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Segerstrom Is New Sonora Mayor, Mayor Pro Tem Spurs Debate
Sonora, CA — Monday evening marked a changing of the guard for the Sonora City Council as the three winners during the March election took the oath of office, Bess Levine and Stephen Opie, along with returning member, Ann Segerstrom. It was also the final meeting for outgoing Mayor...
Pro-Palestinian demonstrators disrupt California Assembly session
SACRAMENTO — A group of pro-Palestinian demonstrators disrupted a session in the California Assembly chamber Wednesday evening.It happened at around 7 p.m. Assembly members took a recess when this occurred and when lawmakers returned to the chamber, the protest continued.Despite the session being disrupted, the session was able to continue until it was adjourned.Video taken inside the capitol shows demonstrators on a second-floor balcony chanting "Free, free Palestine." BBanners held over the balcony read "California #1 state sponsor of genocide" and "Rafah tent massacre," which points to the dozens of Palestinians, including displaced people living in tents, who were killed in an Israeli airstrike in May.On Tuesday, CBS News reported that at least nine people were killed by an overnight Israeli strike in Khan Younis after Palestinians were ordered by the Israeli army to flee the southern Gaza city.In mid-June, the Israeli military said it experienced the deadliest attack on its forces in months when eight soldiers were killed in an explosion in southern Gaza.The conflict in Gaza has been ongoing since October 2023.Security guards at the California Capitol in Sacramento escorted the demonstrators out after the session had ended. No arrests were announced.
California Diversity Awards Celebrates Achievements and Highlight Growth of Diverse Small Businesses
Getting your Trinity Audio player ready... (CBM) The California African American Chamber of Commerce, the CalAsian Chamber of Commerce and Hispanic Chambers of Commerce hosted their third Annual Diversity Awards on June 27 in Sacramento. The awards luncheon celebrated corporate, legislative, and business leaders who are champions of small diverse...
California allocates $12 million for reparations initiatives
Gov. Gavin Newsom (D-CA) signed the state’s new $297.9 billion budget over the weekend, allocating $12 million for reparations bills. State Sen. Steven Bradford, a Democrat, said California “bears great responsibility” for the past. “We often say the budget is a reflection of our values and our priorities, so the fact that there’s any money […]
Fairgrounds hosts community question/answer session
CEO Ales fields questions ranging from lost events to noise, the state's role and housing concerns. Amid much negative feedback, Gold Country Fairgrounds staff invited the community to ask questions at an event Monday morning. “As you know, the fairgrounds has been quite the topic of conversation for some time...
Newsom’s $24 billion loss: California has worst homeless rates in nation after record spending
California is now home to more than a third of the nation’s homeless population, despite Gov. Gavin Newsom’s (D-CA) $24 billion bid to solve the crisis. After a state audit revealed California failed to track more than $24 billion in taxpayer funds targeting homelessness, Newsom has faced criticism for his leadership on the issue. The […]
Allegations of Unfair Labor Practices Against Smart & Final Escalate
California politician calls for regulatory, legislative or enforcement actions. On July 1, U.S. Rep. Jimmy Gomez, D-Calif., sent an oversight request to the U.S. Trade Representative (USTR), the Department of Labor (DOL) and the Department of Transportation (DOT), outlining concerns regarding Chedraui/Smart & Final's unfair labor practices (ULPs) and calling for regulatory, legislative or enforcement actions.
Folsom Golf Pro earns his Master Professional Status
Folsom resident and PGA of America Golf Professional Jim Stewart, the Head Professional at Serrano Country Club in El Dorado Hills has earned PGA Master Professional status, the highest educational designation a PGA of America member can obtain. According to the association, it comprises more than 30,000 PGA of America...
Placer Valley Welcomes Summer with a Sizzlilng Sports Schedule
Placer Valley has a number of great events coming up:. West Coast Elite’s electrifying NorCal Summer Tip-Off Basketball tournament @the Grounds!. Intense competition and talent will be on display!. The 2nd annual Cars Against Cancer car show is on July 7th, 8 AM - 12 PM, at All American...
Potters drop two in first road trip
The first road trip of the season was not a kind one to the Lincoln Potters. After a 21-3 start to the season, Lincoln has dropped three of its last five games, including losing two out of three in Arcata over the weekend against the Humboldt Crabs. Friday- Potters 6,...
2024 California propositions voter guide: minimum wage, crime, marriage, healthcare, rent and more
In addition to a precarious presidential election and high-stakes U.S House races, California voters in November will also weigh in on a slew of statewide initiatives that could significantly shape policy.
Restaurants fees allowed to remain with transparency being key focus
After months of confusion, and concern for some, restaurant service fees are here to stay.California lawmakers green lit Senate Bill 1524, just hours before the state's "junk fee" ban went into effect. It clarified restaurant surcharges, as long as they're clearly presented, are not considered "junk fees."George Chen, the chef and owner of China Live in San Francisco, is grateful for the decision. "I'm all for getting rid of junk fees – hotels, concerts, whatever – but what we do is not a junk fee," he said. Chen has a 20% service charge listed on his menu that replaces tipping....
Patelco Credit Union ransomware attack not likely to be fixed this weekend
CALIFORNIA, USA — Days after Patelco Credit Union suffered a ransomware attack, some clarification about what members can use is coming to light. In a statement posted to its social media channels Sunday, the credit union said it required them to shut down some day-to-day banking systems including online banking and the mobile app including electronic transactions like transfers, direct deposit and payments and accessing the online portal.
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