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California lawmakers want to ban transgender notification policies in schools
ROCKLIN – California Democrats are pushing back on transgender notification policies inside of schools. On Wednesday, a bill was introduced that would ban school staff from telling parents if a student identifies as transgender.Rocklin Unified passed a transgender notification policy at the beginning of the school year and was recently sued by the state over it.Democrats behind the bill said the ban is for the safety of students and staff."It's time to step back from the chaos and focus on what is most important, and that is the safety of their kids," said District 5 Senator Susan Talamantes Eggman, who was...
Five Major California Walmart Locations Permanently Closing
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Demonstrators with pro-Palestinian messages interrupt Memorial Day event in Sacramento
SACRAMENTO – Demonstrators with pro-Palestinian messages interrupted a Memorial Day event at Sacramento's Memorial Auditorium on Monday. The event was being held outside of the auditorium and was set to feature a flag ceremony and speakers. Exactly when the protesters interrupted is unclear, but Sacramento police sent out an alert a little before 11 a.m. that demonstrators were now blocking J Street at 15th Street, right by the Memorial Auditorium. As seen in video taken at the event, the demonstrators were carrying signs and shouting pro-Palestinian messages. The original Memorial Day event was scheduled to go from 10 a.m. to...
Hundreds celebrate Dragon Boat Festival in Sacramento
SACRAMENTO — Some incredible support was brought forward for the Asian community this week with hundreds celebrating the Dragon Boat Festival in Sacramento.I had a chance to co-host the event, and now we're seeing just how much of an impact this cultural celebration has on the community.It was a night of music, dancing and colorful cultural performances. The 29th annual Dragon Boat Festival was a celebration rich in Asian culture but one that transcends boundaries, stressing the importance of loyalty and commitment across the community.With more than 550 people who attended helping to raise more than $85,000, it proved to...
Sacramento officials warn of West Nile, Zika viruses during anticipated surge of summer mosquitoes
SACRAMENTO — More mosquitos are making their way into the Sacramento region, and experts warn a summer surge of the insects could be dangerous. As people head outdoors this warm Memorial Day Weekend, there's a concern that many could get bit by mosquitos."They're in the house. Their outside. They're everywhere," said Arianna Norman, who was bitten by mosquitoes on Friday.Norman said that she already has several itchy bites.Mosquito control officials say we could see more insects this summer due to the late spring storms."That combination of the rain and the hot temperatures is what creates the ideal mosquito breeding conditions,"...
Sacramento city officials designate part of South Land Park neighborhood as historic district
(FOX40.COM) — According to the city of Sacramento, city council members recently designated a part of the South Land Park neighborhood as a historic district. The “South Land Park Hills Historic District,” constructed between 1955 and 1956, features nearly 50 residential buildings that have “maintained their historical significance and continue to thrive as a lively […]
Major construction on I-5 between Stockton and Sacramento will take years to complete, Caltrans says
(FOX40.COM) — A part of Interstate 5 that is traveled by over 100,000 vehicles daily is set to undergo a $123 million improvement that will begin within the next few weeks. According to Caltrans, drivers who frequently travel from Stockton to Sacramento on Interstate 5 will experience numerous lane shifts and road closures as workers […]
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