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SACRAMENTO – In light of the federal government’s refusal to cooperate with state and local investigations of the two recent federal officer-involved shooting deaths in Minnesota, California Attorney General Rob Bonta, in coordination with Governor Gavin Newsom, issued a bulletin reminding state and local law enforcement of their concurrent jurisdiction to investigate potential state law crimes committed by federal agents. Federal and state law enforcement have long collab

PALMDALE, CA — The City of Palmdale has been awarded $400,000 through the U.S. Department of Transportation’s Safe Streets and Roads for All (SS4A) program in the Planning and Demonstration category to support its Active Transportation Plan update and development. The award reflects strong federal support for Palmdale’s commitment to improving roadway safety and expanding safe, accessible walking and biking options for residents of all ages. “Receiving this SS4A grant is an i

Rosamond, Ca.- The Kern County Sheriff's Office is seeking the public's help in finding Daniela Morales-Melgar, a 13-year-old teen considered at-risk,she was last seen leaving school in Rosamond with an unidentified man. If anyone has information regarding MORALES-MELGAR's whereabouts, they are asked to call the Kern County Sheriff's Office at 661-861-3110 or Secret Witness Line at 661-322-4040.

PALMDALE, CA — Experience the electrifying fusion of multi-octave vocals and world-class tap dancing when Solomon Jaye’s “Tap Into Soul” takes the Palmdale Playhouse stage, located at 38334 10th St. East , on Saturday, Feb. 7 at 7 p.m.   Jaye delivers an exciting new take on timeless soul music, blending his frenzied fast footwork with classic and contemporary chart-topping hits. His high-energy setlist features toe-tapping songs, including James Brown’s “I Feel Good,” Stevie

SACRAMENTO – Underscoring the value of the state’s effort to protect public safety and reinforce a regulated cannabis marketplace, today Governor Gavin Newsom announced state officers have seized and destroyed more than $1.2 billion in illicit cannabis products through the Unified Cannabis Enforcement Task Force (UCETF). The $609 million seized in 2025 represents an 18 fold increase since 2022. Through UCETF, which Governor Newsom established in 2022 to coordinate whole-of-g

Lancaster, CA. - Lancaster Energy is excited to announce the Power Choice EV Giveaway Contest, a limited-time opportunity designed to generate community excitement around installing solar with battery storage through the local Power Choice program. Power Choice is a clean-energy initiative that makes solar and battery backup more accessible and affordable for residents. Sponsored exclusively by Participate.Energy , this giveaway is open to current Power Choice customers, as

LASD Lake Los Angeles – LLA Plaza – The Lake Los Angeles WATCH group held its monthly meeting at M&G’s in the LLA Plaza on Tuesday evening, January 20. The gathering, which included sixteen participants, fostered active and engaging conversations throughout the evening. Attendees were fully involved, contributing to a lively and productive discussion during the meeting. Resident/Resource Deputy Borruel opened the meeting with, “December was eventful. It was happy, exciting,

Lancaster, CA. - Mental health isn’t something to think about only when life feels overwhelming. It’s part of your everyday well-being, just like eating well or getting enough sleep. January is Mental Wellness Awareness Month, and Kaiser Permanente Antelope Valley Therapist Nora Durzo shares why caring for your mind is essential, not optional.   Why Mental Wellness Matters “Mental health affects everything: your relationships, your work – even your physical health,” says Durz

SACRAMENTO – On this MLK Jr. Day, as Americans honor the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., the Trump administration’s betrayal of that legacy is on full display. National Parks — places that should stand as symbols of shared American heritage — no longer offer free entry on MLK Day under Trump’s orders. Instead, Trump added his own birthday to the free entry calendar and is plastering his face on the National Park Service annual pass. Ahead of the 100th annivers

Palmdale, CA.- On January 14, 2026, just before noon, a multivehicle fatal traffic crash occurred on State Route (SR) 138, west of 195th Street East. Preliminary investigation indicates a 2012 Chevrolet was being driven westbound on SR-138, west of 195th Street East, while a 2015 Peterbilt with two fully loaded bottom dump trailers was being driven on SR-138 in the opposite direction. The Chevrolet crossed the center of the highway and collided with the Peterbilt. The driver