West Covina Press_5/6/2024

Youth workforce program in Baldwin Park kicks off with job fair

MONDAY, MAY 06- MAY 12, 2024

Police dismantle UCLA Palestine encampment, arrest over 100

By Staff

Policedismantleda protest encampment at UCLA early Thursday, and arrested more than 100 pro-Palestine demonstrators.

According to published reports, the California Highway Patrol led the encampmentclearing operation beginning around 2:45 a.m.

Police initially encountered resistance from protesters near the west side of Royce Hall, while officers were more successful on the building’s east side. There police moved through a trash-bin barricade, reached the perimeter of the encampment and proceeded to tear down metal barricades and plywood planks that encircled the camp.

Officers then began detaining protesters and used flash-bang devices as they penetrated into the encampment. People inside the encampment wrote on social media that officers fired less-than-lethal projectiles at them, City

officers. By 4:45 a.m. police had cleared the area and established positions on the encampment’s northern and eastern sides.

Some encampment occupants began to leave the area voluntarily at that point, walking west where

News Service reported.

By 4 a.m. officers had dismantled most of the east side of the encampment, but hundreds of protesters linked arms and faced an equally long line of

no police lines were established carrying tents and possessions. However, a significant number of protesters remained with the apparent intention of being arrested

to support their cause.

Just before 7 a.m., CHP

Officer Alec Pereyda told Fox11 that 132 people were

arrested.

Classes were canceled Wednesday at UCLA after violence erupted on campus when counter-protesters attacked the pro-Palestine encampment. The hourslong violence and the school’s response prompted calls for investigations.

By Wednesday after-

there was “sufficient confusion” around the violent event to warrant an independent external review of the school’s actions and response by police.

According to media reports, tensions escalated around 10:30 p.m. Tuesday when counter-protesters, some garbed in black and

Discovery Cube OC’s reimagined Dino Quest exhibit opens May 25

Biden signs proclamation expanding San Gabriel Mountains National Monument

By City News Service

The San Gabriel Mountains National Monument will be expanded in a proclamation signed by President Joe Biden Thursday. It is part of the White House administration’s American the Beautiful Initiative and will add nearly 106,000 acres to the San Gabriel Mountains National Monument.

President Barack Obama designated the San Gabriel Mountains National Monument in 2014. The proclamation by Biden will add 105,919 acres of U.S. Forest Service lands to the south and west of the current monument’s 346,177 acres; protect additional cultural, scientific, and historic objects; and expand access to outdoor recreation on our shared public lands for generations to come, according to a release from the White House.

Biden is also signing a proclamation to expand the Berryessa Snow Mountain National Monument on Thursday. It will protect a total of 120,000 acres in California.

“What a momentous day for Angelenos,” said U.S. Rep. Judy Chu, D-Monterey Park. “Thanks to the passionate advocacy for many decades of a vibrant, diverse coalition of Indigenous community leaders, community activists, and nature-lovers across Southern California, President Biden is expanding the boundaries of the existing San Gabriel Mountains National Monument and protecting more of a national treasure in our backyard.

The expanded areas in the San Gabriel Mountains were once home to indigenous tribes — the Gabrieleño, also known as Kizh, or Tongva — and the Chumash, Kitanemuk, Serrano and Tataviam peoples. The designated areas of expansion are part of Tribal Nations and other indigenous peoples in the region, and are used for ceremonial purposes, as well as for collecting traditional plants important for basketry, food and medicine.

The land in the San Gabriel Mountains is also home to the endangered California condors. It provides key habitats that support wetland dependent plant species, fish and amphibians, and animal migrant corridors.

“We are thrilled that the San Gabriel Mountains National Monument is expanding,” said Rudy Ortega Jr., president of the Fernandeño Tataviam Band of Mission Indians. “We thank the Biden administration for making this longstanding vision a reality. Expanding the Monument helps protect lands of cultural importance to my people who are part of this nation’s history and who have cared for these lands since time immemorial. It also further protects areas that are critical for our environment and the wildlife and plants that depend on this landscape.”

Chief Anthony Morales of the Garbrieleno San Gabriel Band of Mission Indians said it is worth celebrating the expansion.

“The San Gabriel Mountains are historically significant to our tribe, our people, and our culture,” he said. “Protecting more of this important region helps protect our traditional plants and cultural resources. We join Senator (Alex) Padilla and Representative Chu in thanking President Biden for using the Antiquities Act to expand

noon, UC President Michael V. Drake, in a letter to the University of California Board of Regents, said that

LAPD for a line on the UCLA campus ahead of a CHP-led effort to dismantle the weeklong Palestine Solidarity Encampment. | Photo courtesy of Unknown author/Wikimedia Commons (CC BY 4.0)

Students and supporters gather Wednesday after learning that police were en route to dismantle the protest encampment. | Photo courtesy of Unknown author/Wikimedia Commons (CC BY 4.0)

California Highway Patrol officers fence off the area of the protest encampment. | Photo courtesy of Darlene L, Matt Baretto/ Wikimedia Commons (CC BY 4.0)

Youth workforce program in Baldwin Park kicks off with job fair

By Staff

The City of Baldwin Park is once again partnering with New Ways to Work, Goodwill Southern California, LA County America’s Job Center of California, Baldwin Park Unified School District and Baldwin Park Business Association to launch the third year of the NextGen Youth Workforce Program — a job preparation initiative that serves Baldwin Park high school students and residents between the ages of 14-24, including those seeking first-time employment.

The program will kick-off with a job fair on Tuesday from 9:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Courtyard by Marriott Baldwin Park, where young workers will get to connect with potential employers. Baldwin Park residents are strongly encouraged to attend.

A press conference

celebrating the program’s return and its accomplishments will usher in the start of the event. The Baldwin Park City Council will be present, as well as Baldwin Park Unified School District board members and other partner organization representatives.

“NextGen 2024 will feature a new and exciting addition to its programming: the Big Brother Big Sister of Greater Los Angeles Mentoring Program, which will be incorporated into the training and orientation component for all NextGen participants,” said Baldwin Park Mayor Emmanuel J. Estrada in a statement.

“NextGen’s transformational impact on all participants will now be even more effective with the inclusion of this new Mentoring Program, which I am very excited about.”

The NextGen Youth

Workforce Program was established in 2022 to offer local youth, including at-risk youth, employment options while on summer break. Participants will have the opportunity to earn money while they build employment and life skills and connections with employers in the local community. The program is also designed to help local businesses find employees from within Baldwin Park.

“The NextGen Youth Workforce Program has developed into a one-ofa-kind opportunity for our students,” said Baldwin Park Unified School District Board President Diana E. Miranda-Dzib. “We don’t want our students to settle for just any job. By working with our partners, we can provide a platform for these young people to connect with employers within our community. This way, we can

For more information about the job fair, contact KRoman@BaldwinPark. com. For information regarding the NextGen Youth Workforce Program

Monrovia city manager updates on phone, utility billing malfunctions

By Joe Taglieri joet@beaconmedianews.com

The city of Monrovia is upgrading its phone lines and also continues to deal with a downed utility billing system, City Manager Dylan Feik said Tuesday.

“We’re still working thru some issues,” Feik told Monrovia Weekly, but the city was scheduled Wednesday “for a significant switchover” of copper to fiber optics for municipal phone lines. “We’re still waiting to perform the work for Police but if all goes well, we’ll be back up and running very soon, without dropping calls.”

In a recent statement, Feik said Monrovia’s network provider Frontier Communications will update the “antiquated phone system” that recently has caused all city facilities to experience “higher than normal instances of ‘dead air.’” External calls to city phone lines result in no sound being transmitted despite the call being connected.

“We have reported instances of this happening at City Hall, the Police Station, Public Works and even Community Center,” Feik said. “We anticipate the phone repairs to be completed within the next

few weeks.”

Utility billing down

Monrovia’s utility billing software has been inoperative since March 17, and the city has been unable to generate bills or receive online payments.

“During a planned equipment upgrade, the city lost its financial system data which includes utility billing but also payroll, accounts payable and financial reporting,” Feik said in a statement.

City staff and contracted technologists have had to rebuild and restore the lost financial data systems. The first task was to recreate the payroll system to ensure employees would be paid on time, and now the priority is to restore the utility billing system.

“We’re still working thru utility billing issues and don’t have much updates at this time,” Feik told Monrovia Weekly. Because “some people just really want to pay and avoid getting behind,” the city is accepting payments but isn’t requiring it.

In Feik’s announcement last week, he said the city is

- not generating new utility bills at this time;

- not sending bills to any water customer;

- not applying late fees or penalties;

- not shutting off water; and

- not accepting online bill payments as the online bill pay system is unavailable.

Affirmative tasks city staffers are currently doing include reading water meters to collect accurate consumption data that will be used to prepare future utility bills and accepting payments for those desiring to pay at this time.

Payment options include:

- in-person at Monrovia City Hall, Monday to Thursday 7 a.m. to 6 p.m., Friday 7 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.;

- calling 800-272-9829 — select option 3 and use Jurisdiction Code 1573; and

- dropping noncash payments in the drop box at the entrance to City Hall.

Utility customers can also prepay bills.

“At this time, we cannot determine how much you owe,” Feik said in a statement. “However, your last bill could be a good estimate of that amount. If you wish, you can make a prepayment using that estimate, and we will apply it to your bill once the system is back up.”

Customers won’t get a big catch-up bill once the system starts operating again, separate monthly bills will be generated, according to Feik. The city manager added that the billing system was not hacked, and no customer information has been compromised.

Questions or concerns about the phone or utility billing issues should go to

Photo by Creative Christians on Unsplash

A sample utility bill. | Photo courtesy of the city of Monrovia

Editorial editorial@beaconmedianews.com editor@hlrmedia.com

Graphics/Production production@beaconmedianews.com production@hlrmedia.com

Advertising advertising@beaconmedianews.com advertising@hlrmedia.com

Legal Advertising legals@beaconmedianews.com legals@hlrmedia.com

Business accounting@beaconmedianews.com accounting@hlrmedia.com

BEACON MEDIA ADDRESS: 820 S. Myrtle Ave. Monrovia, CA 91016

PHONE: (626) 301-1010 WEBSITE www.beaconmedianews.com

HLR MEDIA ADDRESS: 820 S. Myrtle Ave. Monrovia, CA 91016 PHONE: (626) 301-1010 www.HLRmedia.com

PRESS RELEASE SUBMISSIONS editor@beaconmedianews.com editor@hlrmedia.com

E. coli outbreak prompts walnut recall in multiple states

By Joe Taglieri joet@beaconmedianews.com

An E. coli outbreak may be linked to walnuts sold in California and 18 other states, the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention warned Wednesday.

Gibson Farms organic walnut halves and pieces were sold in bulk bins at stores in cities that include Brentwood, Compton, Culver City, Riverside and Rancho Mirage and in San Diego County, according to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. Some stores may repackage bulk walnut halves and pieces into plastic clamshells or bags.

The walnuts’ expiration dates are between May 21, 2025, and June 7, 2025, according to the CDC.

So far 12 illnesses and seven hospitalizations were possibly linked to Hollisterbased Gibson Farms Inc.’s walnuts, the CDC reported. Nearly all the people who became ill purchased the walnuts from bulk bins in food co-ops or natural food stores in California and Washington.

E. coli causes fever and diarrhea often with bloody stools, the FDA said.

“Although most healthy adults can recover completely within a week, some people can develop a form of kidney failure called Hemolytic Uremic Syndrome,” according to the FDA. “HUS is most likely to occur in young

children and the elderly. The condition can lead to serious kidney damage and even death.”

The ‘secret’ auto insurance you didn’t know existed

Auto insurance. It’s a topic we’re all familiar with, at least in terms of knowing it’s something we must have to operate a vehicle. Auto insurance protects you as well as others when driving. But in some cases, depending on your personal history, you may not qualify to be insured by a company.

Most people are unaware that there is an alternative solution, so Way.com looked into a lesser-known insurance option for higher-risk drivers. Every state offers a program called the “assigned risk pool” for drivers who cannot obtain insurance coverage through voluntary markets. Car insurance companies are required to take part in these assigned state pools and accept any drivers assigned to them. Drivers who are part of the assigned risk pool will get coverage no matter what’s on their driving history, even if they have multiple speeding tickets or DUI convictions.

The reason you’ve never heard of it? It’s a government program and is not heavily marketed like public carriers. Note that coverage options vary among state pools and could be more limited. Insurance premiums and rates may be higher than on the voluntary market as well.

While the assigned

By Jeannie Assimos, Stacker

risk pool is an option for ‘high-risk’ drivers, it also gives the consumer time to rehabilitate their criteria over time so that, eventually, they can return to the voluntary market at an affordable rate.

Typically, it takes around a year to qualify for regular insurance options (most carriers consider a three-year history of violations and accidents.) While state-sponsored insurance is cheaper than a regular policy, there is a reason for this: The most affordable rates in the plan are for the state’s minimum coverage amounts.

The most common

reasons for needing this assigned insurance include drivers who have had multiple accidents, DUIs, or moving violations.

Unlike many government-assisted programs, getting this type of insurance can take as little as 48 hours. But every state is different.

The assigned risk pool in your state is not meant to be a ‘cure-all’ for your insurance needs. It could be used as an opportunity to rehabilitate your qualifications and eligibility. An end goal is to return to the public offerings in the open market at an affordable rate. The assigned

risk plan is your vehicle for more insurance stability. Visit your state’s Department of Insurance website to learn more about the assigned risk plan. You may be able to obtain a quote directly from the state or find a list of local agents who can assess if it’s the best option for you and offer the plan in your area.

Written

by

Jeannie Assimos.

This story was produced by Way.com and reviewed and distributed by Stacker Media. The article was copy edited from its original version. Republished pursuant to a CC BY-NC 4.0 license.

These walnut pieces resemble the recalled Gibson Farms product. | Photo courtesy of the U.S. Food and Drug Administration

| Photo courtesy of Brian A Jackson/Shutterstock/Stacker

Report: CA election worker turnover has soared in recent years

By Suzanne Potter, Producer, Public News Service

Anew report showed turnover among California chief election officials reached 57% in 2022, a record high. It then declined this year to 40%.

