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Lancaster, California—The Lancaster City Council’s municipal election in 2026 is underway. Candidates have been contacted to submit their press releases. Alternatively, any candidate is welcome to submit their press release or candidate information. Meet one of the candidates. There are two four-year council seats up for election, which will be conducted via an all-mail ballot.  For the past 23 years, Lancaster has been home for me and my family. It’s the community where I ha

Los Angeles, CA.- Recently, the Antelope Valley has struggled with packs of loose dogs displaying predatory pack behavior, a high number of stray “desert dogs” putting themselves at risk running in traffic, and puppies in need of care. DACC is stepping in to protect public safety and help those animals in less-than-ideal environments.   Yesterday, our team conducted a strategic sweep of several areas where these problems occur, and was able to identify multiple problem proper

SACRAMENTO – Affordability is one of the core tenets of California’s public higher education system, including two years of free community college for eligible students. Now California is making it easier for community college students to claim money already set aside for their future, helping them with funds to cover educational expenses like books, laptops, and other supplies. Governor Gavin Newsom today announced a partnership between CalKIDS, the California Community Col

PALMDALE, CA – The Palmdale City Council has approved the appointment of Salvador “Sal” Mendez as city manager following a nationwide recruitment process, reinforcing its commitment to stable, accountable leadership and high-quality service delivery for residents. Mendez has served as city manager pro tem since March 2025 and as interim city manager since Sept. 2, 2025, when the City Council unanimously appointed him to that role. On Feb. 12, the City Council appointed Mendez

LANCASTER, Calif., —Antelope Valley Medical Center proudly announced the opening of its new Antelope Valley Outpatient Pharmacy . This new 1,248 sqft space was designed to enhance patient care by providing convenient, on-site access to prescriptions, medication counseling, and continuity of care following hospital visits. “Our new Outpatient Pharmacy is another step forward in making healthcare more accessible and patient‑centered,” said Edward Mirzabegian, Chief Executive Of

Palmdale, CA.- Homicide Detectives from the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department are seeking assistance with information regarding the murder of Elena “Rae” Kazanes. On Thursday, February 19, 2026, Elana “Rae” Kazanes, 40 years old, was found deceased in the area of 140th Street East and East Avenue E, in the city of Lake Los Angeles. Detectives are seeking the public’s assistance and asking anyone with information to please contact the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Departm