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16 million Californians use TikTok. Soon, it could go away. What would that mean?
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Quick Glance: ByteDance Would Consider Closing TikTok in US Over Sale, Sources Claim
- ByteDance would prefer to cease TikTok operations rather than engage in a sale if all legal avenues are exhausted to combat potential legislation banning the platform in US app stores, as per four sources.
- Despite TikTok's massive popularity with over a billion users, it remains unprofitable, contributing a small fraction to ByteDance's overall revenues and daily active user base.
- ByteDance stated on Thursday in a release on Toutiao, a media platform it possesses, that there are no intentions to sell TikTok, in response to claims from The Information about ByteDance exploring sale scenarios for TikTok's US operations excluding the recommending algorithm for user videos.
- As of December, ByteDance's valuation stood at $268 billion when it proposed a buyback of approximately $5 billion in shares from investors.
Sacramento is one of the best places to live in the nation, Money says. This is why
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Reduce, reuse, resale : Sunnyvale nonprofit supplies leftover fabric, craft supplies at affordable costs
mercurynews.com/2024/04/26/reduce-reuse-resale-sunnyvale-nonprofit-supplies-leftover-fabric-craft-supplies-at-affordable-costs/
Quick Glance: Efficient Use of Excess Fabrics and Craft Supplies by Nonprofit in Sunnyvale
- Every year, significant amounts of fabric waste end up in Americans' trash cans, resulting in a substantial burden of 92 million tons of global textile waste.
- In Sunnyvale, a nonprofit organization is dedicated to reducing this amount while also supporting local crafters.
- Through weekly donations from dozens of showrooms at the San Francisco Design Center and community members, FabMo saves approximately 70 tons of material from the landfill each year.
- The organization provides locals with a sustainable way to utilize materials, including aspiring textile and fiber artists or teachers in need of craft supplies.
Popular restaurant chain filing for bankruptcy, closing all locations: The market and kitchen locations achieved considerable growth over the past several years.
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They say don't leave valuables in parked cars in San Francisco. Rep. Adam Schiff didn't listen
apnews.com/article/adam-schiff-car-burglary-san-francisco-senate-58ed6ada615e9d312b64ec916fd52184
The state of California has opened its huge new Sacramento office complex. Take our tour
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Net Neutrality Returns to a Very Different Internet: The FCC voted 3-2 to restore net neutrality rules that had disappeared during the Trump administration.
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Quick Glance: FCC Votes to Restore Net Neutrality Rules
- The FCC voted 3-2 along political party lines to reinstate rules from 2017 to prevent internet service providers from disrupting your internet speed.
- Restoring net neutrality has been a focus for President Joe Biden and was approved by a majority of the FCC.
- Net neutrality protects consumers from ISP control, promotes fair rules, and safeguards against online fraud and scams.
- The discussion on net neutrality also raises questions about service pricing and highlights the importance for internet infrastructure.
California’s largest state development unveiled in Sacramento, honors legendary state worker
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Couple accidentally sent cat in Amazon package, arrived 6 days later: Galena, a Utah cat, was found in a California Amazon warehouse after being accidentally ...
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China warns Blinken relations with US could go on a 'downward spiral': The US top diplomat Antony Blinken paid his second visit to the country in less than a ...
lemonde.fr/en/united-states/article/2024/04/26/china-warns-blinken-relations-with-us-could-go-on-a-downward-spiral_6669578_133.html
Quick Glance: Xi and Blinken Clash Over China's Backing to Russia
- Xi orders China’s biggest military reorganisation since 2015.
- He emphasizes that China is not afraid of competition as long as it is based on common progress.
- China is willing to cooperate with the US, provided it is mutual.
- A five-point consensus was reached to stabilize relations between the two countries.
Millions Have Been Set Aside To Get More People Online. Private Companies Want To Use It For LA's Wealthy Neighborhoods
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California college cancels graduation ceremony as protests over Israel's war in Gaza continue
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Tesla notifies thousands in Texas and California of impending layoffs: Tesla let thousands of employees in two states — California and Texas — know it will be ...
foxbusiness.com/technology/tesla-notifies-thousands-texas-california-impending-layoffs
What to read about the history of California: Five books that help explain the power and problems of the Golden State
economist.com/the-economist-reads/2024/04/25/what-to-read-about-the-history-of-california
20 least-affordable US cities to buy a home are all in California: A California home costs 8.4 times income ($765,197 vs. $91,551) compared to 4 ...
ocregister.com/2024/04/26/20-least-affordable-us-cities-to-buy-a-home-are-all-in-california/
USC's move to cancel commencement amid protests draws criticism: The University of Southern California's decision to cancel its main graduation ceremony has left ...
