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Capt. Charles Wallis: 'Education 'has to be transformational'
Becoming a classroom teacher was not in his plans. But after serving six years in the U.S. Army and later working with incarcerated youth in Los Angeles County, Capt. Charles Wallis found his calling at Rosamond High School. In 2019, he was instrumental in starting the school’s California Cadet Corps program.
Firefighters work to put out brush fire just off 14 Freeway in Acton
A brush fire burning just off the 14 Freeway in Acton appeared to leave some vehicles scorched as firefighters worked to put it out through efforts by air and ground Friday afternoon.Dubbed the Victoria Fire, it was reported at about noon in an area just north of Escondido Canyon along the southbound side of the 14 Freeway, according to the Los Angeles County Fire Department. It was estimated to be about five acres and was burning in "medium to heavy fuel," the department said. At 12:45 p.m., aerial footage showed an LA County Fire Department helicopter making water drops while crews on the ground hosed down the area, which by then appeared blackened and scorched with just a few flames still visible in some sports. Some shrubbery was burnt to just a few skeletal branches, with a number of vehicles appearing heavily damaged and burnt as well.The fire had moved quickly, authorities said, but appeared to have been mostly extinguished within an hour of being reported. No other details, including any reports of damage or a suspected cause behind the blaze, have been released by authorities.
California’s $20 minimum wage leads 89% of fast-food restaurants to reduce hours
The minimum wage for fast-food workers in California jumped to $20 an hour on April 1, a $4 pay bump for 553,000 fast workers. However, restaurant chain owners raised concerns that the minimum wage increases would hurt their bottom line, and owners have cut workers’ hours, raised food prices, and even shut down some locations. […]
Jackson State’s Sonic Boom Raising Funds for Rose Parade
The Sonic Boom of the South is preparing for its Rose Parade debut, rallying community support to help fundraising the trip to the west coast. The post Jackson State’s Sonic Boom Raising Funds for Rose Parade appeared first on HBCU Gameday.
Police searching for man who recorded woman inside Target changing room in Buena Park
Police are searching for a man who was allegedly seen recording a woman using a Target changing room in Orange County last week. It happened last Friday, July 19 at around 10:40 a.m., when a woman who was trying on clothes in the dressing room noticed that someone had reached under the door and was recording her with a cell phone, according to a release from the Buena Park Police Department. "The victim confronted the suspect and chased him as he ran from the store," the statement said. He was able to flee from the scene in what they described as a small blue SUV, similar to a Honda CR-V. The suspect is described as a man in his late 40s who stands around 6-feet tall and weighs about 200 pounds. He has short, black/gray hair and was wearing a gray t-shirt, black athletic pants and glasses. Anyone who is able to identify the man or who knows more is asked to contact detectives at (714) 562-3968.
In-N-Out Burger opens new location in Orange County
The City of Orange has waited a long time but a new In-N-Out Burger location is finally opening. The iconic California chain will open for business Friday at The Outlets at Orange shopping center located at 250 The City Drive South, it announced in a news release. “The restaurant will employ approximately 80 In-N-Out Burger […]
Los Angeles Vacant Residential Fire on Detroit St Too Close to WeHo City Limits
The Los Angeles Fire Department (LAFD)on Thursday, July 25, responded to a fire in a vacant residential home located at 1432 N Detroit Street around 4:48 p.m., about a block north of the West Hollywood city limits. The fire was contained and nearing a knockdown by 4:58 p.m. After a thorough search, no one was found inside. The cause of the fire is still unknown and under investigation. No injuries from the fire have been reported at this time.
Paul Finebaum: Loser of LSU vs. USC in Week 1 'better watch out'
Paul Finebaum understands a lot of the negative attention for this year’s season opener between LSU and USC has been placed on Lincoln Riley. However, that opens up the door for some additional pressure on the shoulders of LSU head coach Brian Kelly. On Friday’s broadcast of ESPN’s “First...
Councilwoman Traci Park Addresses Authority, Governance, and Housing Challenges Amid Lawsuit and Policy Debates
CURRENT: Is it safe to assume that you can’t comment on this ongoing lawsuit that was just filed by supporters of the developers of the Venice Dell project?. PARK: I can’t, and I shouldn’t. I am aware that it was filed. But as you know, we're in recess, and I have not been briefed. I don't want to prematurely say anything about it at this point, and I’m happy to revisit it when I have the green light to talk about it.
Freddie Freeman Leaving Dodgers in Houston to Be With Family As Son Battles Illness
Los Angeles Dodgers first baseman has been scratched from the Dodgers’ lineup for their series opener against the Astros in Houston. He’s headed home to be with his family as his son, Maximus, deals with health issues. Freeman’s wife, Chelsea, posted on her Instagram story on Wednesday that Maximus was dealing with a health issue …
Dodgers Discussing Three Players With White Sox Ahead of MLB Trade Deadline: Report
The MLB trade deadline is less than one week away. The Dodgers are on a time crunch to find a dominant starting pitcher and an impact outfield bat. The Chicago White Sox have players who fit both descriptions. The franchise has the worst record, 27-77, of any MLB team. This makes them clear sellers heading into Tuesday’s deadline.
Good Samaritans help ejected person on 101 Freeway in Los Angeles, massive pileup ensues
A massive pileup on the 101 Freeway disrupted traffic early Friday morning in Los Angeles after good Samaritans helped a person involved in a crash. According to stringer service RMG News, the California Highway Patrol received reports of a flipped vehicle in the eastbound lanes of the 101 just after midnight, near Hayvenhurst in Encino. […]
Stabbing Outside North Hollywood Metro Station: LAPD Investigates Afternoon Assault 1 Man Wounded!
According to FOX11 Los Angeles, a man was stabbed outside the North Hollywood Metro station in Los Angeles on Wednesday afternoon. The attack happened shortly after he left the Metro B (Red) Line station at Lankershim and Chandler boulevards around 1:50 p.m. Reports suggest he was approached by someone but the reason is still unknown. The Los Angeles Police Department responded promptly saying a dispute between two people turned violent leading to the stabbing.
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