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Artificial intelligence can be our first line of defense in limiting the effects of wildfires
California, like many of the states in our region, has faced some of the most devastating wildfires in recent history. The “Golden State” is leading the charge in wildfire prevention by integrating cutting-edge technology into its fire management strategies. One of the most significant advancements in this area is the use of AI-trained cameras that monitor […] The post Artificial intelligence can be our first line of defense in limiting the effects of wildfires appeared first on Idaho Capital Sun.
Shasta County offenders and CWPOs collect over 23,000 pounds of trash in Redding cleanups
REDDING, Calif. — After Park Rangers conducted enforcement in the area, CWPOs and offenders from the Shasta County Alternative Custody Program collected 4,100 pounds of garbage from under the Cypress Bridge at Nur Pon Open Space on Thursday according to the Redding Police Department (RPD). Additionally, CWPO's did cleanups...
Redding official pushes back on Shasta supervisors' narrative on loss of Avelo Airlines
A top Redding official and the former head of the Shasta County Economic Development Corp. have refuted the notion the city didn't do enough to keep Avelo Airlines in Redding. Their insights came during an update on Redding Regional Airport that was given by Assistant City Manager Steve Bade at Tuesday’s City Council meeting.
UPDATE: Water restored at Shasta College main campus. Classes to resume Friday
Water service was restored at the main Shasta College Campus in east Redding on Thursday afternoon after the school had closed earlier due to a main water line break. School spokesman Peter Griggs sent out a news release at 2:40 p.m. that said the water had been turned back on. The water break was reported around 12:45 p.m. ...
UPDATE: Forward progress stopped on fire in Churn Creek Bottom south of Redding
Crews worked a 1.5-acre fire that burned in the Churn Creek Bottom, according to emergency scanner reports. Crews reported forward progress stopped on the fire at about 2:30 p.m. Air tankers and fire engines were on the scene of the fire, which broke out shortly after 2 p.m. in the 19000 block of W. Niles Lane, west of Interstate 5. ...
Why aren't more Redding residents on board with new food waste disposal mandate?
Some Redding residents are being slow to comply with the city’s new program to reduce food and other organic waste in landfills, six months after the program was implemented for households. But that's gradually changing, said utility officials. Redding put an ordinance in place on Jan. 1, 2024, to...
Shasta Regional wins Gold Stroke Award for 4th consecutive year, highlights FAST response
REDDING, Calif. — “Time is brain” when it comes to strokes. The faster you react and get help the better chance you have at saving brain function. Shasta Regional Medical Center Recently won the American Heart Association Gold Stroke Award for their excellent care for stroke patients. This is the fourth year in a row that Shasta Regional has won this award for their care and they don’t plan on slowing down yet.
Privacy-Centric Lawsuit Against Patagonia Shows AI’s Murky Legal Footing
A newly proposed class-action lawsuit against Patagonia in California shows the rush to use artificial intelligence and personalize the customer experience may cause companies to enter uncharted legal territory. New Class Action Alleges Lululemon's 'Greenwashing' Habit 'Exploits' Consumers Michelle Gills filed the lawsuit against the outdoor apparel maker on July 11, taking specific issue with the company’s partnership with third-party technology provider Talkdesk. Gills alleges that, upon making a call to Patagonia’s customer service line in January, her call was “intercepted, listened to, recorded and used by an undisclosed third party, Talkdesk Inc.” The San Francisco-based company uses AI, among other...
Mid-State Fair announces winners of 2024 Miss California Mid-State Fair pageant
The California Mid-State Fair has crowned Megan Pagnini of Paso Robles the 2024 Miss California Mid-State Fair Queen and Miss Congeniality. The post Mid-State Fair announces winners of 2024 Miss California Mid-State Fair pageant appeared first on News Channel 3-12.
California cops apparently want Cybertrucks now
LOS ANGELES - Tesla patrol vehicles aren't something new in California. Police departments across the Golden State already use or are testing Tesla patrol cars. The Anaheim Police Department, for example, debuted Model Y patrol vehicles in April. "The Tesla Model Y was selected for its advanced features, including rapid...
MAFFS Aircraft Deployed in Support of California Fires
At the request of the National Interagency Fire Center, U.S. Northern Command deployed two C-130 aircraft equipped with Modular Airborne Fire Fighting Systems (MAFFS) from California and Colorado for wildland firefighting operations from Channel Islands Air National Guard Station in Port Hueneme, California, over multiple fires in California. Two additional aircraft will also be activated later this week from Nevada and Wyoming.
Country singer Chris Young to take stage at California State Fair | July 18 events
SACRAMENTO, Calif. — The 2024 California State Fair began Friday at Cal Expo. If you're already set on going to the fair and want a beeline to the ticket information page, click HERE. For everyone else, here's a schedule for what's happening Thursday. Remember, hours are subject to change.
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