Researchers at the University of California-Los Angeles partnered with the Bipartisan Policy Center to analyze the data from 18,000 jurisdictions nationwide.

Rachel Orey, senior associate director of the Elections Project for the Bipartisan Policy Center, said the jobs of election workers have become significantly harder in recent years.

“Today, election officials must manage everything from cybersecurity risks posed by foreign adversaries to people who are doubting the outcome of elections, to information technology, legal disputes, political pressures,” Orey outlined.

The turnover rate is defined as the percentage of jurisdictions in a state where the chief local election official changed within the prior four years. It has been an issue in California for decades. The turnover rate stood at 41% back in 2004. But things got much worse after 2020, when election officials became targets of threats and harassment, often spurred by former President Donald Trump’s evidence-free claims about a rigged election.

Orey noted she expects this year’s presidential election to go smoothly, because dozens of states, including California, have done a lot to “beef up” the elections workforce.

“Sixty-five percent of local election officials have experience running a presidential election,” Orey pointed out. “Where there are new officials, we find that they have an average of eight years of experience in

an election office. So all in all, we see that election officials are well-prepared to administer the 2024 presidential election.”

The report recommended better funding for elections offices, higher salaries and more training in order to attract and retain a highly skilled election workforce. Support for this reporting was provided by The Carnegie Corporation of New York.

Universal Studios tabs 2026 for ‘Fast & Furious’ roller coaster opening

By City News Service

Universal Studios Hollywood announced Friday a 2026 opening for its first-ever high-speed outdoor roller coaster, while also confirming it will be titled “Fast & Furious: Hollywood Drift.”

Based on the hit film series, the coaster will feature cars that can spin 360 degrees “as they rocket along an elaborate track meticulously constructed with sound reduction technology for a breathtaking, superior experience,” according to the theme park.

“As Universal Studios Hollywood continues to evolve, the arrival of `Fast & Furious: Hollywood Drift’ will be a powerful game changer that will infuse a new level of thrill into our already dynamic theme park, and we look forward to welcoming guests when it races onto the scene in 2026,” theme park general manager Scott Strobl said in a statement.

Park officials last year confirmed plans for an outdoor coaster based on the “Fast & Furious” films, but few details were released. Some online coaster-enthusiast groups at the time speculated on the name “Hollywood Drift,” and the use of spinning cars designed to simulate the feeling of a drifting racecar.

Those rumors were confirmed Friday, with park officials saying the ride “will create a seamless sensation of drifting cars as guests spin in motion at furiously fast speeds.”

The ride’s cars will be modeled after actual vehicles seen in the films, with the aerial track winding over parts of the theme park. Riders will board the attraction on the park’s upper level, passing through a large, red- brick garage-type structure, according to the park.

Southern California News Group, citing county permit applications, reported last year that the coaster will start on the upper lot, then descend to the lower lot and make its way back up the hill near the park’s “Starway” escalator.

Universal Studios’ famed backlot tram tour already features a “Fast & Furious -Supercharged” attraction that features actors of the film franchise, including star Vin Diesel.

Workers processing ballots from the March 5 primary elections. | Photo courtesy of L.A. County Registrar-Recorder/Facebook

Poll: 35% of college students favor Trump, 33% Biden, ahead of election

By Jessica Bryant, Stacker

College students are ready to make their voices heard in the upcoming 2024 presidential election.

In a new BestColleges survey of 1,000 currently enrolled undergraduate and graduate students, 35% of those who will be eligible to vote in November say they plan to vote for Donald Trump for president. Slightly fewer students (33%) say they plan to vote for Joe Biden, while 23% are unsure.

Choosing beyond Biden and Trump

Regardless of who they plan to vote for, 43% of eligible students still say they would consider voting for a third-party candidate this election cycle.

Among different demographic groups, men (47%) and heterosexual students (43%) are notably more likely than women (27%) and LGBTQ+ students (12%) to plan to vote for Trump this November.

Conversely, BIPOC (41%) and LGBTQ+ students (50%) are more likely than white students (30%) and heterosexual or straight students (29%) to plan to vote for Biden.

Trump voters more likely to be men — and heterosexual

Among different demographic groups, men (47%) and heterosexual students (43%) are notably more likely than women (27%) and LGBTQ+ students (12%) to plan to vote for Trump this November.

Conversely, BIPOC (41%) and LGBTQ+ students (50%) are more likely than white students (30%) and heterosexual or straight students (29%) to plan to vote for Biden.

Students who plan to vote for Biden are more likely than students who plan to vote for Trump to say

they would consider voting for a third-party candidate (42% vs. 32%).

Economy, reproductive rights, student debt rank as top issues for students

Of the many issues in the spotlight this election year, college students are most likely to say the economy, employment, and inflation (46%); abortion and reproductive rights (35%); and college affordability and student loan debt (29%) are the most important issues to them right now.

Surveyed students share concerns about economy and social policy

When it comes to the economy, most students currently rate it as bad or very bad (65%). Additionally, 42% blame President Biden for the state of the economy.

This isn’t the first time students have expressed concerns about inflation and the economy under Biden’s presidency.

In a 2023 BestColleges survey, 60% of students reported that inflation over the last three years had impacted their mental wellbeing. Even more students (66%) said that inflation had impacted their financial well-being over time.

Under Biden’s presidency, students also saw the overturning of Roe v. Wade and the demise of his plan to forgive up to $20,000 in federal student loan debt per borrower.

When asked who they blame most for the debt forgiveness plan failing, students are equally likely to blame President Biden (34%) and the U.S. Supreme Court (34%). Fewer students blame Republicans (26%) or Democrats (26%), while 18% of students are unsure who to blame.

President Biden has

forgiven more student loan debt than any other president and continues to roll out debt relief measures that will aid millions of borrowers if passed. Debt relief remains a priority and concern for many students, with 66% saying it is important or very important to them when it comes to the 2024 U.S. presidential election.

Televiseddebates impact students’ views and votes — more than other factors

Of the many factors that might influence one’s political views or voting behaviors, students are most likely to say televised debates are impactful or very impactful on them (42%).

Students additionally say news organizations (31%), their peers (31%), and social media posts from political candidates or political organizations (29%) are impactful or very impactful on their views and voting behaviors.

No shortage of influencers for surveyed students

Roughly 2 in 10 students

say voting guides (23%), social media posts from friends or family (23%), and specific statements made by their college instructors or administrators (22%) are impactful or very impactful.

Fewer students cite social media posts from celebrities or influencers (18%) and, perhaps surprisingly, Taylor Swift’s social media/Instagram (11%) as impactful or very impactful on their views and behaviors.

Students feel unrepresented, lack trust in U.S. political system

Few students report feeling represented in national elections (29%). Instead, more than 1 in 3 students (37%) say they do not.

An even larger percentage of students say they do not trust the U.S. political system (50%).

Half of surveyed students don’t trust the system

Men (35%) and millennials (42%) are more likely than women (24%) and Generation Z (26%) to say they feel represented in

national elections.

Millennials are additionally more likely than Gen Z students to say they trust the U.S. political system (34% vs. 21%).

Students also report a lack of trust in the democratic process. Only about 2 in 5 students (39%) believe that the 2024 presidential election will be a free and fair election. That said, this finding marks some increase from the 2020 voting season, when 31% of students believed the election would be free and fair.

Biden supporters have faith in free and fair elections

Students who plan to vote for Biden are much more likely to have faith in a free and fair election than those who plan to vote for Trump (57% vs. 36%).

In general, students don’t see their interests represented by either the Democratic or Republican parties.

Only 1 in 3 students (33%) agree that the Democratic party adequately represents the interests of college students. Just 22% say the Republican party does.

Instead, 46% of students say the Republican party does not adequately represent students’ interests, and just over one-quarter of students (27%) say the Democratic party does not.

Nearly equal percentages of students consider themselves either more liberal (34%) or more conservative (30%) than the rest of the population. However, the majority of students agree that, generally, college encourages more liberal/ progressive attitudes (54%).

Students still believe voting matters

Regardless of how they identify politically, most students believe that

election outcomes have a direct impact on their dayto-day lives (52%) and that voting matters (74%).

Students who plan to vote for Biden are much more likely than those who plan to vote for Trump to say election outcomes have a direct impact on their day-to-day lives (66% vs. 53%).

Around 9 in 10 college students (91%) say they are registered to vote or plan to register before the election. Among these students, 88% plan to vote in the presidential election this November.

Methodology

This survey was conducted from March 20-28 and was fielded by Pure Spectrum. Surveyparticipants included 1,000 respondents nationwide who were currently enrolled in an on-campus (52%), online (16%), or hybrid (32%) undergraduate or graduate degree program. Respondents were 18-62 years of age, with the majority (77%) ages 18-24, and currently pursuing an associate, bachelor’s, master’s, doctoral or professional degree. The respondents for the survey were screened by various quality checks, including systems like Relevant ID, and responses were manually reviewed to ensure consistency and accuracy.

A note on gender: BestColleges also surveyed nonbinary/gender-nonconforming students but did not surface enough participants in this group to reliably report on their responses.

Written by Jessica Bryant. This story was produced by BestColleges and reviewed and distributed by Stacker Media. The article was copy edited and retitled from its original version. Republished pursuant to a CC BY-NC 4.0 license.

| Photo courtesy of QubixStudio/Shutterstock/Stacker

Former Dodgers pitcher Julio Urías pleaded no contest Wednesday to a misdemeanor domestic battery charge stemming from his arrest last September outside BMO Stadium in Exposition Park.

Urías, 27, was placed on 36 months of summary probation and ordered to complete 30 days of community labor, complete a 52-week domestic violence counseling course, pay a domestic violence fund fee, not possess any weapons, not use any force or violence, pay restitution to the victim and abide by a protective order, Ivor Pine of the Los Angeles City Attorney’s Office told City News Service.

A second count of domestic battery, and one count each of injuring a spouse/cohabitant/fiancee/ date/child’s parent, assault and false imprisonment, were dismissed as a result of the no contest plea, according to court records.

The charges were filed April 8, just under three months after the Los Angeles County District

Ex-Dodgers pitcher Julio Urías pleads no contest to domestic battery charge

By City News Service

Attorney’s Office declined to file a felony case against Urías and instead referred the matter to the Los Angeles City Attorney’s Office for consideration of whether a misdemeanor case was warranted.

Urías, who became a free agent at the end of the 2023 season and remains unsigned, was arrested Sept.

by Exposition Park police following a much-publicized soccer match between the Los Angeles Football Club and Inter Miami — featuring star Lionel Messi — at BMO Stadium. He was released the next morning on $50,000 bond.

According to a District Attorney’s Office charge evaluation worksheet in

the alleged victim in the case was Urías’ wife, who was not identified.

“They engaged in an argument whereby the defendant pushed the victim against a fence and pulled her by the hair or shoulders,” according to the document. “Neither the victim’s injuries nor the defendant’s criminal history

Jjustify a felony filing. The case is accordingly referred to the city attorney for misdemeanor filing consideration.”

Urías was placed on administrative leave by Major League Baseball days after his arrest, and the Dodgers issued a statement saying the team was cooperating fully with the investigation.

“The Dodgers take all allegations of the kind in this case very seriously, and we do not condone or excuse any acts of domestic violence,” the team said.

Urías was 11-8 during the 2023 season with a 4.60 earned-run average. He began his Major League Baseball career with the Dodgers in 2016, and has a lifetime record of 60-25 with a 3.11 ERA.

He was suspended for 20 games in 2019 by MLB Commissioner Rob Manfred for an incident in the parking lot of the Beverly Center on May 13 of that year.

TMZ reported that a witness called police saying that Urías was arguing with a woman and shoved her to the ground. Officers responded to the scene and spoke with the woman, who denied anything physical took place, insisting it was nothing more than a heated argument.

Urías was arrested on suspicion of misdemeanor domestic battery in that incident, but no charges were filed.

Biden: Campus protests must be peaceful, not ‘create chaos’

By City News Service

ust hours after police cleared a massive proPalestinian encampment at UCLA, President Joe Biden addressed the topic of such campus protests, saying he supports peaceful activism, “but not the right to create chaos.”

Biden did not directly address the protests at UCLA or USC, but spoke in general terms about encampments that cropped up in recent weeks at many universities nationwide.

“There should be no place on any campus, no place in America for antisemitism, threats of violence against Jewish students,” Biden said. “There is no place for hate speech, or violence of any kind, antisemitism, Islamophobia, discrimination against Arab-Americans or

“Violent protest is not protected. Peaceful protest is,” Biden told reporters at the White House. “It’s against the law when violence occurs. Destroying property is not peaceful protest. It’s against the law. Vandalism. Trespassing. Breaking windows, Shutting down campuses. Forcing the cancellation of classes and graduations. None of this is a peaceful protest.”

Palestinian-Americans. It’s simply wrong. There’s no place for racism in America. It’s all wrong. It’s un-American.”

He added, “There’s a right to protest, but not the right to create chaos.”

While leaving the briefing at the White House, reporters asked him if the demonstrations will persuade him to change his policy in the Middle East. He said, “No.”

He was also asked if he would send in the National Guard to address the protests on college campuses. He responded, “No.”

President Joe Biden delivering remarks on Thursday. | Screenshot courtesy of White House video/X

3

January,

Julio Urías throws a pitch. | Photo by Jeremy Davis/Th3 Truth Photography (CC BY 2.0)

Report: Despite strides, state’s Latinas face persistent economic disparity

By City News Service

Despitestrides, economic disparities persist among Latinas statewide, according to a new report issued Thursday that found Hispanic women earn only 42 cents for every dollar paid to white men compared to 71 cents for white women.

The report by Los Angeles-based Hispanas Organized for Political Equality illustrates Latina progress and underscores the barriers hindering their path to a better quality of life and financial security. By examining national, state, and regional indicators, HOPE’s survey aims to offer insights into the economic, leadership, health, and educational landscape of Latinas in California, juxtaposed against their white counterparts.

California has the largest Latino population in the nation, with Latinas comprising 20% of the state’s total population and 40% of all women, according to the fourth installment of HOPE’s Economic Status of Latinas in California report.

