(This is the first of a two-part series profiling students taking part in California State University, Northridge’s 2026 commencement ceremonies. Part 2 will be published next week.) It’s easy to tell someone to follow their dreams. But the path is not always straight forward. Sometimes life happens. Regardless of the obstacles or the time […]
CSUN Inspired Students to Follow their Dreams
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The Core of the Valley Was Left Out of the World Cup Fan Zone Experience. Let’s Not Make the Same Mistake for the Olympics
By Mike Browning When the FIFA World Cup comes to Los Angeles this summer, the city will come alive with big screens, music, food, and thousands of fans gathering at official “Fan Zones” across the county. These spaces are meant to make the tournament accessible, giving people a shared experience without the high cost of […]
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Rob Bonta Seeks Answers from FIFA Over Ticketing Practices
LOS ANGELES (CNS) – California Attorney General Rob Bonta sent a letter to FIFA (International Federation of Association Football) Wednesday, May 13, raising concerns about reports of potentially misleading ticket practices related to the 2026 World Cup, and requested information to assess potential violations of state law. Bonta’s letter comes amid recent reports that FIFA […]
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Students from Pinewood Avenue Elementary Win Conga Kids Championship
Students from Pinewood Avenue Elementary School in Tujunga danced their way into first place during the 10th annual Conga Kids Dance Championship. They beat out nearly 9,000 fellow fifth graders representing 99 elementary schools from across Southern California for the 2025-2026 school year. The dance contest was held at The Novo theater at LA Live […]
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Sylvia Jane Garcia
Sylvia Jane Garcia, 88 years old, was born May 17, 1937 in Los Angeles, California and passed away at home in Pacoima, on Thursday, April 23, 2026. Sylvia’s light and legacy will live on through the many moments she enjoyed and shared with family and friends. Sylvia is preceded in death by husband Rudy on […]
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Planned Cuts to Medi-Cal Dental Funding Would Hurt Low-Income Californians
Millions of Medi-Cal patients statewide could be on the verge of losing their dental care coverage, warned members of the San Fernando Valley Dental Society (SFVDS). Starting July 1, California is expected to significantly cut the state’s safety net dental program, which could result in a $1 billion loss in funding and reduce provider reimbursement […]
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Classifieds for the Week of May 14, 2026
HELP WANTED Maintenance Manager: Gruma Corp in Panorama City, CA seeks a Maintenance Manager: Direct, plan, control, and monitor the overall operation of the maintenance department. Requires a bachelor’s degree in industrial engineering, mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, or a related field and two years of experience in the job offered or a supervisory role in […]
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DBAs Published May 14, 2026
2026056631 FICTITIOUSBUSINESS NAMESTATEMENT Mailing Address:Natalia Solis-Guerra; 15548 Lassen Street; Mission Hills, CA 91345. The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: DOODYCALLSOFWESTSANFERNANDOVALLEY;15548 Lassen Street; Mission Hills, CA 91345. LA Al #ON B20260044963 Registered Owner(s): Nikolet Enterprise Solutions, Inc.; 15548 Lassen Street; Mission Hills, CA 91345. State of Incorporation/Organization: CA This business is conducted by: a […]
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Public Notices Published May 14, 2026
SUMMONS (CITACIONJUDICIAL) Case No. 25VECV02255 NoticetoDefendant: Pouya Rahimian; and DOES 1 to 50, Inclusive YouarebeingsuedbyPlaintiff: Esteban Mora Navarro NOTICE! You have been sued. The court may decide against you without your being heard unless you respond within 30 days. Read the information below. You have 30 CALENDAR DAYS after this summons and legal papers are […]
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Trump and Hegseth Claim ‘Control’ over Iran and the Strait of Hormuz as Ceasefire Talks Are Stalled
By Jon Gambrell and Melanie Lidman Associated Press DUBAI, United Arab Emirates (AP) — Kuwait said on Tuesday that Iran launched a failed attack earlier this month on an island where China is helping build a port in the Gulf Arab country. The accusation came just hours before U.S. President Donald Trump was to depart for […]