When Los Angeles faced devastating wildfires, celebrities stepped up to offer support. Jamie Lee Curtis was the first to pledge a generous $1 million from her family foundation. Jennifer Garner, who lost friends to the fires, volunteered with Chef José Andrés's World Central Kitchen to help her comm
Wayne Dawson, a well-known journalist and pastor, is battling oral cancer and credits his community's prayers and support for helping him through this tough time. Last year, Dawson received a surprising diagnosis of oral cancer. Since then, he has been undergoing chemotherapy and radiation treatment
River floods are happening more often and with more force. This means that the people in charge of rivers need to think about new ways to work with communities to plan how to deal with floods. Talking and sharing information between these groups can be tricky. If communities feel left out, mistrust
Nestled between the San Gabriel Mountains and the city of Pasadena, Altadena has long been known for its unique blend of solitude and community. This unincorporated town has drawn a diverse group of residents, from artists to families seeking a refuge from urban life. The recent Eaton fire, however,
JJ Redick, head coach of the Los Angeles Lakers, recently faced a personal tragedy. His rental home in the Pacific Palisades was destroyed by a wildfire. Speaking with reporters after practice, Redick expressed his grief over the loss of possessions he couldn't replace. He and his wife had been rent
Actress Jennifer Garner has revealed that she lost a close friend in the recent wildfires that have been wreaking havoc in Los Angeles. The fires, which have been burning since Tuesday, have spread from Pacific Palisades to areas like Malibu and Santa Monica. Garner, who has been volunteering with t
Actress Daniella Pineda, known for her role in Jurassic World, faced a devastating loss when the Los Angeles wildfires struck. Her home and most of her possessions were destroyed, leaving her with little more than her dog, a laptop, and a single pair of shoes. Pineda shared a heartbreaking collectio
Let's talk about the Tysons casino buzz! Senator Scott Surovell just put forward Senate Bill 982, aiming to let Fairfax County decide if they want a casino. This isn't new; he's tried before. The county didn't ask for this, though. It's like someone handed them an unwanted birthday present. Some bus
Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass is under fire for her absence during the city's worst fire on record. Critics have compared her to Nero, the Roman emperor who allegedly played music while Rome burned. Bass was away at Ghana's presidential inauguration when the Palisades fire hit, and she faced tough qu
For years, residents of James Island have been asking for safer pedestrian routes. Now, the Charleston County Finance Committee is set to award a contract for a much-needed project. This initiative will create sidewalks and a crosswalk on Woodland Shores Road and Maybank Highway. The project, known
