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Sunday, March 23, 2025

By Public News Service Sunday, March 23, 2025

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How to protect your home from wildfires

Suzanne Potter, producer/reporter, California News Service, a bureau of Public News Service. As Los Angeles starts to recover from the firestorm, people are looking for ways to harden their homes against future mega-blazes. Experts said the massive destruction from the Palisades and Eaton fires has some people discouraged, thinking there is nothing they can do to defend their […]

Friday, March 14, 2025

By Guest Contributor Friday, March 14, 2025

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Health officials announce first measles case in Los Angeles County

News Release: County of Los Angeles Public Health Services. March 11, 2025 Public Health Confirms Measles Case in Los Angeles County The Los Angeles County Department of Public Health has been notified of the first case of measles diagnosed in 2025 in a Los Angeles County resident that recently traveled through Los Angeles International Airport (LAX). In […]

Wednesday, March 12, 2025

By Fronnie Lewis Wednesday, March 12, 2025

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Winning Mega Millions ticket for nearly $1 million sold in Southland

No one hit the jackpot in Tuesday’s Mega Millions draw, but one lucky ticket, worth nearly $1 million, sold in southern Orange County. The ticket was purchased at United Pacific gas station, 26871 Aliso Creek Road, in Aliso Viejo. It has five of the winning numbers but missed the Mega. That ticket is worth $929,886, according to the California Lottery. […]

Sunday, March 9, 2025

By Public News Service Sunday, March 9, 2025

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Concern growing over LA wildfire contamination in some children’s play areas

Suzanne Potter, producer/reporter, California News Service, a bureau of Public News Service. Concerned parents are pushing the authorities to help parks and daycares remove sand from sandboxes contaminated with ash after the Los Angeles fires last January. The City of Pasadena sent crews to remove the top two inches of sand from sandboxes in local parks. Los Angeles County recommended the […]

Wednesday, March 5, 2025

By Public News Service Wednesday, March 5, 2025

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Hundreds march in Sacramento for more education funding

Suzanne Potter, producer/reporter, California News Service, a bureau of Public News Service. Several hundred protesters marched to the Capitol building in Sacramento on Tuesday, calling for better funding for education. The event was part of a nationwide day of action sponsored by the American Federation of Teachers. Stephanie Luna, an East Los Angeles Community College student, said she supports Assembly […]

Friday, February 21, 2025

By Public News Service Friday, February 21, 2025

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Public health experts warn about pollution from burned plastics in wildfires

Suzanne Potter, producer/reporter, California News Service, a bureau of Public News Service. After thousands of homes and businesses burned in the Los Angeles fires, public health doctors are warning about the toxic pollution from plastics used in construction. Many building materials are made from plastics, including flooring and carpeting, floor sealants, siding, insulation, paints, and plumbing. […]

Thursday, February 20, 2025

By Fronnie Lewis Thursday, February 20, 2025

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Lucky SuperLotto Plus winner in Riverside County

No jackpot winner in the latest SuperLotto Plus draw, but someone in Riverside County did get lucky. A ticket bought in an Arco gas station convenience shop at 52138 Harrison Street in Coachella had five of last night’s winning numbers. Here are the top money digits: 1, 4, 12, 15, 28, and the Mega number 15. That ticket is worth […]

Wednesday, February 19, 2025

By Fronnie Lewis Wednesday, February 19, 2025

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SoCal landlord and a real estate agent charged with price gouging fire victim

A SoCal landlord and a real estate agent are facing charges of price gouging a wildfire victim. California Attorney General Rob Bonta announced the charges yesterday following an investigation. The victim reportedly was forced to evacuate due to the Eaton Fire last month. Following that deadly fire and the one in the Palisades, Governor Gavin Newsom signed an emergency order […]

Thursday, January 16, 2025

By Public News Service Thursday, January 16, 2025

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Anti-hunger groups tackle increased need during wildfire disaster

Suzanne Potter, producer/reporter, California News Service, a bureau of Public News Service. Food donations are pouring in to help victims of the Los Angeles wildfires, to the point donors are being asked to hold off a bit so it can all be distributed. Antihunger advocates cautioned there are still hidden needs, because many people who did not directly lose […]