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Newsom pulls California crime ballot measure a day after touting it as ‘critical step’
California Democrats were set to vote Wednesday on an anti-crime measure that Gov. Gavin Newsom (D) hoped would combat a Republican-backed one that will be on the ballot in the state this fall, but Democrats reversed course at the last second, halting the effort. Newsom held up his proposed ballot measure as a “critical step”…
Jodi House Will Use $825,000 State Grant to Enhance Services
The California Department of Rehabilitation (DOR) on June 21 announced its intent to award Jodi House an $825,000 grant to provide support services that improve the quality of life for individuals with Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI). Jodi House is one of only seven awardees statewide to receive this grant funding...
Pacific Gas & Electric says grid holding stable so far
It’s an all hands on deck approach to the current heatwave in California; and that includes PG&E. On Wednesday, the utility giant provided a briefing from its emergency operations center in Vacaville. PG&E Meteorologist Scott Strenfel said the extreme heat smothering California could set new temperature records. "What we're...
MINT volunteers work to open cooling shelter in Grants Pass
GRANTS PASS, Ore. – Independence Day marks the opening of some of the region’s cooling shelters. Josephine County’s cooling shelter opens Thursday at Parker’s Place in Grants Pass – and it’s run by volunteers with the Mobile Integrative Navigation Team (MINT). MINT’s mission is...
Judge dismisses charges against man married to missing Redding woman
SHASTA COUNTY, Calif. - A Shasta County judge has dismissed the charges involving Tyler Scott McCain due to a lack of evidence. Corporal injury to spouse, cohabitant or child's parent. False imprisonment by violence. Criminal threats. Assault by means of force likely to produce great bodily injury. McCain was in...
Forward progress stopped on Dersch Fire, evacuations lifted
SHASTA COUNTY, Calif. — Forward progress have been stopped on the Dersch Fire, burning between Anderson and Shingletown, according to Cal Fire. Additionally, all evacuation orders have been lifted, the Shasta County Sheriff's Office (SCSO) says. The vegetation fire ignited near Dersch Road and Ash Creek Road before 11:45...
Redding Freedom Festival 2024 was a booming success!
REDDING, Calif. — A huge crowd gathered to celebrate Independence Day in Redding Thursday night. The evening was filled with food, music, and delicious shaved ice to help keep people cool as the sun began to set. The spectacular fireworks display started around 10 p.m., dazzling the crowd gathered...
Ukiah Corner Gallery’s Young Artist Wall features artwork of Tiby Owen and Marin Lake
Tiby Owen and Marin Lake, a couple of Ukiah High School’s most recent graduates, are planning to pair up to show their artwork on the Corner Gallery’s Young Artist wall for the months of July and August. The longtime friends previously participated in Art Center Ukiah’s April “Dreams...
Avelo soon to depart Redding for good, but Supervisor hopes to restore flights
REDDING, Calif. — District 5 Shasta County Supervisor Chris Kelstrom is adamant about restoring Avelo Airlines' services to generate tourism dollars. He says he'll do everything he can to return the airline to the Redding Regional Airport. Avelo's last flight out of Redding is set for August 26 because...
Nonprofit Brings Free Dental, Medical Clinic to Humboldt
Tom Lewis has been a dentist for more than 50 years and has seen countless patients, but that one still stands out in his mind. The man in his mid-40s showed up first thing in the morning at the clinic in Sacramento with his two teenage daughters. A contractor and single father, the man said he'd paid for his daughters' dental care out of pocket but couldn't afford his own, which was fine until one tooth started hurting — aching at first, then becoming an ever-present pain that was "killing him." Lewis said he was serving as the triage dentist at intake and quickly identified the problem, said they could get it out quickly and told the man to stand by for an extraction, which Lewis later performed himself and said went "uneventfully."
Cheryl Kempner talks about Ashland’s First Friday Art Walk on Sunrise
ASHLAND, Ore — For the past 30 years, the first Friday of the month has been a time to celebrate all things art on the streets of Ashland. The First Friday Art Walk features an array of visual delights, intimate musical performances, and tasty treats. Each stop on the Art Walk sees about 100 or more visitors in a three-hour span. The Ashland Gallery Association (AGA) consists of a collection of art galleries, studios, individual artists, and associates. the AGA promotes the city of Ashland as an attractive art destination. Cheryl Kempner is a potter who dabbles in reclaimed scrap metal sculpting, and also serves as the treasurer for the AGA. Kempner joined Marcus Veal on Sunrise this morning to talk about the First Friday Art Walk.
Curtain Call: Rogue Theater Company comedy opens July 17
‘Stones in His Pockets’ is a ‘Mt. Everest climb’ for actor Ray Porter — sign him up. Ray Porter describes what went through his mind when Rogue Theater Company Artistic Director Jessica Sage asked him if he wanted to do “Stones in His Pockets” with his pal, Dan Donohue.
Thousands march in Ashland during annual 4th of July parade
The July 4th parade is a staple for locals and travelers alike, who gather along the mile-long route in downtown to see tradition come to life. Red, white and blue regalia flanked Siskiyou Boulevard while decked-out 1940s and ‘50s automobiles carried a costumed Abe Lincoln, Ashland’s Kid Mayor Avalon Gerk, State Representative Pam Marsh, and many more.
The Shelly Fire has grown to 313 acres
SISKIYOU CO., CA- The Shelly Fire, burning near Shelly Lake and the Pacific Crest Trail in the Klamath National Forest, has now grown to 313 acres. The fire began just before 1:30 pm Wednesday and is currently 0% contained. According to the Klamath National Forest, higher fire activity was seen until around 2:30 Thursday morning.
Most evacuation orders lifted as crews continue battling Northern California wildfire
Thousands of people ordered to evacuate during a Northern California wildfire were allowed to return home Thursday afternoon as crews continued battling flames amid scorching heat, officials said.
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