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Several Bay Area cities, counties receiving state money to combat homelessness
In a virtual news conference Friday, Gov. Gavin Newsom announced more than $130 million to help combat the state's homelessness crisis."We need to take back the streets, and these encampment resolution grants are a part of that," Newsom said.In total, 18 cities and counties across the state will be receiving part of the money. That includes several locations here in the Bay Area, like San Francisco and Contra Costa County.Contra Costa County Supervisor John Gioia said his county plans on using the $5.7 million it's receiving to clear an encampment near the city of San Pablo.MORE: Sonoma Co. parking lot...
Fallen tree, wires force temporary closure of Highway 17 near Glenwood Drive
SANTA CRUZ COUNTY, Calif. (KION-TV) -- CHP Santa Cruz says a fallen tree and wires forced a shutdown of Northbound Highway 17 just south of Glenwood Drive. Crews were able to remove the tree and have since reopened the highway. A photo from the CHP shows the tree laying across the highway with a portion The post Fallen tree, wires force temporary closure of Highway 17 near Glenwood Drive appeared first on KION546.
Bay Area woman makes history riding water bike to Farallon Islands in honor of daughter
A history-making journey took place this week from Sausalito to the Farallon Islands by a local woman via water bike. It's a journey Jessica Schiller made for a greater purpose."A lot of people thought I was crazy!" said Schiller, who spoke with ABC7 at a park in Sausalito. One of her signature Schiller water bikes was in the foreground.That spirit of "crazy" could be said about Schiller's dream of starting a water bike company 10 years ago. But definitely about her latest life challenge."It's the first-ever bike ride to the Farallon Islands," she said.Sixty miles from the Golden Gate Bridge...
Milpitas seeks protective order against former city manager
Milpitas is seeking an order against its former city manager to stop him from leaking information prior to a trial, the latest saga in an ongoing legal battle. Last December, ousted City Manager Steve McHarris filed a wrongful termination lawsuit against Milpitas, accusing city officials of intimidation and unethical behavior — including Mayor Carmen Montano. The city denied wrongdoing and hired an outside law firm to conduct its own investigation into the same issues.
East Bay hills fire threat elevated as people soak up summer-like sun in October
Over in the East Bay, the heat was sweltering.It is supposed to be fall, but it felt more like the middle of the summer and had people looking for ways to beat the heat.Heather Farm in Walnut Creek was a hot spot for this hot October Saturday.MORE: Bay Area copes and cools from October sizzle at coast as heat wave continues"I have grown up in the area. This is like the hottest it's ever been in the summertime. It's so hot today," said Felicia Adler, who lives in Martinez.It is hot, but it's not summer. The East Bay continues to...
Major Weekend Closure on California's US-101 Connector in San Francisco for Urgent Repair Work
San Francisco drivers, be prepared for major delays this weekend as the northbound US-101 connector to the Central Freeway is closed for emergency barrier repairs. The closure will last until 5 AM on Monday, October 7.
Notre Dame vs. Stanford: Early point spread released for Legends Trophy game, How to Watch
Notre Dame and Stanford will renew their rivalry matchup next week in South Bend, marking their 27th meeting in the last 28 years. The early point spread has been released for the battle for the Legends Trophy. Notre Dame opened as a 21.5-point favorite over the Cardinal, according to FanDuel. The over-under also opened at […] The post Notre Dame vs. Stanford: Early point spread released for Legends Trophy game, How to Watch appeared first on On3.
Bay Area synagogues prepare for anniversary of Oct. 7 Hamas attack on Israel
As the one-year anniversary of the Oct. 7 Hamas attack on Israel fast approaches, federal agencees are warning it could fuel violence."We're paying attention to security needs all year long. And, of course, they're usually heightened at the high holidays. And given the anniversary of Oct. 7, even more so," said Joy Sisisky, CEO of the Jewish Community Federation and Endowment Fund, which manages community security across Northern California. "Even though there are no specific or credible threats, we're always worried about lone actors."In a joint statement, the FBI and Department of Homeland Security said the anniversary could be a...
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