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UC Berkeley settles lawsuit over accusations of antisemetic policy
People walk toward Sather Gate on the University of California, Berkeley campus on July 22, 2020, in Berkeley, California. (Justin Sullivan/Getty Images/TNS) In a $1 million settlement announced Thursday, the University of California, Berkeley agreed to rescind bylaws that barred speakers who support Zionism from student-held events.
Fired Stanford researcher gets probation for altering cancer data with insults like ‘doctor too stupid'
SAN JOSE, Calif. - A fired Stanford researcher was given four years of probation for hacking into a cancer patient database and altering it in 2013. Naheed Mangi, 70, was convicted earlier this year of intentional damage to a protected computer.
Apple's Spring event: What to expect from the iPhone 17 lineup
Vernon Pillay|Published 1 hour ago Apple CEO Tim Cook. Image: Justin Sullivan/Getty Images] Apple has officially announced its annual Spring event, scheduled for September 9 at the Steve Jobs Theatre on its Cupertino, California campus, marking a pivotal moment as the company braces to accelerate its artificial intelligence ambitions. What to Expect: iPhone 17 Lineup, AI Enhancements, and More At the heart of the presentation lies the highly anticipated iPhone 17 lineup.
DA Flynn leaving office March 31
After previously announcing that he would not seek reelection in November, Erie County District Attorney John Flynn announced last Thursday that he will leave office March 31. During the press conference where he announced his upcoming resignation, Flynn announced he will begin a new position with the Lippes Mathias law firm. Founded in 1965, Lippes Mathias currently has 176 attorneys […]
California jury says Tesla's Autopilot not to blame in fatal 2019 crash
By JUSTIN SULLIVAN, 12 minutes ago Tesla is facing several probes over its 'Autopilot' feature /GETTY IMAGES NORTH AMERICA/Getty Images via AFP A California jury on Tuesday rejected a claim that a Tesla car involved in a fatal 2019 crash had a manufacturer's defect in its "Autopilot" self-driving feature, according to a court spokesperson.
I’m ready to trade in my electric car. Here’s why
I love my electric car. I really do. I love how I never have to buy gas. I love how it glides quietly up the street. I love that it has so much pickup that I can easily blow past gas-powered muscle cars if I want to. I love having stickers that allow me to drive solo in the HOV lanes. I love that routine maintenance consists of little more than rotating the tires. But after three years, I am thinking seriously of trading it in for the gas-powered hybrid plug-in version. Why?
US retailer Bed Bath & Beyond files for bankruptcy
Bed Bath & Beyond filed for bankruptcy Sunday, cementing a years-long decline that saw losses surpass a billion dollars annually as the US retailer struggled to adapt to an uncertain economy and the dominance of online shopping. The home goods chain filed voluntary petitions for relief under Chapter 11 at the United States Bankruptcy Court for the District of New Jersey, a court filing showed.
Theranos founder Holmes heading for prison
Fallen US biotech star Elizabeth Holmes is to begin serving prison time this month after a judge denied her request to remain free while appealing her fraud conviction. In a ruling Monday night denying a motion by Holmes, US District Court Judge Edward Davila wrote that it is unlikely her appeal will succeed.
Jury orders Tesla to pay former worker in racism case
A San Francisco jury on Monday ordered Tesla to pay a Black former employee nearly $3.2 million for turning a blind eye to racism at the electric car maker's Silicon Valley plant. The verdict in the retrial was a victory of sorts for Tesla, which had been ordered to pay Owen Diaz $137 million by a jury when the original trial ended in October 2021. A judge later reduced the amount in keeping with legal standards, but Diaz rejected the judge's proffered damages amount in favor of a new trial.
This Sweet & Salty Chocolate Toffee Matzo Is The Perfect Passover Dessert
© Andrew Bui Inspired by a traditional English Toffee, matzo is coated in a caramel-y, crunchy toffee then covered in melted chocolate and sprinkled with chopped walnuts. Often times, when making Passover desserts, people go out of there way to make something that is meant to seem like it isn't Kosher for Passover, like flourless chocolate cake.
