Rick’s Sports Corner: Marin Grote, Blossoming In Seattle
Burroughs High two-sport standout finds her groove on the University of Washington women's volleyball team.
Burbank Unified Announces Credit/No Credit Grading For Spring Semester
BUSD announces plan to use Credit/No Credit grading for the spring semester, while several parents of high school students raise concerns and request the option of choosing a letter grade for the semester. Superintendent Matt Hill also lists resources and announcements for all BUSD students and families in his weekly email.
Rep. Schiff Honors Brenda Burroughs as One of 2020 Women of the Year
Schiff (D-Burbank) honored 15 inspiring women from communities in the 28th Congressional District
UMe Provides Essential Financial Services during Coronavirus
Good news from the hometown credit union helping Burbank citizens meet their financial needs during California’s shelter-in-place mandate
Longtime Parks and Recreation Leader Remembered
Toney Smith was known by many throughout the sports community around the city.
Rick’s Sports Corner: Miguel Malonzo, Amateur Boxer, Tough And Determined
Inspired by Manny Pacquiao, the only eight-weight division boxing champion, local boxer finds his own path.
Schiff Presses California Labor Agency to Open Application for Pandemic Unemployment Assistance Program
New Program Extends Unemployment Compensation to Freelance, Contract and Gig Workers; Benefits Retroactive to February
Lots of Spring Sports Questions Left Unanswered Due to COVID-19
Cancellation leaves many to ponder what could have happened if not for the pandemic.
Burbank Police to Celebrate Easter With ‘Stay at Home’ Egg Hunt
The Burbank Police Department is hoping to raise spirits over Easter weekend by promoting a “Stay at Home” Easter Egg Hunt
Burbank Unified Ponders Elimination Of Stage Craft Technology, Many CTE Programs
Since Measure I did not pass, the Burbank Unified School District must cut $3.8 million for the 2020-21 school year to balance the budget and one of the proposed cuts includes the elimination of the Stage Craft Technology program at Burbank and Burroughs High Schools. Parents, students and stakeholders are rallying support for the beloved, and as many see it, vital, program.


















