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Data Report: How the City responded to homelessness Feb. 3-9
The City of Sacramento has released its weekly progress report for the City’s Incident Management Team responding to homelessness. From Feb. 3-9, the City of Sacramento received 696 calls to 311 c...
LGBT Community Center
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Cordova High’s Big Red Music Machine to Perform at Disneyland
The Big Red Music Machine from Cordova High School is set to bring its vibrant sound to the Disneyland Resort as part of the prestigious Disney Imagination Campus Performing Arts Program, scheduled for Feb. 18-20.
Folsom Tech Week Set to Unite Innovation and Leadership
50 distinguished speakers, workshops, hackathon part of 5-day action packed schedule in Historic Folsom
From Elk Grove Citizen...
District to Purchase 16 Electric Buses
In their February 4 meeting, the Elk Grove Unified School District Board of Education approved the purchase of 16 electric school busses. Read on for more information about this electrifying move.
From The Sacramento Bee...
What's in a (Zoo) Name?
It was contentious, but a decision has been made on the name for the Sacramento Zoo when it moved to Elk Grove. Read on to learn what it is.
The Importance of Hyper-Local, Community Centered News
In an era where global events unfold at the speed of a tweet and information spreads faster than ever, there’s an often-overlooked need for news that is deeply anchored in our own backyards: that would be hyper-local, real-time, and accurate community news.
East Bidwell, Iron Point Onramp Project Finally in Home Stretch
The Folsom City Council approved a contract with Ghirardelli Associates for the East Bidwell and Iron Point /US 50 Onramp Improvement Project last year. To put the finishing touches on the project, the council on Tuesday agreed to spend another $17,000 on light poles stalled in delivery.
Elk Grove Old Town Alcohol Permit Expansion Approved
In their February 12 meeting, the Elk Grove City Council approved raising the number of alcohol sale conditional use permit from three to six. Read on to learn more about next steps.
From CalMatters...
California Schools Still Fall Behind Despite Big Increases in Spending
As academic researchers continue to explore what happened to public education during and after the COVID19 pandemic, they are confirming the harsh reality of decline in such basic skills as reading and mathematics.
Rancho Cordova Church Destroyed in Fire; Pastors Say It Was Arson
A Rancho Cordova church was destroyed in an early morning fire Saturday, Feb. 8. Deputies from the Sacramento County Sheriff’s Office initially responded to the call at 2:45 a.m. at the Casa Fuego de Dios Church in the 10000 block of Folsom Blvd. for reports of a potential burglary in progress.
In the Wake of Washington Turmoil, U.C. Davis Hopes to See Federal Funding Continued for Delta Smelt Captive Breeding Program
The disinformation about the Delta Smelt spread by President Donald Trump and his Big Ag allies has deluged social media, as well as mainstream and alternative media, in recent weeks.
California Court Rules Against Baker in Revival of Same-Sex Wedding Cake Disputes
A California appeals court rules a baker can’t refuse to sell a generic cake to a lesbian couple. It’s part of a series of cases shaping the debate over free speech and anti-discrimination laws.
California City Makes ‘Aiding’ or ‘Abetting’ a Homeless Camp Illegal
Outreach workers in the Bay Area city of Fremont worry the new ordinance could target them, despite assurances from the city.
City Celebrates Opening of Brewery in Citrus Heights Thanks to Business Attraction Incentive Program
JE Bakery 2019 LLC DBA Broadway Bakery Issues Allergy Alert for Mislabeled Raisin Bran Muffin 6 Count Due to Undeclared Walnuts
Black History Month provides an opportunity to remember the achievements of African Americans who fought for equality in the Golden State.
Not long ago, California's Legislative Black Caucus made history. Here's what they accomplished, and how it fits into California history going all the way back.
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A call with an evacuated friend fleeing fires in Los Angeles, and journalism's scary "platform problem."
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The LA Democrat takes office under fire, but says he will strive for bipartisanship.
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Founded as a business organization in 1915, the Kiwanis Club now serves millions of children worldwide.
A movement started just 12 years ago has gone global—and local. Meanwhile, one of the oldest and largest philanthropic enterprises in the world continues to serve.
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Tracking down leaks: How a conservation specialist helps homeowners save water
On a Thursday morning like any other, Phillip Berkley pulled up to a home in the College Glen neighborhood, ready to investigate. As one of three water conservation representatives for the City’s ...
Leaf season is over. Here’s how to manage yard waste and household junk pickup
Wondering what to do with your yard waste now that leaf season is over? The final day to put out leaf piles for collection was Feb. 3. The City of Sacramento's leaf season crews are completing the...
Record settlement helps City of Sacramento protect ratepayers from future water meter repair costs
The City of Sacramento received $13.4 million to settle its lawsuit alleging non-compliant work and fraudulent billing on the Accelerated Water Meter Program, the City’s initiative to comply with ...
Data Report: How the City responded to homelessness Jan. 27-Feb. 2
The City of Sacramento has released its weekly progress report for the City’s Incident Management Team responding to homelessness. From Jan. 27-Feb. 2, the City of Sacramento received 845 calls to...
City approves $3.3 million for mixed-use affordable housing project in downtown Sacramento
The Sacramento City Council on Tuesday approved $3.3 million in funding for a mixed-use affordable housing project with 241 units on State excess property at 805 R Street. The Monarch Project, a f...
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