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Police believe body found near Mt. Rose Highway is missing Kings Beach woman
The body of a missing Kings Beach woman was believed to be discovered by authorities Thursday morning, the Placer County Sheriff's Office said. Police found a body near Mt. Rose Highway Thursday they believe to be Patricia Portella-Wright, 48, who was reported missing on Aug. 9. Authorities were still awaiting confirmation on Thursday,...
California bill could allow felons serving life without parole early release
SACRAMENTO, Calif. — A bill that would give people serving life without parole a second chance at freedom was brought back in the California Assembly Monday after a year of inactivity. Senate Bill 94, authored by State Senator Dave Cortese (D-San Jose), calls for a second look at Californians...
$14M grant could bring high-speed internet to unserved areas in Sutter County
YUBA CITY – There are thousands of residents without access to high-speed internet in Sutter County, according to a report by the Golden State Finance Authority. A new potential project could shave that number down and get more folks up to speed. Nearly $14 million could be coming into Sutter County to get some people's internet up to speed. Comcast and the California Public Utilities Commission have identified areas around Yuba City and Live Oak in need of an upgrade. The CPUC has a decision to make in September that would bring nearly $14 million in the form...
Save Mart to close Roseville distribution center, impacting hundreds of jobs
(FOX40.COM) — Save Mart is planning to close its Roseville distribution center, impacting nearly 300 jobs in Placer County. A Worker Adjustment and Retraining Notification filed by the company on Aug. 6 said the permanent closure will go in effect on Oct. 12. The closure of the distribution center, located on 9999 Niblick Drive, would […]
Loomis looks to add 10 EV chargers downtown
Despite concern over a $200,000 match, the Town of Loomis is moving forward with a $1 million plan to add 10 solar electric car chargers downtown with grant funding. The Loomis electrification project was identified as part of the Placer County-wide zero emission vehicle infrastructure plan. California has an aggressive policy to require all new passenger sedans, trucks and SUVs sold be ZEVs by 2035.
Sacramento County traffic stop turns into massive drug bust, deputies say
(FOX40.COM) — A formerly convicted felon was arrested on Tuesday evening in Sacramento County after deputies found him with guns, meth, cocaine, fentanyl, hydrocodone, and about $30,000 in cash. The Sacramento County Sheriff’s Office said the drugs were discovered when its deputies conducted a traffic stop in the southern portion of Sacramento County on a […]
Folsom couple finds runaway golden pheasant popular on local social media groups
FOLSOM, Calif. — Folsom’s elusive golden pheasant is home. Boaz, a 2-year-old golden pheasant who escaped Rick and Mary Clark’s backyard on July 31 near the East Bidwell Street and Blue Ravine Road intersection after dogs broke in and chewed his cage open, was found and brought home Aug. 8 after wandering Folsom for over a week, the couple said.
Newcastle thrift shop falls into woman's lap
A new thrift shop titled Trailer Park Thrift has opened at 595 Taylor Road in Newcastle. Madalyn-Grace Marlatte is the business owner with a passion for fashion. She started thrifting in high school. It became an obsession. Marlatte got addicted to buying and selling from local thrift shops like Crossroads...
With governor's blessing, Downey officials vow action on homeless encampments
DOWNEY — After Gov. Gavin Newsom’s recent directive for cities to clean up their homeless encampments, members of Downey’s city council expressed eagerness to start the crackdown. The July 15 mandate orders state agencies and departments to adopt clear policies that “urgently address homeless encampments while respecting...
Oroville police searching for suspect involved in shooting at Motel 6
OROVILLE, Calif. - The Oroville Police Department is investigating a shooting that occurred Wednesday morning at the Motel 6. Police have identified the suspect as Jacob Marmon, 45, of Oroville. An arrest warrant has been issued for Marmon. Marmon is described as a white male, about 150 pounds, and 5’9 with dark-colored hair.
America’s Got Talent live show ‘ruined’ by ‘screaming audience’ as crowd’s ‘obnoxious’ reaction ‘drowns out’ dance act
AMERICA’S Got Talent fans have slammed the show’s first live episode of the season after the raving audience made it impossible to hear the judges On Tuesday night, AGT‘s live quarter-finals began as fans watched multiple acts give it their all in Los Angeles. After each show-stopping performance, fans thought the crowd seemed louder than […]
Why are auto insurance premiums soaring in California?
Auto insurance rates have been skyrocketing across the nation but motorists in California are being hit particularly hard. The Golden State saw a two-year rate hike of 54% with the typical cost of a 2024 auto insurance policy for a driver with a clean record and a $1,000 deductible reaching $2,681, according to a report […]
California Strawberry Commission showcases environmental stewardship at field day
Strawberry growers, shippers, processors, researchers and agricultural stakeholders gathered on Aug. 8 for the 10th Anniversary Cal Poly Strawberry Center Field Day. The showcase is the largest research and education event for the California strawberry industry, according to a news release. This anniversary event marks a decade of collaboration between the California Strawberry Commission and California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo, showcasing advancements in sustainable strawberry farming that benefit growers, farmworkers, students, consumers, the environment and local communities in the state.
California Public School teachers don't get paid family leave. After Newsom vetoed a bill to change that, lawmakers are trying again.
As a new school year begins, lawmakers are again trying to give public school teachers paid family leave.Supporters believe the benefit will help attract and retain high-quality teachers in the face of an increasing shortage. But critics worry that the bill—which has widespread support among the Democratic majority in the Legislature and is a priority for the Legislative Women's Caucus—could come at the actual expense of students. The union-backed bill, authored by the Democratic Majority Leader Cecilia Aguiar-Curry, would give teachers 14 weeks of fully paid leave after having a baby, paid for by school districts through existing state funding.Gov. Gavin Newsom vetoed a similar...
When does job hunting by California lawmakers raise questions?
At the end of this year’s legislative session, nearly a quarter of the 120 lawmakers will depart and collect their final state paycheck in late December. Some hope to start in a new elected office next year, while others will return to their previous jobs. But based on recent history, at least one in five […]
State Assembly Honors “Freedom to Choose Project” for 20 Years of Service
In recognition of 20 years of its vital role in supporting rehabilitation and reducing recidivism for individuals in the state of California, Assemblyman Gregg Hart, on behalf of the California State Assembly, formally honored the Freedom to Choose Project (FTC) with a resolution acknowledging the organization’s impact on transforming lives.
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