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Madeline Armstrong

Madeline Armstrong covers Torrance and Carson for the Daily Breeze, covering city government, schools and local issues. She has a Master's degree in journalism from Hofstra University and has been published in outlets across the country as a freelancer. She also worked as a reporter for The Center Square, covering politics in California and Arizona, and assistant editor for Today's News-Herald in Lake Havasu City, AZ.

Players compete in the military dodgeball tournament on Sunday, May 24, 2026, at the 10th annual L.A. Fleet Week in San Pedro. (Photo by Howard Freshman, Contributing Photographer)

Navy Bravos win thrilling dodgeball tournament during day 3 of LA Fleet Week

May 24, 2026 at 6:02 p.m.

Thousands of attendees explored the main expo grounds in San Pedro during the third day of Fleet Week on Sunday, May 24.

The now-shuttered Phillips 66 Los Angeles Refinery in Carson on Friday, February 27, 2026. (Photo by Drew A. Kelley, Press-Telegram/SCNG)

Plans for Phillips 66 refinery redevelopment in Carson announced

May 18, 2026 at 5:19 p.m.

Catellus-Deca, LLC, has submitted a redevelopment application on behalf of Phillips 66 for the site of the decommissioned refinery site in Carson.

Jennifer McMullen, 101, of Whittier, worked as a riveter at Lockheed Aircraft Corporation in Burbank in 1944. One of the women was later immortalized as “Rosie the Riveter,” a symbol of the women who helped win the war by working in aircraft factories. (Photo by Keith Durflinger, Contributing Photographer)

For Mother’s Day weekend, we turn to moms at least 100 years old for their wisdom

May 9, 2026 at 3:30 p.m.

Centenarian mothers have some thoughts on their favorite lifetime appointment.

US Army Cavalry members ride horses during the 63rd Annual Torrance Armed Forces Day Parade in Torrance on Saturday, May 17, 2025. (Photo by Raphael Richardson, Contributing Photographer)

64th Torrance Armed Forces Day Celebration will see reduced military attendance amid Iran war

May 9, 2026 at 4:06 p.m.

The 64th annual Torrance Armed Forces Day celebration will take place Friday, May 15 through Sunday, May 17.

Paul Seo is a candidate for AD-66 in 2026. (Photo courtesy of Paul Seo’s campaign)

Paul Seo, AD-66 candidate, 2026 primary election questionnaire

May 6, 2026 at 12:03 p.m.

Ahead of the election, the Southern California News Group compiled a list of questions to pose to the candidates vying to represent you.

Shannon Ruiz-Ross is a candidate for AD-66 in 2026. (Photo courtesy of Shannon Ruiz-Ross’ campaign)

Shannon Ruiz-Ross, AD-66 candidate, 2026 primary election questionnaire

May 6, 2026 at 11:59 a.m.

Ahead of the election, the Southern California News Group compiled a list of questions to pose to the candidates vying to represent you.

Jessica Zonia Maldonado is a candidate for AD-66 in 2026. (Photo courtesy of Jessica Zonia Maldonado’s campaign)

Jessica Zonia Maldonado, AD-66 candidate, 2026 primary election questionnaire

May 6, 2026 at 11:54 a.m.

Ahead of the election, the Southern California News Group compiled a list of questions to pose to the candidates vying to represent you.

Scott Houston is a candidate for AD-66 in 2026. (Photo courtesy of Scott Houston’s campaign)

Scott Houston, AD-66 candidate, 2026 primary election questionnaire

May 6, 2026 at 11:49 a.m.

Ahead of the election, the Southern California News Group compiled a list of questions to pose to the candidates vying to represent you.

Sara Deen is a candidate for AD-66 in 2026. (Photo courtesy of Sara Deen’s campaign)

Sara Deen, AD-66 candidate, 2026 primary election questionnaire

May 6, 2026 at 11:46 a.m.

Ahead of the election, the Southern California News Group compiled a list of questions to pose to the candidates vying to represent you.

George Barks is a candidate for AD-66 in 2026. (Photo courtesy of George Barks’ campaign)

George Barks, AD-66 candidate, 2026 primary election questionnaire

May 6, 2026 at 11:41 a.m.

Ahead of the election, the Southern California News Group compiled a list of questions to pose to the candidates vying to represent you.