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Quick Glance: USC Main Commencement Canceled Amid Gaza War Protests
- Protests against the Israel-Hamas war prompt the cancellation of USC's main graduation ceremony and numerous arrests at campuses nationwide.
- Universities are grappling with protests that could disrupt upcoming commencement ceremonies and are considering changes to regulations regarding encampments and exams.
- Some students demand schools sever ties with Israel, leading to accusations of antisemitism and concerns about safety on campus.
- The wave of protests, inspired by events at Columbia University, has led to civil rights investigations into universities facing protests and complaints of discrimination amidst the Israel-Hamas conflict.
Chart: How much more will it cost you to own vs. to rent a home in the South Bay: Overall, the study found that it is more affordable to rent than to buy in all ...
mercurynews.com/2024/04/26/chart-how-much-more-will-it-cost-you-to-own-vs-to-rent-a-home-in-the-south-bay/
It looks like mid-winter at Lake Tahoe ski resorts. See the spring snow, conditions
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Inflation ticked higher in March as incomes, spending rose: Inflation picked up slightly in March as Americans saw their paychecks rise and kept up a sturdy pace ...
thehill.com/business/4623490-pce-inflation-rises-march-2024/
Quick Glance: Rising Key Fed Inflation Measure in March
- In March, inflation remained strong, with an important indicator closely monitored by the Federal Reserve indicating elevated price pressures.
- The personal consumption expenditures price index excluding food and energy increased 2.8% from a year ago in March, above expectations.
- Both the all-items PCE price gauge and the core index increased by 2.7%, higher than estimates, leading to a positive market reaction.
- Markets reacted mildly to the data, with Wall Street set to open higher, while Treasury yields fell and the probability of rate cuts increased slightly.
SF would be the perfect new home for the Sundance Film Festival: Why San Francisco should go big and get the Sundance Film Festival as one of the world’s biggest ...
sfchronicle.com/entertainment/article/sundance-sf-bay-area-19419506.php
Morgan Hill set to receive millions for transportation updates: Morgan Hill is received $2 million in federal dollars to expand highway lanes and prepare for ...
mercurynews.com/2024/04/26/morgan-hill-set-to-receive-millions-for-transportation-updates/
Quick Glance: Millions Allocated for Transportation Updates in Morgan Hill
- Morgan Hill is set to receive about $2 million in federal funds for public transportation to support the planning of rail and highway expansions.
- The city plans to expand the stretch of Highway 101 within the city and will receive $500,000 for this process.
- Additionally, the city will receive $1 million to create an overpass or underpass for busy train crossings, as well as $500,000 for "Quiet Zones" to reduce noise disturbances from passing trains.
- The funds were allocated by Congresswoman Zoe Lofgren in the Consolidated Appropriations Act of 2024 and are part of over $50 million for various projects in the district, including funds for housing, pedestrian crossings, and a police campaign.
Pelosi address disrupted by pro-Palestinian protestors at Oxford Union: Former Speaker Nancy Pelosi (D-Calif.) was delivering an address Thursday at the Oxford ...
thehill.com/policy/international/4623596-nancy-pelosi-pro-palestinian-protestors-oxford-union/
California and cannabis: the dark side of legalization: The black market is thriving in the desert behind Los Angeles. Police officers like Sergeant Derek Stokes ...
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California schools may be required to provide kosher and halal meals: Schools with 5% of its population requesting kosher and halal diets would be required to ...
ocregister.com/2024/04/25/california-schools-may-be-required-to-provide-kosher-and-halal-meals/
Security concerns after protests: California university cancels graduation ceremony with 65,000 participants
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Indianapolis Colts select Jesuit High School’s Laiatu Latu with No. 15 pick in NFL Draft
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Quick Glance: Chicago Bears 2024 Draft Selections by Rounds Overview
- In the first round, Chicago selected Caleb Williams, QB, USC as the No. 1 overall pick from the Panthers. Williams is viewed as a potential savior for the team, possessing elite arm talent and mobility to make difficult throws.
- With the ninth pick in the first round, Chicago picked Rome Odunze, WR, Washington. Odunze, an All-American last year, is seen as a future co-WR1 with Moore.
- The Chicago Bears also had selections in the third round.