This TikTok Trend Turns A Bottle Of Corona Into An Unreal Beer Cocktail
These Magic Low Carb Waffles Are Your New Breakfast Best Friend These easy waffles are low on carbs and high in protein. We're in love! Delish Tess Attempts To Make Babka For The Very First Time | Slightly Kosher Tess attempts her very first babka with her mom's guidance. Nothing terrible could possibly happen... right? Delish This Perfect Hot Chocolate Is All You Need This Winter Homemade hot chocolate is infinitely better than boxed mix.
Unifor Picks Ford Motor Company as Target for Pattern Bargaining
Unifor has announced the auto marker it plans to target to establish pattern bargaining in the Detroit Three auto talks. National President Jerry Dias says the union has selected Ford Motor Company. He made the announcement Tuesday morning in Toronto. "We have 6,300 members that work in the varies Ford facilities and the bottom line is the group that I think is the most vulnerable are our members in Oakville and they deserve the right to determine their own fate," says Dias.
Public meetings begin again tonight on proposed APS rate increase
PHOENIX — In Phoenix, Arizonans have faced the hottest summer ever on record. Temperatures are expected to climb back above 110 degrees this first weekend in September, so more dangerous heat is on the way. The A/C in many Valley residents' homes is likely working overtime and the cost of cool is showcased in their electric bill. Are customers ready for it to go up?
Governor Gavin Newsom signs eviction moratorium extension
Governor Gavin Newsom on Monday night signed an extension to the eviction moratorium, allowing millions of residents to keep their homes, for now. The extension was scheduled to expire Monday, with evictions allowed to begin as early as Tuesday, had the extension not been signed by the governor. Under the legislation, if a tenant is facing a COVID-19-related hardship, they cannot be evicted from their home before Feb. 21, 2021. Tenants must also pay at least 25 percent of their rent from Sept.
T-Mobile to lay off 74 Overland Park employees
Copyright Getty Images Justin Sullivan <p>SAN FRANCISCO, CA - APRIL 24: The T-Mobile logo is displayed outside of a T-Mobile store on April 24, 2017 in San Francisco, California. T-Mobile will report first quarter earnings today after the closing bell. (Photo by Justin Sullivan/Getty Images)</p> Posted at 5:22 PM, Sep 01, 2020 and last updated 2020-09-01 18:22:31-04 KANSAS CITY, Mo. — T-Mobile is expected to lay off 74 employees in Overland Park.
California high court rejects Scott Peterson's death penalty in slaying of wife, unborn son
Justin Sullivan/AP FILE - In this March 17, 2005 file photo Scott Peterson is escorted by two San Mateo County Sheriff deputies to a waiting van in Redwood City, Calif. Peterson was taken to death row at San Quentin State Prison after being sentenced to die for murdering his pregnant wife, Laci. Gov. Gavin Newsom is expected to sign a moratorium on the death penalty in California, Wednesday, March 13, 2019.
I-35 shut down in Liberty after power lines across roadway after crash
KANSAS CITY, Mo. — UPDATE: Aug. 22, 12:40 p.m. | All lanes are back open. UPDATE: Aug. 22, 11:40 p.m. | One lane on southbound I-35 has been reopened, and by noon the traffic backup was cleared. Crews continue to work to open the entire roadway. EARLIER | Interstate 35 was shut down in both directions in Liberty after an oversized load knocked power lines across the roadway shortly after 9 a.m. Saturday. I-35 northound was shut down at 152 Highway, and I-35 southbound was shut down at 291 Highway.
Gov. Newsom signs bill requiring Cal State University students to take ethnic studies course to graduate
Justin Sullivan/Getty Images SACRAMENTO, CALIFORNIA - MARCH 13: California Gov. Gavin Newsom speaks during a news conference at the California State Capitol on March 13, 2019 in Sacramento, California. Newsom announced today a moratorium on California's death penalty. California has 737 people on death row, the largest death row population in the United States. (Photo by Justin Sullivan/Getty Images) Posted at 9:16 AM, Aug 18, 2020 and last updated 2020-08-18 12:16:38-04 SACRAMENTO, Calif.
United States Postal Service planning for a temporary price hike
Justin Sullivan Boxes of mail sit in the back of a U.S. Postal Service truck. Posted at 10:44 AM, Aug 15, 2020 and last updated 2020-08-15 13:44:22-04 The United States Postal Service is planning for a temporary price hike. It will go into effect from October 18th to December 27th of this year. The price increase is due to the high demand for online items. Package shipments will see a rate increase anywhere from 24 cents to as much as $1.50.
