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SACRAMENTO – Governor Newsom today introduced AskCA, a new AI-powered digital assistant to help Californians better navigate state and local services. AskCA is designed to be a single entry point, guided by what Californians need, to make navigating state and local government programs easier than ever before. Starting today, Californians can sign up to be part of the pilot. The new prototype came from California’s response to the devastating January 2025 Los Angeles wildfire

LAKE LOS ANGELES, Calif. — Lake Los Angeles residents are invited to lace up their running shoes and come together for the 1st Annual Lake Los Angeles Desert Sunrise 5K Run/Walk on Saturday, October 24, 2026. Runners and walkers will begin at the SBCC Economic Building and head south for an approximately three-mile course through the Lake Los Angeles community. The event is designed for runners, walkers, families and community groups. Early-bird registration is now available,

PALMDALE, CA — The City of Palmdale invites parents and families to attend a series of free virtual Youth Engagement Information Sessions this September to learn more about leadership, volunteer and community involvement opportunities available to local youth. The sessions will provide an overview of City programs designed to help young people build leadership skills, gain valuable experience, connect with their community and discover new ways to get involved. Programs highli

LAKE LOS ANGELES, Calif. — Helping Hands AV will host an Antelope Valley Community Listening Session on Wednesday, Sept. 23, 2026, from 2 to 5 p.m. at 17315 E. Coolwater Ave., Lake Los Angeles, CA 93591. Hosted by Helping Hands AV in partnership with the Los Angeles County (ARDI) the session will give residents an opportunity to share their experiences, concerns and priorities for the future of the Antelope Valley. Community members will be invited to discuss what is working

LANCASTER, Calif. — Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department homicide detectives are investigating a deputy-involved shooting Monday morning in the 44000 block of 15th Street West. Deputies responded to a domestic violence call around 9:46 a.m. involving a man who was allegedly armed with a handgun and holding his ex-wife in a headlock. The man was struck by deputy gunfire and transported to a local hospital. No deputies were injured. The investigation remains ongoing. Anyone

On September 4, 2026, at approximately 1:30 a.m., a rollover fatal traffic collision occurred on State Route 2 along the eastern edge of the Angeles National Forest, between Big Pines and Wrightwood, near Mile Post Marker 81.30. Preliminary investigation indicates a black 2016 Hyundai Veloster, occupied by six residents of Wrightwood, California, was traveling eastbound on State Route 2 when the driver allowed the vehicle to veer to the right, depart the roadway, overturn, tr

Lancaster, CA. September 3, 2026 -- All City of Lancaster offices will be closed on Monday, September 7, in observance of Labor Day. City offices will resume normal business hours on Tuesday, September 8. In the meantime, we encourage you to continue utilizing the services we offer online at www.cityoflancasterca.gov. For daily updates and announcements, visit us on social media. Labor Day is a national holiday that honors the contributions and achievements of American worker

LOS ANGELES, CA — Los Angeles County Assessor Jeff Prang, Treasurer and Tax Collector Elizabeth Buenrostro Ginsberg, Auditor-Controller Oscar Valdez, and Department of Consumer and Business Affairs Director Rafael Carbajal are warning seniors and other property owners about a property tax scam circulating through social media, online videos, and telephone solicitations. The fraudulent claims tell homeowners they can reduce or freeze their property taxes by filing a supposed f

SACRAMENTO — As Labor Day weekend approaches, the California Highway Patrol (CHP) is urging motorists to plan ahead, make responsible choices and never drive impaired. To help keep California’s roads safe, the CHP will conduct a Labor Day Holiday Enforcement Period (HEP) from 6:01 p.m. Friday, Sept. 4, through 11:59 p.m. Monday, Sept. 7. During the HEP, CHP officers statewide will focus on removing impaired drivers from the road and educating motorists about the dangers of

PALMDALE, CA – City administrative and business offices, Legacy Commons for Active Seniors, SAVES, pools and the Palmdale City Library will be closed on Monday, Sept. 7, in observance of the Labor Day holiday. DryTown Water Park will be open from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. City offices will return to regular business hours on Tuesday, Sept. 8. To report emergencies after hours, on weekends or holidays, residents may call 661-267-5338. Residents can also report issues online at...