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Newsom touts Bloomberg News endorsement of economic policies

By Joe Taglieri joet@beaconmedianews.com

Armed with a glowing column by a leading publication in the financial press that praised California's economic performance amid tenuous times at the national and global levels, Gov. Gavin Newsom on Monday fired back at critics behind headlines tracking the state's failings on a number of pressing issues.

Wildfires,droughts, floods, mass transportation, aging roads, education, homelessness, unaffordable housing, widening inequality and poverty — plus the exodus of billionaires, corporate headquarters and longtime residents — top the list of oft-repeated critiques against the termed-out governor who is considering

a run for the U.S. presidency in 2028.

According to the governor's office, "Under the Newsom administration, the California economy has continued to dominate, despite Trump’s failed economic policies and sustained political attacks by Murdoch’s right-wing media machine against the Golden State."

As Matthew Winkler, Bloomberg News editor in chief emeritus, recently wrote: “Of all the prevailing media narratives around Gavin Newsom, the one that is most conspicuous by its absence is how under its two-term governor California became the top performing economy not just among its 49 siblings but also any

developed nation. No wonder Elon Musk quietly sought Newsom’s help when the world’s richest man sought to move a bunch of Tesla Inc. engineers back to the state after relocating them to Texas."

Under the headline "Who Knew ‘Slick’ Gavin Newsom Was Such an Economic Maestro?" Winkler expounds on a long list of economic accomplishments since the governor's election in 2019, noting that California with population of 39 million people just supplanted Japan with 123 million as the world's fourth-largest economy.

The Bloomberg column reported that after Newsom

took office, the state's gross domestic product surged 40% to more than $4 trillion, accounting for more than 14% of U.S. output. This outpaced major economies including China, which expanded 32%, and Germany's 16% GDP growth.

The Trump administration questioned Bloomberg's conclusions, noting the recent exodus of people and businesses from the state.

“If California’s economy was doing so well under Gavin Newsom’s watch, millions of Californians would not have fled to GOP-led states like Texas and Florida over the past 10 years,” White House spokesman Kush Desai said

By Joe Taglieri joet@beaconmedianews.com

The Artemis II mission and its crew with a Southern California native at the helm were on their way back home on Tuesday after flying around the far side of the moon and the farthest distance from Earth that humans have ever traveled.

The spaceflight surpassed Apollo 13's previous distance record set in 1970 at 248,655 miles. Artiemis II set the record during its lunar flyby Monday, according to NASA. At its farthest point, the astronauts inside the Orion spacecraft will have traveled 252,756 miles, before looping back toward Earth, establishing the new record for human spaceflight.

The lunar loop took six hours and was the highlight of NASA's first mission to the moon since the Apollo era. Artemis II sent three Americans and a Canadian into lunar orbit as a step

toward a planned landing near the moon's south pole within two years.

The spacecraft is more than halfway done with its mission and was on a return trajectory toward Earth, with splashdown expected Friday off San Diego, NASA reported.

The mission launched Wednesday from Kennedy Space Center in Florida. Artemis II astronaut Victor Glover was born in Pomona, went to Ontario High School and graduated from Cal Poly San Luis Obispo. Glover is the pilot of the Orion spacecraft and is the first person of color on a lunar-mission crew.

Glover spent more than five months aboard the International Space Station in 2020-21, traveling there aboard SpaceX's first full crew rotation flight by a U.S. commercial spacecraft. That work made him the first Black

2 of 3 defendants acquitted in UCI protest trial

Two of three men who took part in pro-Palestinian protests on the UC Irvine campus nearly two years ago were acquitted Tuesday, while jurors deadlocked in favor of acquitting the third defendant.

Adel Shaker Hijazi, 42, and Jacob Andrew Hernandez, 33, were acquitted of misdemeanor refusal to disperse stemming from the May 15, 2024, protests on the campus. Jurors deadlocked 7-5 for acquitting Malik Alrefai, 25, of the same misdemeanor.

Jurors began deliberating at the end of the day Thursday and resumed Monday before reaching a verdict about 2:40 p.m. Tuesday.

By Paul Anderson, City News Service

to take it defendant by defendant," Haddad said.

"They acquitted (Hijazi) because they did not believe the prosecutor proved my client stayed beyond the dispersal order," Haddad said. "He was on bodycam (video footage) saying he was leaving when he was arrested."

Hernandez argued he was at the protest working as a journalist. He had to prove beyond a preponderance of the evidence that he was in attendance as a reporter, while prosecutors had to prove beyond a reasonable doubt he was not working press.

were peaceful and included students camping out with tents in the physical sciences quad, Bradbury said. But that changed on May 15, 2024, when a lecture hall was barricaded, he said.

Amendment rights."

James Henshaw of the Alternate Defender's Office, who represents Alrefai, said in his opening statement, "In this country, law enforcement doesn't get to decide how long someone can express their First Amendment rights."

Melody Haddad of the Alternate Defender's Office, who represents Hijazi, told City News Service her client was "certainly relieved, very happy."

The three defense attorneys representing the men "collaborated, and created a joint defense" of free speech, Haddad said.

The jury foreperson said the panel could not agree on whether it was an unlawful assembly, which would justify the dispersal order from law enforcement, according to Haddad.

"At that point they decided

Jurors also found there was "no clear and present danger of violence occurring immediately" when UCI police issued a dispersal order, Haddad said. They could not agree whether there was any criminal activity that prompted the dispersal order, she added.

Deputy District Attorney Matthew Bradbury said in his opening statement of the trial that the three were among 49 arrested when law enforcement shut down protests, which started April 29, 2024, in the aftermath of Israel's response to the Oct. 7, 2023, Hamas attacks.

The protests at UCI

Alrefai was still on scene at 6 p.m. Hernandez was there at 7 p.m., and Hijazi was at the protest at 7:24 p.m., Bradbury said. There was no evidence they resisted police, "but that's not what this case is about," he added.

Haddad said in her opening statement, "This case rests on our First Amendment rights to free speech and assembly."

Haddad said the only violence on the day in question came from law enforcement.

"They're not a threat to public safety," she said of protesters. "It was not an unlawful assembly. They're acting within their First

Henshaw said law enforcement that responded on May 15 "made assumptions" about what was happening in the lecture hall "and a rush to judgment."

He said prosecutors could not prove the protest was an "unlawful assembly."

Madeline Hart of the Orange County Public Defender's Office, who represents Hernandez, said in her opening statement that her client was on scene as a photo journalist.

The three defendants should be found not guilty "because they were present at a lawful, peaceful protest," Hart said.

Metro hosts listening sessions on Board of Directors composition

Metrohostedits secondlistening session Monday in Redondo Beach to hear from Los Angeles County residents about a proposal to alter the composition of its leadership board.

Since 1993, the Metro Board has been composed of 13 voting members, consisting of the five county supervisors, the LA mayor, and three mayoral appointees and four members representing the other 87 cities in the county by geographic area. In 2003, a non-voting member who represents the governor of

California was added.

In 2024, voters approved Measure G, the county's Government Structure, Ethics and Accountability Charter Amendment, which established an elected county executive, an independent Ethics Commission and expanded the Board of Supervisors from five to nine members.

Metro is exploring potential changes to its board to reflect the changes at the county level. Metro is also examining whether the board should have one or several members representing daily riders.

Metro Board Chair and Whittier City Councilman

Fernando Dutra established an Ad Hoc Board Composition Committee in February.

The committee will review the current composition of the board, gather input from Metro riders and evaluate possible recommendations regarding board membership.

The committee will oversee preparation of a report with final recommendations by June 30.

Metro will host its listening session at 5 p.m. at the Resi-

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dence Inn Conference Room, 2420 Marine Ave. in Redondo Beach. The meeting will be live-streamed via Zoom at zoomgov.com/j/1601341255.

An additional meeting was held Wednesday evening at Metro Headquarters, 1 Gateway Plaza, 3rd Floor Board Room. The meeting was also live-streamed via Zoom.

Future meetings are set for:

-- Thursday at 5 p.m., Salt Lake Park Community Center Lounge, 3401 E. Florence Ave., Huntington Park. Meeting

HEYSOCAL EVENTS CALENDAR

Spring Carnival

La Puente | Glendora Ave. & Mayor Dave Way, La Puente | April 9-12 | lapuente.org

Spring Carnival is back with rides, treats, live music, a car show, and games for all ages. Admission: free.

Pasadena International Film Festival

Laemmle NoHo 7 | 5240 Lankershim Blvd., North Hollywood | April 9-16 | pasadenafilmfestival.org

The thirteenth edition of the Pasadena International Film Festival (PIFF) returns to the NoHo Arts District presenting more than 160 films from over 12 countries. Panels, a nightly Passholders’ Lounge, and an “Old Hollywood Glamour”-themed closing night award ceremony are also scheduled. Festival entries include features, shorts, documentaries, and animated films. PIFF will also showcase films about the California wildfires such as the documentaries “Altadena: The Heart. The Art and The Soul,” “California is Burning," "Echoes of the Palisades,” “Going For Home,” and the music video “Embers.” Day pass: $35. PIFF gala and award ceremony: $59. All access pass: $99. Platinum pass: $299.

Autry After Hours

Autry Museum of the American West | 4700 Western Heritage Way, Los Angeles | April 9 | heautry.org

Enjoy live music, dancing, a full cash bar, food for purchase, and after-hours museum access. This event will feature live performances by Caravan 222 and Same Ol Smile. Same Ol’ Smile is a Los Angeles–based, six-piece, country-boogie band. General admission: $20. Seniors: $14. Children under 12: $8.

‘History

of the Tango’

Sierra Madre Playhouse | 87 W. Sierra Madre Blvd., Sierra Madre | April 10-11 | sierramadreplayhouse.org

Violinist Martin Chalifour, the recently retired Principal Concertmaster of the Los Angeles Philharmonic whose 30-year tenure with the orchestra is the longest in its history, continues his season-long residency at Sierra Madre Playhouse with back-to-back performances of “History of the Tango.” Chalifour, joined by multi-Grammy-nominated guitarist Mak Grgic, traces the evolution of Argentina’s most celebrated musical style in a program anchored by Astor Piazzolla’s “Histoire du Tango.” Tickets: $35.

‘Mean Girls’

La Mirada Theatre For The Performing Arts | 14900 La Mirada Blvd., La Mirada | April 10 - May 3 | lamiradatheatre.com

You don’t have to wear pink to this fetch musical but you should consider it if you don’t want to be personally victimized by Regina George. Adapted from Tina Fey’s hit 2004 film, “Mean Girls” was nominated for 12 Tony Awards. Tickets start at $13.20.

Cherry Blossom Festival

Barnes Park | 350 S. McPherrin Ave., Monterey Park | April 11-12 | montereypark.ca.gov

See, hear, and taste a bit of the Japanese and Japanese

American culture by watching traditional Japanese dancing, hearing the beats of the taiko drums, observing the various skills of martial arts, participating in a tea ceremony, or buying hand-made crafts or food with an Asian flair. Entry: free.

Sustainability Fair

Arroyo Seco Woodland & Wildlife Park | 100 Pasadena Ave., South Pasadena | April 11 | southpasadenaca.gov

This free, family-friendly event celebrates environmental stewardship and sustainable living. The event will feature plant swapping, a nature scavenger hunt, garden tours, a garden design workshop on creating water-wise landscapes and designing rain gardens, community booths and much more.

Candlelight: The Best of Bridgerton on Strings

Immanuel Presbyterian Church | 3300 Wilshire Blvd., Los Angeles | April 11 | feverup.com

Step into the world of Regency-era romance with Candlelight: The Best of Bridgerton on Strings, a magical live concert experience illuminated by the soft glow of candlelight. Performed by a talented string ensemble, this elegant evening features beloved music from Shondaland’s hit Netflix series Bridgerton, reimagined in a classical style for an intimate and atmospheric setting.

Yuri’s Night Los

Angeles

Griffith Observatory | 2800 East Observatory Road, Los Angeles | April 11 & May 4 | griffithobservatory.lacity. gov

Presented in partnership with Griffith Observatory Foundation, Yuri’s Night Los Angeles 2026 will be an all-day public celebration (noon to 10 p.m.) of the first human spaceflight. The day will feature astronaut talks, interactive exhibits, science demonstrations, and presentations. General admission is free and open to all ages.

Imaginology

OC Fair & Event Center | 88 Fair Drive, Costa Mesa | April 11-12 | ocfair.com

Science, technology, engineering, art and math come alive

in this free family event focused on hands-on learning. Imaginology features makeshops, demonstrations, competitions, hands-on activities and entertainment, as well as food and fun. Admission: free. Parking: $15.

Books & Blooms: A Vineyard Affair

Giracci Vineyards | 16162 Jackson Ranch Road, Silverado | April 12 | eventbrite.com

Wander through curated vendors featuring books, florals, handmade goods, art, gifts, and literary-inspired finds. Meet authors, connect with fellow readers, and soak in the cozy vineyard atmosphere. General admission: free. Full experience: $33.85, includes one Books & Blooms tote bag, one Kindle decorating craft, one pressed flower bookmark craft, one paint experience (drink sold separately).

Pasadena Festival of Tea

Storrier Stearns Japanese Garden | 270 Arlington Drive, Pasadena | April 12 | japanesegardenpasadena.com

From 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., explore the beautiful Japanese garden, sample tea, see tea ceremony demonstrations, and shop ceramic wares, antique and vintage items . General admission: $20. Children 12 and under: free.

Artwalk Guided Tour

Beverly Gardens Park - Lily Pond | 1300 Park Way, Beverly Hills | April 12 & 26 | beverlyhills.org

Join this leisurely stroll through Beverly Gardens Park and explore stunning art pieces from world renowned artists. Knowledgeable guides will provide insights into each artwork. Fee: $10.

Black Violin

Cerritos Center for the Performing Arts | 18000 Park Plaza Drive, Cerritos | April 13 | ccpa.cerritos.gov

The Grammy-nominated duo blends classical music and hip-hop in an electrifying way. They have just released their sixth album “Full Circle.” Tickets start at $43.70.

109th National Orange Show Fair

National Orange Show Events Center | 690 S. Arrowhead Ave., San Bernardino | April 15-19 | nationalorangeshow.com

The fair is back with a circus, pig races, live animal exhibits (shark, stingrays, sea lion, dog, reptile), camel rides, stock car races, art exhibits, carnival rides, fair food, live entertainment and more. Admission is free on opening day. Tickets: $5-$15.

CNN to host California gubernatorial debate next month

CNN will host a California gubernatorial primary debate in Los Angeles next month, offering voters a high-profile forum to hear directly from candidates in one of the nation's most closely watched races.

The two-hour debate on May 5 is scheduled to begin at 6 p.m. and will air live on CNN, CNN International and CNN en Español, with streaming available for subscribers, according to the network. Anchors Elex Michaelson and Kaitlan Collins will moderate.

The event comes as the race is entering its final stretch ahead of the primary election, with a wide field of candidates seeking to lead the nation's most populous state.

The Republicans in the race are podcaster and former television

By City News Service

host Steve Hilton, who received an endorsement Monday from President Donald Trump, and Riverside County Sheriff Chad Bianco.

Democratic candidates are former U.S. Health and Human Services secretary and California attorney general Xavier Becerra, San Jose Mayor Matt Mahan, former congresswoman Katie Porter, billionaire financier Tom Steyer, Rep. Eric Swalwell, D-Dublin, state Superintendent of Public Instruction Tony Thurmond, former Los Angeles mayor and Assembly speaker Antonio Villaraigosa and former state Controller Betty Yee. CNN said invitations to participate in the debate will be based on several criteria, including meeting requirements set by the

California secretary of state, raising or contributing at least $1 million to their campaign and demonstrating at least 3% support in qualifying polls.

The eligibility window will close April 27 at 6 p.m., and polls used to determine participation must be released between Feb. 1 and that date and meet CNN's standards.

The debate follows the cancellation of a previously scheduled gubernatorial debate at USC after criticism over its selection criteria. Organizers scrapped that event last month amid complaints that the formula used to determine participants was biased and excluded several major candidates, including Becerra, Thurmond, Villaraigosa and Yee.

UCLA routs South Carolina for 1st NCAA women's basketball championship

By City News Service

Afree celebration of UCLA's first NCAA women's basketball championship will be held Wednesday night at Pauley Pavilion.

An unprecedented defensive performance gave the Bruins the title as they became the first team to hold its opponent to under 30% shooting overall and under 15% shooting in 3-point shots in an NCAA championship game, men's or women's, according to the sports analytics website OptaSTATS.

South Carolina made 18 of 62 shots, 29%, including 2 of 15 3-point shots, 13.3%, in the 79-51 loss Sunday at Phoenix.

The 3-point shot was first used in the men's tournament in 1987 and in the women's tournament in 1988.

The 28-point margin was the third-largest among the 44 NCAA women's basketball championship games, behind Connecticut's 93-60 victory over Louisville in 2013 and the Huskies' 82-51 victory over Syracuse in 2016.

