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Photos: LaRussell performs in downtown Vallejo
VALLEJO – A beaming LaRussell performed for a packed block in downtown Vallejo on Thursday, headlining the last August Summer Nights festival for this year. LaRussell was obviously thrilled to be performing at the event in his hometown. The prolific hip-hop artist who has recorded 32 albums over the last six years performs regularly at his childhood Vallejo home, which he has adapted into an outdoor venue.
California: Yocha Dehe tribe blasts impact review of proposed Vallejo casino
The assault on a Vallejo casino project, and what opponents consider a weak environmental assessment on possible impacts, continued Thursday with comments from the Yocha Dehe Wintun Nation. Story continues below. Those opponents, among others, include Gov. Gavin Newsom, a coalition of area tribes and the Solano County Board of...
Orange County scores and player stats for Saturday, Aug. 31
Support our high school sports coverage by becoming a digital subscriber. Subscribe now Scores and stats from Orange County games on Saturday, Aug. 31 Click here for details about sending your team’s scores and stats to the Register. The deadline for submitting information is 10:45 p.m. Monday through Friday and 10 p.m. Saturday. SATURDAY’S SCORES BOYS WATER POLO CORONA INVITATIONAL Tustin 9, J.W. North 6 Murrieta Mesa 9, El Modena 8 Mission Viejo 12, Corona 6 La Habra 13, University 6 Buena Park 15, Citrus Valley 6 Santa Ana 15, Palm Springs 14 Woodbridge 12, La Habra 9 Mission Viejo...
Marysville Business Owners Maintain Steady Business Despite Obstacles
MARYSVILLE, CA (MPG) - It’s not that simple to blame lack of business, if any, on the June 15 Hotel Marysville Fire and its surrounding traffic issues. There are many other variables that are cause for concern for Marysville business owners, such as the rising price of commercial insurance and PG&E rates which have nearly doubled and even tripled, according to one business owner.
Winner! $1.1 million Powerball ticket sold in Northern California
A lucky lottery player in Northern California is holding a winning Powerball ticket worth more than $1.1 million after matching the first five numbers in Saturday's draw, according to the California Lottery. The 5/5 ticket was bought at Romey's Liquor Store, 3 Purity Plaza in Woodland, just outside Sacramento and...
California High-Speed Rail Authority and Grassland Water District Reach Settlement Agreement for the San Jose to Merced Portion of the High-Speed Rail Project
September 1, 2024 - SAN JOSE, Calif. – The California High-Speed Rail Authority (Authority) and the Grassland Water District, Grassland Resource Conservation District, and Grassland Fund (Grassland) have reached an agreement that releases Grassland’s potential California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) claims regarding the Authority’s adoption of environmental review documents for the San Jose to Merced portion of the high-speed rail project.
Volleyball Begins Season in California
The Muhlenberg volleyball team opened the 2024 season with three matches at the Pacific Coast Classic in California. Despite dropping all three matches, the Mules played some close sets. In the first match against Pomona-Pitzer, Muhlenberg came out on fire, jumping out to a 7-3 lead. The Mules led 19-16 after junior Christina Marcin served two aces in a span of three points, but the Sagehens reeled off the next nine points to close out the set en route to a 3-0 sweep. Muhlenberg started strong against Occidental as well, serving six aces – three consecutive by sophomore Jenny Ryan…
Deny Data! Oakland Criticizes Newsom’s Direct Approach to Crime in California Cities
MJP – The controversial and highly publicized efforts of California Governor Gavin Newsom to reduce crime in the state have not gone unnoticed. The controversy surrounding the governor’s strategy draws attention to the difficulties of dealing with urban crime and striking a balance between community concerns and effective solutions, especially in Oakland where his recent actions are being criticized.
Two Arrested for Murder of Efren Reynoso in Antioch, Charged by Contra Costa County DA
Following an early morning tragedy in Antioch, two suspects have been arrested in connection with the fatal shooting of 47-year-old Efren Reynoso. In a recent update, the Antioch Police Department detailed that with help from the Stockton Police Department, both individuals implicated in the homicide were apprehended on Tuesday, following days of investigation. The update was made public yesterday and has been documented by the Antioch Police Department.
Oakland boxer hopes to revitalize Bay Area boxing scene
Undefeated middleweight boxer Amari Jones is preparing to showcase his skills in a highly anticipated main event fight at the Oakland Marriott this Saturday. Jones, 22, expressed pride in representing his hometown and the broader Bay Area in the boxing world. "Representing Oakland, and not just Oakland but the Bay Area, there's not a lot that comes out of the Bay Area in boxing," he said. Training at his Pittsburg-based gym, the Lions Den, Jones is determined to change that narrative. "Honestly, when I came up in boxing out here, there wasn't too many people doing it. So,...
‘We don’t want this!’ rage shoppers after self-checkout item ban as millions of Americans forced to pay extra fee
A PROPOSED ban on an item at self-checkout has left some shoppers up in arms. The change would affect millions of Americans, leaving them paying an extra fee for the grocery essential. Customers in California could be directly affected starting in September, as officials in Encinitas, north of San Diego, vote on Senate Bill (SB) […]
Cheetos & popular snacks to be banned as officials take aim at ‘dangerous’ ingredients despite serious doubts about law
STUDENTS in California may soon be searching elsewhere to grab their favorite snacks. On Thursday, lawmakers sent Governor Gavin Newsom a bill to ban schools from distributing or selling products containing six common food dyes. The food dyes included in the bill include Red 40, Yellow 5, Yellow 6, Blue 1, Blue 2, and Green 3. The purpose […]
Project Safe Neighborhoods Nets Sentences for Three Convicted Felons in August Operations
In a concerted effort to curb the ever-present shadow of gun violence and violent crime, Project Safe Neighborhoods (PSN) continues its operation within various communities and law enforcement levels. Throughout August, several cases have highlighted the initiative's commitment to its cause. Notable among these has been the prosecution and sentencing of three convicted felons, as announced by U.S. Attorney Phillip A. Talbert.
Exposed by his colleague, Elk Grove City Councilman Rod Brewer intentionally lied during a hearing about his compensation
The Wednesday, August 28, Elk Grove City Council meeting was a watershed moment that unfortunately verified what many suspect - that elected officials can intentionally deceive the public. Elk Grove's case was unique because a public document request or a whistleblower did not uncover the deception. In this instance, a...
Downtown SF Oktoberfest Will Be the First Boozy, Open-Container ‘Entertainment Zone’ Party
The streets will be closed to cars and the beer steins flowing at Oktoberfest on Front, as the Oktoberfest block part will be California’s first alcohol-drenched “entertainment zone” party under new legislation. San Francisco’s response to downtown SF still being quite moribund compared to pre-pandemic times has...
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