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Debate between Newsom, California mayors over Prop. 36 heating up
The debate over Proposition 36, the ballot measure would allow felony charges and increased sentences for theft and drug crimes, is heating up between Gov. Gavin Newsom and California's mayors.Some mayors across the state are in support of it, including Mayor Matt Mahan of San Jose."We see that we have an epidemic of unaddressed, untreated addiction," said Mahan. "The answer is treatment."Mahan said Prop. 36 would help reduce retail crime, by mandating that drug-addicted individuals committing crimes get help."We have to have accountability for treatment," said Mahan. "We have to give judges the tools they need to mandate that people...
Peter Thiel Compares California to Saudi Arabia In Wild Take On Joe Rogan’s Podcast: ‘You Have a Crazy Religion’
Thiel then went on to compare the liberal culture of California to Wahhabism – the strict interpretation of Sunni Islam widely practiced in Saudi Arabia. The post Peter Thiel Compares California to Saudi Arabia In Wild Take On Joe Rogan’s Podcast: ‘You Have a Crazy Religion’ first appeared on Mediaite.
Harris says in fundraising email she ate ‘a family-sized bag of nacho Doritos’ on night of Trump election
Vice President Harris said in a fundraising email sent Friday that she ate “a family-sized bag of nacho Doritos” the night of the 2016 election. In the email, Harris questions whether recipients remember their own emotions and reactions to Donald Trump’s win over Democratic nominee Hillary Clinton in that presidential cycle. “It was election night…
Women inmates receive vital job training skills as part of California prison program
It's all about second chances for a group of 85 women who are currently incarcerated but just received job certifications in a variety of fields. Some learned how to code, while others learned about construction.The goal is to ensure these women find meaningful employment once they re-enter society.Angela Hernandez made the trip from Stockton to Chino to support her sister as she graduated with a certificate in healthcare facilities management."Today is important for her so it is important for us. So, it was a must to come and support her," Hernandez said.But this was no ordinary graduation. The dozens of...
Mustang Women's Soccer Hosts Fresno State in Sunday Matinee
SAN LUIS OBISPO, Calif. — After grabbing a 1-1 draw against a tough Portland side in its season opener on Thursday night, the Cal Poly women's soccer team shifts its focus to Fresno State, who they host at noon Sunday at Mustang Memorial Field at Spanos Stadium. BUY TICKETS!
Willie Brown threatens to sue Trump over helicopter ride story
Former San Francisco Mayor Willie Brown warned he may consider legal action against former President Donald Trump over a story he recently told about almost crashing in a helicopter with Brown. In an interview this week with CBS News, Brown said that he has never been in a helicopter with Trump and threatened to sue the former President because "somebody has got to make sure that he stops lying." "If he keeps it up, at some point, I'm going to give him a taste of his own conduct," Brown said. "If he sues The New York Times for printing that I said he lied,...
Founder of Nilu hypercar that was unveiled at Pebble Beach says emotional reaction is key to design.
When one goes about designing a car, they have to consider aerodynamics and any of those other features that improve performance. But there’s one thing that trumps the rest. It is, in Sasha Selipanov’s mind, the “holy shit” moment. “This is an important parameter of designing...
Porsche driven by Steve McQueen in Le Mans unveiled in Monterey by Mecum Auctions.
Minutes before the curtain lifted from the large glass box inside the Mecum Auctions tent in Monterey, television presenter John Kraman asked if I knew what waited inside. Whatever it was had been billed by the auction house as perhaps the most significant car from both silver screen and race track.
Football | Gonzales aims to play at high level in Santa Lucia Division
GONZALES — Improvement and playing at the highest level possible is the goal for Gonzales High football head coach Eddy Ramirez this upcoming 2024 fall season. Last year, the Spartans showed a glimpse of what was in store for the near future behind a dynamic offense that helped them go on a five-game win streak.
Salinas Valley News Briefs | Aug. 16, 2024
CENTRAL COAST — Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E) invites South Bay and Central Coast customers to a virtual town hall to learn about reliability and safety work in their region, new wildfire safety efforts and expanded customer support programs. On Monday, Aug. 19, from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m., PG&E experts, including Regional Vice President Teresa Alvarado, will provide a brief presentation, during which participants will have the opportunity to ask questions. The event can be accessed through the link bit.ly/3zHpr49, phone dial-in (888-809-8968; Conference ID: 1159014) or by visiting PG&E’s website pge.com/webinars.
Hartnell College Foundation to honor artists, community members
SALINAS VALLEY — Hartnell College Foundation has selected 11 individuals to be recognized for their contributions to the arts at Hartnell College and the Salinas Valley community. This year’s honorees are: José G. Ortiz, Distinguished Alumnus in the Arts; Gail Higginbotham, Community Arts Hero; Jeanne and Rollie Dick, Mimi...
OpEd: Sepi Shyne kept her word
About a dozen years ago, I drove Yola Dore home to her apartment on Norton. She parked her walker at the bottom of a long flight of uneven steps. I waited and watched until she got to the top, sometimes walking sideways, one step at a time. There has to be a better way to age in place. Henry Scott wrote about it here: https://wehoonline.com/2014/07/24/holding-proposal-moving-council-candidate-larry-block-wants-make-easier-seniors-move-1st-floor-dwellings/
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