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Maine’s First Research Satellite Primed for California Launch
(TNS) — Barring weather or technical hiccups, Maine's first research satellite will be launched into space aboard a private rocket early Tuesday to collect climate data for Maine students studying urban heat islands, phytoplankton and harmful algal blooms. MESAT-1 is one of eight nano-satellites hitching a space-bound ride aboard...
State Farm again is seeking huge increases in home insurance rates in California
State Farm is seeking increases of as much as 52% for some of its residential insurance rates in California, which could ramp up the financial burden for many homeowners and renters in the state’s troubled insurance market.
Family of retired California deputy missing in Greece call off search, suspect foul play
The family of a retired California sheriff’s deputy missing in Greece said that the search for him has ended but that they fear foul play is involved in his disappearance. Albert Calibet, who left the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department in 2018, was on vacation and getting ready to head to the Greek island of Amorgos when he vanished on June 11. His family said he had repeatedly visited the island since 2009.
Temperatures to challenge all-time highs in California, Nevada
Temperatures will not only rival records over the interior West through this weekend, but the heat will pose dangers for those outdoors for long periods and those taking to the roads for holiday travel. While the summertime is quite hot across the interior of the western United States in the...
California budgets up to $12 million for reparations bills, a milestone in atoning for racist legacy
SACRAMENTO, Calif. (AP) — California plans to spend up to $12 million on reparations legislation under a budget signed by Democratic Gov. Gavin Newsom, marking a milestone in the state’s efforts to atone for a legacy of racism and discrimination against Black Californians. The reparations funding in the...
California Says No to Gas Lawn Mowers, Blowers
Do you remember what you were doing three years ago? Three days ago? Three hours ago? Californians now feel the effects of an overreaching regulatory law that bans the sale of new gas-powered devices. In other words, you can still use your old gas-powered lawnmowers and lawn equipment but can't buy new ones.
Gun policy debate now includes retail tracking codes in California
Laws taking effect Monday in California and Tennessee highlight the nation's stark divide over guns: While the former is looking to help banks track potentially suspicious gun purchases in hopes of thwarting mass shootings and other firearm-related homicides, the latter is seeking to prohibit the practice. Major credit card companies as of today have to make a merchant code available for firearm and ammunition retailers to comply with California's new law to aid banks in monitoring gun sales and flag suspicious cases to authorities. The law requires retailers that primarily sell firearms to adopt the code by May 2025. Democratic-led legislatures...
California residents can set off fireworks in these cities
It’s that time of the year when California officials warn residents to keep the fireworks displays to the professionals to ensure everyone has a safe Independence Day. California has a zero-tolerance policy for the sale and use of illegal fireworks, as stated by the California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection on its website. “It […]
Residents impacted by PG&E shutoff seek relief at community centers amid heat wave
SHASTA COUNTY, Calif. — Pacific Gas and Electric shut down power for hundreds across the Northstate on Tuesday as part of their planned public safety power shutoff, which they say lowers fire risks during high-risk conditions. Leaving many without air conditioning as temperatures exceed 110. Visitors were coming in...
The Department of Water Resources shares statement regarding the Thompson Fire
BUTTE COUNTY, Calif. - Action News Now reached out to the Department of Water Resources to get a statement on the Thompson Fire in Oroville that is burning near the Oroville Dam. Here is a statement they shared with us:. “The Department of Water Resources (DWR) is closely monitoring the...
Forest Service update on Rainbow Family Gathering
Here’s the July 1, U.S. Forest Service update on the Rainbow Family Gathering. In the afternoon of June 29, the Rainbow Family moved to a new location on the Beckwourth Ranger District of the Plumas National Forest approximately 12 miles north of Beckwourth, California. The new location is near the intersection of Forest Road 28N01 and 26N70 in an area that has been used as a fire camp in the past.
19-acre fire west of Redding 90% contained; second fire started by equipment in dry field
A fire that started in Ono in western Shasta County reached 90% containment early Thursday, but remained under investigation. "We're pleased to share that firefighters have made significant progress overnight on the Yolla Incident. Containment is now up to 90%, with 19.26 acres burned," according to an update from the California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection on their Facebook page. ...
Bear tranquilized, captured after unusual sighting in Chatsworth
A bear that was spotted roaming the Los Angeles neighborhood of Chatsworth was tranquilized and captured after it spent the night in an area that doesn't often experience such sightings.The collared and tagged bear was first seen Monday night in an industrial area near De Soto Avenue and Lassen Street. Los Angeles police officers responded to the area and watched the bear as it meandered between industrial buildings and parking lots, but they eventually left the animal to keep wandering.By Tuesday morning, the bear was seen nestled high up in a tree on nearby Independence Avenue.The California Department of Fish...
Former Supermodel Loni Wilison Spotted Smoking Cigarettes on L.A. Streets 8 Years After Becoming Homeless: Photos
Former swimsuit model Loni Willison was once a big name in the modeling world, but the 37-year-old has tragically been living on and off on the streets of Los Angeles in the years following her split from ex-husband Jeremy Jackson.Willison tied the knot with the Baywatch star in 2012, but two years later, the pair called it quits following the supermodel's allegations that he'd brutally attacked her at their Hollywood home. At the time, she was allegedly left with broken ribs, scratches to her face and neck injuries. She also claimed he once tried to strangle her to death. She...
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