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Sea lions continue to wash ashore on California coast amid toxic algae bloom
An increasing number of sea lions are washing up on the California coast due to toxic algae that experts say could be the result of human-caused climate change. Stress has always been part of the job for Dr. Cara Field. But lately, it's been bordering on frantic. "I'm going to start look at some of our patients and assess their neurologic responses," she said. For the last three weeks, Field, the Director of Conservation Medicine at the Marine Mammal Center in Sausalito, has been in a race against the clock treating dozens of sea lions that have...
California Mega Millions jackpot rolls to $575 million
(KRON) — California Lottery players are gearing up for another shot at a massive prize, as the Mega Millions jackpot has climbed to an estimated $575 million. The increase comes after no ticket matched all six numbers in Friday’s draw, confirmed CA Lottery. With the next chance to win set for Tuesday, hopeful players have […]
Dog, backpack found after owner disappears into California wilderness
SONORA, Calif. - One week ago, Michael Moore obtained a wilderness permit intending to head towards Powell Lake in the Emigrant Wilderness. The following day, his dog was found unattended, and two days later, his backpack was found; but he remains unseen. Authorities are searching for the 71-year-old after trekking...
Newsom trolls Trump on San Francisco praise
Former President Donald Trump unwittingly gave Gov. Gavin Newsom (D-CA) some fodder for fire as he slammed Vice President Kamala Harris at the southern border. On Thursday, Trump stood in front of unused border wall material stacked near the U.S.-Mexico border as he attacked Harris for her stance on illegal immigration. Conducting some counterprogramming ahead […]
California lawmakers, victim advocates gather at Capitol to condemn controversial SB 94
Several lawmakers, law enforcement leaders and victim advocates gathered at the state Capitol in Sacramento Thursday to condemn the controversial Senate Bill 94.The bill would open the possibility of judicial review to reduce sentences for some felons of serious crimes, including murder, if they have been sentenced to life in prison without the possibility of parole.Riverside County Sheriff Chad Bianco joined lawmakers to stop SB 94 from moving forward."We are here to address nothing short of lunacy," he said. "SB 94 is a perfect example of a misguided agenda that disregards victims and law abiding Californians in favor of criminals...
Pershing High School vs. Portola JrSr High School Football Live Stream, TV Info - Friday, August 23
On Friday, August 23 at 7:30 p.m. PT, Portola JrSr High School will host Pershing High School. Sign up for an NFHS Network annual pass and get full access to live regular season and postseason sporting events and get 45% off compared to a monthly pass. Pershing vs. Portola Game...
Arcata to Get Wild Hare Tavern
The darkened windows of the Jam may not be dark for too much longer. Her purchase of the business from owner Mike Munson is still pending, but longtime bartender Angela Robershotte has plans to open Wild Hare Tavern in the plaza-adjacent spot. Robershotte is keeping the specifics of the menu...
Day Begins Gold Cup Title Defense with Dominant Performance at Chico
CHICO, CA (August 22, 2024) — Corey Day began his defense of his Gold Cup Race of Champions title with a commanding performance Friday night at Silver Dollar Speedway with the Kubota High Limit Sprint Car Series. Day quickly drove through the field from eighth starting position, taking the...
People stand in ‘ring of fire' as overnight sideshows take over several Bay Area streets
Overnight sideshows brought large crowds in several Bay Area cities early Saturday morning. One sideshow happened just after midnight at the intersection of Lewis Brown and B.W. Williams Drives in Vallejo. Video from the scene showed people standing in a ring of fire and cars doing donuts around them. The...
Lincoln Legends: Willie Preston has become the voice of the city
Anyone who has attended an event in Lincoln has likely heard the iconic voice of Willie Preston. He has been the emcee and public address announcer for many staple events in the community, ranging from the Fourth of July Parade to the Lincoln Hometown Christmas Parade. He is a member of the Lincoln Chamber of Commerce, the Fourth of July Foundation, the Lions Club, Rotary Club, and is active in St. Joseph’s Church.
Stockton sees fewer homicides than similar cities under Ceasefire program: report
Stockton saw roughly 13% fewer homicides than did comparable cities during its violence reduction work with gang members in recent years, a 2024 study found. From 2018 to 2022, there were 12.7% fewer killings in Stockton than in Anaheim, Bakersfield, East Palo Alto and eight other similar cities, according to study by University...
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