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SAN FRANCISCO – A 70-foot, female blue whale that officials believe was struck by a ship has washed ashore on the Northern California coast in what scientists are calling a rare occurrence.
The whale was first spotted on shore near Fort Bragg in Mendocino County on Monday night, hours after an ocean survey vessel reported hitting a whale a few miles away, said Joe Cordaro, a wildlife biologist with the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration's marine fisheries service.
Blue whales are the world's largest mammals.
more in the link...SAN FRANCISCO – A 70-foot, female blue whale that officials believe was struck by a... more
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Since the late 1990s, sound artist Walter Kitundu has been creating his own musical instruments, all of which are built around one central element -- the phonographic turntable. Kitundu disassembles and reconfigures his turntables to integrate elements from traditional instruments, alternative and unstable power sources, and other technologies, including effect pedals and MIDI equipment.
http://www.kitundu.com/
http://www.macfound.org/site/c.lkLXJ8MQKrH/b.4537271/k.9BF4/Walter_Kitundu.htmSince the late 1990s, sound artist Walter Kitundu has been creating his own musical... more
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On Thursday, January 29, 2009, PG&E caught a major renewable energy wave as the California Public Utilities Commission approved $4.8 million in funding their centerpiece wave energy project, WaveConnect. The program also received an additional $1.2 million in matching funds from the Department of Energy. PG&E’s WaveConnect, a project already two years in the making, launches with a $6M kitty.
The CPUC and the DOE are betting on this opportunity as in this funding scenario engineered by PG&E, the CPUC awards $4.2M in ratepayer funds while the DOE $1.2M is a matching grant.On Thursday, January 29, 2009, PG&E caught a major renewable energy wave as the... more
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Click on the "MMS Announces Milestones in Energy Development" AT LINK,
or here: http://www.mms.gov/ooc/press/2009/press0116.htm to find out.
Here's a hint: OFFSHORE OIL DRILLING!
If you're inspired to give your input, the info is below, or at the MMS site.
The public may submit comments on the Draft Proposed Program during the next 60 days by using the online commenting system here: http://www.regulations.gov/
or by mail to:
Minerals Management Service
Attention: Leasing Division (LD)
381 Elden Street, MS-4010
Herndon, VA 20170-4817
The public may submit comments on the scope of the Programmatic EIS, significant issues that should be addressed, alternatives that should be considered, scenario development, and the types of G&G activities and geographical areas of interest on the Atlantic OCS. Comments may be submitted electronically here: GGEIS@mms.gov
or in written form enclosed in an envelope labeled “Comments on the PEIS Scope” and mailed (or hand carried) to:
Regional Supervisor
Leasing and Environment (MS 5410)
Minerals Management Service
Gulf of Mexico OCS Region
1201 Elmwood Park Boulevard
New Orleans, Louisiana 70123-2394Click on the "MMS Announces Milestones in Energy Development" AT LINK,
or here:... more
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You might not know it from the textbooks, but California's gold rush was also a mercury rush. Quicksilver mines near San Jose provided gold miners with the mercury they needed to separate gold from ore. 150 years later, we're still facing the consequences of gold-rush era mercury, much of which is lodged in the Bay's mud and in its fish.You might not know it from the textbooks, but California's gold rush was also a... more
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Since 1995, astronomers have identified more than 200 new planets, but these planets aren't in our solar system. Known as exoplanets, they're the planets orbiting other suns and Bay Area scientists are leading the search. QUEST reports on some of the latest efforts to find new planets-- and maybe even life-- in outer space.