- They also had a pick in the fourth round, which came from the Eagles.
Sacramento-area taqueria to open a third spot next month: ‘We cannot wait to serve you’
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Firefighters still working on destructive fire at historic Oceanside pier: The fire was “an all-hands-on-deck” situation. The response included 144 firefighters ...
ocregister.com/2024/04/26/firefighters-contain-destructive-fire-on-landmark-wooden-pier-on-the-southern-california-coast/
San Diego official says city is ‘new epicenter’ of border crisis: A San Diego official on Thursday dubbed his city the “new epicenter” for the border crisis and ...
thehill.com/homenews/state-watch/4622989-san-diego-new-epicenter-border-crisis/
Photos: Tensions grow as pro-Palestinian demonstrations on college campuses continue
latimes.com/california/story/2024-04-26/photos-tensions-grow-as-pro-palestinian-demonstrations-on-college-campus-continue
Zelda’s pizza is getting a new owner. Will anything change at popular Sacramento spot?
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Only 360 of these whales remain. Video shows newborn ‘vital’ to recovery of species
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California driver fatally run over as he leans out to shut truck’s charging port: A man was fatally run over by his own pickup truck when he leaned out of the ...
mercurynews.com/2024/04/26/california-driver-fatally-run-over-as-he-leans-out-to-shut-trucks-charging-port/
New California rule aims to limit health care cost increases to 3% annually: A new rule in California aims to limit health care price increases to just 3% each ...
apnews.com/article/california-health-care-costs-target-cap-0aefad8c177ed3e0447dc4e17258be08
American Airlines forecasts upbeat Q2 profit as business travel rebounds: American Airlines forecast current-quarter profit largely above analysts' expectations ...
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PG&E CEO defends rising electricity bills as profits increase: Pacific Gas and Electric Co. announced a 28% rise in profits in the first quarter of 2024 compared ...
sfchronicle.com/climate/article/pge-earnings-19418124.php
In-N-Out Burger plans second WA location: The California fast-food chain has proposed a second restaurant in Clark County, with 84 indoor seats ...
columbian.com/news/2024/apr/23/in-n-out-proposes-second-clark-county-location-in-east-vancouver/
Quick Glance: In-N-Out Proposes Second Location in Clark County's East Vancouver
- In-N-Out has proposed a new location in Clark County to meet the growing demand in East Vancouver, as indicated by the pre-planning documents submitted.
- The proposed property currently hosts a vacant Rite Aid building and is set to make room for a modern development with a new restaurant if the planning application is approved.
- The plans include a spacious building accommodating 84 guests, along with a well-designed drive-thru lane for 30 cars and ample parking spaces for 74 vehicles.
- In addition to the stucco building, the restaurant will feature a patio with seating and will operate from 10:30 a.m. until midnight on weekdays and until 1:30 a.m. on weekends.
Two-vehicle head-on crash kills Roseville man and leaves 1 with major injuries, CHP says
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Cal Poly Humboldt shuts down amid ‘bloody’ Gaza protests: Cal Poly Humboldt has closed for the remainder of the year amid “bloody” Gaza protests and the ...
sfchronicle.com/bayarea/article/cal-state-humboldt-gaza-protests-19425395.php
Former UFC champion Cain Velasquez shooting trial start date set by judge: The trial date for Cain Velasquez, a former mixed-martial arts champion charged with ...
mercurynews.com/2024/04/24/cain-velasquez-shooting-trial-start-date-set-by-judge/
Quick Glance: Former UFC Champion Cain Velasquez Shooting Trial Start Date Set
- The trial for Cain Velasquez, the former mixed-martial arts champion charged with attempting to kill a man accused of molesting his child and instead shooting the man's stepfather after a lengthy South Bay car chase, is scheduled to start on September 9, as ruled by a judge on Wednesday.
- Judge Elizabeth Peterson also scheduled a pre-trial hearing for June 26 to determine the readiness of the prosecution and defense for the trial in September.
- Velasquez has been out of jail custody since November 2022, participating in wrestling and mixed-martial arts events in California and Arizona under release terms allowing court-approved travel for work.
- Velasquez, facing potential life imprisonment, is accused of shooting at Harry Goularte Jr. at least twice while he was traveling with his mother and stepfather from Morgan Hill to San Jose on February 28, 2022, to be fitted for an ankle monitor at a county office.
