Assemblyman Mike Gatto and Senator Ted Gaines announced the passage of SB 168, legislation which would protect forests, property and the lives of citizens, firefighters and emergency personnel from drone interference, passed the legislature and is now headed to the Governor. Senate Bill 168 will increase fines for drone use that interferes with firefighting and emergency […]
Crescenta Valley High School Principal Linda Junge has released an all call to parents concerning the arrest that occurred in front of CVHS this afternoon. In her call Junge stated, because of the fire and sheriff activity she wanted to assure parents that CVHS is a safe place and that none of the students, staff […]
On Saturday, at 11:40 a.m., 5 Glendale Fire Department resources (1 Battalion Chief command team, 2 Engine companies, 1 Truck company, 1 Urban Search and Rescue company, and 1 Basic Life Support ambulance) responded to a mountain rescue at Brand Park in the city of Glendale. Units arrived on scene and began a two-hour hike […]
A “contained” stand-off in La Tuna Canyon has prompted Los Angeles Police Dept. to close several streets in the area, according to LAPD spokesman. The suspect is not yet in custody but the LAPD Foothill Division stated there was no danger to residents. The closures include: La Tuna Canyon exit off the Foothill (210) freeway. […]
On Friday, Sept. 11 , Rep. Adam Schiff (D-CA), the Ranking Member of the House Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence (HPSCI) released the following statement after voting for the resolution of approval: “I voted today to support the Iran deal negotiated by the Administration and the representatives of the other P5+1 nations – a deal […]
By Jason KUROSU A proposal that would raise state gas taxes and charge a vehicle fee to California drivers is unlikely to pass before legislative sessions end this Friday. Gov. Brown’s proposal would provide $3.6 billion annually for rehabbing roadways with a 6-cent gas tax increase and an 11-cent diesel tax increase. A $65 annual […]
By Charly SHELTON The Montrose Shopping Park Association held its monthly meeting last Thursday to address issues that affect all businesses and patrons of the shopping park. Among the topics were the board’s confirmed plans for the annual White Friday celebration as well as details surrounding Oktoberfest taking place on Oct. 3. Landscaping throughout the […]
Approximately 35 to 40 residents crowded the S-T Neighborhood Watch meeting in room 104 of North Valley City Hall on Aug. 25. LAPD Senior Lead Officer (SLO) Cesar Contreras opened the meeting by citing a slight recent uptick in Foothill Division crime stats. These continually fluctuate, he said, so small month-to-month rises and drops aren’t […]
In light of recent incidents where motorists within Los Angeles County have encountered individuals impersonating peace officers, the California Highway Patrol offers the following advice: Those who can determine that the vehicle behind them is displaying red lights and/or sounding a siren and is clearly marked as a police vehicle (i.e. black and white with […]
The clock is ticking for Rosemont students to collect shoes for Africa. By Mary O’KEEFE Their goal is to collect 2,500 pairs of gently used shoes in 15 days. The objective is part of the “Think Kindness” project brought to students at Rosemont Middle School on Monday. The students will be competing with 60,000 kids […]