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To save spotted owls, US officials plan to kill hundreds of thousands of another owl species
To save the imperiled spotted owl from potential extinction, U.S. wildlife officials are embracing a contentious plan to deploy trained shooters into dense West Coast forests to kill almost a half-million barred owls that are crowding out their cousins.
Kirk Cameron joins Hollywood exodus leaving California
Actor Kirk Cameron announced Wednesday that he has left California and moved to Tennessee, adding to the list of Hollywood stars fleeing the Golden State. The born-and-raised Californian and Growing Pains star told the Washington Examiner that he started thinking “seriously” about moving in the past three to five years, particularly during the COVID-19 pandemic […]
California to mandate statewide water restrictions up to nearly 40% in some cities
The State Water Resources Control Board on Wednesday approved a policy that could force some municipal water suppliers to reduce the amount of water they provide by close to 40% over the next 15 years. If suppliers and their customers don't reduce water use, the districts could be fined up...
Foes of California's electric car targets take their case to US Supreme Court
LOS ANGELES (Reuters) - Opponents of California's ambitious targets for electric car adoption to lower greenhouse gas emissions took their case to the U.S. Supreme Court this week, the latest salvo against the state's campaign to fight climate change.
FACT CHECK: False Gavin Newsom ad about how 'kids' die running on X
(The Center Square) - California Gov. Gavin Newsom's super PAC "Campaign for Democracy" is running an ad on X, formerly known as Twitter, that reads, "Guns are the number one killer of kids. Not cancer. Not car accidents. GUNS." The claim is false for most Americans. It is true that firearms are the number one killer of kids according to Centers for Disease Control data if you include adult 18-...
Vehicle crashes into apartment complex in Fair Oaks, no injuries reported
FAIR OAKS, Calif. — A car crashed into a three-story apartment complex Thursday morning in Fair Oaks. Emergency medical services were dispatched around 11:41 a.m. to Gastman Way west of Sunrise Boulevard. No injuries were reported and the building had minor damage with three studs pushed out of place,...
Exciting talent, impactful performances planned at Harris Center
FOLSOM — Harris Center for the Arts has announced its Harris Center Presents 2024-25 season of internationally acclaimed concerts and performances. Detailed information on each event, including the Broadway Series highlighted in an earlier article, can be found at HarrisCenter.net.
Folsom Pro Rodeo returns amid extreme heat wave
FOLSOM, Calif. — The Folsom Pro Rodeo kicks off Wednesday night. It's a tradition that’s brought entertainment to the community for more than 60 years. The first night of the rodeo falls in the middle of a heat wave, and organizers are preparing to make sure guests and animals stay cool. They're offering complementary water and sunscreen.
Creativity in the Capital: Aaron Carnes and Mendes on underground music scenes and DIY movements to self-discovery
Writer Aaron Carnes fights for the music he believes in. It’s a very niche genre and a necessary fight. His tactics come in the form of his book and podcast called “In Defense of Ska.” The book explores the history of ska as it travels from its roots in Jamaica to the United Kingdom, to the States and explores where it has gone and will go next.
Sacramento Kings Stand Firm on Keeping Keegan Murray Amid Trade Rumors
The Sacramento Kings have declared Keegan Murray unavailable in trade talks despite fan pressure for a significant change after missing the playoffs. Murray's sophomore season showed improvement, but questions remain about his All-Star potential as his three-point percentage declined. Murray made 206 three-pointers in his first year, becoming the all-time...
California Diversity Awards Celebrates Achievements and Highlight Growth of Diverse Small Businesses
The California African American Chamber of Commerce, the CalAsian Chamber of Commerce and Hispanic Chambers of Commerce hosted their third Annual Diversity Awards on June 27 in Sacramento. The awards luncheon celebrated corporate, legislative, and business leaders who are champions of small diverse businesses in California. The program also featured...
Sacramento Valley Braces for Extreme Independence Day Heat Wave with Temperatures Soaring Above 110 Degrees
The National Weather Service (NWS) in Sacramento has issued an Excessive Heat Warning for the Sacramento Valley, Delta, and foothills through Tuesday at 11 PM, ensuring a sweltering Independence Day weekend. The NWS also advises of "widespread Major to Extreme HeatRisk into the middle of next week," affecting outdoor holiday plans and posing serious health and safety concerns. Californians are urged to prepare for soaring temperatures as parts of the state brace to endure the scorching weather that could easily crack the 110-degree mark.
Sacramento Native Serves Aboard USS George Washington
SACRAMENTO, CA (MPG) - Quartermaster 3rd Class Theresa K. Ulbera, from Sacramento, California, assigned to navigation department, raises a flag aboard Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS George Washington (CVN 73) while underway in the Pacific Ocean, June 18, 2024. George Washington is deployed as part of Southern Seas 2024 which seeks to enhance capability, improve interoperability, and strengthen maritime partnerships with countries throughout the U.S. Southern Command area of responsibility through joint, multinational, and interagency exchanges and cooperation. U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Apprentice Roselia Garcia.
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