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California is facing a dangerous and prolonged heatwave, threatening to scorch Bakersfield and Kern County throughout the Independence Day holiday and beyond. The National Weather Service (NWS) has issued an Excessive Heat Warning from July 2nd, potentially extending through the following weekend, with temperatures soaring 15 degrees above normal, exceeding a scorching 110 degrees Fahrenheit. … Read more

A familiar sight in La Cañada-Flintridge, Pasadena, and Altadena, a black bear known as Bear 162 has met a tragic end. The California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW) made the difficult decision to euthanize the bear after it repeatedly entered homes in the area. Bear 162, a favorite among locals (including our Morning Edition … Read more

A recent addition to the Los Angeles luxury real estate market has generated a surprising amount of buzz, though not entirely for positive reasons. The sprawling residence of an undisclosed A-list actress has been listed for a cool $4 million, but online discourse reveals a less-than-enthusiastic reception from potential high-end buyers according to the source … Read more

The San Francisco Police Department (SFPD) is at the forefront of a new initiative aimed at combating the city’s ongoing fentanyl crisis. They will become the first department in the nation to pilot a new device capable of detecting recent fentanyl use through saliva samples collected in the field. This program follows Mayor Breed’s directive … Read more

Craving a juicy burger in San Francisco? Look no further! The city offers a diverse selection of restaurants serving up mouthwatering burgers, from classic joints to trendy spots with gourmet ingredients. Here’s a quick guide to whet your appetite covered by the official source sftravel Marlowe. This is a local favorite known for its iconic … Read more

Hurricane season has sprung to life in the Atlantic with the formation of Beryl, the first named storm of 2024. Packing winds of 75 mph, Beryl is quickly gaining strength and forecasters warn it could reach “dangerous major hurricane” status as it barrels towards the Caribbean islands. Beryl is currently churning east of the Caribbean, … Read more

New York City’s vibrant restaurant scene has been tarnished by a string of armed robberies that have left diners rattled and police scrambling for answers. In a span of less than a month, three separate incidents have occurred at popular eateries in Williamsburg and Greenwich Village, raising concerns about the safety of patrons and prompting … Read more

Animal lovers in Miami-Dade County will need to hold off on surrendering pets for a while. Miami-Dade County Animal Services (MDAS) is facing a critical overcrowding situation and will be closed to animal intake from June 22nd to July 10th as per the source miamidade This temporary closure is essential to ensure the well-being of … Read more

In a move that has stirred up controversy, the state of Florida has passed a new law allowing residents to hunt and shoot bears. The legislation, which has been met with both praise and criticism, aims to address the growing issue of bear-human encounters in the state. Proponents of the law argue that it is … Read more

Florida-Friendly Landscaping™ (FFL), a program under the University of Florida Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences (UF/IFAS), has introduced a new accolade aimed at recognizing homeowners dedicated to environmental conservation. The “Florida-Friendly Landscaping™ Natural recognition” award celebrates individuals who cultivate and maintain landscapes designed to safeguard Florida’s water and natural resources. As per blogs.ifas.ufl.edu Unlike … Read more