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Suspect arrested after Southern California man found murdered inside vehicle
A suspect who remained on the run was arrested after a man was found murdered inside a vehicle in San Bernardino County. The suspect was identified as Yusuf Wilson Jr., 31, by the Colton Police Department. On June 3, police responded to a shooting near Fairway and Sperry Drives in Colton at around 10:45 p.m. […]
Northern California energy provider reduces rates for summer months
(FOX40.COM) — Customers of Pioneer Community Energy will be happy to hear that during the hottest months of the year, they can expect to see a reduction in their rates, according to a recent release from the energy supplier. “As part of our commitment to provide customer savings, the Pioneer Community Energy Governing Board approved […]
Fallen tree sparks fire in Placerville
A fast-spreading fire in Placerville was hastily handled by local firefighters after a fallen tree hit power lines near The Pines at Placerville Healthcare Center Saturday, July 20. Firefighters from the El Dorado County Fire Protection District hurried to the scene at around 3:19 p.m. shortly after receiving the call...
Golobic wins Speedweek finale in Placerville
A dramatic battle for the SCCT Speedweek title came right down to the wire on July 20, which saw Auburn’s Andy Forsberg fend off Oakley’s Dylan Bloomfield by 4 slim points to wrap up the championship. Fremont’s Shane Golobic also held off a hard-charging Justin Sanders of Aromas...
Newsom issues executive order to remove homeless encampments in California
California Gov. Gavin Newsom issued an executive order Thursday for the removal of homeless encampments in the state. Newsom's order would direct state agencies on how to remove the thousands of tents and makeshift shelters across the state that line freeways, clutter shopping center parking lots and fill city parks. The order makes clear that the decision to remove the encampments remains in the hands of local authorities.The guidance comes after a decision by the U.S. Supreme Court earlier this summer allowing cities to enforce bans on sleeping outside in public spaces. The case was the most significant on the...
These 48 California Big Lots stores are closing. Here's what to know
Nearly 50 California Big Lots will close as the company struggles with a challenging consumer market. In an early July filing to the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, the discount retailer said it planned to close 35 to 40 stores this year and open three. The company reported 1,392 operating stores at the start...
Lake Tahoe beaches remain closed after sewage spill
(FOX40.COM) — Almost a week after several thousands of gallons of raw sewage washed into the waters of Lake Tahoe, the North Tahoe Public Utility District is beginning to see bacteria levels reduce. On Tuesday, NTPUD shared that recent data is showing a downward trend in harmful bacteria levels, but not enough to allow Carnelian […]
California indoor heat rule put on fast track
From CalMatters Capitol reporter Jeanne Kuang: After years of delay, a new California regulation to protect indoor workers from extreme heat is now in effect. A workplace safety board approved the rule in late June, and asked other state administrative agencies to fast-track putting it on the books. The rule went into effect Tuesday as […]
John Mayall dies aged 90 at California home as tributes paid to 'Godfather of British Blues'
John Mayall, the blues and rock musician who carries the title, is credited with helping launch the iconic careers of blues legends such as the late Eric Clapton through his band John Mayall and the Bluesbreakers
Over 8 million fentanyl pills seized in California this year
The Governor’s Office announced Wednesday that over 8 million fentanyl pills and 4,000 pounds of powder have been seized in California within the first six months of the year. In June alone, the California National Counterdrug Task Force seized more than 1 million fentanyl pills. The June seizures hold an estimated street value of over […]
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