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Camp offers a lot to Think about
Fridays cap the week’s learning for Project Think students, children between pre-kindergarten and eighth grade enrolled in the summer enrichment camp at Pitzer College. They not only finish up their projects, but also interact with a mystery animal often brought in by Upland resident Heather Skopik. On July 19,...
Officials battle 'highly aggressive' red imported fire ant infestation in Southern California
Agricultural officials in Southern California are battling an active infestation of red imported fire ants that are "highly aggressive in nature," and pose a risk to California's agricultural economy. The infestation occurred at a private property in Montecito, in Santa Barbara County, according to a recent press release from the Santa Barbara County Agricultural Commissioner’s Office. Located over 90 miles north of Los Angeles, Montecito is best known as a celebrity enclave with Oprah Winfrey, Ellen DeGeneres, Prince Harry and Meghan Markle among the town's residents. Officials did not name the owners of the private property.
Rep. Norma Torres says white powder sent to her SoCal office, staff sheltering in place
In what she termed an "attack" on her district office, Rep. Norma Torres of the Inland Empire says two letters were sent there containing a "white, powdery substance."Torres, D-Ontario, says while there were no injuries or illnesses reported, her staffers at the district office are sheltering in place until the substance can be analyzed."Hazmat teams are on site investigating the substance and my staff are remaining in place until more information is found," Torres wrote on X. "No one is experiencing any symptoms at this time, and all normal operating precautions were observed, including the use of airtight equipment while opening the letters."Capitol Police and local law enforcement are also investigating.My statement on an attack to my district office. pic.twitter.com/8op9PYa56P— Rep. Norma Torres (@NormaJTorres) July 24, 2024 Torres has represented California's 35th congressional district since 2015.Information about who may have sent the letters - and whether both came from the same source - was not immediately disclosed.The video in the player above is the ABC7 24/7 livestream.
Irvine PD acquires Tesla Cybertruck for ‘community engagement’
Despite the Anaheim Police Department’s expressed desire to be the first police agency with a Tesla Cybertruck, their neighbors in Irvine appear to have beaten them to the punch. The Irvine Police Department on Wednesday night posted an image of a Cybertruck decked out with police lights along with the caption “coming soon to Irvine.” […]
LA’s First Ninja Warrior Training Facility Opening Soon in Los Angeles
Facility to Offer Comprehensive Training Programs for All Ages. The first dedicated ninja warrior obstacle training facility in Los Angeles is set to open at the beginning of August in Culver City. The Los Angeles Ninja Academy will teach ninjas of all levels how to conquer uniquely designed, challenging, and...
Homeless Man Stabs 60-Year-Old, Suspect Arrested
A homeless man has been arrested by LAPD after stabbing a 60-year-old man in Venice on July 24, authorities confirmed. At around 8:45 a.m. Wednesday, at the intersection of Washington Boulevard and Lincoln Boulevard, first responders arrived after receiving reports of the incident. The suspect was described as an adult Black male armed with a knife. The injured victim requested a rescue ambulance. At the time of this writing, LAPD did not have an update on his condition.
Spec Mansion Sale Marks Highest Deal in Palisades in Nearly Two Years
The Deal Was Made Within Just 18 Days on the Market. The sale of a luxurious property at 538 Chautauqua Blvd has set a new record for the Pacific Palisades area, fetching $32.3 million in just 18 days. This sale marks the highest transaction in the area for both 2023 and 2024.
One-day-old baby found dead in home after medics noticed birthing injuries after mom in hospital
Police, who have launched a murder probe, say a woman in her early 20s appeared to have recently given birth after arriving at a arrived at a Woodland Hills hospital in Los Angeles just before 6 p.m
Inglewood’s History and Hopeful Future in the Olympic Games
Getting your Trinity Audio player ready... The Paris 2024 Summer Olympics are set to begin July 26th with beautiful venues such as the Eiffel Tower Stadium for Beach Volleyball, Teahupo’o, Tahiti for Surfing, and the Seine River is expected to be clean and cleared for the aquatic events. Athletes of all different abilities will be in France competing and hoping to win gold for themselves and their countries.
Children Get Free Backpacks, School Supplies and Health Screenings
Dozens of kids and families received free backpacks and health screenings – and enjoyed free face painting and other fun activities – during a Back-to-School Resource Fair in Panorama City. The July 20 event was one of 16 back-to-school giveaways launched earlier this month at Community Resource Centers...
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