Tuesday, August 6, 2013
President Obama is scheduled to arrive in the Media City this afternoon, after stopping in Arizona. Obama is going to be the guest on “The Tonight Show with Jay Leno.” Wisely, Los Angeles Police have put out a traffic advisory for streets that might get caught up in a so-called Obamajam. Valley streets to avoid between 2:30 p.m. and 6:30 […]
Thursday, July 18, 2013
The 2013 Primetime Emmy Awards nominees came out this morning and rocked the entertainment industry with some surprise choices. Netflix, an online provider, grabbed 12 nominations including 9 for its political thriller, “House of Cards.” This is a first time the Emmys have recognized digital content delivered on the Internet as equal to the quality of the best regular […]
Friday, July 12, 2013
Forget your reusable grocery bag and you’re going to pay extra to get a carryout sack for your purchases at some retailers in nearby Glendale now. It’s part of a strict plastic bag ban ordinance, which is being rolled out in two stages. The new ordinance is listed on the City of Glendale website. Here’s the first phase: “Beginning July […]
Thursday, June 20, 2013
Another major studio expansion project is working its way through the political process. Disney’s Golden Oak Ranch revamp was approved by the Los Angeles Regional Planning Commission yesterday. Last April, NBCUniversal got the go ahead from the Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors for its $1.6 billion 25-year Evolution Plan, which the studio says will generate 30,000 jobs. Disney’s Golden […]
Tuesday, June 18, 2013
Burbank has a new city manager. It happened tonight during a closed door session of the Burbank City Council. Council members selected Mark Scott, presently the city manager up in Fresno. Scott reportedly has held that position since April of 2010. The announcement came in a news release from City Hall a short while ago. The release touted Scott’s resume: […]
Saturday, June 15, 2013
Splish splash! A fun place to be in the coming hot days of summer, the new activity pool at the Verdugo Recreation Center 3201 West Verdugo Avenue in Burbank. It opened last Saturday. Even during June gloom, the pool is drawing a crowd. Details on pool time and fees here.
Friday, June 14, 2013
The Burbank City Federal Credit Union provided a free lunch to hundreds of its members between 11-and 2 p.m.today. Folks lined up in front of the building to get one of those juicy In-N-Out burgers, chips, and a drink. I spoke with two members of the credit union marketing team, Eric Foster and Joanna Tomlinson, about the event. Tomlinson told […]
Thursday, June 13, 2013
The new Superman movie lands in U.S. theaters tomorrow and it’s the hottest ticket this weekend. “Man of Steel” advance ticket sells were soaring high — in the number one spot — as of last Tuesday at Fandango, the popular movie site on the web. The publicity has been incredible. Movie posters and billboards for the comic-book-wonder -turned-big-screen-superstar are […]
Monday, June 10, 2013
The Internet is buzzing about the 67th Annual Tony Awards kicking butt in the ratings last night. The celebration of Broadway’s best drew 7.24 million viewers, up 20 percent over last year. “Kinky Boots,” the musical filled with drag queens and big dreams, danced away with the largest haul — six Tonys — including best score for 1980’s rocker, […]
Saturday, June 8, 2013
UPDATED: Sunday, June 9, 2013 3:38 p.m. A fifth shooting spree victim has died bringing the total to six dead. Details here. The FBI has joined the investigation into that deadly shooting rampage in the Southland coastal community of Santa Monica yesterday. Five people were killed including the alleged gunman, who apparently died as the result of a […]
Friday, June 7, 2013
Donuts or Doughnuts. However you want to spell it — today’s a good day to have one or two or whatever. It’s National Donut Day and places like Krispy Kreme and Dunkin Donuts are handing out freebies!
Tuesday, June 4, 2013
Finally, it’s a done deal. Under overcast skies and before a large crowd on the steps of Burbank Police and Fire Headquarters, 200 North Third Street, Police Chief Scott LaChasse was sworn in by Los Angeles County District Attorney, Jackie Lacey. The swearing-in ceremony was attended by local residents, city employees, dignitaries, officials and law enforcement personnel from throughout the […]