Second Rabid Raccoon Detected in LA County
Posted on 10/23/2026The Los Angeles County Department of Public Health is investigating a second rabies-positive raccoon found in the Westlake Village area of Los Angeles County.
Thankfully, this is not near Sylmar. Please use education and caution when you or your pets are near wildlife.
Are YOU Ready? El Niño? -- Preparación Para EL Niño
Posted on 10/23/2026Are you prepared for heavy rain, flooding, mudslides, and winter storms?
¿Está preparad@ para las lluvias fuertes, inundaciones, deslaves y tormentas invernales?
El Niño and Wet Weather Preparedness Webinar 10/28/26
Posted on 10/23/2026LA City Emergency Management Department is hosting multiple webinars for residents to learn how to prepare their home, family, and neighborhood for potential El Niño and wet weather impacts.
Register TODAY for next week's Wet Weather Preparedness Webinar, Wednesday, October 28 at 6 PM.
Ireland Bans Fireworks
Posted on 10/22/2026Ireland does not have a 4th of July, Independence Day, or a Cinco de Mayo. Believe it or not, Ireland's biggest holiday featuring major fireworks and large-scale public pyrotechnics is Halloween
7 Orange County parents charged with child endangerment in electric motorcycle incidents
Posted on 10/22/2026Seven parents in Orange County who were accused of allowing their children to illegally ride electric motorcycles on public roads were charged with child endangerment.
Story Credit KTLA News by: Vivian Chow
Public Health Confirms First Two Flu Deaths of the Season
Posted on 10/22/2026The Los Angeles County Department of Public Health has confirmed the first two influenza-associated deaths of the season in Los Angeles County. Both were older adults with pre-existing medical conditions.
El Niño Information - Councilwoman Monica Rodriguez
Posted on 10/21/2026From the office of LA City Councilwoman Monica Rodriguez -
As we face extreme weather from El Niño, please take a moment to review this checklist to protect your home, family, and vehicles.
Wishing you a Fun and Safe Halloween
Posted on 10/20/2026Practice essential safety rules for walking, costumes, and home setups to keep trick-or-treaters safe on Halloween.
To make Halloween a treat, follow these safety tips.
Halloween Pet Safety
Posted on 10/20/2026Halloween can be one of the spookiest times of the year, especially for our pets. With all the haunts and hubbub, keeping your pets safe doesn’t have to be tricky.
DWP High Bills? - Temporary Relief and how to investigate or file complaint.
Posted on 10/20/2026Temporary Relief on LA DWP bills & How to request an investigation or dispute a DWP charge - OR - file a complaint with the Public Utilities Commission.
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