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Electric school buses, pesticides and oil wells: New environmental laws coming to California

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 12:45:17 GMT

Gov. Gavin Newsom gained widespread attention Saturday for signing a first-in-the-nation law to require corporations doing business in California to add up how many tons of greenhouse gases they emit each year, and make the information public.The new law will affect roughly 5,300 businesses with more than $1 billion a year in sales — including companies like McDonald’s, Walmart, Chevron and Home Depot. The law is expected to put pressure on businesses to reduce pollution when researchers, advocacy groups, media outlets and others issue “biggest polluter” lists showing which companies emit the most chemicals that are warming the planet.But with less fanfare, Newsom also signed more than a dozen other significant environmental bills over the weekend that lawmakers in the Democratic-controlled Legislature had sent to his desk. In doing so, he won accolades from environmental groups, and disappointment from some industries, including oil and agriculture.The main new environm...

Four-bedroom home sells in San Jose for $2.3 million

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 12:45:17 GMT

1136 Thorntree Court – Google Street ViewA 2,705-square-foot house built in 1986 has changed hands. The spacious property located in the 1100 block of Thorntree Court in San Jose was sold on Sept. 26, 2023. The $2,310,000 purchase price works out to $854 per square foot. This two-story house offers a roomy layout with four bedrooms and three baths. Additionally, the house includes a two-car garage, ensuring ample room for parking and storage.Additional houses that have recently changed hands close by include:A 2,705-square-foot home on the 5900 block of Porto Alegre Drive in San Jose sold in July 2023, for $2,301,000, a price per square foot of $851. The home has 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms.On Sterling Oaks Drive, San Jose, in November 2022, a 3,697-square-foot home was sold for $2,650,000, a price per square foot of $717. The home has 5 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms.In July 2023, a 2,688-square-foot home on Porto Alegre Drive in San Jose sold for $2,020,000, a price per square foot of $7...

Cable-car accident in San Francisco sends 6 to hospital

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 12:45:17 GMT

Bay City News ServiceSix cable car passengers suffered minor injuries Monday afternoon when a cable car came to an abrupt halt on a steep hill to avoid hitting a car in an intersection in San Francisco’s Nob Hill neighborhood, fire officials said.Related ArticlesTransportation | Another leak at Martinez refinery brings hazardous materials team Transportation | At least 16 migrants killed in bus crash in Mexico Transportation | Collision at major Brentwood intersection injures 12-year-old on bike Transportation | Man fires gun to get wedding’s attention, shoots grandson, 12 Transportation | Park Service says search for missing Point Reyes swimmer is now a ‘recovery effort’ The incident happened about 12:30 p.m. as the cable car was headed down Washington Street, approaching the intersection of Taylor Street, Lt. Mariano Elias said.The cable car operator engaged the emergency brake ...

49ers receive positive injury updates one day after beating Cowboys

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 12:45:17 GMT

The final score of 42-10 belied the physicality of the opponent in the 49ers’ blowout win over the Dallas Cowboys.But the 49ers these days are all about good news, and that was the case Monday in the aftermath of the club’s fifth 5-0 start in franchise history.The 49ers take to the road in Week 6 to face Cleveland (2-2), which is coming off a bye.The big concern was initially reported as a right biceps injury for guard Aaron Banks, who along with tackle Trent Williams has comprised one of the formidable left sides in the NFL.Upon further review, Banks’ injury wasn’t to his biceps, which could have meant a long absence.“Banks ended up being a shoulder, a mild strain, he’ll be day to day,” 49ers coach Kyle Shanahan said in a conference call with local media. “Any time it’s a biceps, you’re obviously nervous about it, and it’s still an injury but not as bad as it could have been.”Running back Christian McCaffrey, m...

San Jose Sharks first-round draft pick earns early birthday present with NHL roster spot

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 12:45:17 GMT

SAN JOSE – William Eklund was determined to make the San Jose Sharks roster out of training camp this year, even though he was only about six months removed from having surgery to repair a torn labrum on his left shoulder.After an impressive training camp in which he improved with each passing day, Eklund reached his goal, as the Swedish-born forward on Monday was named a part of the Sharks’ 23-man opening night roster.“It means a lot. I worked (hard) for this,” Eklund said. “Now my job is to be here all year. So my focus is on that.”It just so happens that the Sharks’ season-opening game on Thursday against the Vegas Golden Knights also falls on Eklund’s 21st birthday. He said his parents will likely be in attendance for the game at SAP Center.“It’s my birthday and it’s opening night,” said Eklund, who was drafted seventh overall by the Sharks in 2021. “So, it’s a good day.”NHL teams had to submit their salary-cap-compliant rosters of 23 players or less by 2 p.m. (PDT) ...

