Tahoe Truckee Region Local News: Elections & Politics


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Image caption: Translated from the Greek, ā€œDemocracyā€ means ā€œpeople power.ā€ How much power do the people have in California?
People Power! What Is Democracy, and How Does It Work in California?

Democracy is a 2,500-year-old system of government still looked on today as the best system, because under a democratic system, the people govern themselves. But is that all there is to it? What is democracy? And how does it work ā€¦

Image caption: The California Supreme Court has defined the stateā€™s legal and political agenda for more than 170 years.
How the California Supreme Court Blazes Legal Trails

The California Supreme Court has kept the state at the forefront of legal issues surrounding abortion, the death penalty and same-sex marriage, starting in its earliest days in the Gold Rush era.

Image caption: The cycle of crime and homelessness is escalating, but it doesn't have to be that way.
Homelessness and Crime in California: Even More Complex Than You Think

The links between homelessness and crime are complex, and the idea that unhoused individuals present a danger to their community seems to be exaggerated.

Image caption: California continues to work on legislation that would make voting easier.
Voting Rites

California keeps on taking legislative steps that will keep it ranked in the top 10 of voter-friendly states.

Image caption: There are more than 300 community service districts in California.
Community Services Districts, Explained

Community service districts can do most anything a city government can do. Hereā€™s how they work and how to start one.

Image caption: California cities switch to more inclusive, district-based elections system.
Voting Rights...the Final Frontier

Pushed by activists, cities move from at-large elections to district races.

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07/23/2024
There never was much of a chance that California Gov. Gavin Newsom would be running for president this year, even if President Joe Biden were to step aside.

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07/17/2024
California failed to ban private detention centers. Now, itā€™s focusing on their working conditions, for immigrants who toil for $1 a day.

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07/16/2024
The Republican hopeful brought in more cash than Democratic rival Adam Schiff for the first time this campaign during the latest quarter, but still has less to spend.

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07/15/2024
Image for display with article titled Candidate Filing Period Opens July 15 in El Dorado County

Candidate filing for the November 5, 2024, General Election opens on July 15, 2024 and ends August 9, 2024. If an incumbent fails to file then the filing period will be extended to August 14, 2024 for that position only.

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07/08/2024
CalMatters launched Digital Democracy in April, and its impact has rippled across the Legislature.

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07/06/2024
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The Tahoe Truckee Unified School District is pleased to offer free summer meals for children 18 years of age and under and disabled adults through the Seamless Summer Options program.

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07/04/2024
California lawmakers met into the night on July 3 to finish the November ballot before heading off on summer vacation until Aug. 5.

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07/01/2024
Small and low-income school officials say the bond measure deal is unfair. The money is allocated through matching grants, so wealthier districts that can raise more local funds will get more money from the state.

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06/28/2024
Image for display with article titled Placer County Elections Office AnnouncesĀ offices on Ballot, Candidate Filing Details ForĀ November 5, 2024 General Election

With the November 5, 2024 General Election just a few months away, the Placer County Elections Office is in full swing preparing for one of the most highly-anticipated presidential elections in decades.

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06/21/2024
Image for display with article titled City Council Chooses Not to ā€˜Nitpickā€™ Report on Vacancy Tax Measure

Councilmembers made two small changes to an informational report on the citizen-initiated vacancy tax ballot measure before approving the report at their meeting Tuesday night, June 18.

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06/14/2024
Image for display with article titled El Dorado County Registrar of Voters Clarifies Misinformation Circulating About Election Laws

El Dorado County Elections department director, Bill O'Neill, issued an open letter to all voters to clarify the law regarding where a person may register to vote and the importance of adhering to Election Law.

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06/11/2024
On June 11, Solano County elections officials announced the verification of necessary signatures for the California Forever sponsored initiative to amend the county General Plan to be on the November ballot.

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06/07/2024
The two-day CalMatters Ideas Festival wrapped on June 6 with more than a dozen events examining critical policy issues impacting the lives of millions of Californians.

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06/05/2024
Image for display with article titled Filing Period to Run for South Tahoe PUD Board Begins July 15

Two Board Member seats for South Tahoe Public Utility District are up for election on November 5, 2024.

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06/04/2024
California is hailed as a national leader for voting access. But visually impaired voters and their advocates say they still face unnecessary barriers, despite bills and lawsuits. Some election officials raise security concerns.

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05/28/2024
Itā€™s time for the folks in Californiaā€™s Capitol to play letā€™s-make-a-deal ā€“ or actually, many deals.

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05/28/2024
After University of California students were arrested or suspended for protests, student workers are striking at three campuses. The Office of President says the strike violates the union contract.

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05/25/2024
Image for display with article titled South Tahoe City Councilmember Tamara Wallace Endorses Tenessa Audette for State Assembly District 1

REDDING, CA – Tenessa Audette, candidate for State Assembly District 1, is honored to announce the endorsement of Tamara Wallace, South Tahoe City Councilmember and President of the South Tahoe Chamber of Commerce.

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05/24/2024
California lawmakers voted to offer an official apology for the stateā€™s role in supporting slavery and moved several reparations bills but let others die.
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