Council moves to block T-Mobile cell tower in Burbank

Residents were successful Tuesday in keeping a wireless telecommunications facility out of their neighborhood after Burbank City Council members pledged to effectively block the project.

Democratic clubs to hold Burbank fundraiser

The executive boards for three local Democratic clubs will hold a fundraiser for several candidates running in the 43rd state Assembly District at 5 p.m. May 27 at Flappers Comedy Club, 102 E. Magnolia Blvd. in Burbank.

Parents rally against T-mobile cell tower

Parents of children who attend two schools located near the Little White Chapel held a news conference on Thursday calling on the Burbank City Council to block the installation of a wireless telecommunication facility inside the church because of the dangers they say radio emissions pose to the...

Olympic great Rafer Johnson makes TV ad for Howard Berman

Former Olympic great Rafer Johnson is starring in a new cable TV ad for Rep. Howard Berman as the longtime congressman battles with fellow Democratic Rep. Brad Shermanfor the same San Fernando Valley seat in the House of Representatives.

California bullet train chief seeks environmental exemptions

The chief of the state bullet train authority said Tuesday that he hopes to obtain some type of relief from environmental laws that would eliminate a risk that the 130-mile initial construction project could be stopped by an injunction, a potentially growing prospect as agriculture interests in...

Council to eye utility, sewer fee increases

Burbank might be able to use one-time money to plug a projected $1.1-million budget gap for next fiscal year — but that's only if the City Council approves a collection of utility, sewer and trash-collection rate increases.

High-speed spending: Bullet train may need $3.5 million a day

If California starts building a 130-mile segment of high-speed rail late this year as planned, it will enter into a risky race against a deadline set up under federal law.

Burbank, Glendale to get less grant money

The quality of life may be improving in Burbank and Glendale, but for the agencies that serve the poor and needy, life is about to get a little harder.

Schiff aims to stop employers from asking for Facebook passwords

U.S. Rep. Adam Schiff (D-Burbank) helped introduce legislation last week to rein in the growing practice of employers who require job applicants or current employees to provide access to password-protected accounts, such as Facebook, as a condition of employment.

Council approves $5.2M Verdugo Pool makeover

Burbank City Council members on Tuesday expressed disappointment with what they said was a lack of communication with the public on the prolonged closure of the Verdugo Pool, which has been closed since 2008.

U.S. prods California lawmakers to take quick action on bullet train

Concerned about possible delays in state funding of high-speed rail, U.S. Transportation Secretary Ray LaHood told California leaders Thursday that the Legislature needs to send a signal that it is committed to the project by including money for it in the state budget to be approved next month.

Burbank settles on schedule for replacing outgoing city clerk, treasurer

The City Council this week decided on a schedule for appointing interim replacements for the elected positions of city clerk and city treasurer as the women who currently hold those offices prepare to retire next month.

Obama's gay marriage comment draws cheers from locals

Local gays and lesbians on Wednesday applauded President Obama’s public support of same-sex marriage, calling the announcement a pivotal moment in their fight for equality.

Sherman campaign seeks review of hire by rival Berman's 'super Pac'

Rep. Brad Sherman's reelection campaign is asking federal authorities to investigate what it says is improper coordination between his main rival,...

Berman and Sherman tout their focus on local issues

Rep. Howard Berman crouched on a Sherman Oaks baseball field on a recent Saturday, striking a pose with two 4-year-old boys who had not yet had a chance to break in their uniforms.

Council to hone police oversight

The Burbank City Council on Thursday went beyond ranking their usual top five goals for the coming fiscal year to include a sixth priority: the Police Department.

California bullet train board approves environmental studies

State bullet train officials Thursday approved the environmental impact studies for an initial section of high-speed track to be built from Merced to Fresno, a decision that sets the stage for possible legal challenges from powerful Central Valley farming interests.

Dave Golonski appointed mayor of Burbank

The City Council on Tuesday appointed Dave Golonski to his fourth term as mayor during its annual reorganization ceremony.

One year after Bin Laden's death, Schiff warns of 'formidable challenge'

On the anniversary of the death of Osama bin Laden today, Rep. Adam Schiff (D-Burbank) took note of the “grim satisfaction that justice was meted out to the worst mass murderer in American history.”

CSUN students host forum in 'Berman-Sherman' race

Four of the six candidates in what is widely known as the Berman-Sherman congressional race squared off Monday night, thanks to the Associated Students of Cal State Northridge's Big Politics series.