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Assemblywoman Hadwick Raises Concerns Over Grizzly Bear Reintroduction in Northern California

Tuesday, May 19

The Office of Assemblywoman Heather Hadwick announces that Senate Bill 1305 — commonly referred to as the grizzly bear study bill — passed out of committee last month, raising significant concerns for communities across Northern California. Hadwick said she continues to voice... Read More.

Cal Fire reports current fires active

Tuesday, May 19

Cal Fire reports current fires active Seasonal Outlook Northern California: Expected to experience a steady warming and drying trend through early summer, with fuel receptiveness increasing as seasonal curing progresses. Snowmelt and continued spring green-up will help moderate fire spread potential in the near term, but curing... Read More.

Rattlesnake encounters in California are rising earlier and more often in 2026.

Friday, May 15

The California Poison Control System has received 77 rattlesnake-related calls so far this year. This is a sharp increase compared to the usual 200 calls the system gets annually. Dr. Rais Vohra, Medical Director for the Fresno/Madera Division of CPCS, reports three fatal rattlesnake encounters... Read More.

CDFW Celebrates 10 Years of Combating Wildlife Trafficking with Assembly Bill 96

Thursday, May 14

This week CDFW brought hundreds of pieces of trafficked animal parts seized as part of criminal investigations to the California capitol to show Assembly Bill 96 at work. Trafficked wildlife parts on display included carved elephant and mammoth tusks, a narwhal tusk, elephant snouts,... Read More.

$30 Million Available for Regional Wildfire & Landscape Resilience

Wednesday, May 13

California has opened a new funding opportunity for wildfire and landscape resilience projects. Up to $30 million is available through the Regional Wildfire and Landscape Resilience Grant Program. The program focuses on supporting regional partnerships that address wildfire risks and improve landscape health. Projects must come from... Read More.

Water Commission meeting to feature State Water Project’s renewable energy goals, Sustainable Groundwater Management update

Wednesday, May 13

At the May 20, 2026, meeting of the California Water Commission, staff from the Department of Water Resources (DWR) will provide an overview of its efforts to reduce greenhouse gas emissions within the State Water Project (SWP) to reach the goal... Read More.

Long Term Lane Closures and Delays on Interstate 5 at Cottonwood Creek Bridge Starting After Memorial Day

Monday, May 11

Starting after Memorial Day weekend, major bridge joint seal work will begin on Interstate 5 at the Cottonwood Creek Bridge near the Shasta/Tehama County line. Drivers will face long-term lane closures and heavy traffic backups. Expect extended delays during daytime hours on Saturdays. No alternate highway... Read More.

New Strawberry Varieties Boost California Production and Advance 2026 Harvest Season

Monday, May 11

The introduction of new commercial strawberry varieties has raised expectations for an industry turnaround after years of declining production. Heading into 2026, the California Strawberry Commission projected earlier spring production and marketable fruit volume in April, citing the availability of new commercially available varieties of... Read More.

Long Delays Anticipated on Interstate 5 Following Memorial Day Weekend

Monday, May 11

Major bridge joint seal work is planned on Interstate 5 after Memorial Day weekend at Cottonwood Creek Bridge, approximately 15 miles south of Redding (near the Shasta/Tehama County Line). Long-term lane closures (tentatively planned for Friday nights through Sunday mornings) will generate lengthy traffic backups... Read More.

Potential Privacy Incident Regarding Patient Personal Information In Email

Thursday, May 7

On April 9, 2025, California Correctional Health Care Services (CCHCS) sent notification letters to approximately 4,100 patients for a privacy incident involving Protected Health Information (PHI). A March 2025 audit revealed an incident where a CCHCS employee sent an unencrypted email with PHI to an... Read More.

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Assemblywoman Hadwick Raises Concerns Over Grizzly Bear Reintroduction in Northern California

Cal Fire reports current fires active

Rattlesnake encounters in California are rising earlier and more often in 2026.

CDFW Celebrates 10 Years of Combating Wildlife Trafficking with Assembly Bill 96

$30 Million Available for Regional Wildfire & Landscape Resilience

Water Commission meeting to feature State Water Project’s renewable energy goals, Sustainable Groundwater Management update

Long Term Lane Closures and Delays on Interstate 5 at Cottonwood Creek Bridge Starting After Memorial Day

New Strawberry Varieties Boost California Production and Advance 2026 Harvest Season

Long Delays Anticipated on Interstate 5 Following Memorial Day Weekend

Potential Privacy Incident Regarding Patient Personal Information In Email

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