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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 […]
NFL wife attacked by Instagram influencer on wedding day
San Francisco 49ers running back Christian McCaffrey recently married the love of his life, Olivia Frances Culpo. The news undoubtedly pleased McCaffrey and Culpo’s family and friends. However, at least one bridal influencer on Instagram was upset with some of the choices Culpo made with her dress. “Really the...
Restaurants fees allowed to remain with transparency being key focus
After months of confusion, and concern for some, restaurant service fees are here to stay.California lawmakers green lit Senate Bill 1524, just hours before the state's "junk fee" ban went into effect. It clarified restaurant surcharges, as long as they're clearly presented, are not considered "junk fees."George Chen, the chef and owner of China Live in San Francisco, is grateful for the decision. "I'm all for getting rid of junk fees – hotels, concerts, whatever – but what we do is not a junk fee," he said. Chen has a 20% service charge listed on his menu that replaces tipping....
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...
Murder and Hate Crime Conviction for California Man in Gay Student’s Stabbing
San Francisco, California In a case that has garnered national attention and infuriated the LGBTQ+ community, a California man was found guilty of both murder and hate crimes in connection with the vicious stabbing death of a gay college student. On March 15, 2023, in the evening, a senseless act...
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 […]
Welcome to the ACC, Cal Basketball
The ACC will officially welcome California to the conference this summer, and next basketball season, Pitt fans will have to be prepared for the Golden Bears as they are scheduled to play at Pitt. Check out the summary below to get to know the Golden Bears and what they bring...
Black Residents Could Finally Get Reparations In California
Black folks in California could finally get their forty acres and a mule. California announces plans to provide reparations. The post Black Residents Could Finally Get Reparations In California appeared first on Black America Web.
One Richmond Office a Hub Connecting Neighbors to Resources
The One Richmond office, the Clement Street outpost of the Richmond Neighborhood Center (RNC), is narrow and unassuming, flanked by more colorful storefronts like Exploring Music and Hamburger Haven. The confused passersby would be forgiven for not knowing what the storefront is for. “We’ve got a bit of a branding...
Summer heat brings business boom to San Francisco's Mission District
SAN FRANCISCO — Summer is in full swing, and businesses and residents are taking full advantage of the warm weather. One of the hottest spots in San Francisco is El Techo, the only rooftop bar in the Mission District. Vincent Chooi, the manager, is anticipating a bustling day."Right now, our dining room will fill up pretty soon, as you see with the view in the L shape corner of Mission and 23rd," said Chooi. "That's where the cocktail area is where people come and have drinks and small bites."El Techo offers a stunning panoramic view of San Francisco, making it...
Equinox, the peregrine falcon, rescued at the Berkeley Marina
Equinox, the peregrine falcon better known as Nox, was rescued Wednesday morning at the Berkeley Marina. Annie and Archie’s youngest chick broke a bone in his right wing and had to be rescued after a marina employee recognized the bird in distress. To learn more about Nox’s progress, go...
Photos: San Franciscans cool off at city pools—for free!—as heat wave ramps up
While much of California is roasting under a “potentially deadly” and prolonged heat wave, San Francisco is…mostly just nice. The city is under a heat advisory through 7 p.m. Thursday with highs in the lower 80s, but it will be spared from the scorching heat being felt elsewhere across the state.
Berkeley police investigating shooting that left 1 dead; no suspect arrested
Berkeley police said a shooting Wednesday evening left one person dead. The shooting happened just before 7:30 p.m. on the 2900 block of Martin Luther King Jr. Way. Officers arrived to the scene and found one person who had been shot. First responders rendered aid, but the victim was pronounced deceased. Police said no suspects have been located or arrested. Traffic in the area from Ashby Avenue to Russell Street was impacted as police investigated the scene.
July 4th is more than just fireworks
Sure, fireworks are pretty, but staring at them through the San Francisco fog feels like watching TV with a sheet over the screen. I actually heard there might not be fog for July 4th this year, but you still might be looking for alternative fun times. Personally I like making bacon-wrapped jalapeños and going to bed early. Here are some other ideas if you’re a little more active than me:
You Can Win Outside Lands Tickets By Helping Clean Dolores Park Saturday (Though It Might Be During the Dolores Hill Bomb?)
Here’s a nice volunteer opportunity: You can win free tickets to Outside Lands by volunteering to help clean up Dolores Park this Saturday. But it will be sunny with a chance of riots and mass arrests, because the infamous Dolores Hill Bomb might be the same day. It’s been...
Nine ‘Bows Earn CSCAA Scholar All-America Honors
HONOLULU — Nine members of the University of Hawai'i swimming and diving teams earned recognition on the College Swimming and Diving Coaches Association of America's Scholar-America Team for the 2023-24 season. The CSCAA announced the teams on Wednesday and the Rainbow Wahine placed five swimmers and divers on the NCAA Division I women's second team and four Rainbow Warriors made the men's second team. Representing the Rainbow Wahine were Anna Friedrich, Elma Lund, Isabelle Lombardi, Mandolin Nguyen and Zofia Tyminska. Making the men's list were Juan Gonzalez, Justin Lisoway, Mackaby Pennington and Mario Surkovic. To qualify for the CSCAA Scholar...
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