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Newsom pulls California crime ballot measure a day after touting it as ‘critical step’
California Democrats were set to vote Wednesday on an anti-crime measure that Gov. Gavin Newsom (D) hoped would combat a Republican-backed one that will be on the ballot in the state this fall, but Democrats reversed course at the last second, halting the effort. Newsom held up his proposed ballot measure as a “critical step”…
Jodi House Will Use $825,000 State Grant to Enhance Services
The California Department of Rehabilitation (DOR) on June 21 announced its intent to award Jodi House an $825,000 grant to provide support services that improve the quality of life for individuals with Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI). Jodi House is one of only seven awardees statewide to receive this grant funding...
Pacific Gas & Electric says grid holding stable so far
It’s an all hands on deck approach to the current heatwave in California; and that includes PG&E. On Wednesday, the utility giant provided a briefing from its emergency operations center in Vacaville. PG&E Meteorologist Scott Strenfel said the extreme heat smothering California could set new temperature records. "What we're...
Nearly 2,000 PG&E customers without power in Placer County amid heat wave
(FOX40.COM) — According to PG&E’s outage map, nearly 2,000 customers are without power in Placer County on the evening of the Fourth of July holiday amid triple-digit temperatures currently hitting the state. The utility company said the outage was first reported around 6 p.m. on Thursday and is affecting 1,793 customers in the Colfax area, […]
Folsom celebrates July 4th with neighborhood parades
Folsom Ranch, Briggs Ranch sport plenty of red,white and blue on holiday. Folsom celebrates the Fourth of July in many ways, and it’s not always with rodeo stars or fireworks, it’s also amongst neighbors on the streets of their communities in their very own foot parades that bring neighbors together in patriotic spirit.
Stranded swimmers rescued from Lake Natoma island Thursday
Units from Folsom Fire Department and California were dispatched to a reported water rescue Thursday afternoon on the American River Parkway to assist several people that were stranded just before 6:00 p.m. Thursday. According to the Folsom Fire Department at the scene, the division’s boat rescue team was deployed to...
Married Folsom jewelers who crafted each other’s rings celebrate over 40 years in business together
FOLSOM, Calif. — Rainbow Bridge Jewelers on Sutter Street in Folsom has been a community pillar for so long, it’s served faithful customers and their children and grandchildren. Co-owner Dorothy Cormack said there’s a gentleman who comes in once a year to add a pearl to his wife’s...
Folsom firefighters make quick work of Silberhorn Dr. fire
A fast response by Folsom firefighters stopped the forward progress of a quickly moving vegetation fire that initially threatened structures in a Folsom neighborhood Thursday afternoon. Just before 4 p.m. on the July Fourth holiday, 911 dispatchers received a call reporting the fire near Morningside Drove and Silberhorn Drive in...
9 people displaced after 4-alarm fire spreads to several homes in Modesto
MODESTO – Several people have been displaced after a four-alarm fire that damaged several Modesto homes the morning after the Fourth of July. Modesto Fire says crews responded to the scene near Terminal and Coldwell avenues just after 5 a.m.Firefighters found that a home under construction had caught fire. Flames were also started to spread to buildings on both sides of the structure. The fire prompted a four-alarm response, Modesto Fire says. Units from Oakdale and Turlock were brought in to help.Crews were able to contain the flames, but not before a duplex and two other residences were affected by the fire.A total of nine people have been displaced, Modesto Fire says. The main structure that caught fire is believed to be a total loss, but officials have not detailed the extent of damage the other homes suffered. Firefighters say two people also had to be evaluated for injuries at the scene, but both refused treatment. Exactly what started the fire is still under investigation.
Generous Tip Causes Unexpected Fallout at Stockton Inn
The Stockton Inn, known for its rich history, recently became the stage for a heated incident involving a new waitress and an unexpected act of generosity. The centuries-old Stockton Inn plans to reopen this summer with an upscale Italian restaurant called The Finch. An Unexpected Generosity Turned Sour. The spotlight...
Hollister's Fourth of July biker rally revival halted over safety concerns
HOLLISTER, Calif. — The Fourth of July used to attract thousands of bikers and spectators to downtown Hollister for an annual biker rally, but Thursday streets and sidewalks were empty as just dozens, not thousands, of bikers rolled into town. “This could be a big draw for Hollister. You...
Person hospitalized after getting burns on 80% of their body in West Modesto
WEST MODESTO, Calif. — One person is in the hospital after getting burns across 80% of their body in West Modesto. According to the Stanislaus County Sheriff's Office, deputies responded after getting a report of a person that had been on fire along the 1900 block of Robertson Road.
Thousands head to Lake Tahoe to beat the heat while residents work to keep the beaches clean
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. — Tens of thousands of people are expected to head to Lake Tahoe for Fourth of July celebrations. As a bonus, it’s a way for some to beat the heat with temperatures in the 80s, some 20 degrees cooler than in the Central Valley.
Program offering financial help for repairing AC systems in vehicles
With the sizzling temperatures right now, your car's air conditioning system may need some work.The Car Care Council recently introduced a new program for much of the Central Valley.The program, which is currently in soft launch, aims to offer financial assistance for repairing faulty or leaking AC systems in cars and light-duty trucks.The rebate initiative covers 80% of repair costs up to $1,875.Diagnostic fees are also fully covered if you move forward with eligible repairs.Experts say leaking AC systems not only make your drive uncomfortable, but also contributes to poor air quality and an increase in asthma rates.The program is available to residents in Fresno, Merced, Madera, Visalia and Hanford.The nonprofit group is expected to release more information about the program for the general public launch on July 18th.For more information and to see if you pre-qualify, click here.
Faith-based nonprofit helps young people build self-confidence
A woman who experienced bullying as a middle school student has spent the last 22 years giving young people a safe place to belong and grow.Shelene Huey-Booker knows how to lift the spirits and voices of young people."I wanted to use my passions at that point to show others they're seen, they're known, they're heard," she said.The good vibes she shares today are actually borne out of a traumatic experience back in middle school."I was severely bullied by a particular young lady that made signs of a pig and put that on my chair. I was known by peers as...
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