While the Latino homeownership rate statewide increased by three percentage points between 2021 and 2022, only 41% of such households have retirement accounts compared to 68% of white households. But the report found education rates

were on an upswing. In 2022, over 18% of Latinas aged 25 and older throughout the state had obtained at least a bachelor’s degree, a significant increase from 14.9% in 2018.

In terms of business and financial literacy, the report determined that entrepreneurial spirit thrives among Latinas, with a 23% increase in Latina-owned employer businesses between 2018 and 2021, generating nearly 147,000 jobs with an annual payroll of $5.92 billion.

However, interviews suggest a crucial need for improved financial literacy to navigate the state’s high cost of living and ensure sustainable growth.

While education rates among Latinas are rising, challenges remain. Graduation rates and access to advanced placement courses still trail behind those of white students. In 2022, over 18% of Latinas aged 25 and older statewide had obtained at least a bachelor’s degree, showing a positive trend compared to 2018, but significantly lower than the nearly 48% rate for white women.

Health disparities were exacerbated by the COVID-19 pandemic, according to HOPE. Life expectancy at birth declined by 4.1 years

for Latinas and 3.1 years for Black women between 2019 and 2021, compared to 1.8 years for white, non-Hispanic women. Latinas and Black women faced disproportionate impacts, with higher mortality rates and disparities in maternal care.

The report also found that uninsured rate for Latinas in California was at a historic low of 8.8% in 2022, compared to the total rate of 6.5%, but both are expected to rise as pandemic-era policies expire.

Despite a doubling in Latina representation on California corporate boards between 2020 and 2021, Latinas held only 3.3% of board seats last year, HOPE said. In government board and commission appointments made by Gov. Gavin Newsom, Latinas made up 9% of all appointments in 2023.

Although there’s been a significant increase in Latina representation in statewide office since 2015 with Latinas representing 25% of the state legislature, the presence of Latinas in national office remains low, with only four Latina congressional members out of 52 U.S. House of Representatives seats filled by Californians.

“This report underscores the urgency of addressing

the persistent economic disparities faced by Latinas in California,” HOPE CEO Helen Torres said. “By acknowledging these challenges and working together to implement equitable solutions, we can create a more inclusive society where every Latina has the opportunity to thrive.”

The report will be the central topic of discussion at an informational hearing for the State Assembly’s Select Committee on Latina Inequities, chaired by Assemblywoman Wendy Carrillo, at the State Capitol on May 8.

“I am deeply grateful to HOPE for its tireless dedication to shining light on the challenges that Latinas face in California,” Carrillo said in a statement. “Latinas are the economic engine of our state and the largest majority, yet we face some of the deepest inequities when it comes to economic, educational and health outcomes and we are severely underrepresented in various sectors from c-suite (senior executives), public office, and executive leadership roles.”

To prepare the report, HOPE analyzed data from

various government sources, including the U.S. Census Bureau and Bureau of Labor Statistics, to compare demographic and economic metrics of Latinas with other groups nationally, statewide, and regionally. Additional data from reports and interviews with Latina women from diverse regions, work sectors, and age groups were conducted to contextualize the data and gain insights into supporting their economic advancement and career trajectories, according to the Latina advocacy organization.

California population increases for first time since 2020

By Joe Taglieri joet@beaconmedianews.com

The state’s population rose by 67,000 people to over 39.1 million, making 2024 the first annual increase since 2020, according to California Department of Finance data released Tuesday.

The governor’s office attributed the population growth to an more legal foreign immigration and natural population increasing.

“People from across the nation and the globe are coming to the Golden State to pursue the California Dream and experience the success of the world’s 5th largest economy,” Gov. Gavin Newsom said in a statement.

“From the Inland Empire to the Bay Area, regions throughout California are growing — strengthening local communities and boosting our state’s future.”

The federal government’s reduction of immigra-

tion processing backlogs, rebounding legal immigration levels that don’t asylum seekers at the border and mortality rates returning to long-term trends have created a stable foundation that has allowed for population growth to resume, officials said.

“Net domestic migration has receded to its lower rates of the 2010s, and DOF estimates California is likely to experience continued positive population growth,” according to the governor’s office.

The population increased in 31 counties — mostly in the Bay Area, Central Valley and Inland Empire, the new figures show. The populations of Los Angeles and Orange counties expanded by 0.05% and 0.31%, respectively.

LA County has just over 10 million residents, Orange County has nearly 3.2

million, Riverside County totals over 2.4 million, San Bernardino County has nearly 2.2 million, and San Diego County has nearly 3.3 million inhabitants, the data shows.

Nine of the 10 counties with populations more than 1 million saw increases in population comprising 72% of California’s total population, officials said. Riverside County led with an increase of 13,800 people.

Five counties had growth higher than 1% percent — Sutter, 1.9%; Imperial, 1.8%; Glenn, 1.4%; Yuba, 1.1%; and San Benito, 1.1% that officials attributed to housing gains. The next largest growth rates for California counties were in San Joaquin, 0.96%; Madera, 0.9%; Tulare, 0.9%; Monterey, 0.8%; and Merced, 0.7%.

The top five cities where housing production drove

population growth include: Paradise, 16.1%, in Butte County; Lathrop, 5.4%, in San

County; Emeryville 5.0%, in Alameda County; Orland, 4.9%, in Glenn County; and Shafter, 4.3%, in Kern County.

The report data is

comprised of preliminary year-over-year January 2024 and revised January 2021 through January 2023 population figures for California cities, counties and the state, according to the governor’s office. Estimates were based on information through Jan. 1, 2024. Officials also touted California’s No.-1-in-the-nation status for new business starts, access to venture capital funding, tourism spending, manufacturing, high-tech industries and agriculture.

Joaquin

Santa Monica State Beach. | Photo by jjunei/Envato Elements

| Photo by YuriArcursPeopleimages/Envato Elements

EPA proposes ban on pesticide widely used on fruits and vegetables

By Sharon Lerner, ProPublica

TheEnvironmental ProtectionAgency

unveiled a proposal this week to ban a controversial pesticide that is widely used on celery, tomatoes and other fruits and vegetables.

The EPA released its plan on Tuesday, nearly a week after a ProPublica investigation revealed the agency had laid out a justification for increasing the amount of acephate allowed on food by removing limits meant to protect children’s developing brains.

In calling for an end to all uses of the pesticide on food, the agency cited evidence that acephate harms workers who apply the chemical as well as the general public and young children, who may be exposed to the pesticide through contaminated drinking water.

Acephate, which was banned by the European Union more than 20 years ago, belongs to a class of chemicals called organophosphates. U.S. farmers have used these pesticides for decades because they efficiently kill aphids, fire

ants and other pests. But what makes organophosphate pesticides good bug killers — their ability to interfere with signals sent between nerve cells — also makes them dangerous to people. Studies have linked acephate to reductions in IQ and verbal comprehension and autism with intellectual disability.

Environmental advocates, who have been pushing the agency to restrict and ban acephate for years, said they were not expecting the agency to make such a bold move.

“I’m surprised and very pleased,” said Patti Goldman, a senior attorney at Earthjustice, who has been part of a farmworker led group that expressed concerns to EPA officials over the past years about the ongoing use of acephate and other organophosphates.

As much as 12 million pounds of acephate were used on soybeans, Brussels sprouts and other crops in 2019, according to the most recent estimates from the U.S. Geological Survey. The

federal agency estimates that up to 30% of celery, 35% of lettuce and 20% of cauliflower and peppers were grown with acephate.

A draft risk assessment issued in August by the EPA’s Office of Pesticide Programs found “little to no evidence” that acephate and a chemical created when it breaks down in the body harm the developing brain. The document said there was no justification to

keep restrictions on the bug killer that are designed to protect children from developmental harm. Removing that layer of protection would allow 10 times more acephate on food than is acceptable under the current limits.

The draft risk assessment’s conclusion relied in large part on the results of a new battery of tests that are performed on disembodied cells rather than whole lab

animals.

The tests have been in development for years, but the EPA’s review of acephate’s effects on the developing brain marked one of the first times the agency had recommended changing a legal safety threshold largely based on their results.

Multiple science groups, including panels the EPA created to help guide its work, had discouraged using the nonanimal tests to conclude a chemical is safe.

A member of the Children’s Health Protection Advisory Committee, one of the panels providing guidance to EPA, described the earlier acephate proposal as “exactly what we recommended against.”

But even as it proposed a new outcome this week, the EPA did not change its stance on the use of the cellbased tests.

“Even in this good news proposal, the EPA continues to misuse the cell-based assays,” said Jennifer Sass, a senior scientist at the environmental advocacy organization Natural Resources Defense Council.

Sass said she believes that both pressure from advocates and questions

Lakers fire coach Darvin Ham

Days after the team was eliminated in the first round of the NBA Playoffs by the Denver Nuggets, the Los Angeles Lakers Friday fired coach Darvin Ham.

“We greatly appreciate Darvin’s efforts on behalf of the Lakers and recognize the many accomplishments achieved over the past two seasons, including last year’s remarkable run to the Western Conference Finals,” Lakers Vice President of

Basketball Operations and General Manager Rob Pelinka said in a statement.

“We all want to thank Darvin for his dedication and positivity.

“While this was a difficult decision to make, it is the best course of action following a full review of the season. This organization will remain unwavering in its commitment to deliver championship-caliber basketball to Lakers fans around the world.”

from journalists helped the EPA decide to change course on acephate. ProPublica began submitting a series of detailed inquiries to the agency about the pesticide starting in January.

An EPA spokesperson said late Tuesday that the agency had been working for months on its proposal to ban acephate from food and that neither advocates nor journalists played a role in the decision.

The EPA proposal would ban acephate on all plants with the exception of trees that do not produce fruit or nuts.

While lauding the proposed ban, Nathan Donley, a scientist at the Center for Biological Diversity, expressed concern about the possibility that, after pesticide companies and agricultural groups respond to the proposal, the agency might not finalize its proposed ban. (The agency is accepting public comments through its portal until July 1.)

“The pushback on this is going to be really intense,” Donley said. “I hope they stick to their guns.” Republished with Creative Commons License (CC BY-NC-ND 3.0).

By City News Service

Ham led to the Lakers for two seasons, compiling a 90-74 record.

Ham played college ball at Texas Tech and played for eight seasons in the NBA, including stints with the Detroit Pistons, Atlanta Hawks, Bucks, Washington Wizards, Indiana Pacers and Denver Nuggets. He was been an NBA assistant coach for more than a decade, including a 2011-13 stint with the Lakers.

He was an assistant for

the Atlanta Hawks before joining the Bucks coaching staff as an assistant in 2018, remaining there until he was hired as Lakers coach to replace the ousted Frank Vogel.

The Lakers lost to the Nuggets 108-106 on Wednesday to end their playoff hopes, losing the series 4-1. It was the second straight year the Nuggets eliminated the Lakers. The Nuggets went on to win the NBA title last year.

Darvin Ham. | Photo courtesy of the White House/Wikimedia Commons (CC0)

| Photo by jetsandzeppelins CC BY 2.0 DEED

Monrovia City Notices

SUMMARY OF ORDINANCE NO. 2024-06

AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF MONROVIA, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING TITLE 2 (ADMINISTRATION AND PERSONNEL) AND TITLE 5 (BUSINESS TAXES, LICENSES AND REGULATIONS) OF THE MONROVIA MUNICIPAL CODE BY ADDING A NEW CHAPTER 5.84 TO ESTABLISH OPERATIONAL REQUIREMENTS FOR NONCONFORMING AUTOMOTIVE REPAIR BUSINESSES, AMENDING RELATED PROVISIONS OF THE MONROVIA MUNICIPAL CODE, AND MAKING A DETERMINATION OF EXEMPTION UNDER CEQA

This is a summary of the above entitled Ordinance of the City of Monrovia, which was read by title only and introduced by the Monrovia City Council at its regular meeting on April 16, 2024 by a vote of 4 in favor (Belden, Kelly, Shevlin, and Spicer) and 1 opposed (Jimenez). The final vote on the Ordinance will take place at the regular City Council meeting on May 7, 2024 at 7:30 p.m. or as soon thereafter as the matter may be heard, in the City Council Chambers, 415 South Ivy Avenue, Monrovia, California. This summary has been prepared and published in accordance with the requirements of Government Code Section 36933.

Ordinance No. 2024-06 amends Title 5 of the Monrovia Municipal Code by adding a new Chapter that establishes operational requirements for nonconforming automobile repair facilities. These operational requirements for nonconforming automobile repair facilities prohibit working outside of enclosed buildings and parking on public streets overnight or in front of a residential use, and regulate the storage of vehicles and outdoor storage of equipment. The Ordinance also provides a permit process to allow certain deviations from the operating requirements for nonconforming automobile repair facilities. An automotive repair operations permit allows some or all of the following activities if specified conditions are met: outdoor operations, outside storage, parking vehicles in certain approved locations, and the use of temporary shade structures and outdoor storage containers. The Ordinance does not apply to automobile repair businesses that have a conditional use permit for their operations.

The proposed Ordinance also amends Section 2.56.030 of the Monrovia Municipal Code to provide the Development Review Committee with the authority to hear and approve, conditionally approve, amend, or deny, operations permits for nonconforming automobile repair facilities.

A certified copy of the entirety of the text of Ordinance No. 2024-06 is available in the office of the City Clerk in City Hall, and is available for public inspection during regular business hours at that location.

/s/ Alice D. Atkins, MMC, City Clerk

Publish Monday May 6, 2024 MONROVIA WEEKLY

Rosemead City Notices

NOTICE OF ROSEMEAD CITY COUNCIL AND PLANNING COMMISSION SPECIAL JOINT WORKSHOP FOR GENERAL PLAN AND ZONING CODE UPDATE

The Rosemead City Council and Planning Commission will hold a workshop on Wednesday, May 22, 2024, at 6:00 PM, at Rosemead City Hall, located at 8838 East Valley Boulevard, Rosemead. Remote public comments will be received by calling (626) 569-2100 or via email at publiccomment@cityofrosemead.org by 5:00 p.m. on May 22, 2024. A live phone call option may also be requested by calling the number provided above. All comments are public record and will be recorded in the official record of the City. If you have a request for an accommodation under the ADA, please contact Ericka Hernandez, City Clerk, at (626) 569-2100.

