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No. 24 Georgi Romanov: Makes the Cut
Another player that might not have made Fear the Fin's Top 25 San Jose Sharks Prospects Under 25 list if it weren't for some last-minute trades is Georgi Romanov. But with the trades, the Russian ...
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From CalMatters...
More Extreme Heat + More People = Danger in These California Cities. ‘Will It Get as Hot as Death Valley?’
Inland communities with big population booms will experience the most extreme heat days under climate change projections. The combination puts more people at risk — and many cities are unprepared.
From The Mercury News...
Positive Rabies Test in Santa Cruz
On September 3, the Santa Cruz County Health Services Agency reported a bat discovered in Soquel had tested positive for rabies.
San Jose Starts Columbus Park Homeless Camp Clearing
Following the direction of the Federal Aviation Commission, the City of San Jose began clearing a homeless encampment from under a flight path serving San Jose Mineta International Airport.
From https://www.sacbee.com/news/california/fires/article291844345.html...
CalFire Deploys New Air Tanker
CalFire received the first of five planes promised by the federal government, a former Coast Guard C-130 Hercules air tanker.
California Emergency Alerts Warn You About Fires and Extreme Weather. How to Sign Up in Your County
Early warning systems save lives during disasters, but a recent FEMA survey found that only a third of people are signed up. Use this resource to find your county’s emergency alert sign-up page.
Understaffing Persists at Los Gatos Police Department
Efforts to increase staffing to the budgeted positions continue to fall short.
From Palo Alto Online...
Rabid Bat Reported in Palo Alto
The Santa Clara County Public Health reported a dead rabid bat was found near downtown Palo Alto on August 13.
Blight Increases in San Jose
A look at the burned down, boarded up and deserted properties increasing urban blight in San Jose.
Dangerous Herbicide Used on California Crops Banned
The chemical, used for decades, can harm babies’ developing brains. Farmworkers and people living near fields are most at risk. The EPA issued a rare emergency order.
Bike Lanes Spur Parking Changes on El Camino Real
The City of Palo Alto is working out how to shift parking to accommodate bike lanes on El Camino Real.
COVID Surging Locally
Testing of wastewater shows sharp increases of COVID circulating in Santa Clara County.
California Battles Onslaught of Wildfires With Help From Mutual Aid: ‘More Resources Than Rest of US Combined’
So many intense wildfires all at once require an intricate chess game for maneuvering firefighters and equipment around the U.S.
A Soil Fungus That Can Kill Is on the Rise in California: What to Know About Valley Fever
About 80 Californians die every year after contracting Valley fever, a fungal disease that typically affects the lungs. A recent outbreak was traced to a music festival in Kern County.
Arson Suspected in Santa Cruz Mountain Fires
Arson is the suspected cause of four Santa Cruz Mountain fires over 11 days.
All the Ways People Start CA Wildfires
Whether they mean to or not, people are responsible for about 95% of the state’s wildfires. While arson accounts for about 10% of the fires, others can start in a myriad of ways.
From Los Altos Town Crier...
Los Alto Hills Residents Urged to Create and Maintain Defensible Spaces
The Los Altos Hills County Fire District is urging residents to take steps to create and maintain defensible spaces around their homes.
Pesticide Spraying in San Jose and Unincorporated Areas to Combat West Nile
Following the confirmation of West Nile virus in tested mosquitos, pesticide spraying was ordered for neighborhoods in the 95111, 95112, 95121 and 95122 zip codes in San Jose and unincorporated Santa Clara Valley.
Newsom Set an Ambitious Goal to Launch 500,000 Californians Into New Careers. Many Are Firefighters
In his 2018 campaign, Gov. Gavin Newsom said he would create 500,000 new apprenticeships in the decade after taking office. So far, the state has registered more than 180,000 new apprenticeships. Many of them are firefighters.
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 The Sacramento Bee...
West Nile Cases in Yuba and Stanislaus Counties
The first two human cases of West Nile virus this season were reported in Yuba and Stanislaus Counties.
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
State Farm Wants to Raise Rates
Following an increase in homeowner insurance rates earlier this year, State Farm is seeking regulator approval to raise rates again for 1.2 million California home insurance policy holders.
Drinking Water of Almost a Million Californians Failed to Meet State Requirements
Almost 400 suppliers, two-thirds in communities of color, don’t 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.
MidPen Moving Forward With Highway 17 Crossing
The Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District board voted to move forward with a $38 project to provide a safe crossing of Highway 17 near the Lexington Resrvoir for both people and wildlife.
Concerns Expressed About Proposed Saratoga Housing
A proposed new housing development of 25 single-family homes on a 72.45 acre site on Pierce Road has raised concerns from local residents about traffic and blocked wildfire evacuation routes.
Gilroy Sales Tax Measure Approved for November Ballot
In their June 17 meeting, the Gilroy City Council voted 6-1 to put a 1/4 cent sales tax on the November ballot to fund increased fire and police staffing.
El Camino Bike Lanes Approved
In its June 18 meeting, the Palo Alto City Council approved a plan for the addition of bike lanes on El Camino Real.
Active Fire Season Forecasted
With multiple fires already burning in the state, forecasters predict the coming fire season will be "very active."
Earthquake Shakes Eastern Santa Clara Valley
A June 15 magnitude 3.1 earthquake centered east of San Jose and north east of Morgan Hill shook the area briefly at 11:29 PM.
COVID Surging in California
More COVID cases are being reported and Santa Clara County wastewater samples show increasing virus levels.
Mountain Lion Reported in San Jose
A mountain lion sighting was reported near Happy Hollow Park and Zoo and Kelley Park on Senter Road in San Jose on June 6.
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