More than 300 new associates […]

Monday, May 30, 2016

By Fronnie Lewis Monday, May 30, 2016

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Major shopping deals on Memorial Day

Major shopping deals on Memorial Day. Shoppers looking to save money can grab some deals and discounts at some big retailers today. Locally, you can check out Best Buy, Dick’s Sporting Goods, Lowe’s, and even Boston Market. Also, some great online deals at Wayfair and Overstock. More holiday sales here. Oh, a lot of automakers are trying to draw consumers […]