GENERAL PLAN AND ZONING CODE UPDATE: On August 1, 2022, the City’s Housing Element Update was certified by the California Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD). Following certification, the City must update the General Plan and Zoning Code to ensure that the right regulations are in place to support enough residential growth to meet the City’s Regional Housing Needs Assessment (RHNA) allocation of 4,612 housing units. In March 2023, the City of Rosemead launched a General Plan and Zoning Code update to revise the City’s existing Zoning standards to support continued growth and demand for housing and mixeduse projects.

The goals of the General Plan and Zoning Code update are to: 1) Create the right conditions to allow enough housing and mixed-use development to support housing demands, which are projected to be 4,612 additional housing units by the end of 2029, 2) Provide clarity and consistency to make the code easier to understand with definitions, standards, approval processes, and related regulations to help all community members, applicants, and City officials navi-

gate the code and minimize inconsistencies and the need for interpretations, 3) Comply with new California state laws, and 4) Provide compliance with environmental certification, as every project in California must demonstrate that it addresses and protects existing environmental resources to the appropriate degree possible. Under the guidance of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), any changes to the Zoning Code or General Plan will be analyzed and mitigated accordingly.

The workshop was originally scheduled for a Special Joint Workshop with the City Council and Planning Commission on April 18, 2024, but was canceled. The rescheduled workshop will provide the community with an opportunity to provide feedback on the efforts of the General Plan and Zoning Code Update.

If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to contact Associate Planner Annie Lao at (626) 569-2144 or alao@cityofrosemead.org. Rosemead City Hall is open from 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., Monday through Thursday (closed Friday).

Publish May 6, 2024

ROSEMEAD READER

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING BEFORE THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD ON MAY 28, 2024

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Rosemead City Council will conduct a public hearing on Tuesday, May 28, 2024, at 7:00 PM, at Rosemead City Hall, located at 8838 East Valley Boulevard, Rosemead, California 91770. Remote public comments will be received via email at publiccomment@cityofrosemead.org by 5:00 p.m. on May 28, 2024. Interpreters will be available to assist members of the public that speak Chinese (Cantonese & Mandarin), Spanish, and Vietnamese. All comments are public record and will be recorded in the official record of the City. If you have a request for accommodation under the ADA, please contact Ericka Hernandez, City Clerk, at (626) 569-2100.

The Rosemead City Council is evaluating the potential of transitioning from a general law city to a charter law city. A general law city is bound by the state’s general law, regardless of whether the subject concerns a municipal affair. A charter city has supreme authority over “municipal affairs” and thus can govern on matters of the City. Under the proposed charter, the City would retain its council-manager form of government. Matters of municipal affairs that would be modified under the proposed charter include term limits, prosecuting authority, economic development matters, purchasing and contracts authority, and preference for Veterans in awarding contracts permitted by law.

Before submitting the proposed charter to the voters, the City Council must hold at least two public hearings on the charter as required by Government Code Section 34458. The first public hearing is scheduled for Tuesday, May 28 at 7:00 p.m. in the City Hall Council Chamber.

For further details on this proposal, please contact Ericka Hernandez, City Clerk, at (626) 569-2100 or ehernandez@cityofrosemead. org. In addition, the City Council Agenda and Staff Report will be available on the City’s website under Agendas and Meeting and the “City Calendar” (www.cityofrosemead.org) at least 72 hours in advance of the public hearing. Any person interested in the above proceedings may appear at the time and place indicated above to testify in support of, or in opposition to, the item(s) indicated in this notice.

Notice and Publication Date: May 6, 2024

ROSEMEAD READER

Probate Notices

NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF:

IRMA M. ORNELAS CASE NO. 24STPB04619

To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the WILL or estate, or both of IRMA M. ORNELAS. A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by YVETTE CRUZ in the Superior Court of California, County of LOS ANGELES. THE PETITION FOR PROBATE requests that YVETTE CRUZ be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent.

THE PETITION requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administration of Estates Act. (This authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval. Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action.) The independent adminis-

California law. YOU MAY EXAMINE the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a Request for Special Notice (form DE-154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk.

Attorney for Petitioner

KATHLEEN CASTRO, ESQ. - SBN 169747, CASTRO LAW, PC 377 E. CHAPMAN AVENUE, SUITE 220 PLACENTIA CA 92870

Telephone (714) 880-8276

BSC 225047

5/2, 5/6, 5/9/24

CNS-3808268#

ROSEMEAD READER

NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF Maria de Lourdes Lopez

Castro Case No. 23STPB11340

To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of Maria de Lourdes Lopez Castro

A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by Gabriela Quintero Lopez in the Superior Court of California, County of LOS ANGELES. THE PETITION FOR PROBATE requests that Raul Martinez Cueto, CLPF be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent.

THE PETITION requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administration of Estates Act. (This authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval. Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action.) The independent administration authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority.

A HEARING on the petition will be held on May 22, 2024 at 8:30 AM in Dept. 9. located at 111 N. Hill St., Los Angeles, CA 90012.

IF YOU OBJECT to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney.

fornia, County of LOS ANGELES. THE PETITION FOR PROBATE requests that GAVIN HENDRICK YEE be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent.

THE PETITION requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administration of Estates Act. (This authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval. Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action.) The independent administration authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority.

A HEARING on the petition will be held in this court as follows: 06/06/24 at 8:30AM in Dept. 11 located at 111 N. HILL ST., LOS ANGELES, CA 90012

IF YOU OBJECT to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney.

IF YOU ARE A CREDITOR or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of first issuance of letters to a general personal representative, as defined in section 58(b) of the California Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of a notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code. Other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in California law.

YOU MAY EXAMINE the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a Request for Special Notice (form DE-154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk.

Attorney for Petitioner

KEVIN CHIU - SBN 249479 HART, MIERAS & MORRIS, INC. 255 E. SANTA CLARA ST., #300 ARCADIA CA 91006

Telephone (626) 607-1411

5/2, 5/6, 5/9/24

CNS-3809101# AZUSA BEACON

tration authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority.

A HEARING on the petition will be held in this court as follows: 05/29/24 at 8:30AM in Dept. 9 located at 111 N. HILL ST., LOS ANGELES, CA 90012

IF YOU OBJECT to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney.

IF YOU ARE A CREDITOR or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of first issuance of letters to a general personal representative, as defined in section 58(b) of the California Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of a notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code. Other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in

IF YOU ARE A CREDITOR or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of first issuance of letters to a general personal representative, as defined in section 58(b) of the California Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of a notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code. Other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in California law.

YOU MAY EXAMINE the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a Request for Special Notice (form DE-154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk.

Attorney for petitioner: PORTIA M. WOOD, ESQ SBN: 309495 WOOD LEGAL GROUP, LLP 1199 E WALNUT STREET PASADENA, CA 91106 MAY 2, 6, 9, 2024 ARCADIA WEEKLY

NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF: ALLISON LUI CASE NO. 24STPB04617

To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the WILL or estate, or both of ALLISON LUI.

A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by GAVIN HENDRICK YEE in the Superior Court of Cali-

NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF: DEBORAH Y. LOOMIS CASE NO. 24STPB04572

To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the WILL or estate, or both of DEBORAH Y. LOOMIS.

A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by ROBERT P. LOOMIS AND KIMBERLY E. GOODMAN in the Superior Court of California, County of LOS ANGELES. THE PETITION FOR PROBATE requests that ROBERT P. LOOMIS AND KIMBERLY E. GOODMAN be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent.

THE PETITION requests the decedent’s WILL and codicils, if any, be admitted to probate. The WILL and any codicils are available for examination in the file kept by the court. THE PETITION requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administration of Estates Act. (This authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval. Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action.) The independent administration authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority.

A HEARING on the petition will be held in this court as follows: 05/24/24 at 8:30AM in Dept. 62 located at 111 N. HILL ST., LOS ANGELES, CA 90012 IF YOU OBJECT to the granting of

Glendale City Notices

NOTICE INVITING BIDS

NOTICE is hereby given that the City of Glendale (“City”) will receive sealed Bids, before the Bid Deadline established below for the following work of improvement:

Weed Control Services for the City of Glendale

Bid Deadline: Submit between 1:00 and 2:00 p.m. on Wednesday, May 29, 2024

“the Bid Deadline”)

Original plus one (1) copy of Bid to be submitted to:

Attn: Loren Klick

City Clerk City of Glendale 613 E. Broadway, Room 110 Glendale, CA 91206

Bid Opening: 2:00 p.m. on Wednesday, May 29, 2024 – Same date as above City Hall

613 E. Broadway, Lobby Glendale, CA 91206

NO LATE BIDS WILL BE ACCEPTED.

Bidding Documents Available: Only electronically at: http://glendaleca.gov/govern ment/departments/public-works/bids

Mandatory Pre-Bid Conference: Date:Monday, May 13, 2024 Time:10:00 AM Location: 541 W. Chevy Chase Drive, Glendale, CA 91204

City of Glendale Contact Person: Loren Klick, Project Manager Fax: 818-547-0637 E-mail: lklick@glendaleca.gov

NO LATE BIDS WILL BE ACCEPTED.

Mandatory Qualifications for Bidder and Designated Subcontractors:

A Bid may be rejected as non-responsive if the Bid fails to document that Bidder meets the essential requirements for qualification. As part of the Bidder’s Statement of Qualifications, each Bid must provide satisfactory evidence that:

Bidder satisfactorily completed as a prime contractor or subcontractor at least three (3) prevailing wage public contracts in California; each comparable in scope and scale to this Project, within five (5) years prior to the Bid Deadline and with a dollar value in excess of the Bid submitted for this Project.

General Scope of Work:

Contractor shall furnish labor, materials, equipment, services, and specialized skills to perform work involved in the Project. The services the City seeks to maintain its right-of-ways free of weeds and aesthetically pleasing, include:

1. Weed control in all City streets and sidewalks, in asphalt/concrete medians, in City alleys, within tree wells not maintained by the adjacent property owner, within 10 feet of the road in undeveloped hillside areas, and within open parkways within the public right-of-way. Weed control within City tree wells adjacent to private property are not part of this scope. City right-ofways should be maintained on no less than a quarterly basis.

2. Monitoring and control of weeds in the North San Fernando Road Corridor Landscape Maintenance District on no less than a bimonthly (twice per month) basis. Locations include all City streets and sidewalks, in asphalt/ concrete medians, in City alleys, within all tree wells, and within open parkways within the public right-of-way.

3. Specific retreatment of vegetation as needed, upon request.

4. Abatement and removal of treated plant material in the City of Glendale as soon as possible.

5. Bimonthly (twice per month) reporting to the Urban Forester regarding schedule, work locations, and work progress.

6. Monthly reporting to the Urban Forester with invoices that include schedule, work locations, and spray totals, and look-ahead schedules as described in Special Conditions. Invoices shall be processed promptly by the Contractor upon completion of work, and submitted directly to the City’s Accounts Payable office via their online portal at: https://www.glendaleca.gov/government/departments/finance/accounting/invoice-submittal. A copy of the submitted invoice should be sent to the Urban Forester or his/her designee for review.

Weed control shall include pre-emergent and post-emergent systemic and contact herbicidal spraying. Contractor shall describe the schedule and types of treatment proposed inclusive of the herbicides to be used, including the proposed primary systemic herbicide(s) to be used and their totals. Contractor shall provide Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) for each chemical to be utilized. Glyphosate-based products shall not be used and should not be submitted as part of this bid. Contractor shall not utilize controls or methods of control that harm non-targeted City or private trees and/or vegetation.

Except within the North San Fernando Road Corridor Landscape Maintenance District, weed control within City right-of-ways adjacent to private property, including tree wells, is not part of the scope of work. The Glendale Municipal Code (GMC 8.32.030) states: All persons owning, occupying or having control of property shall keep the sidewalk, parkway, gutter and alley in front of or adjacent to the side or rear of such property free of litter, weeds and other vegetation growing thereon, except such as may be sown, or planted for the purposes of landscaping and maintenance pursuant to Section 12.04.020 of this code. (Ord. 5385 § 2, 2004: prior code § 24-11)

Areas to perform weed control total to approximately 830 acres per year, approximately 5 acres of which is located within the North San Fernando Road Corridor Landscape Maintenance District. Manual weed removal will be limited to weeds five inches (5”) or higher. In some locations where herbicidal treatments are not possible for feasible based on the above scope of services, manual weed removal shall be the only method of removal. At the discretion of the Urban Forester or his/her designee the use of organic chemicals, mechanical and/or manual weed removal may be ordered in lieu of other herbicidal treatments.

Refer to the General Conditions and Special Conditions for complete details and requirements.

Contract:

The City intends to award a Contract with a three-year term, with a potential for two (2) one year extensions, based on satisfactory performance during the prior year and mutual agreement of the parties for a total term of five (5) years, which may thereafter be extended on a month-to-month basis upon mutual agreement of the parties..

Incomplete Work, Complaints, and Liquidated Damages: See Appendix 11 and Section 8 of the Contract between City and Contractor for terms and conditions relating to incomplete work, complaints, and liquidated damages.

Other Bidding Information:

1. Bidding Documents: Bids must be made on the Bidder’s forms contained

herein. Bid documents (plans, specifications, bid forms, and Addendums) may be obtained electronically at the City’s website: http://glendaleca.gov/ government/departments/public-works/bids

2. Contract Contingent on Annual Funding Appropriations. As set forth in Section 3 of the Contract, while the initial term of the Contract is three years, the availability and appropriation of funding for the Work will be determined on an annual basis. The Contract is valid and enforceable in any calendar year only if sufficient funds are made available for the purpose of the Contract. If sufficient funds are not appropriated in any year, the Contract may be amended to reflect any reduction in funding for the Work.

3. Completion: This Work will be performed on an ongoing basis for an initial minimum term of three (3) years from the Date of Commencement as established by the City’s written Notice to Proceed.

