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Thousands Evacuated Amid Northern California Wildfire and Heatwave
California Gov. Gavin Newsom on Wednesday declared a state of emergency in a northern county where a major wildfire has burned thousands of acres and forced the evacuation of thousands of residents amid near-record heat throughout much of the Golden State fueled by human-caused global heating. The California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (CAL FIRE) said shortly after noon local time Wednesday that the Thompson Fire, which began Tuesday morning in Butte County, had burned 3,568 acres with no containment in and around the city of Oroville, home to more than 20,000 people. Citing an "imminent threat to life," Newsom,...
A look back at Northern California's longest heat wave on record
SACRAMENTO, Calif. — Northern California is in the middle of an intense heat wave. The forecast shows this will likely become one of the region's longest on record. As of Wednesday, Sacramento has reached at least 100 degrees for three days in a row. Each day on the KCRA 3 weather team seven-day forecast shows highs in the triple digits.
How long will Bay Area heat wave last?
(KRON) — An extended heat wave that has already brought record-breaking temperatures to several parts of the Bay Area could last for several more days, or even weeks. The heat wave, which the National Weather Service has called “historic,” “lethal” and “exceptionally dangerous,” could stretch on into the middle of July, according to KRON4 Meteorologist […]
Will beavers help fight drought and wildfires in California? This project hopes it will
A project reintroducing beavers into the Southern Sierra Nevada's ecosystem in Tulare County hopes to improve water quality and wildfire resistance in the drought-stricken region. Beavers play a critical role in the ecology and stewardship of the land, according to California Fish and Wildlife Department officials. The animals build dams...
CA budgets up to $12 million for reparations bills, a milestone in atoning for racist legacy
California plans to spend up to $12 million on reparations legislation under a budget signed by Democratic Gov. Gavin Newsom, marking a milestone in the state's efforts to atone for a legacy of racism and discrimination against Black Californians.The reparations funding in the $297.9 billion budget Newsom signed over the weekend does not specify what programs the money would go toward. Lawmakers are not considering widespread direct payments to Black Californians this year.The state Legislature is weighing proposals to issue a formal apology for California's role in perpetuating discrimination against Black residents, to create an agency to administer reparations programs,...
California homeowners frustrated as insurance market remains in crisis
SACRAMENTO, Calif. — The California Department of Insurance took questions this week from frustrated homeowners, as hundreds of thousands of people throughout the state face increasingly unaffordable and unavailable insurance. In a Virtual Insurance Town Hall Tuesday, California Insurance Commissioner Ricardo Lara answered pre-submitted questions. “One of the main...
Pumping gas in California is getting pricier
California drivers are feeling the pain at the pump even more than usual this summer – and holiday travel could make gas even more expensive. Why it matters: California has the highest state excise tax on gasoline in the country, and the highest price of gas. Zoom in: The...
California Mayors, Cardroom Employees Protest Bill That Would Let Tribes Bring Lawsuits Over Exclusivity
More than 100 protestors, including local mayors and cardroom employees, gathered in Sacramento on Tuesday to protest Senate Bill SB 549, known as the Tribal Nations Access to Justice Act. The bill, which California lawmakers are considering in the Assembly, would allow California Native American tribes to sue cardrooms over the claim that the privately owned cardrooms are violating the tribes’ rights to exclusively offer Las Vegas-style casino gambling in California.
These are some of the deadliest highways in California
LOS ANGELES - A recent report shows that California's deadliest roads continue to get even more deadly. According to Consumer Affairs, deaths from car crashes increased by 17% in 2022 from pre-pandemic levels in 2018. Consumer Affairs said the danger zones are based on information from the National Highway Traffic...
Navigating Consumer Rights In California: What You Need To Know
In California, staying informed about consumer rights is more than just a good practice—it’s essential for safeguarding personal interests and ensuring fair treatment. From warranty enforcement to privacy laws, the state offers robust protections that shield consumers from fraudulent activities and substandard products. This article delves into some key regulations to equip you with actionable ...
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