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Saturday, January 9, 2016

By Fronnie Lewis Saturday, January 9, 2016

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Powerball jackpot surges to at least $900 million

As Powerball fever sweeps the nation, the jackpot for that lottery game has surged to $900 million. It could near one billion dollars by the time of tonight’s draw at 7 :59 p.m. That’s the riches lottery jackpot in U.S. history. The chances of winning the big prize is one in 293 million. The odds of winning some kind […]

Wednesday, January 6, 2016

Photo: FLLewis / Media city G -- Two workmen, without umbrellas, dashed through the intersection of West Olive Avenue and South Victory in Burbank January 5, 2016

By Fronnie Lewis Wednesday, January 6, 2016

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Burbank pounded by winter storm Tuesday, more rain coming

Burbank and the rest of the Southland got pounded by a major storm yesterday and a second is expected to hammer us hard today. Meanwhile, more storms are lining up to roll through our area. Weather watchers say this is the first series of El Niño storms to hit Southern California this winter. We’ve been hoping for rain — now […]

Sunday, January 3, 2016

By Fronnie Lewis Sunday, January 3, 2016

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Powerball ticket worth $424,000 sold in Burbank

No one scored Saturday’s big Powerball jackpot worth at least $344 million, however, some lucky player who bought a ticket for yesterday’s draw in Burbank did win a ton of money. The winning numbers: 5, 6, 15, 29, 42 and the Powerball 10. A ticket with all the numbers except the Powerball was purchased at 7-Eleven 1611 West Olive Avenue […]

Saturday, January 2, 2016

By Fronnie Lewis Saturday, January 2, 2016

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Natalie Cole: 1950 – 2015

The entertainment industry and music fans are remembering Natalie Cole. The multi-Grammy winner passed away New Year’s Eve at a Los Angeles hospital reportedly of congestive heart failure. The daughter of legendary jazz entertainer, Nate King Cole, had an unforgettable voice of her own. Also, she inspired many with her grace and style even while dealing with personal struggles, including […]

Friday, January 1, 2016

By Fronnie Lewis Friday, January 1, 2016

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Happy New Year!

Welcome 2016! Hope it’s the best year ever.

Friday, January 1, 2016

By Fronnie Lewis Friday, January 1, 2016

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Burbank Police investigating gang-related shooting

Burbank Police are investigating what they’re calling a gang-related shooting, which sent an 18 year-old male to the hospital. The victim was hit by gunfire on New Year’s Eve. It happened in the 200 block of West Verdugo Avenue at around 2:30 p.m. In a news release, Burbank PD spokesman, Sergeant Claudio Losacco said “Preliminary information is that a black […]

Thursday, December 31, 2015

By Fronnie Lewis Thursday, December 31, 2015

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Bill Cosby to face sexual assault charges in court

One of at least 50 women who have accused veteran comedian Bill Cosby of a series of offenses, from drugging to rape, will get her day in court. Yesterday, Cosby was arraigned in a Pennsylvania court and now faces several charges in connection with a 2004 case. Cosby is free on a million dollar bail. This is the first time […]

Wednesday, December 30, 2015

By Fronnie Lewis Wednesday, December 30, 2015

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Former “Glee” star Mark Salling facing child porn charges

The year is ending on a sour note for a former star of the hit TV series “Glee.” Mark Salling, who played bad boy Noah “Puck” Puckerman, on the comedy/musical is facing charges of possession of child pornography. Salling was arrested yesterday at his home in nearby by Sunland and is now out on bail. A tip led to the […]

Wednesday, December 30, 2015

By Fronnie Lewis Wednesday, December 30, 2015

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Burbank PD needs help in finding sexual assault suspect

Burbank Police are asking for the public’s help in finding a sexual assault suspect who allegedly groped a 12 year-old girl, at the Target in the Burbank Empire Center, earlier this month. The alleged attack occurred on Sunday, December 13, around 4:15 p.m. The girl was” with her mother, when the suspect walked up to her and squeezed her buttocks. The […]