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Safe Routes Partnership advocates for “safe walking and rolling to and from school and in everyday life.”

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California Railroads: Unions Push to Shorten Trains, but Companies Warn of Higher Costs

04/24/2025

Unions are pushing for shorter freight trains to make railways safer, but that could raise the cost of goods and delay passenger rail service. It also may not be legal.

Real ID Deadline Is May 7

04/23/2025

You need a Real ID to fly, and the deadline to get one in California is May 7.

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HHSA Receives Grant to Enhance Pedestrian and Bicycle Safety

The Yolo County Health and Human Services Agency (HHSA) has been awarded a $290,630 grant to continue its Pedestrian and Bicycle Safety Program.

West Sacramento Sun logo LOCAL NEWS
Off-Ramp Closure Delayed on Westbound Interstate 80 in Yolo County

Caltrans is alerting motorists of an update to the ramp closures for the ongoing Interstate 80 (I-80) and U.S. Highway 50 (US 50) Pavement Rehabilitation Project in Yolo County.

Carmichael Times logo LOCAL NEWS
CHP Celebrates Largest Academy Graduation

The California Highway Patrol (CHP) promoted 125 cadets to the rank of officer. The graduation ceremony on March 21 marked the successful completion of a 26-week intensive training schedule at the California Highway Patrol Academy in West Sacramento.

West Sacramento News Ledger logo LOCAL NEWS
Fight Against DUI Driving Continues

he Yolo County District Attorney’s Office will continue to have a specialized prosecution team that handles alcohol and drug-impaired driving cases through a $231,330 grant from the California Office of Traffic Safety (OTS).Original article published at West Sacramento News-Ledger

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Modernizing the Port of West Sacramento

Throughout its history, the Port of West Sacramento has served the agricultural, natural resources and construction sectors in Northern California.Original article published at West Sacramento News-Ledger

West Sacramento News Ledger logo LOCAL NEWS
Council Approves Street Vacating, Naming Policy Updates

Abandonment of an unused West Sacramento Street and updates to the city’s park and facility naming policy were presentation subjects at the City Council’s Jan. 15 meeting.Original article published at West Sacramento News-Ledger

Rancho Cordova Grapevine Independent logo LOCAL NEWS
CHP Swears in Over 100 New Officers to Serve Statewide

More than 100 new officers officially joined the California Highway Patrol (CHP) Jan. 17 during a swearing-in ceremony that marked a significant step in bolstering public safety across the state.Original article published at Rancho Cordova Independent

West Sacramento Sun logo LOCAL NEWS
Tower Bridge Gateway Renamed

Tower Bridge Gateway, which runs between Jefferson Boulevard, past Sutter Health Park to the Tower Bridge is now officially named Cabaldon Parkway.

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