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The Impacts of Excessive Heat on Unsheltered Individuals in the Inland Empire and Beyond
Overview: The Inland Empire region of Southern California is experiencing record-breaking heat, which is particularly dangerous for the homeless population. The heat can exacerbate pre-existing health conditions and increase the risk of heat-related illnesses, which can lead to hospitalization or even death. The homeless population faces unique challenges in accessing cool centers and managing chronic conditions, and the state has cut funding for programs that address extreme heat. The region’s homeless population will continue to face this additional layer of complexity as temperatures are projected to rise for the remaining months of summer.
C-WIN: On the Brink: Repeat of Massive Sturgeon Die-Offs Likely
Warm Water in Delta Setting Stage for Another Catastrophe, Organization Warns. Press release from the California Water Impact Network. Huge die-offs of white sturgeon in the San Francisco Bay/Sacramento-San Joaquin Delta estuary over the last two years were so devastating that the California Fish and Game Commission recently moved to list the iconic gamefish under the state Endangered Species Act.
Saison Cellar Scotts Valley Welcomes New Manager
July 16, 2024 – Truth be told, I was shopping for something that ACE Hardware in Scotts Valley didn’t have when I noticed activity going on outside Saison Cellar & Wine Bar in the Kings Village Shopping Center. They were hosting a popup with Kikuchi x Yuko and at least a few Saison patrons were taking advantage of the opportunity. I was curious what they had on their list for Sauvignon Blanc and operations director Jane McElrone pointed me to two interesting French options, the 2020 Pascal Jolivet and the 2020 Saint Sulpice SB-Semillon, both of which I included in last Friday’s “Grape Escape” on Sauvy B.
New CA rules could ban plants, certain objects within 5 feet of home
(KRON) — Protecting homes from wildfire risk is the idea behind a new set of rules in California. Some of the regulations could include limiting plants or items like a hot tub within five feet of your home. Those involved with the rules say they are backed by science and have been shown to make […]
California judge: first grader too young for free speech rights, family appeals
(The Center Square) - The mother of a first grader punished for handing an “innocent” drawing with the phrases “black lives matter” and “any life” to a classmate of color is appealing to the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals after a lower court ruling declared first-grade students are too young to be protected by the First Amendment. After a first grade lesson on Martin Luther King Jr. and Black Lives Matter, a student who felt bad for her classmate of color drew a picture for...
Former Santa Clara Co. Sheriff captain found guilty in gun bribery scheme
(KRON) — A former Santa Clara County Sheriff’s Office captain, James Jensen, 47, was found guilty by a jury related to felony bribery and conspiracy charges on Wednesday. According to the Santa Clara County District Attorney’s Office, the former captain was convicted for his role in a scheme to have AS Solutions Inc. — an […]
NBC Bay Area: Feds investigating Santa Clara County Office of Education’s use of Head Start funds
Investigators from the federal Head Start program visited the Santa Clara County Office of Education in person as part of an on-going process to determine if federal funds were used to pay salaries and other expenses for non-Head Start employees. The post NBC Bay Area: Feds investigating Santa Clara County Office of Education’s use of Head Start funds appeared first on San José Spotlight.
Public memorial mass for beloved Monterey restaurant co-owner to be held
MONTEREY, Calif. — Rosine's Restaurant announced they will be holding a memorial mass on Thursday morning in honor of co-owner Rosine Culcasi. All are welcome to attend. Rosine passed away on Tuesday, July 9, peacefully at her home. She was 85. The Culcasi Family said in a statement:. The...
San Benito Wildfire Community hosting a meeting
Information provided by the San Benito Agricultural Land Trust. Lea este artículo en español aquí. Wildfire season is here and, as a community, we need to be prepared! Residents of San Juan Bautista and Aromas areas are encouraged to participate on July 17th, 2024, from 5:30-8:00 pm at St. Francis Retreat in San Juan Bautista for a Community Meeting to hear about and contribute to the San Benito Wildfire Resilience Program. The program partners are facilitating the 10-year update of the Community Wildfire Protection Plan (CWPP) for the residents of San Benito County, last updated in 2010. As wildfire frequency and severity continues to increase, it is more important than ever for our communities to have a plan in place to prepare for, reduce the risk of, and adapt to wildland fire events. Click HERE for event details and registration, which can also be viewed on the attached image.
Hot Summer Days: Soledad triumphs over heat wave to host 3rd annual car show
SOLEDAD — Despite soaring temperatures, the City of Soledad successfully hosted the third annual Soledad Hot Summer Days Car Show and Fundraiser. “Huge thank you to all the people, groups and organizations that helped make Hot Summer Days 2024 successful,” stated the City on social media. “We were so pleased to see people from all over come into Soledad to celebrate. It was definitely a HOT summer day!”
Cupertino waives millions of fees for Vallco development
Cupertino has waived millions of dollars of development fees for the largest housing development in its history after years of disputes — bringing the city closer to filling the void at the former Vallco Town Center. The Cupertino City Council voted 4-1 Tuesday to waive roughly $77 million in developer fees for The Rise in... The post Cupertino waives millions of fees for Vallco development appeared first on San José Spotlight.
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