Fetterman, Warren lead Democrats in urging DEA to ‘swiftly’ take marijuana off Schedule I
thehill.com/policy/healthcare/4621316-fetterman-warren-democrats-dea-marijuana-scheduling/
Month after announcement, RFK Jr.'s running mate, Nicole Shanahan, remains in the shadows
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These are some of the oldest restaurants in Orange County: The county's oldest continuously operating dining establishments date back to the 1920s and ...
ocregister.com/2024/04/25/these-are-some-of-the-oldest-restaurants-in-orange-county/
Harvey Weinstein’s 2020 rape conviction overturned by appeals court: Judge at landmark trial prejudiced the former movie mogul with improper rulings ...
irishtimes.com/world/us/2024/04/25/harvey-weinsteins-2020-rape-conviction-overturned-by-appeals-court/
Quick Glance: Harvey Weinstein’s 2020 Rape Conviction Overturned
- New York's highest court overturned Harvey Weinstein's 2020 rape conviction, disappointing those who celebrated historic gains during the #MeToo era.
- The ruling was based on legal technicalities and did not exonerate Weinstein's behavior, according to #MeToo advocates.
- Weinstein, convicted in Los Angeles for another rape, will face retrial in New York, despite remaining in prison.
- The court criticized the admission of uncharged sexual acts as evidence, deeming it an abuse of judicial discretion.
Insurers' climate alliance relaunches after member exodus: A global insurance coalition intended to help curb the sector's greenhouse gas emissions has ...
reuters.com/sustainability/climate-energy/insurers-climate-alliance-relaunches-after-member-exodus-2024-04-25/
Why Your Vet Bill Is So High: Corporations and private-equity funds have been rolling up smaller chains and previously independent practices.
theatlantic.com/ideas/archive/2024/04/vet-private-equity-industry/678180/
Stunning satellite images show just how big Death Valley’s lake really was. See them
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London mayor Sadiq Khan pledges to bring Super Bowl to UK’s capital if re-elected
theathletic.com/5445154/2024/04/25/london-super-bowl-sadiq-khan/
Sage Vegan Bistro owner faces backlash after going un-vegan: When chef Mollie Engelhart took to social media to announce that Sage Vegan Bistro would start ...
latimes.com/food/story/2024-04-24/sage-vegan-bistro-no-longer-vegan-backlash
Car burglars snatch Rep. Adam Schiff's luggage in S.F.: Senatorial candidate Adam Schiff had a rude introduction to San Francisco’s vexing reputation for car ...
sfchronicle.com/bayarea/article/car-burglars-snatch-rep-adam-schiff-s-luggage-19424026.php
Napa’s Brock Bowers goes to the Raiders in first round, No. 13 overall: Napa High star Brock Bowers selected by Raiders in first round of NFL Draft.
mercurynews.com/2024/04/25/napas-brock-bowers-goes-to-the-raiders-in-first-round-no-13-overall/
Zelda’s has been dishing out pizza in Sacramento since the ’70s. Do you know its story?
sacbee.com/news/local/article287492420.html
‘Duplex’ law allowing 4 homes on a lot struck down for California’s charter cities
ocregister.com/2024/04/25/duplex-law-allowing-4-homes-on-a-lot-struck-down-for-californias-charter-cities/
Giving a hoot: How to protect owls in your backyard: Of 19 owl species found in the United States, more than half are losing populations – a similar trend to all ...
mercurynews.com/2024/04/24/giving-a-hoot-how-to-protect-owls-in-your-backyard/
Girl breaks free from man’s grasp as he tries to pull her in car, California cops say
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California prison counselor sues CDCR, alleging discrimination and whisteblower retaliation
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CDCR sues to restore punishment for prison guard who used tear gas on 2 inmates: The California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation is suing to ...
sacbee.com/news/politics-government/the-state-worker/article288014005.html
Arbor Day tree-planting isn't the climate fix it's cracked up to be: In California and beyond, responsibly managing and conserving mature forests is far more ...
latimes.com/opinion/story/2024-04-26/arbor-day-tree-planting-climate-change-california-forests
Local TV Cameras Capture Passerby’s Fight With California Mayor’s Security Detail
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Flying Squirrels debut River City unforms, designed by Richmond natives: The Flying Squirrels will wear River City jerseys Saturday, and they will be auctioned ...
