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Virginia Department of Military Affairs Seeks Part-Time Firefighter/EMT for Fort Pickett

Virginia Department of Military Affairs Seeks Part-Time Firefighter/EMT for Fort Pickett

The Virginia Department of Military Affairs is recruiting for a part-time Firefighter/EMT position at the Joint Training Center (JTC) Fort Pickett in Nottoway, Virginia. This role is critical for the Emergency Services Branch, which covers a 41,000-acre area including a Garrison Area, Maneuver Training Areas, Range Areas, Blackstone Army Airfield (BAAF), and Natural Forested Areas. The primary responsibilities include fire prevention, protection, education, emergency medical services, and emergency response. Applicants must possess specific certifications, including Firefighter II, Emergency Vehicle Operators Course (EVOC) Level 3, and HAZMAT Operations. A valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record is also required. The position is hourly, with hours limited to 1500 per year, averaging 29 hours per week, and is ineligible for state benefits. The next recruitment process for a firefighter position is set to begin in December 2026 for applications received by November 30, 2026.

National Weather Service Issues Flood Advisory for Northern California Amidst Substantial Rainfall

National Weather Service Issues Flood Advisory for Northern California Amidst Substantial Rainfall

The National Weather Service (NWS) has issued an updated flood advisory for several Northern California counties, including Alameda, Contra Costa, San Francisco, San Mateo, and Santa Clara. The advisory, released on Friday at 2:42 p.m., is in effect until 5 p.m., warning of flooding caused by excessive rainfall. The NWS San Francisco CA reports minor flooding in low-lying and poor drainage areas, water over roadways, overflowing poor drainage areas, and ponding of water in urban or other areas. Residents are strongly advised to 'Turn around, don’t drown' when encountering flooded roads, as most flood deaths occur in vehicles. The NWS also provides guidance on flood safety, including seeking higher ground, adhering to evacuation orders, disconnecting utilities, and avoiding walking or driving through floodwaters.

Stanford Medicine and Sutter Health Inaugurate New Cancer Center in Oakland

Stanford Medicine and Sutter Health Inaugurate New Cancer Center in Oakland

Stanford Medicine and Sutter Health have officially opened a new cancer center in Oakland, California. The Stanford Medicine Sutter Health Cancer Center, located on Sutter Health’s Alta Bates Summit Medical Center campus in the Pill Hill neighborhood, is the result of a joint venture announced in 2021. This new facility aims to provide comprehensive cancer care, offering outpatient services, infusion, imaging, radiation oncology, surgery, breast health, and pharmacy services all in one centralized location. The center will be staffed by over 70 physicians and advanced practice providers, alongside 300 staff members. Dr. Laura Crocitto, executive medical director of oncology services at Sutter Health, emphasized that the integrated approach will simplify the complex experience for cancer patients by connecting specialists, treatments, and support services. The initiative addresses a critical need, as the 2025-2027 Alameda County Community Health Assessment identified cancer as the leading cause of death in ...

DHS Enhances Counter-UAS Technology and Security Planning for 2028 Olympics

DHS Enhances Counter-UAS Technology and Security Planning for 2028 Olympics

The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) is actively working to improve its counter-Unmanned Aerial System (UAS) technology and overall security planning in preparation for the 2028 Olympic Games in Los Angeles. The games are expected to host over 15,000 athletes and numerous fans, with the torch relay spanning all 50 U.S. states, necessitating extensive security measures. Building on lessons learned from the FIFA World Cup, DHS officials are focusing on state and local partnerships, drone mitigation, and command center operations. The agency initiated a $1.5 billion effort in August to bolster drone defenses, with awards to major vendors, and plans to allocate an additional $250 million in fiscal year 2027 to enhance state and local drone detection and mitigation capabilities.

San Jose Declares Local Emergency Due to El Niño Flood Risk, Accelerating Preparations

San Jose Declares Local Emergency Due to El Niño Flood Risk, Accelerating Preparations

San Jose, California, has declared a local emergency to expedite flood preparations and allocate $5.5 million from city reserves in anticipation of a potentially severe El Niño winter. This declaration, effective immediately, aims to cut bureaucratic red tape, allowing for faster emergency contracts and granting city management the authority to enforce mandatory evacuations and reassign staff if storm conditions worsen. The move comes nearly a decade after catastrophic floods in February 2017, which inundated several neighborhoods, damaged over 500 homes, and forced the evacuation of 14,000 residents, particularly around Rock Springs, Naglee Park, and nearby mobile home parks. Emergency officials are applying lessons learned from the 2017 disaster to guide current preparations, even as major flood protection projects are still years from completion. The declaration has no set expiration date, requiring city staff to report to the City Council every 60 days for review.

