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Idaho’s Air Quality Crisis: The Hidden Dangers of Wildfires and Pollution
Summers in the Western United States are a challenge. Whether you live in Arizona, California, or our state of Idaho, it's hot. The summer of 2024 is projected to be one of the hottest and most dangerous on record, posing a significant threat to our communities. . Fortunately, the Gem...
New Bill Needs Governor’s Signature to Ease Black Job Crisis
As a pastor and community activist in South Los Angeles, I’m daily reminded of how much poverty has affected the financial and spiritual wellbeing of our Black communities. With rising inflation, from food to gas prices, Black folks are being outpriced in their own communities. And because of historic discrimination, Black people face disproportionately high unemployment rates, leaving them unable to take care of their families and vulnerable to chronic poverty, homelessness and incarceration.
August is Valley Fever Awareness Month
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) — August is Valley Fever Awareness Month and the California Department of Public Health indicates the state may have set a record for Valley Fever cases in 2023. Dr. Carlos D’Assumpcao and Annika Knudsen from Flame & Skewers stopped by 17 News to share details on the illness and promotion happening at […]
Central Valley residents rally for right to know where toxic pesticides are applied
SHAFTER, Calif. (KBAK/KBFX) — More than 50 Central Valley residents who either live in a rural area or come from a background in farm work, rallied at the Shafter Youth Center to demand attention from the state. The concern goes towards toxic pesticides being released in areas such as...
I just found my long-lost envelope with $6K, but the bank says the cash is too damaged to accept | Call Kurtis Investigates
What does a 66-year-old Sacramento woman do after she finds an envelope containing $6,000 in cash she misplaced years ago?For Mary Venegas, she went straight to her bank to deposit the money. But, the bank refused to accept it because some of the bills were damaged."I was flabbergasted," Venegas said. "It was such a good feeling because we had been looking for it for so long."Venegas recently discovered the envelope with the money inside. Four years ago, her adventure began when she lost the envelope after putting it down somewhere in the yard. Somehow, the envelope ended up on the...
Two El Dorado Hills residents appointed to top state roles
The office of California Governor Gavin Newsom has announced the appointment of two individuals to two different top positions representing the state of Calfornia. Both of the appointments are residents of El Dorado Hills, according to the press release issued by the Governor’s office. .Edmond Blagdon has been appointed...
Saturday concert series in Atascadero continues with Erin & the Earthquakes
– The City of Atascadero will continue its 2024 “Saturdays in the Park” Summer Concert Series with a performance by Erin & the Earthquakes. The concert will take place on Saturday, July 27 at 6:30 p.m. at the Atascadero Lake Park Bandstand. Erin & the Earthquakes are known...
Big Lots closing three stores on the Central Coast
Big Lots plans to close up to 40 stores nationwide, including three on the Central Coast. Big lots in Atascadero, Santa Maria and Lompoc have posted closure signs. Local Big Lot stores are currently offering 20% savings as part of their closing sales. Last month, the retail chain announced plans...
SLO County heatwave prompts health and safety guidance from Dignity Health and first responders
With more extreme heat on the way to the Central Coast, San Luis Obispo County is expected to see triple digits in temperatures this week. The post SLO County heatwave prompts health and safety guidance from Dignity Health and first responders appeared first on News Channel 3-12.
Sheriff’s Office warns of computer/phone scam
SAN LUIS OBISPO COUNTY — The Sheriff’s Office has recently had numerous reports of sophisticated scams occurring within San Luis Obispo County. One scam in particular is targeting older residents and has generated several calls to the Sheriff’s Office. The scam works the following way: individuals report...
Two arrested due to stolen vehicle
PASO ROBLES — On Friday, July 19, at approximately 12:27 p.m., officers located an occupied stolen vehicle at a gas station in 1200 block of 24th Street. The vehicle was occupied by Nicole Clark and Elmer Guerrero. Both Clark and Guerrero were taken into custody without incident during this investigation. Clark was discovered to have a warrant for her arrest for grand theft of a vehicle. Guerrero also had several warrants for his arrest.
This week’s San Luis Obispo County government meetings
The Arroyo Grande City Council will meet at 6 p.m. on July 23 in the council chambers. Following 50 inches of rainfall over two years, the city’s water supplies are healthy. Under item 9-h on the agenda, the council will discuss yearly and monthly water usage and supplies. The...
Tom’s Elton tribute brings Elton John’s hits to SLO, Templeton
– Tom’s Elton Tribute, a premier Elton John tribute band, will perform in San Luis Obispo on July 28 for one night only. The band, led by Tom Cridland on lead vocals and piano, is also set to appear at the Templeton Performing Arts Center on July 31 at 7 p.m.
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