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These Are 5 The Most High Taxes Cities In California – Upcoming Overview, Check Here!
WFCN – To make sense of California’s complex tax system, you need to know how different cities’ people are hit with varied amounts of taxation. To better understand the factors that go into determining the tax rates in these five locations and how they impact locals, we’ve compiled some data.
Insurance nightmares: Homeowners on their worst coverage struggles
California’s insurance crisis became very real this spring for Duncan Brown, president of the homeowners association for an apartment complex in downtown San Jose. Farmers Insurance had provided the HOA’s insurance for years. But in March, the company abruptly said it would not renew the policy as part of its pullback from the state.
Deputies begin patrolling the ‘red bridge’ area in Vina
VINA, Calif. - The Tehama County Sheriff’s Office will be actively patrolling the swimming hole known as the “red bridge” in Vina due to an increase in trash pollution, traffic obstructions and criminal behavior. This comes after the TCSO received reports from people living in the area...
Gold Medal of Valor for CHP Officers
On June 27, six California Highway Patrol officers were presented with a prestigious Gold Medal of Valor during a ceremony at the CHP Academy in West Sacramento. The Special Act Award, given on behalf of Gov. Gavin Newsom, is the highest honor the state can bestow upon employees who risked their lives to save others or protect state property.
Wiener calls Musk’s reason for moving X from SF ‘vile,’ ‘despicable’
State Sen. Scott Wiener called Elon Musk’s stated reason for moving his companies X and SpaceX out of California “outrageous” and “vile.” Musk announced Tuesday his intention to move the two companies to Texas in response to Gov. Gavin Newsom having signed Assembly Bill 1955 the day before. That law bars public schools from telling parents about their children’s sexual orientation or gender identity or expression without the kids’ consent. ...
Board President Says Anderson Union School District “Will Not Comply” with California’s SAFETY Act
On Monday, July 15, California gained a new law known as the SAFETY Act. Previously known as Assembly Bill 1955, it strengthens current educational law that supports students in California’s LGBTQ+ community. It was passed into law in hopes of curbing the actions of about a dozen California school districts, including Anderson Union High School District, that have enacted “parental notification” policies.
Anderson & Sons Shelling temporarily furloughs staff
VINA, Calif. - Anderson & Sons Shelling said they have temporarily furloughed staff due to the falling price of nuts, rising interest rates and other market challenges. They said they continue to ship products to customers, but they have furloughed staff while they consult with their investment banker and their lenders.
'Someone knows something.' Reward now $30K to find Nikki Cheng McCain, missing since May
Two local agencies and a group from Miami, Florida, have teamed up increase the reward amount for information that leads to finding a Shasta County woman who has been missing since May. The Redding Rancheria, Shasta County Secret Witness and the Kingsman Philanthropic Corp. are pitching in $30,000, or up to $10,000 each, for information that could help locate Nikki Cheng Saelee McCain, who was last seen May 17. ...
Firefighters contain vegetation fire near Rawson Road south of Red Bluff
TEHAMA COUNTY, Calif. - CAL FIRE Tehama-Glenn Unit responded to a vegetation fire off of Rawson Road south of Red Bluff Friday. Aaron Johnson, Public Information Officer with CAL FIRE Tehama-Glenn Unit, tells Action News Now that around 5:25 p.m., CAL FIRE TGU received reports of a vegetation fire burning off of Rawson Road south of Red Bluff.
Crews continue work rebuilding Berry Creek Elementary School
BERRY CREEK, Calif. - Construction crews are making progress on rebuilding the Berry Creek Elementary School, which was destroyed in the 2020 Bear Fire. Now that the walls are up on the new buildings, crews are busy running wire through the five new classrooms and installing fire alarms inside of the buildings.
Firefighters respond to garage fire in Chico
CHICO, Calif. - Firefighters responded to a well-involved garage fire on Jackie Drive on Friday morning. The Chico Fire Department said they were dispatched at 9:14 a.m., and when crews arrived, they found a garage on fire. It took crews about 10 minutes to knock down the fire. No injuries...
Theatre on the Ridge: "And Lightning Struck"
Theatre on the Ridge is presenting “And Lightning Struck” with opening night on July 25. Cast members Jeff Hohimer and Gabriel Suddeth joined Action News Now at noon to share the details. Mary Shelley and the Curse of Creation is a historical drama that delves into the life...
A new food festival is coming to downtown Chico
CHICO, Calif. - A new food festival, named Taste of Downtown, is coming to Chico to allow people to sample downtown restaurants. This year, people can take a tour of the restaurants to check out their signature dishes. The event was formerly known as Taste of Chico in previous years and was held in the downtown streets, showcasing restaurants from all over the county.
Chico pursues $3.5 million grant to modernize historic 100-year-old Sycamore Pool.
CHICO, Calif. — Chico's 100-year-old Sycamore Pool could be getting an upgrade soon. The city voted this week to pursue a $3.5 million state grant to design updates to its concrete walls and flooring. Public works director Erik Gustafson says the pool is one of the few dammed natural...
Chico seeks new homeless regulation agreements; Sparks council disagreement
CHICO, Calif. — The City of Chico is now seeking to exit entirely from its 2022 Warren V Chico Settlement, the agreement to provide specific resources and shelter to conduct encampment cleanouts. On Tuesday, Chico Mayor Andrew Coolidge addressed what this means for the city but not everyone is on board.
Chico Planning Commission could approve new travel center
CHICO, Calif. - The Chico Planning Commission could approve a new travel center in south Chico tonight. This would be at East Park Avenue and Carmichael Drive. It would include a gas station, a car wash and a coffee shop. The vacant restaurant on the lot would be demolished. The...
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