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A Heatwave Alert Hits Southern California

July 6, 2026

The National Weather Service has warned that heat will surge across Los Angeles County and other inland Southern California areas this week. From Tuesday to Thursday, temperatures in places like the Santa Clarita Valley, the East and West San Fernando Valleys, parts of the San Gabriel Valley, and th

sports

A new boxing promoter steps into the New Mexico ring

July 5, 2026

Two fighters are testing a fresh idea in boxing promotion this August. Donald Sanchez, a long-time competitor who has stepped into the ring over 60 times, is now organizing his own event for Albuquerque on August 8. His new company isn’t the only one bringing boxing to New Mexico in 2025, but Sanche

art

Art in Boulder: A Fresh Look at Local Exhibits

July 3, 2026

Boulder’s art scene buzzes with a mix of new and seasoned voices. A hidden gem on 15th Street invites curious visitors to view lithographs by Santa Fe’s Rodney Carswell, but only on appointment. Across town, Ana’s Gallery opens a window onto Caribbean and African art, while Art and Soul offers both

politics

A local business owner steps up for Santa Clarita’s future

July 3, 2026

Brett Haddoak, who grew up in Santa Clarita and still lives there with his family, has decided to run for a seat on the City Council. This new position is part of the city’s shift to district-based voting, meaning residents will now elect someone to represent their specific area. Haddoak’s district

opinion

Drive‑by Dilemmas: The Quiet Rise of Self‑Driving Cars

July 2, 2026

The sight of silent white Jaguars weaving through Los Angeles streets once felt like a page from a sci‑fi story, drawing smiles and phones from onlookers. Yet that same movement also sparked uneasy thoughts: a fleet of machines taking over our roads, their cameras flashing like taxi lights. It was a

crime

California’s crime drop in 2025: real progress or just good numbers?

July 2, 2026

California saw big drops in crime last year, hitting record lows in some areas. Homicides fell to the lowest point since tracking began in the 1960s, dropping nearly one-fifth from 2024. Even shootings went down, along with other crimes like robbery and car theft. But the decreases weren’t the same

education

California schools shine in national college rankings

June 30, 2026

California keeps proving it’s a top spot for students looking for great learning environments after four of its colleges landed in a recent ranking of the best classroom experiences in the U. S. The list, put together by a well-known education guide, named schools based on student surveys about teac

art

Bringing Ancient Rituals Into Modern Walls

June 29, 2026

In Santa Fe, a new art show invites visitors to step into a living prayer. The artist grew up in rural Brazil and learned the secret rites of Candomblé, a faith that survived slavery by hiding in quiet rooms. He now uses those same hidden spaces as the heart of his first solo installation. The ce

entertainment

Santa Fe’s New Night Market: Food, Art and Music Under the Stars

June 29, 2026

The city of Santa Fe is set to welcome a fresh nighttime gathering this summer, called the 505 Night Market. The idea is simple: bring food stalls, local artists and live tunes together in one open‑air space. It is meant to be a family‑friendly spot where people can stroll, taste new dishes an

sports

World Cup 2026 Host Spotlight: How Santa Clara Won Hearts Beyond the Big Names

June 29, 2026

Santa Clara didn’t get Argentina or England this World Cup, but that didn’t stop fans from filling the stadium anyway. While other cities dazzled with superstar teams, the Bay Area’s modest lineup—Switzerland, Qatar, Algeria, Jordan twice—actually turned out to be a hidden gem for niche fandoms. Ara