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SACRAMENTO –  California has spent years building one of the most comprehensive hospice fraud enforcement efforts in the country. Under Governor Gavin Newsom, the state established a multi-agency Hospice Fraud Task Force, strengthened program integrity  oversight , and implemented a moratorium on new hospice licenses that remains in effect.  Governor Newsom highlighted how this work is delivering results: over 280 hospice licenses have been revoked over the past two years, an

SAN LORENZO —  Governor Gavin Newsom today announced that California is moving forward with a stand-alone, one-semester personal finance course for high school students — a major step toward ensuring every student graduates with the tools to manage money, avoid debt, and build wealth. The State Board of Education adopted a curriculum guide and resources, implementing Assembly Bill 2927 (McCarty), signed by Governor Newsom in 2024. Governor Newsom today also issued an  executi

Lancaster, California,.- Renage Garrison has announced her candidacy for the City of Lancaster Council election on April 14, 2026. Garrison and other candidates have submitted their press releases to our readers, providing information about her and her views on her candidacy. Born and raised in the Antelope Valley, I have deep roots in this community and have proudly called Lancaster home for the past 14 years. My life and work have been shaped by a strong connection to the

Ridgecrest, CA.- The Ridgecrest Police Department is assisting the Kern County Public Health Department and the Kern County Sheriff’s Office at their request in addressing illegal food vendors operating within and around the City of Ridgecrest. We are aware of recent social media discussions regarding enforcement actions involving these vendors. While we understand that the food offered may be appealing, we want to provide important context to our community. The vendors who h

Lancaster , CA.- On Saturday, March 14, the Antelope Valley Migrant Education Program (MEP) participated in the Los Angeles County of Education (LACOE) Speech and Debate Regional Tournament.  Students Itzel Carlos, Tania Rodriguez, Valerie Rodriguez (Palmdale High School), Brenda Davalos, Jefte Pulgarin (Eastside High School), Pamela Francisco (SOAR Lancaster), and Heidy Loza (Highland High School) represented AVUHSD in the tournament alongside neighboring districts with midd

LOS ANGELES - At 7:00 a.m. this morning, the Los Angeles County Department of Animal Care and Control (DACC) served a search warrant in the 46000 block of 266th Street West in Lake Hughes, California, for violation of animal welfare laws. It is estimated there are 700 dogs and cats on the property that will be rescued. The warrant was served with support from investigators from the Office of the District Attorney. More than 70 animal care and control staff are on scene. DACC