The U.S. Drought Monitor shows that only 0.32 percent of the state is now under “Extreme Drought” conditions, with 45.68 percent in “Severe Drought”, as of January 10, 2023. The rest of the state is either under “Moderate Drought”, or out of drought and classified as “Abnormally Dry”, with 4.62 percent of the state now classified as such. This is a huge change from the data gathered only last week, on January 3, where 27....
For Joaquin, a well-muscled young man from Puebla, southeast of Mexico City, the California Dream can be found at the intersection of San Gabriel Boulevard and Garvey Avenue in the fast-growing town of Rosemead, east of downtown Los Angeles. Like most of the men who gather there, Joaquin is an illegal immigrant seeking work as a day laborer. Like them, he will probably settle for an off-the-books job mowing grass or doing construction work for $5 an hour....
On Monday, 14 protesters were arrested after a group of demonstrators chained themselves to the gate of Newsom’s Fair Oaks property, demanding the governor force the release of immigration detainees in the state over fears they could contract COVID-19. However, in a Friday report shared in advance with Newsweek, demonstrators say they themselves, as well as others booked in at the Sacramento County Jail, were put at risk of contracting coronavirus after being forced to endure unsanitary and unsafe conditions....
According to data released by the California Department of Education, overall enrollment across public schools in the state decreased from 6,163,001 in 2019-2020 to 6,002,523 in 2020-2021, which was a drop of more than 160,000 students, or 2.6 percent. This 2.6-percent decrease in enrollment is the largest the state has seen over the past 20 years, according to data compiled by EdSource. The decline reported this year greatly surpassed a nearly 1-percent decline in enrollment from 2008 to 2009, as noted by EdSource....
The rally-goers were posting banners in support of the recall onto chain-link fences on the Coleman pedestrian overpass at about 3:20 p.m. local time when the suspect—a man in his late 20’s or early 30’s—began cutting down the banners with a knife, the San Rafael Police Department said in a press release. The victim, who was not identified by police, confronted him, and the two men began to argue and push each other, police said....
Data posted on the national wildfire incident system, InciWeb, shows that the Dixie Fire has burned 725,822 acres and is currently 40 percent contained. The Dixie Fire has grown by nearly 25,000 acres over the past weekend as on Friday, officials with the California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (Cal Fire) said that it burned at least 700,630 acres. In an update for the Dixie Fire’s West Zone on Sunday, Cal Fire officials said “Northern California has experienced large fire activity and will likely experience an extended fire season....
The California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection, also known as Cal Fire, announced Friday the wildfire has grown to 700,630 acres—an increase of roughly 20,000 acres in one day. The blaze, which began in the northern Sierra Nevada on July 14, is just 35 percent contained. Officials do not have an estimated full containment date, stating that it depends on weather and fire conditions. Cal Fire said Friday that 652 single residences and eight multiple residencies have been torched by the Dixie Fire....
Jennifer Gloria Walker, a resident of the city, was detained by officers from the local police department on Tuesday afternoon after being accused of licking groceries in the Safeway on Johnson Lane. It comes as U.S. citizens are being urged to practice proper hygiene during the COVID-19 outbreak. Officers who arrived at the scene found the suspect still in the store with a shopping cart full of items. The investigation found the woman had no means of paying for them....
NEWSWEEK: It’s been nearly 140 years since Abraham Lincoln died, but you write that he matters now more than ever. Why? Mario Cuomo: The clarity of mind and expression that has made Lincoln popular with Democrats and Republicans for all the time since he was martyred in 1865 is desperately needed, and it is available. We appear to lack a large overarching philosophy of government on both the Republican and Democratic sides....
White House aides didn’t take offense at the arrogance of Inman’s debut. That’s because he gives the administration a fresh start at the Pentagon, where military leaders remain deeply suspicious of Clinton. Inman is one of their own–the first ex-uniformed officer since George C. Marshall to head the Defense Department. His style is a radical contrast to that of the rumpled, discursive Les Aspin. Lean and self-effacing, Inman is a crisply efficient technocrat with a knack for ingratiation....
