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Friday, May 16, 2014

By Fronnie Lewis Friday, May 16, 2014

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Quote of the Day: Barbara Walters

“How proud, when I see all the young women who are making and reporting the news. If I did anything to help that happen that’s my legacy.” —Barbara Walters Broadcast journalist retires with final appearance on “The View” May 16, 2014

Thursday, May 15, 2014

By Fronnie Lewis Thursday, May 15, 2014

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A scorcher in Burbank today

It’s blazing hot in Burbank this morning. At 11:30 a.m. temperature in the mid 90s. As predicted it’s going to be a scorcher in the Media City. There’s a pretty good chance we will hit the triple digits before the day is done. Record breaking heat expected throughout the Southland Thursday. Red flag warnings have been extended through 8 p.m. […]

Wednesday, May 14, 2014

By Fronnie Lewis Wednesday, May 14, 2014

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Quote of the Day: Mark Zuckerberg

“By giving people the power to share, we’re making the world more transparent.” — Mark Zuckerberg Founder of Facebook Born May 14, 1984

Wednesday, May 14, 2014

By Fronnie Lewis Wednesday, May 14, 2014

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Heat is on in Burbank

The heat is on in Burbank today. The Southland is suffering through a spring heat wave. Temperatures in the Media City headed up into the upper 90s and even the triple digits today. Also, there’s a wind advisory for Santa Ana winds from 8 a.m. until 3 p.m. today. The fire danger in the Southland remains high due to the […]

Tuesday, May 13, 2014

By Fronnie Lewis Tuesday, May 13, 2014

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Free Cone Day at Haagen-Dazs shops

Sizzling temperatures expected in Burbank and most of the Southland today. The high in the Media City — at least 95. A perfect time to cool off with some free licks at Häagen-Dazs. Ice cream lovers look forward to this annual Free Cone Day. The event takes place at participating Häagen-Dazs stores from 4 p..m. to 8 p.m. Find a participating […]

Monday, May 12, 2014

By Fronnie Lewis Monday, May 12, 2014

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Hot Monday in Burbank

Hot Monday in Burbank. Before 11 a.m., the temperature already in the low 80s and on the rise. The high today in the Media City expected to be in the upper 80s, but could soar into the 90s. The weather service says this is the beginning of a heat wave due to peak on Wednesday with triple digits in […]

Sunday, May 11, 2014

By Fronnie Lewis Sunday, May 11, 2014

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Mother’s Day shout-outs to NBA’s Kevin Durant and his mother

On this Mother’s Day, Oklahoma Thunder superstar, Kevin Durant, gets a shout-out for the praise he heaped on his mother this week. While accepting this season’s NBA MVP award last Tuesday, Durant gave an emotional speech thanking his mama for her sacrifices and faith in him. Choking back tears the NBA power forward called Wanda Pratt the “real MVP” for being […]

Saturday, May 10, 2014

By Fronnie Lewis Saturday, May 10, 2014

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Ticket bought in Burbank shares top lottery prize

Someone who bought a Fantasy 5 lottery ticket in Burbank for last night’s draw is going to share the top prize. The lucky numbers from that draw: 5, 10, 19, 30, and 37. One of two winning tickets was purchased at Daniel Market 7119 Seville Avenue #E2 in Huntington Park. A second ticket was bought right here in Burbank at WBSF Newsstand 4000 […]

Saturday, May 10, 2014

Photo:FLLewis/ Media City G -- Twin authors Jamie C. Schonauer and Erin K. Schonauer signed copies of "Early Burbank" in Burbank on April 26, 2014

By Fronnie Lewis Saturday, May 10, 2014

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Twin authors conduct book signings for “Early Burbank”

Identical twins, Jamie C. and Erin K. Schonauer, have a lot in common beyond their obvious appearance. They both like history and are talented writers who work in the children’s market. A little over a year ago, the Burbank residents decided to pen a book about the early beginnings of the Media City. It was published last month by Arcadia […]