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Sacramento’s first Passive House sets the standard for green builds
In East Sacramento, on a narrow avenue of small, single-story homes, a transformation is underway. An 82-year-old bungalow is becoming the new kid on the block: the first Passive House in the Sacramento region. That is, a home that’s certifiably energy efficient, airtight and well-ventilated, with triple-pane windows and continuous...
Thief cuts hole into Placer County gun store and steals more than 50 handguns, sheriff says
NEWCASTLE, Calif. — A thief stole dozens of handguns after cutting a hole into a Newcastle gun shop early Monday morning, the Placer County Sheriff’s Office said. One person was captured on camera during the burglary at Foothill Firearms on Taylor Road. The suspect took more than 50...
Big Lots to close all North Bay locations
Big Lots is set to close all its North Bay locations sometime this year citing financial constraints and falling sales. The discount retailer did not respond to requests for comment, but webpages for each North Bay location had banners that said “Closing this location,” and the stores in Santa Rosa and Rohnert Park each had a sign up announcing the closure. Big Lots has four other North Bay ...
Homes Burn in Southern California as Wildfires Plague West Amid Heat Wave
RIVERSIDE, Calif. (NEWSnet/AP) — Three homes were destroyed Monday after one of many dangerous wildfires in the West swept into a Southern California neighborhood during a scorching heat wave. The homes burned when the fire erupted Sunday afternoon in a hilly area of Riverside, a city about 60 miles...
Bay Area and Central Valley on High Alert as Extreme Heatwave Approaches, Sacramento Valley to Experience Sweltering Temperatures Reaching 112°F
The Bay Area is bracing for another bout of intense heat, as temperatures in the Central Valley are forecasted to tip the scales between 100 and 112 degrees, with the hottest conditions anticipated in the Northern Sacramento Valley. Residents should plan accordingly, as the National Weather Service Sacramento has issued a Heat Advisory from 11 AM this morning to 11 PM PDT Wednesday. This heatwave is part of a trend, with well above normal high temperatures expected to persist through at least mid-week.
Campus researchers investigate climate change’s effect on California’s insurance market
A team of UC Berkeley researchers published a study regarding how climate change has affected property insurance and pricing in disaster-prone areas. The paper specifically examines the California property insurance market, emphasizing how limited information significantly contributes to high prices and reduced participation, particularly with risks associated with climate change, said co-author of the study Meredith Fowlie.
The Switch Up Election Series: BlackPAC director highlights ‘essential’ role of Black voters
Adrianne Shropshire began her political work as a community organizer in California, focusing on police accountability, economic justice and youth empowerment in the South Los Angeles neighborhoods. In 2016, Shropshire founded BlackPAC, an organization dedicated to educating and mobilizing African American voters. Through that work, she has designed programs to engage hundreds of thousands of…
Two people found dead in vehicle off State Route 99 in Salida
(FOX40.COM) — Two people were found dead in a vehicle off State Route 99 in Salida Sunday evening, the California Highway Patrol said. According to CHP, officers responded to a report of a possible assault with a deadly weapon on the SR-99 offramp to Hammett Road. Officers found a car parked on the shoulder of […]
Need free backpacks and supplies before school starts? Here's where to go in Stockton
A plethora of back-to-school giveaways are happening in Stockton to help families with rising school supply costs. Families with children in elementary through high school plan to spend an average of $874.68 on clothing, shoes, school supplies, and electronics this season, according to the National Retail Foundation. While that amount is $15 less than last year's record of $890, it is the second highest amount in the survey's history. ...
39-year-old man killed in Stockton shooting
STOCKTON, Calif. — Detectives are investigating a deadly shooting that happened Sunday night in Stockton. The Stockton Police Department said officers responded to reports of a shooting around 10:10 p.m. in the 700 Block of North California Street. They found a 39-year-old man who was taken to a hospital where he later died.
2024 Stockton Tequila Festival this Saturday. What to know
STOCKTON, Calif. — The Stockton Tequila Festival is noon to 8 p.m. Saturday at the Weber Point Events Center. The Latin Magic Band at 1:30 p.m. Rappin' 4Tay at 2:45 p.m. The Delfonics Experience with Norman Carter at 3:15 p.m. Dezzy Hollow at 4:20 p.m. EL Chicano at 5:30...
Sacramento Police Seek Help to Find Missing 12-Year-Old Boy, Marquez Hollis
The Sacramento Police Department has issued a call to the public to help find a young boy who has been reported missing. The youth in question is 12-year-old Marquez Hollis, described as standing 5'2" with a thin build, black hair, and brown eyes. According to the police department, Marquez was last seen at about 7:45 p.m. in the area of the 7600 block of Bridge Bay Drive. At that time, he was wearing a camouflaged shirt paired with green khaki camo shorts. The concern for Marquez is heightened due to his young age, marking him as an at-risk individual in need of immediate attention.
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