The television network announced Wednesday that it would be hosting the president’s town hall event after he pulled out of the second presidential debate. The time slot conflicts with Biden’s own town hall event, hosted by ABC. Trump’s town hall event will be helmed by NBC News Today anchor Savannah Guthrie, while Biden’s will be chaired by ABC News chief anchor George Stephanopoulos. Both are scheduled to air today at 8:00 p....
The Panthers quarterback, who has dealt with a nagging foot injury and missed the team’s last five games, traveled to Green Bay, Wisconsin, Friday to visit foot specialist Dr. Robert Anderson, the team announced. Carolina ruled Newton out of its Week 9 home game against the Titans earlier this week. “I spent a long time speaking with Cam this week and he’s done everything he possibly can in his rehab process to get his foot to 100 percent,” general manager Marty Hurney said in a release....
But instead of opening a fancy restaurant using his C1N logo, he’s rolling out a funky new food truck covered in murals of, well, himself doing his signature “Superman” and “first down” poses Panthers fans have come to love. “Believe me when I say, this is NOT just your average food truck. But you knew that already,” Newton said on Instagram. “Without further adieu I present to you, Smokin’ Aces!...
Many moons ago, now free-agent quarterback Cam Newton co-starred in a hilarious commercial for the NFL’s “Play 60” campaign, a league initiative urging kids to go out and play for an hour a day. The commercial lived on in the pantheon of legitimately funny commercials starring athletes — and now it’s resurfaced in the wake of Newton’s release. New England cutting Newton sparked memories and got hamster wheels turning on Tuesday, with the commercial once again resurfacing, with some jovially identifying the Play 60 Kid as Mac Jones — the quarterback taking Newton’s place under center in New England....
The Panthers quarterback donned gold cleats with foxtails above the heel during warmups before the Panthers’ Thursday night game against the Saints at Bank of America Stadium. MORE: Cam on camera: Starpower and style Newton has donned foxtails before, usually as an accessory to his colorful postgame suits. These particular cleats match the audacious pants he wore during Super Bowl week last season. He has said that since Native Americans wore clothing made from animal skins — with the belief they could absorb some of the animals’ power — he hopes the elusiveness and craftiness of the fox would transfer to him....
After 14 NHL seasons, Ward announced his retirement Wednesday. To finish his career, the 35-year-old netminder signed a one-day deal with the Carolina Hurricanes. He played 13 of his 14 years with Carolina, winning a Stanley Cup with the team in 2006, and also had a memorable impact on the Raleigh community. “Cam was a cornerstone for this organization for more than a decade,” general manager Don Waddell said in a news release....
Four-time AFCON winners Cameroon looked to be heading for a shock defeat to competition debutants Guinea-Bissau until Ngadeu-Ngadjui added to Sebastien Siani’s equaliser to put Hugo Broos’ team two points clear at the top of the pool with one game left. Guinea-Bissau took the lead after 13 minutes when Piqueti brilliantly surged from inside his own half and beat three players before slamming the ball beyond Fabrice Ondoa in the Cameroon goal....
Allergies Symptoms Allergy symptoms depend on the trigger, or allergen. Your body produces a chemical known as histamine, which is responsible for the reactions you experience. Symptoms of allergies can include: Sneezing Runny nose Itchy eyes Headache Sore throat Wheezing Coughing Fatigue Nausea and diarrhea (can occur in some food allergies) Skin rash Hay Fever Symptoms Hay fever, also known as allergic rhinitis, is caused by an allergic reaction to allergens like pollen, mold, dust mites, and furs and feathers from animals....
It’s important to note that individual blood donation organizations, as well as different countries, have different requirements, and it can take a little research to know if you are eligible. When can people who have had cancer donate blood, when can they not, and what are the reasons behind this? Reasons for Blood Donation Restrictions Before discussing the guidelines for blood donation after cancer, it’s important to discuss the reasons why donating may not be allowed or advisable....
I HAVE been familiar with the inconveniences of being recognized, as well as the occasional inequities–getting attention for things that would go unnoticed in other people’s lives. I’ve also experienced some of the perks: good seating in restaurants or complimentary tickets to shows, for example. And I’ve been known to occasionally complain about the negatives while enjoying the advantages. But I was blissfully unaware of what seems evident now. Apparently, fame allows you to dangle a tiny baby over a hotel balcony, four stories up, in front of the entire world, without anyone intervening....