4. Acceptance or Rejection of Bids. The City reserves the right to reject any and all Bids, to award all or any individual part/item of the Bid, and to waive any informalities, irregularities or technical defects in such Bids and determine the lowest responsible Bidder, whichever may be in the best interests of the City. No late Bids will be accepted, nor will any oral, facsimile or electronic Bids be accepted by the City.

5. Mandatory Pre-Bid Conference. A mandatory pre-bid conference at 10:00 AM on Monday, May 13th, 2024 will be hosted at 541 W Chevy Chase Drive, Glendale, CA 91204. Participants must register with the Project Manager in writing by email no later than 4 pm on Thursday, May 9, 2024. The Project Manager will then issue an invitation to the event. There is no limit on the number of prospective bidders able to attend, and no limit on the number of participants from a given prospective bidder.

6. Contractor License. At the time of the Bid Deadline and at all times during performance of the Work, including full completion of all corrective work during the Correction Period, the Contractor must possess a California contractor license or licenses, current and active, of the classification required for the Work, in accordance with the provisions of Chapter 9, Division 3, Section 7000 et seq. of the Business and Professions Code. In compliance with Public Contract Code Section 3300, the City has determined that the Bidder must possess the following license(s): Agricultural Pest Control Advisor (PCA) and Qualified Applicator License (QAL). The successful Bidder will not receive a Contract award if the successful Bidder is unlicensed, does not have all of the required licenses, or one or more of the licenses are not current and active. If the City discovers after the Contract’s award that the Contractor is unlicensed, does not have all of the required licenses, or one or more of the licenses are not current and active, the City may cancel the award, reject the Bid, declare the Bid Bond as forfeited, keep the Bid Bond’s proceeds, and exercise any one or more of the remedies in the Contract Documents.

7. Bid Forms and Bid Security: Each Bid must be made on the Bid Forms. Each Bid shall be accompanied by a cashier’s check or certified check drawn on a solvent bank, payable to “City of Glendale,” for an amount equal to ten percent (10%) of the total maximum amount of the Bid. Alternatively, a satisfactory corporate surety Bid Bond for an amount equal to ten percent (10%) of the total maximum amount of the Bid may accompany the Bid. Said security shall serve as a guarantee that the successful Bidder, within fourteen (14) calendar days after the City’s Notice of Award of the Contract, will enter into a valid contract with the City for said Work in accordance with the Contract Documents.

8. Bid Irrevocability. Bids shall remain open and valid for ninety (90) calendar days after the Bid Deadline.

9. Substitution of Securities. Pursuant to California Public Contract Code Section 22300, substitution of securities for withheld funds is permitted in accordance therewith.

10. Prevailing Wages. This Project is subject to the provisions of California Labor Code Section 1720. Contractor awarded this Contract and all Subcontractors of any tier shall not pay less than the minimum prevailing rate of per diem wages for each craft, classification, or type of worker needed to perform the Work. The Director of Industrial Relations of the State of California, pursuant to the California Labor Code, and the United States Secretary of Labor, pursuant to the Davis-Bacon Act, have determined the general prevailing rates of wages in the locality in which the Work is to be performed. The rates determined by the California Director of Industrial Relations are available online at www.dir.ca.gov/DLSR/PWD/. Davis-Bacon wage rates are included in this Specification and are available online at www.wdol.gov/. To the extent that there are any differences in the federal and state prevailing wage rates for similar classifications of labor, Contractor and its Subcontractors shall pay the highest wage rate.

11. California Department of Industrial Relations ― Public Works Contractor Registration. Beginning July 1, 2014, under the Public Works Contractor Registration Law (California Senate Bill No. 854 - See Labor Code Section 1725.5), contractors must register and meet requirements using the online application https://efiling.dir.ca.gov/PWCR/ActionServlet?action=displayP WCRegistrationForm before bidding on public works contracts in California. The application also provides agencies that administer public works programs with a searchable database of qualified contractors. Application and renewal are completed online with a non-refundable fee of $300. More information is available at the following links: http://www.dir.ca.gov/DLSE/PublicWorks/SB854FactSheet_6.30.14.pdf http://www.dir.ca.gov/Public-Works/PublicWorks.html

Beginning April 1, 2015, the City must award public works projects only to contractors and subcontractors who comply with the Public Works Contractor Registration Law.

Notice to Bidders and Subcontractors: No contractor or subcontractor may be listed on a Bid proposal for a public works unless registered with the Department of Industrial Relations pursuant to Labor Code Section 1725.5 [with limited exceptions from this requirement for bid purposes only under Labor Code Section 1771.1(a)].

No contractor or subcontractor may be awarded a contract for public work on a public works project unless registered with the Department of Industrial Relations pursuant to Labor Code Section 1725.5

• This Project is subject to compliance monitoring and enforcement by the Department of Industrial Relations.

• The prime Contractor must post job site notices prescribed by regulation. (See 8 Calif. Code Reg. Section 16451(d) for the notice that previously was required for projects monitored by the DIR Compliance Monitoring Unit.)

Furnishing of Electronic Certified Payroll

of the City of Glendale. Publish April 22 & May 6, 2024

GLENDALE INDEPENDENT

NOTICE OF PLANNING HEARING OFFICER PUBLIC HEARING CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. PCUP-002928-2024

LOCATION: 1540 WEST GLENOAKS BOULEVARD, UNIT 106 Glendale, CA. 91201

APPLICANT: Armond Khodaverdin on behalf of “PerfectTouch Therapy”

ZONE: “C2” - (Community Commercial) Zone

LEGAL DESCRIPTION: Portion of Lot 71 and all of Lot 72, Tract No. 3196 APN: 5623-027-041

PROJECT DESCRIPTION

Conditional Use Permit application to allow the continued operation of a massage establishment in the C2 (Community Commercial) zone, subject to the standards listed in Glendale Municipal Code (GMC) 5.64.

CODE REQUIRES 1) A conditional use permit application is required for a massage establishment in the C2 zone (GMC 30.12.020.B, Table 30.12 – A).

APPLICANT’S REQUEST 1) To continue operation of a massage establishment (PerfecTouch Therapy) in the C2 Zone.

ENVIRONMENTAL DETERMINATION: The project is categorically exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) as a Class 1 “Existing Facilities,” per Section 15301 of the CEQA Guidelines, because the project involves the continuance of a massage establishment without physical expansion of the building or intensification of an existing use.

HEARING INFORMATION

The Planning Hearing Officer will conduct a public hearing regarding the above project in Room 105 of the Municipal Services Building, located at 633 East Broadway, Glendale, CA 91206 on MAY 15, 2024, at 9:30 am or as soon thereafter as possible. The purpose of the hearing is to hear comments from the public with respect to zoning concerns for the project. The hearing will be held in accordance with Glendale Municipal Code, Title 30, Chapter 30.42.

The meeting can be viewed on Charter Cable Channel 6 or streamed online at GlendaleCA.gov/live. For public comments and questions during the meeting call 818-937-8100. City staff will be submitting these questions and comments in real time to the appropriate person during the Planning Hearing Officer Hearing. You may also testify in person at the hearing if you wish to do so. If the final decision is challenged in court, testimony may be limited to issues raised before or at the public hearing.

The staff report and case materials will be available prior to the hearing date at GlendaleCA.gov/agendas.

QUESTIONS OR COMMENTS

If you desire more information on the proposal, please contact the case planner, Eric Ji, at EJi@GlendaleCA.gov or (818) 937-8178

PROCEDURES

Any person having an interest in the subject project may participate in the hearing, by phone as outlined above and may be heard in support of his/her opinion. Any person protesting may file a duly signed and acknowledged written protest with the Director of Community Development not later than the hour set for public hearing before the Hearing Officer. “Acknowledged” shall mean a declaration of property ownership (or occupant if not owner) under penalty of perjury. If you challenge the decision of this project in court, you may be limited to raising only those issues you or someone else raised at the public hearing described in this notice, or in written correspondence delivered to the City of Glendale, at or prior to the public hearing. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990, please notify the Community Development Department at least 48 hours (or two business days) for requests regarding sign language translation and Braille transcription services. When a final decision is rendered, a decision letter will be posted online at GlendaleCA.gov/planning/decisions. An appeal may be filed within 15 days of the final decision date appearing on the decision letter. All appeals must be filed using the City’s online permit portal: GlendaleCA.gov/permits

Dr. Suzie Abajian, The City Clerk of the City of Glendale

Published May 6, 2024 GLENDALE INDEPENDENT

CITY OF PASADENA

Notice Inviting Bids For

Rolling Gate and Rollup Door Operator Installation

Notice is hereby given that the City of Pasadena is calling for sealed bids for the Libraries & Information Services Department and will receive sealed bids prior to 3:00 pm, Thursday, May 2, 2024 and will electronically unseal and make them available online (https:// procurement.opengov.com/portal/pasadena/projects/88411) for this solicitation named "Rolling Gate and Rollup Door Operator Installation" Project ID: 2024-IFB-LM-0199.

2.1. Summary

The City of Pasadena Public Library is seeking the services of a qualified firm to furnish and install new steel slide gate with new slide gate operator and to replace the existing rollup door operator.

2.2. Delivery Instructions

Bids will be received via the City's eProcurement Portal (https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/pasadena). A bid received after the time set for the bid opening shall not be considered. Bidders are required to submit (upload) all items listed in the Submittals/Checklist. Bids will be received prior to 3:00 pm on Thursday, May 2, 2024 and will be opened online at that time.

Copies of the Specifications and all required forms may be obtained for this solicitation online: https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/

Starting a new business? File your DBA with us at filedba.com

pasadena/projects/88411

Addenda shall be acknowledged via the City's eProcurement Portal. Refer to the Specifications for complete details and bidding requirements. The Specification and this Notice shall be considered a part of any contract made pursuant thereunder.

2.3. Pre-bid Conference

See the Timeline in the section named "Instructions to Bidders." If there is a Mandatory pre-bid meeting, bidders are required to attend at the time, date, and location included in the Timeline (#Instructions to Bidders) of this solicitation. If there is a Non-Mandatory pre-bid meeting, bidders not required to attend.

Each prospective bidder will have the opportunity to clarify and ask questions regarding these Specifications. The Pre-bid Meeting will be held at the time, date, and location in the Timeline of this solicitation.

2.4. NOTICE REQUIREMENTS

No contractor or subcontractor may be listed on a bid proposal for a public works project unless registered with the Department of Industrial Relations pursuant to Labor Code section 1725.5 [with limited exceptions from this requirement for bid purposes only under Labor Code section 1771.1(a)].

2.5. Required Licenses (Eligibility Requirement)

Bidders must possess and provide the following license(s) or certification(s) to be deemed qualified to perform the work specified: C-10 license and C-61 Limited Specialty with a D-28 (Doors, Gates and Activating Devices) License

2.6. Deadline for Questions

The deadline to submit questions related to this solicitation is Tuesday, April 23, 2024, prior to 3:00 pm.

Questions regarding this solicitation should be submitted directly through the City's eProcurement Portal Q&A function. Do not contact any other City employee or official regarding this solicitation. Any questions submitted after the date and time specified may not be considered.

2.7. Release Date

Release Dated: Thursday, May 6, 2024

MIGUEL MÁRQUEZ City Manager

Publoah May 6, 2024 PASADENA PRESS

NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF:

BETTY SOI MEE LEE

CASE NO. 24STPB04425

To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the WILL or estate, or both of BETTY SOI MEE LEE.

A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by SAMUEL LEE in the Superior Court of California, County of LOS ANGELES.

THE PETITION FOR PROBATE requests that SAMUEL LEE be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent.

THE PETITION requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administration of Estates Act. (This authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval. Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action.) The independent administration authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority.

A HEARING on the petition will be held in this court as follows: 05/20/24 at 8:30AM in Dept. 4 located at 111 N. HILL ST., LOS ANGELES, CA 90012

IF YOU OBJECT to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with

NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF:

MARCEL MESA AKA

MARCEL LUJAN MESA

CASE NO. 24STPB04449

To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the WILL or estate, or both of MARCEL MESA AKA MARCEL LUJAN MESA.

A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by FRANCES LUJAN MESA AND WALTER CHARDIE in the Superior Court of California, County of LOS ANGELES.

THE PETITION FOR PROBATE requests that FRANCES LUJAN MESA AND WALTER CHARDIE be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent.

THE PETITION requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administration of Estates Act with limited authority. (This authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval. Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action.) The independent administration authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority.

A HEARING on the petition will be held in this court as follows: 05/29/24 at 8:30AM in Dept. 29 located at 111 N. HILL ST., LOS ANGELES, CA 90012

IF YOU OBJECT to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney.

of the decedent.

THE PETITION requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administration of Estates Act with limited authority. (This authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval. Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action.) The independent administration authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority.

A HEARING on the petition will be held in this court as follows: 06/27/24 at 1:30PM in Dept. CM06 located at 3390 HARBOR BLVD., COSTA MESA, CA 92626

NOTICE IN PROBATE CASES

The court is providing the convenience to appear for hearing by video using the court’s designated video platform. This is a no cost service to the public. Go to the Court’s website at The Superior Court of California - County of Orange (occourts.org) to appear remotely for Probate hearings and for remote hearing instructions. If you have difficulty connecting or are unable to connect to your remote hearing, call 657-622-8278 for assistance. If you prefer to appear in-person, you can appear in the department on the day/time set for your hearing.

IF YOU OBJECT to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney.

the Independent Administration of Estates Act. (This authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval. Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action.) The independent administration authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority.

A HEARING on the petition will be held in this court as follows: 05/23/24 at 8:30AM in Dept. 11 located at 111 N. HILL ST., LOS ANGELES, CA 90012

IF YOU OBJECT to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney.

IF YOU ARE A CREDITOR or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either (1)four months from the date of first issuance of letters to a general personal representative, as defined in section 58(b) of the California Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of a notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code.

Other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in California law.

issu-ance of letters to a general personal representative, as defined in section 58(b) of the California Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of a notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code. Other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in California law. YOU MAY EXAMINE the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a Request for Special Notice (form DE-154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk.

