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California Legislature votes to ask voters for permission borrow $20 billion for climate, schools
SACRAMENTO, Calif — Mired in a stream of multi-billion dollar budget deficits, the California Legislature on Wednesday turned to voters for help. Lawmakers voted to place a pair of $10 billion bonds on the November ballot. If approved, the money would pay for the building of new schools and help communities prepare for the impacts of climate change.
California Commission on Aging Celebrates 50 Years with Visionary Gala
Last week, the California Commission on Aging celebrated its 50th anniversary with a gala that recognized a half-century of service and offered a glimpse into the organization’s vison for the future. The event was highlighted by a generous $50,000 donation from Sacramento-based AKT Investments, Inc., aimed at building California’s...
US officials plan to kill nearly half a million barred owls to save spotted owls
The Fish and Wildlife Service is planning to kill nearly half a million barred owls to save spotted owls from extinction by deploying trained shooters into West Coast forests. The agency released its strategy aimed at halting the decline of spotted owl populations in Oregon, Washington, and California, which will undergo a 30-day comment period […]
California drink-spiking law goes into effect
A law requiring bars and nightclubs to offer drink-spiking test kits went into effect July 1. The measure applies to roughly 2,400 businesses within the state, including hundreds of establishments within Los Angeles County. The tests, which detect common date-rape drugs, were an initiative the city of West Hollywood passed...
Beating the heat on Independence Day
With Excessive Heat Warnings in place for much of California, including right here at home, people are looking for ways to beat the heat this 4th of July. This week and weekend will see potentially record-breaking temperatures in excess of 120 degrees. There are many ways to stay safe in these dangerous temperatures. Some of The post Beating the heat on Independence Day appeared first on KESQ.
California’s illegal fireworks create tough assignment for ‘stretched thin’ law enforcement
Illegal fireworks are a predictable crime that Southern California law enforcement agencies are tasked with responding to come nightfall as Fourth of July celebrations get underway. “It’s an all hands on deck day for us,” Lt. Thoby Archer with the Huntington Beach Police Department told the Orange County Register. “We’re stretched thin like every coastal […]
Local realtors and property manager react to new California law caps security deposits for renters
Moving forward, almost all new rental contracts in California will require no more than one month’s rent as a security deposit. The post Local realtors and property manager react to new California law caps security deposits for renters appeared first on News Channel 3-12.
Nevada County Intensifies Crackdown on Illegal Cannabis Grows
“Nevada City, CA – With illegal cannabis operations scattered throughout Nevada County, the Nevada County Sheriff’s Office (NCSO) is cracking down on illegal grows. Every year, in conjunction with known cultivation periods, members of the Nevada County Sheriff’s Office Special Investigation Unit seek out and terminate illegal grows and will cite and arrest offenders as warranted.
California Highway Patrol Recovers $46k Worth of Stolen Blackstone Griddles in Sacramento Warehouse
California's roads are safer today thanks to the hawk-eyed investigators of the California Highway Patrol's Golden Gate Division Cargo Theft Interdiction Program (CTIP). In a case of a cunning heist, these investigators have managed to snatch back a hefty loot of Blackstone griddles reportedly valued at over $46,000. The culprits had orchestrated what's known in the trade as a "fictitious pick-up", as per a CHP Golden Gate Facebook Post.
Crash injures six people in Sacramento County, two of them critically
(FOX40.COM) — A crash in Sacramento County on Wednesday afternoon left six people injured, two of them critically, according to Sacramento Metro Fire. The agency said the crash occurred near the intersection of Florin Road and Eagles Nest Road around 5:45 p.m. Four people sustained moderate injuries and two were critically injured, Metro Fire added. […]
Crews respond to fires near Antelope, Vineyard communities
(FOX40.COM) — Officials responded to fires near the Antelope and Vineyard communities on Wednesday afternoon. Deputies closed several roadways near Dyer Lane and Watt Avenue in northern Antelope as they responded to a fire in the area of Dyer Lane and Watt Avenue. A stretch of Watt Ave. from Baseline Rd. to PFE has been […]
Kings draft pick Carter ready to follow in dad's NBA footsteps
SACRAMENTO – Growing up the son of a former NBA player and assistant coach gave Devin Carter access to people and places that most kids at a young age can only dream about. Carter took full advantage of it all, soaking up wisdom from Kings stars like Rajon Rondo and DeMarcus Cousins, or getting into shooting competitions with Seth Curry.
Roseville Police Assault and Arrest Peaceful Protesters
On June 30th, 2024 Adam Schiff came to Roseville, California to fundraise. Schiff being a supporter of Israeli genocide encountered an unfriendly welcome in Roseville, by a dozen or so pro-Palestinian protesters. Throughout schiff’s event the protesters stayed outside being loud, calling out Schiff’s complacency in genocide. Despite a large presence by Roseville PD, the police and protesters didn’t interact until just before 12:00, when two RPD officers approached the crowd.
Woodcreek claims District 54 All-Star championship
The Woodcreek Major All-Stars rolled through the District 54 All-Star Tournament, outscoring four opponents 26-6 in claiming the championship. On Tuesday night at Mann Park in Folsom, Woodcreek defeated Lakeside, 7-1, to win the championship. Lakeside had lost its second game of the tournament and had to come through the loser’s bracket, playing their last four games in four days, and ran out of gas.
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