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AS Aerospace Begins Construction on New Palmdale Facility, Kicking Off City’s Aerospace Incentive Program
PALMDALE, CA — AS Aerospace broke ground on a new, two-phase, 90,000-square-foot manufacturing facility in Palmdale on Thursday, Oct. 16, marking the first project delivered under the City’s Palmdale Aerospace Incentive Program (PAIP). As the inaugural PAIP project, the investment is expected to create 150 quality jobs and expand the City’s role as a hub for aerospace innovation. The company is relocating and expanding its precision manufacturing and advanced component produc


Preparedness for Great ShakeOut Day
SACRAMENTO – As California continues to harness the power of science and technology to help keep our communities safe, Governor Gavin Newsom today encourages Californians to get earthquake prepared. The Great ShakeOut is observed annually on October 16, in remembrance of the 1989 Loma Prieta earthquake. This magnitude 6.9 earthquake resulted in 63 deaths, thousands injured and displaced, and widespread damage to buildings and infrastructure. California is an international-le


Hundreds of new homes for veterans are coming to California through voter-approved Prop 1 funding
SACRAMENTO – While the Trump administration turns its back on those who served, California continues to honor its 1.5 million veterans — creating stronger supports and housing dedicated to serving veterans. Governor Gavin Newsom today announced new awards to fund the development of 707 permanent supportive homes with services for veterans and other Californians who are experiencing or at risk of homelessness and living with behavioral health challenges, along with 13 manager


Gov. Newsom announces affordable CalRx® insulin, $11 a pen, will soon be available for purchase
SACRAMENTO – As the first and only state contracting for its own affordable insulin, Governor Gavin Newsom today announced that CalRx® biosimilar insulin glargine pens will be available to consumers in California beginning January 1, 2026. This launch marks a significant step in the state’s ongoing effort to lower prescription drug prices and improve medication access statewide. Through an agreement secured by Civica Rx — a nonprofit generic drug manufacturer — with Biocon B


Hospital Honors Its History with Visit from First Twins Born in 1955
LANCASTER, Calif., - In a heartwarming celebration of legacy and community, Antelope Valley Medical Center marked its 70th anniversary by inviting a very special pair of guests: the first set of twins ever born at the hospital. Now celebrating their own 70th birthday, one of the twins returned to the place where their lives began, joining the hospital’s leadership team and staff members in commemorating seven decades of compassionate care. Born in 1955, just days after the


Federal government to withhold $40M from California for not enforcing trucker English requirements
Palmdale, CA.- Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy announced on Wednesday that he will withhold $40 million from California. This decision is based on the fact that California is the only state that has failed to enforce the English language requirements for truckers. “California is the only state in the nation that refuses to ensure big rig drivers can read our road signs and communicate with law enforcement. This is a fundamental safety issue that impacts you and your famil


California steps up to help military, veteran families while the federal government is AWOL
SACRAMENTO – As California honors the 250th anniversary of the Armed Forces, the state has taken a number of steps to support military and veteran families. There are about 160,000 active duty service members and nearly 1.5 million veterans who call California home. Through legislative action, budget investments and key partnerships, California continues to stand up for our esteemed military members and veterans. Time and again the members of our military have proven their d


SB380 protects communities from sexually violent predators signed by Gov. Newsom
Palmdale, CA.- Senate Minority Leader Brian W. Jones (R- San Diego ) announced his Senate Bill 380 has been signed into law by the governor and will take effect immediately. The bill directs the Department of State Hospitals to investigate placing sexually violent predators in state-run transitional housing facilities upon release. Current practice allows them to be conditionally released into the community, where they pose a risk to the public safety. “This bill’s signing


Rain is forecasted for Southland on Tuesday.
Palmdale, CA.- Excessive rainfall is anticipated this week. The National Weather Service predicts that rainfall chances will begin on Monday night, October 13. Potential Impacts: Flash Flood Watches for recent burn scars-potential risk for debris flows SBA-SLO Counties: 8PM Mon - 3 PM Tue Ventura County: 1 AM Tue - 10 AM Tue LA County: 5 AM Tue - 3 PM Tue Small chance (10-20%) of significant flash flooding/debris flows across recent burn scars Risk for rockslides


Governor Newsom signs bills that protect children online.
SACRAMENTO – Governor Newsom today signed new landmark legislation to further strengthen the state’s protections for children online and create safeguards for new and emerging technology, such as artificial intelligence (AI). The legislation adds required features for platforms and products such as age verification, protocols to address suicide and self-harm, warnings regarding social media and companion chatbots, and stronger penalties for those who profit from illegal deep
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