UCLA (37-1) never trailed, and were tied only once, 2-2.

18 shots in the first quarter, 16.67%, and 6 of 17 in the second, 35.29% in front of a crowd announced at 15,856 at Mortgage Matchup Center.

The Bruins led 21-10 after the first quarter and 36-23 at halftime, then outscored South Carolina, 29-5, in the third quarter, increasing their lead to 61-32 entering the fourth quarter.

The Bruins' biggest lead was 76-41 with 4:35 to play.

UCLA made 30 of 69 shots, 43.5%, including 8 of 19 3-point shots, 42.1%.

Junior guard Tessa Johnson scored 14 and freshman guard Agot Makeer 11 in 23 minutes off the bench as South Carolina (36-4) lost in the final for the second consecutive season.

"We just didn't have it today," said Staley, who coached the Gamecocks to NCAA championships in 2017, 2022 and 2024. "We tried, but we just didn't have it today. They were the better team today. Congratulations to them."

"We just knew we were going to win because of all the prep and work that we put in," said Bruins' center Lauren Betts, who was selected as the tournament's Most Outstanding Player. "When we find a way to play together and play selflessly, do what we do, no one can stop us."

The Gamecocks missed eight of their first nine shots as UCLA broke out to a 13-4 lead 4:51 into the game.

"I thought the first quarter, first half, we had a lot of people taking shots that aren't normal for us,"

South Carolina coach Dawn Staley said. "So we didn't do a good job of getting the people that probably was supposed to get some better looks the ball.

"But I think UCLA had a lot to do with it."

The Gamecocks made 3 of

Gabriela Jaquez led five Bruin starters in double figures with a game-high 21 points with fellow forward Gianna Kneepkens adding 15, Betts 14 and guards Charlisse Leger-Walker and Kiki Rice 10 each.

The game marked the end of the college careers for all five of UCLA's starters.

All the Bruins' points in the Final Four were scored by seniors or graduate students.

"I said I wanted to find uncommon, courageous women that were willing to make uncommon choices that maybe possibly could yield an uncommon result, and today it did," UCLA coach Cori Close said in her opening remarks in the postgame news conference while tearing up.

The Bruins completed the season on a schoolrecord 31-game winning streak.

Oddsmakers had made South Carolina a 3 1/2-point favorite. ESPN's Matchup Predictor gave the Gamecocks a 52.5% chance of winning, the Bruins a 47.5% chance.

The victory gave UCLA its 126th NCAA team championship, second behind Stanford's 138. USC is third 115 and Texas fourth with 60. The Bruins' 1995 softball championship was vacated by the NCAA Committee on Infractions and is not included in the total. Championships in the Football Bowl Subdivision and Association for Intercollegiate Athletics for Women, which conducted championships through 1982, are not included.

UCLA won the national championship in 1978 when the tournament was conducted by the AIAW. The NCAA began conducting a women's basketball tournament in 1982.

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Nala PHC-A-181

Meet Nala! This 1-year-old pit bull terrier mix at Pasadena Humane is a bit of a wallflower at first, but once she warms up, she'll melt right into you. She loves to lean in for pets, curl up close, and even doze off by your side. Easygoing and calm, she’s just as happy quietly observing the world as she is snuggled up with her people. Nala has lovely manners and enjoys simple training games. She knows “sit,” comes when called, and walks very well on her leash. She’s relaxed around other dogs and friendly with people. If you’re looking for a sweet, low-key companion, come meet Nala — she’s ready to find her forever family!

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Duarte

Duarte announces FY 2025–26 Street Rehabilitation Project

The City of Duarte has partnered with ONYX Pavement Company to move forward with its FY 2025–26 Street Rehabilitation Project to improve roadway conditions and enhance accessibility throughout the community. Work will include grinding and repaving asphalt streets, as well as reconstructing key concrete features such as ADA-compliant ramps and cross-gutters. Construction will take place in two phases: concrete improvements will work through April 17, 2026; grind and repave from April 20 through April 24, 2026. Work hours will be Monday through Friday, from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m., excluding holidays.

Monrovia

Veterans Community Picnic set for April 18

Join the Monrovia Public Library's annual Veterans Community Picnic on Saturday, April 18, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Library Park. The entire community is welcome to join in celebrating local veterans with music, kids' crafts, familyfriendly games, and a classic BBQ with free hotdogs and hamburgers for attendees. Community partners will also be on hand, including representatives from the Los Angeles County Department of Military and

Veterans Affairs, the Veteran Peer Access Network, and the Foothill Unity Center, sharing information about resources available to veterans in the area.

Long Beach

Long Beach unveils design for Cambodia Town Grand Entrance

The City of Long Beach has unveiled the design for the Cambodia Town Grand Entrance, a planned signature landmark that will celebrate Cambodia Town’s rich history and cultural contributions. The final design was revealed to the Cambodia Town community by Mayor Rex Richardson and Sixth District Councilwoman Dr. Suely Saro at the annual Cambodia Town Parade and Culture Festival at Long Beach City College (1305 E.Pacific Coast Hwy.) on Saturday. Cambodia Town, located along Anaheim Street between Atlantic and Junipero Avenues, is home to the largest Cambodian community in the United States. The district is home to many Khmer-owned businesses and serves as a hub for Cambodian art, music, cuisine and cultural heritage.

Glendale

Armat celebrates the Culinary Diaspora of Armenia

Glendale Library, Arts & Culture invites the public to join in celebration of Armenian culture, history, and heritage during a

community event highlighting the culinary diaspora of Armenia on Saturday from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Central Library. Armat, the Library’s annual celebration of Armenian culture, will focus on the variety of foods and flavors of the diaspora through samplings from local Glendale restaurants. Each restaurant will be offering a tasting of some of their specialties while supplies last. Visit www. eglendalelac.org/armenian for details on all events, resources, and more.

Orange County

Ex-Fountain Valley police officer charged with stealing thousands in court pay

A former Fountain Valley police officer has been charged with felony grand theft after he submitted timecards claiming he appeared in traffic court when in fact he was a no-show, and 27 different cases had to be dismissed because he failed to appear. Stuart Robert Chase, 50, of Corona, has been charged with one felony count of grand theft and one felony count of filing a false claim to a government entity. He faces a maximum sentence of three years in state prison. The Fountain Valley Police Department initiated an internal affairs investigation after finding irregularities on Chase’s timecard. The internal affairs review found that between August 4, 2021, and November 1, 2023, Chase was paid a total of $2,590.93 in overtime and comp time for 12 different

court dates that he reported to his department he attended but was recorded as “not present” by the court. In addition to the 12 court dates on which he failed to appear, Chase also failed to appear in traffic court 24 times while on duty during his regularly assigned shift.

OC Parks presents the 2026 Summer Concert Series and Sunset Cinema Film Series

The County of Orange and OC Parks have announced the lineup for the 2026 OC Parks Summer Concert Series and Sunset Cinema film series. All events are free to enjoy, with free parking and food and drink options available for purchase. OC Parks Summer Concert Series returns with nine free outdoor concerts Thursday evenings, July 9 to Sept. 3, from 5 to 8 p.m. OC Parks Sunset Cinema film series showcases a mix of recent hits and classic favorites at some of Orange County’s premiere parks. Enjoy 12 free movie screenings Friday nights, beginning June 5 through Aug. 28, at Carbon Canyon Regional Park, Craig Regional Park, Mason Regional Park, Yorba Regional Park, Laguna Niguel Regional Park, Irvine Regional Park and Bluff Park at Salt Creek Beach.

Riverside County

Riverside Art Market 2026 this Saturday

The Riverside Art Alliance’s 11th annual Riverside Art Market will again be located at White Park in downtown Riverside, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., and will feature 100 artists and artisans, art and other activities for children, art demonstrations, entertainment, food, beer and wine, and much more. Entertainment will be provided by Jesse

Aleman of Succs2BYou as MC and DJ, Dr. Ricardo Reyes Paz (classical guitarist), Mexican folk ballads, Stokoe Elementary and Promenade Choir, Frank Byrne, ballet folklorico, and Brinsbooth. There will also be a variety of food vendors, a beer and wine garden, live art demonstrations, a children’s pavilion and more.

City of Riverside

Aerospace Community Expo set for Saturday

Ready for takeoff? Students, families, and aspiring aviation professionals are invited to Riverside Airport for the annual Aerospace Community Expo on Saturday from 9 a.m. to noon. Explore aircraft, interactive exhibits, and cutting-edge technology while connecting with leaders in aviation, aerospace, and defense. Visit https://riversideca.gov/press/aerospacecommunity-expo for more information on the event. Young Eagle flights are free for kids with limited availability. Flight activities require preregistration and are available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Corona

Corona’s Music and Arts Festival set for April 18

The City of Corona will celebrate creativity, culture, and community with live music, local art, and interactive experiences for all ages at the 2nd Annual Music & Arts Festival on April 18 at Historic Civic Center from 1 to 6 p.m. This is a free event for the community. Pack your lawn chairs and blankets and enjoy a lineup of musicians and performers including Upstream, Tori Green, High D Boys, and No Jac. Attendees will also be able to explore unique works from local

artists, handcrafted goods, art workshops and creative exhibits. Take a walk inside of the Community Room at the Civic Center for the Art Show Showcase displaying art from residents. And don't miss out on the free artist workshop sessions hosted by Artist Collective. Paint like a professional and learn all the techniques of canvas creations with Artist Collective. The festival will also feature offerings from local food vendors and festival favorites throughout the day.

San Bernardino County

Free tax help available Thursday in Loma Linda

The San Bernardino county departments of Child Support Services and Transitional Assistance will host a community event on Thursday from 1 to 5 p.m. The Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program will be at the Child Support Services office in Loma Linda to provide free tax assistance to residents. Residents may qualify for free services if they earn $69,000 or less annually, have a disability, or have limited English proficiency. Child Support Services is located at 10417 Mountain View Ave. in Loma Linda To set an appointment for the event, call 877-410-8829.

City of San Bernardino

San Bernardino to celebrate Arbor, Earth Day Saturday

The City of San Bernardino will celebrate Arbor and Earth Day Saturday at 852 Pedley Road in San Bernardino from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. There will be tree giveaways, water conservation resources, mulch and compost giveaway (maximum two, 50-pound bags per household), environmental vendors and more.

Thus far, April has brought us very little in the way of April Showers, but there is much to do this month, and what beautiful weather to do it in. On Saturday, April 11, from 6 to 9 p.m. take a stroll throughout Old Town and sip, shop and support some of our local businesses. Tickets to the 9th Annual Monrovia Wine Walk are available at the Community Center, Charlie’s House and on the city’s website. Take the opportunity to venture into stores you have not had a chance to visit. Grab a group of friends and try some delicious wines and small bites as you get to know some of your neighbors, some of our small business owners and their staff. You can sit for a bit and listen to some

Monrovia

March 26

At 3:13 a.m., an officer patrolling the area of Mayflower and Duarte observed a bicyclist in violation of a vehicle code. A traffic stop was attempted, but the bicyclist refused to stop. Officers were able to convince the bicyclist to stop and the bicyclist was contacted. He was found to be in possession of a controlled substance. He was arrested and taken into custody.

At 11:48 a.m., a victim in the 2100 block of South Myrtle reported his vehicle stolen. This investigation is continuing.

At 4:11 pm, a caller in the area of Foothill and California reported vandalism to a utility box. This investigation is continuing.

At 6:40 p.m., a residential burglary was reported in the 1800 block of Encino. The suspects made entry through a bathroom window and stole property. This investigation is continuing.

At 8:36 p.m., an employee from

Old Town Monrovia report: Sip, shop & support

wonderful live music…maybe dance a bit. You can stop and pose for a myriad of photo opportunities. Perhaps along the way, you’ll buy a few must haves! Afterall, that is what the night is all about! Sipping, shopping and supporting our small businesses! Pre-sale ticket prices are $50; day of tickets are $65. This event is a lot of fun, whether you have a large group of friends or a date night out on the town. This event sells out, so do not wait until the last minute to purchase your tickets!

Saturday, April 18, is the Community Picnic to celebrate Veterans. This event is free for all ages and will be held at Library Park from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Celebrate local veterans with your community and enjoy music, crafts,

a business in the 700 block of East Huntington reported a male subject was concealing merchandise. Officers located the subject as he was exiting the business. An investigation revealed he was also in possession of a controlled substance. He was arrested and taken into custody.

At 11:13 p.m., a caller in the 600 block of South Myrtle reported a fight in progress. Upon arrival, officers determined that a female subject had become intoxicated and refused to pay her tab. When staff attempted to remove her, she began yelling, struck a patron, and threw bottles at others nearby. She was taken into custody, and while being escorted to jail, she kicked an officer.

March 27

At 1:33 p.m., a business in the 3300 block of Peck reported that it recently purchased a vehicle from a tow company. After submitting paperwork to the DMV, the vehicle returned as stolen. This investigation is continuing.

At 6:37 p.m., a theft was reported in the area of

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family-friendly games and an all-American BBQ of hot dogs and hamburgers. Community partners will also be attending to share resources and information available to veterans in the area.

This year’s Neighborhood Conference is all about “THE POWER OF YOU!” On April 25 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., this free event hopes to connect residents, share valuable information and inspire all of us to become more involved in our community. There are workshops on AI Made Simple, Your Path to Civic Leadership, the Route 66 Centennial and Your Guide to Building in Monrovia. This event offers a free breakfast and lunch, prices, entertainment and lots of giveaways. The biggest giveaway is the

wealth of information shared at these events!

An annual favorite is coming to town soon! On Saturday, May 3, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., the 42nd Annual Historic Homes Tour is taking place. This year, paying homage to the Centennial of Route 66, the Historic Homes Tour is showcasing homes and businesses that follow the Mother Road of Route 66. Tickets are on sale now and can be purchased on the city’s website or in-person at Charlie’s House.

Also on May 3, is the centennial celebration of Route 66. This fun-for-thewhole-family event will take place at Recreation Park from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Street Rods forever will be hosting a car show. There will be live music, vendors, photo opportunities, a Route 66 exhibit, Route 66 merchandise, face painting and more! The museum is open from 1 to 4 p.m.

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Mayflower and Central. A juvenile reported leaving his electric bicycle unsecured outside a nearby business, after which a male subject took the bicycle and walked away. The victim later located the subject nearby and was able to recover the bicycle; the suspect then fled the area on foot. This investigation is continuing.

At 7:38 p.m., a caller in the area of White Oak and Primrose reported a vandalism incident. The reporting party stated three juvenile subjects were spray painting with graffiti before fleeing on foot. This investigation is continuing.

At 8:05 p.m., officers responded to a bicycle theft in the 100 block of West Foothill. This investigation is continuing.

At 9:05 p.m., a caller in the area of Peck and Duarte reported a subject using nitrous oxide. Officers arrived, located a vehicle with multiple subjects inside and made contact. The officers determined the subjects were in possession of multiple nitrous oxide tanks and balloons. They were arrested

and taken into custody.

At 9:14 p.m., an employee for a business in the 500 block of West Huntington reported a female subject was concealing merchandise. Officers arrived and located her outside the store. She was arrested and taken into custody.

March 28

At 12:56 a.m., an officer patrolling the 1800 block of South Shamrock saw freshly painted graffiti. This investigation is continuing.

At 5:11 p.m., a resident in the 900 block of West Colorado reported that her older son slapped her young son. Officers arrived and made contact with the parties involved. It was determined that the older son was in possession of a knife. He was becoming noncompliant and was taken to the ground without further incident. It was determined he was a danger to himself and others. He was transported to a medical facility for a mental evaluation.

March 29

At 8:16 p.m., several callers

in the area of Myrtle and Lemon reported an unresponsive adult male subject on a sidewalk. Officers and MFD responded and discovered a heavily intoxicated male subject, unable to care for himself. He was arrested and transported to the MPD jail to be held for a sobering period.

At 10:44 p.m., a resident in the 1600 block of South Magnolia reported a female subject opening packages at an apartment complex mailroom. Officers arrived and made contact with the subject. She was arrested and taken into custody.

March 30

At 2:50 a.m., a caller in the 100 block of West Foothill reported three individuals in a drive-thru who were refusing to leave. Officers responded and contacted the occupants. The driver was determined to be on probation and in violation of a court order prohibiting contact with the female front passenger. The female passenger was found to be in possession of a controlled substance, and the rear passenger was found to be concealing a controlled

Plenty to do these next few weeks. Some dates to remember are May 14 to May 17. Stay tuned for more information on our upcoming Monrovia Days Parade and celebration!

substance. All three individuals were arrested and taken into custody.

At 1:05 p.m., a theft was reported in the 1600 block of South Mountain. The subject was gone prior to the officers’ arrival. This investigation is continuing.

At 1:45 p.m., a victim in the 600 block of East Olive reported a domestic violence incident. Officers arrived and made contacts with the parties involved. An investigation determined the victim’s ex-boyfriend assaulted her. He was arrested and taken into custody.

