We Are Burbank
The city that makes the world's entertainment deserves world-class local journalism.
Burbank is more than a studio backlot. It's a real city with real neighborhoods, real schools, and real people who deserve journalism that goes deeper than headlines.
Burbank Digest launched in 2026 to fill a growing need for hyperlocal news coverage. While the entertainment industry puts Burbank on the world stage, it's the city council meetings, school board decisions, restaurant openings, and neighborhood stories that define daily life here. That's what we cover.
We are independently owned and operated. We are not affiliated with any political party, corporation, studio, or media conglomerate. Editorial decisions are made solely by our newsroom staff.
Burbank Digest
3500 W Olive Ave Suite 300
Burbank, CA 91505
What We Cover
Local News
City council, public safety, infrastructure, neighborhoods
Entertainment
Studio news, productions, Disney, Warner Bros, NBC
Business
Local businesses, startups, commercial development
Dining
Restaurants, reviews, Magnolia Park eats, new openings
Arts & Culture
Theaters, galleries, festivals, community events
Real Estate
Housing market, development projects, zoning
Education
BUSD, schools, youth programs, colleges
Sports
Prep sports, rec leagues, Verdugo Mountains outdoors
People
Community profiles, local heroes, notable residents
Our Team
Elena Vargas
Editor-in-Chief
Burbank native and UCLA journalism graduate. Covers city hall, local government, and community issues with 15 years of experience in local journalism.
Chris Nakamura
Entertainment & Business Reporter
Former Variety contributor who covers studio news, production activity, and how the entertainment industry shapes Burbank.
Maya Johnson
Food & Culture Reporter
Food blogger turned journalist who reviews restaurants, covers the arts scene, and profiles local chefs and artists.
Tony Martinez
Real Estate & Development Reporter
Licensed realtor and urban planning enthusiast who covers housing, commercial development, and neighborhood changes.
Rachel Kim
Education & Community Reporter
Former teacher who covers BUSD, youth programs, and profiles community leaders and local heroes.
Derek Sullivan
Sports & Outdoors Reporter
Former Burroughs High coach who covers prep sports, rec leagues, hiking trails, and outdoor living in the Verdugo Mountains.
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