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Safe Heart Safe Parking Program Celebrates First Anniversary

Jul 07, 2026 10:42AM ● By HEART of Davis News Release

HEART of Davis is celebrating the first anniversary of its Safe Heart Safe Parking Program, the first and only program in Yolo County to provide a safe, legal place for people living in their vehicles to park overnight while accessing supportive services and working toward permanent housing.

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Air District Offers Residents Free Home Air Purifiers

Jul 07, 2026 10:36AM ● By Yolo-Solano Air Quality Management District News Release

Applications Open Through July 31

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Nominations Sought for Democracy Works Award

Jun 29, 2026 04:48PM ● By Yolo County League of Women Voters News Release

Do you know of an individual, business or organization in Yolo County whose actions promote democracy? Let their work be known!

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Will Arnold Appointed Yolo County Director of Communications

Jun 29, 2026 04:43PM ● By Yolo County News Release

Yolo County is pleased to announce the appointment of Will Arnold as director of communications and chief public information officer, effective June 15.

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Yolo County Board of Supervisors Appoints Melinda Aiello as District Attorney

Jun 29, 2026 04:40PM ● By Yolo County News Release

Following a public recruitment and interview process, the Yolo County Board of Supervisors appointed Melinda Aiello on June 23 to serve as Yolo County District Attorney for the remainder of the current term, which expires January 8, 2029.

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Council Adopts O&M, Capital Projects Budget

Jun 29, 2026 04:36PM ● By John McCallum

City Council voted 4-0 at their June 17 meeting to adopt a resolution approving the city’s 2026-27 Operations and Maintenance (O&M) and Capital Improvements Program (CIP) budget.

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The Bridge at West Gateway Opens

Jun 29, 2026 04:33PM ● By MPG Staff

Brings 60 New Affordable Apartment Homes to West Sacramento

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Air District Celebrates Winners of Annual Clean Air Contest

Jun 16, 2026 11:09AM ● By Yolo-Solano Air Quality Management District News Release

Twelve students from across Yolo and northeastern Solano counties were recently recognized as winners of the 2026 Clean Air Art Contest by the Yolo-Solano Air Quality Management District Board of Directors and staff.

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Cooking Kits for Youth

Jun 15, 2026 02:28PM ● By Make it Happen for Yolo County News Release

The Save Mart Companies CARES Foundation is providing food preparation items for 50 local youth moving out of foster care, homelessness or the juvenile justice system through a $5,000 grant to nonprofit Make It Happen for Yolo County.

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E-Bike Program Expands Access to Clean Transportation

Jun 15, 2026 02:18PM ● By Yolo-Solano Air Quality Management District News Release

The Yolo-Solano Air Quality Management District, along with the Yolo County Sustainability Division, have launched a new incentive program to help residents purchase certified e-bikes.

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Young visitors got up close with aircraft

Positive Altitude STEM Event Inspires Next Generation

Jun 15, 2026 11:58AM ● By California Capital Airshow News Release

Hundreds of families from across the region experience aviation and STEM up close at Mather Airport

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Two California Salamanders Move Closer to Endangered Species Protection

Jun 15, 2026 11:12AM ● By Center for Biological Diversity News Release

The Center for Biological Diversity has scored a legal victory requiring the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service to finalize Endangered Species Act protections for the critically imperiled Kern Canyon and relictual slender salamanders by December 2026.

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The Best Game Plan? Getting Everyone Home Safely

Jun 15, 2026 09:59AM ● By AAA Mountain West Group News Release

AAA, MADD and Waymo remind soccer fans to plan safe rides home during the World Cup tournament

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Join SacRT in West Sacramento June 10 for the Downtown Riverfront Streetcar Workshop

Jun 09, 2026 12:05PM ● By Sacramento Regional Transit (SacRT) News Release

SacRT is inviting community members to attend a public workshop tomorrow night, Wednesday, June 10 to learn about the Downtown Riverfront Streetcar Project and share feedback as planning continues.

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Victoria Zimmerle Appointed as First 5 Yolo Commission CEO

Jun 08, 2026 03:22PM ● By First 5 Yolo News Release

The First 5 Yolo Commission announced the appointment of Victoria Zimmerle as the agency’s new chief executive officer (CEO) effective July 12, following the retirement announcement of longtime CEO Gina Daleiden.

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Workforce Innovation Board Seeks Members

Jun 08, 2026 03:14PM ● By Yolo County News Release

The Yolo County Workforce Innovation Board (WIB) is seeking local business representatives to join its 23-member board, which is charged with convening partners and providing policy, planning and oversight for local and regional workforce development initiatives under the federal Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA).

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Portuguese Picnic Returns to San Pedro Park

Jun 08, 2026 03:05PM ● By San Pedro Festa News Release

The annual San Pedro Festa (Portuguese Picnic) will be celebrating its annual fundraiser Saturday, June 27 through Sunday, June 28 at San Pedro Park in West Sacramento, formerly known as Bryte.