KQED QUEST Radio ReportSince 1995, astronomers have identified more than 200 new planets, but these planets... more
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Sea otters, the fuzzy mascots of the California coast, have fought back for 75 years from near-extinction, but now their population has mysteriously stalled. Pollution from land-- perhaps even a parasite in cat litter-- may be the culprit.Sea otters, the fuzzy mascots of the California coast, have fought back for 75 years... more
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Northern California has a storied, 500-year history of sailing. But despite this rich heritage, scientists and boat designers continue to learn more each day about what makes a sail boat move. Contrary to what you might expect, the physics of sailing still present some mysteries to modern sailors.Northern California has a storied, 500-year history of sailing. But despite this rich... more
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A Ukiah man known for his conspicuous pot-growing operations has filed a federal civil rights lawsuit claiming Mendocino County law enforcement officers ignored his request for an attorney while conducting a search of his home in February.
Amy Goodman on marijuana arrests:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9P9BLxo_GKYA Ukiah man known for his conspicuous pot-growing operations has filed a federal civil... more
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This needs to be on current tv because this is a real issue still relivant in the Richmond community. This contains some in depth information about the city of Richmond's violence and street culture. Alot of footage shown even news cameras couldn't get. Please support the stopping of violence in Richmond California.
This short has been screened at the San Francisco Black Film Festival & the Oakland International Film Festival 2007.
This needs to be on current tv because this is a real issue still relivant in the... more
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The Infrastructure is the third group album by Bullys Wit Fullys released in 2006. Messy Marv and Guce make up this year's installment of the group, with the first two albums by Killa Tay and Guce. The album features production from prominent Bay Area producers E-A-Ski and Sean T, as well as Toure, and Toy Shop. Features include Clyde Carson, Mistah F.A.B., Keak Da Sneak, Yukmouth, Killa Keise, and other Bay Area artists. The street anthem "So Hood" produced by E-A-Ski and featuring Clyde Carson was the first single released for the album, in which a video was also shot for and was in heavy rotation on MTV Jams.
The Infrastructure is the third group album by Bullys Wit Fullys released in 2006.... more
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This is a vintage interview from 2006 with Bay Area Super Producer TRAXAMILLION. Traxamillion gives you in depth info about who he is, Bay Area Hip Hop, Colabs, influences,his recording process, & his album The Slapp Addict. He has become one of the most watched producers in the industry with hits such as Keak da Sneak's "Super Hyphy" and Dem Hoodstarz "Grown Man Remix". His first album, The Slapp Addict, is a compilation of talent in the Bay Area. This is a vintage interview from 2006 with Bay Area Super Producer TRAXAMILLION.... more
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Interesting article not only about bikes, but the multiple ways many people have found around instead of driving. Scooters, public transportation, and my fave: the lovely bicycle
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Gas prices have also driven more people to commute by bike. BART officials report an increase of 10 to 15 percent in bicycles aboard trains, and bike racks at stations are fuller than ever. In San Francisco, a traffic count by the Municipal Transportation Authority in July found that during a one-hour stretch of the morning commute, there were more bicycles than cars, taxis, buses and streetcars heading eastbound on Market Street. According to Judson True, an authority spokesman, 509 bike riders were tallied compared with 400 cars, 43 taxis and 30 transit vehicles. On Bike to Work Day in May, he said, officials counted twice as many bikes as motorized vehicles.Interesting article not only about bikes, but the multiple ways many people have found... more
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One day while riding her bike in Mt. Tamalpais, Marin County resident Marilyn Price had an idea of getting kids and bicycles together. That idea shortly became Trips for Kids. Founded in 1986, and a non-profit since 1988, Trips for Kids has benefited more than 1200 kids annually.
Truly inspiring story click on image or ‹here› for the full San Francisco Chronicle article (by Shelah Moody, Chronicle Staff Writer)
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Each week, The Chronicle features a Bay Area resident who has won a Jefferson Award for making a difference in his or her community. The awards are administered by the American Institute for Public Service, a national foundation that honors community service. Bay Area residents profiled in The Chronicle are also featured on CBS5-TV and KCBS-AM, which are Jefferson Award media partners, along with The Chronicle.
