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Los Cerritos Community News’ Show Us How You Back the Dodger Blue Photo Contest

Los Cerritos Community News’ Show Us How You Back the Dodger Blue Photo Contest

Submit your “Back the Blue” photo for a chance to win two Front Row Pavillion seat for the Aug. 6, 2025 game which is the Shohei Ohtani World Series Ring…

TRAVEL SOFTBALL REPORT: Former La Mirada standout helps Team Mexico win the TCS International Challenge

TRAVEL SOFTBALL REPORT: Former La Mirada standout helps Team Mexico win the TCS International Challenge

Recent La Mirada High graduate Angelyna Conde poses with the Triple Crown Sports International Challenge Silver Bracket Championship trophy after Team Mexico defeated Team Israel 8-5 this past Sunday in…

Sánchez Slams GOP Tax Bill: “One Big Steaming Pile of Crap”

Sánchez Slams GOP Tax Bill: “One Big Steaming Pile of Crap”

July 3, 2025 By Brian Hews WASHINGTON — Congresswoman Linda T. Sánchez (D-Whittier) delivered a blistering speech on the House floor Thursday morning, condemning the Republican-backed tax and budget reconciliation…

Mark Pulido Raises Nearly $300K in Bid for State Assembly, Lands Major Labor and Political Endorsements

Mark Pulido Raises Nearly $300K in Bid for State Assembly, Lands Major Labor and Political Endorsements

July 3, 2025 By Brian Hews Cerritos Councilmember and longtime community leader Mark Pulido has stormed out of the gate in his campaign for California’s 67th Assembly District, raising nearly…

MEDIA: Stop Sugarcoating It — Trump Isn’t ‘Pressuring’ Lawmakers, He’s Threatening Them

MEDIA: Stop Sugarcoating It — Trump Isn’t ‘Pressuring’ Lawmakers, He’s Threatening Them

July 3, 2025 By Brian Hews Memo to the political editors at the New York Times, Washington Post, CNN, and every outlet still pretending we’re playing by 1990s political norms:  Donald Trump is…

OP/ED: Rep. Young Kim Voted to Gut Healthcare — And She Hopes You Weren’t Paying Attention

OP/ED: Rep. Young Kim Voted to Gut Healthcare — And She Hopes You Weren’t Paying Attention

July 2, 2025 By Brian Hews If you’re one of the thousands of residents in California’s 40th Congressional District who relies on Medicaid, the Affordable Care Act marketplace, or food…

Enjoy the Fourth of July, but do so in a Safe Way to Prevent Injury and Harm

As families across Southern California looking forward to celebrating America’s birthday during the upcoming Fourth of July weekend, it’s important to know that it’s OK to have fun under the…

Lakewood Responds to Immigration Enforcement Chaos: Calls for Compassion, Calm, and Constitutional Respect

Lakewood Responds to Immigration Enforcement Chaos: Calls for Compassion, Calm, and Constitutional Respect

July 2, 2025 By Brian Hews In the wake of intensifying federal immigration raids across Southern California, the City of Lakewood has issued a rare and strongly worded public statement,…

Murkowski to Medicaid Patients: Drop Dead

Murkowski to Medicaid Patients: Drop Dead

July 2, 2025 By Brian Hews Senator Lisa Murkowski wants you to believe her vote was “difficult.” That she agonized over it. That she did what was best for Alaska.…

How recession-proof are top dividend stocks?

How recession-proof are top dividend stocks?

Introduction During an economic downturn, investors often seek stability and ask whether high-yielding equities can withstand such events. Dividend stocks that are recession-proof can give you a steady stream of…

OUTLOOK ON NEW FOOTHILL AREA RELEAGUING – Norwalk athletics in a perfect position with new 20-school conference on horizon

OUTLOOK ON NEW FOOTHILL AREA RELEAGUING – Norwalk athletics in a perfect position with new 20-school conference on horizon

July 1, 2026 By Loren Kopff • @LorenKopff on X This is the fourth part in a series of area schools involved in the upcoming Foothill Area releaguing that will…

Local Leaders to Hold Press Conference on Immigration Enforcement Fallout

Local Leaders to Hold Press Conference on Immigration Enforcement Fallout

June 30, 2025 LCCN Staff Report ARTESIA — Amid rising concern over the economic and emotional toll of recent immigration enforcement actions in Southeast Los Angeles County, Artesia Mayor Ali Sajjad Taj will…

The Most Dangerous Streets for Drivers in Sherman Oaks 

The Most Dangerous Streets for Drivers in Sherman Oaks 

Sherman Oaks is one of the busiest neighborhoods in the San Fernando Valley, known for its schools, restaurants, shopping hubs, and quick access to major freeways. With so much daily…

Republicans Add $3.3 Trillion to Debt—Proving Fiscal Conservatism Was Always a Lie

Republicans Add $3.3 Trillion to Debt—Proving Fiscal Conservatism Was Always a Lie

June 30, 2025 By Brian Hews Remember when Republicans couldn’t stop yelling about “fiscal responsibility”? When every Democrat-led bill was met with dire warnings about crushing debt and irresponsible spending?…

Cerritos Approves a $127K Contract to Study Potential Metro Rail Station Locations 

Cerritos Approves a $127K Contract to Study Potential Metro Rail Station Locations 

June 29, 2025 Former Councilmen Barrows and Vo were against any station in Cerritos, now that they are gone, the city will open the process again. By Brian Hews In…

Trump Tore Up the Iran Deal — Now We’re Living in His Fallout  

Trump Tore Up the Iran Deal — Now We’re Living in His Fallout  

June 29, 2025 By Brian Hews So let me get this straight—Trump, the same guy who spent four years howling about “forever wars” and “America First,” just launched airstrikes on…

Two Local Teens Headed to D.C. to Represent California in Breakthrough T1D 2025 Children’s Congress

LCCN Staff Report CERRITOS, CA — Two talented youth from the Gateway Cities will soon be swapping textbooks for talking points as they head to Washington, D.C. this July to…

A Message From Cerritos Mayor Frank Yokoyama

Jun 27, 2025 By Cerritos Mayor Frank Aurelio Yokoyama​ The City of Cerritos, with your support, is advancing a vision that moves Cerritos forward with purpose, resilience, and unity. That spirit of…

Kratom From MIT 45: Top Things To Know Related To It In Indiana

Kratom From MIT 45: Top Things To Know Related To It In Indiana

If you’re exploring high-quality kratom products like those from MIT 45, it’s crucial to understand the legal landscape—especially if you live in the Midwest. One of the most common questions…

‘FIND YOUR HAPPY’: OC Fair Returns with Deep-Fried Delirium and $5 Deals

‘FIND YOUR HAPPY’: OC Fair Returns with Deep-Fried Delirium and $5 Deals

BECAUSE WHY NOT? Bacon cotton candy on a pork belly stick, yum! JUNE 27, 2025 By Brian Hews COSTA MESA — Hide your kale and say goodbye to self-control—the OC…