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Californians could soon be drinking toilet water, sort of

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 14:06:56 GMT

When a toilet is flushed in California, the water can end up in a lot of places: An ice skating rink in Ontario, ski slopes around Lake Tahoe, and farmland in the Central Valley.And — coming soon — kitchen faucets.California regulators on Tuesday approved new rules to let water agencies recycle wastewater and put it right back into the pipes that carry drinking water to homes, schools and businesses.It's a big step for a state that has struggled for decades to have a reliable source of drinking water for its more than 39 million residents. And it signals a shift in public opinion on a subject that as recently as two decades ago prompted backlash that scuttled similar projects.Since then, California has been through multiple extreme droughts, including the most recent one that scientists say was the driest three-year period on record and left the state's reservoirs at dangerously low levels.The Silicon Valley Advance Water Purification Center is pic...

Celebrate The Holidays With a Buffet Brunch at Yamashiro

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 14:06:56 GMT

Yamashiro Hollywood celebrates Christmas with a buffet brunch on the 23rd of December. The best way to celebrate the holidays is by spending quality time with family. With schools and work on break, many families finally have time to spend with their loved ones. That being said, the holidays can also be stressful. Planning get-togethers with family and friends takes a lot of effort because many want their events to be full of joy in order to fuel the magic of the holidays. As a result, many families look for excursions and restaurants they can visit that inspire Christmas cheer without all the prep and hard work.Located in the heart of Los Angeles, atop the Hollywood Hills, Yamashiro is a luxury Japanese-American fusion restaurant. With stunning views of the city, Yamashiro is a must visit any time of the year, but especially during the holidays.This year, Yamashiro Hollywood is taking on the responsibility of bringing Christmas to life so that families can enjoy their time together...

Rudy Mawer, Celebrity Marketer, Takes on Hollywood with a New TV Show

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 14:06:56 GMT

In an exciting turn of events, the renowned business influencer and celebrity marketer Rudy Mawer is set to make his big splash in Hollywood. Famous for his distinctive red brand and as the brain behind numerous successful marketing campaigns for large A-list celebrities and Billion dollar brands, Mawer took to social media last week to tease his followers about a new TV show. Though he kept the details close to his chest, there’s mounting speculation that the show might debut on live team or one of the major streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon, Apple TV or HBO Max.As stated on his Instagram post @RudyMawerLife, this move marks Mawer’s first official step into the Hollywood scene, a not-so-surprising shift, given his extensive network of celebrity friends, partners, and high-profile clients, paired with his powerful and unique red clothing and head turning fashion statements.Rudy Mawer Spotted in Philadelphia at the start of December with his film crew for The Rocky...

Man Pronounced Dead after Head-On Collision on Roblar Road [Petaluma, CA]

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 14:06:56 GMT

Male Driver Killed in Two-Vehicle Accident near Stony Point RoadPETALUMA, CA (December 19, 2023) – One man died early Saturday in a head-on collision on Roblar Road near Stony Point Road. The incident occurred at approximately 5:00 p.m.According to reports, the operator of a westbound Volvo SUV unexpectedly swerved into oncoming lanes, resulting in a head-on collision with an eastbound Toyota. Emergency medical personnel arrived at the scene and declared the Toyota driver deceased; however, authorities have not disclosed the individual’s identity at this time.Simultaneously, paramedics conveyed the female Volvo driver to Santa Rosa Memorial Hospital for the treatment of injuries deemed non-life-threatening. Subsequently, the unidentified woman was apprehended for driving under the influence (DUI) after displaying signs of intoxication.Additional details concerning the fatal head-on collision on Roblar Road will be provided by Petaluma officials as soon as they become ava...

Zelenskyy says he’s confident Ukraine will get more US aid

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 14:06:56 GMT

By Illia Novikov | Associated PressKYIV, Ukraine (AP) — Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said Tuesday he’s certain the United States will make good on its promise to provide billions of dollars in further aid for Kyiv to continue its fight against Russia, and he bluntly replied “No,” to a question about whether his country might lose the war.Speaking at an end-of-year news conference in Kyiv, Zelenskyy also dismissed suggestions that Moscow’s forces have come out of 2023 on top after mostly beating back Ukraine’s counteroffensive and stepping up its military production.“Russia failed to achieve any of its goals” this year, he said, although he conceded Ukraine still faces “lots of challenges” after expending Western military hardware in the counteroffensive that failed to make an impression on the 1,000-kilometer (600-mile) front line.The U.S. Congress has left town for the holidays without a deal to send some $61 billion ...

