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PALMDALE, CA — The Palmdale Amphitheater will welcome legendary KISS bassist Gene Simmons and the Gene Simmons Band, along with special guest Great White, for a night of classic rock on Saturday, Sept. 5, at 8 p.m. at the Palmdale Amphitheater at 2723 Rancho Vista Blvd. Fans can get ready to “Rock and Roll All Nite” as the Gene Simmons Band takes the stage for a high-energy performance featuring heavy riffs, rock spectacles and hits made famous by one of the most iconic bands

LANCASTER, Calif. — Job seekers across the Antelope Valley will have an opportunity to meet with dozens of employers during the 17th Annual Job Search Network Job Fair, scheduled for Thursday, Sept. 3, 2026, in Lancaster. More than 60 employers are expected to participate in what organizers describe as one of the Antelope Valley’s largest job fairs. The event will take place from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at West Coast Baptist College, 44538 40th St. East, Lancaster. Admission and pa

LOS ANGELES – An aspiring rapper is among two defendants arrested – and a total of three defendants charged – in a 25-count federal grand jury indictment alleging they illegally possessed more than 50 stolen United States Treasury checks and hundreds of other checks belonging to individuals and businesses, totaling more than $8.1 million, then cashed and attempted to cash stolen checks at lenders throughout Southern California, the Justice Department announced today. Ada Will

PALMDALE, Calif. — A California bill named in memory of 8-year-old Palmdale resident Gabriel Fernandez is headed to Gov. Gavin Newsom’s desk after receiving unanimous support in the State Senate, marking another major step in an effort to strengthen protections for vulnerable children. Assembly Bill 2304, known as “Gabriel’s Law,” was authored by Assemblyman Tom Lackey, who represents the Antelope Valley, and was presented on the Senate floor by State Sen. Suzette Martinez Va

SACRAMENTO – Here’s a California public safety story you probably won’t see on Fox News – crime is way down. In fact, California just recorded its lowest homicide rate in state history, while every major statewide crime category declined in 2025. That did not happen by accident. Every major statewide crime rate declined in 2025 and California’s homicide rate is now 3.5 per 100,000 — the lowest recorded since statewide reporting began nearly six decades ago. That progress ref

SACRAMENTO — Governor Gavin Newsom today launched “Made in California”, a new statewide labeling and marketing program to empower California manufacturers to capitalize on the state’s global reputation for quality. Whether the company makes surfboards or salsa, beer or biotech products, as long as it is substantially made in the Golden State, manufacturers big and small have the opportunity to add the valuable “Made in California” label to their products. And for consumers, t

The Los Angeles County Department of Public Health urges residents to take steps to stay cool and hydrated as high daytime temperatures and unusually warm overnight conditions are forecast to impact the region. Residents should check their specific neighborhood conditions using the NWS HeatRisk map. Taking precautions is the most important way to prevent heat-related illness, such as heat exhaustion, heat stroke, and heat cramps, as well as heat-related death. The National We

PALMDALE, Calif. — The Antelope Valley Hispanic Chamber of Commerce (AVHCC) is marking a leadership transition following this year’s California Hispanic Chambers of Commerce Convention and Installation, held in Oakland, California. AV Hispanic Chamber of Commerce President Sylvia Duarte attended the convention for the final time in her role as a regional director as she completes her term of service with the California Hispanic Chambers of Commerce. Duarte has represented the

Lancaster, CA.-MOAH is now accepting applications for the CEDAR Artist Collective, a free professional development cohort program for emerging and established artists. The program is open to local artists of all disciplines and career stages. The CEDAR Artist Collective supports artists in strengthening their creative practice, building professional skills, and engaging in peer-based learning and community dialogue. “The Antelope Valley is home to an incredible community of a

PALMDALE, CA — Local competitors will compete in Men’s, Women’s and Coed divisions during the Palmdale Cornhole Classic, with prizes awarded to the top teams in each division. The Palmdale Cornhole Classic is a doubles tournament featuring Men’s, Women’s and Coed divisions. Each team is guaranteed a minimum of two games and will compete for prizes in each division: First Place: $50 gift card Second Place: $30 gift card Third Place: $20 gift card Registration is $50 per team a