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Friday, October 22, 2010
By Fronnie Lewis Friday, October 22, 2010
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Mega Millions jackpot cracks the $100 million mark

  The Mega Millions lottery jackpot just got super-sized.  No one matched all of the winning numbers in last Tuesday’s draw, so the jackpot blew-up again. It’s now hovering at around $101 million. I get the feeling lottery tickets are going to be selling fast today, come rain or shine. Oh, last Tuesday’s game was not a total wash in […]
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Thursday, October 21, 2010
By Fronnie Lewis Thursday, October 21, 2010
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“Lucky 13” tips for Halloween

Halloween is in the air. I’m seeing bats, vampires, ghouls, and other night creatures lurking around my Burbank neighborhood. Adults as well as kids are gearing up for the haunting night of October 31. While you’re preparing to get your “spook on” the Food and Drug Administration has a few guidelines to keep in mind. Today the FDA released its “Lucky […]
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Wednesday, October 20, 2010
By Fronnie Lewis Wednesday, October 20, 2010
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New location for President Obama’s Southland rally

 President Barack Obama is coming to town. Actually, to the Southland. During his visit, President Obama is scheduled to speak at a “Moving America Forward” rally, this Friday, October 22. Obama’s goal is to get people fired up for the final leg of the 2010 political campaign.   Today an e-mail arrived in my in-box announcing a change of venue for that rally. […]
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Wednesday, October 20, 2010
By Fronnie Lewis Wednesday, October 20, 2010
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Another big bucks deal for Magic Johnson

Ex-NBA Star, Magic Johnson, must have some major plans in the works. The Los Angeles Times is reporting Johnson recently sold his 105 Starbuck franchises back to the parent company. Earlier this week it was announced, the former Laker superstar, unloaded his ownership interest in the Lakers. Both deals are worth around $100 million, according to the Times. More on Johnson’s wheeling and dealing here.
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Wednesday, October 20, 2010
By Fronnie Lewis Wednesday, October 20, 2010
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Stormy weather in the Southland

More showers with a chance of thunderstorms in Burbank and most of the Southland, today.  Last night, I was out on the freeways and noticed the big trucks had slowed down and only a few motorists were darting in and out of traffic as if the roads were dry. It has taken a few days of rainy weather for some drivers to get […]
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Tuesday, October 19, 2010
By Fronnie Lewis Tuesday, October 19, 2010
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Lakers lose some magic

Former Laker Superstar, Earvin “Magic” Johnson, is no longer part owner of the NBA champion Lakers.  Sad, but true. Yesterday, the team announced Johnson had sold his ownership share to Dr. Patrick Soon-Shiong, a 25-year season-ticket holder, local businessman, and philanthropist.   Johnson reportedly bought his share for $10 million in 1994. No official word on what it sold for, but according to […]
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Sunday, October 17, 2010
By Fronnie Lewis Sunday, October 17, 2010
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“Jackass 3D” makes huge haul at the Box Office

Two new adult films debuted at the top of the Box Office, outperforming expectations. Leading the way, “Jackass 3D,” a crude comedy, that packed theaters and earned an estimated $50 million, to become the new number one film in the country. This is the third installment of the “Jackass” series and is based on the TV series (2000-2002). The movie has no real plot, […]
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Sunday, October 17, 2010
By Fronnie Lewis Sunday, October 17, 2010
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It’s Halloween Time!

It’s time to pick out the pumpkins, put out the Halloween decorations, and begin stocking up on trick or treat candy. For those who really get into the Halloween groove, the hunt is now on for the perfect costume. The weather is helping set the mood. Today it’s chilly, cloudy, and drizzly in Burbank with a chance of real rain through at […]
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Saturday, October 16, 2010
By Fronnie Lewis Saturday, October 16, 2010
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Mega Millions jackpot leaps to $86 million!

More millions for the Mega Millions lottery jackpot, after no one picked all of the winning numbers in yesterday’s draw. The winning numbers are: 9, 10, 13, 31, 50, and the Mega Ball 10. The Mega Millions jackpot now stands at $86 million, but could get even richer if lottery fever kicks in and there’s a spike in ticket sales. The […]
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