6 passengers injured after Cable Car stops abruptly to avoid car

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 12:45:17 GMT

SAN FRANCISCO (KRON) -- Six people were injured after a cable car came to an abrupt halt on a steep hill to avoid a car Monday. The incident occurred at Washington Street and Taylor Street in San Francisco's Nob Hill neighborhood. Initial reports indicated that seven people were injured in the incident, however fire officials later said only six passengers suffered minor injuries.The incident occurred around 12:30 p.m. People are being advised to avoid the area and emergency crews are on the scene, according to the San Francisco Department of Emergency Management. Bay Area restaurants imposing ‘vomit fee’ on Sunday brunch-goers The cable car operator engaged the emergency brake to avoid hitting a car in the middle of the intersection, according to San Francisco Fire Department Lt. Mariano Elias. Passengers aboard the car were thrown forward by the sudden stop.One witness described the vehicle in the intersection as a Black Toyota Prius.Traffic delays are expected and people are be...

Novato names new police chief 

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 12:45:17 GMT

(KRON) -- Jim Naugle has been announced as the city of Novato’s thirteen Chief of Police. Naugle will begin the role Oct. 23. “Jim’s proven record of accomplishment and leadership with Sonoma County Sheriff’s Office makes him an excellent match for the Novato Police Department and for our community,” said City Manager Adam McGill. “His depth of knowledge, measured style, and commitment to transparency will help ensure we maintain the high level of public safety standards that our community has come to expect.” Bay Area celebrity chef Michael Chiarello dies at 61 Chief Naugle began his career with the Novato Police Department in 1998. Naugle worked patrol and was a Defensive Tactics Instructor, DARE instructor, and Special Response Team member.Since 2002, Chief Naugle has worked for the Sonoma County Sheriff’s Office, serving as a Patrol Deputy, Sergeant, Lieutenant, Captain, and is currently second in command as the Assistant Sheriff, overseeing the Law Enforcement Division o...

Barricaded domestic violence suspect surrenders after 6-hour standoff in Petaluma

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 12:45:17 GMT

(BCN) -- A 33-year-old Petaluma man suspected of domestic violence and holding a woman captive was arrested over the weekend after a six-hour standoff with police.Officers were called about 6:10 p.m. Saturday to the 700 block of Lakeville Circle, where there were reports of a woman screaming and items being thrown inside an apartment.Officers had been there twice over the past two weeks, and after those calls Kenneth Massucco was arrested on suspicion of felony domestic violence, failing to let a woman leave the apartment, threatening to shoot officers, and resisting arrest. 7 injured in Cable Car accident at Washington and Taylor Petaluma police had sought an emergency protection order, which was granted by a judge, that prohibited Massucco from being at the apartment or having contact with the victim. When officers arrived Saturday, however, it appeared Massucco had returned. They could hear a door being nailed shut from the inside of the apartment and the suspect came to th...

Texans look to complete drives after settling for field goals in 21-19 loss to Falcons

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 12:45:17 GMT

HOUSTON (AP) — Again and again on Sunday against Atlanta, the Houston Texans failed to get in the end zone and settled for field goals.They finally scored their only touchdown of the game late in the fourth quarter, but the Falcons used a last-second field goal to get a 21-19 victory.Houston (2-3) was left to lament its missed opportunities after settling for four field goals before rookie quarterback C.J. Stroud orchestrated the late TD drive.“Third down wasn’t good enough, red zone wasn’t good enough,” coach DeMeco Ryans said. “We needed to get points there and we didn’t. Credit to Atlanta; they have a really good defense and did a really good job of forcing us to kick field goals in those positions.”Stroud, the second overall pick in the draft, was disappointed that the Texans couldn’t finish drives this weekend after combining to score 67 points in their previous two wins.“It is hard when you live in third-and-long,” Stroud said. “I think (Sunday) was probably our worst day in t...

3 of 4 killed in crash involving stolen SUV fleeing attempted traffic stop were teens, police say

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 12:45:17 GMT

MITCHELLVILLE, Md. (AP) — Three teenagers were among four people killed in a fiery crash involving a stolen SUV fleeing from an attempted traffic stop in Maryland, police said on Monday.The driver of the vehicle was identified as Marquay Swann, 14, of Lanham and two passengers were identified as Zyshaun Cuffey, 15, of Glenarden, and Serenity Sellman, 15, of Upper Marlboro, Prince George’s County Police Department said in a statement. The medical examiner’s office was still working to confirm the identity of the fourth person, police said.According to police, officers attempted a traffic stop on a Kia Sorento with expired temporary tags on Sept. 29.“Officers briefly attempted to pursue the Kia but lost sight of the vehicle and disengaged,” the news release said.About four minutes later, according to an “independent witness,” police said the driver of the Kia used the shoulder of a roadway to attempt a pass, lost control and hit a tree in Mitchellville.The Maryland attorney general’s ...