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State of Emergency Declared in NY Ahead of Storm That Could Dump 6 Feet of Snow

New York Gov. Kathy Hochul declared a state of emergency on Nov. 17 ahead of a major winter storm that could dump several feet of snow in Buffalo and other parts of western New York. In a statement, the governor declared an emergency in 11 counties after it was forecast that up to four feet…


Karen Bass Addresses Supporters as Los Angeles Mayor Elect

LOS ANGELES—U.S. Rep. Karen Bass will become the first female mayor of Los Angeles after opponent Rick Caruso conceded the race Nov. 16. Bass appeared in front of more than a hundred supporters in the Mid-Wilshire area Nov. 17, a day after Caruso conceded defeat and the Associated Press called the race in her favor….


Karen Bass Address Supporters as Los Angeles Mayor Elect

LOS ANGELES—U.S. Rep. Karen Bass will become the first female mayor of Los Angeles after opponent Rick Caruso conceded the race Nov. 16. Bass appeared in front of more than a hundred supporters in the Mid-Wilshire area Nov. 17, a day after Caruso conceded defeat and the Associated Press called the race in her favor….


Cities in Orange County Condemn Violence Against Iranians

The cities of Newport Beach and Costa Mesa adopted stances against the current violence in Iran against protestors, during their Tuesday, Nov. 15 meetings. Without discussion, the Costa Mesa City Council approved a resolution announcing the city’s support for the Iranian-American community whose relatives and friends are currently being affected by violence and protests in…


Adoptive Mother, Grandparents Accused in Girl’s Death Remain Held Without Bail

EL CAJON, Calif.—The adoptive mother and grandparents of an 11-year-old girl who died after being found in grave condition at a Spring Valley home remained behind bars without bail Nov. 16, but two of the defendants indicated they might contest their bail status later this month. Leticia Diane McCormack, 49, and McCormack’s parents, 70-year-old Adella…


Court Rules Dana Point Headlands to Reopen to Pre-COVID Hours

DANA POINT, Calif.—As a gentle wind blew across the Dana Point Headlands, hikers out for a quick stroll along the coastal trail enjoyed sunny skies as access reopened to normal operating hours following a restricted pandemic schedule. “This visibility is okay, but I’m sure it will get better as the winds move the smog out…


Court Orders Dana Point Headlands to Reopen to Pre-COVID Hours

DANA POINT, Calif.—As a gentle wind blew across the Dana Point Headlands, hikers out for a quick stroll along the coastal trail enjoyed sunny skies as access reopened to normal operating hours following a restricted pandemic schedule. “This visibility is okay, but I’m sure it will get better as the winds move the smog out…


Karen Bass Unlikely to Save Los Angeles

Commentary Mayor-elect Karen Bass certainly seems to have the credentials to get help to improve Los Angeles, that fading City of the Angels. She is a former speaker of the California Assembly and recently has been a powerful member of the U.S. House of Representatives. It also helps outgoing House Speaker Nancy Pelosi and Rep….


Man Fatally Shot by Police During Traffic Stop in Santa Ana

SANTA ANA, Calif.—A suspect was shot and killed by a police officer in Santa Ana during a traffic stop, authorities said Nov. 17. The shooting happened around 2:05 p.m. Nov. 16 in the 100 block of South McClay Street, according to Sgt. Maria Lopez of the Santa Ana Police Department. Officers stopped a vehicle with…


Auto Club: Record 4.5 Million SoCal Residents Will Travel for Thanksgiving

LOS ANGELES—A record 4.5 million Southern California residents are expected to travel over the upcoming Thanksgiving holiday, up 2.5 percent from last year, contributing to what the Automobile Club of Southern California projects to be the third-busiest Thanksgiving travel period on record nationally. “Despite inflation and high gas prices, consumers are continuing to prioritize valuable…