At 4:02 p.m., a patron in the 300 block of South Myrtle reported a window was broken by an unknown subject. This investigation is continuing.

At 5:53 p.m., a victim in the 1400 block of Encino reported that she received a notification on her computer prompting her to call a phone number. During the call, she was instructed to purchase gift cards; however, she became suspicious and ended the call. This investigation is ongoing.

President Trump endorses Steve Hilton for California governor

By City News Service

California's gubernatorial candidates were reacting Monday to President Donald Trump's endorsement of Republican podcaster and former television host Steve Hilton in the state's gubernatorial race.

"I have known and respected Steve Hilton, who is running for governor of California, for many years," Trump wrote late Sunday night.

"He is a truly fine man, one who has watched as this once great state has gone to hell. Gavin Newscum and the Democrats have done an absolutely horrendous job. People are fleeing, crime is increasing, and taxes are the highest of any state in the country, maybe the world. Steve can turn it around, before it is too late, and, as president, I will help him to do so! With federal help, and a great governor, like Steve Hilton, California can be better than ever before! Steve Hilton has my COMPLETE & TOTAL ENDORSEMENT. He will be a GREAT governor and, importantly, WILL NEVER LET YOU DOWN!!!"

Hilton's campaign responded about an hour later.

"President Donald J. Trump just gave Steve Hilton his complete and total endorsement for governor of California," the Hilton campaign posted on X. "With President Trump's full backing and federal support, we are going to take California back and make it better than ever before!

"Thank you, Mr. President! This is the moment California has been waiting for!"

Hilton expanded on those thoughts in a statement provided to City News Service on Monday.

"I am honored to receive the endorsement of President Donald J. Trump," he said. "California should be the best place in the world to follow your dreams, raise a family, start and grow a business. We have everything we need to lead our country again. But after 16 years of one-party rule, we have the highest poverty rate, highest unemployment rate, and highest cost of living in America.

"I'm running to make our state Califordable: $3 gas, cut your electric bills in half, your first $100,000 tax free, a home you can afford to buy. We'll do that by putting common sense ahead of ideology, stopping fraud, waste, and abuse in our government, and cleaning up the corruption in Sacramento.

"I'm grateful for the president's support. Together, we can turn things around and make California truly Golden Again."

The 56-year-old Hilton is one of two Republicans among the 10 major candidates in the race, along with Riverside County Sheriff Chad Bianco.

The Democratic candidates are former U.S. Health and Human Services Secretary and California Attorney General Xavier Becerra, San Jose Mayor Matt Mahan, former U.S. congresswoman Katie Porter, billionaire financier Tom Steyer, Rep. Eric Swalwell, D-Dublin, state Superintendent of Public Instruction Tony Thurmond, former LA Mayor and

Assembly Speaker Antonio Villaraigosa, and former state Controller Betty Yee. Bianco responded to the president's endorsement Monday in a lengthy Instagram video.

"President Trump made his endorsement. That's his decision, but this race is about the future of California, not any one endorsement," Bianco said. "For too long politicians and insiders from Sacramento to Washington have tried to pick our leaders for us. That's not leadership, that's a coronation, and it's exactly how we ended up with the failed leadership Californians are living with today. ... Quite frankly, I have repeatedly said that a Fox News host courting

a president's endorsement will never win in California," he added.

"For me, this has never been about being the top Republican. I have promised to be a governor for all Californians. ... This fight has never been about Democrats personally. It's about fighting to change a failed, progressive Democrat agenda that has made us less safe and our lives more expensive. It's about a lower cost of living, cheaper gas, lower rent and house prices, cheaper groceries, less taxes and holding thieves, murderers, rapists and child molesters accountable."

Multiple Democratic candidates also chimed in.

"By endorsing Steve

REAL ESTATE

ThousandsofU.S. homeownersacross the country have been holding off on making a move because the housing market keeps sending mixed signals.

Hilton, Trump is telling Californians exactly what a Hilton governorship would look like: higher costs, a wrecked economy, and a Sacramento that does Trump's bidding, opens the door to ICE, and attacks our communities instead of defending them," Mahan said. "I'm running to do the opposite, to lower costs, invest in California's future, and stand up to Washington when it comes after us. The choice could not be more clear."

Steyer said: "California demands a leader who stands up to Trump and lowers costs, not one pushing the same failed MAGA agenda."

Porter issued the following statement on social media:

"If there was any doubt what this race is about, now it's certain: It's California values against MAGA. I'm running because voters are tired of the same old political games when the stakes are so much higher. They deserve a governor they can trust to fight for regular people, not just push policy agendas that only benefit corporate interests and the richest of the rich. I'm the only leading Democrat in this race who's never taken corporate PAC money or profited off corporate greed, and I've taken on Trump and his cronies and won."

Yee issued the following response: "Endorsed by one of the most divisive, unpopular and ineffective presidents in modern history? That's no badge of honor, it's more like a mark of shame. California voters are fed up with Trump's

By Richard Hadded for HomeLight via Stacker

HomeLight’s Top Agent Insights & Predictions Survey for 2026 was fielded between Dec. 2 and Dec. 9, 2025, through an online poll of over 850 real estate agents

across the country. Based on the survey, HomeLight has identified the top five home seller fears for 2026 and gathered expert tips on how you can overcome each one

to increase your chances of a successful home sale.

Fear No. 1: Selling for less than peak price

For many homeowners, the hardest part of selling

failed economic policies, reckless war and dangerous ICE raids, so we certainly don't want a new governor who follows Trump's old playbook.

"California voters are smarter than that. They deserve a governor who delivers results, protects rights and puts people first. That's the leadership I will provide."

Hilton was born in the United Kingdom and was an adviser to Prime Minister David Cameron before moving to California's Silicon Valley in 2012, becoming a U.S. citizen and teaching at Stanford University. Hilton hosted "The Next Revolution" on Fox News and has hosted a number of politically focused podcasts.

He is also the founder of Golden Together, a policy organization aimed at finding solutions for homelessness and other issues.

Hilton scheduled a news conference Tuesday morning near the steps of the state Capitol in Sacramento to discuss the endorsement and other issues.

Also Monday, CNN announced that a debate among some of the candidates will be held in Los Angeles on May 5. Details about the specific venue and who will participate will be released at a later date.

The top two vote getters in the June 2 primary, regardless of party affiliation, will square off in November's election to succeed Gov. Gavin Newsom, who is barred from running again due to term limits.

right now isn’t the transaction itself; it’s the emotional weight of feeling like they missed the market’s high point.

“Sellers worry less about the price itself and more about the feeling that they ‘missed

the peak,’” says Austin Moore, an agent in Longview, Texas. “It is an emotional hesitation. Even when their equity position is strong, they fear leaving money on the table compared to neighbors who sold at the top. The concern is not just price, it’s regret.”

Others are grappling with shifting conditions after the ultra-competitive seller’s markets of recent years.

“Sellers are concerned about getting top dollar in a declining market with fewer qualified buyers. But if a home sits on the market a long time, and a seller is reluctant to drop the price to gain more traction, they could be in a pickle,” explains Wanda Cox, an agent serving the Greater Tampa Bay, Florida, area. “Price drops may be necessary to win.”

While price growth has slowed in many areas, that doesn’t necessarily mean values and list prices are falling sharply. In fact, J.P. Morgan Global Research predicts that U.S. house prices will remain flat in 2026, with demand slightly improving.

In HomeLight’s survey, most agents agree that the market is normalizing and that realistic pricing is more important than ever.

How to overcome it

Rather than focusing on what your home might have sold for at the peak, shift your attention to:

• Your net proceeds today, including built-up equity.

• Localmarket momentum, not national headlines.

• Accurate pricing, which agents say is the No. 1 factor in how quickly a home sells.

Brandon King, an agent in Los Angeles, California, says that getting a peak price for your home starts with hiring an agent who employs advanced marketing strategies, offering you better options and modern tools.

“The reality is simple: Not all agents are equal. Choosing someone just because ‘you know them’ can leave tens of thousands of dollars on the table,” he cautions. “Technology, digital reach, and data-based targeting have changed how buyers discover homes. If an agent’s market-

ing approach hasn’t evolved, the seller pays the price.”

If you’re curious how much you might make from your home sale in 2026, many real estate companies offer free online net proceeds calculators.

Seller insight: A separate HomeLight survey found that the biggest mistake sellers make is overpricing.

Fear No. 2: Finding your next home after you sell

Selling is only half the journey. Many homeowners worry about what comes next, especially if they’re juggling two transactions at once or giving up a historically low mortgage rate.

“Sellers are worried about how long it will take to find the right buyer and what their own next move looks like,” says Robert Masoudpour, a Marietta, Georgia, agent with 24 years of experience. “Many want to sell but feel uncertain about timing, pricing, and giving up their low mortgage rate.”

Others fear getting stuck between homes.

“The combination of selling and buying at the same time creates fear of getting stuck with a home they don’t want,” says Jennifer Belmore, an agent in Vancouver, Washington.

These concerns are common but solvable with the right planning and expertise.

How to overcome it

In reality, today’s sellers have more flexibility than ever. Your options may include:

• Sale contingencies or rent-back agreements that give you extra time.

• Careful timing strategies guided by a knowledgeable agent.

• Modern buy-beforeyou-sell or bridge solutions that let you secure your next home first.

A buy-before-you-sell program lets you unlock equity in your current home, streamlining the entire buy-sell process. You can make a strong, noncontingent offer on your new home and only move once.

“Many sellers find using a buy-before-you-sell option is the easiest way to make a move that fits their goals for buying and selling a home in our current market,” says Ann Adams, an agent in Chandler,

Home seller fears

Arizona. “Better homes are available to pick from now, too, so you can find what you really want.”

With preparation, expert guidance, and innovative new programs, you can coordinate both moves smoothly and avoid that feeling of being in limbo.

Seller insight: If you want to avoid a double move or making a contingent offer on your new house, talk to your agent or lender about the different strategies to buy before you sell.

Fear No. 3: Affording the move to your next home

For homeowners with mortgage rates near 2% or 3%, today’s higher borrowing costs can make moving feel financially daunting.

“Many homeowners don’t want to give up a 2%–3% mortgage rate only to buy again at double the rate or more,” says Jim DeHaan, an agent in Grand Rapids, Michigan.

Some also worry about paying more for a home that still needs updates.

“If they sell, they worry that they’ll have to pay more for a less updated home at a higher interest rate,” says Maggy Calhoun, an agent serving the Atlanta, Georgia, area.

In certain areas, rising taxes and homeowners insurance costs are adding to the hesitation.

How to overcome it

Even in a higher-rate environment, many sellers successfully make their next move by:

• Leveraging accumulated equity to reduce or eliminate a new mortgage.

• Downsizing or relocating to a more affordable area.

• Exploring concessions,

strengthen in 2026.

How to overcome it

Uncertainty doesn’t automatically mean it’s a bad time to sell. In fact:

• Buyer demand still exists, especially for well-priced and turnkey homes.

• Inventory is expected to rise, bringing more balanced conditions.

• Smart strategies matter more than perfect timing.

rate buydowns, or creative financing.

“Homeowners who are buying can use some of their current equity to buy points to lower their interest rate on the new purchase,” notes DeHaan.

“Or they can ask the seller [of the new home] to pay for an interest rate buydown.”

As a seller, you might consider offering to fund a rate buydown to attract more offers, especially in markets where rising property prices, elevated taxes, or home insurance costs are adding to buyer hesitation.

Seller insight: The HomeLight survey found that sellerfunded rate buydowns are one of the top incentives being offered in the current market.

Fear No. 4: Market uncertainty or economic fears

Economic headlines, interest rate changes, and recession talk have left many households cautious about making big decisions.

“Market uncertainty and economic fears are combining with the affordability concerns tied to moving elsewhere,” says Leila Torres Drewes, an agent on the Miranda Team in Burbank, California. “Add to this the fact that [for many], health insurance rates are doubling — people are hurting.”

Walt Reinhardt, an Austin, Texas agent, agrees. “[With] so much uncertainty in the economy, a lot of people are frozen and afraid to make a move.”

So what can you expect if you step into the market? Nearly half of survey agents (47%) predict that economic growth will remain slow throughout 2026, but they do not foresee a recession on the horizon. Another 20% of surveyed agents expect the economy will actually

going, not where you have been.”

How to overcome it

History shows that life timing usually matters more than market timing. You may benefit from selling when:

• Your financial goals make sense.

• Your next move is clear.

• Your local market conditions support a strong sale.

If a higher interest rate and monthly payments are playing a role in your doubts, Cypress, Texas, agent Herma Hayes reminds her clients that current interest rates are temporary, and the equity you have now can give you additional leverage.

“Don’t wait to move. Sell now and find the home you want. It is a buyer's market,” she advises. “You can refinance the loan later. You will have a large amount to put down [from your equity], so you may not need to borrow as much as you think.”

“The housing market is like the weather; can you control it?” says Miami, Florida, agent Hugo Barragan. “Therefore, be flexible, be open, follow your instincts, and enjoy all the amazing opportunities sitting out there waiting for you to show up.”

Focusing on your immediate home needs, your current assets, and what you can control (e.g., pricing, preparation, marketing) often matters more than predicting the economy.

Seller insight: Consult with an experienced local real estate agent or use a data-driven calculator to help you gauge the market before listing your home for sale.

Fear No. 5: Trying to time the market perfectly

Many sellers hesitate, hoping prices or rates will shift in their favor. The challenge? Perfect timing is nearly impossible, even for experienced professionals.

“Some sellers say, ‘I’ll wait for the market to go back up,’” says Claudia Marion, an agent in the Las Vegas, Nevada, area. “If you have been waiting the last two years, what will waiting longer do for you? Life changes. Look at the lifestyle, not the interest rate. Look at where you are

“It is nearly impossible to time the market,” says James Bowerman, an agent serving Pasadena, Maryland. “Those waiting for mortgage rates to drop will likely never move or end up in a competitive market with lower supply and higher home prices.”

“It’s important to let lifestyle needs guide your decisions rather than waiting for the ‘perfect' rate or the ‘perfect’ time,” says Janet McAllister, an agent in Ann Arbor, Michigan, with 20 years of experience. “Sellers should also recognize the real value their home has gained from years of equity growth, improvement, care, and enjoyment — its worth extends far beyond interestrate trends.”

Seller insight: Surveyed agents agree that a wellpriced, well-prepared, and well-cared-for home can succeed in almost any market cycle.

Partner with an expert to tackle your home seller fears

While fears about price, timing, affordability, and uncertainty are real, they’re also manageable with the right information and guidance. And with most agents expressing optimism about the 2026 market, many sellers may find new opportunities waiting on the other side of hesitation.

“Timing the market is always hard and often perilous, but moving makes the most sense when one’s life says it makes the most sense,” says David Worters, an agent in Raleigh, North Carolina. “Interest rates ebb and flow, as do prices, and I’m always a proponent of putting life first. When it’s time, it’s time.”

This story was produced by HomeLight and reviewed and distributed by Stacker.

Re-published with CC BY-NC 4.0 License.

$64B deal proposed for Universal Music Group

By City News Service

UniversalMusic Group, which has its operational headquarters in Santa Monica, received a takeover proposal Tuesday valued at roughly $64 billion from billionaire investor Bill Ackman's Pershing Square.

The deal would combine Universal Music Group (UMG) with Pershing Square's acquisition vehicle in a transaction that could result in the company being listed on a U.S. stock exchange.

Universal Music Group, the world's largest music company, represents major artists including Taylor Swift, Kendrick Lamar and Sabrina Carpenter, and operates wellknown labels such as EMI and Island Records.

Sir Lucian Grainge, chairman and chief executive officer of Universal Music Group, was praised by Ackman for his leadership of the company.

"Sir Lucian Grainge and the company's management have done an excellent job nurturing and continuing to build a world-class artist roster and generating strong business performance," Ackman said in a statement. "However, UMG's stock price has languished due to a combination of issues that are unrelated to the performance of its music business and importantly, all of them can be addressed with this transaction."

Universal Music Group has not publicly responded to the proposal.

Ackman's firm already holds a stake in the company and has previously pushed for changes aimed at boosting its valuation, including a potential shift to a U.S. listing.

The proposed transaction would involve a mix of cash and stock and would need approval from UMG's board, major sharehold-

ers and regulators before it could be completed.

Ackman, speaking on a conference call Tuesday, said he recently met with Grainge to discuss the proposed deal and that Grainge encouraged him to proceed, according to a Reuters report.

He also proposed adding new board members, including former talent agent Michael Ovitz as chair, along with two representatives from Pershing Square, the report said.

Major labels are facing challenges, including slower growth in music streaming and ongoing debates over royalty payments from platforms such as Spotify and Apple Music.

The industry is also contending with the rise of artificial intelligence, including concerns over AI-generated music and deepfakes that mimic established artists.

