Encino Neighborhood Council tackles mansionization

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BY ERIKA OBLEA The growth of towering mansions in a typically suburban area, also known as mansionization, can be more than an eyesore for residents. Many claim it destroys the character of the community. In response, the Encino Neighborhood … [Read more...]

Charter status approved for Van Nuys’ Birmingham High

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BY ERIKA OBLEA After much debate, Birmingham High School will open its doors for the 2009-2010 school semester with its new charter status. Approved last Wednesday by LAUSD boardmembers, the charter status will allow the school to exercise more … [Read more...]

Galatzan’s Task Force meeting on LAUSD budget woes

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BY ERIKA OBLEA With the Los Angeles Unified School District (LAUSD) facing uncertain funds from state and the federal stimulus package, transportation cuts, and increasing class sizes, San Fernando Valley parents, teachers, and principals gathered … [Read more...]