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Governor Newsom, state and federal leaders celebrate launch of California’s first-in-the-nation hydrogen hub
What you need to know: California is the first state to officially launch one of the country’s seven hydrogen hubs – the next chapter of California’s climate leadership and a key part of the Governor’s build more, faster agenda deploying clean infrastructure and good jobs across the state.
California Is a Right-Wing Punching Bag. Its Politicians Are Ready to Punch Back
After years of being bashed in conservative media and politics, California politicians are on the offensive this election cycle — and relishing the opportunity to talk up the Golden State as one of their own runs for president. They may have to do so without the candidate’s help, however:...
California foster families at risk as 'critical' non-profit agencies face crisis
All too often, there are reports on children in the foster care system are abused, or worse. But there are success stories as well, many of them thanks to non-profit agencies that find good homes for kids.But those agencies are facing a crisis that could force them to shut down.There are nearly 45,000 children in the California foster care system, the vast majority have been separated from their parents due to neglect or abuse. Roughly 9,700 of those kids are placed in resource family homes supported by nonprofit foster family agencies (FFAs) like Five Acres in Altadena."FFAs are a critical...
Coffee Pot Fire: most growth in 24 hours, containment growing
TULARE COUNTY, Calif. (KSEE/KGPE) – The Coffee Pot Fire experienced its largest amount of growth in a 24-hour period since it first ignited on Aug. 3, but containment is finally going up. The Coffee Pot Fire has grown by 1,311 acres since Thursday and as of Friday morning is 6,994 acres, per the California Interagency Incident […]
Trump echo: California Republicans propose no tax on tips, Democrats vote no
(The Center Square) - In a mirror of national politics, California Republicans followed former President Donald Trump’s lead by proposing to end taxes on tips. While Vice President Kamala Harris, who formerly represented California in the U.S. Senate, embraced the measure, California Democrats said no, shooting down the proposed amendment in the California Senate. “Even Trump and Harris both say we should eliminate the ‘tip tax,’” said the California Senate Republican Caucus in a statement. ...
Vehicle Overturns Near Fields Landing
A solo vehicle crashed on northbound Highway101 near the Fields Landing offramp about 9:40 a.m., leaving the vehicle overturned and off the roadway, according to the CHP Traffic Incident Information Page. The outside (#2) lane is shut down by firefighters as they deal with the incident. Initial reports to 911...
Fortuna High Huskies kick off Football season against Del Norte Warriors
The Huskies Football Team from Fortuna High is kicking off their season tonight, and they’re bringing a special brand of football to the field. “It’s a great opportunity to teach young men to be great people. And, you know, we put a lot of our time and energy into creating low level superheroes that are going to go out in the community and be great. The football part’s fun. But the life stuff is more important,” says head coach Mike Benbow.
California Journalists Slam ‘Backroom Deal’ After Big Tech Upends Agreement Meant to Bolster Local News
The negotiated agreement calls for Google to pay only $15 million a year compared to the $500 million from Big Tech initially discussed with lawmakers The post California Journalists Slam ‘Backroom Deal’ After Big Tech Upends Agreement Meant to Bolster Local News appeared first on TheWrap.
Veteran-led Honor Guard Ceremony Held Today to Honor WWII Vet Who Died Recently
A veteran-led honor guard ceremony will be held on Friday, August 30 to honor Don Harms. The ceremony will take place at the Veterans Memorial building in Fortuna at 1pm. Harms, who passed away recently, at the age of 105, was drafted into the US Army at the age of 21, and fought in some of the fiercest battles of World War II.
Discover the World of Dragonflies with Sandra Hunt-von Arb at Arcata Marsh on September 4
Press release from the Friends of the Arcata Marsh:. Join wildlife biologist Sandra Hunt-von Arb on Wednesday, September 4 to be enlightened about “Flying Jewels of the Marsh: An Introduction to Dragonflies.” The presentation is part of the First Wednesday Lecture Series sponsored by Friends of the Arcata Marsh. This 1-hour talk will be held at the Arcata Marsh Interpretive Center starting at 7 p.m., followed by a Q&A session.
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