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Oroville Man Found Guilty in Yuba County Attempted Murder of a Peace Officer

(Yuba County, CA) – In Yuba County Court, a jury has found Aaron Quinn of Oroville guilty of the attempted murder of a peace officer, and Quinn is now facing life in prison. Sentencing is scheduled for March 3rd.It was just over a year ago on January 16th, 2022 when a CHP officer attempted to…

“First Saturday in Marysville” Set for This Weekend
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First Saturday in Marysville” Set for This Weekend

(Yuba-Sutter, CA) – The public is invited this weekend to “First Saturday in Marysville” as ‘The Gateway to the Goldfields’ shows itself off in all its charm and splendor!The event will feature an art walk, tours, open markets, art galleries, specialty shops and even a $50 gift card giveaway. A flier posted online promoting this…

Teen Rescued From Sex Trafficking Work
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Teen Rescued From Sex Trafficking Work

(Sacramento, CA) — A 13-year-old is safe after being rescued during a human trafficking operation. Sacramento Police say the teen was involved in commercial sex work and was taken to a social services facility.The rescue was a part of “Operation Reclaim and Rebuild” where officers arrested five people for suspected sex trafficking.

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Lawmakers Announce New Gun Legislation

(Sacramento, CA) — California lawmakers want to strengthen existing concealed carry weapon laws. State Senator Anthony Portantino made an announcement yesterday about legislation he authored called Senate Bill 2. It would set standards on getting a concealed carry weapon permit in the state.The restrictions would include a minimum age of 21-years-old to receive the permit…

Conviction of Constance Addison in Death of Alec Flores Upheld, Sentence Vacated for Re-sentencing
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Conviction of Constance Addison in Death of Alec Flores Upheld, Sentence Vacated for Re-sentencing

(Yuba-Sutter, CA) –  A state appeals court yesterday upheld the conviction of Constance Addison in the 2019 vehicular death of Alec Flores. However, it vacated the sentence and ordered that she be re-sentenced. In October 2021, the Yuba City woman was convicted of second-degree murder in the hit-and-run death of a 13-year-old Alec Flores. At…

Jehovah’s Witnesses to Begin Using Yuba City Assembly Hall Again After 3 Year Absence
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Jehovah’s Witnesses to Begin Using Yuba City Assembly Hall Again After 3 Year Absence

(Yuba-Sutter, CA) – After almost 3 years, Jehovah’s Witness officials report they will once again be using the Yuba City Assembly Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses on George Washington Boulevard. John Johnson, a public communication representative for Jehovah’s Witnesses, tells The Appeal-Democrat “The hall will be nearly filled to capacity most weekends of the year which…

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Blue Zones Project Cleans Up Ellis Lake

(Yuba-Sutter, CA) – Staying true to it’s goals that it takes a lot of different things to make a healthy community, Blue Zones Project Yuba-Sutter hosted its first Ellis Lake clean-up event in Marysville on yesterday as part of its “Adopt a Park” series.Over 25 participants gathered at the Ellis Lake gazebo, and, in about…

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Lake Shasta Continues to Rise, Lake Oroville Now at 808 Feet

(NorCal, CA) – Lake Shasta keeps inching its way up. By yesterday, the lake was 56-percent full according to the Department of Water Resources. This comes after recent atmospheric rivers and after only being 34-percent full the first few days of January. It’s also 87-percent of normal compared to just 57-percent at the beginning of…

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CA Governor To Announce Gun Control Measures

(Sacramento, CA) — Governor Gavin Newsom and several state officials will announce new gun control measures today after several mass shootings in California. Officials say state lawmakers have already filed legislation related to firearms.Some bills being considered include one that would set limits for concealed carry permit holders and harsher penalties for those who use…

Expect Delays Next Week for Storm Drain Installation on 70, Feather River Blvd. & N. Beale Road
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Expect Delays Next Week for Storm Drain Installation on 70, Feather River Blvd. & N. Beale Road

(Yuba-Sutter, CA) – Yuba County drivers may face some traffic delays as the county says that, starting this week, you will see some road work starting near the on-ramp to Highway 70.Next week, starting Monday, Feb. 6, you will likely experience traffic delays in the area of Feather River Boulevard and North Beale Road.County officials…