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IID approves potential hefty payments for farmers to not grow hay in hot months
Farmers could be paid not to make hay while the sun shines, per a new Imperial Irrigation District payment schedule and other actions authorized Tuesday aimed at shoring up the Colorado River's dwindling reservoirs and coping with low forage prices. If all goes as planned, growers and owners of farm...
Report: Roadkill a 'preventable' natural disaster
More than 48,000 deer, thousands of Pacific newts, close to 100 mountain lions and many thousands of other animals are killed each year by vehicles on California roads, according to the 2024 “roadkill report” from the University of California, Davis’ Road Ecology Center. The 11th annual report,...
California allocates $12 million for reparations initiatives
Gov. Gavin Newsom (D-CA) signed the state’s new $297.9 billion budget over the weekend, allocating $12 million for reparations bills. State Sen. Steven Bradford, a Democrat, said California “bears great responsibility” for the past. “We often say the budget is a reflection of our values and our priorities, so the fact that there’s any money […]
Not easy to afford a home: Ownership costs surge to 35% of average wage, highest since 2007
Homeownership expenses, including mortgage payments, property insurance and taxes, accounted for 35.1% of the average wage in the second quarter of this year, marking the highest share since 2007.
California Mega Millions player hits big in Tuesday’s drawing
A Mega Millions player in California won big by matching five numbers in Tuesday night’s drawing. The ticket sold at Diablo Chevron in Danville matched all five numbers but missed the mega number. While the owner of the lucky ticket won’t take home the $137 million jackpot, they can still cash in for a cool […]
July 4th is more than just fireworks
Sure, fireworks are pretty, but staring at them through the San Francisco fog feels like watching TV with a sheet over the screen. I actually heard there might not be fog for July 4th this year, but you still might be looking for alternative fun times. Personally I like making bacon-wrapped jalapeños and going to bed early. Here are some other ideas if you’re a little more active than me:
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...
Statewide ballot initiatives finalized in California after record number of initiative withdrawals and legislative action
Welcome to the Wednesday, July 3, Brew. This will be the last Daily Brew of the week due to the July 4 holiday. Check back next Monday, July 8, for an all-new Daily Brew!. Here’s what’s in store for you as you start your day:. Statewide ballot initiatives...
Baby falls out of window in SF's Mission District: authorities
SAN FRANCISCO (KRON) — A baby fell out of a window of a building Wednesday afternoon in the Mission District, according to the San Francisco Fire Department. SFFD crews responded to the report of a 15-month-old falling out of a window at 2315 Mission St. The baby fell more than 20 feet, according to SFFD. […]
Dons Conclude 2024 Signing Class
SAN FRANCISCO, Calif. – The University of San Francisco volleyball team and Head Coach Diogo Silva have officially announced the remainder of the signing class for the 2024 season. "I'm genuinely excited as we approach the upcoming season," Silva said. "We have a dynamic, youthful team brimming with talent....
15-month-old child falls from 3rd-story window in San Francisco, firefighters say
A 15-month-old child has been taken to the hospital after falling from a third-story building window in San Francisco, firefighters said Wednesday.Medics responded to the building on the 2300 block of Mission Street and transported the child to the hospital with life-threatening injuriesCPS (Child Protective Services) has been notified of the incident and will be conducting their own investigation.The fire department did not provide any other details.The incident is under investigation. Anyone with information is asked to call the SFPD Tip Line at 1-415-575-4444 or Text a Tip to TIP411 and begin the text message SFPD. You may remain anonymousStay with ABC7 News for the latest details on this developing story.
You Can Win Outside Lands Tickets By Helping Clean Dolores Park Saturday (Though It Might Be During the Dolores Hill Bomb?)
Here’s a nice volunteer opportunity: You can win free tickets to Outside Lands by volunteering to help clean up Dolores Park this Saturday. But it will be sunny with a chance of riots and mass arrests, because the infamous Dolores Hill Bomb might be the same day. It’s been...
SF Mayor London Breed Wins Key ‘YIMBY’ Endorsement After String of Misses
Mayor London Breed won a significant endorsement for her reelection campaign from San Francisco YIMBY Action, one of the city’s largest housing advocacy groups. The endorsement could be a boost for Breed’s campaign, which just days earlier lost the backing of a key coalition of trade unions that had endorsed her in the last election.
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