Bay Area Voters Approve New Sales and Parcel Taxes to Fund Transit and Muni Operations

Bay Area Voters Approve New Sales and Parcel Taxes to Fund Transit and Muni Operations

Voters in five Bay Area counties—Alameda, Contra Costa, San Francisco, San Mateo, and Santa Clara—have approved the Regional Transit Measure (RTM), introducing new sales taxes to prevent transit service cuts. This measure includes a 1% sales tax in San Francisco and a 0.5% sales tax in the other four counties, set to last 14 years. These sales taxes are scheduled to take effect on April 1, 2027, and will apply to items already subject to California sales tax, such as food, clothes, and furniture. Additionally, San Francisco voters approved Proposition H, a 15-year parcel tax on property owners, which will fund Muni transit operations and administration. This parcel tax will appear on San Francisco property tax bills for the 2027-28 fiscal year, with most single-family residential owners facing a $129 charge in the first year, increasing with inflation. Landlords of rent-controlled units may pass up to 50% of this tax, capped at $65 per unit annually, onto renters.

Helen Keller International Seeks Senior Officer for US Media Relations to Boost Regional Visibility

Helen Keller International Seeks Senior Officer for US Media Relations to Boost Regional Visibility

Helen Keller International is actively seeking a Senior Officer, US Media to enhance the visibility of its US-based programs, particularly its US Vision program, within targeted regional media markets. The primary focus for this role will be on New York and California, identified as key donor geographies. This position, which can be remote with a preference for candidates in New York or California, involves the full cycle of regional media engagement. Responsibilities include developing and pitching stories and op-eds, writing press releases, cultivating relationships with regional journalists, preparing spokespersons, fact-checking, and reporting on media coverage results. The Senior Officer will work with a moderate degree of autonomy, managing their own portfolio of media relationships while collaborating with the Manager, Media Relations and other internal teams to align media strategies with organizational objectives and fundraising goals. The role aims to elevate Helen Keller International's profile ...

House Science Committee Chairman Brian Babin Applauds Senate Passage of Weather Act Reauthorization

House Science Committee Chairman Brian Babin Applauds Senate Passage of Weather Act Reauthorization

House Science, Space, and Technology Committee Chairman Brian Babin (R-Texas-36) has expressed his approval of the Senate's unanimous passage of the bipartisan Weather Research and Forecasting Innovation Reauthorization Act of 2026 (Weather Act). According to a Texas Insider report, Chairman Babin emphasized the critical need for reliable weather forecasts and timely warnings to safeguard American lives and property. He cited last year's severe floods in Texas as a stark reminder of the necessity to enhance severe weather prediction and communication of vital information to affected communities. The Weather Act Reauthorization aims to modernize the nation's forecasting capabilities and bolster emergency preparedness. This legislation builds upon a bill previously advanced by the House Science, Space, and Technology Committee and represents a bipartisan, bicameral agreement to protect American communities from severe weather events.

Allied Universal Seeks Firefighter for Steel Mill in East Chicago, Indiana

Allied Universal Seeks Firefighter for Steel Mill in East Chicago, Indiana

Allied Universal Seeks Firefighter for Steel Mill in East Chicago, Indiana

Nationwide Insurance Expands Financial Services with Senior Retirement Specialist Role in California

Nationwide Insurance Expands Financial Services with Senior Retirement Specialist Role in California

Nationwide Insurance Expands Financial Services with Senior Retirement Specialist Role in California

States Face Community Opposition to Battery Farms Despite Energy Grid Needs

States Face Community Opposition to Battery Farms Despite Energy Grid Needs

Across the U.S., states and utilities are rapidly developing 'battery farms' to store energy and meet growing power demands. These facilities, primarily using lithium-ion batteries, have seen a tenfold increase in capacity since 2022, with another doubling projected by the end of 2028. This growth is driven by the need to stabilize the grid, support the transition to clean energy, and store surplus power from renewable sources like solar for peak demand times. However, this expansion is encountering significant community opposition. Nearly 200 communities have either passed or proposed moratoriums on battery farm construction, largely due to concerns over fire risks and the potential for toxic smoke. Residents in areas like Snoqualmie, Washington, and Watsonville, California, have voiced strong objections to proposed facilities near residential areas, schools, and critical infrastructure, leading developers to sometimes seek state-level approval to bypass local jurisdictions.

Long Beach Implements Speed Camera Program to Combat Rising Fatal Crashes

Long Beach Implements Speed Camera Program to Combat Rising Fatal Crashes

Long Beach, California, has activated a speed camera program at 18 locations across the city, with two cameras in each City Council district. These cameras began issuing warnings on October 7 and will start issuing citations on December 7. The initiative aims to address a significant increase in fatal crashes, with 53 recorded last year—the highest in over a decade—and 41 so far this year, surpassing the number of homicides. Half of the camera locations are on streets with high rates of deadly or severe accidents, while the other half are situated in school zones or areas known for street racing. The cameras capture only the rear license plates of vehicles, and citations, ranging from $50 to $500 depending on the speed over the limit, are mailed to the registered owner. Long Beach officials estimate the program will generate approximately $5 million in revenue in its first year, with half covering administrative costs and the remainder funding traffic-calming measures in high-need neighborhoods. This progr...