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Bacteria levels prompt ocean water warnings at 13 L.A. County beaches
Beachgoers are being urged to avoid going into the water at more than a dozen beaches in Los Angeles County. On Friday, the Los Angeles County Department of Public Health issued ocean water use warnings for 13 L.A. area beaches due to bacteria levels that are currently “exceeding health standards when last tested.” The warnings […]
Letter to the Editor: Street sweeping reform
Last week I had a visitor come join my wife for lunch. She parked her car on the street around noon on a Tuesday, but we had forgotten to inform her that our street sweeping day was Tuesday. She was issued a citation which I insisted that we pay as we did not meet our obligation to tell her.
California Traffic Rule 2024 Update: Understanding the Right Turn on Red Rule!
Driving in California can be an adventure, with its bustling highways and scenic routes. However, navigating the roads also requires a thorough understanding of the state’s traffic laws to ensure safety and avoid fines. One of the most significant updates in California traffic rules for 2024 concerns the “Right Turn on Red” (RTOR) rule. This blog aims to provide an in-depth look at the RTOR rule, the recent changes, and what drivers need to know to stay compliant.
Metro's 'tap to exit' pilot program, aimed at reducing fare evasion, could soon be expanded
A Metro pilot program aimed at reducing fare evasion and boosting rider safety could soon be expanded across the transit system, Los Angeles County Supervisor Janice Hahn announced Tuesday.Hahn, who chairs Metro's Board of Directors, said she supports expanding the "Tap to Exit" policy, following promising results of the pilot program at the North Hollywood station. According to the agency's Transit Watch App, there has been a roughly 40% reduction in reported crime and incidents at the station since the policy was implemented."The numbers cannot be ignored -- the Tap to Exit program is even more effective than many of...
5 CA Hospitals Are Among The Best In The Nation, Per A New Ranking
U.S. News & World Report’s 2024–2025 Best institutions rating, which was issued on Tuesday, places five California institutions among the top 20 in the nation. U.S. News assessed the performance of almost 5,000 hospitals in 30 medical and surgical areas for its 35th annual study. California’s honor roll...
Residents in parts of Los Angeles can apply for a free air purifier
Residents in some Los Angeles neighborhoods can qualify for a free air purifier as part of the South Coast Air Quality Management District’s residential air filtration program. Those eligible for the free portable air purifier are residents within a certain boundary in Los Angeles. The boundaries include Boyle Heights, East Los Angeles and some areas […]
City of LA takes steps to clear out massive 'junkyard property' in La Tuna Canyon
The city of Los Angeles is taking action to clear out a large "junkyard property" in La Tuna Canyon some say has become a massive dumping ground.Armed with a warrant granted late Monday, a team of Los Angeles Fire Department personnel, building and safety staff and police officers entered the property in the 8600 block of La Tuna Canyon Road Wednesday morning to conduct a more detailed assessment of the littered grounds.The large property is filled with old cars, tires, wheels, large appliances and piles of trash.Councilman Monica Rodriguez, who represents the 7th District which encompasses the Northeast San Fernando...
First Positive West Nile Virus Mosquitoes Detected in Baldwin Park
First Positive West Nile Virus Mosquitoes Detected in Baldwin Park, the San Gabriel Valley Mosquito & Vector Control District confirmed. On Monday, the San Gabriel Valley Mosquito & Vector Control District (SGVMVCD/District) announced the initial finding of West Nile Virus activity within its service area. West Nile Virus is typically...
Racial Battleground: 21 States Close to Boiling Point
In a nation marked by increasing diversity, pinpointing where racial tensions are escalating is more relevant than ever. Are we ready to address and understand these conflicts?. 1. Minnesota. Minnesota’s racial tensions were globally highlighted after the death of George Floyd in May 2020, leading to worldwide protests. Minneapolis continues...
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