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Dispensary holds peanut butter drive to feed region’s children
REGION — A cannabis dispensary in Sorrento Valley is collecting jars of peanut butter to support a local meal program for children who depend on free school lunches when campuses are closed. Torrey Holistics is asking customers, vendors and the entire community alike to donate one 16-ounce or less...
SDSU Football Continues Build for 2024 Opener
SAN DIEGO -- The San Diego State football team practiced in helmets on Wednesday, going for just over two hours on the on-campus facility. The Aztecs once again opened on the practice turf field before transitioning to the grass field for the final half of practice. With temperatures starting in...
After winning power struggle, San Diego’s new Uptown planning group holds election
San Diego’s Uptown will soon have a new set of volunteers to help advise the city on local planning decisions. The group known as Vibrant Uptown will hold its first election since it gained formal recognition from the San Diego City Council in May. That means it will now be the official community planning group for the Hillcrest, Mission Hills, Bankers Hill/Park West, University Heights, Middletown and Medical Complex neighborhoods.
Grandpa spends 96th birthday fulfilling lifelong dream at Petco Park
SAN DIEGO — A lifelong wish for a 96-year-old grandfather came true on Tuesday thanks to his family, the San Diego Padres and thousands of fans at Petco Park. Grandpa Buddy has never been to a Padres game in his life. His family told CBS 8 that his lifelong...
Help Wanted: County’s New Top Boss Has Lots of Big Leadership Openings
After a tumultuous process to hire the county’s top bureaucrat ended with a unanimous appointment this summer, the county needs to fill about 10 other top leadership posts. Interim leaders are now overseeing each of the county’s four major branches, including the Health and Human Services Agency and public safety group. Another top county official was also demoted after the county’s new leader took the helm. The county is also looking to hire a public health officer, chief medical officer, public works director and an immigrant and refugee affairs office director.
OOH in California: by Numbers —Sacramento
Friday Fast Fact —OOH in California: The State by Numbers. For today’s Fast Fact, let’s take a look at some OOH statistics across the 58 counties of California!. According to the Department of Fish and Wildlife, California is the most biodiverse state in the US, acting as home to a greater variety of plants and wildlife than anywhere else in the US! It sports both the highest and lowest elevations in the US (and Western Hemisphere), and encompasses a unique blend of landscapes throughout the state.
Is California ready for wind turbines in the ocean?
EUREKA, Calif. — California is looking to lead the way on renewable energy on the west coast. In 2021, AB 525 was passed in the California legislature to come up with a strategic plan to create offshore wind energy. A goal of 2-5 gigawatts of renewable energy was established for 2030 and 25 gigawatts for 2045.
The Puente Hills fault and our Top Ten earthquake kit items!
Recent Activity of the Puente Hills Fault in California. On August 12 2024, a 4.4-magnitude earthquake originating from the Puente Hills Fault rattled the Los Angeles area, raising concerns among seismologists and residents alike. This fault, which runs beneath densely populated regions 25 miles from Glendale/Pasadena including downtown Los Angeles to Puente Hills, is considered more dangerous than the well-known San Andreas Fault due to its proximity to urban areas. The fault produced two small quakes in June and has the potential to produce a devastating earthquake of up to 7.5 magnitude, potentially resulting in significant casualties and widespread damage. This recent activity highlights the importance of preparedness as the fault becomes increasingly active.
Supporters of California's Prop 36 call Matthew Perry's ketamine overdose case a cautionary tale
SACRAMENTO – An unsealed federal indictment in the Matthew Perry ketamine overdose case has supporters of California's Prop 36 calling the case a cautionary tale. The U.S. Attorney's office is charging five people with selling and providing the actor with the drugs that killed him. They included Jasveen Sangha, who prosecutors say was known to her buyers as the Ketamine Queen, in the court documents and Dr. Salvador Plasencia, referred to as "Dr. P," in the court documents.Pictures in the court documents show a North Hollywood stash house where drugs were allegedly housed, along with a photo of ketamine lozenges from...
Key CA reparations bills clear major hurdle, head for full floor vote
Four key reparations bills passed out of committees on Thursday and are headed for full floor votes in the coming weeks. The bills are part of an effort to begin correcting the harms of slavery and decades of discrimination carried out by the State of California.SB 1403, SB 1050, and SB 1331, previously passed by the California Senate, made it out of the Assembly appropriations committee on Thursday.Senate Bill 1403 would create the California Freedmen Affairs Agency. This agency would oversee and administer any reparations measures passed by the legislature.SB 1050 would require the California Freedmen Affairs Agency to compensate...
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