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Ukiah Valley Water Authority Readies for Big Changes: What’s Next?
The Ukiah Valley Water Authority held a regular meeting of the water executive committee on August 6 at 5 PM at the Ukiah Valley Conference Center, chaired by Adam Gaska. Currently the UVWA is comprised of the City of Ukiah, and the Redwood Valley and Millview County Water Districts. RV and Millview are managed by the Willow County Water District, but they will transition to Ukiah City management in January 2025. Other local water districts may, in the future, opt to sign on to the Joint Powers Authority document that formed the UVWA.
Paul Bunyan Days Logging Show Returns to Fort Bragg at Skunk Train’s Historic Millsite
The 2024 Paul Bunyan Days Logging Show, a signature event of the Labor Day weekend in Fort Bragg, is set to take place at the old Millsite adjacent to Skunk Train location again this year. “We are excited to welcome the Logging Show back this year,” said Efstathios Pappas, General...
Bay Area friends, supporters hold rally for Berkeley native held hostage by Hamas
As ceasefire talks stall between Israel and Hamas, people rallied in Berkeley Sunday for the release of Hamas hostages.A crowd gathered on the pedestrian overpass above I-80 near University Avenue, waving flags and holding signs for Hersh Goldberg-Polin.The 23-year-old raised in Berkeley has been held hostage for more than 10 months.Hamas took him from the music festival on Oct. 7.RELATED: Weekend Bay Area event planned for Hamas hostage from Berkeley after parents' DNC 2024 speechFriends of Hamas hostage and Berkeley native Hersh Goldberg-Polin are organizing an event for him this Sunday at the Berkeley pedestrian overpass.On the overpass, others with...
Hilton shutters airport hotel on Oakland's crime-plagued Hegenberger Road
OAKLAND -- The Hilton hotel on Hegenberger Road next to the Oakland airport will officially shut down on Wednesday but workers said Sunday was its last day of operation.Some workers said it was also their last day at work. They hugged each other and said their goodbyes."We are all heartbroken right now, all heartbroken," said Egigu Lemma. "I spent more time here than my house so the emotional effect is very high."Lemma, better known as Gigi to his co-workers, spent 35 years at this Hilton working as a bellman and guest service agent. Lemma said it was more than...
Thousands celebrate Silicon Valley Pride's 49th year in SJ with all eyes on 2024 election
In the South Bay, love and inclusion was all around for the 49th annual Silicon Valley Pride festival.Thousands turned out for a big parade in downtown San Jose. The upcoming presidential election was a big part of the celebration conversation.In San Jose, August is unofficially Pride month. The rainbow-studded parade down Market Street always steals the spotlight."Sparkle, glitter, sequins, all that," said Andre Lismonde.Thousands showed up for Silicon Valley Pride, this celebration giving vibes of love, equality and inclusion."We're here to celebrate Pride and everyone has to understand, love is love," Elaine Rojo said.RELATED: Silicon Valley Pride Festivities kick off...
TCU vs. Stanford: Prediction and Preview
Week one of the college football season is here. TCU plays Stanford and Heartland College Sports has your game prediction, preview and betting odds ahead of the match up. Friday, Aug. 30; 9:30 p.m. (CT); Stanford Stadium; Palo Alto, Calif. TV: ESPN. TCU vs. Stanford betting odds: TCU -11; over/under...
Large group of motorcyclists take over Oakland streets
A large group of motorcyclists took over the streets of Oakland Sunday afternoon. The incident happened at around 2 p.m. near Lake Merritt and in the area of Perkins Street and Grand Avenue. Oakland police responded to the incident and detained at least one person. NBC Bay Area has reached...
1 injured in Bay Bridge crash between car and motorcycle, CHP says
A crash between a car and a motorcycle caused a heavier than usual traffic backup on Sunday turning it into a parking lot.The crash stopped traffic in the westbound direction around 1:45 p.m., according to the California Highway Patrol.A Caltrans tower camera showed the incident.Most of the lanes were shut down for more than an hour because of the crash just before Treasure Island.The CHP says there was collision between a car and a motorcycle carrying two riders.One of the people on the motorcycle was taken to the hospital.Traffic resumed just before 3 p.m. though there were long delays getting into the city.You can monitor Bay Area traffic conditions anytime here.
Police investigate woman's death in San Jose
Police are investigating a woman's death early Sunday morning in San Jose. The incident happened just before 4:30 a.m. on North 33rd Street near Marburg Way. According to police, the victim was found lying in the street unconscious. The woman was rushed to the hospital, where she later died. Police...
Review: FROZEN Brings Chills and Thrills to Broadway San Jose
Disney’s Tony-nominated Frozen has taken center stage at Broadway San Jose, captivating audiences now through September 15. On opening night, the theater was filled with excitement—and a sea of little Elsa-costumed fans, each one shining like the Snow Queen herself. As the young audience members, accompanied by their parents, settled into their seats (or tried to, amidst the palpable excitement we all got ready for a night of Disney magic, and we were not disappointed. Truly, Frozen is a not-to-be-missed extravaganza that is simultaneously deeply moving and ultimately empowering.
Barry Bonds makes honest admission about making Hall of Fame
Barry Bonds has long held out hope that he might someday make the Baseball Hall of Fame, but even he appears to be giving up on that dream. Long excluded from the Hall of Fame over years of PED allegations, Bonds was inducted into the Pittsburgh Pirates’ Hall of Fame as part of a ceremony... The post Barry Bonds makes honest admission about making Hall of Fame appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.
Big budget decisions loom for new Livermore school district leaders
Getting your Trinity Audio player ready... The new superintendent and new top fiscal administrator for the Livermore school system are having to hit the ground running as the district works to get itself off the state’s financial warning list. Livermore Valley Joint Unified School District received a “qualified certification”...
Giants Have New Quarterback Option Following NFL Roster Cuts
The New York Giants closed out their preseason Saturday, August 24, with a 10-6 loss to the New York Jets. Now, teams across the NFL, including the Giants, are making cuts to their rosters to complete their 53-man rosters before the Tuesday at 4 p.m. Eastern time. Among the cuts announced Sunday, August 25, was the Miami Dolphins releasing quarterback Mike White. Considering the Giants’ struggle to get some quarterback strength, White could make for an interesting pick for New York’s backup.
“Watch Me!” Long Beach welcomes California’s first women’s sports bar
In a city known for its vibrant and diverse community, Long Beach is now home to California’s first women’s sports bar, Watch Me! Sports Bar. Located in Marketplace Long Beach, directly across from the 2ND & PCH shopping center, the bar’s goal is to celebrate the determination and achievements of women athletes and fans.
Bay Area police seek public's help in finding 2 girls missing since July
Oakland police are seeking the public's help in finding two Bay Area girls who have been missing since July. Angelina Carrillo is 5-foot-7, weighing 120 pounds, with black hair and brown eyes. She was last seen on the 3900 block of Loma Vista Avenue. It's not known what she was wearing at the time. Her last known location was over 100 miles away in Merced. Oakland police did not elaborate on why she was in Merced or when she was last seen.
Advocates for Measure J educate students on factory farming
Representatives of ballot Measure J gathered Aug. 22 at Santa Rosa Junior College’s Bertolini quad to advocate for the end of factory farming in Sonoma County by defining its benefits for students. According to the advocates webpage, ballot Measure J would phase out and prohibit Concentrated Animal Feeding Operations,...
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