Mountain creek snow conditions

"These behaviors, which is why we are so worried because it’s completely unlike her.," said her lifelong friend, Chandler Stork, according to Fox 10 of Phoenix. "If she goes out of town, she brings her dog. She never leaves her dog for longer than a night." … [Read more...] about Missing Arizona woman, Jessica Goodwin, found alive, in critical condition, officials say

Despite the sharp declines, Zumper’s report found San Francisco remains the nation’s most expensive rental market. Despite huge drops in the country’s priciest markets in 2020, the list of the top 10 most expensive changed very little, Zumper said — indicating “just how much more expensive these rental markets were than the rest of the country.” … [Read more...] about San Jose, S.F. lead nation in plunging rent — while inland California sees most price growth

"Lake Effect snow occurs when cold air, often originating from Canada, moves across the open waters of the Great Lakes," it explains, on its website. "As the cold air passes over the unfrozen and relatively warm waters of the Great Lakes, warmth and moisture are transferred into the lowest portion of the atmosphere." The air rises and clouds form, growing into a narrow band that produces snow, the National Weather Service added. … [Read more...] about Strong winds bring elevated fire danger, risk of power outages to parts of California

It would be fatal for the nation to overlook the urgency of the moment. This sweltering summer of the Negro's legitimate discontent will not pass until there is an invigorating autumn of freedom and equality. 1963 is not an end but a beginning. Those who hoped that the Negro needed to blow off steam and will now be content will have a rude awakening if the nation returns to business as usual. There will be neither rest nor tranquility in America until the Negro is granted his citizenship rights. The whirlwinds of revolt will continue to shake the foundations of our nation until the bright day of justice emerges.  … [Read more...] about Martin Luther King Jr.’s famous ‘I Have a Dream’ speech: Full text

The strong winds also were contributing to the severe drought conditions that have gripped the San Francisco Bay Area. January is generally one of the region’s wettest months, but not this year. Most of Napa County and a portion of nearby Solano County have moved into the extreme drought designation. … [Read more...] about Winds Whip Through Bay Area Hills; Severe Turbulence Warning Issued For Bay Area Flights