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Chris Krohnâs Republican Nation Convention Coverage Part 2 â Talk of the Bay
How has the attempted assassination on former President Donald Trumpâs life affected delegates at this convention? Chris Krohn and Isabel OâMalley-Krohn confront several Republican delegates to ta...
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From CalMatters...
CA Indoor Heat Rule Put on Fast Track
After years of delay, a new California regulation to protect indoor workers from extreme heat is now in effect.
From Monterey Herald...
COE Responds to Civil Grand Jury Report
The Monterey County Office of Education has responded to the Monterey County Civil Grand Jury report, titled âFentanyl: Our Youth in Crisis.â
Gavin Newsom Says Never Mind on CA Crime Measure
Assemblymember James Gallagher speaks during the floor session at the state Capitol in Sacramento on June 13, 2024. Photo by Cristian Gonzalez for CalMatters
Monterey County Health Grand Jury Response Released
The response to the Monterey County Grand Jury findings and recommendations about the Monterey County Health Department has been released.
CPUC Grants to Fund Central Coast Broadband Expansion
The Monterey Bay Economic Partnership announced $45 million in California Public Utilities Commission grants to three local Internet Service Providers to expand broadband to unserved areas.
Drinking Water of Almost a Million Californians Failed to Meet State Requirements
Almost 400 suppliers, two-thirds in communities of color, donât meet safety and reliability standards. Fixing them would cost billions.
From Los Angeles Times...
90,000 Acres Burned So Far
Before the first official day of summer, almost 90,000 acres have been burned in California wildfires.
Active Fire Season Forecasted
With multiple fires already burning in the state, forecasters predict the coming fire season will be "very active."
From SF Gate...
Great White Sharks Return to Santa Cruz
Young Great White sharks are convening in the warm waters of Soquel Cove off Seacliff State Beach between Capitola and Rio Del Mar.
Big Sur Highway 1 Convoys Open to the Public
CalTrans announced convoys through the Rocky Creek slip-out on Highway 1 are open to the general public twice daily at 7-8AM and 5-6PM.
Highway 1 Repair On Track
CalTrans continues to work toward a May 27 reopening of Highway 1 at the Rocky Creek slip-out.
Fireworks Coming to Seaside November Ballot
In its April 18 meeting, the Seaside City Council voted to put a measure to ban fireworks on the November ballot.
Rocky Creek Focuses on Stabilizing Roadway
CalTrans is concentrating work on stabilizing the edge of the lane at the location of the slip-out with a goal of installing a temporary stoplight so one-way traffic can resume.
Two Rare Tornadoes Seen in Central California
A tornado stuck Kings county briefly, and another touched down in Madera county, as favorable conditions came together during a powerful winter storm which swept the region.
Study Finds Almost 50% of San Francisco Drug Users Not Residents
A report of a 12 month study which ended in February indicates almost half of those cited for drug usage were not residents of the city, leading to questions about city approaches to drug addiction.
Monterey County Transitions to New Emergency Alert System in March
Those signed up for alerts with the current system will be transitioned to the new system as part of the process. Officials note integration with County GIS map platform as key benefit of new system.
From San Joaquin Valley Sun...
Appeals Court Temporarily Reinstates Calif. Background Checks for Ammo Purchases
Californiaâs law that requires background checks when purchasing ammunition is back in place.
From Daily Democrat...
Some Experts Are Proposing a Category 6 Storm Rating
A handful of super powerful tropical storms in the last decade and the prospect of more to come has a couple of experts proposing a new category of whopper hurricanes: Category 6.
L.A.âs Flood-Control System Survived Epic Storm. But Itâs Losing the Battle With Climate Change
Los Angeles County flood control network withstands punishing rainsâfor now.
The Terrifying Forces That Created a California Monster Storm
The storm fed off of unusually warm waters as it grew. It also reached âbomb cycloneâ status as it neared California.
Monterey Sidewalk Repairs Underway
Sidewalk repairs, which in many cases are the responsibility of adjacent property owners, are happening in Monterey to reduce tripping hazards and clean up uplifts caused by trees roots and wear over time.
Shasta County Supervisors Vote to Allow Concealed Weapons in Local Government Buildings
The Shasta County Board of Supervisors voted to allow guns in local government buildings, defying California law.
New USGS Map Shows California Is at High Risk for Damaging Earthquakes
An updated earthquake hazard map from USGS shows a high shaking risk in California.
âThousand-Year Stormâ Leaves San Diego Reeling From Punishing Rainfall, Floods
Hundreds of San Diego homes and businesses were damaged or ruined in devastating floods after punishing rainfall fell on Jan. 22.
The 1994 Northridge Quake Was a Shock. Hereâs Why the Next One Wonât Be
Our understanding and preparedness have come a long way since Southern Californiaâs magnitude 6.7 earthquake in 1994. Weâre still learning from that destructive temblor.
LAPD Chief Announces Departure at End of February
Michel Moore, chief of the Los Angeles Police Department, announced he will resign. The departure of Moore, who has been in the job since 2018, will spur the appointment of an interim chief and a nationwide search for his replacement, according to Mayor Karen Bass.
From Sacramento Bee...
SCOTUS to Hear Case with Major Implications for Homeless
The U.S. Supreme Court has agreed to hear a case related to whether cities and towns can ban camping on public property. The high court could overturn Martin v. Boise, a 2018 federal court decision that keeps western cities and counties from blocking public camping when sufficient shelter space is unavailable.
From LAist...
Hate Crimes Rising in Los Angeles
Cal State San Bernardinoâs Center for the Study of Hate & Extremism found that hate crimes rose 12.9% between 2022 and 2023. The spike follows a particularly stark increase in crimes against Jewish people.
Kinder, Gentler Prison Guards Key to Newsom San Quentin Reform Plan
California correctional officers train like âthey are going to warâ to work in state prisons. Gov. Gavin Newsomâs plan to transform San Quentin could require a kinder approach.
WWII-Era Dump Site Found Off LA Coast
Munition boxes, depth charges and smoke floats have been found 3,000 feet underwater off the coast of Los Angeles. More than 100 square miles of ocean might be contaminated.
From SFGate...
Snow Shortage Followed by Potential Whiteout in Sierras
Heavy snow is projected in the Sierra Nevada mountains. Previously, warmer storms had been bringing precipitation mainly to higher elevations in the Sierras.
Repairing Sidewalks Can Cost Property Owners Big in California
California state law dictates that property owners are responsible for repairing damaged sidewalks. In Sacramento, this has left some owners facing bills of thousands of dollars or tax assessments from the city.
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