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In Theory: Immigration reform not just liberal cause
Reforming America's immigration laws to allow undocumented immigrants to apply for citizenship has long been seen as a cause championed by liberals. But now a group that's not exactly known for liberal ideas has joined the call to relax immigration...
Tags: Egypt, Politics, U.S. Congress, Labor Legislation, Religious Events
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In Theory: Do we bring tragedy on ourselves?
The recent tornado in Oklahoma that killed 24 people and destroyed or damaged 12,000 homes has stirred up a row on social networking site Twitter. The day after the disaster, popular evangelical speaker and author John Piper tweeted two references to...Tags: Tsunamis, Earthquakes, Tra Thomas, Religious Texts, Bible
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On the Town: Car show will feature music and motors
Mark Sellers describes the music his band Wildhorse plays as southern country rock with a soulful rhythm-and-blues feel. “I always add southern to it because I grew up in the South and that is really where country rock came from — you have...
Tags: Movies, Festive Events, Teaching and Learning, Youth Organizations, Social Organizations
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On the Town: Armenian community members recognized
Beginning in 2006, the Burbank chapter of the Armenian National Committee of America began recognizing local organizations along with businesses and civic leaders for their commitment to community service, political activism and raising awareness of the...
Tags: Business, Local Elections
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In Theory: Were early Christians persecuted for their beliefs?
Were early Christians really persecuted for their beliefs? The popular image is of them being thrown to the lions and having to meet in secret, but an author is challenging what she calls the "myth" of Christian persecution. Candida Moss, who is...Tags: Egypt, Crime, Law and Justice, Authors, The Holocaust (1934-1945), Christianity
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Burroughs tennis no-show mars CIF tennis individuals
There was some controversy involving one the local boys' tennis entries in Thursday's CIF Southern Section Individual Tournament at the University of Redlands. The No. 1 doubles team from Burroughs High, senior Michael Whelan and junior Calvin Fox, were...Tags: Tennis
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Burbank police riders honor fallen officers
When Kathleen Jackson felt like she couldn't pedal her bicycle any longer, she grabbed for a picture of fallen Burbank Police Officer Matthew Pavelka hanging around her neck for inspiration. Pavelka's aunt was one of roughly 1,600 people —...
Tags: Mother's Day, Crime, Law and Justice, Google Inc., Law Enforcement
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Barbara Morrison: Songs from a survivor
While Barbara Morrison's 1973 arrival to the jazz and blues party was somewhat late, the singer has definitely lived it to the hilt. One of Los Angeles' top jazz vocalists, Morrison made her bones on the bandstand alongside the top names in music,...
Tags: Concerts, Arts and Culture, Entertainment, Ceremonies, Music
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Where has common courtesy gone?
I’ve noticed a creeping lack of civility overtaking our society. Whether it’s the shopping cart left unattended in the middle of the aisle while the shopper chats on their phone, oblivious to all who are impeded by this thoughtlessness, or... -
In Theory: Do pastors' kids have it tough?
Growing up can be tough, but children of preachers face an extra element — the added pressure to keep up appearances and not give in to temptation. Also dealing with the church takes up a lot of parents' time, and that means more stress and more...Tags: Family, Arts and Culture, Israel, Christianity, Separation of Church and State
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Burbank's music program gets big boost
It's been more than 20 years since the Burbank Unified School District dropped instrumental music programs in its elementary schools in order to deal with budget cuts. But parents and educators have rallied the past several years to bring instrumental...Tags: Entertainment, Music
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In Theory: Are parts of Scripture outdated and in need of change?
It's not often that a Christian minister agrees with the New Atheist movement, but the Rev. Michael Dowd believes it's possible when it comes to what he calls the "idolatry of the written word." A self-described "New Theist" — one who "value[s]...Tags: Paleontology, Baptist, Customs and Tradition, Belief and Faith, Arts and Culture
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