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California man defends his home as wildfires push devastation and spread smoke across US West
COHASSET, Calif. — (AP) — In the small forest community of Cohasset, Ron Ward watched as flames hundreds of feet high from California’s deadly Park Fire approached his family ranch. He had lost insurance coverage on it just a month earlier as companies increasingly drop California homeowners...
USC Alums Gift Renowned Eye Care Practice to Alma Mater
In a significant move for Southern California’s medical community, Dr. Richard Weise and his wife Cathy have gifted their renowned Glendale Eye Medical Group (GEMG) to the USC Roski Eye Institute, strengthening ties between the private practice and their alma mater. Dr. Weise graduated from USC in 1976, where...
San Diego and Inland Empire Face Steady Warmth, Possible Excessive Heat Warning on Horizon
As temperatures stabilize throughout the week in the San Diego area, the National Weather Service forecasts minimal change day-by-day. San Diego County sees the lower 70s near the coast and mid-80s to lower 90s inland today, followed by similar temperatures tomorrow, according to the National Weather Service San Diego, CA. The Inland Empire will experience the mid-80s to mid-90s, while the high deserts hover around the 90s to lower 100s, and the lower deserts scorch at 104 to 110 degrees. Residents in the mountains at elevations from 4500 to 7000 feet will enjoy cooler temperatures in the 70s to mid-80s.
Climate Ready: Preparing to evacuate because of wildfires
More than 700,000 acres have burned across California so far this year, compared to 22,439 in 2023.The American Red Cross says as wildfires become more frequent, the need to be prepared is more important than ever."There are people who have to evacuate every summer due to wildfires, but we are also seeing people who have never had that experience before," said Taylor Poisall, with the American Red Cross.Shaver Lake resident, David Hornor and his family didn't have much time to leave in 2020 when the Creek Fire broke out."We certainly were not prepared for the Creek," said Hornor.Hornor and his...
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 […]
Starbucks customers fume after chain forces guests to use new cups and fans scream it ‘changes the taste of drinks’
STARBUCKS is rolling out brand new cups in some markets, leaving customers scratching their heads. The chain’s fiber-based compostable cups are opaque and have a dome-shaped lid. They’re intended to be used for cold drinks. Starbucks told USA Today that 24 stores will get the new cups. The...
‘Get F—ing Moving!’: One California Homeowner Curses Out Family, Including a Young Child, Another Slaps Beachgoer’s Phone In Two Separate Incidents Claiming Beach Is Private Property
Some California beachfront homeowners are being criticized online for claiming beach areas near their homes are private property and telling people to stay off ‘their’ […] ‘Get F—ing Moving!’: One California Homeowner Curses Out Family, Including a Young Child, Another Slaps Beachgoer’s Phone In Two Separate Incidents Claiming Beach Is Private Property
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