Attorney for petitioner:

ROBERT WJ HEAVEN ESQ SBN 336803 PRUDENTIAL ADVOCATE APC 1925 CENTURY PARK EAST STE 1700 LOS ANGELES CA 90067 CN106353 NOMASA May 2,6,9, 2024 MONTEREY PARK PRESS

NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF: TADASHI HOZAKI CASE NO. 24STPB04699 To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the WILL or estate, or both of TADASHI HOZAKI.

the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney.

IF YOU ARE A CREDITOR or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either (1)four months from the date of first issuance of letters to a general personal representative, as defined in section 58(b) of the California Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of a notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code.

Other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in California law.

YOU MAY EXAMINE the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a Request for Special Notice (form DE-154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk.

Attorney for Petitioner

RUSSELL M OZAWA - SBN 272268

LAW OFFICES OF RUSSELL M. OZAWA

3655 TORRANCE BLVD., STE. 300 TORRANCE CA 90503

Telephone (626) 499-4500

4/29, 5/2, 5/6/24

CNS-3807260# GLENDALE INDEPENDENT

IF YOU ARE A CREDITOR or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of first issuance of letters to a general personal representative, as defined in section 58(b) of the California Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of a notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code. Other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in California law.

YOU MAY EXAMINE the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a Request for Special Notice (form DE-154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk.

Attorney for Petitioner ILIANA MADRIGAL, ESQ. - SBN 278590, CHAVEZ LAW GROUP 13225 PHILADELPHIA ST., STE. A WHITTIER CA 90601, Telephone (323) 506-3142 4/29, 5/2, 5/6/24 CNS-3807420# BALDWIN PARK PRESS

NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF:

CAROLYN JANE MORGAN

AKA CAROLYN MORGAN CASE NO. 30-2024-01394810-PR-LACMC

To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the WILL or estate, or both of CAROLYN JANE MORGAN AKA

CAROLYN MORGAN.

A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by JOHN MICHAEL MORGAN in the Superior Court of California, County of ORANGE. THE PETITION FOR PROBATE requests that JOHN MICHAEL MORGAN be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate

IF YOU ARE A CREDITOR or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either (1)four months from the date of first issuance of letters to a general personal representative, as defined in section 58(b) of the California Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of a notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code.

Other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in California law.

YOU MAY EXAMINE the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a Request for Special Notice (form DE-154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk.

Attorney for Petitioner CATHERINE KIM, ESQ. - SBN 243811, ERNEST J. KIM, ESQ.SBN 181280, LAW OFFICES OF ERNEST J. KIM 17541 17TH STREET, SUITE 100 TUSTIN CA 92780 Telephone (949) 975-1870 4/29, 5/2, 5/6/24 CNS-3808252# ANAHEIM PRESS

NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF: MICHAEL L. WOODARD

CASE NO. 20STPB10005

To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the WILL or estate, or both of MICHAEL L. WOODARD.

A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by TERESA NAVARRO in the Superior Court of California, County of LOS ANGELES.

THE PETITION FOR PROBATE requests that TERESA NAVARRO be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent.

THE PETITION requests the decedent’s WILL and codicils, if any, be admitted to probate. The WILL and any codicils are available for examination in the file kept by the court.

THE PETITION requests authority to administer the estate under

YOU MAY EXAMINE the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a Request for Special Notice (form DE-154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk.

Attorney for Petitioner

GREGORY P. SWAIN - SBN 324283, BARBARO, CHINEN, PITZER & DUKE LLP

301 E COLORADO BLVD. PASADENA CA 91101-1911

Telephone (626) 793-5196 4/29, 5/2, 5/6/24

CNS-3808124# BURBANK INDEPENDENT

NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF MACHIKO NOMASA Case No. 24STPB04433

To all heirs, beneficiaries, cred-itors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of MACHIKO NOMASA

A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by Carol Nomasa in the Superior Court of California, County of LOS ANGELES.

THE PETITION FOR PROBATE requests that Carol Nomasa be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent.

THE PETITION requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administration of Estates Act. (This authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval. Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action.) The independent administra-tion authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objec-tion to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority.

A HEARING on the petition will be held on May 22, 2024 at 8:30 AM in Dept. No. 2D located at 111 N. Hill St., Los Angeles, CA 90012.

IF YOU OBJECT to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your ap-pearance may be in person or by your attorney.

IF YOU ARE A CREDITOR or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of first

A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by TAISHI KOTOW in the Superior Court of California, County of LOS ANGELES. THE PETITION FOR PROBATE requests that TAISHI KOTOW be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent.

THE PETITION requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administration of Estates Act. (This authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval. Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action.) The independent administration authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority.

A HEARING on the petition will be held in this court as follows: 05/31/24 at 8:30AM in Dept. 99 located at 111 N. HILL ST., LOS ANGELES, CA 90012

IF YOU OBJECT to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney.

IF YOU ARE A CREDITOR or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either (1)four months from the date of first issuance of letters to a general personal representative, as defined in section 58(b) of the California Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of a notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code. Other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in California law. YOU MAY EXAMINE the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a Request for Special Notice (form DE-154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk.

Attorney for Petitioner

JOHN W. CHANG - SBN

NOTICE OF AMENDED PETITION TO ADMINISTER

ESTATE OF:

HOWARD CHESTER HORN

HOWARD C. HORN

AKA

CASE NO. 23STPB10642

To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the lost WILL or estate, or both of

HOWARD CHESTER HORN AKA

HOWARD C. HORN.

A AMENDED PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by TIMOTHY BRET HORN in the Superior Court of California, County of LOS ANGELES. THE AMENDED PETITION FOR PROBATE requests that TIMOTHY BRET HORN be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent.

THE AMENDED PETITION requests the decedent’s lost WILL and codicils, if any, be admitted to probate. The lost WILL and any codicils are available for examination in the file kept by the court.

THE AMENDED PETITION requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administration of Estates Act. (This authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval. Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action.) The independent administration authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority.

A HEARING on the petition will be held in this court as follows: 07/30/24 at 8:30AM in Dept. 62 located at 111 N. HILL ST., LOS ANGELES, CA 90012

IF YOU OBJECT to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney.

IF YOU ARE A CREDITOR or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of first issuance of letters to a general personal representative, as defined in section 58(b) of the California Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of a notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code.

Other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in California law.

YOU MAY EXAMINE the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a Request for Special Notice (form DE-154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk. Attorney for Petitioner

PHILIP BARBARO, JR. - SBN 96317

BARBARO, CHINEN, PITZER & DUKE LLP

301 EAST COLORADO BOULEVARD, SUITE 700 PASADENA CA 91101-1911

Telephone (626) 793-5196

5/2, 5/6, 5/9/24

CNS-3808745# PASADENA PRESS

NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF:

ANN KATTON READ

CASE NO. 24STPB04778

To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the WILL or estate, or both of ANN KATTON READ.

A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by HELEN LORENZANA in the Superior Court of California, County of LOS ANGELES. THE PETITION FOR PROBATE requests that HELEN LORENZANA be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent.

THE PETITION requests authority to administer the estate under the

Independent Administration of Estates Act with limited authority. (This authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval. Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action.) The independent administration authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority.

A HEARING on the petition will be held in this court as follows: 05/31/24 at 8:30AM in Dept. 62 located at 111 N. HILL ST., LOS ANGELES, CA 90012

IF YOU OBJECT to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney.

IF YOU ARE A CREDITOR or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of first issuance of letters to a general personal representative, as defined in section 58(b) of the California Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of a notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code.

Other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in California law.

YOU MAY EXAMINE the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a Request for Special Notice (form DE-154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk.

Attorney for Petitioner KEVIN REHAWALD, ESQ. - SBN 255334

CHALEFF REHWALD PETERSON 32107 LINDERO CANYON RD., STE. 121 WESTLAKE VILLAGE CA 91361, Telephone (818) 703-7500 5/2, 5/6, 5/9/24

CNS-3809524# WEST COVINA PRESS

NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF:

JAMES SHIA-HUI CHENG AKA JAMES S. CHENG, JAMES CHENG, SHIA HUI CHENG, JIMMY CHENG, JIMMY S. CHENG CASE NO. 24STPB04845

To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the WILL or estate, or both of JAMES SHIA-HUI CHENG AKA JAMES S. CHENG, JAMES CHENG, SHIA HUI CHENG, JIMMY CHENG, JIMMY S. CHENG. A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by HOOISIN DAVID LIM in the Superior Court of California, County of LOS ANGELES.

THE PETITION FOR PROBATE requests that HOOISIN DAVID LIM be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent.

THE PETITION requests the decedent’s WILL and codicils, if any, be admitted to probate. The WILL and any codicils are available for examination in the file kept by the court.

THE PETITION requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administration of Estates Act. (This authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval. Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action.) The independent administration authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority.

A HEARING on the petition will be held in this court as follows: 06/07/24 at 8:30AM in Dept. 29 located at 111 N. HILL ST., LOS ANGELES, CA 90012

LEGALS

IF YOU OBJECT to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney.

IF YOU ARE A CREDITOR or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of first issuance of letters to a general personal representative, as defined in section 58(b) of the California Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of a notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code.

Other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in California law.

YOU MAY EXAMINE the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a Request for Special Notice (form DE-154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk.

Attorney for Petitioner IRENE N. BLOCKSOM SBN 349192, LAGERLOF, LLP 155 N. LAKE AVENUE, FLOOR 11 PASADENA CA 91101

Telephone (626) 683-7234 BSC 225071 5/6, 5/9, 5/13/24 CNS-3810063# PASADENA PRESS

Public Notices

ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR

CHANGE OF NAME PETITION OF Clar-

ence Anthony Brown FOR CHANGE OF NAME CASE NUMBER: 24LBCP00111

Superior Court of California, County of Los Angeles Governor George Deukmejian Courthouse, 275 Magnolia, Long Beach, CA 90802, South Judicial District TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: 1.

Petitioner Clarence Anthony Brown filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Present name a. OF Clarence Anthony Brown to Proposed name Anthony X 2. THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter shall appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted. Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file a written objection that includes the reason for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing NOTICE OF HEARING a. Date: 05/21/2024 Time: 8:30AM Dept: 26. The address of the court is same as noted above. 3. a. A copy of this Order to Show Cause shall be published at least once each week for four successive weeks prior to the day set for hearing on the petition in the following newspaper of general circulation, printed in this county: Belmont Beacon DATED: April 9, 2024 Michael P. Vicencia JUDGE OF THE SUPERIOR COURT Pub. April 22, 29, May 6, 13, 2024 BELMONT BEACON

ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME PETITION OF Rouslan Akhmerov FOR CHANGE OF NAME CASE NUMBER: 24NNCP00146 Superior Court of California, County of Los Angeles 150 W. Commonwealth Ave, Alhambra, Ca 91801, Northeast Judicial District TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: 1. Petitioner Rouslan Akhmerov filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Present name a. OF Rouslan Akhmerov to Proposed name Russ Udin 2. THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter shall appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted. Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file a written objection that includes the reason for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing NOTICE OF HEARING a. Date: 06/07/2024 Time: 8:30AM Dept: X. The address of the court is same as noted above. 3. a. A copy of this Order to Show Cause shall be published at least once each week for four successive

weeks prior to the day set for hearing on the petition in the following newspaper of general circulation, printed in this county:

Glendale Independent DATED: April 16, 2024 Robin Miller Sloan JUDGE OF THE SUPERIOR COURT Pub. April 29, May 6, 13, 20, 2024 GLENDALE INDEPENDENT

Notice of Public Lien Sale

Notice is hereby given that the undersigned intends to sell the personal property described below to enforce a lien imposed on said property under the California SelfStorage Facility Act, pursuant to Sections 21700-21716 of the Business & Professions Code, Section 2328 of the UCC, Section 535 of the Penal Code and provisions of the Civil Code. The undersigned will sell by competitive bidding on May 10, 2024, at 10:00 a.m. located at:

Citywide Self-Storage, LLC

1000 E. Alessandro Blvd. Riverside, CA. 92508

County of Riverside, State of California, the following:

Awan, T A162 Berry, A K021

Contents: Personal property including but not limited to household and misc. items. Purchases must be paid in full at the time of purchase in cash only. All purchased items sold-as is-where is--and must be removed at the time of sale. Sale subject to cancellation in the event of settlement between owner and obligated party. Dated this May 10, 2024, before 10:00 a.m.

American Auctioneers

Bond # 38594212400

1Office: (800)-838- 7653

Fax (951) 926-3599

Fax # (909)790-0438

Published April 29, 2024 & May 6, 2024 in the RIVERSIDE INDEPENDENT

NOTICE OF LIEN SALE

StorQuest – Rancho Cucamonga/ Hampshire

Notice is hereby given, StorQuest Self Storage – 9419 Hampshire Street, Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91730 will sell at public sale by competitive bidding the personal property of Jerry Martinez, Carlos Maynez, Edward Kline, Prudence Annelise Laws, James Bradley Waterman, Qualena McClung, Norina Rivas, Daniel Cervantes, Jason Pierre Defachelle. Property to be sold: Misc. household goods, furniture, tools, clothes, boxes, & personal contents. Auctioneer Company: www.storagetreasures.com. The Sale will conclude at 3 PM on May 16th, 2024. Goods must be paid in CASH and removed at time of sale. Sale is subject to cancellation in the event of settlement between owner and obligated party.