Los Padres National Forest to host 6th annual Women in Wildfire Training Camp
Image copyright 2018 Getty Images. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. Justin Sullivan Firefighters hold a morning meeting as they continue to battle the Camp Fire on November 10, 2018 in Paradise, California. Fueled by high winds and low humidity, the rapidly spreading Camp Fire ripped through the town of Paradise and has quickly charred 100,000 acres and has destroyed over 6,700 homes and businesses in a matter of hours.
First day back to school for several Kern County School districts
Wednesday was the first day of school for several Kern County School districts. All 12 schools within the Greenfield Union School District started their distancing learning. 23abc's Bayan Wang spoke with teachers at the Granite Pointe Elementary School to find out how the first day went. The teachers were incredibly excited, for months now they've been on the fence on whether there would be any school at all, and whether they would be doing in-person or distance learning.
Guard at California's San Quentin prison dies of coronavirus
Justin Sullivan/Getty Images SAN QUENTIN, CALIFORNIA - MARCH 13: A view of San Quentin State Prison on March 13, 2019 in San Quentin, California. California Gov. Gavin Newsom announced that he has signed an executive order to put a moratorium on California's death penalty. California has the 737 people on death row, the largest death row population in the United States.
Vulnerable State Assemblymembers allowed to vote remotely
Justin Sullivan/Getty Images SACRAMENTO, CA - JANUARY 31: California Governor Jerry Brown delivers the State of the State address at the California State Capitol on January 31, 2011 in Sacramento, California. One month after taking office, Gov. Brown delivered the State of the State address to a joint session of the California State legislature. (Photo by Justin Sullivan/Getty Images) Posted at 10:50 AM, Aug 04, 2020 and last updated 2020-08-04 13:50:36-04 SACRAMENTO, Calif.
Senate Homeland Security Committee unanimously voted to ban TikTok on government devices
2019 Getty Images Justin Sullivan/Getty Images SAN ANSELMO, CALIFORNIA - NOVEMBER 01: In this photo illustration, the Tik Tok app is displayed on an Apple iPhone on November 01, 2019 in San Anselmo, California. The Committee on Foreign Investment in the United States (CFIUS) has started a national security investigation of social media app TikTok after Beijing ByteDance Technology Co acquired U.S. social media app Musical.ly for $1 billion.
Working to get students access to internet in rural areas ahead of school year Original
PHOENIX — Ahead of Arizona's first day of school in an online setting, many districts are working to close the "digital divide," a gap in available internet for students and families. The digital divide refers to the lack of quality internet needed for schools to fully carry out their online curriculum. Some of the obstacles include families without adequate internet access, no laptop or hotspot hardware, and, in more rural areas, too few cell phone towers.
Two men arrested for attempted theft of $200,000 worth of pistachios
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. — Two men were arrested Wednesday after the Kern County Sheriff’s Office Rural Crime Investigation Unit caught them attempting to steal a semi-truck and trailer containing $200,000 worth of pistachios. According to KCSO, detectives arrested Arman Karapetyan, age 32 from Van Nuys, California and Manuk Aghajanyan, age 30 from Glendale, California after responding to a local pistachio and almond distribution center.
Boys and Girls Club of Kern County launching "virtual" back-2-school supply drive
Justin Sullivan/Getty Images School teacher Liza Gleason shops for back to school supplies at a Target store. Posted at 10:25 AM, Jul 14, 2020 and last updated 2020-07-14 13:25:55-04 The Boys and Girls Club of Kern County has launched a virtual and traditional back-2-school supply drive to ensure all club members have the necessary supplies when heading back to school.
PG&E fined $4 million in deaths of 84 people in 2018 fire
Justin Sullivan/Getty Images A Pacific Gas and Electric (PG&E) truck. Posted at 11:06 AM, Jun 18, 2020 and last updated 2020-06-18 14:06:19-04 Pacific Gas & Electric has been fined $4 million for the deaths of 84 people killed in a Northern California wildfire. The utility admitted the blaze started because of its long-neglected electrical grid. The sentencing comes as the nation’s largest utility prepares to end a bankruptcy proceeding triggered by the catastrophe.
