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California's Park Fire now among largest in state history as evacuation orders spread
The Park Fire burning in Northern California near Chico has now become one of the largest wildfires in state history as flames continue to spread, causing additional evacuations spread across four counties.
The Park Fire has burned an area nearly the size of Los Angeles
Thousands of firefighters were battling a wildfire in northern California on Saturday that exploded in size, scorching an area about the size of Los Angeles — one of several blazes tearing through the western United States and Canada amid dry, hot and windy conditions. The forecast called for cooler...
Park Fire reminder of changing climate's impact on far Northern California
Climate scientist Daniel Swain says Butte County has become a “poster child” over the past decade for what can happen when a warming climate triggers extreme summers and winters. The Record Searchlight reached out to Swain before the Park Fire started for insights on the record-breaking heat that enveloped the North State...
10 homes go on sale in Folsom as part of Habitat for Humanity affordable housing project
FOLSOM, Calif. — The city of Folsom notified the community via social media Thursday of a first-time homebuyer opportunity in the Historic District. Habitat for Humanity of Greater Sacramento, a housing nonprofit, announced last week applications are open to buy one of 10 single-family homes along the 300 block of Persifer Street. The project is the nonprofit's first time in its 38-year history developing in Folsom, according to Leah Miller, the president and CEO of Habitat for Humanity Greater Sacramento.
‘Expect delays’: Highway 50 construction extends to I-80 in Northern California
(FOX40.COM) — Some lanes on two major highways in Northern California will be closed while construction workers put in a new traffic shift, according to Caltrans. • Video Above: Worst commutes in the United States The work zone is from the Yolo Causeway through West Sacramento on Interstate 80 and U.S. Highway 50. Caltrans reported […]
Folsom Blvd. lane closures to continue, rail project taking longer
Motorists along a section of Folsom Boulevard and other intersecting streets in Folsom can expect lane closures to continue a bit longer than expected. According to the City of Folsom, Sacramento Regional Transit District’s continuing construction efforts to add a passing track to provide 15-minute service frequency to Folsom area stations are expected to take a few additional weeks.
KCRA Weekend Roundup: Sacramento area things to do for July 26-28
SACRAMENTO, Calif. — Looking for things to do this weekend? Here's a list of events happening in Northern California from Friday, July 26, through Sunday, July 28. Before you head out the door, check the latest forecast here. Sacramento-area events. Black Cowboys Parade and Blues Festival. Yeehaw! The 2nd...
Folsom shines a light on its own for National Zookeepers week
It’s officially National Zookeepers Week and the City of Folsom is not letting the week long occasion go without shining a light on the many dedicated humans that work tirelessly to make the Folsom City Zoo Sanctuary a very special place for its residents and visitors alike. At a...
Hume Covers ‘Wall Time,’ Water, Roads
ELK GROVE, CA (MPG) - Sacramento County Supervisor Pat Hume delivered the annual State of the County address on July 19, covering the county’s actions in areas such as timely hospitalizations, water management and road maintenance. Speaking during a luncheon at the District56 community center in Elk Grove, Hume...
Auburn Boulevard Phase 2 Construction Starts
CITRUS HEIGHTS, CA (MPG) - The long-awaited revitalization of Auburn Boulevard from Rusch Park to the Roseville city line began the second phase of construction improvements on July 22. Work on Auburn Boulevard Phase 2, the city’s largest public works project, will include the undergrounding of all public utility lines,...
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