Publish April 29, 2024 & May 6, 2024 in THE SAN BERNARDINO PRESS

Order To Show Cause For Change of Name Case No. 30-2024-01383668-CUPT-CJC To All Interested Persons: Steffanie Sousa Najera filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: PRESENT NAME Steffanie Sousa Najera PROPOSED NAME Steffanie Balsells Najera . The Court Orders that all persons interested in this matter shall appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted. Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file a written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing. Notice Of Hearing Date: 06/26/2024 Time: 8:30am Dept. D-100 REMOTE HEARING The address of the court is Central Justice Center, 700 Civic Center Drive West, Santa Ana, Ca 92701. A copy of this Order to Show Cause shall be published at least once each week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in the following newspaper of general circulation, printed in this county: Anaheim Press Date: April 24, 2024 Layne H. Melzer Judge of the Superior Court Pub Dates: April 29, May 6, 13, 20, 2024 ANAHEIM PRESS

CASE NUMBER: (Numero del Caso): 23GDCV01352 SUMMONS (CITACION JUDICIAL)

NOTICE TO DEFENDANT: (AVISO AL DEMANDADO): Madeline Byrd Thomason; and DOES 1 TO 20, inclusive

Plaintiff’s Title Thereto. YOU ARE BEING SUED BY PLAINTIFF: (LO ESTA DEMANDANDO EL DEMANDANTE): Brandon Nicholas Megrabyan

NOTICE! You have been sued. The court may decide against you without your being heard unless you respond within 30 days. Read the information below. You have 30 CALENDAR DAYS after this summons and legal papers are served on you to file a written response

at this court and have a copy served on the plaintiff. A letter or phone call will not protect you. Your written response must be in proper legal form if you want the court to hear your case. There may be a court form that you can use for your response. You can find these court forms and more information at the California Courts Online Self-Help Center (www.courtinfo.ca.gov/ selfhelp), your county law library, or the courthouse nearest you. If you cannot pay the filing fee, ask the court clerk for a fee waiver form. If you do not file your response on time, you may lose the case by default, and your wages, money, and property may be taken without further warning from the court. There are other legal requirements. You may want to call an attorney right away. If you do not know an attorney, you may want to call an attorney referral service. If you cannot afford an attorney, you may be eligible for free legal services from a nonprofit legal services program. You can locate these nonprofit groups at the California Legal Services Web site (www.lawhelpcalifornia.org), the California Courts Online Self-Help Center (www. courtinfo.ca.gov/selfhelp), or by contacting your local court or county bar association.

NOTE: The court has a statutory lien for waived fees and costs on any settlement or arbitration award of $10,000 or more in a civil case. The court’s lien must be paid before the court will dismiss the case.

¡AVISO! Lo han demandado. Si no responde dentro de 30 días, la corte puede decidir en su contra sin escuchar su versión. Lea la información a continuación. Tiene 30 DÍAS DE CALENDARIO después de que le entreguen esta citación y papeles legales para presentar una respuesta por escrito en esta corte y hacer que se entregue una copia al demandante. Una carta o una llamada telefónica no lo protegen. Su respuesta por escrito tiene que estar en formato legal correcto si desea que procesen su caso en la corte. Es posible que haya un formulario que usted pueda usar para su respuesta. Puede encontrar estos formularios de la corte y más información en el Centro de Ayuda de las Cortes de California (www.sucorte.ca.gov), en la biblioteca de leyes de su condado o en la corte que le quede más cerca. Si no puede pagar la cuota de presentación, pida al secretario de la corte que le dé un formulario de exención de pago de cuotas. Si no presenta su respuesta a tiempo, puede perder el caso por incumplimiento y la corte le podrá quitar su sueldo, dinero y bienes sin más advertencia. Hay otros requisitos legales. Es recomendable que llame a un abogado inmediatamente. Si no conoce a un abogado, puede llamar a un servicio de remisión a abogados. Si no puede pagar a un abogado, es posible que cumpla con los requisitos para obtener servicios legales gratuitos de un programa de servicios legales sin fines de lucro. Puede encontrar estos grupos sin fines de lucro en el sitio web de California Legal Services, (www.lawhelpcalifornia. org), en el Centro de Ayuda de las Cortes de California, (www.sucorte.ca.gov) o poniéndose en contacto con la corte o el colegio de abogados locales. AVISO: Por ley, la corte tiene derecho a reclamar las cuotas y los costos exentos por imponer un gravamen sobre cualquier recuperación de $10,000 ó más de valor recibida mediante un acuerdo o una concesión de arbitraje en un caso de derecho civil. Tiene que pagar el gravamen de la corte antes de que la corte pueda desechar el caso. The name and address of the court is: (El nombre y direccion de la corte es): Los Angeles Superior Court – Glendale Courthouse, 600 East Broadway, Glendale, Ca 91206. The name, address and telephone number of plaintiff’s attorney, or plaintiff without an attorney is: (El nombre, la direccion y el numero de telefono del abogado del demandante, o del demandante que no tiene abogado, es): Sofia TAMAZYAN, Esq, 801 N. Brand Blvd, Ste 1120, Glendale, Ca 91203

Date: (Fecha) June 28, 2023

David W. Slayton, Clerk (Secretario) By: E. Madrid, Deputy (Adjunto) You are served April 29, May 6, 13, 20, 2024 BURBANK INDEPENDENT

NOTICE OF LIEN SALE

STORQUEST SELF STORAGENotice is hereby given, StorQuest Self Storage-12530 Magnolia Ave, Riverside Ca 92503 will sell at public sale by competitive bidding the personal property of: Name: Aracely Silva, Darryl Ray Lewis Jr, Brenda Rodriguez, Ruben Leon, Angela Beeler, Juan Cervantes Property to be sold: Misc. household goods,appliances, furniture, clothes, toys, tools,boxes & contents. Auction Company: www.storagetreasures.com . The Sale ends at 3:00 PM on May 16th, 2024. Goods must be paid in CASH and removed at the time of the sale. Sale is subject to cancellation in the event of settlement between owner and obligated party.

STORQUEST SELF STORAGE-RIVERSIDE 12530 Magnolia Avenue Riverside, CA 92503 951-737-7440

Publish April 29, 2024 & May 6, 2024 in THE RIVERSIDE INDEPENDENT

NOTICE OF LIEN SALE

STORQUEST SELF STORAGENotice is hereby given, StorQuest Self Storage-12530 Magnolia Ave, Riverside Ca 92503 will sell at

by competitive bidding the personal

of: Name: Fancisco Guzman, Justin Meador, Adrian Martinez Property to be

Misc.

goods,appliances, furniture,

tools,boxes & contents. Auction Company: www.storagetreasures.com . The Sale ends at 3:00 PM on May 17th, 2024. Goods must be paid in CASH and removed at the time of the sale. Sale is subject to cancellation in the event of settlement between owner and obligated party.

STORQUEST

Avagyan, 2209; Diana Montano, 1118; Sophia Ritter, 3474; Jonadab Torres, 2322; Victor El Khal, 2622. Purchases must be paid for at the time of purchase in cash only. All purchased items sold as is, where is and must be removed at the time of sale. Sale subject to cancellation in the event of settlement between owner and obligated party. Andasol Management, Inc. Bond #: 791831C, (888) 285-0189 CN106276 05-21-2024 May 6,13, 2024 GLENDALE INDEPENDENT

Notice of Public Lien Sale Business and Profession Code 21700 Notice is hereby given by the undersigned that a public lien sale of the following described personal property will be held at the hour of 12:00 o’clock pm on the day of May 13th, 2024, auction will be held online at storageauctions.net. The property is stored by A Storage Place – Yucaipa, located at 35056 County Line Rd., Yucaipa, CA 92399.

Name: Robert De Hart Ashlee Summons

This Notice is given in accordance with the provisions of Section 21700 Et Saq of the Business & Profession Code of The State of California.

Dated: 04/29/2024 By: Angela Finley

Publish on May 6, 2024 in the San Bernardino Press

Order To Show Cause For Change of Name Case No. 30-2024-01380345 To All Interested Persons: Hugo Noel Vargas III filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: PRESENT NAME Hugo Noel Vargas III PROPOSED NAME Hugo Noel Mejia Vargas . The Court Orders that all persons interested in this matter shall appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted. Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file a written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely

TIAL

free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder’s office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call 800-758-8052 or visit this Internet Web site https://www. xome.com using the file number assigned to this case

22002622-1 CA. Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Web site. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. NOTICE TO TENANT: You may have a right to purchase this property after the trustee auction pursuant to Section 2924m of the California Civil Code. If you are an “eligible tenant buyer,” you can purchase the property if you match the last and highest bid placed at the trustee auction. If you are an “eligible bidder,” you may be able to purchase the property if you exceed the last and highest bid placed at the trustee auction. There are three steps to exercising this right of purchase. First, 48 hours after the date of the trustee sale, you can call 800-758-8052 or visit this Internet Web site https://www.xome. com using the file number assigned to this case 22002622-1 CA to find the date on which the trustee’s sale was held, the amount of the last and highest bid, and the address of the trustee. Second, you must send a written notice of intent to place a bid so that the trustee receives it no more than 15 days after the trustee’s sale. Third, you must submit a bid so that the trustee receives it no more than 45 days after the trustee’s sale. If you think you may qualify as an “eligible tenant buyer” or “eligible bidder,” you should consider contacting an attorney or appropriate real estate professional immediately for advice regarding this potential right to purchase. Dated: 04/30/2024 ZBS Law, LLP, as Trustee 30 Corporate Park, Suite 450 , Irvine, CA 92606For NonAutomated Sale Information, call: (714) 848-7920For Sale Information: 800-7588052 or https://www.xome.com Michael Busby, Trustee Sale Officer This office is enforcing a security interest of your creditor. To the extent that your obligation has been discharged by a bankruptcy court or is subject to an automatic stay of a bankruptcy, this notice is for informational purposes only and does not constitute a demand for payment or any attempt to collect such obligation. EPP 40074 Pub Dates 05/06, 05/13, 05/20/2024 ONTRIO NEWS PRESS

Fictitious Business Name Filings

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

File No. FBN20240002976

The following persons are doing business as: Fernandez Hauling, 851 W Flora St, Ontario, CA 91762. Mailing Address, 851 W Flora St, Ontario, CA 91762. Jesse Fernandez, 851 W Flora St, Ontario, CA 91762. County of Principal Place of Business: San Bernardino This business is conducted by: a individual. Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed herein. By signing below, I declare that I have read and understand the reverse side of this form and that all information in this statement is true and correct.

A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000). I am also aware that all information on this statement becomes Public Record upon filing pursuant to the California Public Records Act (Government Code Sections 6250- 6277). /s/ Jesse Fernandez. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Bernardino on March 25, 2024 Notice- In accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920. A Fictitious Name Statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the County Clerk, except, as provided in subdivision (b) of Section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to Section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A new Fictitious Business Name Statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411 et seq., Business and Professions Code) File#: FBN20240002976 Pub: 04/15/2024, 04/22/2024, 04/29/2024, 05/06/2024 San Bernardino Press

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. FBN20240003190

The following persons are doing business as: METRO-LOK, 1339 Brooks St, Ontario, CA 91762. Mailing Address, 1339 Brooks St, ontario, CA 91762. ANOLDA ENTERPRISES, LLC (CA, 27365 Bottlebrush Way, murrieta, CA 92562; WILLIAM FUENTES, PRESIDENT. County of Principal Place of Business: San Bernardino This business is conducted by: a limited liability company (llc). Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed herein on January 1, 2024. By signing below, I declare that I have read and understand the reverse side of this form and that all information in this statement is true and correct. A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thou-

LEGALS

sand dollars ($1,000). I am also aware that all information on this statement becomes Public Record upon filing pursuant to the California Public Records Act (Government Code Sections 6250- 6277). /s/ WILLIAM FUENTES, PRESIDENT. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Bernardino on March 29, 2024 Notice- In accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920. A Fictitious Name Statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the County Clerk, except, as provided in subdivision (b) of Section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to Section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A new Fictitious Business Name Statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411 et seq., Business and Professions Code) File#: FBN20240003190 Pub: 04/22/2024, 04/29/2024, 05/06/2024, 05/13/2024 San Bernardino Press

The following person(s) is (are) doing business as N & L TRANSPORT 26366 Baldy Peak Rd Menifee, CA 92586

Riverside County ENRIQUE SAVEDRA, 26366 Baldy Peak Dr, Menifee, CA 92586

Riverside County

This business is conducted by: a individual. Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed herein. I declare that all the information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code, that the registrant knows to be false, is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousands dollars ($1000).)

s. ENRIQUE SAVEDRA

Statement filed with the County of Riverside on April 17, 2024

NOTICE: In accordance with subdivision (a) of section 17920, a fictitious name statement generally expires at the end of the five years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the county clerk, except, as provided in subdivision (b) of section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any changes in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A new Fictitious Business Name Statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use this state of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411 Et Seq., business and professions code). I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the original statement on file in my office. Peter Aldana, County, Clerk File# R-202405097

Pub. 04/22/2024, 04/29/2024, 05/06/2024, 05/13/2024

Riverside Independent

The following person(s) is (are) doing business as Goldleaf Scientific 3300 Harrison St suite 2 Riverside, CA 92503

Riverside County Lab Locus LLC (CA, 30042 Mission Blvd Ste 121-244, Hayward, CA 94544

Riverside County

This business is conducted by: a limited liability company (llc). Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed herein. I declare that all the information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code, that the registrant knows to be false, is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousands dollars ($1000).)

s. Ryan Henry, Manager

Statement filed with the County of Riverside on April 17, 2024

NOTICE: In accordance with subdivision (a) of section 17920, a fictitious name statement generally expires at the end of the five years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the county clerk, except, as provided in subdivision (b) of section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any changes in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A new Fictitious Business Name Statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use this state of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411 Et Seq., business and professions code). I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the original statement on file in my office.