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in a statement to HeySoCal. com.

Among the accomplishments listed in the Bloomberg column, California is 12% of the U.S. population and drove more than 40% of growth in the U.S. stock market value.

“California accounted for 70 percentage points, more than triple No. 2 Washington (20 points), almost five times No. 3 Texas (15 points) and No. 4 New York (13 points) and almost 12 times No. 5 Ohio (6 points),” according to Bloomberg.

California-based companies spent $527 billion annually on acquisitions during Newsom’s tenure, almost three times the $179 billion spent annually in the 20 years prior to 2019, the column reported.

Talent hub California's "talent pipeline" was also a on the Bloomberg list.

“California's not-sosecret sauce happens to be the diversity between its citizens' ears instead of the fossil fuels generating the biggest share of Texas growth,” Winkler wrote.

The state's more than 600 colleges and universities make California peerless in the breadth of higher education availability compared with U.S. states or any of the world's developed economies.

California has the highest enrollment in higher education that creates a leading "talent pipeline," with one college or university for every 64,000 citizens, more than the UK and Germany, according to the governor's office.

The Bloomberg column also noted that California produces more engineers

than any other state, reporting that “investors in California are getting 11% of their return from the University of California, the Los Angeles Unified School District and California State University.”

Industry leaders According to Newsom, California’s industries are fueling the nation.

Bloomberg reported the industries contributing most to that state's economic performance.

Technology firms based in California lead the nationwide industry with 41 companies generating a 603% total return over the past decade — four times the gain of their global peers in the past two, three and five years.

California makes up 62% of all U.S. venture capital funding and did 31.5% of venture capital deals last year. “The runner-up in 2025 was New York with 13.3%. Massachusetts was next, just ahead of Texas — both below 6%,“ according to Bloomberg.

Health care contributed 52% to the state's GDP last year, "despite MAGA attacks on the industry," according to Newsom's office.

The column noted that “California's uninsured rate declined to a record-low 6.4% in 2023, the largest drop in the US, from more than 17% a decade ago, helped by the Covered California and Medi-Cal expanded coverage programs.”

Infrastructure and trade keep the U.S. economy moving due to the Newsom administration’s infrastructure investments, according to the governor's office.

The Port of Los Angeles is the nation's "gateway to

global trade, handling more than $300 billion of cargo annually,” Winkler wrote.

Clean energy and clean transportation are helping California maintain its future-facing dominance, officials said. The largest eight clean companies in the state have seen their stock value rise 56% on average since 2019, compared with 40% for their global counterparts.

“Their 7% average annual gain in revenue crushes the 5% global average," Winkler wrote. "California renewable energy companies will see 17% revenue growth in the coming year, more than doubling the 7% increase of global peers, according to analyst estimates.“

State officials called on the public to "Forget the political attacks. Industry knows its breadwinners are in the Golden State."

The Bloomberg column reported an exchange between Newsom and Elon Musk, the CEO of Tesla and a former Trump adviser.

“Even after Musk ... decried California as ‘a land of taxes, over-regulation and litigation’ when he moved the company’s headquarters along with its research and development leadership to Texas in 2021, the world’s richest person admitted a year later that Tesla couldn’t succeed without California-based engineers," Winkler wrote.

“'I will never forget' when Musk 'called me,'" Newsom told Bloomberg. “He said, 'I'm surprised you're picking up the phone. I may actually ask you for some help' because 'I can't find the talent in Texas. Don't say a word.’” Musk did not respond to a request for comment.

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Rosemead City Notices

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING BEFORE THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD ON APRIL 21, 2026

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Rosemead City Council will conduct a public hearing on Tuesday, April 21, 2026, at 7:00 PM, at Rosemead City Hall, located at 8838 East Valley Boulevard, Rosemead. Comments may be submitted in person, virtually, or via email at publiccomment@rosemeadca.gov. Emailed comments must be submitted by 5:00 p.m. on April 21, 2026. All comments are public record and will be recorded in the official record of the City. If you have a request for an accommodation under the ADA, please contact Ericka Hernandez, City Clerk, at (626) 569-2100.

CASE NO.: MUNICIPAL CODE AMENDMENT 25-01 (MCA 25-01 (ORDINANCE NO. 1032)) AND ORDINANCE NO. 1033 - MCA 25-01 (Ordinance No. 1032) and Ordinance No. 1033 are City initiated amendments to the Rosemead Municipal Code (RMC) to update Chapter 17.54 (Wireless Telecommunication Facilities) and append Chapter 12.54 (Wireless Telecommunication Facilities in the Public Right-of-Way) to the RMC in order to bring the City’s municipal code up to compliance with Federal and State laws. The project, including the proposed amendments, conjointly regulate wireless telecommunications facilities on private property and within the right-of-way, establish fees for processing of wireless telecommunication facilities applications, and would allow greater flexibility and responsiveness to Federal and State laws while still preserving the City’s traditional land use authority to the maximum extent practicable.

On March 2, 2026, the Planning Commission conducted a duly noticed and advertised public hearing to receive oral and written testimony relative to MCA 25-01 (Ordinance No. 1032). After considering all public testimony, the Planning Commission adopted Planning Commission Resolution 26-01 and recommended that the City Council adopt Ordinance No. 1032 for the approval of MCA 25-01.

ENVIRONMENTAL DETERMINATION: MCA 25-01 (Ordinance No. 1032) and Ordinance No. 1033 are not subject to the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to Sections 15060(c)(2) (the activity will not result in a direct or reasonably foreseeable indirect physical change in the environment) and 15060(c)(3) (the activity is not a project as defined in Section 15378) of the CEQA Guidelines, California Code of Regulations, Title 14, Chapter 3, because the ordinances have no potential for resulting in physical change to the environment, directly or indirectly.

Pursuant to Government Code Section 65009(b), if this matter is subsequently challenged in court, the challenge may be limited to only those issues raised at the public hearing described in this notice or in written correspondence delivered to the City of Rosemead at, or prior to, the public hearing.

For further details on this proposal or to review pertinent information, please contact Richard Marshalian, Planning and Economic Development Manager, at (626) 569-2143 or rmarshalian@rosemeadca. gov. In addition, the City Council Agenda and Staff Report will be available on the City’s website under “Meeting and Agenda” (www.rosemeadca.gov) at least 72 hours in advance of the public hearing. Any person interested in the above proceedings may appear at the time and place indicated above to testify in support of, or in opposition to, the item(s) indicated in this notice.

Notice and Publication Date: April 9, 2026

ROSEMEAD READER

Probate Notices

NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF: JOAN ELIZABETH SMOTHERS

CASE NO. 26STPB03173

To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the WILL or estate, or both of JOAN ELIZABETH SMOTHERS.

A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by MICHAEL JOHN FORSMAN in the Superior Court of California, County of LOS ANGELES.

THE PETITION FOR PROBATE requests that MICHAEL JOHN FORSMAN be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent.

THE PETITION requests the decedent's WILL and codicils, if any, be admitted to probate. The WILL and any codicils are available for examination in the file kept by the court.

THE PETITION requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administration of Estates Act. (This authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval. Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action.) The independent administration authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority.

A HEARING on the petition will be held in this court as follows:

04/23/26 at 8:30AM in Dept. 11 located at 111 N. HILL ST., LOS ANGELES, CA 90012

IF YOU OBJECT to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney.

IF YOU ARE A CREDITOR or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of first issuance of letters to a general personal representative, as defined in section 58(b) of the California Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of a notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code.

Other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in California law.

YOU MAY EXAMINE the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a Request for Special Notice (form DE-154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk.

Attorney for Petitioner

DANIEL B. BURBOTT - SBN 279759

GAUDY LAW INC.

267 D STREET UPLAND CA 91786

Telephone (909) 982-3199 4/2, 4/6, 4/9/26

CNS-4027022# AZUSA BEACON

NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF:

JAMES EVERETT THOMAS AKA

JAMES E. THOMAS CASE NO. 26STPB03584

To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the WILL or estate, or both of JAMES EVERETT THOMAS AKA

JAMES E. THOMAS.

A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by RICHARD WILLIAM THOMAS in the Superior Court of

by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a Request for Special Notice (form DE-154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk.

Attorney for Petitioner

JILLIAN C. KINSEY, ESQ. - SBN 296426

ALBRECHT & BARNEY LAW CORPORATION

1 PARK PLAZA, SUITE 900 IRVINE CA 92614

Telephone (949) 263-1040 BSC 228281 4/9, 4/13, 4/16/26

CNS-4030050# ARCADIA WEEKLY

Public Notices

ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME PETITION OF Mark Ian Dioquino FOR CHANGE OF NAME CASE NUMBER: 26NNCP00190 Superior Court of California, County of Los Angeles 600 East Broadway, Glendale, Ca 91206, North Central Judicial District TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: 1. Petitioner Mark Ian Dioquino filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Present name a. OF Mark Ian Dioquino to Proposed name Markian Dioquino Soriano 2. THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter shall appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted. Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file a written objection that includes the reason for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing NOTICE OF HEARING a. Date: 05/20/2026 Time: 8:30AM Dept: D. The address of the court is same as noted above. 3. a. A copy of this Order to Show Cause shall be published at least once each week for four successive weeks prior to the day set for hearing on the petition in the following newspaper of general circulation, printed in this county: San Gabriel Sun DATED: March 16, 2026 Roberto Longoria JUDGE OF THE SUPERIOR COURT Pub. March 19, 26, April 2, 9, 2026 SAN GABRIEL SUN

NOTICE OF LIEN SALE

California, County of LOS ANGELES.

THE PETITION FOR PROBATE requests that RICHARD WILLIAM THOMAS be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent.

THE PETITION requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administration of Estates Act. (This authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval. Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action.) The independent administration authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority.

A HEARING on the petition will be held in this court as follows: 05/01/26 at 8:30AM in Dept. 67 located at 111 N. HILL ST., LOS ANGELES, CA 90012

IF YOU OBJECT to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney.

IF YOU ARE A CREDITOR or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of first issuance of letters to a general personal representative, as defined in section 58(b) of the California Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of a notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code. Other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in California law.

YOU MAY EXAMINE the file kept

(2) The name and business addresses of the seller are: AMY C TA AND BEN TA, 478 E. San Bernardino Road, Covina, CA 91723-1706

(3) The location in California of the chief executive office of the Seller is: Same as above

(4) The names and business address of the Buyer(s) are: TK BAKERY, CORP., 478 E. San Bernardino Road, Covina, CA 91723-1706.

(5) The location and general description of the assets to be sold are all fixture and equipment of that certain business located at: 478 E. San Bernardino Road, Covina, CA 91723-1706.

(6) The business name used by the seller(s) at that location is: A M A DONUTS.

(7) The anticipated date of the bulk sale is 04/27/26 at the office of Jade Escrow, Inc., 9604 Las Tunas Drive Temple City, CA 91780, Escrow No. 335487-BY, Escrow Officer: Betty Sit.

(8) Claims may be filed with Same as "7" above.

(9) The last date for filing claims is 04/24/26.

(10) This Bulk Sale is subject to Section 6106.2 of the Uniform Commercial Code.

(11) As listed by the Seller, all other business names and addresses used by the Seller within three years before the date such list was sent or delivered to the Buyer are: none

Dated: March 10, 2026

Transferees: TK BAKERY, CORP., a California Corporation /S/ By: KIMTEANG TEA, President 4/9/26

CNS-4029586# AZUSA BEACON

NOTICE OF LIEN SALE

Notice is given that pursuant to sections 21700-21713 of the Business and Professions Code, Section 2328 of the Commercial Code, Section 535 of the Penal Code, that

Arcadia Self Storage, 35 W Huntington Dr, Arcadia CA 91007

STORQUEST SELF STORAGE –Notice is hereby given, StorQuest Self Storage - 454 W Baseline Rd. Claremont, CA 91711 will sell at public sale by competitive bidding the personal property of: Ersell Reid. Property to be sold: Misc. household goods, furniture, tools, clothes, boxes, & personal contents. Auction Company: www.storagetreasures.com . The Sale ends at 12:00 PM on April 17th, 2026 . Goods must be paid in CASH and removed at the time of the sale. Sale is subject to cancellation in the event of settlement between owner and obligated party.

STORQUEST SELF STORAGE-CLAREMONT 454 W Baseline Rd Claremont, CA 91711

Publish April 2, 2026 & April 9, 2026 IN THE AZUSA BEACON

NOTICE TO CREDITORS OF BULK SALE (UCC Sec. 6105) Escrow No. CEG112177-BW

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a bulk sale is about to be made. The name(s), business address(es) of the Seller(s), are: STAR-MAX GROUP, INC. 18888 Labin Court Suite B101. Rowland Heights, CA 91748

Doing Business as: LOBSTER BAY RESTAURANT

All other business name(s) and address(es) used by the Seller(s) within three years, as stated by the Seller(s), is/are: NONE

The location in California of the Chief Executive Officer of the Seller(s) is: NONE

The name(s) and address of the Buyer(s) is/are: RH BIG SKY INC. 1415 Manchester Road, San Dimas, CA 91773

The assets to be sold are described in general as: RESTAURANT and are located at: 18888 Labin Court Suite B101, Rowland Heights, CA 91748

The bulk sale is intended to be consummated at the office of: Central Escrow Group, Inc., 515 West Garvey Ave., Suite 118, Monterey Park, CA 91754 and the anticipated sale date is 04/27/26

The bulk sale is subject to California Uniform Commercial Code

NAME: DESCRIPTION OF GOODS personal items, household goods, furniture, boxes, luggage, etc will be auctioned at 12pm, May 12, 2026, because of a delinquent account. Declaration in opposition to the lien sale, executed under penalty of perjury, has not been received by the owner on or prior to the date specified in the notice of lien sale that was sent a minimum of two weeks by certified mail or certificate of mailing. The sale shall be conducted in a commercially reasonable manner. After deducting the amount of the lien and costs of sale, the owner shall retain any excess proceeds of the sale on the occupant’s behalf. The occupant, or any other person having a court order or other judicial process against the property, may claim the excess proceeds, or a portion thereof sufficient to satisfy the particular claim, at any time within one year of the date of sale. Thereafter, the owner shall pay any remaining excess proceeds to the treasury of the county in which the sale was held.

Person of: George Kamin, Brian Algerete, Andreya Joseph, Daniel Lott, Veronica Olmedo

Publish April 9, 2026 & April 16, 2026 in THE ARCADIA WEEKLY

NOTICE TO CREDITORS OF BULK

SALE AND OF INTENTION TO TRANSFER ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE LICENSE

(U.C.C. 6101 et seq. and B & P 24074 et seq.) Escrow No. 024241-EF

Notice is hereby given that a bulk sale of assets and a transfer of alcoholic beverage license is about to be made.

The names and addresses of the Seller/ Licensee are:

Thu Thi An Nguyen, 10905-09 Garvey Avenue, El Monte, CA 91733

The Business is known as: 21 Grocery

The names and addresses of the Buyer/ Transferee are: Flamingo Market LLC, a California Limited Liability Company

As listed by the Seller/Licensee, all other business names and addresses used by the Seller/Licensee within three years before the date such list was sent or delivered to the Buyer/Transferee are: NONE

The assets to be sold are described in general as: Inventory, ABC license, Goodwill and Furniture, fixtures and equipment. and are located at: 10905-09 Garvey Avenue, El Monte, CA 91733

The kind of license to be transferred is: 20OFF -SALE BEER AND WINE now issued for the premises located at: 10905-09 Garvey Avenue, El Monte, CA 91733

The anticipated date of the sale/transfer is 04/27/26 at the office of Lotus Escrow, 55 East Huntington Drive, Suite 120 Arcadia, CA 91006.

The amount of the purchase price or consideration in connection with the transfer of the license and business, including the estimated inventory, is the sum of $40,000.00, which consists of the following: Description Amount Inventory 20,000.00

ABC License 5,000.00

Goodwill 10,000.00

Equipment 5,000.00

TOTAL ALLOCATION 40,000.00

It has been agreed between the Seller/ Licensee and the intended Buyer/Trans-

Feds fund firefighter training center in Arcadia

By Staff

As "fire season" increasingly seems more like a year-round risk, the Arcadia Fire Department and the U.S. Forest Service have established a local Joint Fire Training Center to improve preparedness and meet the growing need for regional training facilities, officials said Thursday.

The facility, funded with a $2 million federal grant, will occupy about 30,000 square feet of land at the Angeles National Forest Headquarters adjacent to the 210 Freeway. Plans call for a four-story training tower with space for live-fire training and classrooms. The Joint Training Center will also include residential simulation areas within the tower, allowing firefighters to practice hose deployment, ladder operations, rappelling, roof operations and high-angle rescue exercises.

A significant portion of Arcadia is foothill terrain that has repeatedly faced the threat of fast-moving wild-

fires, most recently during the 2025 Eaton Canyon and 2020 Bobcat blazes.