Claire's Suffers Data Breach, Potentially Exposing Payment Data
Accessories retailer Claire's experienced a data breach on its e-commerce site beginning in April that compromised customer payment information, reports Bleeping Computer. The company discovered the MageCart attack on Friday, June 12 after it was revealed in a new report by cybersecurity firm Sansec. The attack consisted of hackers injecting malicious JavaScript scripts into various sections of Claire's website.
PG&E to provide Grants to fund the operation of Cooling Centers
SACRAMENTO, Calif. — Even during these difficult times of COVID-19, summer is coming, fast, cooling centers still provide a positive impact for those you need it. PG&E has, in past years given grants to fund cooling centers. This year, they plan to do the same thing. "Cooling centers are a critical resource for customers during the summer months, particularly those among the at-risk populations, like seniors.
5 child flu deaths reported in Arizona for 2019-2020 season
Arizona Department of Health Services is now reporting five pediatric flu deaths for the 2019-2020 season. The new numbers were reported in the health department’s latest health report, for the week ending on May 9. The first pediatric death was reported in December 2019, involving an infant in Maricopa County who was not old enough to be immunized. The second death was reported in Yuma County in February 2020. A Pima County child also died from influenza in February.
5 child flu deaths reported in Arizona for 2019-2020 season
Arizona Department of Health Services is now reporting five pediatric flu deaths for the 2019-2020 season. The new numbers were reported in the health department’s latest health report, for the week ending on May 9. The first pediatric death was reported in December 2019, involving an infant in Maricopa County who was not old enough to be immunized. The second death was reported in Yuma County in February 2020. A Pima County child also died from influenza in February.
Some California Lawmakers Set to Return to Work
Justin Sullivan/Getty Images SACRAMENTO, CA - JULY 4: The California state capitol is shown July 4, 2003 in Sacramento, California. According to a Los Angeles Times poll published today, a majority of California voters believe Gov. Gray Davis should be recalled in a special election. Hours earlier, recall organizers declared they had enough support to put the question on the ballot.
PG&E Hosting Series of Webinars to Keep Customers and Communities Informed About its Continuing Vital Safety Work to Prevent and Mitigate the Serious Risk of Catastrophic Wildfires
SAN FRANCISCO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Apr 23, 2020-- Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E) today shared that as its crews and contractors remain in the field performing essential work to maintain gas and electric service, improve the safety of the system, further mitigate wildfire risks, and reduce Public Safety Power Shutoff (PSPS) impacts, the company also is taking the steps necessary to keep communities informed about this vital wildfire prevention and safety work..
Caltrans authorizes food trucks to operate at rest stops
Caltrans is allowing the temporary operation of food trucks in 86 state rest areas that will provide food for highway truck drivers and motorists and revenue for food truck operators during the COVID-19 public health emergency. The goal is to increase the number of convenient food options available to truck drivers. Food truck operators can apply for a temporary encroachment easement permit to operate at one or more of the state’s rest areas.
PG&E could face over $1.9 billion in fines for role in 2017 & 2018 wildfires
SACREMENTO, Calif. — Pacific Gas and Electric Company could face fines of up to $1.937 billion dollars for its role in the 2017 and 2018 wildfires if a proposal from the California Public Utilities Commission passes. According to the CPUC, the proposal will be on the CPUC’s May 7 Voting Meeting agenda. It's the largest penalty ever assessed by the CPUC.
Is it safe to open mail and packages during the pandemic?
Justin Sullivan Boxes of mail sit in the back of a U.S. Postal Service truck. By: Associated Press Posted at 5:56 PM, Apr 17, 2020 and last updated 2020-04-17 20:56:58-04 Is it safe to open mail and packages during the pandemic? There is no evidence that COVID-19 is spreading through mail or parcels, according to the World Health Organization and U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
Report: Walmart Hid That It Was Under Criminal Investigation for Opioid Sales
Walmart, a defendant in the massive lawsuit brought by states and municipalities around the country that accuses a broad range of companies of lax controls over opioid sales, failed to reveal that it had been under criminal investigation for similar conduct, according to plaintiffs in the case.
Hundreds of Southwest Airlines workers test positive for coronavirus, union says
DALLAS -- Hundreds of Southwest Airlines employees have tested positive for COVID-19, the airline's union said Tuesday. TWU Local 556, the union for Southwest Airlines flight attendants, told WFAA-TV in Dallas that at least 600 employees tested positive. The company, however, denies that, and released the following statement: "Currently, far less than 1% of more than 60,000 Southwest Airlines Employees have tested positive for the coronavirus (COVID-19).
