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California forges ahead with social media rules despite legal barriers
California lawmakers are pursuing legislation aimed at protecting children from the dangers of social media, one of many efforts around the country to confront what U.S. Surgeon General Vivek Murthy and other public health experts say is a mental health emergency among young people. But California’s efforts, like those in other states, will likely face […]
Bay Area native recounts having to evacuate Shingletown due to Park Fire
The Park Fire continues to rage on filling communities with fire, smoke and ash, and some former Bay Area residents are being impacted and displaced.Kelly Lowe was born in Marin and lived for years in the East Bay. She now lives in Shingletown, located about 30 miles east of of Redding. It's one of the towns feeling the effects of the fire."I've had a rough day of emotions," said Lowe, recounting what had happened. "I have a huge sense of displacement, the possibility of losing not only my home but my place of employment and my community is really overwhelming."She...
To win the White House Kamala Harris must first overcome the ‘California curse’
Within the next fortnight, subject to a virtual “roll-call of Democratic Party delegates”, vice president Kamala Harris will be confirmed as the presumptive Democrat candidate for the US presidency and will engage in a full-on battle for the White House with the Republican candidate, Donald Trump. Harris will...
California's latest lottery millionaires bought scratchers at these stores
LOS ANGELES - Feeling lucky? It could be your lucky day!. California's latest batch of lottery millionaires are taking home checks ranging from $1 million to $10 million thanks to some lucky Scratchers. In Whittier, Saul Montero stopped by the Prime Liquor Mart and purchased what turned out to be...
California wildfire maps show you where fires are burning. See our list.
As California's wildfire season intensifies, the need for up-to-date information is critical. Several organizations offer online maps that can help Californians figure out how far they are from the nearest fires and other significant information. ...
County accuses Bureau of Indian Affairs of favoritism toward California casino project
County accuses Bureau of Indian Affairs of favoritism toward California casino project. Solano County sent a letter accusing the Pacific Regional Office of the Bureau of Indian Affairs of “showing favoritism” toward a Lake County-based Native American tribe looking to build a casino in Vallejo. Story continues below.
Road closures, evacuations active as wildfire in Sunol burns
SUNOL, Calif. - A wildfire burning in Alameda County is holding steady at 734 acres with a 15% containment, officials said. Forward progress of the fire has stopped, but threats to structures and infrastructure remain. Evacuation orders are still in place alongside active road closures. Cal Fire said they made...
Point Fire jumps in containment at 85%, road closures lifted
CONCORD, Calif. - Residents near Concord and Bay Point can breathe a sigh of relief as crews get the upper hand in the Point Fire as the containment increases. The Point Fire is now at 85% containment as of Sunday morning, increasing from 40% on Saturday evening. The fire burns...
DIMES: Steph Curry wants to spend his entire career with the Warriors, but his tone has changed
Warriors beat writer Danny Emerman shares his thoughts on the NBA offseason and beyond. Shortly after Team USA first convened in Las Vegas for its quest for Olympic gold, Steph Curry said that he “clearly” wants to only play for the Warriors, but “things change quickly” in the wild environment of the NBA.
Vehicle Crash Shuts Down Eastbound Highway 4 in Brentwood
An overturned vehicle crash Sunday shutdown eastbound Highway 4 in Brentwood near Lone Tree Way at 1:00 pm. At was reported that a multi-vehicle rash resulted in an overturn vehicle which landed on its roof with possible ejection. Upon arrival, Contra Costa County Fire Protection District firefighters reported no ejections, however, there were 3 patients in critical condition and 2 with major injuries.
I was fined $504 when my car was illegally towed from store parking lot – but I knew my rights & could now get $20k back
A MAN sparked a criminal investigation of a towing company after a blatantly illegal tow - then the owners were charged with 18 felonies. The company also sent him to the wrong pickup location and tried to charge him over $500. Sammy Hallaq spotted a tow truck attempting to take...
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