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Community Unites for 'Fighting Fentanyl'

Jun 08, 2026 02:54PM ● By Khushi Salgia, photos by Khushi Salgia

Families and Vintage Car Clubs Stand in Solidarity to Fight a Growing National Crisis

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Summer Reading Program Underway

Jun 02, 2026 10:51AM ● By Yolo County News Release

Yolo County Library’s annual Summer Reading Program is underway as of June 1 and runs through Saturday, Aug. 15.

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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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Fourth Annual Juneteenth Celebration Awaits

Jun 02, 2026 10:41AM ● By City of West Sacramento News Release

The City of West Sacramento invites the community to attend the 4th Annual Juneteenth Celebration on Friday, June 12, from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. at Bridgeway Lake Community Park, 3650 Southport Parkway.

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flag colelction drive

SAFE Employees Run Third Annual Flag Collection Drive Through June

Jun 01, 2026 12:34PM ● By SAFE Credit Union News Release

Coinciding with Memorial Day weekend and Flag Day in June, SAFE Credit Union employees are holding their third annual U.S. Flag collection drive through Tuesday, June 30.

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Individual Volunteer of the Year

Service Above Self

May 27, 2026 10:02AM ● By Ornella Rossi

DOVIA Awards Celebrate Local Volunteers

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All You Need is Pets

May 27, 2026 09:23AM ● By Chris Ching, photos by Chris Ching

The Spirit of Fallen Hero Shines on at Animal Care Faire

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Yolo County Urges Residents to Report Potentially Infested Grape Plants Purchased at Costco

May 27, 2026 09:11AM ● By Yolo County News Release

Agricultural Commissioner Humberto Izquierdo is urging residents to take immediate precautions after the invasive glassy-winged sharpshooter was detected on grape plants sold at Sacramento area Costco stores, including the Woodland store.

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Yolo Philanthropy Breakfast Brings Community Together

May 27, 2026 09:09AM ● By Yolo Community Foundation News Release

More than 150 community members gathered at Hotel Winters for Yolo Community Foundation’s annual Yolo Philanthropy Breakfast, a morning dedicated to connection, learning and collective impact across Yolo County.

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Yolo Crisis Nursery Named District 4 Nonprofit of the Year

May 27, 2026 09:04AM ● By Assemblymember Cecilia Aguiar-Curry News Release

Assemblymember Cecilia Aguiar-Curry (D-Winters) has named Yolo Crisis Nursery the 2026 Nonprofit of the Year for Assembly District 4, recognizing the organization’s exceptional service to children and families and its lasting impact across Yolo County.

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Four Years of Fighting Fentanyl

May 27, 2026 08:46AM ● By Abbey Wicks

Community event continues to raise awareness, offer resources

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West Sacramento Celebrates Growth

May 27, 2026 08:41AM ● By Abbey Wicks

Members of the West Sacramento community filed into a bustling City Hall on Thursday, May 21 as Athletics mascot Stomper paraded around the room, stopping to take photos with law enforcement and city officials.

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NFIB Details Weakening in the Labor Market

May 26, 2026 07:19PM ● By National Federation of Independent Business News Release

The National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB), the nation’s leading small business advocacy organization, released their April Jobs Report showing a softening in the employment market as the Small Business Employment Index fell 1.2 points to 100.4.

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April New Home Sales Rebound from March, North State BIA Reports

May 26, 2026 07:06PM ● By North State BIA News Release

After two straight below-average months, new home sales in the greater Sacramento area showed a modest rebound in April, the North State Building Industry Association (BIA) reported today.

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Drivers Encouraged to Embrace Safe Driving This Summer

May 26, 2026 06:09PM ● By AAA Mountain West Group News Release

Summer driving brings increased risks, but safe choices can save lives

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Fan Favorite Monster Jam truck

Monster Jam Trucks to Bring Full-Throttle Entertainment to Sacramento

May 26, 2026 05:52PM ● By MPG Staff

With its massive custom-built trucks and world champion drivers, the live motorsport event Monster Jam comes roaring back into Golden 1 Center with two shows Saturday, Aug. 15 and one Sunday, Aug. 16.

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Local Author Visits West Sac Schools

May 19, 2026 12:03PM ● By MPG Staff

Local author Enrique Baeza visited West Sacramento’s Westfield Village and Elkhorn Village elementary schools on May 13 to read his debut book “That Environmental Crusader Could Be Me” to students and hand out free copies.

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Sacramento Region Celebrates Signing of Water Forum 2050 Agreement

May 19, 2026 10:24AM ● By Sacramento Water Forum News Release

Landmark regional agreement advances water reliability and protection of the Lower American River in a changing climate

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