“After the devastating Bobcat and Eaton fires, it was clear that wildfire preparedness must continue to evolve," Mayor Eileen Wang, said in a statement.

She added that Chu "recognized the regional benefit of this project and advocated tirelessly to secure the funding that will make this facility a reality.

The new Joint Fire Training Center not only strengthens Arcadia, but all the neighboring communities along the foothills of the San Gabriel Mountains, helping first responders meet future wildfire threats with greater readiness and resilience.”

Officials said the center's aim will be to strengthen interagency emergency response and improve wildfire preparedness throughout the region. The project was made possible through a $2 million grant secured by Rep. Judy Chu, D-Pasadena.

While both the Forest Service and AFD pursued funding in 2024, federal budget delays postponed the funding until earlier this year.

“Ensuring our communities are prepared for and protected from natural disasters is one of my top priorities in Congress. From the Bobcat Fire in 2020 to the recent Eaton Fire that destroyed nearly 6,000 homes and took 19 lives, our region has seen firsthand how devastating these disasters can be,” Chu said in a statement. “Arcadia sits along the foothills of the San Gabriel Mountains, which puts the entire community at a higher risk from fast-moving wildfires. That’s why I was so proud to secure $2 million in federal funding for a new Joint Fire Training Center in Arcadia. Through this partnership between the Arcadia Fire Department and the U.S. Forest Service, firefighters will receive essential regional training, improve coordination between agencies, and

become better equipped to protect families across the San Gabriel Valley for years to come.”

The federal funding will benefit Arcadia, the U.S. Forest Service and neighboring communities throughout the San Gabriel Valley that face hazardous wildfire conditions, officials said.

“The Joint Training

Center project is an example of the continued partnership and collaboration between the U.S. Forest Service and the City of Arcadia that will serve our firefighters and the people of our local foothills for years to come," Robert Garcia, USFS Angeles National Forest Fire Chief, said in a statement.

With funding in place,

the next phase of the project includes a detailed site assessment and design process, according to the city. Although the project was last estimated at $2.7 million, rising construction costs and inflation may require additional resources. Officials said updates on the project will be on the city’s website ArcadiaCA.gov.

LA County board presses for stepped-up enforcement of hospice, home care fraud

By City News Service

The Los Angeles County BoardofSupervisors directed its staff Tuesday to develop recommendations aimed at improving coordination with other agencies to crack down on home health and hospice fraud.

"Fraud in home health and hospice care is not just a financial crime — it is a direct threat to the health and safety of some of our most vulnerable residents," Supervisor Lindsey P. Horvath said in a statement after the board's unanimous vote. "Los Angeles County is doing our part and will not allow bad actors to exploit gaps in oversight while patients and families are put at risk. Stronger coordination and accountability across every level of government is

essential to protect people and restore trust in these critical services."

According to Horvath's office, there are more than 4,700 home health and hospice care facilities operating in the county, at a time when fraud by some operators has been rising — such as billing federal agencies for care that was never provided, or using stolen identities to enroll patients.

Last week, federal authorities in Los Angeles announced charges against 15 people suspected of health care fraud, including operating sham hospice facilities that pay people without terminal illnesses to pose as dying Medicare beneficiaries.

The motion approved by the Board of Supervisors

Tuesday directs the county Department of Public Health to report back to the board with recommendations for improving coordination with local, state and federal agencies in investigating fraud cases. It also

urges the state and federal government to strengthen oversight of such facilities and increase enforcement efforts, while boosting accountability for private accrediting organizations that are responsible for

monitoring many providers.

"Hospice and home health care exist to serve our most vulnerable residents, so fraud in these industries is a profound betrayal of their trust,"

Supervisor Kathryn Barger said in a statement. "Los Angeles County cannot stand by while unscrupulous individuals exploit any gaps between local, state, and federal oversight. We must work toward stronger coordination and accountability at every level of government to protect the patients and families who depend on these critical services."

In announcing the federal charges against 15 people last week, First Assistant U.S. Attorney Bill Essayli blasted state offi-

cials — notably Gov. Gavin Newsom for reigning over a "kingdom of fraud" in California in health-industry fraud, saying the state refuses to adopt emergency regulations to root out health care lawbreakers.

Newsom shot back that new hospice licenses in the state were banned in 2021, and at least 280 licenses have been revoked in the last two years. He said more than 100 criminal cases dealing with hospice fraud have been filed by state prosecutors, but noted that much of the fraud involves federal programs.

"Glad to see the feds finally taking seriously the fraud in the programs they themselves manage ... only 15 months after Trump took office," Newsom wrote on social media.

Nonprofit of the week: Rev. Neil Tadken at The Parish Saint Luke The Physician Monrovia

No thanks, Edison.

BBy Staff

orn and raised in New York, the Rev. Neil Tadken earned his Master of Divinity degree from the Episcopal Theological School at Claremont/Claremont School of Theology. He also holds a bachelor’s degree from Occidental College and a Master of Fine Arts in Theater/ Acting from Cornell University.

Tadken discerned his priestly calling while at All Saint’s Church in Pasadena. Upon graduation from seminary, Neil worked as director for ACTION: AIDS CareTeams in our Neighborhoods, an interfaith nonprofit pastoral care ministry housed at St. Mary’s Episcopal Church, Laguna Beach. Following his ordination, Tadken served as associate rector for pastoral care at St. James’ in Los Angeles. He joined St. Luke’s in Aug. 2013 and was instituted as the 16th rector of the parish on the feast of St. Luke. He is married to Frank Slesinski, an interior designer. Their dogs, Dash, and Hashtag, are campus regulars.

Locally, Tadken serves on the Interfaith Council of Monrovia, and the Monrovia Ministerial Association. He has built relationships with several area non-profits, to help serve the wider needs of the local community. “It

is not necessarily about the number of butts in the pews on Sunday morning, but about the number of toilet flushes throughout the week on campus. Being open, available, and cooperative for the needs of our neighbors is at the core of our ministry.”

He has previously served on the board of the Episcopal Urban Internship Program, the Bishop’s commission for HIV and AIDS Ministries, and with the Program Group for LGBTQ Ministries for the Dioceses of Los Angeles.

Prior to ordination, Tadken was a professional actor and director. Between 1994 and 2001, soap opera watchers may have seen him recurring as “Don McTavish” on ABC’s “General Hospital” and “Port Charles.” In 1993, he created and directed an annual AIDS education and outreach effort across national television called “Day of Compassion,” for which he was honored with a “Ribbon of Hope Award” from the Academy of Television Arts and Sciences in 1997.

Metro

available at zoomgov. com/j/1619425022.

-- Monday, April 13, at 5 p.m., Metro El Monte Division 9, 3449 Santa Anita Ave., El Monte. Meeting available at zoomgov. com/j/1610384351;

-- Wednesday, April 22, at 6 p.m., Community Advisory Council, Metro Headquarters, 1 Gateway Plaza, 3rd Floor Board Room. Meeting available at zoomgov. com/j/1618562032;

-- Wednesday, May 6, at 6 p.m., virtual town hall.

Meeting available at us02web. zom.us/j/84846985595.

The first listening session was April 1 in Van Nuys.

The ad hoc committee is composed of directors Dutra, Jacquelyn Dupont- Walker, Glendale Mayor Najarian Ara Najarian, county Supervisors Lindsey Horvath and Kathryn Barger, and L.A. City Councilwoman Imelda Padilla.

Additional members include John Fasana, a Measure G Governance Reform Task Force member

and former Metro board member, Terry Dipple, executive director of the Las Virgenes-Malibu Council of Governments, Tracy Hernandez, founding CEO of Los Angeles County Business Federation, Jeremy OliverRonceros, vice president of Operations of DoGoodery, Ernesto Medrano, executive secretary of the LA/Orange County Building & Construction Trades Council, and Caltrans District 7 Director Gloria Roberts, who is a nonvoting Metro Board member.

AROUND TOWN

Around town: Taste of La Salle

By Staff

Los Angeles Unified School District offi-

cials and three labor unions are set to meet this week for newly scheduled bargaining sessions as pressure builds to reach an agreement before a possible strike that is scheduled to begin April 14, officials announced Tuesday.

If the parties are unable to reach an agreement, three major unions representing teachers, non-teaching staff and administrators such as principals and assistant principals are prepared to walkout next Tuesday, they said.

Even if two of the three unions reach a compromise, it would still be impossible for the district to keep all campuses open, the Los Angeles Times reported.

United Teachers Los Angeles, the union representing LAUSD educators, canceled a news conference scheduled for Tuesday morning, explaining that the unions will meet with LAUSD representatives on Wednesday.

"Educators, school staff and administrators across Los Angeles are united and ready to act next week if necessary. With pressure escalating, our classrooms and students can't wait any longer for the resources and support they deserve," UTLA President Cecily Myart-Cruz said in a statement. "While the past

Talks continue as looming strike could disrupt LAUSD

district proposals have fallen short, the upcoming session provides an opportunity for meaningful solutions that respect educators, support student learning, and may avert a strike."

An LAUSD spokesperson confirmed that negotiations are ongoing, and the district remains committed to reaching an agreement that supports employees while also protecting the longterm financial stability of the district.

LAUSD officials told The Times that they're encouraging families to plan ahead in the event that negotiations fall through, noting that parents should ensure students have access to Schoology, the district's online learning system. The district also told The Times that parents should prepare for alternative child-care and food options for weekday breakfasts and lunches.

The district has reached an agreement with five of its eight labor partners, and is willing to work around the clock to come to an agreement with teachers, administrators and service workers, according to the LAUSD spokesperson.

During spring break last week, the LAUSD met with UTLA and Associated Administrators of Los Angeles/Teamsters 2010, and was able to come to an agreement with the Los

By Jose Herrera, City News Service

Angeles/Orange Counties Building and Construction Trades Council.

For the teachers, district officials offered a one-time bonus of 3% for the current school year, followed by a permanent salary increase of 4% starting July 1, a subsequent 4% increase beginning Jan. 1, 2027, and 2% more on Jan. 1, 2028, according to The Times. Delays in raises could save the district money.

UTLA is seeking a 13% increase of a starting teacher's salary from $68,695 to $77,670. Additionally, the union is calling for significant increases to the automatic raises teachers receive based on experience and education credentials.

The LAUSD said it had proposed a combination of salary increases, caseload reductions and updates on prior proposals. On April 2, the LAUSD met with AALA/Teamsters Unit J and proposed a 10% wage increase over 3 years. District officials noted they met again with AALA on Monday.

"Our proposals to UTLA alone have an ongoing cost of $480M and reflect significant increases over prior proposals, demonstrating the district's good faith efforts toward reaching agreements," the LAUSD said in a statement.

Recently, UTLA and LAUSD concluded fact-find-

ing, a process in which an independent three-person panel reviews finances and assists with negotiations. This step is also necessary for unions to continue with their strike.

The panel usually consists of three outsiders, but this time there was just one. LAUSD and the unions decided to choose their own lead negotiator for the panel, according to The Times.

All three unions say the district has the money to meet their demands, pointing to a $5 billion reserve and other factors.

District officials contend there is ongoing deficit spending that will impact their budget for several years.

The fact finding concluded that the LAUSD made an offer they could afford. It

By City News Service

The Los Angeles Philharmonic announced Tuesday that 29-yearold German conductor Anna Handler will serve as conductor-in-residence beginning with the 2026-27 season.

also acknowledged that the district's budget is complex and verifying financial information would take considerable time and effort.

Union representatives criticized the results of the fact-finding, arguing it required a deep dive to determine whether the LAUSD could meet their demands. The district said it has repeatedly offered to participate in an independent financial review, but UTLA has declined the offer.

The LAUSD is also in negotiations with SEIU Local 99 Education Workers United, a union representing more than 30,000 district employees such as teacher aides, bus drivers and other non-teacher positions. The district has offered a 13% salary increase over three

years, but the union has demanded more.

Local 99 is seeking more stable work schedules, and to prevent recently announced layoffs to some of its members. The LAUSD's Board of Education had approved about 700 layoffs in a bid to address budget issues.

Meanwhile, AALA/Teamsters 2010, representing principals and administrators with teaching credentials, is seeking a 7% salary increase for the current school year, followed by a 6% increase for the next school year, according to The Times. The LAUSD has offered a 4% increase instead, followed by another 4% in 2027. The groups are expected to meet later this week to negotiate.

Handler's responsibilities will include an annual three-week commitment at Walt Disney Concert Hall, the Hollywood Bowl and Beckmen YOLA Center, leading the LA Phil and conducting an annual project with Youth Orchestra Los Angeles. She will also curate and perform on keyboards in a chamber music program that will highlight Beethoven and include a collaboration with Luna Lab.

ship model that reflects artistic excellence, expansive and innovative programming and our dedication to the communities we serve."

"Anna is such a talent on the podium, and her artistry and musical ideas have cultivated a deep connection with the Los Angeles Philharmonic, galvanizing the musicians and supporting the orchestra's continued artistic evolution," LA Phil President and CEO Kim Noltem said. "Her work furthers our broader vision of a leader-

The rising star, who was recently named chief conductor of the Ulster Orchestra, has a history with the LA Phil in 2023 through the Dudamel Fellowship Program, where she worked alongside LA Phil Music Director Gustavo Dudamel.

She will also serve as Artist-in-Residence at Beethoven-Haus Bonn during

its 2026/27 season, which will mark the 200th anniversary of Ludwig van Beethoven's death.

"I feel very honored to return to the LA Phil as conductor-in-residence," Handler said. "I have long admired the LA Phil as one of the most dynamic and innovative orchestras in the world. My time as a Dudamel Fellow was profoundly formative, and it is especially meaningful to deepen this relationship with an orchestra that has played such an important

role in my artistic journey. I look forward to collaborating with these remarkable musicians, creating new concert experiences and engaging with audiences across Los Angeles."

Handler will conduct the orchestra in a series of performances in the coming year, including "Beethoven's Fifth" on Aug. 25 at the Hollywood Bowl, "Minimalist Icons: Philip Glass" on March 12-13, 2027, and a program featuring John Williams' "Piano Concerto"

and Mahler's "Symphony No. 1," "Titan," on May 27-28 and May 30, 2027, at Walt Disney Concert Hall.

"One of my greatest joys has been to watch our Dudamel Fellows continue to rise and share their incredible musical talents across the globe. Anna — with her boundless skill, curiosity, passion, and inspiration — is a perfect example, and I am so proud to welcome her back to our LA Phil family in this new capacity," Dudamel said.

Pasadena City Notices

NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING

Notice is hereby given that a public meeting on an Amendment to the Schedule of Taxes, Fees and Charges for fiscal year 2027 will be held by the Pasadena City Council at the time and place listed below:

DATE: May 11, 2026

TIME: 6:00 P.M.

PLACE: City Hall, Council Chambers 100 N. Garfield Avenue, Room S-249 Pasadena, CA 91101

Please refer to the City Council agenda for instructions on how to view a live stream of the meeting. The meeting agenda will be posted at: http://ww2.cityofpasadena.net/councilagendas/council_agenda.asp

Public Information: All interested persons may submit correspondence to correspondence@cityofpasadena.net prior to the start of the meeting. During the meeting and prior to the close of the public hearing, members of the public may provide live public comment. Please refer to the agenda when posted for instructions on how to provide live public comment.

This Amendment increases certain taxes, fees, and charges, excluding New Year’s Day revenues and Admission Tax, listed on the Schedule of Taxes, Fees, and Charges (last adopted by the City Council on July 14, 2025) by the CPI (2.9320%) for Fiscal Year 2027 beginning July 1, 2026. This includes all taxes, licenses, and a number of certain permits which are billed or assessed and collected throughout the year when due. The estimated revenue increase to the General Fund is $165,000, $1.4 million in the Sewer Fund, and $280,000 to the Non-General Funds. The existing amount or rate and the proposed amount or rate and the associated activity are listed below, after the related notice of public hearing.

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING

Notice is hereby given that a public hearing on an Amendment to Schedule of Taxes, Fees, and Charges for fiscal year 2027 will be held by the Pasadena City Council at the time and place listed below:

DATE: May 18, 2026

TIME: 6:00 P.M.

PLACE: City Hall, Council Chambers 100 N. Garfield Avenue, Room S-249 Pasadena, CA 91101

Please refer to the City Council agenda for instructions on how to view a live stream of the meeting. The meeting agenda will be posted at: http://ww2.cityofpasadena.net/councilagendas/council_agenda.asp

Public Information: All interested persons may submit correspondence to correspondence@cityofpasadena.net prior to the start of the meeting. During the meeting and prior to the close of the public hearing, members of the public may provide live public comment. Please refer to the agenda when posted for instructions on how to provide live public comment.

