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Assemblymembers Hoover and Patterson Introduce Measure to Address Homelessness

Mar 05, 2024 11:05AM ● By Office of Assemblyman Josh Hoover News Release

Since 2018 California has spent over $20 billion taxpayer dollars to solve the homelessness crisis

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Sac Metro Air District Releases Capital Region Climate Priorities Plan

Mar 05, 2024 10:58AM ● By Sacramento Metro Air District News Release

Guarantees the Opportunity to Compete for IRA-CPRG Implementation Funding for Climate Projects

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Major Takedown of Vast Organized Retail Crime Operation

Feb 21, 2024 12:04PM ● By CHP News Release

The ringleader of an extensive organized retail crime operation spanning 21 counties, involving an estimated $8 million in stolen beauty products, was arrested and charges were filed

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DA Thien Ho Announces Settlement with Quest Diagnostics

Feb 21, 2024 11:58AM ● By Sacramento County District Attorney’s Office News Release

Quest Diagnostics will be required to pay nearly $5 million for penalties, costs, and supplemental environmental projects and make significant changes to its operations and practices at its California facilities

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Free Tax Help Available for Low and Moderate-Income Households

Feb 21, 2024 11:47AM ● By Sacramento County News Release

Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC) is a benefit for which anyone with a household income less than $63,398 might qualify

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Sacramento County News Update: Assist Coroner in ID'ing Unidentified Man

Feb 12, 2024 09:42AM ● By Annie Kerr

The Sacramento County Coroner’s Office is Seeking the Public’s Assistance in Identifying an Unidentified Man

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California Tribes Unite Around the MMIP Crisis

Feb 12, 2024 09:32AM ● By Annie Kerr

Tribes Seek to Resolve Indelible Injustices at MMIP Summit and Day of Action

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Leafy Greens Thrive in the Winter

Feb 06, 2024 05:06PM ● By Mitch Barber, photos by Mitch Barber

Under the Freeway at 8th and W Streets, There is a Bustling Farmers’ Market on Sundays From 8 a.m. to 12 Noon

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Steve Garvey's Campaign Announces 2023 Fundraising

Feb 06, 2024 04:42PM ● By Matt Shupe, Praetorian Public Relations News Release

Baseball Legend Steve Garvey's Campaign for the US Senate Announced its 2023 Year-End Fundraising Report Recently

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Sutter’s Fort to Light Exterior Walls in Recognition of Key Dates in 2024

Feb 06, 2024 04:30PM ● By Midtown Association News Release

The Iconic Walls of Sutter’s Fort State Historic Park Will Be Lit From Sunset to Sunrise on Key Dates in Colors Reflective of and Appropriate to Each Occasion

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Sacramento Kings Celebrate Black History Month, Powered by SMUD

Feb 06, 2024 03:50PM ● By Sacramento Kings News Release

Throughout the Month, the Team Will Continue to Use Their Platform to Support the Local Black Community

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New Art Displayed in Sacramento County Board Chambers

Feb 06, 2024 03:44PM ● By Sacramento County News Release

Sacramento County Sponsors Bi-Annual Art Exhibitions in the Board Chambers, Located at 700 H St

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Local Girl Scouts Sharpen Entrepreneurship Skills as 2024 Cookie Season Kicks Off

Feb 06, 2024 03:35PM ● By Girl Scouts Heart of Central California News Release

Girl Scouts Heart of Central California (GSHCC) is Excited to Announce the Official Launch of the 2024 Girl Scout Cookie Season

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Nearly 25 Local Museums to Participate in Free Museum Weekend in March

Feb 06, 2024 09:42AM ● By Sacramento Area Museums News Release

Nearly 25 Sacramento Area Museums Are Collaborating to Present a Free Museum Weekend on March 2-3, 2024

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Junk King Holds Ribbon Cutting Event

Jan 30, 2024 12:18PM ● By Margaret Snider

Rancho Cordova and Sacramento Areas Have New Junk King Franchise

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Officer-Involved Shooting in Rio Linda

Jan 29, 2024 08:56AM ● By Sacramento County Sheriff's Office News Release

At Approximately 11 AM on Wednesday, January 24, 2024, Deputies Responded to the Area of 18th Street and Elkhorn Boulevard in Rio Linda Regarding a Trespassing Call

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Father, Daughter Treated for Diabetes by Same UC Davis Team

Jan 24, 2024 01:53PM ● By UC Davis Health Press Release

More Than 37 Million People in the United States Have Diabetes and Type 1 Diabetes Accounts For About 5-10% of All Diagnosed Cases

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Meet Gabby Garbage

Jan 24, 2024 11:30AM ● By Sacramento County News Release

Sacramento County Asks that You Rethink Waste and your Garbage

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River Cats Announce National Anthem Auditions for 2024 Season

Jan 16, 2024 10:32AM ● By Sacramento River Cats News Release

Performers Must Submit Demo Prior to Feb. 10 Auditions

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Sacramento County DA Thien Ho’s Statement on U.S. Supreme Court Decision

Jan 16, 2024 10:25AM ● By Sacramento County District Attorney News Release

As Homelessness Numbers Skyrocket, Thien Ho Urges the Supreme Court to Make a Change

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Sacramento County Chair/Vice Chair Elected to Board of Supervisors

Jan 16, 2024 10:10AM ● By Sacramento County News Release

Patrick Kennedy of District 2 and Phil Serna of District 1 Have Been Sworn In to Their New Roles

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5 Over 50 Volunteer Award Nominations Open

Jan 16, 2024 09:46AM ● By Sacramento County News Release

Nominations Are Now Open For the 5 Over 50 Volunteer Award

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Dignity Health Donates Over a Million to Sacramento-Area Nonprofits

Jan 16, 2024 09:13AM ● By Dignity Health News Release

15 Community-Based Organizations in Sacramento and Yolo County Received Generous Donations

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NFIB California Welcomes New Leadership Council Chairman

Jan 09, 2024 05:46PM ● By NFIB California News Release

The state’s leading small business association today announced Whittier small business owner, Max A. Ordonez, as chairman of its state Leadership Council.

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DBW Now Accepting Grant Applications for Shoreline Erosion Control

Jan 09, 2024 05:41PM ● By California Department of Parks and Recreation Press Release

California State Parks’ Division of Boating and Waterways (DBW) is now accepting grant applications from government agencies to help slow, stop, or reverse the impact of erosion on California’s shoreline.

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Proponents Withdraw Referendum Challenging 2022 Fast-Food Worker Law

Jan 09, 2024 05:32PM ● By California Secretary of State Press Release

Secretary of State Shirley N. Weber, Ph.D. announced today that a referendum eligible for the November 5, 2024, General Election ballot has been withdrawn by the proponents.

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Farm Bureau Photo Contest Winners Illustrate California Farm Life

Jan 09, 2024 05:05PM ● By California Farm Bureau Press Release

California Farm Bureau Photo Contest Highlights Beauty of California Agriculture, Winners Chosen

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Public Health Awarded Grant for Child Safety Seat Education

Jan 09, 2024 04:57PM ● By Sacramento County News Release

Sacramento County Public Health (SCPH) has once again joined forces with partner agency Mercy San Juan to continue the successful car seat safety program.

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