Opinion: Doing Nothing About Vaccine Mandate is Not a Show of Leadership
The City Council made it clear that nothing was the best action.
Opinion: Council Approves Pay Raises to Firefighters That are Well Needed
City Council members have voted 5 to 0 to give firefighters and paramedics substantial raises as they fight to keep them in Burbank
Op/Ed: Why are BWP Electric Rates Going Up? An Expert Explains
Learn how changes in energy prices are contributing to the 8.5% (Fiscal Year 23/24) and 8% (Fiscal Year 24/25) increase in electric rates.
OPINION: It is time to Abolish the Police Commission
This is not the first time the Police Commission has asked the Council what to do but it should be the last time
Guest Column: Cities are shamed and bullied and the stability of all Burbank neighborhoods...
Senate Bills 9, 10 among others that if passed will have lasting social, economic well-being, and quality of life impacts on Burbank for generations to come
OP/ED: A BWP customer asks: Is the ECAC (Energy Cost Adjustment Charge) doubling my...
The Energy Cost Adjustment Charge (ECAC) charge has recently appeared as a line item on BWP customer bills, leaving many customers wondering if it is driving up their electric bills
Opinion: It’s Too Easy to Lose the Message When Using Profanity
Sure, you can yell, be rude, and swear at a City Council meeting. Afterwards, who remembers your point?
Op Ed – Moving Toward Greenhouse Gas Compliance and Ensuring Burbank’s Residents Continue to...
While proposed increases can be difficult for some community members, it is never our desire to charge more than we need to...
Opinion: Even in the Dark of Night, Holiday in the Park Shined Bright
After an absence due to the pandemic, the Magnolia Park Merchants brought back Holiday in the Park in a big way
Opinion: Bring Boards and Commissions Out of the Dark Ages and Make Them Accountable
Some Boards and Commissions meeting are not recorded and often operate in obscurity. It is also time to ask for yearly reports of what they have accomplished
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Adoptable Pet of the Week: Blankie
Say hello to big Blankie from the Burbank Animal Shelter. Who doesn’t love a big cozy Blankie that makes them feel safe and comfortable?
Burbank Crime Report – November 27 Edition
Burbank police reported 35 crimes to Crimemapping this past weekend
Burbank Police Department Seeks Suspect in Antisemitic Vandalism
Police are asking for help locating the suspect wanted for multiple hate crimes