This Amendment increases certain taxes, fees, and charges, excluding New Year’s Day revenues and Admission Tax, listed on the Schedule of Taxes, Fees, and Charges (last adopted by the City Council on July 14, 2025) by the CPI (2.9320%) for Fiscal Year 2027 beginning July 1, 2026. This includes all taxes, licenses, and a number of certain permits which are billed or assessed and collected throughout the year when due. The estimated revenue increase to the General Fund is $165,000, $1.4 million in the Sewer Fund, and $280,000 to the Non-General Funds. The existing amount or rate and the proposed amount or rate and the associated activity are listed as follows:

ADA: To request a disability-related modification or accommodation necessary to facilitate meeting participation, please contact the City Clerk’s Office as soon as possible at (626) 744-4124 or cityclerk@ cityofpasadena.net. Providing at least 72 hours advance notice will help ensure availability

Copies of the Schedule of Taxes, Fees and Charges, as well as supporting documentation, will be available on the City’s website https://www.cityofpasadena.net/finance/general-fund/fees-tax-schedules/. Written comments may be sent to the Finance Director, at the Department of Finance, 3rd floor, 100 N. Garfield Ave., Pasadena, CA 91101, (626) 744-4355.

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Glendale City Notices

the following work of improvement: DISTRICT 12 ADA CURB RAMP INSTALLATION AND SIDEWALK REPAIR PROGRAM SPECIFICATION NO. 4039

Bid Deadline: Submit before 2:00 p.m. on Wednesday, May 6, 2026 (“the Bid Deadline”)

Original Bid to be submitted to: Office of City Clerk 613 E. Broadway, Room 110 Glendale, CA 91206

Bid Opening: 2:00 p.m. on Wednesday, May 6, 2026 City Council Chambers 613 E. Broadway, 2nd Floor Glendale, CA 91206

NO LATE BIDS WILL BE ACCEPTED.

Bidding Documents Available: Bidding documents are available to view and download online at: https://www.glendaleca.gov/government/departments/finance/purchasing/rfp-rfq-bid-page

Additional Bid Document 1. Bid America (951) 677-4819

Procurement Locations: 2. Construct Connect (877) 422-8665

3. Dodge Construction Network (844) 326-3826 x 9110

4. CMD Group (877) 794-6051

5. BidNet Direct (800) 835-4603 Option 2

City of Glendale Contact Person: Huang Zheng, Project Manager Phone: 818-548-3945 Fax: 818-242-7087

E-mail: hzheng@glendaleca.gov

Mandatory Qualifications for Bidder and Designated Subcontractors:

A Bid may be rejected as non-responsive if the Bid fails to document that Bidder meets the essential requirements for qualification. As part of the Bidder’s Statement of Qualifications, each Bid must provide satisfactory evidence that:

1. Bidding Documents. Bids must be made on the Bidder’s Proposal form contained herein. Bidding Documents may be obtained in the Public Works Engineering Department, 633 E. Broadway, Room 205, Glendale, CA 91206 where they may be examined. Electronic copy of bidding documents can be obtained at no cost from: https:// www.glendaleca.gov/government/departments/finance/purchasing/rfp-rfq-bid-page. Future addendums, if any will be available for download on the same page as the bidding documents. The city will not mail/deliver the addendums to the prospective bidders. It is the bidders’ sole responsibility to check the website to obtain future addendums to this bid documents.

2. Engineer’s Estimate. The preliminary cost of construction of this Work has been prepared. The estimate is in the range of $4,000,000 to $4,500,000.

3. Completion. This Work must be completed within one-hundred (100) Working days from the Date of Commencement as established by the City’s written Notice to Proceed.

4. Acceptance or Rejection of Bids. The City reserves the right to reject any and all Bids, to award all or any individual part/item of the Bid, and to waive any informalities, irregularities or technical defects in such Bids and determine the lowest responsible Bidder, whichever may be in the best interests of the City. No late Bids will be accepted, nor will any oral, facsimile or electronic Bids be accepted by the City.

5. Contractor License. At the time of the Bid Deadline and at all times during performance of the Work, including full completion of all corrective work during the Correction Period, the Contractor must possess a California contractor license or licenses, current and active, of the classification required for the Work, in accordance with the provisions of Chapter 9, Division 3, Section 7000 et seq. of the Business and Professions Code. In compliance with Public Contract Code Section 3300, the City has determined that the Bidder must possess the following license(s):

a. Pursuant to Section 3300, of the Public Contract Code, the classification of the bidder’s Contractor’s License shall be “Class A”. Failure of a bidder to obtain adequate licensing at the time the contract is awarded shall constitute a failure to execute the Contract and shall result in the forfeiture of the Bidder’s Bond.

The successful Bidder will not receive a Contract award if the successful Bidder is unlicensed, does not have all of the required licenses, or one or more of the licenses are not current and active. If the City discovers after the Contract’s award that the Contractor is unlicensed, does not have all of the required licenses, or one or more of the licenses are not current and active, the City may cancel the award, reject the Bid, declare the Bid Bond as forfeited, keep the Bid Bond’s proceeds, and exercise any one or more of the remedies in the Contract Documents.

6.

Subcontractors’ Licenses and Listing. At the time of the Bid Deadline and at all times during performance of the Work, each listed Subcontractor must possess a current and active California contractor license or licenses appropriate for the portion of the Work listed for such Subcontractor and shall hold all specialty certifications required for such Work. When the Bidder submits its Bid to the City, the Bidder must list each Subcontractor whom the Bidder must disclose under Public Contract Code Section 4104 (Subcontractor Listing Law), and the Bidder must provide all of the Subcontractor information that Section 4104 requires (name, the location (address) of the Subcontractor’s place of business, California Contractor license number, California Department of Industrial Relations contractor registration number, and portion of the Work). In addition, the City requires that the Bidder list the dollar value of each Subcontractor’s labor or services. The City’s disqualification of a Subcontractor does not disqualify a Bidder. However, prior to and as a condition to award of the Contract, the successful Bidder shall substitute a properly licensed and qualified Subcontractor— without an adjustment of the Bid Amount.

7. Permits, Inspections, Plan Checks, Governmental Approvals, Utility Fees and Similar Authorizations: The City has applied and paid for the following Governmental Approvals and Utility Fees: NONE All other Governmental Approvals and Utility Fees shall be obtained and paid for by Contractor and will be reimbursed based on Contractor’s actual direct cost without markup. See Instructions to Bidders Paragraph 14, and General Conditions Paragraph 1.01 for definitions and Paragraph 1.03 for Contractor responsibilities.

8. Bid Forms and Bid Security: Each Bid must be made on the Bid Forms obtainable from the City’s Bidding website listed in the paragraph 1 above. Each Bid shall be accompanied by a cashier’s check or certified check drawn on a solvent bank, payable to “City of Glendale,” for an amount equal to ten percent (10%) of the total maximum amount of the Bid. Alternatively, a satisfactory corporate surety Bid Bond for an amount equal to ten percent (10%) of the total maximum amount of the Bid may accompany the Bid. Said security shall serve as a guarantee that the successful Bidder, within fourteen (14) calendar days after the City’s Notice of Award of the Contract, will enter into a valid contract with the City for said Work in accordance with the Contract Documents.

9. Bid Irrevocability. Bids shall remain open and valid for ninety (90) calendar days after the Bid Deadline.

10. Substitution of Securities. Pursuant to California Public Contract Code Section 22300, substitution of securities for withheld funds is permitted in accordance therewith.

11. Prevailing Wage Resolution. Bidders are hereby notified that in accordance with the provisions of the Labor Code of the State of California, the City Council of the City has ascertained and determined by Resolution No. 18,626 (as amended), the general prevailing rate of per diem wages of a similar character in the locality in which the Work is performed and the general prevailing rate for legal holiday and overtime Work for each craft or type of worker needed in the execution of agreements with the City. Said resolution is on file in the Office of the City Clerk and is hereby incorporated and made a part hereof by the same as though fully set forth herein. Copies of said resolution may be obtained at the Office of the City Clerk.

12. Prevailing Wages. This Project is subject to the provisions of California Labor Code Section 1720. Contractor awarded this Contract and all Subcontractors of any tier shall not pay less than the minimum prevailing rate of per diem wages for each craft, classification, or type of worker needed to perform the Work. The Director of Industrial Relations of the State of California, pursuant to the California Labor Code, and the United States Secretary of Labor, pursuant to the Davis-Bacon Act, have determined the general prevailing rates of wages in the locality in which the Work is to be performed. The rates determined by the California Director of Industrial Relations are available online at www.dir.ca.gov/DLSR/PWD/. Davis-Bacon wage rates are available online at www.wdol.gov/. To the extent that there are any differences in the federal and state prevailing wage rates for similar classifications of labor, Contractor and its Subcontractors shall pay the highest wage rate. 13. California Department of Industrial Relations ― Public Works Contractor Registration.

Beginning July 1, 2014, under the Public Works Contractor Registration Law (California Senate Bill No. 854 - See Labor Code Section 1725.5), contractors must register and meet requirements using the online application https://efiling.dir.ca.gov/PWCR/ActionServlet?actio n=displayPWCRegistrationForm before bidding on public works contracts in California. The application also provides agencies that administer public works programs with a searchable database of qualified contractors. Application and renewal are completed online with a nonrefundable fee of $300. More information is available at the following links: http://www.dir.ca.gov/DLSE/PublicWorks/SB854FactSheet_6.30.14.pdf http://www.dir.ca.gov/Public-Works/PublicWorks.html

Beginning April 1, 2015, the City must award public works projects only to contractors and subcontractors who comply with the Public Works Contractor Registration Law. Notice to Bidders and Subcontractors: No contractor or subcontractor may be listed on a Bid proposal for a public works project (submitted on or after March 1, 2015) unless registered with the Department of Industrial Relations pursuant to Labor Code Section 1725.5 [with limited exceptions from this requirement for bid purposes only under Labor Code Section 1771.1(a)].

• No contractor or subcontractor may be awarded a contract for public work on a public works project (awarded on or after April 1, 2015) unless registered with the Department of Industrial Relations pursuant to Labor Code Section 1725.5.

This Project is subject to compliance monitoring and enforcement by the Department of Industrial Relations.

• The prime contractor must post job site notices prescribed by regulation. (See 8 Calif. Code Reg. Section 16451(d) for the notice that previously was required for projects monitored by the DIR Compliance Monitoring Unit.) Furnishing of Electronic Certified Payroll Records to Labor Commissioner. For all new projects awarded on or after April 1, 2015, contractors and subcontractors must furnish electronic certified payroll records directly to the Labor Commissioner (aka Division of Labor Standards Enforcement).

Dated this ____ day of _______, 20___, City of Glendale, California.

Dr. Suzie Abajian, PhD, City Clerk of the City of Glendale

Publish April 9, 2026 GLENDALE INDEPENDENT

Probate Notices

NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF NICOLAS NICOLAIDIS CASE NO. 26STPB03197

To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of: NICOLAS NICOLAIDIS.

A Petition for Probate has been filed by COSMAS NICOLAIDIS in the Superior Court of California, County of LOS ANGELES.

The Petition for Probate requests that COSMAS NICOLAIDIS be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent.

The Petition requests the decedent's will and codicils, if any, be admitted to probate. The will and any codicils are available for examination in the file kept by the court.

The Petition requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administration of Estates Act. (This authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval. Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action.) The independent administration authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority.

A hearing on the petition will be held in this court on 04/24/2026 at 8:30 am in Dept. 5 located at 111 North Hill Street, Los Angeles, CA 90012, Stanley Mosk Courthouse.

If you object to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney. If you are a creditor or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of first issuance of letters to a general personal representative, as defined in section 58(b) of the California Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of a notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code.

Other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in California law.

You may examine the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a Request for Special Notice (form DE-154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk.

Attorney for Petitioner: JESAN DE LEON, ESQ., PRESTON ESTATE PLANNING, APLC, 12396 WORLD TRADE DRIVE, STE. 301, SAN DIEGO, CA 92128, Telephone: 858-6754040. 4/2, 4/6, 4/9/26 CNS-4027011# GLENDALE INDEPENDENT

NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF:

CELIA JAMORABON PADRE AKA CELIA J. PADRE AKA CELIA PADRE PARAGUYA CASE NO. 26STPB03176

To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the WILL or estate, or both of CELIA JAMORABON PADRE AKA CELIA J. PADRE AKA CELIA PADRE PARAGUYA.

A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by CHRISTIAN PARAGUYA in the Superior Court of California, County of LOS ANGELES.

THE PETITION FOR PROBATE requests that CHRISTIAN PARAGUYA be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent.

THE PETITION requests authority to administer the estate under

the Independent Administration of Estates Act. (This authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval. Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action.) The independent administration authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority.

A HEARING on the petition will be held in this court as follows: 04/23/26 at 8:30AM in Dept. 44 located at 111 N. HILL ST., LOS ANGELES, CA 90012

IF YOU OBJECT to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney.

IF YOU ARE A CREDITOR or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of first issuance of letters to a general personal representative, as defined in section 58(b) of the California Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of a notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code.

Other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in California law.

YOU MAY EXAMINE the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a Request for Special Notice (form DE-154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk.

Attorney for Petitioner ANGELA ZENG - SBN 354709 VARELA LAW, PC (DBA: THE WAGON LEGACY) 3040 SATURN ST., SUITE 201 BREA CA 92821 Telephone (714) 451-5766 BSC 228243 4/2, 4/6, 4/9/26 CNS-4027013# PASADENA PRESS

NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF: MICHAEL LORENZANA CASE NO. PROVA2600211 To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the WILL or estate, or both of MICHAEL LORENZANA.

A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by CLAUDIA JAZMIN GARCIA in the Superior Court of California, County of SAN BERNARDINO.

THE PETITION FOR PROBATE requests that CLAUDIA JAZMIN GARCIA be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent.

THE PETITION requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administration of Estates Act with limited authority. (This authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval. Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action.)

The independent administration authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority.

A HEARING on the petition will be held in this court as follows: 05/05/02 at 9:00AM in Dept. F2 located at 17780 ARROW BLVD., FONTANA, CA 92335

IF YOU OBJECT to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney.

IF YOU ARE A CREDITOR or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal

representative appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of first issuance of letters to a general personal representative, as defined in section 58(b) of the California Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of a notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code.

Other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in California law.

YOU MAY EXAMINE the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a Request for Special Notice (form DE-154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk. In Pro Per Petitioner

CLAUDIA JAZMIN GARCIA, IN PRO PER 15945 DEODAR COURT FONTANA CA 92335

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NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF MEI WAN KUO aka MEI-WAN KUO Case No. 26STPB03540

To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of MEI WAN KUO aka MEI-WAN KUO

A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by Yu Chen Kuo in the Superior Court of California, County of LOS ANGELES. THE PETITION FOR PROBATE requests that Yu Chen Kuo be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent.

THE PETITION requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administration of Estates Act. (This authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval. Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action.) The independent administration authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority.

A HEARING on the petition will be held on May 1, 2026 at 8:30 AM in Dept. No. 11 located at 111 N. Hill St., Los Angeles, CA 90012.

IF YOU OBJECT to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney.

IF YOU ARE A CREDITOR or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of first issuance of letters to a general personal representative, as defined in section 58(b) of the California Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of a notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code.

Other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in California law.

YOU MAY EXAMINE the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a Request for Special Notice (form DE-154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk.

Attorney for petitioner: CATHERINE KEN ESQ SBN 186470

LAW OFFICES OF CATHERINE KEN APC 805 W DUARTE RD STE 104 ARCADIA CA 91007 CN126029 KUO Apr 9,13,16, 2026 ALHAMBRA PRESS

NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF REIN HARK

Case No. 26STPB03466

To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of REIN HARK A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by Robert Marvel in the Superior Court of California, County of LOS ANGELES.

THE PETITION FOR PROBATE requests that Robert Marvel be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent.

THE PETITION requests the decedent's lost will and codicils, if any, be admitted to probate. Copies of the lost will and any codicils are available for examination in the file kept by the court.

THE PETITION requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administration of Estates Act. (This authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval. Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action.) The independent administration authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority.

A HEARING on the petition will be held on April 29, 2026 at 8:30 AM in Dept. No. 5 located at 111 N. Hill St., Los Angeles, CA 90012.

IF YOU OBJECT to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney.

IF YOU ARE A CREDITOR or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of first issuance of letters to a general personal representative, as defined in section 58(b) of the California Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of a notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code. Other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in California law.

YOU MAY EXAMINE the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a Request for Special Notice (form DE-154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk. Attorney for petitioner: CARLA D ALLEN ESQ SBN 195623 THE LAW OFFICE OF CARLA D ALLEN 4418 S MULLEN AVE LOS ANGELES CA 90043 CN126050 HARK Apr 9,13,16, 2026 GLENDALE INDEPENDENT

NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF DAVID PAUL NEEDLES CASE NO. 26STPB03651 To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of: DAVID PAUL NEEDLES A Petition for Probate has been filed by GILLIAN BAGWELL in the Superior Court of California, County of LOS ANGELES. The Petition for Probate requests that GILLIAN BAGWELL be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent. The Petition requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administration of Estates Act. (This authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval. Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action.) The independent

administration authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority.

