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Californians to face step fines for violating water orders under new legislation
California lawmakers late Friday approved a massive increase in fines for water scofflaws after ranchers intentionally defied state orders and pumped water from the drought-plagued Shasta River for eight days. Two years ago, state officials imposed the maximum fine allowed under law -- $4,000, or roughly $50 pe rancher, causing outrage among tribes and conservationists. The river provides vital habitat for salmon, and California was experiencing its driest three-year stretch on record. The new legislation, which is now awaiting Gov. Gavin Newsom's signature, would double daily fines for water rights holders who commit minor violations. Those violating curtailment orders could face fines...
Grocery prices reportedly start to fall in California, restaurant prices up
Grocery prices are starting to drop in California’s most populated areas, but it’s costing more to eat out, according to the Consumer Price Index. Prices down in Los Angeles, nearby cities The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, which released CPI reports, reported that prices for fruit and vegetables fell 3.5% from July 2023 to...
How to avoid heat-related illness during the heat wave in Northern California
SACRAMENTO, Calif. — Northern California residents are gearing up for a heat wave at the start of September. The triple-digit heat could put people at risk of heat-related illness. Kaiser Permanente Emergency Department Chief Andrew Elms said during heat waves, they typically see an increase in heat-related illnesses, so...
Community college financial aid applications are down as deadline looms
Tuesday at 11:59 p.m. is the deadline for California community college students to submit applications for Cal Grant awards. College financial aid applications are down by the tens of thousands across the state this year after the U.S. Department of Education's roll out of a new application form last winter was plagued by...
You might hear increased gunshot noises in the Central Valley: here’s why
FRESNO COUNTY, Calif. (KSEE/KGPE) – Some officials across the Central Valley have warned residents that they might hear an increase in gunshots, especially in the rural areas of the counties. This is because of the dove season. In California, Dove hunting season begins on Sept. 1 and goes through Sept. 15, according to the California […]
Wilk’s Bill To Help Relieve Overcrowded Animal Shelters Headed To The Governor’s Desk On
Friday, Senator Scott Wilk, R-Santa Clarita, announced his bill to expand access to low- and no-cost spay/neuter services has successfully passed both the Senate and Assembly and is now headed to the governor for approval. “One of the leading causes of heartbreaking euthanasia in our shelters is the shortage of veterinarians trained in efficient spay ...
This California college beat Ivy Leagues to be named second best in the nation
The second-best college nationwide isn’t an Ivy League, and it’s right in California. Forbes recently released its annual list of America’s top colleges, ranking 500 schools to highlight which “offer the best educational, financial and career outcomes for all students.” ...
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