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California’s $20 minimum wage leads 89% of fast-food restaurants to reduce hours
The minimum wage for fast-food workers in California jumped to $20 an hour on April 1, a $4 pay bump for 553,000 fast workers. However, restaurant chain owners raised concerns that the minimum wage increases would hurt their bottom line, and owners have cut workers’ hours, raised food prices, and even shut down some locations. […]
Sacramento Kings continue to try and replace void left by Jordi Fernandez
The Sacramento Kings and head coach Mike Brown continue their mission of trying to fill the void by Jordi Fernandez and the other coaches that went with him (more on this in a moment) by adding new assistants to their staff. On Thursday, it was reported that Jim Moran was...
Applications Open for Ten New Affordable Homes in Folsom's Historic District by Habitat for Humanity of Greater Sacramento
In a move that underscores the push for more affordable housing solutions in the Sacramento region, Habitat for Humanity of Greater Sacramento is now fielding applications for ten new homes in Folsom's Historic District. The development, announced via social media by the City of Folsom and reported by ABC10, consists of a mixture of single-family homes offering four bedrooms, two bathrooms, and two stories, as well as smaller cottages providing two bedrooms and a single bathroom.
Over 1,000 illegal marijuana plants seized in Siskiyou during traffic stop
SISKIYOU COUNTY, Calif. — A Sacramento man was arrested with over 1,000 illegal marijuana plants in Siskiyou County last Friday. The Siskiyou County Sheriff's Office (SCSO) says around 3:30 a.m. on July 19, a deputy noticed a white Mercedes Transit van swerving over the fog line along Interstate 5 north of Weed. The deputy tried to pull over the van, but the driver continued along I-5 for three miles before eventually coming to a stop, officers say.
Beck Pitches North of the Border
VICTORIA, BRITISH COLUMBIA (MPG) - As many collegiate athletes prepared this summer for fine tuning and working on their game before they return or enter classes within the next month and a half by playing for club teams within the area, some were given the opportunity to play in another country.
Officials working to find new place for child molesters to be released in Stanislaus County
TURLOCK, Calif. — The Stanislaus County Sheriff's Office said Friday sexually violent predators Kevin Gray and Timothy Weathers won't be placed in a home in Turlock. A Stanislaus County Superior Court judge granted a motion to prevent them from being placed at that home. However, the sheriff's office said the release of the two men in a different location in Stanislaus County is ongoing.
Prop 32 asks California voters to raise statewide minimum wage to $18
Renato Palisoc has worked at the Hilton Bayfront in San Diego for 16 years. He said wages have gone up incrementally during that time, but the cost of living in California has increased exponentially. California's current $16 minimum wage is more than twice the federal minimum wage, which is $7.25....
California Recommends AT&T, Frontier, Six Others for $143M in Broadband Grants
The California Public Utilities Commission (PUC) has recommended a total of $143.3 million in grants to go toward broadband deployments to locations in the state that currently lack high-speed broadband service. AT&T was recommended for two grants totaling $18.1 million and Frontier was recommended for three grants totaling $22.9 million....
Popular Treat Being Recalled Over ‘Undeclared’ Ingredient
If you are a fan of Costco, and you enjoy some of their 'healthier' snacks, you might want to check your labels as there is a 13-state recall for two types of energy bars. Here's what you need to know about the recall. The recall centers around two baked items...
Football Announces Non-Conference Home Game Start Times
DAVIS, Calif. – UC Davis football has announced the start times to its pair of 2024 non-conference home match ups, with the Aggies' games against Texas A&M-Commerce (Sept. 7) and Utah Tech (Sept. 21) both kicking off at 7 p.m. The Aggies will open UC Davis Health Stadium with...
Jacob Westberg Recognized as Cobalt Golf GCAA All-America Scholar
NORMAN, Okla. – On Thursday, UC Davis senior men's golfer Jacob Westberg was named a Cobalt Golf All-America Scholar, recognizing his outstanding academic and athletic achievements this season. This marks Westberg's fourth All-America Scholar honor, adding to an illustrious career that includes four GCAA All-American honors, a Big West...
Yuba City’s Bushnell Graduates U.S. Merchant Marine Academy
Carson James Bushnell of Yuba City recently graduated from the United States Merchant Marine Academy. Photo courtesy of the U.S. Merchant Marine Academy. KINGS POINT, NY (MPG) - Carson James Bushnell, son of Frank and Shawnie Bushnell, of Yuba City recently graduated from the United States Merchant Marine Academy (USMMA) at Kings Point, NY. Bushnell earned a Bachelor of Science degree and a commission in the U. S. armed forces. He also earned a Merchant Marine officer license, qualifying him to serve as an officer on any ship in the U.S. flag merchant marine. Bushnell is a graduate of River Valley High School.
Shotgun Team Makes a Statement in Las Vegas
Pictured are, from left, coach Gordon Cooley, coach Dave Samson and coach Jerry Munger, Sydney Munger, James Cooley Trevor Munger, Dixie Bybee, Kaden Coleman, Landon McCracken, Logan Munger, Cameron Rasmussen, Garrett Bartels, Mathew Siller, Tyler Fletcher, Taylor Bogle and coach Rich Bartels and Will Patterson. Photo courtesy of Dave Samson.
Celebrate The 80th Birthday Of Smokey Bear At Pena Adobe Park On August 3rd
“Smokey’s friends don’t play with matches or lighters.” That’s the message Smokey Bear and several of his helpers will share with visitors at the Peña Adobe Historical Park on Saturday, August 3rd from 11:00am until 2:00pm. Join CAL FIRE Firefighters and the Vacaville Fire Protection...
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