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Gov. Newsom says he missed calls from Biden, Harris moments after president dropped out of election
California Gov. Gavin Newsom remains a strong supporter of both Pres. Joe Biden and Kamala Harris.He said on his new podcast "Politickin" that he was in the gym when Biden announced he was dropping out."I get all these text messages from the White House saying, 'The president is trying to get in touch with you,' but I didn't even see them," Newsom said.MORE: Bay Area, state officials react to Pres. Biden not seeking reelection in the 2024 presidential raceNewsom posted a video snippet on X, announcing the podcast with Marshawn Lynch and his agent.The governor says he missed calls from both Biden and Harris in the moments after Biden's announcement.Lynch asked Newsom why he isn't running for president and Newsom never answered. If you're on the ABC7 News app, click here to watch live
Texas Heat Scares California Man in Viral Video
One California man is finding out the hard way that the Texas heat isn't for the weak. Californians are on the move, and they are coming to Texas! And who can blame them? Texas has an abundance of Whataburger, H-E-B, it's the home of Dr. Pepper and Big Red, and, according to this study, homes in Texas are 59% less expensive compared to California. So, that may be the big driving force as to why Californians are desperately trying to call Texas home.
Joby Aviation takes 523-mile hydrogen-electric flight above Monterey County
MARINA – In June, Joby Aviation successfully completed a 523-mile flight above Marina of its first-of-its-kind hydrogen-electric technology demonstrator aircraft, and in July, California became the first state to officially launch a Hydrogen Hub, with both developments having a stake in furthering the state’s goal of cutting pollution and expanding clean energy.
Folsom State Prison helps the next generation of students
Those behind the walls of Folsom Prison are giving back. The Incarcerated Advisory Council (IAC) at Folsom State Prison (FSP) recently donated over $17,000 to the Foundation for California Community Colleges. The representatives from FSP’s IAC presented the check to the foundation’s executive director, Barbara Webster-Hawkins, alongside FSP leadership and...
East Bay animal shelter to open new state-of-the-art clinic made of shipping containers
An East Bay animal rescue is taking an innovative approach to help solve the pet overpopulation crisis.Friends of the Alameda Animal Shelter is sharing its plan to open a new, state-of-the-art spay and neuter clinic.But what makes this plan unique, is what its building will be made out of: shipping containers."We were originally going to build a brick and mortar medical center," said John Lipp, CEO of Friends of Alameda Animal Shelter. "The price tag was close to $10 million, and we were looking at fundraising and that's a lot of money to raise, and so we thought, what can...
Pleasanton threatens to ‘pull the plug’ on Stoneridge Mall project if property owners don’t move forward
PLEASANTON – The future of the Stoneridge Mall remains in limbo as city officials poke and prod its owners to make a move on building housing and redeveloping closed parts of the shopping center. But within a year, the city expects significant progress to be made. The council in...
California Cadet Corps—teaching leadership skills
Major Tate Burns with the California Cadet Corps offers insights about the program for students ranging in age from 12 years-old through 18. Join correspondent Tom Wilmer reporting from Camp San Luis Obispo where he visits with Major Tate Burns who shares insights about the California Cadet Corps. The Historical...
Rep. Norma Torres says white powder sent to her SoCal office, staff sheltering in place
In what she termed an "attack" on her district office, Rep. Norma Torres of the Inland Empire says two letters were sent there containing a "white, powdery substance."Torres, D-Ontario, says while there were no injuries or illnesses reported, her staffers at the district office are sheltering in place until the substance can be analyzed."Hazmat teams are on site investigating the substance and my staff are remaining in place until more information is found," Torres wrote on X. "No one is experiencing any symptoms at this time, and all normal operating precautions were observed, including the use of airtight equipment while opening the letters."Capitol Police and local law enforcement are also investigating.My statement on an attack to my district office. pic.twitter.com/8op9PYa56P— Rep. Norma Torres (@NormaJTorres) July 24, 2024 Torres has represented California's 35th congressional district since 2015.Information about who may have sent the letters - and whether both came from the same source - was not immediately disclosed.The video in the player above is the ABC7 24/7 livestream.
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