A hearing on the petition will be held in this court on 5/4/2026 at 8:30

A.M. in Dept. 4 Room N/A located at 111 NORTH HILL STREET, LOS ANGELES, CA 90012.

If you object to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney. If you are a creditor or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of first issuance of letters to a general personal representative, as defined in section 58(b) of the California Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of a notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code. Other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in California law.

You may examine the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a Request for Special Notice (form DE-154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk.

Attorney for Petitioner: G. FRANCHESCA CALLEJO, 1831 SOLANO AVENUE, NO. 7328, BERKELEY, CA 94707, Telephone: 510-526-7209

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NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF: PETER EHLINGER CASE NO. 26STPB03643

To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the WILL or estate, or both of PETER EHLINGER.

A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by JOSEPH EHLINGER AND SUSAN EHLINGER in the Superior Court of California, County of LOS ANGELES. THE PETITION FOR PROBATE requests that JOSEPH EHLINGER AND SUSAN EHLINGER be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent.

THE PETITION requests the decedent's WILL and codicils, if any, be admitted to probate. The WILL and any codicils are available for examination in the file kept by the court.

THE PETITION requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administration of Estates Act. (This authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval. Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action.) The independent administration authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority.

A HEARING on the petition will be held in this court as follows: 05/05/26 at 8:30AM in Dept. 44, Room 418 located at 111 N. HILL ST., LOS ANGELES, CA 90012

IF YOU OBJECT to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney.

IF YOU ARE A CREDITOR or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of first issuance of letters to a general personal representative, as defined in section 58(b) of the California Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of a notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code. Other California statutes and legal

authority may affect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in California law.

YOU MAY EXAMINE the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a Request for Special Notice (form DE-154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk.

Attorney for Petitioner

ZACHARIAS N. TRIPODES - SBN 311595

LAGERLOF, LLP 155 N. LAKE AVENUE, FLOOR 11 PASADENA CA 91101

Telephone (626) 793-9400

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NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF Henry Zhao

Case No. 26STPB03648

To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of Henry Zhao A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by Shelly H. Cai in the Superior Court of California, County of LOS ANGELES.

THE PETITION FOR PROBATE requests that Shelly H. Cai be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent.

THE PETITION requests the decedent’s will and codicils, if any, be admitted to probate. The will and any codicils are available for examination in the file kept by the court.

THE PETITION requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administration of Estates Act. (This authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval. Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action.) The independent administration authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority.

A HEARING on the petition will be held on May 4, 2026 at 8:30 AM in Dept. 99. located at 111 N. Hill St., Los Angeles, CA 90012.

IF YOU OBJECT to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney.

IF YOU ARE A CREDITOR or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of first issuance of letters to a general personal representative, as defined in section 58(b) of the California Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of a notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code.

Other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in California law.

YOU MAY EXAMINE the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a Request for Special Notice (form DE-154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk.

Attorney for petitioner: Jason J.L Yang Esq. 1100 West La Habra Boulevard La Habra, Ca 90631 909-861-8813

April 9, 13, 16, 2026 MONTEREY PARK PRESS

NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF Margaret Corea Case No. 26STPB03647

To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who

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may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of Margaret Corea

A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by Janal Renee Romo in the Superior Court of California, County of LOS ANGELES.

THE PETITION FOR PROBATE requests that Janal Renee Romo be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent.

THE PETITION requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administration of Estates Act. (This authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval. Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action.) The independent administration authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority.

A HEARING on the petition will be held on May 4, 2026 at 8:30 AM in Dept. 18. located at 111 N. Hill St., Los Angeles, CA 90012.

IF YOU OBJECT to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney. IF YOU ARE A CREDITOR or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of first issuance of letters to a general personal representative, as defined in section 58(b) of the California Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of a notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code.

Other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in California law.

YOU MAY EXAMINE the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a Request for Special Notice (form DE-154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk.

Attorney for petitioner: James A. Long 10604 Trademark Pkwy N Ste 300 Rancho Cucamonga, Ca 91730 April 9, 13, 16, 2026 BALDWIN PARK PRESS

Public Notices

ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME PETITION OF Miguel AlvarezDiaz lll FOR CHANGE OF NAME CASE NUMBER: 26PSCP00084 Superior Court of California, County of Los Angeles 400 Civic center Plaza, Pomona, Ca 91766, East Judicial District TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: 1. Petitioner Miguel AlvarezDiaz lll filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Present name a. OF Miguel Alvarez-Diaz lll to Proposed name Miguel Tomas Alvarez lll 2. THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter shall appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted. Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file a written objection that includes the reason for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing NOTICE OF HEARING a. Date: 06/05/2026 Time: 8:30AM Dept: H. 3rd Floor The address of the court is same as noted above. 3. a. A copy of this Order to Show Cause shall be published at least once each week for four successive weeks prior to the day set for hearing on the petition in the following newspaper of general circulation, printed in this county: West Covina Press DATED: February 26, 2026 Allison L. Westfahl Kong JUDGE OF THE SUPERIOR COURT Pub. March 19, 26, April 2, 9, 2026 WEST COVINA PRESS

ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME PETITION OF Loretta Gloria Manzanares FOR CHANGE OF NAME CASE NUMBER: 26PSCP00078 Superior Court of California, County of Los Angeles 400 Civic center Plaza, Pomona, Ca 91766, East Judicial District TO ALL INTERESTED

PERSONS: 1. Petitioner Loretta Gloria Manzanares filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Present name a. OF Loretta Gloria Manzanares to Proposed name Loretta Gloria Manzanares Hughes 2. THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter shall

appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted. Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file a written objection that includes the reason for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing NOTICE OF HEARING a. Date: 04/24/2026 Time: 8:30AM Dept: G. Room: 302 The address of the court is same as noted above. 3. a. A copy of this Order to Show Cause shall be published at least once each week for four successive weeks prior to the day set for hearing on the petition in the following newspaper of general circulation, printed in this county: West Covina Press DATED: February 23, 2026 Salvatore T. Sirna JUDGE OF THE SUPERIOR COURT Pub. March 26, April 2, 9, 16, 2026 WEST COVINA PRESS

Order To Show Cause For Change of

Name Case No. 26FL000262 To All Interested Persons: Leslie Flores on behalf of Elias Mateo Garcia, a minor filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: PRESENT NAME Elias Mateo Garcia PROPOSED NAME Elias Mateo Flores. The Court Orders that all persons interested in this matter shall appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted. Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file a written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing. Notice Of Hearing Date: 06/15/2026 Time: 1:30pm Dept. L74

REMOTE HEARING The address of the court is Lamoreaux Justice Center, 341 The City Drive South, Orange, Ca 92868.

A copy of this Order to Show Cause shall be published at least once each week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in the following newspaper of general circulation, printed in this county: Anaheim Press Date: March 23, 2026 Eric J. Wersching Judge of the Superior Court Pub Dates: March 26, April 2, 9, 16, 2026 ANAHEIM PRESS

NOTICE OF LIEN SALE

Notice is given that pursuant to sections 21700-21713 of the Business and Professions Code, Section 2328 of the Commercial Code, Section 535 of the Penal Code, that Service Avenue Self Storage, LP, at 901 W. Service Ave., West Covina, Ca. 91790 will sell by competitive bidding, on or after April 23, 2026 at 11:00am, property belonging to those listed below. Auction is to be held at the above address. Property to be sold as follows: Household, office & business goods, furniture, appliances, personal items, clothing, electronics, tools, duffle bags/suit cases, electronics, sporting and exercise equipment, miscellaneous boxes, containers & bags with unknown contents belonging to the following: POWELL, DENISE Rico, Clark Ramirez, Andrea Delrio, Rosetta Delrio, Rosetta Loput, Stephanie Winstanley, Tony Mead, Cindy Lee BARRERA, SABAS O. Ramirez, Ruben Varela, Nathan DIAZ, SAMANTHA Lange, Chris Siko, Patricia Martinez, Claudia Fegan, Candice Gomez, Elizabeth Abad, Grace Young, Steven A. Cresswell, Lori Rubio Murcia, Edward Barron, Dorn

Published in the West Covina Press on April 2 and 9, 2026

NOTICE OF LIEN SALE

StorQuest Rancho Cucamonga/ Hampshire

Notice is hereby given, StorQuest Self Storage – 9419 Hampshire Street, Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91730 will sell at public sale by competitive bidding the personal property of Gerardo Juarez, Christine Lynn Brisco, Jesselyn Johnson, David Calderon, Gabriela Rondero. Property to be sold: Misc. household goods, furniture, tools, clothes, boxes, & personal contents. Auctioneer Company: www.storagetreasures.com. The Sale will conclude at 3:00 PM on April 17th, 2026. Goods must be paid in CASH and removed at time of sale. Sale is subject to cancellation in the event of settlement between owner and obligated party.

Publish April 2, 2026 & April 9, 2026 in THE SAN BERNARDINO PRESS

Notice of Lien Sale

Notice is given that pursuant to sections 21700-21713 of the Business and Professions Code, Section 2328 of the Commercial Code, Section 535 of the Penal Code, that Self Storage Investors, LLC located at 26677 State Highway 18, Lake Arrowhead, CA will conduct an auction to sell the goods stored by the following tenants at the storage facility. The sale will occur as an online auction via https://www.storagetreasures.com on April 22, 2026 at 10:00am. Unless stated otherwise the description of the contents

may contain household goods, furniture, personal items, clothing, electronics, tools, auto parts, and miscellaneous unknown boxes belonging to the following:

CAMPBELL, CHERYL PASILLAS, JADIRA

All property is being stored at the above selfstorage facility. This sale may be withdrawn at any time without notice. Certain terms and conditions apply. See manager for details.

Publish April 2, 2026 & April 9, 2026 in The SAN BERNARDINO PRESS

Notice of Public Lien Sale

Notice is hereby given that the undersigned intends to sell the personal property described below to enforce a Lien imposed on said property under the California SelfStorage Facility Act, pursuant to Sections 21700-21716 of the Business & Professions Code, Section 2328 of the UCC, Section 535 of the Penal Code and provisions of the Civil Code.

The undersigned will sell by competitive bidding on April 24, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. located at:

Citywide Self-Storage, LLC 1000 E. Alessandro Blvd. Riverside, CA. 92508 County of Riverside, State of California, the following: Kirt, B. L50

Diggs, H.

Contents: Personal property including but not limited to household and misc. items.

Purchases must be paid in full at the time of purchase in cash only. All purchased items sold-as is-and must be removed at the time of sale. Sale subject to cancellation in the event of settlement between owner and obligated party on or before this dated April 24, 2026, before 10:00 a.m.

American Auctioneers Bond # 38594212400 Office: (800) 838-7653 Fax (951) 926-3599 Fax (909) 790-0438

Published April 2, 2026 & April 9, 2026 in the RIVERSIDE INDEPENDENT

CLARK COUNTY, NEVADA DISTRICT COURT CASE NO: A-26-937739-C Department 10

Electronically Issued 1/22/2026 2:17 PM Summons

WYNN LAS VEGAS, LLC d/b/a WYNN LAS VEGAS, Plaintiff,

v. SHUAI XUE, Defendant

NOTICE! YOU HAVE BEEN SUED. THE COURT MAY DECIDE AGAINST YOU WITHOUT YOUR BEING HEARD UNLESS YOU RESPOND WITHIN 21 DAYS. READ THE INFORMATION BELOW.

TO THE DEFENDANT: A civil complaint has been filed by the Plaintiff against you for the relief set forth in the Complaint. Plaintiff brings claims for Breach of Contract, Breach of Implied Covenant of Good Faith and Fair Dealing, Conversion and Unjust Enrichment – In the

Alternative and seeks damages, attorneys' fees, and costs of suit, plus prejudgment and post-judgment interest on the amounts owed.

SHUAI XUE

1. If you intend to defend this lawsuit, within days after this Summons is served on you exclusive of the day of service, you must do the following:

a. File with the Clerk of the Court, whose address is shown below, a formal written response to the Complaint in accordance with the rules of the Court, with the appropriate filing fee.

b. Serve a copy of your response upon the attorney whose name and address is shown below.

2. Unless you respond, your default will be entered upon application of the Plaintiff and this Court may enter a judgment against you for the relief demanded in the Complaint, which could result in the taking of money or property or other relief requested in the Complaint.

3. If you intend to seek the advice of an attorney in this matter, you should do so promptly so that your response may be filed on time.

4. The object of this action is to recover a judgment for failure to repay debts associated with credit instruments.

5. The State of Nevada, its political subdivision agencies, officers, employees, board members and legislators, each have 45 days after service of this summons within which to file an answer or other responsive pleading to the Complaint. Issued at the request of:

Lawrence J. Semenza, III, Esq., Bar No. 7174

E-mail: ljs@semenzarickard.com

Katie L. Cannata, Esq., Bar No. 14848

E-mail: klc@semenzarickard.com

Y. Michelle Almonte, Esq., Bar No. 17153

E-mail: mya@semenzarickard.com SEMENZA RICKARD LAW 10161 Park Run Drive, Suite 150 Las Vegas, Nevada 89145

Telephone: (702) 835-6803

Facsimile: (702) 920-8669

Clerk on March 19, 2026. Published in:

Anaheim Press 03/26/2026, 04/02/2026, 04/09/2026, 04/16/2026

The following person(s) is (are) doing business as MY VICTORY PUBLISHING

44016 Rivo Ct Temecula, CA 92592

Riverside County Mailing Address, 31938 Temecula Pkwy PMB #A287, Temecula, CA 92592.

Riverside County MILEN VICTORIA GALURA, 31938 Temecula Pkwy PMB #A287, Temecula, CA 92592

Riverside County

This business is conducted by: a individual. Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed herein on March 15, 2026. I declare that all the information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code, that the registrant knows to be false, is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousands dollars ($1000).) s. MILEN VI GALURA Statement filed with the County of Riverside on March 26, 2026

NOTICE: In accordance with subdivision (a) of section 17920, a fictitious name statement generally expires at the end of the five years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the county clerk, except, as provided in subdivision (b) of section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any changes in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A new Fictitious Business Name Statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use this state of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411 Et Seq., business and professions code).

I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the original statement on file in my office.

Peter Aldana, County, Clerk File# R-202604531

Pub. 04/02/2026, 04/09/2026, 04/16/2026, 04/23/2026 Riverside Independent

The following person(s) is (are) doing business as Valvoline Instant Oil Change GN0128 32120 Clinton Keith boulevard Wildomar, CA 92595 Riverside County Mailing Address, 54 Jaconnet St, Newton, MA 02461. Middlesex County HENLEY PACIFIC LA LLC (MA, 54 Jaconnet Street, Newton, MA 02461 Middlesex County

This business is conducted by: a limited liability company (llc). Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed herein on March 19, 2015. I declare that all the information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code, that the registrant knows to be false, is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousands dollars ($1000).)

s. Michael J. McLaughlin, Executive Vice President Statement filed with the County of Riverside on March 25, 2026

NOTICE: In accordance with subdivision (a) of section 17920, a fictitious name statement generally expires at the end of the five years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the county clerk, except, as provided in subdivision (b) of section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any changes in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A new Fictitious Business Name Statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use this state of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411 Et Seq., business and professions code). I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the original statement on file in my office. Peter Aldana, County, Clerk File# R-202604426 Pub. 04/02/2026, 04/09/2026, 04/16/2026, 04/23/2026 Riverside Independent

The

This business is conducted by: a limited liability company (llc). Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed herein. I declare that all the information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code, that the registrant knows to be false, is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousands dollars ($1000).)

s. Dona Torbati, Secretary Statement filed with the County of Riverside on February 18, 2026

NOTICE: In accordance with subdivision (a) of section 17920, a fictitious name statement generally expires at the end of the five years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the county clerk, except, as provided in subdivision (b) of section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any changes in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A new Fictitious Business Name Statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use this state of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411 Et Seq., business and professions code). I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the original statement on file in my office.

