Bass continues to direct water outage emergency
Los Angeles Karen Bass today continues to direct the City’s response to a water outage caused by emergency repairs in the neighborhoods of Porter Ranch and Granada Hills in the San Fernando Valley.
As of this post, a boil water notice in affected areas remains in effect.
“The City is working to set up water distribution sites if needed. In addition, LAFD and LADWP have predeployed emergency first responders. We will be ready to address this issue as needed,” Bass said.
Yesterday, Bass joined LA City Councilmember John Lee, LADWP CEO and Chief Engineer Janisse Quiñones, LAFD Interim Chief Ronnie Villanueva, and LAPD Chief Jim McDonnell in providing an update on the City’s response to a water outage emergency.
The following resources are available for impacted Angelenos:
- Free water distribution sites are open in the following locations to provide drinking water to customers between 7 AM – 7 PM:
- Holleigh Bernson Memorial Park, 20500 Sesnon Blvd, Porter Ranch, CA 91326.
- O’Melveny Park, 17300 Sesnon Blvd., Granada Hills, CA 91344.
- Intersection of Tampa Ave. and Sesnon Blvd.
- Cooling centers with restrooms continue to be available at the following locations as the Valley experiences high temperatures:
- Recreation and Parks facilities and hours of operations are available here: laparks.org/reccenter.
- Local library locations and hours of operations are available here: lapl.org/branches.
Updates will be provided at ladwpnews.com.
Horvath, Hahn defend Planned Parenthood health centers
Los Angeles County Supervisors Horvath and Janice Hahn this week saw the full County Board of Supervisors approve their co-authored motion to advocate for emergency state action to keep Planned Parenthood health centers open and accessible across Los Angeles County.
The vote came in response to new federal restrictions that will block Planned Parenthood health centers from receiving Medicaid reimbursements for any services they provide. A federal court injunction has – for now – blocked the federal restrictions from taking effect, but access to life-saving, preventative services remain in jeopardy.
In Los Angeles County alone, Planned Parenthood operates 23 health centers and provides approximately 250,000 patient visits each year. Their outreach and education teams, including the Promotoras Comunitarias and Black Health Initiative, reach nearly 50,000 people annually, focusing on communities most affected by disparities in care.
“For decades, Planned Parenthood has been a trusted source of care in Los Angeles County—providing essential health services, trusted information, and compassionate support, especially in communities too often overlooked,” said Horvath. “We won’t let political attacks erase decades of progress. We stand with our communities to protect access, preserve dignity, and ensure that care remains available to everyone who needs it. This is about real people getting access to essential care—cancer screenings, birth control, STI treatment, and all they need to lead healthy lives.”
“Our healthcare system in this country is fragile as it is, and now the federal government is threatening to deprive already underserved populations from the vast range of services that Planned Parenthood centers provide. It could impact families for generations to come. Today we’re sending a clear message to our partners in Sacramento that keeping them open is urgent and essential,” said Hahn.
Glendale to Host Second Annual Women’s Equality Day Celebration
Glendale Mayor Ara Najarian and the City of Glendale is inviting community members to its Second Annual Women’s Equality Day Celebration next month.
The event follows last year’s sold-out inaugural event. It will unite civic and community leaders, equity advocates, residents, and business owners for a program centered on education, empowerment, and connection. ,
“We look forward to hosting this event once again and bringing together the powerful voices that inspire our community,” said Najarian. “Along with my Council colleagues, I invite the community to join us for an evening that celebrates progress, challenges injustice, and envisions a more equitable future.”
To support working parents, a limited number of childcare reservations will be available. A separate kids’ station will offer supervised activities for children ages 4 and up, allowing caregivers to fully participate in the evening’s program.
The City of Glendale Women’s Equality Day Celebration is slated for 5 p.m. Wednesday, September 10, at the Alex Theatre Courtyard, 216 N. Brand Blvd in Glendale. It is a free event and open to all. RSVP is required: GlendaleCA.gov/WomensEquality.
Parris, Crist laud Lancaster’s homeless reduction
Lancaster Mayor R. Rex Parris and Vice Mayor Marvin Crist said this week the City of Lancaster is seeing clear, measurable progress in its ongoing efforts to address homelessness through targeted programs, supportive services, and a commitment to long-term solutions.
According to recently released data from the Los Angeles Homeless Services Authority (LAHSA), the City’s homeless population has reduced by 33% overall over the past year.
“The homelessness crisis isn’t unique to Lancaster—it’s affecting cities across the state, especially those in Los Angeles County,” said Parris. “But here at home, we listened to our residents, studied what works, and put a plan into action. These results show that when you lead with both compassion and accountability, you can make real change.”
From 2024 to 2025, Lancaster’s sheltered population rose from 195 to 437, and those in improvised dwellings went from 797 to 567. Meanwhile, the number of unsheltered individuals dropped from 321 to 181—a 125% increase in people sheltered and a 44% reduction in those living on the street.
At the center of this effort is Kensington Campus, a transitional housing project designed to stabilize individuals with wraparound services including mental health care, recovery support, and pathways to permanent housing.
“Public safety was a key factor in our decision to act,” said Crist. “When people are housed in safe environments, they’re more likely to get the support they need to rebuild their lives. That’s exactly what Kensington provides—and the results speak for themselves.”
To further expand care and address root causes of homelessness, the City is preparing to break ground on a new $83 million Behavioral Health Facility. The facility will serve as a regional hub for the Antelope Valley’s mental health and addiction recovery services.
