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Scammers Using CHP To Trick Public
Sonora, CA — The Sonora unit of the CHP warns of a scam hitting the Mother Lode that impersonates one of its officers to get personal information from victims. The CHP was alerted to the scam after getting several calls from people checking to see if the unit was asking the public for donations. This is not a new scam, but one that is popular with con artists. A scammer using a ‘No caller ID’ number identifies themselves as a CHP officer and asks the person to donate to a cause, like purchasing new equipment, to obtain personal identifying information.
Sacramento school board candidate loses endorsement over political comments in Facebook vlogs
In an archived Facebook livestream from 2020, the candidate said that she “does not have a problem with Donald Trump” and called Kamala Harris a derogatory term for women.
Derby Acres losing its only park due to state regulation
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) — A small community in western Kern County is losing its only park. Derby Acres Park will close because the oil company that owns the land is forfeiting its contract with the county. Kern County District 4 supervisor David Couch announced the park is closing, because of a new state law requiring […]
New improvements and virtual video options at Tulare County Superior Court
The Superior Court in Tulare County has been working on several improvements as part of a five-year strategic plan to make the courthouse more accessible.That includes online options like video calls, allowing anyone to access the court without leaving home.The Tulare County Superior Court's executive officer, Stephanie Cameron, hopes people will take advantage of this new feature."Maybe cut down on foot traffic in the courthouse because sometimes it can be difficult to get here and to find parking and get through security, but they are still able to pay traffic fines, look up a court date, or talk with a...
Drink beer, eat tacos at this event in Clovis
CLOVIS, Calif. (KSEE/KGPE) – Anyone who enjoys tacos and beer is invited to celebrate local breweries with delicious tacos in Clovis on Saturday for the Fresno Street Eats’ “Taco & Taps Trail” event. Organizers describe it as an all-day taco and beer party. Hungry and thirsty participants can stop by seven local breweries to drink […]
Lawsuit alleges cancer exposure at Fresno County Courthouse
A new lawsuit raises questions about the source of a rare cancer in Fresno.Warren Paboojian is suing Fresno County after he says 10 people, including a retired judge, developed blood cancer after working in the criminal courthouse between 1966 and today."Yeah, I think it's a cancer cluster. What we have at the courthouse is a cancer cluster," Paboojian said.The attorney says his clients all had regular exposure to an underground gas pump in the courthouse parking structure before developing cancer.Action News obtained photos of the pump called the "Courthouse Motor Pool."County documents reveal it connects to a 10,000-gallon underground gas...
Zach Giuliano, Corona del Mar tight end and Stanford commit, voted top receiver in California by fans
It's easy to see why Corona del Mar senior Zach Giuliano is one of the more coveted tight ends in high school football nationwide. And he didn't even play footb
Oakland’s Dedra Tufon Shines as Ms. Black USA 2024
Dedra Tufon, the inspiring Ms. Black California USA, has taken home the coveted title of Ms. Black USA 2024 after an impressive competition on Aug. 3 in Washington, D.C. Representing the California Bay Area, Tufon’s victory is more than a win for her—it’s a triumph for her mission to champion body diversity and mental health advocacy, especially for women of color.
Walmort Fire destroys several structures in Sacramento County; crews stop flames from spreading
WILTON, Calif. — Crews have lifted evacuations in the Wilton area of Sacramento County after they extinguished a grass fire that sparked Thursday afternoon, burning several structures. Fire crews were dispatched around 12:38 p.m. to a property on Walmort Road east of Meuret Road. The fire threatened several structures...
Battle for the Chief 2024
French novelist Jean-Baptiste Alphonse Karr once wrote, “the more things change, the more they stay the same.”. That seems true enough, especially if you’re talking about this year’s Battle for the Chief between the Orestimba and Gustine high school football teams. For nearly 80 years, the Warriors...
Piece of Hotel Marysville falls
A large piece of metal from the top floor of the fire-damaged Hotel Marysville fell to the ground Thursday afternoon, according to witnesses at the scene. Both Marysville Mayor Chris Branscum and Marysville Police Chief Chris Sachs were near the hotel when the incident occurred. According to Sachs, strong winds eventually freed the metal piece causing it to fall below. Hotel Marysville is ...
A new Costco could be coming to El Dorado Hills after company purchases land
A new Costco could be coming along Highway 50 after the company purchased a plot of land. "It has been confirmed by Costco’s real estate broker, that Costco recently purchased approximately 40 acres on both sides of Silva Valley Pkwy with the intention of developing a Costco and fuel facility," District 1 supervisor John Hidahl shared on Facebook Tuesday.
California’s low wage future
Low-wage industries are forecast to lead job growth, and the share of workers 55 and older has doubled. This story is produced by the award-winning journalism nonprofit Capital & Main and co-published here with permission. For many Californians, the phrase “low-wage worker” undoubtedly conjures a couple of very specific images:...
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