Day: February 18, 2024

California

California Launches Free Behavioral Health Apps for Children, Young Adults, and Families

By bandita, CC license California’s Department of Health Care Services launched two free behavioral health digital services for all families with kids, teens, and young adults up to age 25. The partnerships have been years in the making, as the state announced in 2021 the opportunity to collaborate on a new initiative to combat the […]

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California

Storm Updates: California Braces for Heavy Rains and Flooding

The West Coast braced for more flooding as heavy rains from an atmospheric river were forecast to spread over California starting on Sunday, in the latest series of storms to pound the state this month. A milder storm moved over California’s northern and central coast on Saturday night, kicking off the period of rain for […]

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City Council

Boston City Council discusses congestion pricing for drivers | #citycouncil

Members of the Boston City Council are weighing the potential of congestion pricing as a means to reduce traffic and improve the quality of life for people who live in the Massachusetts capital.Congestion pricing involves collecting a toll from people who drive into a metropolitan area or a particular section of that area. In addition, […]

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Mayor

Mayors want 3-strikes for repeat drug use, theft

Local mayors and the county’s top law enforcement official gathered in Lemon Grove Sunday morning to support a circulating petition which seeks to increase penalties for repeated drug use and theft. Their target is Proposition 47, a sweeping referendum approved by 59 percent of California voters in 2014. The law reclassified most nonviolent crimes involving […]

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California

Flood watches issued as winter storms hit California

SAN FRANCISCO >> The latest in a series of wet winter storms blew ashore in Northern California on Sunday, with forecasters warning of possible flooding, hail, strong winds and even brief tornadoes as the system moves south over the next few days. Gusts topped 30 mph (48 kph) in Oakland and San Jose as a […]

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City Council

Town Council trustee targets trash on La Jolla streets | #citycouncil

LA JOLLA —  A La Jolla Town Council member is on a quest to keep La Jolla clean. As part of that mission, trustee David Talcott wants to raise awareness about San Diego city street sweeping. “On streets that have signs — meaning cars have to move from one side of the street to the other […]

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Mayor

Mayor Victoria Woodards to Present 2024 State of the City Address at Silas High School on March 28 – The Suburban Times

The theme of Mayor Victoria Woodards’ 2024 State of the City Address is Collectively Weaving Our Community Tapestry. She will focus on the City’s ongoing work to support the community’s priorities and highlight key initiatives going forward in support of shared efforts to create a more livable Tacoma. There is no cost to attend the 2024 […]

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Arkansas

8 Offbeat Towns To Visit In Arkansas

There is a reason why Arkansas is not Kansas. Like an archrival or archangel, Arkansas has a little more edge than other states. That edge makes it one of the most desirable destinations for offbeat tourists. Arkansas’ small towns contain countless cryptic attractions, comprising Castle Rogue’s Manor, Ka-Do-Ha Indian Village, Christ of the Ozarks, the Fouke Monster, post-apocalyptic Dinosaur World, […]

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California

If done correctly, all can save on utility bills by creating income-based charges – Marin Independent Journal

Electricity bills in California are increasing at an unprecedented pace, putting enormous strain on low-income households. In just three years, residential rates have spiked 63% for Pacific Gas and Electric Co. customers, 52% for Southern California Edison customers, and 13% for San Diego Gas and Electric customers. One in five households served by the state’s largest […]

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California

Flood watches issued as another round of wet winter storms hits California

SAN FRANCISCO — The latest in a series of wet winter storms blew ashore in Northern California on Sunday, with forecasters warning of possible flooding, hail, strong winds and even brief tornadoes as the system moves south over the next few days. Gusts topped 30 mph (48 kph) in Oakland and San Jose as a […]

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