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Lake Los Angeles - Regarding the homeless count, it is troublesome to not-at-all to get numbers on the Antelope Valley two cities, and even more unlikely for the LLA community. While the County’s data covers the entire region, Lake Los Angeles is a smaller community within the County. Homelessness in the community tends to reflect broader county trends — high housing costs, economic instability, and limited affordable housing — but is also determined by local factors like pro

WASHINGTON, DC — On May 27, 2026, Representatives Kevin Mullin (CA-15), Zoe Lofgren (CA-18), Luz Rivas (CA-29), and George Whitesides (CA-27) made an unannounced oversight visit to the California City Detention Center, the largest facility in California operated by U.S. Customs and Immigration Enforcement (ICE). “There are over 1,600 civil detainees being held at taxpayers’ great expense at this former prison outside California City,” the Members said. “Congress has the autho

PALMDALE, CA – The City of Palmdale is bringing back one of the season’s most beloved traditions: summer Family Movie Nights featuring four blockbuster films shown under the desert stars at the Palmdale Amphitheater, located at 2727 Rancho Vista Blvd. “Family Movie Nights are one of those simple traditions that make Palmdale feel like home,” said Mayor Eric Ohlsen. “Families can settle in under the stars and enjoy a night out that kids will remember long after summer is o

Lancaster, CA — The Antelope Valley Chambers of Commerce is proud to announce a July 4th Parade to Celebrate America’s 250th Anniversary. This event is the collaboration of the City of Lancaster, the City of Palmdale, Los Angeles County Supervisor Kathryn Barger’s office and all four Chambers of Commerce active in the Antelope Valley, A.V. Chambers of Commerce, A.V. Hispanic Chambers of Commerce, Quartz Hill Chambers of Commerce, and the A.V. Black Chambers of Commerce. “We a

Lake Los Angeles – Sorensen Community Regional Park - Jorge Gutierrez, PLA, Section Head – Capital Projects Group County of Los Angeles Department of Parks & Recreation advised how the Wellness Centers are coming together nicely saying, "We are currently in construction at fourteen of our parks and moving quickly. “Regarding drawings, attached please find rendering that were done representative of the future Wellbeing and Teen OurSPOT Spaces. Please note that these rendering

The City of Palmdale invites residents and soccer fans from across the Antelope Valley to celebrate the excitement soccer championships at a series of community viewing parties. The free, family-friendly events will feature live screenings of select matches, food vendors and opportunities for the community to gather and cheer on their favorite teams together. Hosted by City of Palmdale and open to residents and soccer fans throughout the greater Antelope Valley. Thursday, Ju

LAKE LOS ANGELES, Calif. — More than 1,100 residents have already shared their priorities for a proposed Lake Los Angeles Community Learning Center, with job training, apprenticeships, and affordable childcare ranking as top requests. Organizers have met with community and state officials in recent weeks to discuss funding pathways, site requirements, and how the center can align with existing county and state programs. Officials emphasized the need for rural infrastructure

Palmdale, CA.- Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department Missing Person’s Detail is asking for the public’s help locating At-Risk Missing Person, Jennie Arenas Yanez. She was last seen on May 25, 2026, at the intersection of 47th Street East and Avenue S, in the city of Palmdale. Jennie is described as a 77-year-old female Hispanic adult, 5’04”, 130 lbs., with brown and white hair and brown eyes. She was last seen wearing a black hat, blue jacket and blue jeans. Jennie has a he

Palmdale, CA,- U.S. Air Force combat veteran Mayra Duarte has been named Veteran of the Year 2026 by the City of Palmdale and Vets 4 Veterans Antelipe Valley recognizing her decade of military service and ongoing work supporting Antelope Valley veterans, youth, and families. Duarte enlisted in the United States Air Force in 2003, serving until April 2013 as a 2E653, Cable Antenna Maintenance Journeyman. She began her career at Tyndall Air Force Base, Florida, installing and

SACRAMENTO – Today, Governor Gavin Newsom announced that funding will be available for eligible families with school-aged children to prevent childhood hunger while kids are on summer break. The California Department of Social Services (CDSS) has begun mailing electronic benefits transfer (EBT) cards with SUN Bucks food benefits, providing families $40 per month for food in June, July, and August ($120 total) per eligible child when children have limited access to school meal