One day while riding her bike in Mt. Tamalpais, Marin County resident Marilyn Price... more
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If you are new to the put your bike on buses to cross those wonderful bridges or skip those hills (...) those weird looking racks in front of the bus could be a breeze to use. After this video you'll be a pro. It is basic and informative. (found thru the East Bay Bike coalition)
Not to mention the awesome mustache the bus driver is sporting.
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Have fun out there and remember that AC transit, and other Bay are services are alternatives to connect the bay. (bus-ferry-bart-CALtrans van during rush hour) for more info and an additional MUNI video go to the always resourceful, SFbike coalition:
http://www.sfbike.org/?transitIf you are new to the put your bike on buses to cross those wonderful bridges or skip... more
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fact one/ this was not critical mass
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fact two/ I am unaware with certainty what words/actions were exchanged that caused this incident. Im the usual slow rider behind checking stuff, like this.
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lets coexist fact one/ this was not critical mass
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fact two/ I am unaware with certainty... more
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BMX makes it's debut in Beijing this year and Donny Robinson, an 18 year veteran of the sport, is one of the top prospects for the U.S. Gold. In this pod, by vc2 producers Chris Soule & David Paterson, we see some of the hard work that has made Donny one of the sport's most dominant figures.BMX makes it's debut in Beijing this year and Donny Robinson, an 18 year veteran of... more
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Asides the documentary, The Bridge what do you think about this proposal?
The estimate financial quantity changes constantly (increases) every time this is brought up.
For us, SF-Marin residents this is frequently a diminutive (or often not even mentioned) of the news as it is terribly sad to envision the tragic events.
(About 20 people jump from the span every year, according to the district. But last year 38 people jumped; 10 people had jumped through May 30 this year, according to the district. More than 1,300 people have jumped to their deaths since the bridge opened in 1937.)
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I think that if they go ahead and do this one, then in the near future they will have to do something about the new Bay Bridge (connecting San Francisco-Eastbay/Oakland) which is to open in a few years with a pedestrian area.
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ERECTING a suicide barrier on the Golden Gate Bridge could cost as much as $50 million, according to an environmental assessment released Monday by the Golden Gate Bridge District.
"The cost is astronomical," said Marin Supervisor Hal Brown, a member of the bridge district's Board of Directors. "I'm all for some type of barrier, but where we get that kind of money I have no idea. Maybe through grants."
Initial estimates had pegged construction of a barrier at $15 million to $25 million.
The report also details several design options under consideration, including:
- Adding an 8-foot vertical fencing system to the existing 4-foot-tall hand rail, for a total height of 12 feet.
- Adding an 8-foot-tall horizontal fencing system to the 4-foot-tall hand rail with a "winglet" or panel on top, totaling 12 feet in height. Ê
- Replacing the 4-foot-tall hand rail with a 12-foot-tall vertical fence.
- Replacing the 4-foot-tall handrail with a 10-foot-tall horizontal fence with a winglet on top, for a total height of 10 feet. Ê
- Adding a horizontal net system 20 feet below the sidewalk that extends 20 feet from the bridge.
The netting system is the least expensive option at $25 million, while all other options would cost $40 million to $50 million.
The document said the visual impact of the netting would be minimal, except when viewed from Vista Point on the northeast side of the span - where it would be considered an "adverse" impact.
The other fencing options would be considered of "minimal" visual impact away from the span except at Vista Point, but the view from on the bridge would be considered "adverse" or "strongly adverse."
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About 20 people jump from the span every year, according to the district. But last year 38 people jumped; 10 people had jumped through May 30 this year, according to the district. More than 1,300 people have jumped to their deaths since the bridge opened in 1937.
Discussion of a barrier began in the 1950s. Before the most recent initiative to erect a barrier, the issue was considered in 1999, when a 100-foot prototype fence was unveiled. But officials determined the design was not foolproof and was a bad fit, and it was abandoned.
The issue got national attention when filmmaker Eric Steel revealed he spent all of 2004 filming people leaping from the span for a documentary titled "The Bridge."Asides the documentary, The Bridge what do you think about this proposal?
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