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Santa Clara County Prepares for Rising Temperatures
Bay Area folks, it’s going to be hot this week. The National Weather Service has issued an Excessive Heat Warning for the Bay Area that started Monday. In response, the Santa Clara County Office of Emergency Management is calling on residents to take critical precautions as the region braces for an intense heat wave.
More than 165 'Artists for Kamala' auction their work in support of Harris
The bidding has begun. Leading contemporary artists including Carrie Mae Weems, Judy Chicago, Jeff Koons and Shepard Fairey have donated works for an auction intended to raise money for Kamala Harris’ campaign for president. Many of the works that have been donated will remain open for bidding through Oct....
Mayor Ashcraft: Keep the Water Flowing! Protect Yourself From COVID!
In March 2020, Governor Gavin Newsroom declared a State of Emergency in California in response to the COVID-19 pandemic, and in April issued an Executive Order imposing a state-wide moratorium on water service terminations. In response to the Governor’s directives, East Bay Municipal Utility District ( EBMUD ), the City of Alameda’s water and sewage treatment services provider, stopped terminating water service for non-payment of bills.
City Neighborhoods and Suburbs of Major Metropolitans Thrive Post-Pandemic, Square Data Finds
OAKLAND, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Oct 2, 2024-- Since the pandemic, major metropolitans have changed due to factors like the ‘Great Reshuffle,’ remote and hybrid work, and rises in cost of living, among others. While most downtowns haven’t returned to pre-pandemic levels of economic activity, new Square data shows neighborhoods and suburbs outside of dense city centers are thriving, helping fuel local economies. This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20241002881488/en/ Square analysis of millions of restaurant transactions in the selected zip codes in New York City (Graphic: Square)
SFMTA approves new RV parking restrictions
The San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency Board of Directors on Tuesday approved a measure that would allow parking officials to tow RVs violating overnight parking restrictions in certain areas of The City without a warrant if the oversized vehicles’ occupants refuse offers of shelter, housing and services. The board voted 6-1 to implement Mayor London Breed’s measure following two hours of public comment and amid vocal opposition from RV residents — many of whom say they have struggled to afford housing or access shelters in...
Alameda Health System Receives Grant to Make Patient House Calls
Alameda Health System (AHS) has received a new grant that will help doctors offer home visits to patients. House calls are a model of care most often associated with old-fashioned or luxury health care, but the benefits may be most impactful when applied to vulnerable populations who may not have reliable transportation to and from doctor’s appointments.
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