Peter Aldana, County, Clerk File# R-202602225 Pub. 04/02/2026, 04/09/2026, 04/16/2026, 04/23/2026 Riverside Independent

The following person(s) is (are) doing business as LASHFOOD 12080 Magnolia Avenue Riverside, CA 92503 Riverside County Mailing Address 4128 W Commonwealth Avenue Suite 100 Fullerton, Ca 92833 Orange County JB Line Inc (CA, 12080 Magnolia Avenue, Riverside, CA 92503 Riverside County This business is conducted by: a corporation. Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed herein on December 4, 2007. I declare that all the information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code, that the registrant knows to be false, is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousands dollars ($1000).)

s. Faith Kim, CEO Statement filed with the County of Riverside on March 9, 2026 NOTICE: In accordance with subdivision (a) of section 17920, a fictitious name statement generally expires at the end of the five years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the county clerk, except, as provided in subdivision (b) of section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any changes in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A new Fictitious Business Name Statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use this state of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411 Et Seq., business and professions code). I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the original statement on file in my office. Peter Aldana, County, Clerk File# R-202603288 Pub. 04/02/2026, 04/09/2026, 04/16/2026, 04/23/2026 Riverside Independent

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. FBN20260002680

The following persons are doing business as: West Coast Audio, 1335 Delmonica Ave, San Bernardino, CA 92404. Mailing Address, 1335 Delmonica Ave, San Bernardino, CA 92404. # of Employees 0. (1). Alisha M Doussett (2). John R Becker (3). Isaac Armenta (4). Zachariah K Gutierrez. County of Principal Place of Business: San Bernardino This business is conducted by: a general partnership. Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed herein. By signing below, I declare that I have read and understand the reverse side of this form and that all information in this statement is true and correct. A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000). I am also aware that all information on this statement becomes Public Record upon filing pursuant to the California Public Records Act (Government Code Sections 6250- 6277). /s/ Zachariah K Gutierrez, General Partner. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Bernardino on March 30, 2026 Notice- In accordance

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with subdivision (a) of Section 17920. A Fictitious Name Statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the County Clerk, except, as provided in subdivision (b) of Section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to Section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A new Fictitious Business Name Statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411 et seq., Business and Professions Code) File#: FBN20260002680 Pub: 04/02/2026, 04/09/2026, 04/16/2026, 04/23/2026 San Bernardino Press

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. FBN20260002285

The following persons are doing business as: Shine Auto Project Incorporated., 9380 7th Street Ste D-E, Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91730. Mailing Address, 8103 Alpaca Street, Rosemead, CA 91770. # of Employees 4. Shine Auto Project Incorporated (CA, 9380 7th Street Ste D-E, Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91730; Ken C. Ching, President. County of Principal Place of Business: San Bernardino This business is conducted by: a corporation. Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed herein on September 5, 2018. By signing below, I declare that I have read and understand the reverse side of this form and that all information in this statement is true and correct. A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000). I am also aware that all information on this statement becomes Public Record upon filing pursuant to the California Public Records Act (Government Code Sections 6250- 6277). /s/ Ken C. Ching, President. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Bernardino on March 18, 2026 Notice- In accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920. A Fictitious Name Statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the County Clerk, except, as provided in subdivision (b) of Section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to Section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A new Fictitious Business Name Statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411 et seq., Business and Professions Code) File#: FBN20260002285 Pub: 04/02/2026, 04/09/2026, 04/16/2026, 04/23/2026 San Bernardino Press

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. FBN20260002147

The following persons are doing business as: THE ONE CO, 9999 FOOTHILL BLVD , #111, RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CA 91730. Mailing Address, 9999 FOOTHILL BLVD , #111, RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CA 91730. # of Employees 1. DUEL RENOVATION CO (CA, 9999 FOOTHILL BLVD, #111, RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CA 91730; SOMI L RO, President. County of Principal Place of Business: San Bernardino This business is conducted by: a corporation. Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed herein. By signing below, I declare that I have read and understand the reverse side of this form and that all information in this statement is true and correct. A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000). I am also aware that all information on this statement becomes Public Record upon filing pursuant to the California Public Records Act (Government Code Sections 6250- 6277). /s/ SOMI L RO, President. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Bernardino on March 13, 2026 Notice- In accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920. A Fictitious Name Statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the County Clerk, except, as provided in subdivision (b) of Section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to Section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A new Fictitious Business Name Statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411 et seq., Business and Professions Code) File#: FBN20260002147 Pub: 04/02/2026, 04/09/2026, 04/16/2026, 04/23/2026

San Bernardino Press

The following person(s) is (are) doing business as Flavorfest & Beats

25060 Hancock Ave, suite 107 Murrieta, CA 92562

Riverside County Mailing Address, 27316 Fielder Rd, Menifee, CA 92584. Riverside County Thai2go, llc (CA, 25060 Hancock Ave, suite 107, Menifee, CA 92562

Riverside County

This business is conducted by: a limited liability company (llc). Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed herein on March 22, 2026. I declare that all the information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code, that the registrant knows to be false, is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousands dollars ($1000).)

s. Melissa Long, Managing member Statement filed with the County of Riverside on April 2, 2026

NOTICE: In accordance with subdivision (a) of section 17920, a fictitious name statement generally expires at the end of the five years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the county clerk, except, as provided in subdivision (b) of section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any changes in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A new Fictitious Business Name Statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use this state of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411 Et Seq., business and professions code). I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the original statement on file in my office.

Peter Aldana, County, Clerk File# R-202605045 Pub. 04/09/2026, 04/16/2026, 04/23/2026, 04/30/2026

Riverside Independent

The following person(s) is (are) doing business as (1). Rachel’s Angels Property Solutions (2). Rachel’s Angels Property Care 54521 Calhoun St Thermal, CA 92274

Riverside County Mailing Address 54521 Calhoun St Vista Santa Rosa, CA 92274

Riverside County Lorena Raquel Rojas Villasenor, 54521 Calhoun St, Thermal, CA 92274

Riverside County

This business is conducted by: a individual. Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed herein. I declare that all the information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code, that the registrant knows to be false, is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousands dollars ($1000).)

s. Lorena Raquel Rojas Villasenor Statement filed with the County of Riverside on March 20, 2026

NOTICE: In accordance with subdivision (a) of section 17920, a fictitious name statement generally expires at the end of the five years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the county clerk, except, as provided in subdivision (b) of section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any changes in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A new Fictitious Business Name Statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use this state of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411 Et Seq., business and professions code).

I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the original statement on file in my office.

Peter Aldana, County, Clerk File# R-202604166 Pub. 04/09/2026, 04/16/2026, 04/23/2026, 04/30/2026 Riverside Independent

The following person(s) is (are) doing business as (1). Final Flight Memorials (2). Final Flight Memorial (3). Final Flight 7586 Morning Mist Dr Eastvale, CA 92880 Riverside County SoCal Droneworks LLC (CA, 7586 Morning Mist Drive, Eastvale, CA 92880 Riverside County

This business is conducted by: a limited liability company (llc). Registrant has not yet begun to transact business

under the fictitious business name or names listed herein. I declare that all the information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code, that the registrant knows to be false, is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousands dollars ($1000).) s. James Draper, Managing member Statement filed with the County of Riverside on April 1, 2026

NOTICE: In accordance with subdivision (a) of section 17920, a fictitious name statement generally expires at the end of the five years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the county clerk, except, as provided in subdivision (b) of section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any changes in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A new Fictitious Business Name Statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use this state of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411 Et Seq., business and professions code). I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the original statement on file in my office.

Peter Aldana, County, Clerk File# R-202604967 Pub. 04/09/2026, 04/16/2026, 04/23/2026, 04/30/2026 Riverside Independent

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. FBN20260002899

The following persons are doing business as: Sagewood Veterinary Clinic, 6180 Riverside Dr Unit H, Chino, CA 91710. Mailing Address, 7089 Tiburon Dr, Eastvale, Ca 92880. L&L Veterinary Partners, Inc. (CA, 7089 Tiburon Dr, Eastvale, CA 92880; Lyndsey Shiraki, CFO. County of Principal Place of Business: San Bernardino This business is conducted by: a corporation. Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed herein. By signing below, I declare that I have read and understand the reverse side of this form and that all information in this statement is true and correct. A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000).

I am also aware that all information on this statement becomes Public Record upon filing pursuant to the California Public Records Act (Government Code Sections 6250- 6277). /s/ Lyndsey Shiraki, CFO. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Bernardino on April 3, 2026 Notice- In accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920. A Fictitious Name Statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the County Clerk, except, as provided in subdivision (b) of Section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to Section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A new Fictitious Business Name Statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411 et seq., Business and Professions Code) File#: FBN20260002899 Pub: 04/09/2026, 04/16/2026, 04/23/2026, 04/30/2026 San Bernardino Press

FILE NO. FBN20260002480

FILED: March 23, 2026

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT ABANDONMENT: County of Original Filing: San Bernardino

Date of Original Filing: October 14, 2021 File No.: FBN20210010450

Fictitious Business Name(s): Angel’s Barber shop & Beauty Salon 1374 West Foothill Blv Suite B Rialto, CA 92376 San Benardino County Mailing Address, 1374 West Foothill Blv Suite B, Rialto, CA 92376. San Bernardino County # of Employees 1. Name of Registrant: Isabel Galvis De Burton, 1374 West Foothill Blv Suite B, Rialto, CA 92376 San Bernardino County This business is/was conducted by: a individual Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed herein on November 17, 2016 BY SIGNING BELOW, I DECLARE THAT I HAVE READ AND UNDERSTAND THE REVERSE SIDE OF THIS FORM AND THAT ALL INFORMATION IN THIS STATEMENT IS TRUE AND CORRECT. (A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed

one thousand dollars ($1,000).) I am also aware that all information on this statement becomes public record upon filing pursuant to the California Public Records Act (Government Code Sections 6250-6277). /s/ Isabel Galvis De Burton, Owner 04/09/2026, 04/16/2026, 04/23/2026, 04/30/2026 San Bernardino Press

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. FBN20260002800 The following persons are doing business as: CO-WEST COMMODITIES, INC., 2586 Shenandoah Way, San Bernardino, CA 92407. Mailing Address, P.O. Box 9568, San Bernardino, CA 92427. CO-WEST COMMODITIES, INC. (CA-3849419, 2586 Shenandoah Way, San Bernardino, CA 92407; Brian Rosh, Treasurer. County of Principal Place of Business: San Bernardino This business is conducted by: a corporation. Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed herein on December 14, 2015. By signing below, I declare that I have read and understand the reverse side of this form and that all information in this statement is true and correct. A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code that the

04/16/2026, 04/23/2026, 04/30/2026 San Bernardino Press FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. FBN20260002793 The following persons are doing business as: Joshua Tree Blanket Co., 1. 61865 29 Palms Hwy, Joshua Tree, CA 92252. Mailing Address, 7737 Valley Vista Ave, Yucca Valley, CA 92284. Come on Over LLC (CA-B20250096700, 7737 Valley Vista Ave, Yucca Valley, CA 92284; Kathryn Chamberlain, Manager. County of Principal Place of Business: San Bernardino This business is conducted by: a limited liability company (llc). Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed herein on February 12, 2026. By signing below, I declare that I have read and understand the reverse side of this form and that all information in this statement is true and correct. A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000). I am also aware that all information on this statement becomes Public Record upon filing pursuant to the California Public Records Act (Government Code Sections 6250- 6277). /s/

Pasadena Village distributes $450K to older survivors of Eaton Fire

By Staff

Older adults who lost possessions and housing stability as a result of the Eaton Fire last year began receiving financial help Friday through a grant partnership between the California Community Foundation and a local housing community.

Pasadena Village started distributing a $450,000 award from the Foundation to provide direct cash assistance to wildfire survivors in Altadena and Pasadena, grant program organizers announced.

Based upon the organization's "peer-to-peer support model," Pasadena Village management appointed a recovery team of nine older adults who designed and carried out an equitable process to distribute the grant money, program organizers said. In February, the team approved grants for 61 people age 55 and older who were

still displaced by the Eaton Fire, with grants ranging from $5,000 to $8,175.

More than 40 of recipients identify as Black or African American, according to Pasadena Village. Fiftytwo lost their primary residence entirely, while nine are still waiting to return to homes severely damaged by smoke and ash.

John Jackson, an 80-yearold Altadena resident, lost the home where he had lived for 50 years. The Eaton Fire also took the outdoor kitchen where he gathered with friends, furniture he crafted by hand and a workshop filled with woodworking tools — none of which were insured.

“The Village has offered me unbelievable support,” Jackson said. “While most people needed computers and electronics, I needed saws and hand and power tools to rebuild my storage shed.”

With his grant assistance, Jackson plans to rebuild his home and workshop and replace essential tools such as a table saw, router and planer. He also hopes to rebuild fencing and restore the patio. Woodworking is more than a hobby for Jackson, it’s a source of purpose and a way to rebuild what insurance can't replace, from shelving and drawers to furniture.

Juanita, an 84-year-old Altadena resident, lost her family’s home of 52 years, along with everything in it and two cars. The funding she received will help pay rebuilding expenses, furnishings and basic needs as she and her family work toward returning home.

“We just need help to sustain ourselves financially until we can get back home,” she said in a statement.

“Pasadena Village is deeply grateful to the California Community Foundation for standing with our community in this moment of need,” Katie Brandon, executive director of Pasadena Village, said in a statement. “Many older adults affected by the wildfires lost not only their homes, but their stability. This funding is

Artemis II

crew member on the ISS.

He also was a test pilot at Naval Air Weapons Station China Lake in the Mojave Desert and earned a master's degree from Air University at Edwards Air Force Base.

Glover's crewmates are Commander Reid Wiseman and mission specialists Christina Hammock Koch and Jeremy Hansen, a Canadian Space Agency astronaut.

"As we surpass the furthest distance humans have ever traveled from planet Earth, we do so in honoring the extraordinary efforts and feats of our predecessors in human space exploration," Hansen told mission control Monday. "We will continue our journey even further into space before Mother Earth succeeds in pulling us back to everything that we hold dear. But we, most importantly, choose this moment to challenge this generation and the next to make sure this record is not long-lived."

The crew also suggested that an unnamed lunar crater be named in tribute to the

mission commander's late wife Carroll Wiseman.

"It's a bright spot on the moon, and we would like to call that Carroll," Hansen said.

They named another crater after their Orion spacecraft that's called Integrity.

During the flyby, Artemis II astronauts took photos of the lunar surface and recorded observations while briefly losing contact with mission control for about 40 minutes as Integrity moved behind the moon. The crew's fleet of digital cameras captured high-resolution images of lunar features that humans have never directly seen, NASA officials said.

On Friday, NASA released high-resolution images of Earth captured by the crew after the spacecraft completed a key engine burn placing it on a trajectory toward the moon.

Astronauts said they were "glued to the windows" taking photos of Earth as it receded into the distance, with Hansen describing "a beauti-

ful view of the dark side of the Earth, lit by the moon."

Wiseman later asked mission control how to clean the spacecraft's windows after the earthward gazing left the glass smudged. He added that taking pictures of the Earth from deep space turned out to be a challenge.

"It's like walking out back at your house, trying to take a picture of the moon," he told mission control. "That's what it feels like right now."

NASA's Deep Space

Network, which Jet Propulsion Laboratory in Pasadena manages, is involved in the communications between Artemis II and mission control.

“At NASA, we dare to reach higher, explore farther, and achieve the impossible. That’s embodied perfectly by our Artemis II astronauts — Reid, Victor, Christina, and Jeremy," Lori Glaze, acting associate administrator for NASA's Exploration Systems Development Mission Direc-

helping older survivors move forward and know that they are supported, and not forgotten, as they rebuild their lives.”

The Eaton Fire caused 19 deaths, mostly in Altadena, and destroyed thousands of structures amid severe Santa Ana winds in January 2025.

More information is available from PasadenaVillage.org or by calling 626-765-6037.

In addition to financial assistance, Pasadena Village continues to connect older adults with each other and with resources as they navigate the long road to recovery. Community representatives said a priority is to help ensure survivors do not face the aftermath of the Eaton Fire alone.

torate, said in a statement. "They are charting new frontiers for all humanity. Their dedication is about more than breaking records — it’s fueling our hope for a bold future. Their mission is carrying our promise to return to the Moon’s surface, this time to stay as we establish a Moon Base.”

Officials expect Artemis III to launch sometime next year to test lunar landers being developed by Hawthorne-based SpaceX and Jeff Bezos' Blue Origin.

In early 2028, Artemis IV is expected to launch with the goal of astronauts returning to the moon's surface via a lunar lander.

Artemis V, another lunar surface mission, is expected in late 2028, with subsequent missions planned about once each year.

The first humans on the moon were U.S. astronauts Neil Armstrong and Buzz Aldrin on July 20, 1969, during the Apollo 11 mission. A total of 12 men have walked on the moon, the last being Apollo

17 astronaut Gene Cernan in December 1972.

The current mission's progress is charted online at nasa.gov/artemis-ii.

Satellite launch

Another Falcon 9 rocket from Vandenberg Space Force Base near Lompoc is set for Friday after the latest launch sent eye-catching visuals across the sky visible from the Los Angeles area to Central California.

The rocket carrying 25 Starlink satellites launched at 7:50 p.m. Monday, the first flight for the first-stage booster supporting the mission, SpaceX announced. This was the first flight for the Stage 1 booster supporting the mission. Following separation, the first stage landed on the Of Course I Still Love You droneship stationed in the Pacific Ocean.

Unfavorable conditions postponed the launch Sunday. The launch scheduled for Friday will also carry 25 Starlink satellites and will be the 32nd flight for its Stage 1 booster.