California Leaders to Discuss Judicial Changes due to COVID-19 Pandemic
Posted: 4:18 AM, Apr 06, 2020 Updated: 2020-04-06 07:18:35-04 Justin Sullivan/Getty Images SACRAMENTO, CA - JULY 4: The California state capitol is shown July 4, 2003 in Sacramento, California. According to a Los Angeles Times poll published today, a majority of California voters believe Gov. Gray Davis should be recalled in a special election. Hours earlier, recall organizers declared they had enough support to put the question on the ballot.
PG&E to offer climate credit to customers to help reduce April bills
In an effort to help Californians strapped for cash in the midst of the coronavirus pandemic, utility company Pacific Gas & Electric has announced it will be lending a helping hand. On Thursday, PG&E announced customers "will receive the California Climate Credit on their bills during the April billing cycle." According to PG&E, customers who receive both natural gas and electric service will get a credit totaling $62.91. Customers who only get natural gas services will get a credit of $27.18.
State announces renewal of 64k DACA recipients for the quarter
SACREMENTO, Calif. — California Attorney General Xavier Becerra announced that more than 64,000 Dreamers successfully renewed their Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) protections this quarter as a result of a preliminary injunction secured by California in 2018. Pending litigation before the U.S. Supreme Court, the renewals provide DACA recipients with temporary protection against immigration action for removal and allow them to work in the United States for another two years.
PG&E to donate nearly a million N95 and surgical masks to California hospitals
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. — Gas and Electric Company PG&E announced Monday that it is donating 480,000 N95 masks and 470,000 surgical masks to California hospitals, officials said. The masks will go to the Governor's Office of Emergency Services for distribution to California hospitals and other first responders facing a critical shortage of Personal Protective Equipment due to the COVID-19 pandemic, according to a news release be PG&E.
PG&E offers advice for people staying home due to COVID-19
SAN FRANCISCO, Calif. — Due to coronavirus concerns PG&E have offered advice as to how customers staying home can save money on their electric and gas bills during this difficult time.
Governor Gavin Newsom projects over half of Californians to contract coronavirus over 8 week period
Over half of California's population is projected to be infected with the coronavirus, according to Governor Gavin Newsom.
Dollar General assisting senior shoppers amid coronavirus concerns
KANSAS CITY, Mo. — Amid concerns about the coronavirus, Dollar General is taking steps to help one of America's most vulnerable groups. Beginning March 17, the company is strongly encouraging its stores to only open for senior shoppers during their first hour of operations each day. As many people panic buy, retailers nationwide are selling out of key items, such as toilet paper and hand soap. Dollar General said it wants to help at-risk customers with the ability to purchase the items they need.
Gov. Newsom says Kern High School District is only district among largest districts to remain open
LOS ANGELES, Calif. — UPDATE: Several districts in Kern County have announced plans to close schools in their districts, following Governor Gavin Newsom's remarks Sunday, addressing the Kern High School District. -------------------- Governor Gavin Newsom said that Kern High School District is the only school district, among 25 of the largest districts in California, to remain open amid coronavirus spread.
PG&E responds to coronavirus pandemic
PG&E recently announced that due to the COVID-19 pandemic it has voluntarily implemented a moratorium on service disconnections for non-payment, effective immediately. This suspension will apply to both residential and commercial customers and will remain in effect until further notice. PG&E will continue to monitor current events and identify opportunities to support our customers and communities.
What's best to buy in March and what you should avoid
Posted: 6:00 AM, Mar 11, 2020 Updated: 2020-03-11 09:01:07-04 Image copyright 2017 Getty Images. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. Justin Sullivan <p>The Target logo is displayed on shopping carts at a Target store on February 28, 2017 in Southgate, California.</p> Time is flying, and we are well into March. DealNews put together a roundup of what to buy and what to avoid this month. According to this article.
Third pediatric flu death confirmed in Arizona for 2019-20 flu season
Arizona has experienced its third pediatric flu death in the 2019-2020 flu season, according to the Arizona Department of Health Services. The first two pediatric flu death cases of the season tested positive for the B/Victoria strain of influenza, while the newest case tested positive for the A strain. The first pediatric flu death was reported in December, while the second death was reported in February.
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