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Behind Anthem Blue Cross of California's primary care strategy
Anthem Blue Cross of California is creating neighborhood centers for care through a partnership with Astrana Health. In July, Anthem unveiled a partnership with Alhambra, Calif.-based Astrana Health, an independent physician association, on clinics exclusively for Anthem members. The first site opened in Whittier, Calif. Beth Andrsen, president of Anthem...
Federal grand jury charges short seller Andrew Left in $16M stock manipulation scheme
A federal grand jury in California has charged short seller Andrew Left with multiple counts of securities fraud for a $16 million stock market manipulation scheme. The Department of Justice said in a statement on Friday that Left, who was a securities analyst, trader, and guest commentator on television channels including CNBC and Fox Business, is charged with one count of engaging in a securities fraud scheme, 17 counts of securities fraud, and one count of making false statements to federal investigators. As a short seller, Left would make money betting stocks would fall. The Justice Department said that Left conducted business under the name Citron Research, which had a website that published investment recommendations. He published research on companies ranging from Tesla and GameStop to Grand Canyon Education and Peloton. If convicted, Left faces a maximum penalty of 25 years in prison on the securities fraud scheme count, 20 years in prison on each securities fraud count, and five years in prison on the false statements count.
Joshua Hall Returns to Instagram With Cryptic Message Amid Divorce From Christina Hall
Joshua Hall is looking for serene moments amid his divorce from estranged wife and HGTV costar Christina Hall. Joshua, 43, returned to social media on Wednesday, July 24, after a weeks-long break to share a photo of himself via his Instagram Stories standing in the woods wearing a gray shirt and a backward hat sporting […]
July 27th, Match #21 - Orange County SC @ Birmingham Legion FC
Orange County End Hopeful July With Trip to Alabama. The Orange County front office had a lot on their plate in the month of July. They saw departures of players but answered by bringing in some much needed reinforcements to help with the late season surge into the postseason. OCSC saw loans number two and three make their first appearance in that of Chris Hegardt and Tomas Gomez. Both players had a positive impact on the game with Gomez in particular playing exceptionally well enough to earn a clean sheet.
Softball signee Cambria Salmon to participate in PGF All-American Game
AUSTIN, Texas – Cambria Salmon, an incoming freshman for The University of Texas softball program, is set to play in the 2024 Premier Girls Fastpitch (PGF) All-American Game at 9 p.m. CT on Saturday, July 27 at Deanna Manning Stadium in Irvine, Calif. The game can be watched on ESPNU. "Although she will be a freshman in 2025, Cam has the experience and drive to be in the starting rotation immediately," Texas softball head coach Mike White said. "Cam is widely regarded as one of the top pitchers nationally in her class and has faced top competition for several years."...
Former L.A. mayor looks to become first Latino governor of California in more than a century
Former Los Angeles Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa has announced his candidacy for the 2026 California gubernatorial election. Villaraigosa, 71, previously ran for governor in 2018 but finished third in the primaries. The election was won by then-Lieutenant Governor Gavin Newsom. If elected, Villaraigosa would become just the second Latino governor of...
Third Street Writers receive grant to create book celebrating FOA art
Members of Third Street Writers have been busy visiting the Festival of Art as they proceed with the nonprofit’s summer project, “Art Inscribed: Writing Inspired by the 2024 Festival of Arts.”. Members have been viewing the fine art pieces at the festival, and then writing short stories, essays...
Laguna Beach Sister Cities celebrates Bastille Day at Festival of Arts
The Laguna Beach Sister Cities Association celebrated Bastille Day last Sunday, July 14, at the Festival of Arts, bringing together members and residents for an evening of music, camaraderie and cultural appreciation. The event featured a delightful performance by The Paris Chansons, who enchanted the audience with their vibrant and soulful melodies.
Seal Beach to vote on 1/2-cent tax
The council on Monday, July 22, voted unanimously to put a half-cent sales tax on the November ballot. Technically, the tax is called a “transaction and use tax.”. The TUT tax is now 1%. Staff proposed increasing the tax to 1.5%. Due to time and space limits, details of...
Laguna Beach Ponders Mix of Local, Visitor Taxes For Nov. Ballot
Laguna Beach city leaders continue to grapple how best to tax visitors to match their impact on the beachside community. The council has until August 9 to submit ballot text. During a town hall meeting earlier this month, residents focused less on hotel guests but rather more on day-trippers, people who visit their beaches or restaurants and bars.
Council OKs contract for Old Ranch Country Club EIR
The council this week approved an amendment to the contract with Psomas to develop an environmental impact report for the proposed Old Ranch Country Club Specific Plan. This was a Consent Calendar item. Consent items are approved collectively, without discussion, unless pulled for individual consideration. Nothing was pulled from this week’s Consent Calendar.
'Be respectful of our town:' Laguna Beach officials issue warning as city sees spike in visitors
With thousands of people flocking to Laguna Beach this summer, the city is sending tourists a strong message after experiencing an overwhelming 4th of July weekend.Mayor Sue Kempf cautions beachgoers to look after the city's beaches."Just be respectful of our town," she said. "We love our beaches. We try to take really good care of them." She said tourists are welcome, but some people are misbehaving and disobeying the laws."We're getting a lot of people leaving their trash. I always like to tell people, 'Take home with you what you brought to Laguna Beach,'" said Kempf."You got to leave it...
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