Southland

Saturday, May 5, 2012

Spectacular supermoon over the Southland

A rare celestial sight is thrilling folks around the world and was caught over the Southland by local photographer Terje “Terry” Canavarro. A supermoon or perigree moon, was visible in the sky between 7:30 -9 p.m. on the West Coast tonight. Scientists say the moon travels in an elliptical path around the Earth — with one side “perigee” being closer […]
Wednesday, April 11, 2012

Rainy Wednesday

Rain rolling through the Southland today. A downpour hammered Burbank around 7 this morning. Showers are predicted for the Media City through mid-day with more heavy rain possible. Partly cloudy skies expected this afternoon — but showers remain in the forecast through Friday. The high near 60 in B-town today. It will be windy at times as well. Hold tight […]
Monday, January 23, 2012

Wet Monday

A rainstorm is moving through Burbank and the Southland this morning. We’re getting steady rain, strong winds, and cool temperatures. The high today in B-town upper 50s — lows tonight in the 40s. In a weird weather twist, another blast of spring in the forecast for the middle of the week. By Wednesday, the high is expected to reach 80 in […]
Wednesday, November 30, 2011

Strong winds whipping through Burbank

Some really strong winds are causing havoc in Burbank and throughout the Southland this evening. The winds are ripping through the trees, tumbling leaves and debris through streets, yards, and parking lots. At the Trader Joe’s market on Alameda Avenue this evening, shoppers could be seen holding tightly to their grocery bags as they hurried home or to their vehicles. There’s […]
Friday, July 29, 2011

A Writer’s View: “New York Times bestselling author dishes on the dramatic changes in the publishing industry”

New York Times bestselling author dishes on the dramatic changes in  the publishing industry I always considered myself to be the walking, talking success story of American publishing.  I’m a lawyer, and at age 40, I had two babies back to back.  Suddenly, I was a stay-at-home mom and trying to figure out how to replace the income I relinquished due […]
Thursday, July 28, 2011

Mega Millions jackpot rolls over to $74 million!

The Mega Millions jackpot may spark a new round of lottery fever. The jackpot took a tumble to $74 million, after no one won the big one in last Tuesday’s draw. The winning digits: 20, 25, 35, 52, 55, and the Mega Ball 10.   A ticket with all of those hot numbers, except the Mega Ball was sold here in the Southland at […]