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Gov. Gavin Newsom’s proposed ban on smartphone use in California schools would do more harm than good
A statewide ban on smartphone use in schools would run into the same enforcement problems as local restrictions – while also taking agency away from the school community. At Rocklin High School, uneven enforcement already hinders school administrators’ efforts to keep phones out of the classroom. The phone pocket policy, for example, is applied differently from teacher to teacher, creating friction between staff and frustration among students. Newsom’s proposal does not specify whether students would be allowed to keep their phones with them during the school day. If they are, this will continue to be an issue regardless of whether the rule comes from the principal or from the governor.
Judge threatens to sanction Hunter Biden’s attorneys for ‘false statements’
A federal judge threatened to sanction Hunter Biden’s attorneys for making “false statements” in their motion asking to dismiss his criminal charges in California. U.S. District Judge Mark Scarsi issued an order Wednesday asking Hunter Biden’s attorneys to “show cause why sanctions should not be imposed for making false statements in the motion.” Scarsi wrote…
Man wins $1 million while running errands in Whittier
Running routine errands turned out to be a life-changing experience for a man who bought a California Lottery Scratchers ticket in Whittier recently. Saul Montero stopped by Prime Liquor Mart while taking care of personal business one afternoon and became an instant millionaire when he purchased a Multiplier Craze Scratchers game. “Montero uncovered the top […]
OC Public Libraries welcomes bestselling author and actor Henry Winkler on August 1
ORANGE COUNTY, Calif. (July 25, 2024) – OC Public Libraries is proud to present actor and author Henry Winkler on Thursday, August 1st at 6:30 p.m. at the Laguna Hills Community Center, located at 25555 Alicia Pkwy., in Laguna Hills. Winkler will be featured in A Slice of Literary Orange, a series featuring keynote speakers throughout the year, in celebration of literacy.
U.S. House ruling prevents ‘job-killing’ electric locomotive rule in Barstow and California
A recent amendment approval by the U.S. House of Representatives that prohibits a “job-killing” electric locomotive rule was announced by Congressman Jay Obernolte. The amendment, approved on Wednesday, removes the potential halting of the much-anticipated BNSF’s Barstow International Gateway project, expected to provide up to 20,000 direct and indirect jobs. “Freight rail is crucial...
Evacuations ordered in Lake Elsinore as fire scorches more than 134 acres
Evacuation orders have been issued in Lake Elsinore as a fire spread to more than 134 acres Thursday evening.The Macy Fire was first reported around 5:40 p.m. in the area of Macy Street and Orange Street in the El Cariso neighborhood of unincorporated Lake Elsinore. It was spreading rapidly after a day in which temperatures hit the triple digits in the Inland Empire.Footage from the scene showed the flames tearing through brush on hillsides overlooking residential neighborhoods. Structures were also seen burning.Evacuations were happening in the area south of Grand Avenue, south of Orange Street and west of Ortega Highway.One firefighter was also treated for an unspecified injury.An evacuation center was established at Elsinore High School, 21800 Canyon Drive, Wildomar.#MacyFIRE [UPDATE]: The fire has evacuation orders in the following zones: RVC-1725, RVC-1729, RVC-1800, RVC-1801, RVC-1802 and LSN-1799. A searchable map is available here: https://t.co/zmMWqRCBWhEvacuation center: Lakeside High School, 32593 Riverside Drive, Lake Elsinore pic.twitter.com/6w7hyWMV1l— CAL FIRE/Riverside County Fire Department (@CALFIRERRU) July 26, 2024
Vine Owner Refines Legacy of Former Brick Restaurant with New Concept
San Clemente’s next step toward emerging as a dining destination occurred on Monday, July 22, with the opening of Parlor, Woodfire Kitchen & Cocktails, at 216 N. El Camino Real. Vine Restaurant & Bar owner Russ Bendel’s newest concept, located across the street from Vine and occupying the space...
Hundreds of cars burned at Lancaster salvage yard, sending black smoke over desert
A car recycling yard in Lancaster burned for hours Thursday, with hundreds of vehicles engulfed by flames and sending up thick black smoke over the Antelope Valley.As many as 1,500 cars and 10 acres on the 20-acre property were reported to have been scorched by flames as temperatures topped 100 degrees in the high desert, fire officials said.Los Angeles County Fire Department Capt. Sheila Kelliher said early indications are that the fire started due to a malfunctioning hydraulic car crusher.The fire was reported just before 3:30 p.m. Thursday on W Avenue H-8 and N. Sierra Highway in Lancaster.About 180 firefighters...
Protest Banner Continues to Spark Controversy on Third Street Promenade
A protest banner that has stirred controversy on Third Street Promenade in Santa Monica has been revised yet again—this time in a parody of Mt. Rushmore. In 2022, John Alle hung a sign in front of his shuttered property that proclaimed, “Santa Monica is not Safe: Crime, Depravity, Outdoor Mental Asylum.” A year later, he changed the sign to the following statement, later adding a rainbow background: “Santa Methica is not Safe: SM City Manager supports Free Needle & Meth Pipe Distribution Program in our Parks and Public Spaces.”
Northgate González Market opens store in Lynwood
Northgate González Market has a grand opening in Lynwood on Friday. Once open, the store will provide residents and the local community with a full-service supermarket, including a large meat department, bakery, tortilleria, fresh produce, prepared foods, and a taqueria, in addition to a section of domestic and imported Latin American grocery goods to provide a Mexican homeland experience.
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