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Metal Detectors, Fear, Frustration. College Commencements Altered Amid Gaza War Protests

05/04/2024
At many universities across the country, graduation for the Class of 2024 will feel more like making it through airport security than a procession through a free-flowing campus green or a cheering stadium crowd.

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How Congress Is Letting Die an Internet Connectivity Lifeline for Millions

05/04/2024
More than half of the U.S. House supports a bill to extend the funds, but it can’t get out of committee.

From Sacramento Business Journal...

Business, Economy & Jobs

Electric Vehicle Maker Fisker Signs on Lumin Auto Dealership on Florin Road

05/03/2024
Manhattan Beach-based electric car company Fisker Inc. has added a Sacramento sales location as the struggling company seeks to get more cars into the market.

From Roseville Today...

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Big Day of Giving Raises $13 Million

05/03/2024
The Sacramento Region Community Foundation announced the May 2 Big Day of Giving had raised $13.2 million in donations to 826 nonprofits in El Dorado, Placer, Sacramento, and Yolo counties.

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Government City of Sacramento

City of Sacramento Releases Budget Plan to Close Deficit With Cuts, Fee Increases

05/02/2024
Sacramento City Manager Howard Chan on Tuesday released a budget proposal outlining a plan to close the $66 million deficit staff warned of a couple months ago by increasing fees and cutting services.