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Wildfire Resilience Bill Advances to California Assembly

Friday, July 17

Legislation aimed at strengthening California's local wildfire preparedness efforts is moving forward after clearing the State Senate. Senate Bill 973 has passed the Senate and is now headed to the California Assembly, where it has been referred to the Assembly Natural Resources and Emergency Management... Read More.

Escaped California Fire Camp Inmate Released by Mexican Authorities, Remains Wanted

Friday, July 17

An incarcerated man who walked away from a California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation (CDCR) fire camp earlier this month remains at large after being released by Mexican authorities. According to CDCR, 49-year-old Miguel Banuelos was taken into custody in Tijuana, Mexico, on July 6—just... Read More.

CPUC Seeks Public Input to Improve California Broadband Maps

Tuesday, July 14

The California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) is asking residents to share their experiences with internet service through a new Broadband Public Feedback Survey designed to improve the accuracy of the state's broadband maps. The survey allows Californians to report the quality of internet service... Read More.

Gas Prices Begin Rising Again Amid Global Oil Market Uncertainty

Monday, July 13

Gas prices are moving higher again after weeks of declines, with AAA reporting the national average for regular gasoline increased this week as uncertainty continues surrounding global oil markets. The national average price for a gallon of regular gasoline reached $3.84, up about 5 cents... Read More.

California Education Budget Includes Record Per-Pupil Funding, Teacher Programs and Student Support Investments

Monday, July 13

Governor Gavin Newsom has signed California’s 2026-27 state budget, which includes several major investments in public education, including increased per-pupil funding, support programs for students with additional needs, and funding aimed at strengthening the educator workforce. California State Superintendent of Public Instruction Tony Thurmond discussed... Read More.

Wildfire Watch Goes to Space: New Satellites Aim to Spot Fires Faster

Thursday, July 9

California’s fight against wildfires is reaching into space. Three new satellites designed to detect wildfires from orbit have successfully launched, marking the beginning of a new technology system that could help fire agencies identify and respond to fires faster. The project, known as FireSat, was... Read More.

Butte County Among Top Targets as California Reports Major Illegal Cannabis Seizures

Thursday, July 9

Butte County ranked among the hardest-hit areas in California's latest crackdown on illegal cannabis operations, as state officials announced the seizure of more than 63,000 pounds of illicit cannabis during a three-month enforcement effort. Governor Gavin Newsom said the state's Unified Cannabis Enforcement... Read More.

Miguel Banuelos Apprehended in Tijuana After Escaping Nevada County Conservation Camp

Tuesday, July 7

NEVADA COUNTY – California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation (CDCR) officials today announced the apprehension of Miguel Banuelos, an incarcerated person who walked away from Washington Ridge Conservation Camp in Nevada County on July 4, 2026. With information from CDCR’s Office of Correctional Safety officials,... Read More.

Caltrans Receives $1.4 Million Grant to Improve Highway Safety

Monday, July 6

Sacramento – Caltrans announced today that it received approximately $1.4 million in grant funding from the California Office of Traffic Safety (OTS) to help expand and improve traffic data collection that will help improve safety on the state highway system. Caltrans analyzes a wide variety... Read More.

CDCR Seeking Incarcerated Person Who Walked Away from Washington Ridge Conservation Camp in Nevada County

Monday, July 6

NEVADA COUNTY, Calif. – California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation (CDCR) officials are searching for incarcerated person Miguel Banuelos, who walked away from Washington Ridge Conservation Camp in Nevada County on July 4, 2026. Banuelos was last seen at approximately 12:35 p.m. During a 2... Read More.

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Wildfire Resilience Bill Advances to California Assembly

Escaped California Fire Camp Inmate Released by Mexican Authorities, Remains Wanted

CPUC Seeks Public Input to Improve California Broadband Maps

Gas Prices Begin Rising Again Amid Global Oil Market Uncertainty

California Education Budget Includes Record Per-Pupil Funding, Teacher Programs and Student Support Investments

Wildfire Watch Goes to Space: New Satellites Aim to Spot Fires Faster

Butte County Among Top Targets as California Reports Major Illegal Cannabis Seizures

Miguel Banuelos Apprehended in Tijuana After Escaping Nevada County Conservation Camp

Caltrans Receives $1.4 Million Grant to Improve Highway Safety

CDCR Seeking Incarcerated Person Who Walked Away from Washington Ridge Conservation Camp in Nevada County

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