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Gun safety group Giffords unveils $15M campaign to help Harris, other Democrats
The gun safety group Giffords unveiled a $15 million campaign to help Vice President Harris’s campaign and other Democrats. The organization, founded by former Rep. Gabby Giffords (D-Ariz.), is spending the money to reach voters through television, digital and mail advertisements. “The efforts will support elected allies up and down the ballot and promote policies…
Newsom set an ambitious goal to launch 500,000 Californians into new careers. Many are firefighters
In his 2018 campaign, Gov. Gavin Newsom said he would create 500,000 new apprenticeships in the decade after taking office. So far, the state has registered more than 180,000 new apprenticeships. Many of them are firefighters.
US Environmental Protection Agency Awards Millions for Hempcrete Development
The United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has awarded a grant of approximately $6.2 million to the Nashville-based nonprofit Hemp Building Institute. The grant will support the development of hempcrete, a sustainable building material made from hemp. This funding is part of the EPA’s broader $160 million initiative to promote environmentally friendly technologies across various industries.
Former L.A. mayor looks to become first Latino governor of California in more than a century
Former Los Angeles Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa has announced his candidacy for the 2026 California gubernatorial election. Villaraigosa, 71, previously ran for governor in 2018 but finished third in the primaries. The election was won by then-Lieutenant Governor Gavin Newsom. If elected, Villaraigosa would become just the second Latino governor of...
Gem Faire to shine in Sac
SACRAMENTO — Gem Faire, America’s Premier Jewelry & Bead Show, returns to Sacramento Aug. 2-4, at Scottish Rite Center. Explore the largest selection of fine jewelry, crystals, gemstones, beads, minerals, earth’s treasures and much more. Take advantage of buying directly from the importers and wholesalers. From loose gemstones, raw minerals and millions of bead strands, to finished jewelry, fashion accessories, jewelry supplies and tools, find them all under one roof. Jewelry repair, cleaning and ring sizing service are available while visitors shop. Enjoy displays and demonstrations by Sacramento Mineral Society all weekend long.
More racism allegations lodged at the California’s Folsom Police Dept.
SACRAMENTO, Calif. — The Folsom Police Department continues to be mired in racism and discrimination allegations, with more claims coming last week from former department employees. The latest information adds to the litany of allegations already facing the department. Four lawsuits centered on racism have been filed against the...
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