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Governor Newsom announces appointments 7.18.24
SACRAMENTO – Governor Gavin Newsom today announced the following appointments:. Marc LeForestier, of Sacramento, has been appointed General Counsel at the Department of Cannabis Control. LeForestier has been General Counsel at the California Community Colleges Chancellor’s Office since 2017. He was a Supervising Deputy Attorney General in the Government Law Section at the California Department of Justice, Office of the Attorney General from 2013 to 2017 and served in several roles there from 2000 to 2013, including Supervising Deputy Attorney General, Director of Legislative Affairs and Deputy Attorney General. He is a member of the California State Bar, Public Law Section. LeForestier earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Political Science from the University of Toronto and a Juris Doctor degree from Case Western Reserve University School of Law. This position does not require Senate confirmation and the compensation is $204,996. LeForestier is registered without party preference.
San Francisco to begin clearing homeless encampments in August, mayor says
San Francisco Mayor London Breed is preparing to clear the city of most homeless encampments. Breed, who was at a mayoral debate Thursday, said despite the city’s efforts to provide more housing options and catered services, it’s not enough,. “The problem is not going to be solved by...
Country singer Chris Young to take stage at California State Fair | July 18 events
SACRAMENTO, Calif. — The 2024 California State Fair began Friday at Cal Expo. If you're already set on going to the fair and want a beeline to the ticket information page, click HERE. For everyone else, here's a schedule for what's happening Thursday. Remember, hours are subject to change.
California delegate who witnessed assassination attempt says Trump recognized him at RNC
MILWAUKEE — A California delegate who witnessed theattempted assassination of Donald Trump said the former president recognized him at the Republican National Convention. "He saw me and came over, shook my hand and he looked me right in the eye and he said, 'That was a helluva day, wasn't it?'" Blake Marnell recounted.
Intruder grabs student at Redwood City school, police investigating as attempted kidnapping
(KRON) — An intruder entered a Redwood City high school and attempted to pull a student out of his classroom on Thursday, the Redwood City Police Department said. The school was placed on lockdown as officers tried to find the suspect. Staff at Sequoia High School said that at about 2 p.m. a “suspicious person” […]
California cops apparently want Cybertrucks now
LOS ANGELES - Tesla patrol vehicles aren't something new in California. Police departments across the Golden State already use or are testing Tesla patrol cars. The Anaheim Police Department, for example, debuted Model Y patrol vehicles in April. "The Tesla Model Y was selected for its advanced features, including rapid...
Drivers to get huge $6,700 one-time payment from $50 million settlement if they had cars repaired – see who qualifies
CHEVY and GM diesel owners equipped with a large displacement V8 and a specific fuel pump could be seeing a substantial payday. The settlement covers drivers in seven states, with some being paid up to $12,700. Chevrolet and GMC, both brands under General Motors, have reached a preliminary settlement for...
Greenheart Hopes to Save McLaren Trees
A group called Greenheart is trying to save the McLaren Park trees that SF Recreation and Parks Department is trying to fell. They recently rallied some people to join them and hold up posters in the park. We are disappointed that SFRPD continues to cut down hundreds of trees across...
Music@Menlo’s French-themed festival gets underway
Getting your Trinity Audio player ready... Music@Menlo artistic directors Wu Han and David Finckel begin planning the annual summer chamber music festival, set to start July 19 on the campus of Menlo School in Atherton, two years in advance. The three-week musical extravaganza, now in its 22nd season, involves myriad decisions about schedules, programs, repertoire and the hiring of dozens of musicians. But even the most careful advance planning can go awry when the unexpected, in the form of a musician’s departure, happens.
Rebekka Williams Promoted to Assistant Coach at University of Hawai’i Women’s Water Polo
Rebekka Williams has been promoted to assistant coach for the University of Hawai'i women's water polo team by head coach James Robinson, having previously served as a graduate assistant. Williams, alongside associate head coach Candice Vorbeck, will be integral to Robinson's coaching staff. With experience as a standout goalie and coach, including achievements in collegiate water polo, Williams is poised to contribute significantly to the program's continued success.
San Antonio Gears Up for School: Free Supplies, Vaccines, and Haircuts for Students
San Francisco parents, take a deep breath before the impending educational whirlwind: free back-to-school supplies and events are here to ease your burden. San Antonio Report announces a bevy of events across San Antonio where students can gear up without denting the family budget. Some events even throw in perks like free vaccinations and haircuts, ensuring kids not only have the pencils but also the health to start school on the right foot.
San Francisco's McAlister's Deli Celebrates Free Tea Thursday Tradition
Thirsty San Franciscans, take note McAlister's Deli is pouring free cups of tea this Thursday. Celebrating its annual tradition for the 16th time, the restaurant chain will offer a variety of teas on the house, as confirmed by the deli themselves. Customers can quench their thirst with a selection of...
Apple announces funding for Santa Cruz housing project – how local officials are responding
SANTA CRUZ, Calif. (KION-TV) -- The international tech giant is teaming up with the San Francisco Housing Accelerator Fund, Sobrato Philanthropies, and Destination: Home — all experts in affordable housing development — to launch the new Bay Area Housing Innovation Fund. This fund, which will make targeted, favorable loans to advance affordable housing development, is part of Apple’s broader $2.5 billion commitment to address housing affordability in communities across California.
Oakland Hospital Building Is Approved for Construction
World-class, research-backed care in a healing environment. The seven-story, 277,500-square-foot building will include a new and expanded emergency department, providing double the current space for the child-centered trauma care for which the Oakland hospital is renowned. The additional space will enable more efficient care and provide room for updated imaging and surgical services, a new neonatal intensive care unit (NICU), and seven new surgical suites.
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