Fireworks in SoCal: Why many illegal fireworks could be gone in California next July Fourth. New Laws in SoCal: Hidden fees, gun taxes, date-rape testing kits: New California laws that take effect in July. SoCal 24 Ballot Measures: 2024 California ballot measures: What you need to know. The Ongoing SoCal Homeless Crisis: · Why LA is pulling the plug on a 911 pilot that sent mental health workers on some calls · Nearly a quarter of unhoused adults in LA County report having serious mental illness Fontana unveils new homeless housing solution.

SoCal SBS Spotlight: Estrella Jones / Owner of The Beauty Priestess. What they do: At The Beauty Priestess, they provide relaxing customized facials for all skin types. Major Biz Moves in SoCal: Six Flags & Cedar Fair Complete Merger In $8 Billion Deal, Creating Amusement Park Giant That Includes Knott’s & Magic Mountain. Things to do in SoCal: · Fun free things to do in July in Southern California · Anime Expo brings thousands of fans, cosplayers to the LA Convention Center. SoCal Dog Rules: ‘No dog pee’ signs are everywhere. Can they be enforced?

Hollywood & SoCal: · Hollywood crew members reach tentative deal with major studios ·        Hollywood’s exodus…Why film and TV workers are leaving Los Angeles · Hollywood wants to tell better stories about the climate crisis. Homelessness in SoCal · Supreme Court ruling may push more homeless into L.A., Mayor Karen Bass says · L.A. Sheriff’s outreach program offering support for homeless population. Also in SoCal · LA County board backs proposed LGBTQ commission for California · State board affirms Waymo's expansion into LA · LA County approves medical debt relief for thousands of residents · California’s new high school requirement: Balance a checkbook, manage credit, avoid scams. Avoid the Water in SoCal · How to get into California state parks for free this year · California’s next heat wave is coming — and it could be the worst of 2024 · Avoid the sea · Drinking water of a million Californians fails to meet state requirements.

Keeping Cool in SoCal! Long Beach opens free water playgrounds for the summer season. Some SoCal beaches take extra steps to be handicapped accessible. Public advised to stay out of these Los Angeles County beaches. Read A Book. Escape The Heat. LA Launching Cooling Center Pilot Program At Libraries. Education in SoCal. AUSD Will Ban Cellphones From School Day Beginning In 2025. LA Voters Will Decide On Creating An Independent Redistricting Commission for LAUSD. Apple Valley High School seniors graduate with medical training, licenses. GUEST INTERVIEW: Dana Mason (Holistic Practitioner, Sound Healer & Wellness Coach) & Dr. James P. Norris /AKA ‘Dr. J.’ (Licensed Professional Mental Health Counselor). Introducing the “Rhythms of Healing”/“The Community C.A.R.E. Program”

SoCal SBS Spotlight: DJ Pat Dee – Owner/DJ What they do: Kids Party DJ will bring a Pro DJ, sound system, kid friendly music, bubble machine and amazing colorful lights to your event. SoCal Business: This Southern California city offering brick-and-mortar retail space for $1 a month. Half-cent sales tax to tackle homelessness in LA County qualifies for ballot. Roscoe’s House of Chicken and Waffles closing Pasadena location. Things to do in SoCal: Summer is officially here - things to do this weekend in Los Angeles County. Pasadena Chalk Festival…World’s largest street-painting fest returns.

Living in SoCal: · More people moving out of California than any other state · California dominates the Redfin real estate list · These California cities are among ‘hottest housing markets’ in US, according to Realtor.com · Rent prices have fallen in L.A., climbed in other Southern California cities. Also in SoCal: · Fifth quake to hit SoCal in 5 days: Small temblor strikes Newport Beach. Earthquakes in SoCal: · Faster alerts for California megaquakes: Early-warning system gets major upgrade · Watch out for AI in SoCal: · California’s Attorney General says AI and ‘deepfake’ scams are widespread. Here’s how to avoid them.