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Legislators Call for Increased Federal Funding for Head Start Programs in California

Thursday, May 8

Assemblywoman Heather Hadwick joined a bipartisan group of legislators, including Assemblymembers Patrick Ahrens and Cecilia Aguiar-Curry and Senator Monique Limón, in urging Congress to protect and expand federal funding for Head Start programs that serve more than 85,000 children and families in California each... Read More.

Three Arrested in Douglas County for Elderly Targeted Email Scam Extortion

Thursday, May 8

Three individuals were arrested in connection with extortion schemes involving fraudulent email scams that targeted local residents, as reported by the Douglas County Sheriff’s Office. The first two arrests occurred on May 2 in Genoa, where Junyan Wu, 22, and Lirui Diao, 21, were... Read More.

California Gas Prices Could Soar if Major Refineries Shut Down

Thursday, May 8

Gas prices in California may rise significantly if two major refineries shut down, as indicated by Professor Michael Mische from the University of Southern California. The Phillips 66 Refinery in Los Angeles is at risk of closing by the end of this year, potentially... Read More.

Stay Safe During Spring Snowmelt: Essential Water Safety Tips for Outdoor Enthusiasts

Wednesday, May 7

With the arrival of mid-spring, rivers and streams are experiencing higher and colder water flows due to snowmelt. Outdoor enthusiasts must exercise caution as these conditions can be extremely dangerous, with cold, swiftly moving water posing significant risks. Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E) urges... Read More.

Tax credit aiming to offset overtime dies in committee

Wednesday, May 7

Farm advocates and farmworkers expressed disappointment after Senate Bill 628, a proposed tax credit aimed at enhancing farm employment and aiding California farms, was rejected by the Senate Labor, Public Employment and Retirement Committee. The bill, authored by state Sen. Shannon Grove, R-Bakersfield, was... Read More.

Sacramento Man Sentenced to 12 Years for $38 Million Catalytic Converter Theft Ring

Wednesday, May 7

A Sacramento man, Tou Sue Vang, has been sentenced to 12 years in prison for his involvement in a $38 million catalytic converter theft ring. Vang, 33, was found to be transporting and selling thousands of stolen catalytic converters across state lines, as stated... Read More.

New Inspection Protocols for Lake Oroville Aim to Combat Golden Mussels

Tuesday, May 6

On Friday, Assemblyman James Gallagher's staff attended the Oroville Recreation Advisory Committee meeting where the CA Dept. of Water Resources presented preliminary plans for combatting golden mussels at Lake Oroville. I spoke with senior officials from DWR after the ORAC meeting to emphasize the... Read More.

Chico Man Sues City for Negligence After Fire Destroys Shelter Belongings

Tuesday, May 6

A trial date has been set for a civil lawsuit against the City of Chico, filed by Kristopher Vetter, who is alleging negligence and emotional distress following a fire at the Chico Genesis Pallet Shelter that destroyed his belongings in August 2024. Vetter contends... Read More.

Shasta Lake Reaches Near Capacity for Third Consecutive Year After Wet Winter

Monday, May 5

For the third year in a row, Shasta Lake is nearly full following another wet winter. The lake’s surface level currently sits at 1,061.70 feet, just shy of its full capacity of 1,067 feet, according to the U.S. Bureau of Reclamation. That’s 96% of total... Read More.

Assembly Democrats Fail to Protect Minors from Sex Trafficking with Weak Legislation

Monday, May 5

Assembly Democrat leadership failed to protect children by not passing a straightforward felony penalty for buying 16- and 17-year-old minors for sex. Instead, they amended the bill with vague “intent” language that does little to hold predators accountable, ultimately requiring teenage victims to prove... Read More.

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Legislators Call for Increased Federal Funding for Head Start Programs in California

Three Arrested in Douglas County for Elderly Targeted Email Scam Extortion

California Gas Prices Could Soar if Major Refineries Shut Down

Stay Safe During Spring Snowmelt: Essential Water Safety Tips for Outdoor Enthusiasts

Tax credit aiming to offset overtime dies in committee

Sacramento Man Sentenced to 12 Years for $38 Million Catalytic Converter Theft Ring

New Inspection Protocols for Lake Oroville Aim to Combat Golden Mussels

Chico Man Sues City for Negligence After Fire Destroys Shelter Belongings

Shasta Lake Reaches Near Capacity for Third Consecutive Year After Wet Winter

Assembly Democrats Fail to Protect Minors from Sex Trafficking with Weak Legislation

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