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Yuba City, Sutter County ranked among fastest growing places in California
YUBA CITY — A report released by the California Department of Finance has named Sutter County and Yuba City among the fastest-growing places in California.The report recognized Yuba City as one of its top ten (No. 10) fastest-growing cities. Sutter County ranked first for fastest-growing counties. Yuba City is the county seat of Sutter County."Both areas are growing and both areas have really made a concerted effort to work closer together over the past few years," Sutter County's Economic Development Director Scott Powell said.Yuba City officials said its average for new home permits over the last few years has hovered...
Canyon Country Couple Accused of Facilitating Crime Tourism Group
The United States Attorney’s Office, Central District of California has announced that law enforcement arrested six defendants on Wednesday, Aug. 28, that a federal grand jury charged in a 46-count indictment alleging a Canyon Country couple facilitated a crime tourism group, then laundered millions of dollars in illicit proceeds.
California bill would require child influencers to be paid
California lawmakers on Thursday passed a bill intended to protect against financial exploitation of child influencers on social media platforms such as TikTok, Instagram and YouTube. The bill, sponsored by state Sen. Steve Padilla, D-San Diego, requires California creators who feature minors in at least 30% of their content set aside a portion...
State warehouse bill faces senate vote despite opposition
A contested warehouse bill aiming to improve building standards and create buffer zones for warehouses is facing opposition from environmental justice organizations, local government groups and cities and counties.
USS Cowpens falls short, decommissions after 33 years of service
The US Navy decommissioned the Ticonderoga-class guided-missile cruiser USS Cowpens (CG 63) during a ceremony at Naval Base San Diego, marking the end of its 33-year service. The cruiser, commissioned on March 9, 1991, in Charleston, South Carolina, was recognised for its capability across mission profiles, from combat operations to humanitarian assistance.
DOJ: Dispensaries in Merced, Fresno counties burglarized in statewide crime scheme
FRESNO, Calif. (KSEE/KGPE) – Over 20 members of a statewide retail crime organization were arrested after stealing approximately $1 million worth of marijuana from dispensaries across the state, including in Fresno and Merced counties, according to the California Department of Justice. According to the California DOJ, “Operation Sticky Fingers” identified 22 suspects as responsible for stealing […]
Allstate's plan to raise home insurance premiums by 34% approved by California officials
California announced that it will allow Allstate to raise home insurance premiums by 34% starting in November. This move follows State Farm's announcement that it will raise rates by 20%. Michael Soller, the Deputy Insurance Commissioner, explained that California's insurance premiums are still lower than those of many other states despite the hike. "California's insurance rates, on average, are lower than many states, including large states like Florida or Texas," he said. "We're seeing the impact of disasters. Not just wildfires but winter storms — seeing the impact of climate change all across the nation. So, we're not alone."Devastating fires are a...
Robert Rivas supports retail-theft laws
Lea este artículo en español aquí. In downtown Salinas on Monday — joined by several dozen Central Coast elected officials, law enforcement leaders, business owners and local and state lawmakers — Assembly Speaker Robert Rivas (D-Salinas) championed historic new retail theft laws, which will protect business owners, improve safety for shoppers and workers, and hold criminals accountable.
California AI safety bill passes Legislature after drawing criticism from Pelosi, support from Musk
A sweeping measure to regulate the development of artificial intelligence has passed the California Legislature and is headed to Gov. Gavin Newsom's desk.Senate Bill 1047 by State Sen. Scott Wiener (D-San Francisco) passed its final vote in the state Senate on Thursday by a 29-9 vote. The Assembly approved the measure on Wednesday."Innovation and safety can go hand in hand — and California is leading the way," Wiener said in a statement. "The Legislature has taken the truly historic step of working proactively to ensure an exciting new technology protects the public interest as it advances."The measure, known as the...
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