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Gov. Gavin Newsom leaves California amid brutal heat wave and wildfires
SACRAMENTO – Gov. Gavin Newsom is visiting other states, campaigning for President Joe Biden. This comes on the heels of the presidential debate, which left Americans wondering about Joe Biden's stamina for another term. Many Californians are frustrated with the governor for leaving the state during a brutal heat wave and devastating fires. He's off campaigning for President Biden's re-election, being very vocal about his support. Something Republicans say he's using as a guise to campaign for himself should Biden step aside. "Gov. Newsom has been running a shadow presidential campaign for quite some time," said the chairwoman of the...
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...
Santa Cruz stays course on homelessness approach, but Supreme Court decision casts shadow
As homeless advocates and members of Santa Cruz’s unhoused community await the city’s response to the recent Supreme Court ruling that allows local governments to criminalize sleeping on public land, some city officials don’t foresee major changes to its approach. The decision in the Grants Pass v....
Aptos’ ‘World’s Shortest Parade’ celebrates its 63rd year
A warm Thursday morning brought out hundreds of spectators and participants to the World’s Shortest Parade in Aptos for Independence Day, 2024. As usual, hundreds of celebrants watched the homegrown parade amble down Soquel Drive in Aptos, from State Park Avenue into Aptos Village, bringing smiles, cheers and the usual festive atmosphere.
AHS students leave their mark in The California Boys and Girls State Program
After becoming the first two Arvin High School female students to participate in The California Boys and Girls State Program, Jennifer Rangel and Seleste Rosas told 23ABC about their achievements.
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...
Los Angeles Lakers Pull Off Jaw-Dropping Move by Adding Two Rising Stars to the Roster
The Los Angeles Lakers have faced multiple rejections in their attempts to add essential players to their roster. They recently tried to acquire Golden State Warriors guard Klay Thompson, but he rejected their offer. Thompson later agreed to an offer from the Dallas Mavericks, despite his father’s disapproval, as his father had wanted him to join the Lakers. Similarly, UConn Huskies head coach Dan Hurley rejected an offer from the Lakers to become their next head coach and chose to stay with UConn.
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