Peter Aldana, County, Clerk File# R-202405113 Pub. 04/22/2024, 04/29/2024, 05/06/2024, 05/13/2024 Riverside Independent FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. 20240003581

The following persons are doing business as: APEX INTERNATIONAL CULTURE AND ART EXPO, 5388 Arrow Hwy, Montclair, CA 91763. Mailing Address, 5388 Arrow Hwy, Montclair, CA 91763. Carissa and Harry Foundation (CA, 5388 Arrow Hwy, Montclair, CA 91763; Sam Ip, President. County of Principal Place of Business: San Bernardino This business is conducted by: a corporation. Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed herein. By signing below, I declare that I have read and understand the reverse side of this form and that all information in this statement is true and correct. A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code that

the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000). I am also aware that all information on this statement becomes Public Record upon filing pursuant to the California Public Records Act (Government Code Sections 6250- 6277). /s/ Sam Ip, President. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Bernardino on April 12, 2024 Notice- In accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920. A Fictitious Name Statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the County Clerk, except, as provided in subdivision (b) of Section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to Section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A new Fictitious Business Name Statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411 et seq., Business and Professions Code) File#: 20240003581 Pub: 04/22/2024, 04/29/2024, 05/06/2024, 05/13/2024 San Bernardino Press

The following person(s) is (are) doing business as Big Voice Pictures 560 Desert Way Palm Springs, CA 92264 Mailing Address, PO Box 931, Palm Springs, CA 92263. Riverside County Kathleen Barbini, 560 Desert Way, Palm Springs, CA 92264 Riverside County This business is conducted by: a individual. Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed herein. I declare that all the information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code, that the registrant knows to be false, is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousands dollars ($1000).) s. Kathleen Barbini Statement filed with the County of Riverside on April 11, 2024 NOTICE: In accordance with subdivision (a) of section 17920, a fictitious name statement generally expires at the end of the five years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the county clerk, except, as provided in subdivision (b) of section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any changes in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A new Fictitious Business Name Statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use this state of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411 Et Seq., business and

professions code). I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the original statement on file in my office. Peter Aldana, County, Clerk File# R-202404844 Pub. 04/22/2024, 04/29/2024, 05/06/2024, 05/13/2024 Riverside Independent

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 20246685489.

a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A

Fictitious Business Name Statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the

in vio

of a

lation of the

of

or common law (see Section 14411 Et Seq., business and professions code). I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the original statement on file in my office. Peter Aldana, County, Clerk File# R-202405564 Pub. 05/06/2024, 05/13/2024,

Discovery Cube OC’s reimagined Dino Quest exhibit opens May 25

By Staff

Discovery Cube Orange County is traveling back in time this month to launch the return of Dino Quest, the reimagined exhibit inviting visitors to embark on an epic prehistoric adventure and come faceto-face with life-sized dinosaurs in the newly remodeled exhibit space.

The all-new Dino Quest invites guests to take a journey through prehistoric times by participating in a brand-new hand-held interactive adventure that transforms young visitors into expert paleontologists. They will explore a dig pit to unearth a replica Tyrannosaurus rex fossil, see new life-sized fully articulated dinosaur skeletons and be awed by a sixteen-foot animatronic T-rex.

“The exhibit also features

the very first Quetzalcoatlus to be on permanent display in California. It is one of the most recent Cretaceous specimens discovered and was found along the U.S. Mexico border,” shared Discovery Cube CEO Joe Adams.

“With so much to explore we can’t wait to welcome back our paleontologistsin-training to Dino Quest this summer. This project is $6 million and five years in the making, and it’s pretty spectacular!” Adams continued with excitement. “Along that journey we’ve worked with so many partners and we’re grateful for each and every one of them including the State of California, the California Natural Resources Agency, a number of incredibly talented trades people, artists, special effects teams

and our legendary advisor, Jack Horner.”

Guests can explore the grounds of the site on their own or be guided around the exhibit and excavation site as part of one of four missions including, Dino Dig Adventure, Junior Diggers, Adapt, Survive, Thrive or Predator and Prey. Each mission has its own highlights:

- Dino Dig Adventure: unearth the secrets hidden in fossils like fossilized bones, eggs and footprints.

- Junior Diggers: train to become a dinosaur expert and find a baby Triceratops, a flying reptile called a Quetzalcoatlus, and a giant T-rex.

-Adapt, Survive, Thrive: explore the evolutionary journey that shaped these ancient creatures like long necks, hollow bones, and

body armor.

-Predator and Prey: discover the strategies, adaptations, and challenges faced in the struggle for survival.

“I began my journey to become a paleontologist at the age of eight when I discovered my first dinosaur bone, a discovery that mapped out the trajectory of my life,” said Jack Horner, paleontologist, technical advisor for the Jurassic Park movies and Dino Quest advisor. “Discovery Cube Orange County’s Dino Quest exhibit is sure to inspire young explorers to want to learn more about dinosaurs, how they lived on this earth and how they became extinct. That type of exploration is the basis for what can become a life-long love of paleontology.”

To learn more about Discovery Cube Orange County and reserve your tickets, visit: discoverycube. org/orange-county/. Discov-

Long Beach declares health emergency over TB outbreak; 1 person dead

By City News Service

Atuberculosis outbreak among residents of a single- room occupancy hotel in Long Beach has left one person dead and led to the hospitalizations of nine others, prompting the declaration of a public health emergency, city officials said Thursday.

The city Department of Health and Human Services

insists the risk of exposure to the general public is low, with the outbreak restricted to a “distinct population” of people with “significant barriers to care, including homelessness and housing insecurity, mental illness, substance abuse and serious medical comorbidities.”

As of April 29, a total of 14 cases have been associated

with the outbreak. The city declined to release the name of the hotel at the center of the outbreak, citing patient privacy concerns.

City Health Officer Dr. Anissa Davis declared a local public health emergency in response to the outbreak. The declaration is expected to be ratified by the Long Beach City Council on

Tuesday.

Health officials said people who have stayed at the privately operated hotel may have been exposed and will be contacted by the city. Investigators have identified about 170 people who may have been exposed, and they are in the process of being screened, with the number of cases and additional expo-

UCLA protest

white masks, surrounded the encampment and lobbed fireworks, wood and metal barriers towards the camp. The Los Angeles Times reported that “at least one firework” was thrown into the camp.

Counter-protesters also attempted to tear down barricades around the proPalestinian group. There were also reports of pepper spray and/or bear repellent being deployed, though it remained unclear which side used them.

In video from the scene, campers rallied to defend the perimeter of the encampment, which was declared “unlawful” by the school earlier the same evening, and fist-fights, some resulting in bloody injuries, repeatedly broke out as UCLA police seem-

ingly looked on.

Police from several agencies in riot gear eventually moved in and cleared the area around 3 a.m. but questions now remain about when the school decided to bring in help and about how long that help took to arrive.

Response by the school and law enforcement was also met with criticism from the community and local leaders.

“The limited and delayed campus law enforcement response at UCLA last night was unacceptable — and it demands answers,” a spokesperson from Gov. Gavin Newsom’s office said in a statement. “As soon as it became clear that the state assistance was needed to support a local response, our office immediately deployed CHP personnel to campus.”

CHP said its officers were sent to the campus by 12:30 a.m. Wednesday, according to NBC LA.

In a statement sent at 12:40 a.m., Mary Osako, vice chancellor for UCLA strategic communications, said the school had “immediately called law enforcement for mutual aid support.” At 12:51 a.m. Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass said on X, formerly Twitter, that the LAPD was “responding immediately” to UCLA Chancellor Gene Block’s request for support on campus.

Media reports indicate that law enforcement began congregating on campus as the violence continued, but did not immediately intervene.

“Law enforcement sources said it took time for

sures expected to increase.

“Those who are found to have active TB disease or latent TB infection will be provided treatment,” according to the city. “The level of attention needed to contain the outbreak is well beyond the scope of the department’s day-to-day work. The population of concern requires outreach and engagement,

necessitating significant staff time to perform multiple interactions.

“Screening and treating such a large number of people requires many resources. Declaring a public health emergency streamlines the department’s ability to quickly secure resources and take additional action to contain the outbreak.”

the LAPD, CHP and other agencies to mobilize the large number of officers needed,” the LA Times reported. By the time police moved in at around 1:30 a.m., many counter-protesters had already vacated the premises but clashes

continued until 3 a.m.

“We are still gathering information about the attack on the encampment last night, and I can assure you that we will conduct a thorough investigation that may lead to arrests, expulsions and dismissals,” Block

said in a statement

afternoon.

are also carefully examining our own security processes in light of recent events. ...

is a

our campus’ history. We will restore a safe learning environment at UCLA.”

Wednesday

“We

This

dark chapter in

Pro-Palestine demonstrators clash with police attempting to breach the protesters’ encampment. | Photo courtesy of Unknown author/Wikimedia Commons (CC BY 4.0)

ery Cube Orange County is located at 2500 N. Main St., Santa Ana, CA 92705 and is open Monday to Sunday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Discovery Cube OC. | Photo by Sergei Gussev CC BY 2.0 DEED

With commencement ceremonies a week away and pro-Palestine protests continuing, USC is following updated campusentry procedures Friday as it remains under a state of heightened security.

According to the university Department of Public Safety, vehicle and pedestrian access to the campus is available at the McCarthy and McClintock entrances. The entry at Watt Way is not open, but DPS officials said it or other locations may be used as exits to help relieve vehicle congestion.

A separate, temporary interior perimeter fence is in place, with pedestrian access available at McCarthy Way and the quad; Watt Way and 34th Street; and McClintock Avenue and Childs Way.

Entry is still limited to students and employees with IDs. Pre-registered guests must show a QR code available from the visitor.usc. edu website, as well as a government-issued ID.

University officials said all bags will be subject to search. People wearing masks will be asked to lower them briefly to verify identification, according to the university.

Conditions on the USC campus have remained relatively calm in recent days, a far cry from the scene last week when 93 people were arrested following a mass protest and attempted occupation of Alumni Park.

On Wednesday, dozens of USC faculty members held a march through the campus in support of

With commencement nearing, USC adjusts campus security amid protests

protesters, calling in part for amnesty for those who were arrested last week.

The Wednesday march remained peaceful, with some students joining the faculty in the late-afternoon procession. It happened hours after a virtual meeting that was held between members of the campus Academic Senate and USC President Carol Folt, who was joined by Provost Andrew Guzman. Folt wrote on social media Wednesday afternoon that the meeting was “to explain our reasoning and answer their thoughtful and direct questions about our recent decisions.”

“Rich & sometimes opposing views are essential to a great university,” Folt wrote. “Trust is built every day & we hope this was a step forward.”

Some additional protesters marched on the outskirts of USC Wednesday night. Organizers of a May Day rally and march that began in MacArthur Park late Wednesday afternoon had previously announced plans to walk to the campus in a show of support for protesters.

Folt on Tuesday met for a second straight day with representatives of the protesters who have been demonstrating on the campus over the past week. The session appeared to have limited results, with protesters continuing to press their demands, which include divestment from Israel and from companies with financial ties to Israel.

“I had a second meeting today with the same group

the monument.” Padilla said the national monuments are home to “our greatest natural marvels.”

“I am thrilled to see President Biden exercise his authority to permanently protect the entire San Gabriel Mountains and formally incorporate Molok Luyuk and its thousands of years of tribal origin stories into the Berryessa Snow Mountain National Monument,” he said. “These monuments have fostered a lifelong connection to nature for millions of Californians, and their expansions will

By City News Service

from the encampment,”

Folt said in a statement Tuesday following the meeting. “We brought some very specific proposals that would address concerns they had about the endowment, which they have said is one of their most important issues. I deeply respect the passion they feel for their cause and recognize the pain and suffering taking place in our own community as well as in the Middle East. Unfortunately, they seemed more interested in having me issue a political statement in support of

we continue to have meaningful conversations,” she said, calling the dialogue “interesting and important.”

In a statement Tuesday night, the USC Divest from Death Coalition wrote it was “once again ... deeply disappointed” after its second meeting with Folt, General Counsel Beongsoo Kim and Vice President of Student Life Monique Allard.

According to the protesters, Folt told them “supposedly less than 2% of USC’s endowment is invested in companies actively contributing to the genocide,” which they calculated as $152 million.

their viewpoint as opposed to coming up with practical solutions to resolve the situation.”

Speaking to a reporter with the independent student-led media platform Annenberg Media after the meeting, Folt said, “I hope

ensure future generations can experience and enjoy them as well.

“This announcement will also usher in an important new era of cooperative stewardship between our federal land management agencies and tribal governments, and marks a significant milestone following decades of local efforts to safeguard these natural landscapes,” Luyuk said.

Sierra Club Executive Director Ben Jealous said expanding the monuments areas will have significant and immediate benefits for the communities, wildlife

“The administration is aware of where its money goes, and chooses to withhold information from its communities,” organizers wrote. “Transparency is within reach: they simply refuse and defer to bureaucratic internal processes

SGV Monument

and ecosystems of California.

“National monuments protect more than landscapes. They preserve the historical, cultural, and spiritual legacies of the people who have made this country what it is,” he said .

“Millions of people will have greater access to nature, vital habitat will be preserved for imperiled species, and critical water resources will be safeguarded for those who rely on them.”

Mary Luetta, Sierra Club’s California Field Organizing Strategist,

said, “These sacred lands are a place of refuge: for tens of millions of residents and visitors and for the rare and endangered wildlife who call these places home.

“Years of hard work from local Tribes, governments, activists, and Sierra Club leaders made this win possible. We’re thrilled that the San Gabriel Mountains and Berryessa Snow Mountain will now be protected for generations to come, and we look forward to continuing our work to expand access to nature for all Californians.”

that fail to meet any of our demands.”

Folt and other administrators also “refuse to acknowledge the genocide in Palestine,” organizers wrote, despite negotiators in the meeting “informing her of the numerous international bodies, genocide scholars, human rights organizations, and the overwhelming majority of the world who recognize its factual legitimacy.”

“We do not want a ‘political statement’ from USC, as Folt alleges in her inaccurate account of our meeting,” the statement read. “We demand a `practical solution’ in the form of divestments and disclosures.”

Protest participants have accused USC of inflaming the issue by canceling a commencement speech by pro-Palestinian valedictorian Asna Tabassum.

Although police broke up the attempted occupa-

tion of Alumni Park last week, protesters re-established a camp on the campus over the weekend, and it has been allowed to remain in place.

USC became a focal point of Southland Palestinian protests following its decision to cancel Tabassum’s commencement speech in response to complaints about online posts that critics called antisemitic. USC officials insisted the move was solely a security issue, not a political decision. As tensions continued mounting — leading to last Wednesday’s mass protest — the university eventually opted to cancel its May 10 main stage commencement in Alumni Park altogether, but vowed to move forward with the usual array of smaller satellite graduation ceremonies for the school’s individual colleges. Those ceremonies are set to begin May 8.

Image courtesy of USC Athletics/ Wikimedia Commons (CC BY-SA 4.0)

| Image courtesy of Sakiv/Wikimedia Commons (CC BY-SA 4.0)