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Burbank School Board Member Implicated in $93,000 Scheme, Paramo Resigns

1 day ago | outlooknewspapers.com | Gavin Quinton

Burbank Unified School District Superintendent John Paramo resigned Thursday, June 5, following revelations of an alleged $93,000 conflict-of-interest scheme involving school board member Charlene Tabet and her daughter, BreAnn Weist, which is now under criminal investigation. At a closed session meeting last night, the Board of Education voted 4-0 to accept Paramo’s resignation, with Tabet absent from the meeting. The board appointed Oscar Macias as acting superintendent until further notice.
Burbank Police Nab Another Organized Crime Group

1 week ago | outlooknewspapers.com | Gavin Quinton

Just days after federal authorities arrested multiple members of Armenian organized crime groups with ties to Burbank, the Burbank Police Department announced this week that investigative leads shared by the department have resulted in the arrest of another organized crime group with ties to South American crime tourism.
Artuni Deemed 'Flight Risk' in Initial Detention Hearing

1 week ago | outlooknewspapers.com | Gavin Quinton

Ara Artuni, the alleged Armenian mafia head arrested earlier this month in a sweeping raid on alleged gang members across the San Fernando Valley, will remain detained without bail following a decision by U.S. District Court Judge Patricia A. Donahue deeming him a flight risk. At a detention hearing at the United States Courthouse in downtown Los Angeles this week, Artuni was brought out in an orange jumpsuit and chains.
Armenian Mafia Head Deemed 'Flight Risk' in Initial Detention Hearing

1 week ago | outlooknewspapers.com | Gavin Quinton

Ara Artuni, the alleged Armenian mafia head arrested earlier this month in a sweeping raid on alleged gang members across the San Fernando Valley, will remain detained without bail following a decision by U.S. District Court Judge Patricia A. Donahue deeming him a flight risk. At a detention hearing at the United States Courthouse in downtown Los Angeles this week, Artuni was brought out in an orange jumpsuit and chains.
South Pasadena Police Department Crime Report

1 week ago | outlooknewspapers.com | Gavin Quinton

Police responded to a call regarding a man who was allegedly prowling outside of a home in the 1500 block of Rollin Street at 1:30 a.m. on May 25. Upon arrival, Officers contacted a man who matched the suspect's description. He told officers he had an intention of entering the victims residence and was subsequently arrested. oTwo men were arrested on firearms and narcotics charges near Orange Grove Avenue and the 110 Freeway at 1:54 a.m. on May 21.
Report Finds Gaps in Access, Process at BUSD Care Centers

1 week ago | outlooknewspapers.com | Gavin Quinton

The Burbank Unified School District is considering changes to its student care centers following the release of a report by Hanover Research showing the majority of parents and students are unaware of available mental health services.
Community Embraces Memorial Day Tradition

1 week ago | outlooknewspapers.com | Mia Alva

The city of La Cañada Flintridge enjoyed a three-day weekend of fun activities and community engagement, while remembering the holiday that brought it all together. Memorial Day, usually on the last Monday of May, is dedicated to honoring those who have died while serving in the United States military. This past Memorial Day was no different in the city, with more than 100 people gathering for the service at Memorial Park.
USC Full-Ride Scholarship Awarded to LCHS Senior

1 week ago | outlooknewspapers.com | Mia Alva

For many high school seniors, the stress of college and scholarship applications weighs heavy as they wait to hear back, knowing there is no guarantee they will get into the school that is top on their list. But for some, like La Cañada High School senior Olivia Cha, they are lucky to receive a scholarship that grants a full ride. Cha will be attending USC in the fall after receiving the USC Trustee Scholarship.
The Little Red Hen Press That Could

1 week ago | outlooknewspapers.com | Jessica Doherty

When Red Hen Press began 30 years ago, cofounder Kate Gale recounted that Los Angeles’ literary scene was crumbling. “There were no [Master of Fine Arts] programs, bookstores were closing, publishing houses were closing. L.A. as a literary city just felt very fragile to me,” she said.
Burbanker Honored for Holocaust Survivor Speaker Program

1 week ago | outlooknewspapers.com | Gavin Quinton

On May 10, U.S. Rep Laura Friedman honored Holocaust educator David Meyerhof in her Burbank office for his "unwavering commitment to Holocaust education and remembrance, and his contributions to the community as a speaker, poet and advocate," according to the proclamation. Meyerhof has worked as the Holocaust survivor speaker coordinator for the Burbank, Glendale and Los Angeles Unified School Districts for the past 10 years.