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130 degrees: California's Death Valley may soon break world heat record
If forecasters are correct, and the summer's heat wave continues, Eastern California's Death Valley may soon tie or break a world record. The temperature in Death Valley National Park could skyrocket to 130 degrees next week, the National Weather Service is reporting. If it does, it will set the record...
California's wildfires exceeding '23, meaning smoky days likely for Washoe County
When wildfires are burning in California, the smoke can lead to unhealthy air here in Washoe County -- and fires in the neighboring state are already well ahead of last year's in size. Washoe County's Air Quality Management Division tracks wildfires, which have been getting larger in the last five to...
Firefly Aerospace launches rocket and lights up SoCal sky
Southern California got a look at another rocket launch that lit up the night sky.Firefly Aerospace launched its Alpha rocket from Vandenberg Space Force Base just after 9 p.m. Wednesday. The launch created a long, bright plume that streaked across the region for many to see.Firefly's "Noise of Summer" mission set previous launch dates for Monday and Tuesday, but each were pushed back.The mission carried a class of small satellites called CubeSats that were developed by universities and nonprofits through NASA's CubeSat Launch Initiative.Recently, Southern California has seen several bright spectacles in the sky thanks to rocket launches by SpaceX.
Gov. Gavin Newsom, Marshawn Lynch launch new podcast called 'Politic-kin'
Governor Gavin Newsom and former Raiders running back Marshawn Lynch are joining forces for a new weekly podcast called "Politic-kin."Doug Hendrickson, Lynch's agent and a longtime friend of Newsom, will join them.The podcast's description says, "Gavin Newsom like you've never heard him and Marshawn Lynch exactly how you'd expect him.""Politic-kin" debuts July 15 on iHeartPodcasts.California Governor Gavin Newsom, Super Bowl champion Marshawn “Beast Mode” Lynch, and agent Doug Hendrickson are joining forces for a new weekly podcast callled “Politickin” that will be available on iHeartPodcasts.Newsom and Hendrickson have been friends since the ‘90s.…— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) July 3, 2024 If you're on the ABC7 News app, click here to watch live
Newsom pulls California crime ballot measure a day after touting it as ‘critical step’
California Democrats were set to vote Wednesday on an anti-crime measure that Gov. Gavin Newsom (D) hoped would combat a Republican-backed one that will be on the ballot in the state this fall, but Democrats reversed course at the last second, halting the effort. Newsom held up his proposed ballot measure as a “critical step”…
Jodi House Will Use $825,000 State Grant to Enhance Services
The California Department of Rehabilitation (DOR) on June 21 announced its intent to award Jodi House an $825,000 grant to provide support services that improve the quality of life for individuals with Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI). Jodi House is one of only seven awardees statewide to receive this grant funding...
Pacific Gas & Electric says grid holding stable so far
It’s an all hands on deck approach to the current heatwave in California; and that includes PG&E. On Wednesday, the utility giant provided a briefing from its emergency operations center in Vacaville. PG&E Meteorologist Scott Strenfel said the extreme heat smothering California could set new temperature records. "What we're...
Program offering financial help for repairing AC systems in vehicles
With the sizzling temperatures right now, your car's air conditioning system may need some work.The Car Care Council recently introduced a new program for much of the Central Valley.The program, which is currently in soft launch, aims to offer financial assistance for repairing faulty or leaking AC systems in cars and light-duty trucks.The rebate initiative covers 80% of repair costs up to $1,875.Diagnostic fees are also fully covered if you move forward with eligible repairs.Experts say leaking AC systems not only make your drive uncomfortable, but also contributes to poor air quality and an increase in asthma rates.The program is available to residents in Fresno, Merced, Madera, Visalia and Hanford.The nonprofit group is expected to release more information about the program for the general public launch on July 18th.For more information and to see if you pre-qualify, click here.
PG&E calls off public safety power cuts to Fresno County
FRESNO, Calif. (KSEE/KGPE) – PG&E customers in Fresno County were set to be impacted by intentional power cuts on Friday and Saturday, but PG&E has since called off the warning. PG&E published a warning on Thursday saying that Public Safety Power Shutoffs may be enacted in Fresno County on Friday and Saturday. The utility adds […]
Fresno Fire responds to Fourth of July incidents
FRESNO, Calif. (KSEE/KGPE) – The Fourth of July is historically one of the busiest days of the year for firefighters. Fresno Fire Department used extra resources to help keep the community safe throughout the night. “We are staffing two additional engines and a wildland brush rig just to be ready to respond to those calls […]
Generous Tip Causes Unexpected Fallout at Stockton Inn
The Stockton Inn, known for its rich history, recently became the stage for a heated incident involving a new waitress and an unexpected act of generosity. The centuries-old Stockton Inn plans to reopen this summer with an upscale Italian restaurant called The Finch. An Unexpected Generosity Turned Sour. The spotlight...
Grand Jury report finds Merced City School District violated state law
The Merced County Grand Jury has released its latest report, which is highly critical of the Merced City School District.The investigation began after the grand jury received complaints about the current Board and District administration.The allegations included sexual misconduct, harassment, and bullying in the workplace - as well as Brown Act Violations.In 2023, trustees hired and then fired a firm to search for a new superintendent.The firm's report, which included criticism from the community, was leaked, but the board denied ever receiving it.The grand jury says there's evidence that some board members saw the report and communicated about it via...
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