Sunday, January 12, 2025
Flags at Burbank City Hall remain at half-staff as part of the mourning for former President Jimmy Carter. The former commander-in-chief died last month on December 29 at the age of 100. The following day, the Media City announced that as a tribute to the former president from Plains, Georgia, flags would be lowered to half-staff for 30 days. Last […]
Wednesday, January 8, 2025
A rare and treacherous windstorm is expected to batter the Southland for a second day. So far, at least two dead and incredible destruction. A report here. Also, no fires are burning in Burbank at this time, however, officials are encouraging everyone in the city to stay alert and prepared. There are currently NO evacuation orders or […]
Tuesday, January 7, 2025
Major wind episode whipping through Burbank and much of the Southland today. Malibu, Burbank & Pasadena among those with extreme wind threat: Life threatening, damaging wind event for Southern California Tuesday afternoon through Wednesday. This is a helpful graphic to show you what you can do to prepare: expect powerlines and trees down for sure. This… pic.twitter.com/bk73G0Ic3w — […]
Monday, January 6, 2025
Suzanne Potter, producer/reporter, California News Service, a bureau of Public News Service. Two new laws designed to protect California consumers take effect this year. They crack down on hard-to-cancel subscriptions and certain types of bank fees. New subscription services law Assembly bill 2863 – which takes effect July 1 – will require subscription services to be as easy […]
Monday, January 6, 2025
Today, actress Demi Moore is celebrating her first award win in a career that spans more than 45 years. Last night, Moore picked up the Golden Globe for best performance by an actress in a motion picture for “The Substance.” In an emotional speech, Moore thanked those who continued to believe in her, after being dismissed by some as just […]
Saturday, January 4, 2025
Suzanne Potter, producer/reporter, California News Service, a bureau of Public News Service. Former President Jimmy Carter, who passed away last Sunday at 100 years of age, had a huge effect on the Golden State far beyond his presidency, according to California nonprofit leaders. Carter and his wife Rosalynn volunteered for four decades with Habitat for Humanity, helping to […]
Saturday, January 4, 2025
Another winner for the City of Burbank. Thousands of spectators and millions of television viewers watched the 136th Pasadena Rose Parade on New Year’s Day. Among the floats, Burbank’s “Having A-Lava Fun!” It won the award for most outstanding use of animation. On the float, a bunch of cute young pre-historic animals are having a rousing good time. The theme […]
Thursday, January 2, 2025
Chrystal Blair, producer/reporter, Missouri News service, a bureau of Public News Service. A Missouri-based therapy dog has an inspiring journey that began as a homeless stray on the streets of Los Angeles. Olive, a ten-pound poodle mix, is now the lead character in a new children’s book, “Olive, She’s All Love.” She was rescued by Brandon McMillan, host […]
Monday, December 30, 2024
Suzanne Potter, producer/reporter, California News Service, a bureau of Public News Service. Many people in California are still expecting holiday packages this week and the U.S. Postal Service is warning customers not to fall for “smishing” scams. John Hyatt, strategic communication specialist for the United States Postal Service, said smishing is the practice of sending fake text messages to […]
Sunday, December 29, 2024
Zamone Perez, reporter, Maryland News Connection, a bureau of Public News Service. The United States has a national mammal, tree, and flower, but the status of America’s most treasured bird was not always so clear officially or ecologically until now. Last Tuesday, Christmas Eve, the bald eagle officially became the national bird of the U.S. President Joe Biden signed […]
