(Sacramento, CA) — California is using every tool to protect communities. That’s the promise from Governor Gavin Newsom as he asks President Biden to declare an emergency to support the state’s storm response. He says it will help 34 counties get immediate access to federal assistance such as generators and equipment for clearing roads. That…
(Yuba-Sutter, CA) – Our rivers are rising as increased releases from local reservoirs is now under way. The Yuba Water Agency began releasing 5,000 cubic feet per second from New Bullards Bar yesterday and say they’ll hold as that level for now, “and adjust accordingly as the storm’s impact becomes more clear.” DWR has also…
(Yuba-Sutter, CA) – The Yuba County DA’s office is seeking the public’s help in identifying the people involved in an assault at the McDonalds in Marysville.A release states the following: The Yuba County District Attorney’s Office is investigating an assault that took place at the McDonald’s in Marysville and needs your help.Do you recognize either…
(Yuba-Sutter, CA) – The Marysville School Board has unanimously approved a partnership with Yuba College to establish what they call a “Middle College Academy,” to begin next school year. The academy would allow high-achievers to take both high school and college courses, enabling them to earn both a high school diploma with an associate’s degree,…
(Yuba-Sutter, CA) – At their meeting Tuesday night, the Yuba City Council unanimously approved a contract with Smart Marketing, not to exceed $175,000, “to craft and sell” as Robert Summa of The appeal-Democrat puts it, a proposed sales tax increase for the November 2024 ballot.The exact amount of the increase has not been decided.
(Yuba-Sutter, CA) – As a safety measure -with rivers on the rise – Sutter County will close the boat ramp at the Tisdale Weir this evening.The Sacramento River is forecast to flow 3-1/2 feet over the weir by Saturday morning, sending runoff into the Sutter Bypass.
(Sacramento, CA) — Former Sacramento area Republican activist Jorge Riley pleaded guilty for one felony charge for his role in the January 6th riots at the U.S. Capitol. He pleaded guilty on Tuesday.Riley was arrested for breaking into the Capitol and storming into the room where lawmakers were confirming the 2020 election results. He made…
(Sacramento, CA) — California Governor Gavin Newsom has tested positive for COVID-19 after a personal trip to Mexico.Officials say he has mild symptoms and will work remotely and self-isolate for at least five days. He plans to hold a virtual press conference today with Attorney General Rob Bonta for a “major announcement.” He is also…
(Yuba-Sutter, CA) – In Yuba County Court, 46-year-old Anthony Smith of Marysville has been sentenced to 14 years in prison, for gross vehicular manslaughter in a collision that resulted in the death of an unborn child and serious injuries to the child’s mother, Robbi Megazzi.The Yuba County DA says in a press release Smith was…
(DWR release) — Since Dec. 1 Lake Oroville’s storage has increased approximately 178 feet and gained 1.66 million acre-feet of water. While the Department of Water Resources (DWR) continues to monitor lake levels, DWR is also very closely monitoring weather forecasts and mountain snow levels.With ongoing wet weather and in anticipation of increased runoff inflows…
