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Road closure: Keeping California's scenic Highway 1 open
On the California coast where the mountains cascade into the sea, a ribbon of road rides down the edge of the continent. Driving on Highway 1 is a singular experience, and this winding 70-mile stretch hugging the steep coastline of Big Sur is why bucket lists exist.For tourists like Linda Carroll, of St. Paul, Minnesota, the feeling from driving Highway 1 is divine. "I think it's phenomenal," she said. "If you didn't believe in God and you were down here, you definitely would have to, because it's just spectacular."Henry Miller helped put the area on the map in the 1950s,...
Winner! $1.1 million Powerball ticket sold in Northern California
A lucky lottery player in Northern California is holding a winning Powerball ticket worth more than $1.1 million after matching the first five numbers in Saturday's draw, according to the California Lottery. The 5/5 ticket was bought at Romey's Liquor Store, 3 Purity Plaza in Woodland, just outside Sacramento and...
California High-Speed Rail Authority and Grassland Water District Reach Settlement Agreement for the San Jose to Merced Portion of the High-Speed Rail Project
September 1, 2024 - SAN JOSE, Calif. – The California High-Speed Rail Authority (Authority) and the Grassland Water District, Grassland Resource Conservation District, and Grassland Fund (Grassland) have reached an agreement that releases Grassland’s potential California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) claims regarding the Authority’s adoption of environmental review documents for the San Jose to Merced portion of the high-speed rail project.
Volleyball Begins Season in California
The Muhlenberg volleyball team opened the 2024 season with three matches at the Pacific Coast Classic in California. Despite dropping all three matches, the Mules played some close sets. In the first match against Pomona-Pitzer, Muhlenberg came out on fire, jumping out to a 7-3 lead. The Mules led 19-16 after junior Christina Marcin served two aces in a span of three points, but the Sagehens reeled off the next nine points to close out the set en route to a 3-0 sweep. Muhlenberg started strong against Occidental as well, serving six aces – three consecutive by sophomore Jenny Ryan…
Deny Data! Oakland Criticizes Newsom’s Direct Approach to Crime in California Cities
MJP – The controversial and highly publicized efforts of California Governor Gavin Newsom to reduce crime in the state have not gone unnoticed. The controversy surrounding the governor’s strategy draws attention to the difficulties of dealing with urban crime and striking a balance between community concerns and effective solutions, especially in Oakland where his recent actions are being criticized.
Southern California ‘Poltergeist’ home finds a buyer
The Simi Valley home featured in the 1982 horror classic “Poltergeist” has been sold after hitting the market for the first time in 45 years. The four-bedroom, 2,300-square-foot home on Roxbury Street was initially listed at $1.17 million. The final sale price has not been disclosed and the buyer has not been identified. The home […]
‘We don’t want this!’ rage shoppers after self-checkout item ban as millions of Americans forced to pay extra fee
A PROPOSED ban on an item at self-checkout has left some shoppers up in arms. The change would affect millions of Americans, leaving them paying an extra fee for the grocery essential. Customers in California could be directly affected starting in September, as officials in Encinitas, north of San Diego, vote on Senate Bill (SB) […]
Cheetos & popular snacks to be banned as officials take aim at ‘dangerous’ ingredients despite serious doubts about law
STUDENTS in California may soon be searching elsewhere to grab their favorite snacks. On Thursday, lawmakers sent Governor Gavin Newsom a bill to ban schools from distributing or selling products containing six common food dyes. The food dyes included in the bill include Red 40, Yellow 5, Yellow 6, Blue 1, Blue 2, and Green 3. The purpose […]
‘Buying Beverly Hills’ Star Mauricio Umansky Accused Of Acquiring $3 Million In False Pandemic Relief Loans In Bombshell Lawsuit
Mauricio Umansky is facing some legal trouble. A new report from InTouch reveals that a complaint was launched by Realtor LLC against the Buying Beverly Hills star, his business partner William “Billy” Rose, and their brokerage, The Agency . Per the lawsuit, which was reportedly filed in July 2023 but only unsealed just recently, Umansky and Rose allegedly applied for and got two Payroll Protection Program (PPP) and CARES Act loans worth $3,521,153 in total. The packages were intended to prevent termination of employees by providing loans to primarily small businesses that were unable to pay them during the COVID-19...
Santa Maria Public Airport District Reaches Agreement to Support Conservation and Continue Critical Projects
The Santa Maria Public Airport District is pleased to announce that it has reached a settlement agreement with the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS) and the California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW), allowing the Airport to move forward with essential projects that ensure the safety and operational efficiency of the facility.
Dodgers' Freddie Freeman Will Avoid Injured List
Dodgers Freddie Freeman has been absent from the lineup for three consecutive games. He is expected to play on Friday against the Diamonbacks. It was initially reported he sustained a hairline fracture in his finger but later diagnosed as a broken finger.
Football Game Recap: Norco Comes Up Short
Norco was not able to break out of their rough patch on Thursday as the team picked up their seventh straight loss. They received a blow as they fell 34-17 to the Upland Highlanders/Scots. While losing is never fun, the Cougars can't take it too hard given the team's big disadvantage in MaxPreps' California football rankings (they are ranked 110th, while the Highlanders/Scots are ranked 32nd).
San Bernardino Police Foil Theft Plans, Arresting Two Masked Suspects Involved in Burglary
August 31, 2024 – San Bernardino Police Department officials report that last week, officers responded to the area of 2nd and 'G' Streets regarding a burglary. Once officers arrived, they noticed one suspect in a vehicle wearing a mask. As officers detained the suspect, they saw another suspect carrying a trash can containing merchandise. As officers tried to detain the suspect, he began to flee, and a foot pursuit ensued.
Flooded problems: Fed policies may cost residents more, but still leave them at risk
An Associated Press review has found that thousands of people may be paying more for flood insurance or remain unaware of the dangers of dam failures because of conflicting federal policies. The Federal Emergency Management Agency offers a way for communities to earn discounts on flood insurance by taking steps to reduce risks. One option is to share information about places that could get inundated if a dam were to fail. But some federal agencies, such as the Bureau of Reclamation, have restricted the release of inundation maps for their dams. The bureau told the AP it plans to relax restrictions over the next eight years.
California Issues More Marijuana Recalls for Illegal Pesticide Use
The Marijuana Herald - Marijuana news and information California officials have issued a mandatory recall of two additional marijuana products for using an illegal pesticide. On Thursday, the Department of Cannabis Control (DCC) issued a consumer advisory regarding the mandatory recall of the following legal marijuana products: Jack Herer Curepen premium THC oil vape cartridge, 1,000 milligrams. Animal Cookies Live Resin Diamonds concentrate, … Continue reading The post California Issues More Marijuana Recalls for Illegal Pesticide Use appeared first on The Marijuana Herald.
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