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Water rates going up; Average HDWD bill will be over 10% more
YUCCA VALLEY – Water and sewer rates will go up every year for the next five years under increases approved 5-0 by the Hi-Desert Water District directors Wednesday. The average household will pay just under $11 more a month this year for water and sewer services. Director Bob Stadum...
Upland-Based Engineering Firm Accused of Igniting 2021 South Fire in San Bernardino National Forest
The U.S. government has initiated legal proceedings against an Upland-based engineering firm, accusing it of causing the South Fire that scorched hundreds of acres in the San Bernardino National Forest during the summer of 2021. The lawsuit, lodged in the Central District Court of California, insists that Garrett J. Gentry General Engineering Inc., along with its proprietor Garrett J. Gentry, is responsible for damages due to the negligent operation of heavy machinery that sparked the blaze.
Talented two-way lineman Malili Asiata added to the '25 Polynesian Bowl
The Polynesian Bowl added another big-time player to the roster when San Bernardino (Calif.) Aquinas two-way lineman Malili Asiata announced his commitment to this years game. Asiata is a talented lineman with the ability to excel on both sides of the ball. He's a fascinating story and has only played one year of football after coming over to the States from Australia.
Ontario Arts Festival to Enliven Downtown with Art, Jazz, and Street Food Extravaganza on October 19
The Ontario Arts Festival is set to color the downtown Ontario Arts District with its annual extravaganza. Slated for Saturday, October 19, 2024, the free event promises a vibrant celebration from 10:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M., according to a press release from the City of Ontario. Boasting its sixth year, the festival stretches its offerings to over 60 artist booths, featuring live art, hands-on activities, and public art installations that highlight the region’s dedication to becoming the Inland Empire's cultural hub.
Ontario Reign add forward Bryce Brodzinski to roster with AHL contract for 2024-25
The Ontario Reign added some more depth to their roster Thursday with a familiar surname for Kings fans!. Bryce Brodzinski, younger brother of former Kings and Reign forward Jonny, joined Ontario on a one-year AHL contract for the 2024-25 season. A former seventh-round pick of the Philadelphia Flyers in 2019...
Sea lions continue to wash ashore amid toxic algae bloom
An increasing number of sea lions are washing up on the California coast due to toxic algae that experts say could be the result of human-caused climate change. Stress has always been part of the job for Dr. Cara Field. But lately, it's been bordering on frantic. "I'm going to start look at some of our patients and assess their neurologic responses," she said. For the last three weeks, Field, the Director of Conservation Medicine at the Marine Mammal Center in Sausalito, has been in a race against the clock treating dozens of sea lions that have...
Los Angeles Black Restaurant Week opens; find delicious meals across SoCal
Numerous Southern California eateries are participating, including The Vegan Joint. A memorable dine-out experience that finds its vibrant start in one city has a way of quickly popping up in other places; then, meal by marvelous meal, the event becomes an annual mainstay in those locations over just a few short years.
Storm System Brings Rain, Potential Thunderstorms, and Flash Flood Watch to Northern California
In a weather report released early this morning by the National Weather Service in Sacramento, Californians are being reminded to stay alert as a storm system continues to sweep across the region. According to the National Weather Service, northern parts of the state should expect rain, with isolated thunderstorms possibly causing "brief heavy rain, small hail, and gusty winds." The report also highlights a Flash Flood Watch for the Park Fire Burn Scar area, effective until 7 PM today due to potential debris flows.
Gavin Newsom Spars With Fox’s Bret Baier Over California Border Polices and Trump’s ‘Demagoguing’ Bipartisan Bill
California Governor Gavin Newsom (D) joined Fox News anchor Bret Baier for a lengthy discussion on some of the key issues being discussed during the Democrat National Convention this week and engaged in a debate about border policies. “This theme of this convention, a lot of it is about freedom....
Sept. 21: Wild Peach Boutique ‘Mom Mixer’
Join The Wild Peach Boutique for the “Mom Mixer,” a fun and relaxing afternoon filled with shopping, mingling and pampering just for moms. This event will take place on Saturday, Sept. 21 from noon to 4 p.m. at 27650 Dickason Drive Santa Clarita, CA 91355. Discover unique and...
Community events to mark the 54th anniversary of the Chicano Moratorium
Events in Boyle Heights and East Los Angeles are set to mark the 54th anniversary of the Chicano Moratorium starting this weekend. On August 29, 1970, nearly 30,000 people marched through the streets of East L.A. in one of the largest Mexican-American anti-war protests at the time. The protest quickly turned violent when Los Angeles County Sheriff’s deputies arrived. Several people were injured and three were killed, including journalist Rubén Salazar.
Dodgers get massive update on Shohei Ohtani
Los Angeles Dodgers fans recently caught their first glimpse of Shohei Ohtani pitching in Dodger blue. Ohtani suffered a major elbow injury last season that required Tommy John surgery. The two-way star was ruled out as a pitcher for the 2024 season with an eye toward 2024. On Saturday, Ohtani was seen pitching on a... The post Dodgers get massive update on Shohei Ohtani appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.
Jaw-Dropping Report Names One Idaho College “Worst In America”
There are many reasons to distrust the standard US News & World Report rankings of the Best Colleges In America. Author Malcolm Gladwell has done plenty of research to prove the lack of fundamental research in the annual report, which seems critical for colleges to be highly ranked. It's no surprise that the top three schools in 2024 are Princeton and MIT, and a tie for third between Harvard and Stanford.
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