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People We Meet: A Palestinian liquor store clerk builds community on the corner
His wife’s chocolate chip cookies sit in a basket on the check-out counter. A faded magazine clipping of him and his three sons is tacked up between shelves of liquor. A sign outside encourages anyone who is hungry to inquire within, where a special rack of assorted foods is available for those in need.
El Camino sweeps season opener against Glendale in 3 sets
The El Camino College Warriors women’s volleyball team swept the Glendale Vaqueros in a 3-0 victory in its season opener on Friday, Aug. 23. Sophomore outside hitter Scheala Nielsen led the team in with 14 kills, along with middle blocker Aireon Scott and Payton Garrison, who are returners from last season. Scott and Garrison recorded 7 and 10 kills, respectively.
SIERRA PACIFIC PLANTS 300 MILLIONTH SEEDLING
This spring, Sierra Pacific Industries, Anderson, Ca., planted its 300 millionth seedling on its timberlands, reflecting the company’s commitment to sustainable forest management and ensuring we have forests for future generations. “I wouldn’t have imagined 75 years ago when we started with no land and one very small sawmill...
Elon Musk’s split with San Francisco ends yearslong feud: ‘Good riddance’
Elon Musk and San Francisco will be parting ways in the coming weeks and it seems neither side will be shedding a tear. “I share the perspective that most San Franciscans have, which is good riddance,” City Attorney David Chiu told the New York Times. Chiu was a member of the city’s Board of Supervisors, which backed […]
Toddler Winds Up In The Hospital After Restaurant Serves Her Wine Instead Of Apple Juice
In California, a restaurant accidentally served a toddler wine instead of apple juice. Per PEOPLE, Noemi Valencia and her partner went to a Japanese restaurant. They realized during their meal that their toddler started experiencing symptoms of intoxication. "She was swaying, she was falling over, she was leaning on walls, she couldn't hold her head up, she was slurring her words," Valencia stated.
California Mega Millions jackpot rolls to $575 million
(KRON) — California Lottery players are gearing up for another shot at a massive prize, as the Mega Millions jackpot has climbed to an estimated $575 million. The increase comes after no ticket matched all six numbers in Friday’s draw, confirmed CA Lottery. With the next chance to win set for Tuesday, hopeful players have […]
Nuclear security, nonproliferation focus of National Lab’s summer school
The Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory (LLNL) recently co-sponsored the weeklong Nuclear Security and Nonproliferation Summer School, which introduced participating students to the lab and provided overviews of emergency response, nuclear forensics, and treaty verification. LLNL ... Read More » The post Nuclear security, nonproliferation focus of National Lab’s summer school appeared first on Daily Energy Insider.
Measure DD sets out to end concentrated animal feeding operations in Berkeley
The 2024 Berkeley general election will include Measure DD, a historic ballot measure that would prohibit concentrated animal feeding operations, or CAFOs. CAFOs are “agricultural operations” where animals are kept in confined stables or enclosures, according to the United States Environmental Protection Agency. CAFOs commonly house cattle, pigs, chicken and horses.
California high schools now have to use special thermometer before canceling games
Across the state, high school sports now have new rules around heat and outside play."Nobody ever wants to miss a game. Nobody ever wants to postpone a practice, but the important thing that we have to keep the forefront is the health and safety of these students' coaches and fans," says Ryan Tos, CIF Central Section Commissioner.The new CIF guidelines advise schools to move outdoor practices to cooler times, like early morning or late evening. They also require schools to postpone or cancel practice if it gets too hot outside. In the past each school or district had its own...
Alameda police save the day for girl with cancer after theft
ALAMEDA, Calif. - A thief attempted to steal a young girl’s dreams of being a superhero in Alameda, but actual heroes stepped in to save the day. Surveillance footage captured a man in July stealing a HelloFresh meal-kit package from Molly Laufer's home. Laufer later discovered the alleged thief...
Jeff and Naomi Silk Launch the Silk Family Investment Institute at USF
University of San Francisco Trustee, Jeff Silk ’87 and his wife Naomi, will launch the Silk Family Investment Institute with an extraordinary gift to the university. The Silks have been deeply involved with USF as the creators behind the popular Silk Speaker Series. This new commitment from the Silk family will establish the Silk Family Investment Institute and provide additional funding for the Silk Speaker Series and the Swig Program in Jewish Studies and Social Justice.
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