Tag: California
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Heavy Rain and King Tides Trigger Flooding Across California
Overview: Heavy Rain and King Tides Strain California Coast A weekend of relentless downpours combined with unusually high tides sent floodwaters surging across much of California. The deadly mix of heavy rain and king tides led to road closures, mudslides, and widespread travel disruption, particularly along coastal communities. Officials warned that more storms could follow,…
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California Open Carry Ban Unconstitutional, Appeals Panel Rules
Federal Appeals Panel Finds California Open Carry Ban Unconstitutional A federal appeals panel on the Ninth Circuit has ruled that California’s prohibition on open carrying firearms in heavily populated counties is unconstitutional. The decision, issued Friday by two of the three judges on the panel, signals a potential shift in how state authorities regulate firearm…
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Appeals Panel Rules California Open Carry Ban Unconstitutional, Sparks Legal Debate
Overview of the ruling A federal appeals panel on the 9th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals has ruled that California’s prohibition on open carry of firearms in heavily populated counties is unconstitutional. The decision, issued Friday by two of the three judges on the panel, challenges a long-standing state policy designed to curb public gun…
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December Downpours Boost California Snowpack, Offering Hope for Water Resources
California’s Snowpack Receives a December Lift A series of December storms delivered a welcome boost to California’s snowpack, scientists said in a closely watched assessment of the state’s water resources for the year ahead. The latest snow survey, conducted by state agencies and researchers, recorded a snow depth reaching 24 inches (61 cm) in key…
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December Downpours Give California Snowpack a Much-Needed Boost
December Downpours Lift California’s Snowpack A series of vigorous December storms delivered a much-needed lift to California’s snowpack, state scientists announced in a closely watched assessment of the year-ahead water outlook. The latest survey recorded a snow depth of 24 inches (61 cm) at key Sierra Nevada measurement sites, surpassing expectations for early winter. While…
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California Snowpack Deepened by December Downpours, Elevating Water Outlook
December Storms Give California Snowpack a Notable Boost A string of December storms delivered a much-needed boost to California’s snowpack, according to the latest assessment from scientists tracking the state’s water resources. The survey, watched closely by policymakers and water managers, indicates healthier snow reserves that could influence reservoir levels, hydroelectric output, and public water…
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California Homeowner Faces 550-Pound Black Bear Living Under His House
Unwanted Houseguest Takes up Residence Beneath a Home A California homeowner in Altadena says a 550-pound black bear has established residency in the crawl space under his house, living there for more than a month. The situation has drawn the attention of neighbors, wildlife officials, and safety experts who are weighing the best ways to…
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Triathlete Erica Fox Found Dead on California Beach After Missing-Person Search
Update: Body of Triathlete Found on California Beach A body found on a California beach northwest of Santa Cruz on Saturday has been identified as Erica Fox, a professional triathlete who had been missing for nearly a week. Fire and rescue teams disclosed the finding after an extensive search that included coastal patrols, ground teams,…
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Body of Triathlete Found on California Beach Amid Shark-Kill Speculation
Overview Authorities in California have recovered the body of a local triathlete on a beach northwest of Santa Cruz, nearly a week after she disappeared during a training session. The discovery on a Saturday ends a tense period of search efforts and speculation about a possible shark encounter as the cause of her death. What…
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Triathlete Erica Fox Found: California Shark Case Update
Body of Triathlete Erica Fox Found on California Beach The missing-person case involving California triathlete Erica Fox has taken a tragic turn. Rescue teams recovered the remains of the 32-year-old athlete on a beach northwest of Santa Cruz, nearly a week after she disappeared during a training swim. The discovery ends days of uncertainty for…