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Disneyland's legal fight against Anaheim wage law nears conclusion

Published Thu, 03 Apr 2025 01:56:38 GMT

The lowest-paid cast members at Disneyland could be getting a wage increase after the California Supreme Court refused to hear an appeal from Disney regarding whether an Anaheim wage law applied to certain employees at the theme park.As first reported by the Los Angeles Times, the state’s 4th District Court of Appeal ordered raises and back pay for Disney employees, known as cast members, over the summer after a class-action lawsuit was filed.“Disney’s at the end of the road in terms of appeals,” Sarah Grossman-Swenson, an attorney representing Disney workers, told the L.A. Times. “The appellate decision is clear that Disney is required to comply with the law. The only issue left is the amount of damages.” Disneyland announces opening date for Adventureland Treehouse after extensive refurbishment In 2018, Anaheim voters passed a law requiring a $15 minimum wage for companies in Anaheim’s resort area who enjoyed “tax rebate” agreements with the city. The measure, known as Measure L...

Gronk says Taylor Swift-Travis Kelce NFL coverage is 'too much'

Published Thu, 03 Apr 2025 01:56:38 GMT

Are you tired of the Taylor Swift- Travis Kelce romance headlines?Well, so is Rob Gronkowski The four-time Super Bowl champion appeared on Kay Adams' show, "Up and Adams," and shared his thoughts on the couple. Donna Kelce and Taylor Swift are seen during the first half of a game between the Chicago Bears and the Kansas City Chiefs at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium on Sept. 24, 2023 in Kansas City, Missouri. (Photo by Jason Hanna/Getty Images)"@RobGronkowski says there is TOO MUCH Taylor Swift on TV during NFL games," the show posted to X, formerly Twitter.When Adams reasoned that the game of football doesn't change much and Swift sort of brings a breath of fresh air, Gronk wasn't having it. "I would just say ‘Bye, bye, bye.’ It’s just a little bit too much," he explained about the Kansas City Chiefs tight end's relationship with the singer.Rob Gronkowski arrives for the NFL Honors in Inglewood, Calif., on Feb. 10, 2022. (AP Photo/Marcio Jose Sanchez, File)"Yes, you can show her. ...

Psychedelic Innovation Will Be In The Air at Wonderland Miami

Published Thu, 03 Apr 2025 01:56:38 GMT

The Psychedelic World is preparing to converge on Miami to discuss another year of major progress, and a couple of hiccups, at Microdose’s annual Wonderland conference. In the last couple of years, Wonderland has become a top-tier psychedelic conference. We’ve covered the last two, and both times we were amazed by the psychedelic innovations and progress. One thing we certainly appreciate is Wonderland’s level of inclusiveness — you’ll have a shaman from deep in the Amazon sitting next to a scientist from London who didn’t have any Miami-appropriate clothes. It’s pretty great. Wonderland’s CEO, Connor Haslam, is thrilled for the third installment. “At Wonderland, we’re catalyzing the future of medicine by bringing together the world’s foremost leaders in psychedelic science, mental health, and longevity,” Haslam said. “Now in our third year, I’m thrilled to host our largest and most ambitious event yet, showcasing over 250 visionary speakers and 150 sessions designed to educat...

Super Speciosa Review 2024: Is It Worth It? Honest Feedback from Verified Customers

Published Thu, 03 Apr 2025 01:56:38 GMT

Sponsored ContentAuthor: Jamila KhanJamila is an avid researcher of all things cannabis-related with a passion for creating content in several niches, particularly the cannabis-related niche. She has written over several hundred articles on all the latest trends in edibles, vaping, strains and related products.Super Speciosa is often hailed as a leading vendor of high-quality, all-natural kratom products. There are many highly positive Super Speciosa Kratom reviews by satisfied returning customers.But is Super Speciosa really legit? And are their products safe?Our expert-vetted Super Speciosa review will explore the brand’s commitment to purity, potency, quality control, and more.We’ll explore everything you need to know about their kratom products, third-party testing, and more. Super Speciosa review – ready, set, go!Super Speciosa Review: First LookSuper Speciosa is a prominent player in the kratom market, frequently ranked among the top vendors to buy kratom onl...

Man killed in East San Jose shooting; suspect still at large

Published Thu, 03 Apr 2025 01:56:38 GMT

SAN JOSE — A man was shot and killed Wednesday night in East San Jose, according to authorities.Police found the man suffering from at least one gunshot wound after responding around 9:13 p.m. to a report of a shooting on the 1600 block of Tully Road.Related ArticlesCrime and Public Safety | Baby delivered after fatal hit-and-run crash in San Jose dies Crime and Public Safety | Exclusive: Santa Clara County to review its own role leading up to baby’s fentanyl death Crime and Public Safety | Teen arrested after dolls tied in nooses found hanging at three Saratoga schools last year Crime and Public Safety | New South Bay center in Gilroy offers universal service to victims of violent crimes Crime and Public Safety | San Jose police say food delivery driver forced himself into motel room before sexually assaulting a minor He was pronounced dead at the scene. The Santa Clara County Office of the Medical Exam...

