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Freeway connecting California to Las Vegas shut down after truck hauling batteries crashes
The entire 15 Freeway was shut down east of Barstow Friday after a big rig hauling lithium-ion batteries crashed and caught fire, blocking Southern California's link to Las Vegas for more than nine hours, officials said. The crash occurred just before 6 a.m. in the freeway's northbound lanes between Barstow and Baker, according...
California date palm ranches reap not only fruit, but a permit to host weddings and quinceañeras
Small date palm ranch owners in Southern California's Coachella Valley have been petitioning for permission to host special events ranging from quinceañeras to weddings on their properties. The
Bankruptcy filing of large wine producer spells scary time for state of industry
One of the largest wine producers in the country filed for bankruptcy this week.The news of Vintage Wine Estates filing for bankruptcy sent shock waves throughout the industry."Execution of the IPO. I think it was rushed," said Rob McMillan, Silicon Valley Bank executive vice president.The Santa Rosa-based company went public in 2020. Under it, over 30 wine and spirit brands.Most of its products are in the $15 to $20 range. To understand what might have gone wrong, we spoke with McMillan, one of the top wine-business analysts in the country.MORE: Invasive lanternflies that have potential to affect entire industries intercepted...
How Flashfood app has helped California residents find discounted groceries
SACRAMENTO — Earlier this year, we told you about a new app that connects customers with discounted groceries that are about to expire. Now, customers are speaking out about their experience with the app and how they've managed to save a few bucks.Florence Mensah is always looking for a deal."My family is huge. We travel in a 15-seater van," she said. "So to save money on food, I was like, 'Yeah.' "She found out about the new Flashfood app on TikTok. Grocery stores partner with them and let customers know about discounted food that's getting close to its best-by date."So...
HOOPA VALLEY TRIBE: Biden administration policies have tribe’s trinity river coho fishery on path to extinction
Press release from the Hoopa Valley Tribe (7/25/24):. Today, following American Rivers named California’s Trinty River to its top-ten list of endangered American rivers. https://www.americanrivers.org/media-item/trinity-river-named-among-americas-most-endangered-rivers-of-2024/, the Hoopa Valley Tribe (Hoopa) charged the United States Bureau of Reclamation (“Reclamation”) and California Department of Fish and Wildlife (“CDFW”) with violation of the Endangered Species Act (“ESA”).
Vitalant reports ’emergency’ shortage of Type O blood donations in California
(FOX40.COM) — A nonprofit is calling on all blood donors to give following a low donor turnout this summer. Vitalant, a nonprofit blood services provider, said it’s facing an “emergency shortage” of type O blood and the supply of it has dropped to an 18-month low. Type O is considered to be critical for patients […]
Agricultural Leaders Defend Pesticide Practices Amid Calls for Exact Location Notifications
Several farmworkers and environmental activists gathered at the Shafter Youth Center on Tuesday to demand the exact location of planned pesticide applications. The public hearing, hosted by the California Department of Pesticide Regulation, was intended to address proposed modifications to the first-of-its-kind pesticide application notification system — SprayDays. The...
Soul Beat, California's first African American TV station, is coming back
California’s first African American television station is getting ready for a relaunch. Founded in 1978 by the late Chuck Johnson, Soul Beat, the 24/7 channel based in Oakland, highlighted music, lifestyle, education and culture for more than two decades. The network went off air in 2003 after the passing...
Thousands evacuate season's biggest wildfire in northern California
A huge, fast-moving and rapidly growing wildfire in northern California has forced more than 4,000 people to evacuate as firefighters battle gusty winds and perilously dry conditions, authorities said Friday. A total of 4,000 people have evacuated the towns of Cohasset and Forest Ranch, plus an additional 400 from the small city of Chico.
California education official embezzled over $16 million, hid cash in mini fridge, officials say
A former California public school district official was sentenced to over five years in prison Thursday after officials found he embezzled nearly $16.7 million from the district over the years — hiding stacks of cash in a small refrigerator. Jorge Armando Contreras, 53, who previously worked as the senior...
Monterey Park: Saturn Park Development Workshops
Join SPARC (Saturn Park Advisory Review Committee) members, local stakeholders, and community members in a series of engaging workshops aimed at shaping the future of Monterey Park. Your input is crucial in helping develop a specific plan that reflects the community’s vision and aspirations. By attending these workshops, you will...
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