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14+ min ago (976+ words) The U.S. Embassy says travelers should be mindful of Mexico's Level 2 advisory. The U.S. Embassy in Mexico has issued guidance to Americans headed to Mexico over the winter months, encouraging them to be mindful of the country's current Level 2 travel advisory and urging them to "exercise increased caution" due to "terrorism, crime, and kidnapping." The embassy shared advice for planning safe travel earlier this month, including "following the entry and exit requirements, reviewing local laws, and other travel guidance from the U.S. embassy or consulate." The Level 2 advisory -- outlined on the official State Department travel website -- applies to 17 Mexican states and notes that violent crimes include "homicide, kidnapping, carjacking, and robbery." "There is a risk of terrorist violence, including terrorist attacks and other activity in Mexico," it adds. Seven states including Baja California, Chiapas, Chihuahua, Guanajuato, Jalisco, Morelos, and Sonora have a Level…...

32+ min ago (163+ words) ALTADENA, Calif. (KABC) -- As Small Business Saturday kicks off in Southern California, people are being asked to head to Altadena to do their holiday shopping. With more than 9,000 structures lost in the Eaton Fire, the businesses in Altadena that survived not only lost their customers, but they lost their community. That's why the Altadena Chamber of Commerce is leading efforts to revive small businesses, urging residents and visitors to support local shops, especially during the holiday season. The chamber is hosting the Altadena Small Business Market on Saturday, which will feature multiple vendors, live music, food trucks and more. "Altadena is home," said Joy Potter, who runs The Robynn Joy Company with her husband, specializing in handcrafted aromatherapy and body care products. "It's where I grew up, where I was born, where I met my husband, where we raised our…...

1+ hour, 21+ min ago (162+ words) November 29, 2025 / 8:38 AM PST / CBS LA Nearly one year removed from the devastating Eaton Fire, "Small Business Saturday" means a little more to business owners in Altadena in 2025. The Altadena Chamber of Commerce on Saturday was set to host the Altadena Small Business Market, where visitors can expect to hear live music, enjoy food at locally owned pop-ups and have a family-friendly experience. Of course, the real star of the show will be the local businesses lining the streets. Business owners praised the Altadena community for its resiliency during a tough year. "This is a really special community and I think that we all support one another in some way or form," said Adriana Melina, the owner of clothing store Sidecca. "I think it's really important for people to come visit, come see what Altadena is and come help us rebuild....

2+ hour, 1+ min ago (609+ words) Jesille Jackson is a second-year Aerospace Engineering major at UCLA. With her degree, she desires to one day design aircrafts on the more electrical technical side of engineering. Despite having a STEM heavy major, she is more than just her engineering side. Jesille has a deep passion for writing, reading, fashion, and art. She is heavily involved in a lot of creative clubs around UCLA and hope to keep her passions alive with while balancing her engineering major. Throughout Jesille's page, you'll find different articles featuring her life experiences, being a student at UCLA, book recommendations and reviews, and other fun articles! What Living in Westwood, Los Angeles Has Taught Me That UCLA Hasn't Going to college and moving to a new city is daunting. There's a high likelihood that you don't know anyone and go into it rather blind....

2+ hour, 9+ min ago (29+ words) The city of Altadena is putting together a special event for "Small Business Saturday. Here's how you can support. Rick Montanez reports. Support Altadena's recovery on "Small Business Saturday"...

2+ hour, 24+ min ago (128+ words) On Saturday at 7:32 a.m. the National Weather Service issued a dense fog advisory in effect until 4 p.m. for 5 freeway through Grapevine. "Visibility one quarter mile or less in dense fog," can be anticipated according to the NWS Hanford CA. "Areas impacted include Interstate 5." "Low visibility could make driving conditions hazardous," the NWS said. "If driving, slow down, use your headlights, and leave plenty of distance ahead of you." To ensure you are staying in the correct lane, use the road's lane markings as a guide. In situations of near-zero visibility due to dense fog, activate your hazard lights and seek a secure location, such as a nearby business's parking lot, to pull over and come to a stop....

2+ hour, 31+ min ago (404+ words) With more than 6,000 species of California native plants, you would think that would be enough for a garden devoted exclusively to them. Yet occasionally you come across a plant with a pedigree that matches that of the most revered California native and, on top of that, is absolutely spectacular when in bloom " so much so that you cannot resist sneaking it into your garden that is otherwise restricted to species indigenous to this state. Texas sage is such a plant, and to see it in full bloom in November is to want it near your own front door, where it can be properly appreciated. "I'm primarily a native plant aficionado " mostly manzanita, Ceanothus, sage, buckwheat, etc. However, I wanted to write about Texas sage since you have devoted a column or two to purple bloomers, and this one is about…...

2+ hour, 44+ min ago (664+ words) Here's a riddle for you: What's the difference between racketeering and politics? Federal law, 18 U.S. Code Section 1861, defines racketeering activity to include "any act or threat" involving a long list of state and federal crimes. These may include obstruction of justice, obstruction of criminal investigations, money laundering, mail fraud, wire fraud, straw purchasers, extortion and certain false statements." It's stunningly similar to what's needed for a long and successful career in California politics. "There is absolutely nothing to suggest that California Attorney General Rob Bonta is guilty of any crime. The fact that he recently paid $468,228 from his re-election campaign account to a law firm with a practice area in "government investigations" is absolutely not indicative of any activity by the attorney general that is in any way illegal. Everything's fine. These are not the lawyers you call for a car…...

2+ hour, 47+ min ago (273+ words) Los Angeles County Beaches and Los Angeles County Inland Coast including Downtown Los Angeles are included in a dense fog advisory issued by the National Weather Service on Saturday at 7:09 a.m. The advisory is in effect until 9 a.m. Los Angeles County Beaches and Los Angeles County Inland Coast including Downtown Los Angeles are included in a dense fog advisory issued by the National Weather Service on Saturday at 7:09 a.m. The advisory is in effect until 9 a.m. The NWS Los Angeles/Oxnard CA says to expect, "Visibility one quarter mile or less in dense fog." "Low visibility could make driving conditions hazardous," the NWS said. "If driving, slow down, use your headlights, and leave plenty of distance ahead of you." Guidance from the NWS for navigating foggy conditions If a dense fog advisory is issued for your area, it means that widespread dense fog has…...

2+ hour, 59+ min ago (572+ words) By LAURAN NEERGAARD, Associated Press Our immune system has a dark side: It's supposed to fight off invaders to keep us healthy. But sometimes it turns traitor and attacks our own cells and tissues. What are called autoimmune diseases can affect just about every part of the body " and tens of millions of people. While most common in women, these diseases can strike anyone, adults or children, and they're on the rise. "This is probably the most exciting time that we've ever had to be in autoimmunity," said Dr. Amit Saxena, a rheumatologist at NYU Langone Health. Here are some things to know. They're also capricious: Even patients faring well for long periods can suddenly have a "flare" for no apparent reason. Many start with vague symptoms that come and go or mimic other illnesses. Many also have overlapping symptoms…...