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California mulls millions in reparations costs after Newsom declares budget emergency
(The Center Square) - California is considering spending $12 million on pending reparations-related legislation after the governor declared a budget emergency, an act that allows the use of state rainy day funds to plug the deficit. At the low end, reparations bills with finite costs add up to approximately $4.3 million per year. However, with some potential programs such as spending savings from prison capacity reductions on gun violence reduction programs or making food a public health benefit for millions of Californians having unknown cost...
‘Really triggering’: SF bartenders have mixed feelings about new drug testing law
As revelers bar hop over the holiday and weekend, they might notice something new at their local watering holes: signs warning them about getting “roofied” and offering test strips to check for spiked drinks. Roughly 2,400 bars and nightclubs across California must now, by law, offer and advertise...
Second Celebrity Suspected In Death Of Matthew Perry
The investigation into the death of Matthew Perry has continued. Los Angeles Police Department officials have partnered with national agencies to determine whether or not anyone should be charged in the actor’s death. Now, a second celebrity has been named who might be involved. Continue reading to find out the latest details of the investigation.
Fireworks blamed for at least 1 Sacramento house fire in busy July 4th night for firefighters
SACRAMENTO – Firefighters around the Sacramento area had to deal with fire after fire overnight as Fourth of July celebrations raged into the early hours on Friday. At least one house fire was likely started by fireworks, officials say. Sacramento Fire crews responded to the 600 block of Piedmont Drive and found flames between two homes. Firefighters went to work quickly and were able to keep the flames from spreading inside the homes. No injuries were reported, but it's unclear how much damage was done by the fire. Sacramento Fire says fireworks were the likely cause of the Piedmont Drive incident. In Citrus Heights, Sacramento Metro Fire crews responded just before midnight Friday to a report of a heavy fire in a garage along Ebonywood Court.Everyone inside the Ebonywood Court home got out safely, firefighters say, and the flames were contained before they could spread to any other homes. Exactly what started the Ebonywood Court fire is still under investigation. Earlier in the night, officials said illegal fireworks were likely to blame for catching the roof of a middle school on fire in Sacramento.
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...
Calif. program connects inmates with post-release employment
VACAVILLE, Calif. — With just 70 days left of his prison sentence, Fausto Basso is anything but scared to take on a new career post-release after participating in the new Entry to Education program at California State Prison, Solano. “This program is a blessing to have,” said Basso. “It...
Doctors highlight hidden health risks associated with Fourth of July celebrations
Fireworks on the Fourth of July are an American tradition, but they're not exactly harmless. The Consumer Products Safety Commission says emergency room trips for fireworks injuries rise year after year. But even a professional fireworks show can affect long-term health effects in ways you might find surprising.If you're planning your own backyard pyrotechnics display, keep in mind nearly 10,000 people were treated for fireworks-related injuries last year alone.Doctors say to wear pants, closed-toed shoes and protect your eyes.Explosive and projectile fireworks are illegal in California, but even ones labeled "safe and sane" such as fountains, sparklers and pinwheels...
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