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Lancaster, CA. -The City of Lancaster has secured a $33.2 million grant award from the Southern California Association of Governments (SCAG) to advance the SR-14 (SR-138) Highway Equity Corridor Improvements Program – Avenue M Interchange Project. This critical infrastructure investment will modernize one of the region’s most heavily used freeway access points.   Approved through the SCAG Surface Transportation Block Grant Program (STBG) for Federal Fiscal Years 2027–2028, th

Lancaster, CA.- Palmdale and Lancaster Sheriff’s stations are currently accepting applications for their Explorer program. The program provides an opportunity for Explorers to experience the responsibilities and functions of law enforcement firsthand AV EXPLORER ACADEMY 2026 — APPLY NOW! If you’re a high school student interested in law enforcement, leadership, or just pushing yourself to the next level, this is your opportunity. For 18 weeks (Feb 7–June 6, 2026), recruits t

PALMDALE, CA — The City of Palmdale broke ground Monday on an exciting new attraction at DryTown Water Park. The dynamic three-slide tower promises to deliver high-octane fun when it opens in time for the start of the 2026 summer season.   The $4.4 million project represents the City’s continued investment in providing world-class recreation amenities that respond directly to the community’s needs and priorities.   The new tower features three distinct slide experiences: Free

Palmdale , CA   – Palmdale Water District (PWD) is pleased to announce that Viridiana Iguaran is its new Finance Manager/CFO. She started her new position in late July, replacing Dennis Hoffmeyer who retired after 36 years with the District. In her new role managing the Finance Department, Iguaran is responsible for accounts payable, purchasing, payroll and customer finance. She works closely with a financial advisor on District investments. “I’m humbled and honored to have t

LANCASTER, Calif., ) – Antelope Valley Medical Center (AVMC) invites the community to its annual Tree Lighting Ceremony .  This heartwarming, family-friendly tradition spreads a little joy to our patients, staff and the entire Antelope Valley community.    The event will take place outside the main hospital entrance (behind the tree) and will include the telling of the AVMC Christmas tree story, a blessing, caroling from the Palmdale High School Chamber Singers, lighting of t

Palmdale, CA.-The California's popular EV carpool lane decal program ends today Decenber 1st, 2025 meaning solo EV drivers now face fines of up to $500 for using HOV lanes. The California Highway Patrol granted a 60-day grace period before enforcement commenced on December 1, 2025. ‘Trump traffic jam’: Republicans slash popular clean air carpool lane program What you need to know: The Trump administration and Republican Congress’s failure to extend the federal Clean Air Vehi

LANCASTER – Kaiser Permanente Antelope Valley recently celebrated the graduation of 47 students from its Hippocrates Circle Program, a mentorship initiative designed to provide students from diverse backgrounds with guidance and inspiration to pursue careers in medicine.   Students from Shadow Hills Magnet Academy in Palmdale took part in an extensive program featuring interactive medical demonstrations, physician-led mentoring sessions and guided tours of health care facilit

Palmdale, CA.- San Bernardino Detectives are asking for the public’s help in identifying a woman whose body was found Jane Doe, #162-25 an Unknown Female, 48-60 years old, 5’1”, 115 lbs. On Tuesday, November 18, 2025, at 11:42 a.m., deputies from the Twin Peaks Station responded to Highway 138 and Crestline Road for a found deceased person. When deputies arrived, they located the decedent about 75 feet down a steep embankment. Please refer to the original press release. “Unid

SACRAMENTO – As the holiday season gets underway, the California Highway Patrol (CHP) reminds motorists that the simplest way to stay safe on the road this Thanksgiving weekend is to buckle up before every trip.   The CHP will begin its Thanksgiving Holiday Enforcement Period (HEP) at 6:01 p.m. on Wednesday, November 26, and continue through 11:59 p.m. on Sunday, November 30. Throughout the enforcement period, CHP officers will be on patrol to help ensure everyone obeys tra

LOS ANGELES — Los Angeles County District Attorney Nathan J. Hochman announced a criminal investigation today into potentially false claims filed against Los Angeles County under California Assembly Bill 218, which extended the statute of limitations for reporting childhood sexual abuse. “False reporting of sexual abuse undermines our entire justice system and is a grave disservice to actual victims who have already suffered unspeakable trauma,” said District Attorney Hochman