Youth Advocates Call for Change After Downtown Commons Disturbance
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Youth Advocates Call for Change After Downtown Commons Disturbance

(Sacramento, CA) — Youth advocates are urging change following a chaotic gathering of minors at Sacramento’s Downtown Commons on Friday night, resulting in several citations and arrests.The Sacramento Police Department reported that 80 to 100 juveniles caused a disturbance at DOCO, with calls about the commotion starting around 8:30 p.m. Seven juveniles were cited and…

Man Killed, Several Stabbed in Lake Berryessa Fight
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Man Killed, Several Stabbed in Lake Berryessa Fight

(Napa County, CA) — A man was shot dead and several others were stabbed during a large fight at Lake Berryessa on Saturday.The Napa County Sheriff’s Office reports the fight began around 5:30 p.m. at the Oak Shores Day Use area. Two stabbing victims were airlifted to hospitals; one remains hospitalized. The shooting victim, who…

Sentencing Delayed for Middle School Teacher Convicted of Sex with Student
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Sentencing Delayed for Middle School Teacher Convicted of Sex with Student

(Butte County, CA) – In Butte County Court yesterday, at what was supposed to be the sentencing for Michelle Solis, convicted of having sex with one of her middle school students, the judge granted a delay until the 27th of this month. That came at the request of Solis’s attorney, “due to her having a…

Yuba-Sutter Pow Wow this Weekend
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Yuba-Sutter Pow Wow this Weekend

(Yuba-Sutter, CA) – The Annual Yuba-Sutter Pow Wow takes place this weekend at Yuba College, featuring vendors, dancing, including ritual ceremonies, as well as the cakewalk and round dance according to The Appeal-Democrat. This year’s version will also include a flute contest as well as drum & dancing competitions, plus craft activities for children.The event…

YCUSD Summer Meals for Students Begins Monday
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YCUSD Summer Meals for Students Begins Monday

(Yuba-Sutter, CA) – Starting Monday June 10th, the Yuba City Unified School District will resume its summer meals program. The free meals are on behalf of students who may not have access to proper nutrition with school being out for the summer, as the Summer Food Service program provides healthy meals for children 18 and…

Grasshopper Infestation Hits Sacramento County
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Grasshopper Infestation Hits Sacramento County

(Sacramento County, CA) — Residents in Sacramento County, including Rancho Cordova, Roseville, and south Sacramento, report a grasshopper infestation. Experts link the surge to recent heat and late rains. Authorities advise maintaining yards, reducing watering, and sealing home entrances.The county is investigating if the grasshoppers are invasive.

Parole Denied for Convicted Sutter County Criminal
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Parole Denied for Convicted Sutter County Criminal

(Yuba-Sutter, CA) – The Sutter County DA has issued a press release that “Michael David Pettet’s parole has been denied for another 7 years.” However, “Special Deputy District Attorney Elizabeth Norton argued for a 10-year denial” according to the release, citing Pettet continuing to commit offenses in prison.Those offences include threatening a judical officer with…

Grand Theft, Battery Arrests in Yuba City
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Grand Theft, Battery Arrests in Yuba City

(Yuba-Sutter, CA) – The Sutter County Sheriff’s office reports the arrest of 36-year-old Devin Goss of the 300 block of Anita Way in Yuba City, on suspicion of grand theft, burglary and vandalism.Additionally, the Yuba City Police Department reports the arrest of 43-year-old Jerry Rymer, Jr. of the 1400 block of Wendell Way in Yuba…

Marysville City Council Green-Lights Road Improvements
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Marysville City Council Green-Lights Road Improvements

(Yuba-Sutter, CA) – At their meeting Tuesday, the Marysville City Council unamaniously approved road improvement priorities to be submitted to the state, for annual fiscal year allocation of Senate Bill 1 funds, of which, Marysville received approximately $300,000 per year, according to The Appeal-Democrat.The list includes reconstruction of East 22nd Street between Ramirez & Cheim…

Newsom Reacts To Court Ruling Dismissing Challenge Of Sites Reservoir
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Newsom Reacts To Court Ruling Dismissing Challenge Of Sites Reservoir

(Sacramento, CA) — Governor Newsom is praising a court ruling that rejected a challenge of Sites Reservoir. Environmental advocates have argued that California’s plan to build a reservoir in a valley north of Sacramento would harm the Sacramento River’s ecosystem and fish species.In December, groups filed a lawsuit that claimed the Sites Project Authority violated…