The top 10 most expensive home sales in San Jose, reported the week of Dec. 4

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 14:06:56 GMT

A house that sold for $3.2 million tops the list of the most expensive residential real estate sales in San Jose in the past week.In total, 33 residential real estate sales were recorded in the area during the past week, with an average price of $2 million, $1,008 per square foot.The prices in the list below concern real estate sales where the title was recorded during the week of Dec. 4 even if the property may have been sold earlier.10. $2 million, single-family house in the 1600 block of Grizilo DriveThe sale of the single-family home in the 1600 block of Grizilo Drive, San Jose, has been finalized. The price was $2,025,000, and the new owners took over the house in November. The house was built in 1963 and has a living area of 2,191 square feet. The price per square foot was $924. The house features five bedrooms and three bathrooms.Grizilo Drive9. $2.1 million, single-family home in the 1600 block of Don Ave.The property in the 1600 block of Don Ave. in San Jose has new owners....

First Chipotle in Hayward opens Tuesday

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 14:06:56 GMT

(KRON) -- Chipotle Mexican Grill is opening its first location in Hayward on Tuesday, the company announced in a press release. The restaurant will be located at 22263 Foothill Boulevard and be open every day from 10:45 a.m. until 10 p.m.Menu items, according to Chipotle, will include the "fan-favorite" Carne Asada, which will be only available for a limited time. Beloved Newark restaurant closes after nearly 54 years The Hayward Chipotle location is currently hiring. On average, there are about 25 jobs available per location, according to Chipotle. "We are always looking for communities where we can serve responsibly sourced, classically cooked, real food and establish new local partnerships, and the Hayward area is a great fit," said a Chipotle spokesperson. "We’re pleased with the response to our existing locations in the Bay area, and hope the community enjoys our new Hayward restaurant."Currently, Chipotle operates over 100 locations throughout the Bay Area.

SF man suffers life-threatening injuries in robbing, stabbing in SoMA Monday night

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 14:06:56 GMT

(BCN) -- A man suffered life-threatening injuries when he was robbed and stabbed in San Francisco's South of Market neighborhood on Monday night, according to police. The attack was reported shortly after 9 p.m. in the area of Seventh and Mission streets. Hundreds of drug dealers arrested in SF six-month crackdown The 21-year-old victim had his cellphone taken in the robbery. He was taken to a hospital to be treated for stab wounds and an update on his condition was not immediately available Tuesday. No arrest has been made and investigators have not released a description of the suspected stabber.Anyone with information about the case is asked to call the SFPD tip line at (415) 575-4444 or to send a tip by text message to TIP411 with SFPD at the start of the message.Copyright © 2023 Bay City News, Inc.

Mountain View crash at Sonia and Miramonte leaves two teens with major injuries

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 14:06:56 GMT

(KRON) -- Two teens suffered major injuries Tuesday morning following a crash at the intersection of Sonia Way and Miramonte Avenue, the Mountain View Police Department said. Initial reports suggested that the roadway would be closed for several hours.A black sedan collided with a tree in the area shortly before 10 a.m., police said. Mountain View PD and Mountain View Fire Department personnel responded and found the car lodged against a tree on a driveway of a home. Hundreds of drug dealers arrested in SF six-month crackdown Three teenagers were found at the scene and taken to an area hospital for treatment. At least two of the teens suffered major injuries, police said. The cause of the crash is under investigation.Traffic in the area is still being impacted. Police advise drivers to expect traffic delays and seek alternate routes if possible.

Chelsea and Fulham win penalty shootouts to reach English League Cup semifinals

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 14:06:56 GMT

Chelsea’s faltering first season under Mauricio Pochettino could yet be saved by the English League Cup.The London club reached the semifinals by beating Newcastle 4-2 in a penalty shootout on Tuesday, with the game only getting that far thanks to a goal by Chelsea winger Mykhailo Mudryk in the second minute of stoppage time that made it 1-1 at Stamford Bridge.Newcastle right back Kieran Trippier was at fault for that goal and he was one of two visiting players to fail to score his penalty. Matt Ritchie was the other, as stand-in goalkeeper Đorđe Petrović made the save to end the shootout.Chelsea is languishing in 10th place in the Premier League despite having spent more than $1 billion on players in the last three transfer windows and having no European competitions to disrupt its schedule.Pochettino is starting to come under some pressure for failing to get a group of talented players to gel so this cup run could be huge in gaining some momentum. The explosion of joy inside the s...