Gas Explosion Levels Neighborhood
A natural gas line explosion in San Bruno, California shot up fire that killed at least four people and injured 20 others. The blaze destroyed three homes and damaged dozens more. Residence of the effected area claim they have been calling PG&E complaining of a gas odor for weeks before the explosion.
“We haven’t got confirmation about any complaints, but we have records to confirm exactly the phone calls looked like and when they occurred.” PG&E President Chris Johns told reporters.
State Assemblyman Jerry Hill, representative for San Bruno and surrounding cities, is pushing for answers regarding the cause of the explosion. “The residents deserve to know if PG&E used correct procedures in the days and weeks leading up to the disaster” he said.
To date the utility company states they could not confirm resident reports and they are “looking into it”.
New Teaching Assignment for Professor Bradley Lopez
Fresno City College Professor Bradley Lopez is no longer teaching introductory health courses. Lopez, who was involved in controversy earlier this year regarding his teaching habits, has been given five classes in health information technology and medical assisting departments.
He is “immensely” happy with the change stating he doesn’t view it in a negative way or as a means of punishment, but instead is excited because students in those classes are “more respectful and focused,” he said. “They know where they are going and why,” said Lopez.
Last spring Lopez denied using religious based and anti-gay views as facts in his introductory health class, but the college still issued him a notice or correction after an investigation showed that he had engaged in conduct that could create a hostile learning environment, which violates district policy.
Lopez’s attorney, Charles Magill, said Lopez plans to file a lawsuit to have the notice removed, and might also seek financial damages.
Bicycle Thief Caught
The State Center Community College District Police department has recently received numerous reports of bike theft around the campus. Two suspects have been charged for the crimes. The first suspect would steal the bikes from bike racks across campus then give the bikes to the second suspect who would sell the parts on Craigslist. The bicycles being targeted are those secured with a cable lock. The SCCCD Police department recommends using a “U” type lock (it is harder to defeat) or taking a wheel with you when using a cable lock. If you see anyone suspicious hanging around any of the bike racks on campus contact the District police at (559) 442-8201
Big Times are Back
The Big Fresno Fair rolls into town Oct. 6 at the Fresno fairgrounds with new events, exhibits, and popular performers.
Something to look forward to is the first-ever Octoberfest that will be held in the Save Mart wine garden on Oct.7. Festivities will include authentic German food and beer set along with traditional German music, dancing, and games.
A full schedule of event and list of performers can be found at the Big Fresno Fair website www.fresnofair.com
