The effort to try and permanently house what is estimated to be as many as 34,000 homeless people is Herculean. There are an array of reasons that can cause someone […]
Author Archives: By Alex Garcia, Sun Contributing Writer
Amidst Allegations, Some are Calling for Rep. Tony Cardenas to Resign
Last fall, when former Assemblymember Raul Bocanegra was accused of sexual harassment, Congressman Tony Cardenas — his long-time ally and supporter — noted that the state politician should resign if […]
March and Protest Against Junipero Serra Statue at Brand Park
Amidst the happy smiles of quinceañera and bridal parties posing for photos at Brand Park in Mission Hills on Saturday, April 28, there was also a determined protest group. About […]
Immigrant Activists to Come Out May 1 to Defend “Sanctuary State” Law
Banners of all types and colors — even one with the Lady of Guadalupe — flanked the entrance to the “Los Camarones Tacos Mariscos” restaurant along Pico Street in the […]
San Fernando Gets New Trees in Time for Earth Day
After what city officials termed a “grave mistake” with the removal of palm trees from the median on Brand Boulevard nearly three years ago, the City of San Fernando is […]
It will be Democrat vs. Republican in Runoff Election
It’s been more than 20 years since a Republican candidate has substantially challenged a Democratic candidate in the 39th Assembly District since Democrats outnumber Republicans more than 3 to 1 […]
Northeast Valley Residents Have a Decision to Make
Four women and two men are vying for the state Assembly seat left vacant last November by Raul Bocanegra (D-Pacoima), who resigned amidst a sexual harassment scandal. The eventual winner […]
Like the Marathon, Davis Just Keeps Going
Thirty-three and counting. Sylmar resident Jim Davis, 77, maintained his stature as a Legacy Runner, the select group of men and women who have taken part in and completed all […]
President of Santa Rosa Baseball League Accused of Not Paying for Trophies
“All registrants MUST be paid in full at the time of registration!! NO EXCEPTIONS!!,” states a flyer for the Santa Rosa Baseball/Softball League that was distributed to parents interested in […]
VISA High School Wins 0,000 Theater Grant
Parents, students and people who attend drama shows at the Vaughn International Studies Academy (VISA) can soon expect more comfortable seating and better lighting to enjoy the performances. The San […]
