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Rose Bowl, other historic venues can use taxes from big events to refurbish stadium

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 09:12:48 GMT

The home of the "Granddaddy of Them All" may be getting an upgrade in the near future.On Sunday, Gov. Gavin Newsom signed into law Senate Bill 96, the Historic Venue Restoration and Resiliency Act, for which the Rose Bowl Stadium & Legacy Foundation has been lobbying for several months, the organization said in a news release.The Pasadena stadium, which celebrates its 101st birthday this month, has been designated a National Historic Landmark, but to "keep up with modern-day safety standards and expectations, there are significant compliance requirements," the release said. To meet that need, SB 96 provides "a portion of sales and use taxes generated at the Rose Bowl Stadium on major event days to be reinvested back into the site for restoration, infrastructure, safety, security, and maintenance purposes," the release added.Other venues are also beneficiaries of the bill, said state Sen. Anthony Portantino (D-Burbank), who authored the bill.Any structure that meets seating requi...

Domino's is giving away free 'Emergency Pizza': Here is how to get it

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 09:12:48 GMT

Domino’s is giving its customers free pizza for life’s unexpected moments.Through the company’s new Emergency Pizza program, customers can receive a free medium two-topping pizza whenever they need it, a news release said. "Perhaps you burned dinner, the power went out, or maybe your in-laws just dropped in without notice – whatever your emergency situation, Domino's believes a free pizza can make anything better," Kate Trumbull, Domino's senior vice president – chief brand officer, said in a statement.“Why did we launch Domino's Emergency Pizza? With so much uncertainty in everyday life, we believe everyone needs a pizza pick-me-up at some point! The hardest part may just be deciding when to use your Emergency Pizza!" Stouffer’s advent calendar filled with frozen dinners sells out in 15 minutes; restock available soon Customers who place a qualifying online order can earn an Emergency Pizza from now through Feb. 11, 2024, and redeem the offer through their Domino's Rewards accoun...

Newsom signs California campsite reservation bill: Here's how it works

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 09:12:48 GMT

A bill that would make it easier for outdoor enthusiasts to reserve a campsite in California state parks was signed into law by Gov. Gavin Newsom Sunday night.Assembly Bill 618, introduced by Assemblymember Rebecca Bauer-Kahan (D-Orinda), proposed amendments to the state's campsite reservation system to deter no-shows and cancellations, freeing up spots for campers that would otherwise go unused.The bill was sent to Newsom's desk for signature about three weeks ago after it passed through the legislature with unanimous support."California's public parks and beaches are treasures that should be enjoyed by all Californians and demand for them has increased greatly," Bauer-Kahan said in a release on Monday. Witness describes hiker’s slide down Half Dome in Yosemite "Unfortunately, our current outdated reservation system has led to a situation where many campsites are left empty," she continued. "By promoting responsible reservation practices, we can increase access to these vit...

Teen boy on e-bike killed in Santa Clarita traffic crash

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 09:12:48 GMT

A teenaged boy was killed when the electric bicycle he was riding collided with a car in Santa Clarita on Monday.The crash was reported around 9 a.m. at Decoro Drive and McBean Parkway, according to the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department. The 17-year-old was declared dead at the scene, as the Los Angeles County Fire Department responded but no one was transported to a hospital. He was later identified as the Los Angeles County Coroner as Louie Alexander Barba of Santa Clarita.Aerial video from Sky5 showed a Bud Light semi-truck was parked near the investigation scene.The Sheriff's Department officials confirmed no arrest has been made.Nidia Becerra, Sofia Pop Perez and Alberto Mendez contributed to this report.

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Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 09:12:48 GMT

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Four-bedroom home sells in East Palo Alto for $1.7 million

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 09:12:48 GMT

1952 McNair Street – Google Street ViewThe property located in the 1900 block of McNair Street in East Palo Alto was sold on Aug. 28, 2023 for $1,700,000, or $899 per square foot. The house, built in 2001, has an interior space of 1,890 square feet. This single-story house boasts a generous living space with four bedrooms and three baths. The property is equipped with central heating. In addition, the home provides an attached two-car garage, granting ample space for parking and storage purposes.Additional houses have recently changed hands nearby:A 1,760-square-foot home on the 900 block of Wilks Street in East Palo Alto sold in June 2023, for $1,150,000, a price per square foot of $653. The home has 3 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms.On Mouton Circle, East Palo Alto, in July 2023, a 2,330-square-foot home was sold for $1,600,000, a price per square foot of $687. The home has 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms.In July 2022, a 1,823-square-foot home on Oakes Street in East Palo Alto sold for $1,475...

