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Council Adopts Policy Limiting Immigration Enforcement Cooperation

Jun 02, 2026 10:44AM ● By John McCallum

The city of West Sacramento has made its approach to assisting federal Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) officials in their immigration control measures crystal clear — and that is not to assist unless legally required.

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What’s Wrong with the Legislature Can be Explained in these Two Bills

Jun 02, 2026 10:25AM ● By National Federation of Independent Business News Release

How Can Measures Passing 78-0, 34-2 in One House Never Get a Hearing in the Other Chamber?

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Election Leadership Featured in National Case Study

May 19, 2026 12:28PM ● By Yolo County News Release

Yolo County Assessor/Clerk-Recorder/Registrar of Voters Jesse Salinas, who currently serves as president of the California Association of Clerks and Election Officials (CACEO), has been recognized at the national level for his role in pioneering a collaborative governance model now being shared as a best practice for state associations across the country.

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Council Spends Almost $10 Million on Two Land Purchases

May 12, 2026 10:34AM ● By John McCallum

The City Council has authorized staff to move ahead with spending $9.6 million to acquire property for future development at two separate locations in West Sacramento.

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Local Taxpayer Protection Act Eligible for November 2026 Ballot

May 12, 2026 09:31AM ● By California Business Roundtable News Release

Voters to Decide on Critical Measure to Restore Their Rights on Taxes

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Assembly Majority Leader Aguiar-Curry Introduces AB 2123 to Relieve Medical Debt

Apr 28, 2026 09:27AM ● By Assembly Majority Leader Cecilia Aguiar-Curry News Release

Assembly Majority Leader Cecilia Aguiar-Curry (D-Winters) held a press conference to highlight Assembly Bill 2123 (AB 2123), the Medical Debt Relief Act of 2026.

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Assembly Republicans Demand Special Session to Combat California’s $180 Billion Fraud Epidemic

Apr 21, 2026 10:14AM ● By Megan Barth, California Globe

Are California Democrats ‘Complicit or Complacent?’

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Matsui Unveils Bipartisan Bill to Help Prevent Drug Shortages

Apr 21, 2026 10:09AM ● By Congresswoman Doris Matsui News Release

Congresswoman Doris Matsui (D-CA-07) and Representatives Dan Crenshaw (R-TX-02), Ashley Hinson (R-IA-02) and Kim Schrier (D-WA-08) recently introduced the bipartisan Drug Origin Transparency Act, legislation to give the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), health care providers and purchasers better visibility into where prescription drugs and their key ingredients are actually made.

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Yolo County to Conduct Election Observation and Transparency Workshop and Logic and Accuracy Testing

Apr 20, 2026 04:22PM ● By Yolo County Elections Office News Release

On Thursday, April 30 the Yolo County Elections Office will conduct an Observation and Transparency Workshop, followed by the pre-election testing of the voting equipment, known as Logic and Accuracy Testing, for the June 2, 2026, Statewide Direct Primary Election.

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Council Adopts Tiny Homes on Wheels Impact Fee Schedule

Apr 20, 2026 04:00PM ● By John McCallum

A year after passing an ordinance classifying tiny homes on wheels as a permitted housing option in the city, the City Council adopted a resolution at its April 17 meeting setting up a “proportional impact fee reduction program” for those units used as a primary dwelling.

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League of Women Voters to Hold Double Header Candidate Forums

Apr 20, 2026 03:36PM ● By Jessica Smith, League of Women Voters of Yolo County

The League of Women Voters of Yolo County is hosting two candidate forums in preparation for the June 2 California primary election.

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Leaders Convene to Strengthen Gun Violence Prevention Efforts

Apr 07, 2026 09:54AM ● By Yolo County News Release

On April 2, Yolo County Supervisor Lucas Frerichs and Yolo County District Attorney Jeff Reisig convened a gathering of the Yolo Gun Violence Prevention Collaborative (Yolo GVPC) to continue coordinating gun violence prevention efforts throughout Yolo County and the broader region.

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Write-in Candidacy Nomination Period Begins Monday, April 6

Apr 03, 2026 11:43AM ● By Yolo County News Release

For the June 2, Statewide Direct Primary Election, all write-in candidates for county, state and federal offices must submit a statement of write-in candidacy and nomination papers (if applicable).

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Yolo County Responds to Oakdale Fire Civil Grand Jury Report

Mar 31, 2026 10:48AM ● By Yolo County News Release

The Yolo County Superior Court has released the Civil Grand Jury report regarding the July 1, 2025, Oakdale Fire incident.

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Esparto Fireworks Explosion

Mar 31, 2026 10:41AM ● By Yolo County Civil Grand Jury News Release

Grand Jury says officials knew, none acted

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Aguiar-Curry Unveils True Cost of Child Care Act to Improve Affordability and Accountability

Mar 31, 2026 10:37AM ● By Assemblymember Cecilia Aguiar-Curry News Release

Supporters say AB 1981 will help families, providers, and the economy by ensuring fair childcare reimbursement rates

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California Farm Bureau Celebrates Passage of Farm, Food, and National Security Act of 2026

Mar 17, 2026 11:12AM ● By California Farm Bureau News Release

California Farm Bureau President Shannon Douglass commented today on the House Agriculture Committee’s bipartisan passage of H.R. 7567, the Farm, Food, and National Security Act of 2026.

