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Bay Area Welcomes Warm-Up, Sunny Skies and Rising Temperatures Ahead, Says NWS Cleveland
As the week comes to a close, the Bay Area is under the influence of a ridge system, promising fair weather and potentially elevating temperatures. According to the National Weather Service in Cleveland, the ridge will affect our region from today through the weekend. The embedded high-pressure center is migrating southeastward, allowing warm air to flow into the area.
Sunnyvale authorities warn residents about recent coyote sightings
Recent reports of coyote sightings in a Sunnyvale neighborhood prompted city authorities this week to issue a precautionary warning to residents. The Sunnyvale Department of Public Safety said it received reports in mid-August of coyotes in the area of Blue Jay Drive and Locksunart Way. Social media posts by residents reported the coyote sightings in the early morning hours and at dusk.
Ukiah Players Theatre presents first-ever short film screening series
The Ukiah Players Theatre proudly presents its first-ever Short Film Screening Series, an evening celebrating the creative talents of local Mendocino filmmakers on Friday, Aug. 23 at 7 p.m. at the Ukiah Players Theatre, located at 1041 Low Gap Road. The event will feature a diverse range of genres, from...
San Francisco moves 20+ RV residents into permanent housing
After the implementation of new parking restrictions and threats of ticketing and towing on roads near Lake Merced, many people living in RVs in that area finally have stable housing.After a year living in an RV with her daughter and two grandkids, Eucevia Rosales and her family finally have a home."We are very happy because we have a stable place. We don't have to be out on the streets anymore," said Rosales.The apartment may look empty with no furniture, but she says it's filled with so much love and peace. We sat on the carpet where she talked about being...
San Jose man continuing San Francisco Fisherman's Wharf "Bushman" legacy
SAN FRANCISCO -- Fisherman's Wharf in San Francisco is full of surprises, and there's one that sneaks up on you.Known as the Bay Area Bushman, he's a local legend who has been startling unsuspecting tourists."You'll never forget that a bush is just randomly jumping out at you on the street," said Cory Barnette, the man behind the shrub.Twice a week, Barnette makes his way to the promenade and gets into his costume made of vine and shrub. Then, he plants himself in the middle of the action, ready to ambush unsuspecting victims."I like a good jump scare," said Marie Marks,...
Some Bay Area 16-and-17-year-olds will be eligible to vote in November
OAKLAND, Calif. - This November, 16-and-17-year-olds in two East Bay cities will be able to cast ballots on Election Day and use their voting power, as part of a first-of-its-kind effort in California to give young people a voice in their education. Under two separate measures, one passed in Berkeley...
Warriors big man officially departs NBA for return to childhood franchise
After months of reporting that suggested it a mere formality, Usman Garuba has officially departed the Golden State Warriors and the NBA to return home to Spain. Garuba has signed a three-year deal with Real Madrid, according to the team on Tuesday. The 22-year-old had previously risen through the junior ranks with Real Madrid to become part of their professional program, before being taken with the 23rd pick of the 2021 NBA Draft by the Houston Rockets.
UFC star Cain Velasquez facing decades behind prison bars
SAN JOSE, Calif. (KRON) — The fate of former UFC heavyweight champion Cain Velasquez is now in the hands of a Santa Clara County judge. Last week, Velasquez gave up his right to a jury trial when he pleaded “no contest” to attempted murder and eight additional charges. Prosecutors said the mixed martial arts fighter went […]
Ukiah City Council to address outdoor burning ‘loophole’
At its next meeting Wednesday, the Ukiah City Council will consider adopting an ordinance that will help law enforcement address the “dangerous practice” of building campfires on others’ property for cooking and other uses. According to the staff report prepared for the Aug. 21 meeting of the...
Fashion Meets Art: ‘Altered Apparel’ Exhibit Kicks Off in Ukiah
The following is a press release issued by the Deep Valley Arts Collective:. The Deep Valley Arts Collective is pleased to announce their September group art exhibition titled “Altered Apparel,” opening at MEDIUM Art Gallery in Ukiah and on display from September 6th through September 28th, 2024. “Altered...
Attorneys for 'Golden Gate Bridge 26' demand SF DA recusal, citing possible conflict of interest
SAN FRANCISCO - Attorneys representing a group of Bay Area residents arrested at Golden Gate Bridge protests in April are demanding that San Francisco District Attorney Brooke Jenkins recuse herself from their case. In a letter to the DA's office, the attorneys cited closed-door meetings Jenkins attended at the Israeli consulate last year as key examples of a potential conflict of interest.
Thousand of Chicago Protesters at DNC Oppose Harris Biden US Supported Israeli Genocide
Original image (4032x3024) Several thousand supporters of Palestine and against the US supported genocide in Gaza rallied at the Chicago DNC on 8/19/24 in Union Park and then marched near the Democratic convention center. They spoke out about the Democrats and their role along with the Republicans in continuing to fund and support the Zionist apartheid state of Israel.
California announces new deal with tech to fund journalism, AI research
SACRAMENTO, Calif. (AP) — California will be the first U.S. state to direct millions of dollars from taxpayer money and tech companies to help pay for journalism and AI research under a new deal announced Wednesday. Under the first-in-the-nation agreement, the state and tech companies would collectively pay roughly...
California lawmakers [quietly] pass bill allowing alcohol sales until 4 a.m. at club in new LA Clippers arena
California lawmakers on Tuesday night quietly passed a bill that will flex state law by allowing alcohol sales inside of a club in the future arena of the Los Angeles Clippers until 4 a.m. The bill, AB 3206, will only allow the very early morning sale of alcohol inside of...
California Municipal Revenue & Tax Association celebrates 55 years of elevating municipal administration
Did you know that the California Municipal Revenue & Tax Association (CMRTA) was founded in 1968 when business tax professionals recognized the value of regular networking to improve their knowledge, skills and performance? Since then, CMRTA has grown into a vibrant community of hundreds of local government agencies, state and federal organizations all working together to elevate municipal administration.
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