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California lawmaker wants speed cameras in work zones
Safety & Health - Illinois
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July 9, 2025
Sacramento, CA — Legislation that would allow speed cameras in work zones and establish a fine structure for speeding is advancing in the California Assembly. Introduced by Assemblymember Matt Haney (D-San Francisco), A.B. 289 would authorize the...
Spurs narrowly defeated by Lakers in California Classic finale, losing 89-88 in nail-biter
KABB - Texas
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SAN FRANCISCO - The San Antonio Spurs (1-2) fell short to the Los Angeles Lakers (2-1), 89-88, in their final game in the California Classic on Tuesday evening at Chase Center. David Jones-Garcia led San Antonio with 25 points, 6 rebounds, and 5...
WATCH: Joe Scarborough rips Gavin Newsom for traveling around U.S. while his state suffers
WorldNetDaily
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July 9, 2025
MSNBC’s Joe Scarborough scoffed at Democrat California Gov. Gavin Newsom on Wednesday for launching an out-of-state political tour while his own state is suffering from a variety of serious issues. Newsom launched a two-day tour in rural areas...
Tinder Co-Founder and Travel Advisor Acquire El Encanto Hotel for $82.2 Million
Travel Market Report - New York
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In a headline-making move for California’s luxury hospitality scene, the historic El Encanto hotel in Santa Barbara has been sold by Belmond—part of LVMH’s portfolio—to a new ownership group that includes tech entrepreneur Justin Mateen, his...
7 of the TSA’s 10 busiest travel days ever were this year: Here’s the list
MassLive - Massachusetts
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July 9, 2025
The Transportation Security Administration has logged two more record-breaking days to its history books. Of the top 10 busiest travel days since 2001 — when the TSA was established — seven of those spots were reported in 2025, the TSA told...
Five helicopters needed to save injured solo climber on California's second-highest peak
Fox News
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July 9, 2025
Coconino County Sheriff's Office rescue teams made a dramatic rescue after a woman who went on a hike with her father went missing for three days. NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! A high-altitude rescue effort involving multiple...
COLORADO TRAVEL SOFTBALL RECAP – Area travel softball players back from Colorado, prepare for next wave of tournaments
Los Cerritos Community Newspaper - California
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July 9, 2025
July 9, 2025 By Loren Kopff • @LorenKopff on X Several travel softball players from the area have returned from the Rocky Mountain state where they participated in a combination of tournaments associated with the Triple Crown Fastpitch. The...
Habit Burger & Grill Opens Second Store in Folsom, California
QSR Magazine - North Carolina
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July 9, 2025
Habit Burger & Grill, the California-based restaurant company renowned for its award-winning Charburgers grilled over an open flame, signature sandwiches, fresh salads, and more, announces today the launch of their latest restaurant opening in...
Setton Farms expands to Northern California
The Porterville Recorder - California
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Terra Bella's Setton Farms recently announced the opening of a new pistachio processing plant in Northern California. Setton Pistachio of Terra Bella, Inc. announced the opening of its new pistachio processing facility in Zamora in Yolo County....
I couldn't point tourists to a grocery downtown. There are none.
Courier-Journal - Kentucky
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It’s telling that the closing of little Kroger amplifies the increasing size of Louisville’s food desert while the East End enjoys a grocery on every corner. Neighborhoods like Smoketown, Shelby Park, California, Old Louisville, Limerick Park Hill...
California’s Iconic Randy’s Donuts Makes Sweet Landing in Georgia
The Georgia Sun
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July 9, 2025
Georgia donut lovers no longer have to travel cross-country to experience one of California’s most famous treats. Randy’s Donuts, the legendary Los Angeles-based chain known for its giant rooftop donut signs and fresh-made pastries, has officially...
Oceania Insignia in Zihuatanejo Boosts Local Tourism
Puerto Vallarta Daily News
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July 9, 2025
The Oceania Insignia in Zihuatanejo anchored Tuesday, July 8, 2025, bringing 684 passengers and 400 crew to town and delivering a welcome lift to guides, artisans and local businesses. On Tuesday, July 8, 2025, the luxury cruise ship Oceania...
COVU buys California-based Leland Insurance
Life Insurance International
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July 9, 2025
AI-powered insurtech firm COVU has continued its acquisition spree with the acquisition of Leland Insurance Services, a California-based independent agency. The financial terms of the deal have not been disclosed. Leland Insurance Services, led by...
75-year-old California man wrongfully convicted of murdering wife awarded $25.2 million
The Mercury News - California
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July 9, 2025
It’s been nine years since William Richards was released from prison, but the emotional scars still linger from the 23 years he spent behind bars for a crime he didn’t commit. “Every day was hell. You just keep saying, ‘I don’t deserve this. I...
Firefall Guitarist’s Travels Go Way Beyond Colorado’s Mountains
Forbes
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Firefall's Jock Bartley (left) and Steven Weinmeister perform as part of the Stagecoach Music Festival in 2010 in Indio, California. (Photo by Tim Mosenfelder/Getty Images) Getty Images The band Firefall has always been synonymous with Boulder,...
San Francisco driver convicted in 2019 high speed crash that killed man leaving dog park
KTVU - California
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SAN FRANCISCO - A San Francisco jury on Tuesday convicted a 31-year-old man of gross vehicular manslaughter in connection with a 2019 high-speed crash that killed another driver. What we know: Prosecutors said that on Oct. 6, 2019, Valentino Miles...
The fire road: blistering heat on Death Valley's main highway is setting vehicles ablaze - here's how to stay safe whether you're hiking its trails or driving through
Advnture
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July 9, 2025
In the early morning of June 19, a truck caught fire while descending the Towne Pass on the California State Route 190 (CA-190). All that remained was a burnt out husk on the side of road. Fortunately the driver escaped unscathed and managed to...
TSA eases shoe removal rule for most U.S. travelers
WMGT 41 - Georgia
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July 9, 2025
Today marks the first full day U.S. air travelers without TSA PreCheck can now keep their shoes on while passing through airport security. (CNN)- Today marks the first full day U.S. air travelers without TSA PreCheck can now keep their shoes on...
Sydney man charged over alleged shock act on Los Angeles flight
Sky News Australia
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July 9, 2025
A Sydney man has been charged over the alleged indecent assault of a female passenger on a flight from Los Angeles earlier this year. Police allege the 36-year-old man touched the woman inappropriately on her thigh and buttock while she tried to...
California lawmakers push new safety rules for AI after chatbot tragedy
KXTV, ABC 10 - California
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California lawmakers introduced SB 243 after a teen’s suicide, aiming to regulate AI chatbots and prevent future harm to vulnerable young users. SACRAMENTO, Calif. — California lawmakers are pushing new legislation aimed at protecting children...