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Sierra-at-Tahoe Settles Lawsuit Over 2020-21 Parking Issues

Monday, May 19

Sierra-at-Tahoe has reached a settlement in a class action lawsuit related to its 2020-21 ski season, where guests were unable to access the resort due to pandemic-related parking restrictions. According to court filings, the resort sold single-day lift tickets for specific dates between December 2020... Read More.

Promoting Motorcycle Safety During Awareness Month in California

Sunday, May 18

Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month May is Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month and the California Highway Patrol emphasizes the importance of this month in promoting safe riding practices and encouraging all road users to share the road responsibly. Safety Tips for Motorcyclists: ✅ Wear Proper Gear: Always wear a... Read More.

California Plans Potential Prison Closure to Address $12 Billion Budget Deficit

Friday, May 16

California might see another closure of a prison next year, according to Gov. Gavin Newsom's revised budget proposal. The governor did not specify which state prison could be selected as the one that would be closing. The proposal is part of efforts to manage the state's... Read More.

California Considers Mileage-Based Road Charge to Replace Gas Tax for Fairer Funding

Friday, May 16

California is considering a new way to fund road repairs by replacing the gas tax with a road charge program. This program would base fees on the number of miles driven rather than gallons of gas used. The concept is similar to how electric bills... Read More.

California’s Early Prison Releases During COVID-19 Lead to Murders and High Recidivism Rates

Friday, May 16

Nearly one-third of California prisoners released early during the COVID-19 pandemic by California Gov. Gavin Newsom ended up back in prison, according to California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation data reported by CalMatters. That includes 30 convicted felons who murdered someone AFTER they were released... Read More.

PG&E Proposes Energy Improvements to Stabilize Bills and Enhance Safety Through 2030

Thursday, May 15

Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E) proposed energy system improvements to drive California’s economic growth and increase climate change resilience. The company submitted this proposal, its 2027-2030 General Rate Case (GRC), to California regulators. PG&E and the state’s other investor-owned utilities are required to make... Read More.

California Increases Cannabis Excise Tax to Restore Funding for Youth and Environmental Programs

Wednesday, May 14

The California Department of Tax and Fee Administration has announced an increase in the Cannabis Excise Tax from 15 percent to 19 percent, effective July 1. This adjustment is part of the "AB 195 Compromise," which eliminated the voter-enacted Cannabis Cultivation Tax. The change... Read More.

Caltrans Enhances Roadside Safety with Innovative Remote-Control Mowers

Wednesday, May 14

Caltrans continues to explore innovative ways to enhance efficiency and safety for its crews and the traveling public. One recent improvement involves the use of remote-control mowers for roadside vegetation management—particularly on steep slopes where traditional equipment and methods fall short. Trimming grasses and vegetation... Read More.

Paradise Considers Zoning Changes to Allow Livestock on Vacant Properties for Fire Risk Reduction

Wednesday, May 14

The town of Paradise is evaluating zoning changes that would permit livestock on larger, vacant properties to aid in fire risk reduction. Currently, livestock is restricted to properties with residences. The proposed amendments would implement one-time permit fees ranging from $352 to $880 to... Read More.

California Halts Enrollment for Low-Income Immigrants in Medi-Cal Amid Budget Crisis

Wednesday, May 14

California Governor Gavin Newsom has announced plans to halt the enrollment of low-income immigrants without legal status in a state-funded health care program, starting in 2026. This decision comes in response to a higher-than-expected cost of the program, which exceeded initial estimates by $2.7... Read More.

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Sierra-at-Tahoe Settles Lawsuit Over 2020-21 Parking Issues

Promoting Motorcycle Safety During Awareness Month in California

California Plans Potential Prison Closure to Address $12 Billion Budget Deficit

California Considers Mileage-Based Road Charge to Replace Gas Tax for Fairer Funding

California’s Early Prison Releases During COVID-19 Lead to Murders and High Recidivism Rates

PG&E Proposes Energy Improvements to Stabilize Bills and Enhance Safety Through 2030

California Increases Cannabis Excise Tax to Restore Funding for Youth and Environmental Programs

Caltrans Enhances Roadside Safety with Innovative Remote-Control Mowers

Paradise Considers Zoning Changes to Allow Livestock on Vacant Properties for Fire Risk Reduction

California Halts Enrollment for Low-Income Immigrants in Medi-Cal Amid Budget Crisis

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