Newsom signs law in ‘overhaul’ of mental health system

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 09:12:48 GMT

By Jocelyn Wiener | CalMattersGov. Gavin Newsom today announced he signed the first of a series of bills that aim to transform California’s mental health system. Depending on who you ask, this transformation represents a long overdue humanitarian response— or a worrisome step backward on civil liberties.Today’s signature loosens long-standing rules about who is eligible for involuntary treatment under the half century-old Lanterman-Petris-Short Act, the landmark mental health law that regulates involuntary civil commitment in the state. Advocates and county leaders expect the new legislation to lead to more people being placed in treatment facilities against their will.“California is undertaking a major overhaul of our mental health system,” Newsom said in a written statement. “The mental health crisis affects us all, and people who need the most help have been too often overlooked. We are working to ensure no one falls through the cracks, and that people get the help they need and ...

Happy 20th birthday, Starbucks’ Pumpkin Spice Latte

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 09:12:48 GMT

Starbucks’ Pumpkin Spice Latte turns 20 today, Oct. 10, and the Seattle based coffee chain is marking the occasion just the way you’d expect it to, with an Ashanti video on TikTok and free temporary tattoos with purchase while supplies last.Starbucks is also pushing a commemorative Team PSL varsity jacket from KidSuper Studios. The wool garment costs $295 and will ship in December.Related ArticlesRestaurants, Food and Drink | Hawaiian favorite Zippy’s opens its first mainland restaurant Restaurants, Food and Drink | Lynsi Snyder’s In-N-Out book gives an inside, top-down and ground-up history of the burger chain Restaurants, Food and Drink | Three spooky Bay Area bars to explore this Halloween season Restaurants, Food and Drink | Photos: Pumpkin sets world record (2,749 pounds!) at Half Moon Bay weigh-off Restaurants, Food and Drink | Newsom signs modified ‘Skittles ban’ law, vetoes caste bi...

White House condemns violent crash at Chinese Consulate in San Francisco

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 09:12:48 GMT

SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — The White House on Tuesday condemned a violent crash at the Chinese Consulate in San Francisco where a man rammed a car into the lobby, creating a chaotic scene that ended with police shooting the driver, who later died at the hospital.“We condemn this incident and all violence perpetrated against foreign diplomatic staff working in the United States,” White House National Security Council spokeswoman Adrienne Watson said.U.S. government officials have been in contact with Chinese foreign ministry officials in the aftermath of the incident Monday, according to a White House official who was not authorized to comment and spoke on the condition of anonymity.The White House official added that investigators believe the driver was “acting with malign intent.” Video: Vehicle engulfed in flames on westbound Bay Bridge As of Tuesday morning, police had shared no additional details on the identity of the driver or how the incident unfolded. San Francisco police said M...

San Jose police announced arrest in July fatal shooting of 19-year-old man

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 09:12:48 GMT

(BCN) -- A 27-year-old San Carlos man has been arrested on suspicion of fatally shooting another man in San Jose back in July, police said Tuesday.The shooting was reported at 4:06 a.m. on July 2 in the 400 block of Queens Lane, where officers responded and found the victim, who was pronounced dead at the scene. He has since been identified by the Santa Clara County Medical Examiner's Office as 19-year-old Ramiro Fierros.Investigators eventually identified Carlos Fuentes as the suspect in the shooting and obtained a warrant for his arrest and to search a home in Santa Clara allegedly related to the case, according to San Jose police.On Oct. 3, Fuentes was arrested in San Jose and the search warrant at the Santa Clara home revealed a loaded firearm and narcotics for sale, police said. Video: 5 suspects steal $50k in Gucci merch from San Jose store, 1 arrested Fuentes was booked into county jail on suspicion of the homicide, San Jose's 19th in 2023.Anyone with information about the ...