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Rep. Schiff calls on Biden to drop out of reelection race
Rep. Adam Schiff on Wednesday joined the growing number of House Democrats to ask President Joe Biden to end his reelection campaign. Schiff, who represents parts of Pasadena, the San Fernando Valley and northern Los Angeles, told the LA Times he had “serious concerns” that Biden can defeat presumptive Republican nominee and former President Donald Trump.
Ontario announces yard sale dates for August
The next citywide yard, or garage, sale weekend in Ontario is Aug. 2-4, the city announced earlier this month. In 2010, the city adopted an ordinance that gave residents the opportunity to hold more sales each year on fixed dates and eliminated yard sale permits and fees, officials said. Yard...
The Gospel of Matthew Trewhella: How a militant anti-abortion activist is influencing Republican politics
This story was originally published by ProPublica. ProPublica is a Pulitzer Prize-winning investigative newsroom. Sign up for The Big Story newsletter to receive stories like this one in your inbox. Wisconsin Pastor Matthew Trewhella has an affable routine when he’s trying to persuade government officials to abolish abortion, ignore gun...
UCLA receives $25M donation from Meyer and Renee Luskin
The UCLA College Division of Social Sciences has received a $25 million donation from Meyer Luskin and his wife Renee to support faculty, students, and public-oriented programs in the history department. This gift, announced on Tuesday, represents the largest single donation ever made to both the history department and the College Division of Social Sciences at UCLA.
Musk to move SpaceX, X HQ from California to Texas over new law
Elon Musk, CEO of SpaceX and the social media platform X, announced Tuesday that he will be relocating both companies from California to Texas. Musk’s decision follows the signing of the Support Academic Futures & Educators for Today’s Youth (SAFETY) Act by California Governor Gavin Newsom. The law prohibits California school districts from implementing parental notification policies that would inform parents if their children identify as transgender.
MUSE/IQUE explores the making of ‘Oklahoma!’ and the Broadway musical
MUSE/IQUE’s next show of their 2024 season is “Plenty of Heart. Plenty of Hope, The Making of Oklahoma! and the Broadway Musical.” The concerts take place on July 26 and July 27 at 7:30 p.m. and July 28 at 2:30 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. at The Wallis in Beverly Hills.
Tickets on sale now for ‘Alien: Romulus’ at the El Capitan Theatre
Prepare to come face to face with the perfect organism, as 20th Century Studios’ newest sci-fi/horror-thriller film, “Alien: Romulus” arrives at the El Capitan Theatre Aug. 16 – 25, including a fan event screening. Special Thursday early screenings are available on Aug. 15 at 4 p.m.,...
California’s heat wave crisis: Report reveals costs, health impacts
A recent report from the California Department of Insurance has highlighted the staggering economic and health impacts of extreme heat in California, totaling over $7.7 billion in the last decade. Released amidst a heat wave, with temperatures soaring past 120 in Palm Springs, the report underscores a growing crisis. “Extreme...
Nike pledged to shrink its carbon footprint. It just slashed the staff charged with making that happen.
This story was originally published by ProPublica. ProPublica is a Pulitzer Prize-winning investigative newsroom. Sign up for The Big Story newsletter to receive stories like this one in your inbox. Eight years ago, the world’s largest sports apparel brand made a bold commitment. Nike was embarking on what it called...
Monrovia parks foundation holding online auction July 22-28
The Monrovia Parks Wilderness Recreation Foundation is holding an online auction to raise funds for local parks and youth scholarships. The virtual auction starts July 22 and runs through July 28. Items available for bidding include a lunch and tour of Canyon Park with the city manager, bartending lessons, sporting...
Newsom touts California’s economy amid reports of fiscal concerns
California is leading the nation’s economic growth, Gov. Gavin Newsom declared Monday in another counterpoint to reports of financial woes potentially on the horizon for the world’s fifth largest economy. In addition to the state’s high global ranking, the governor’s office again highlighted successes — this time broken...
Vector control confirms SGV mosquitoes carry West Nile virus
The San Gabriel Valley Mosquito and Vector Control District has found a mosquito sample with West Nile virus in surveillance trap in the city of Baldwin Park, the district announced Monday. The trap was located in the city’s Morgan Park, officials said. “West Nile virus can be transmitted by...
$5.5M in American Rescue Plan funds allocated to CSU San Marcos
The Riverside County Board of Supervisors last week appropriated $5.5 million in American Rescue Plan Act funding for a range of education programs at the Temecula Valley Campus of California State University San Marcos. The aim of the funding is to increase educational opportunities leading to enhanced economic stability in...
Los Angeles Auto Show tickets on sale now
Tickets to the 2024 Los Angeles Auto Show are now on sale and organizers have announced that GMC/Buick; Stellantis multibrand — Jeep, Ram, Dodge and more; and VinFast are returning to the show this fall. Even at this early stage, exhibitor commitments indicate that brand representation has increased significantly...
Echo Theater Company presents darkly funny, off–beat ‘Dido of Idaho’
The Echo Theater Company’s newest production is a very dark comedy about the lengths to which a woman might go for the love of a man. Abigail Deser directs the West Coast premiere of “Dido of Idaho” by Abby Rosebrock, running July 20 through Aug. 26 at Atwater Village Theatre.
San Bernardino County board supports license plate readers, ballot box cameras
Automated license plate readers will be deployed by the San Bernardino County Sheriff’s Department to deter crime in Muscoy, Arrowhead Farms and Rosena Ranch following Board of Supervisors approval July 9. The board backed a proposal by 5th District Supervisor Joe Baca Jr. to appropriate $364,750 from the 2024-25...
Riverside County: Prioritize water safety this summer
With summer underway, the Riverside County Water Safety Coalition urges residents to prioritize water safety to prevent tragedies in and around water. Drowning is a leading cause of accidental death among children under 4 years of age, and seniors over 65 years old have the second-highest rate of drowning fatalities. This makes it critical for everyone to adopt essential safety measures.
California transport projects get millions from Bipartisan Infrastructure Law
Federal dollars are pouring into California transportation projects as a result of the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law. The Federal Transit Administration recently announced almost $8 million for 17 projects to improve public transportation for people with disabilities, older adults and low-income families. Tiffani Scott, CEO of Paratransit, said her organization received...
Feds fine bank $20M for illegal car insurance practices
Fifth Third Bank just agreed to pay a $20 million fine to settle charges it forced car buyers to purchase unnecessary insurance and created fake accounts in customers’ names. The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau said the bank required customers with car loans to buy insurance, even if they already...
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