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Indivisible Yolo Endorses Eric Jones

Mar 17, 2026 10:52AM ● By Eric Jones for Congress News Release

Democratic congressional candidate Eric Jones announced the endorsement of Indivisible Yolo, a Democratic grassroots organization known for its advocacy on protecting democracy, activating citizens to participate in government and holding elected officials accountable.

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Yolo County Marks Milestone in Eliminating Unlawful Restrictive Covenants

Mar 17, 2026 10:46AM ● By Yolo County Clerk-Recorder’s Office News Release

Yolo County has continued to set the standard for addressing historical inequities in property records.

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Salinas Seeks Reelection for County Clerk/Recorder/Assessor

Mar 17, 2026 10:37AM ● By Salinas 4 Yolo News Release

Yolo County Clerk/Recorder/Assessor Jesse Salinas announced that he will seek re-election, citing a record of strengthening public trust, expanding civic engagement and improving access to essential county services.

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Federal Block Grant Funding for Homeless Motels Proposed

Mar 10, 2026 10:18AM ● By John McCallum

efurbishing city-owned emergency homeless transition facilities and updating the Citizen Participation Plan were a couple proposals City Council reviewed at its March 4 meeting as part of updating the city’s Community Development Block Grant five-year Consolidated Plan.

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Aguiar-Curry Unveils COMPETE Act to Update California Antitrust Laws

Feb 23, 2026 05:01PM ● By Assembly Majority Leader Cecilia Aguiar-Curry News Release

Supporters say clearer laws will strengthen competition, affordability and economic growth

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Council Approves Bryte Park

Feb 23, 2026 04:44PM ● By John McCallum

Project contracts focused on West Sacramento’s drinking water supply and a major city park were the two largest among seven Consent Agenda items unanimously passed by the City Council at its Feb. 18 meeting.

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Yolo County Opens Candidate Nomination Period for June 2026 Primary

Feb 16, 2026 03:50PM ● By Yolo County News Release

The Yolo County Elections Office announced the candidate nomination filing period for the June 2, 2026, Statewide Direct Primary Election has opened as of Feb. 9.

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Learn about the Criminal Justice System at the Yolo County District Attorney’s Citizens Academy

Feb 16, 2026 03:46PM ● By Yolo County District Attorney News Release

Applications Now Being Accepted

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State Senator to Speak at League of Women Voters Annual Luncheon

Feb 09, 2026 04:46PM ● By Jessica Smith

California State Senator Christopher Cabaldon will be the featured speaker at the League of Women Voters of Yolo County’s annual State of the Community Luncheon.

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Assembly Democrats Refuse to Stop a Double Tax on Drivers

Feb 09, 2026 04:07PM ● By Assembly Republican Caucus News Release

Lawmakers vote against stopping a per-mile driving tax from being added on top of the gas tax

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Capital Caucus Members Elect Inaugural Leadership Team

Feb 04, 2026 08:59AM ● By Capital Caucus News Release

The Capital Caucus announced Jan. 28 that its members have elected the new Sacramento-based regional caucus’s first leadership team.

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Youth Art Contest Inspires Civic Engagement

Feb 02, 2026 05:32PM ● By The League of Women Voters of Yolo County

The countywide contest invites high school students to express their voices through art while exploring the importance of voting and civic participation.

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West Sac Chamber Celebrates Community and Leadership

Feb 02, 2026 05:15PM ● By MPG Staff

The West Sacramento Chamber of Commerce celebrated an evening of community and leadership at their 79th Annual Installation & Awards Dinner held at West Sacramento City Hall, 1110 W Capitol Ave. on Jan. 15.

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DWR Finalizes Best Practices to Address Subsidence

Jan 26, 2026 04:29PM ● By Department of Water Resources News Release

Local groundwater agencies are getting a new resource to add to their water management toolkit – the Best Management Practices for Land Subsidence document newly released by the California Department of Water Resources (DWR).

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Ryan Davis Announces Candidacy for County Superior Court Judge

Jan 26, 2026 04:08PM ● By Ryan for Yolo News Release

Court Commissioner Ryan Davis announced today that he is running for Yolo County Superior Court Judge, building on a career dedicated to public service.

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Pleas Made on Cannabis Funding

Jan 26, 2026 03:54PM ● By John McCallum

Proponents of a medical marijuana dispensary in West Sacramento may be hoping they have the same luck lobbying the City Council as proponents of a new lease for a food non-profit seem to have had.

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Environmental Lawsuit Against Sherali Gas Corp. Settled

Jan 20, 2026 02:40PM ● By Yolo County District Attorney’s Office News Release

On Jan. 7, Yolo County Superior Court Judge Samuel McAdam approved a settlement imposing $1.16 million in civil penalties and investigative costs on defendants in an environmental protection action.

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California's Budget Underscores Agriculture's Role

Jan 20, 2026 12:30PM ● By California Farm Bureau News Release

Gov. Gavin Newsom’s proposed budget highlights California’s continued focus on wildfire response, climate resilience and water infrastructure but leaves gaps in direct support and regulatory alignment for agriculture and rural communities, according to California Farm Bureau President Shannon Douglass.

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