Sunnyvale murder suspect identified 44 years after the crime, police say

Published Thu, 03 Apr 2025 01:56:38 GMT

SUNNYVALE — For nearly 44 years, Estella Elena Mena’s death was a mystery. On Oct. 27, 1979, the 18-year-old woman was working as a security guard in the lobby of a Sunnyvale business when she was brutally stabbed multiple times during an attempted sexual assault, leading to her death at a hospital later that night.According to police, there were no suspects or leads in the homicide case — until now.The Sunnyvale Department of Public Safety announced Thursday that Mena’s alleged killer has been identified through forensic testing as Samuel Silva, who was also 18-years-old at the time of the slaying.According to authorities, a sample of male blood was found at the original crime scene but a positive identification was unable to be made for decades. In Oct. 2022, Sunnyvale police submitted the sample for additional testing, which yielded new leads about the suspect’s identity.Related ArticlesCrime and Public Safety | DNA evidence unveils Santa Cruz 1982 co...

Home sale prices from Santa Clara and The Peninsula, October 22, 2023

Published Thu, 03 Apr 2025 01:56:38 GMT

Residential transactions in Santa Clara and The Peninsula. Click here to browse previous weeks’ transactions.Occasional incorrectly reported, atypical home sales and special circumstances may be listed or alter the average cost per square foot. If the cost looks erroneous, please email [email protected] for more information.Atherton 94027122 Tuscaloosa Avenue $13,410,00009/05/23 Built 1947670 SF, 1 BR, 1 BTH191 Glenwood Avenue $5,500,00009/06/23 Built 19961400 SF, 2 BR, 1 BTH Belmont 94002 2519 Lincoln Avenue $1,775,00009/07/23 Built 19631900 SF, 3 BR, 2.5 BTH Brisbane 94005 124 Solano Street $1,085,00009/08/23 Built 1931860 SF, 2 BR, 1 BTH321 Callippe Court $970,00009/08/23 Built 19991520 SF, 3 BR, 2 BTH Burlingame 94010 1117 Summer Avenue $1,655,00009/06/23 Built 19271130 SF, 2 BR, 1 BTH1401 Paloma Avenue $1,631,00009/05/23 Built 19361220 SF, 2 BR, 1 BTH1820 Capistrano Way $3,100,00009/07/23 Built 19642100 SF, 4 BR, 2 BTH1838 Ogden Drive #106 $1,368,00009/07/23 Bu...

Sale closed in Milpitas: $2.3 million for a four-bedroom home

Published Thu, 03 Apr 2025 01:56:38 GMT

650 Calle del Prado – Google Street ViewThe spacious property located in the 600 block of Calle del Prado in Milpitas was sold on Oct. 13, 2023. The $2,299,000 purchase price works out to $800 per square foot. The house, built in 1979, has an interior space of 2,874 square feet. This two-story house provides a generous living space with its four bedrooms and three baths. Additionally, the house includes a two-car garage.These nearby houses have also recently been purchased:In January 2023, a 1,608-square-foot home on Canada Drive in Milpitas sold for $1,490,000, a price per square foot of $927. The home has 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.On Tramway Drive, Milpitas, in May 2023, a 1,462-square-foot home was sold for $1,500,000, a price per square foot of $1,026. The home has 4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.A 2,217-square-foot home on the 800 block of Canada Drive in Milpitas sold in September 2022, for $1,800,000, a price per square foot of $812. The home has 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. 

Tech companies, big bank slash hundreds more Bay Area jobs as layoffs widen

Published Thu, 03 Apr 2025 01:56:38 GMT

SAN RAMON — Tech companies and a big bank have slashed a combined hundreds more jobs in the Bay Area, unsettling revelations that arrive on the heels of monthly job losses in the once-robust region.Roku, Bloom Energy and BMO have revealed plans to chop a total of 411 jobs in the Bay Area, according to official notices filed with the state labor agency.With the layoffs by streaming video giant Roku and green technology firm Bloom Energy, an additional 183 tech jobs are being cut.Here are the details for the latest job cuts in the Bay Area as detailed in WARN notices sent to the state Employment Development Department:— BMO, which conducted the layoffs after it bought Bank of the West, has decided to slash 228 jobs in the Bay Area. These include 200 job cuts in San Ramon and another 28 in San Francisco.— Roku, which has orchestrated three distinct rounds of layoffs, including one batch in 2022 and two events in 2023, told the EDD it has decided to chop 136 jobs in Sa...

San Jose: Long-awaited rooftop restaurant in Willow Glen opens Monday

Published Thu, 03 Apr 2025 01:56:38 GMT

“When?” has been the top question for months in San Jose’s Willow Glen.Finally, there’s an answer. Copita, the highly anticipated rooftop restaurant and tequila bar from celebrity chef Joanne Weir — her first in Silicon Valley — will start serving at 5 p.m, Monday, Oct. 30.Related ArticlesRestaurants, Food and Drink | In-N-Out Burger’s 2024 T-shirt is now on sale Restaurants, Food and Drink | 7 incredible Bay Area things to do this weekend Restaurants, Food and Drink | A Michelin Bib Gourmand Mexican restaurant is set to open in Emeryville Restaurants, Food and Drink | Meet the Bay Area sushi chef who’s become a YouTube star Restaurants, Food and Drink | Panera lemonade blamed for killing college student who avoided caffeine For the first few weeks, it will be first come, first served. Dinner will be served daily, 5 to 9 p.m. Sunday-Thursday, 5 to 10 p.m. Friday-...