richmond.com/sports/professional/mlb/flying-squirrels-river-city-jerseys-saturday-bowie/article_6a61c796-0337-11ef-8900-9f77fc53e263.html
Mayor Breed wants to make it easier to stage street fairs in S.F.: Mayor Breed wants to make it easier to stage street fairs, live events in San Francisco
sfchronicle.com/sf/article/s-f-breed-events-19424829.php
SF increasing parking ticket enforcement. Here’s where it stands: San Francisco is cracking down on parking enforcement. Here’s how many citations the agency ...
sfchronicle.com/bayarea/article/parking-crackdown-tickets-enforcement-19419079.php
Passerby picks fight with San Jose mayor’s security guard during TV interview: A man has been arrested after he disrupted an interview with San Jose, Calif. ...
thehill.com/homenews/state-watch/4621983-fight-san-jose-mayor-security-guard-during-tv-interview/
Riverside County deputy, 14 others arrested in trafficking bust: The Drug Enforcement Administration in collaboration with local law enforcement agencies busted ...
latimes.com/california/story/2024-04-26/drug-trafficking-inland-empire-arrests-and-seizures
Northern California dog owners warned by state wildlife officials to keep their canines away from raw fish
mercurynews.com/2024/04/24/dog-owners-warned-by-state-wildlife-officials-to-keep-their-canines-away-from-raw-fish/
NFL Draft: Laiatu Latu of Jesuit and UCLA could be Sacramento area’s 15th first-round pick
sacbee.com/sports/high-school/article287979320.html
30th anniversary: A look back at President Nixon’s funeral: It was the first time that five U.S. presidents and their first ladies attended the funeral of ...
ocregister.com/2024/04/25/30th-anniversary-a-look-back-at-president-nixons-funeral/
These 6 California metro areas are among most polluted in U.S., American Lung Association says
sacbee.com/news/california/article288054570.html
Best suburbs in Sacramento: Stacker compiled a list of the best suburbs in Sacramento using rankings from Niche.
sacbee.com/news/local/article288020155.html
Focus: UPS, FedEx transition to electric vans slowed by battery shortages, low supply
reuters.com/business/ups-fedex-transition-electric-vans-slowed-by-battery-shortages-low-supply-2024-04-25/
Opinion: California seeks to reform ticket sales. Warriors, 49ers fight back: There's no good reason to exempt sports from bill aiming to reshape live event ...
mercurynews.com/2024/04/26/opinion-california-wants-to-reform-ticket-sales-for-live-events-sports-teams-fight-back/
Bermuda gears up for annual Rims conference: Two hundred people are already registered to attend the Bermuda Rims reception May 7 at this year’s Riskworld 2024 ...
royalgazette.com/reinsurance/business/article/20240425/bermuda-gears-up-for-annual-rims-conference/
Rattlesnake season: Some tips to avoid getting bitten: Here's what to do and what not to do if bitten by a rattlesnake.
ocregister.com/2024/04/25/rattlesnake-season-some-tips-to-avoid-getting-bitten/
Michael Moran, former Sacramento interfaith minister, dies: Michael Moran, a former Sacramento minister, is remembered as a “beacon of light” and “interfaith ...
sacbee.com/news/local/obituaries/article288028515.html
Yosemite unveils multi-million dollar renovations ahead of summer: New hiking trails, viewing decks and modern toilets are among the improvements Yosemite ...
sfchronicle.com/california/article/yosemite-waterfalls-improvements-19408610.php
Six California House races that could determine control of Congress: From the farm towns of the Central Valley to the beaches of Orange County ...
latimes.com/california/story/2024-04-26/six-california-house-races-that-could-help-determine-control-of-congress
Mel Opotowsky, editor and 1st Amendment advocate, dies: Opotowsky was a top editor at the Riverside Press-Enterprise when the paper brought two cases before the ...
latimes.com/obituaries/story/2024-04-26/mel-opotowsky-newspaper-editor-and-first-amendment-advocate-dies-at-92
Food recalls reach highest level since the pandemic.: The U.S. Department of Agriculture and the U.S. Food and Drug Administration recorded a total of 313 food ...
latimes.com/california/story/2024-04-26/food-recalls-reach-highest-level-since-the-pandemic
PAC-SJ rummage sale brings vintage treasures to Google’s downtown San Jose site: You might not realize you've been missing a vintage Toast-O-Lator in your ...
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Honda to build $11 billion electric vehicle hub in Canada: Honda and its joint venture partners plan to invest $11 billion in Ontario, Canada ...
cnbc.com/2024/04/25/honda-to-build-11-billion-electric-vehicle-hub-in-canada.html
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