Nearly 3 years ago, in November of 2014, Californians voted to pass Proposition 47. Prop 47 re-categorized some non-violent crimes, making things that were once felonies, misdemeanors. The idea was to try to reduce the amount of prisoners in the state’s overpopulated prison system. The measure reduced the following non-violent crimes from felonies to misdemeanors: […]
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Most people would agree that sleep is an amazing thing. It helps us separate one day from the next, as well as helps us recharge from a long day of working. Unfortunately, as much as we love sleep, there are many people out there that do not get enough of it each night. These people […]
Just about everybody has had to deal with a noisy neighbor at least once in their life, which is never fun. When we go home, we want to be able to rest and unwind from our day out in the world. We do not want to be bombarded by obnoxious sounds from our neighbors. This […]
Car enthusiasts value their vehicles more than many other things in their lives; it is a prized possession. These people will not hesitate to keep spending money on their car(s) to upgrade, modify, and personalize it to their liking. These modifications can include tinted windows, car wraps, and new exhaust pipes. However, they can only […]
The upside to turning 18 years old is finishing high school, getting ready for college, and officially becoming an adult, free to make your own decisions. The downside to turning 18, is becoming the adult that needs to learn how to calculate decisions and evaluate possible outcomes before making a move. Rewards are great when […]
Identity theft can be a huge disaster for the person who had his or her identity stolen. The thief can cause a lot of damage to their target’s reputation, both physically and financially. When a crook steals someone’s identity, they can wreak havoc. The thief gets ahold of personal information such as their target’s name […]
Being stressed is never much fun, yet so many things can cause people stress on a daily basis. While it may be tiring and exhausting, a little stress can be a good thing. Stress helps you know that something needs to get done and that something needs to change. Of course, too much stress is […]
Yet again, a certain airline has made its way into headlines. This time a rabbit died while waiting in one of the airline’s pet holding facilities. This latest incident has raised the question of what options do pet owners have when they need to transport their pet long distances. There are typically 3 options for […]
It is warming up here in California, meaning that fire season is growing closer. Nobody wants to experience a wildfire burning near their home, which means that everyone should do their part in preventing wildfires. California’s Mediterranean climate makes it easy for wildfires to get started. All it takes is one spark on a windy […]
T here are so many ways to avoid drinking and driving these days, so why do people still do it? Instead of drinking and driving, you can walk if you are very close to home and the walk is safe, you can take a bus long as you do not act drunk and belligerent, you […]
Summer is approaching, and for residents of the Antelope Valley, that means it’s time for Thunder on the Lot once again. The boulevard will roar to life as hundreds of motorcycles and classic cars parade down the street before settling into place at SGT. Steve Owen Memorial Park. This is Antelope Valley’s largest event, bringing […]
These days, there is no denying how powerful social media is. It is a great way to keep us all up-to-date on how friends and family are doing. It is also a rapidly growing medium for people to receive their daily news. Then there is law enforcement. Law enforcement agencies on all levels, from local […]
I t would not surprise most people to learn that teenagers love their smartphones. Teens spend a lot of time on their smart devices, roughly 3 and a half hours a day, according to data from GlobalWebIndex. Of the teens who spent over 3 hours on their smartphone, 71% of the respondents spent most of […]
Ticket scalping is when a person resells their ticket to an event, like a concert or a sporting event, to another person. The purchaser does not buy the ticket directly from the event itself, but rather goes to someone who already owns a ticket to the event, but is looking to get rid of it. […]
People are already gearing up for the Independence Day Celebration that will be filled with BBQ food, drinks, and fireworks. Those are three essentials to almost every 4th of July party and you can bet people are already starting to make plans with friends and family in regards to who is hosting and bringing what. […]
H ave you ever traveled internationally and then upon returning to the United States, you have been asked by border control for your cell phone? Whether this has happened to you or not (and you will probably say it has not happened to you), you probably wonder if you are required to give your phone […]
M ore likely than not, high school seniors and 4th years in college are not going to be spending this next month or so making their papers an A+ and studying for finals and exams. Mentally, they are pretty much done with school. All that is on their mind now is graduation, summer, and that […]
“Driving is a privilege” is a phrase parents use often towards their teenage children when they begin to learn how to drive. For the minors, obtaining a driver’s license represents freedom and fun. For the parents, it represents growth and responsibility that must be earned and proven. In California, there are certain rules and laws […]
Proper etiquette is essential for making a good impression on other people, and this is especially true in the courtroom, especially for the defendant. The defendant is already in the courtroom with a disadvantage; this is the person who is being accused of a crime and is fighting against the charges so the jury finds […]
Just like leaving your young child alone in a hot car is illegal in California, so is leaving your unattended pet in a hot car. By doing this, the pet is subjected to health and safety risks that include the following: The sweltering heat outside and inside the vehicle. Inadequate ventilation. Inadequate access to food […]