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Tower Bridge Gateway Renamed

Dec 16, 2024 04:51PM ● By MPG Staff

Tower Bridge Gateway, which runs between Jefferson Boulevard, past Sutter Health Park to the Tower Bridge is now officially named Cabaldon Parkway.

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CHP Secures Federal Grant to Enhance Older Driver Safety

Dec 03, 2024 01:41PM ● By California Highway Patrol News Release

The California Highway Patrol (CHP), in partnership with the Office of Traffic Safety, announced the receipt of a $225,000 federal grant to launch the “Keeping Everyone Safe” (KEYS) program.

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CHP Receives Grant to Combat Distracted Driving

Nov 12, 2024 12:59PM ● By California Highway Patrol News Release

The California Highway Patrol (CHP) is proud to announce it received a $350,000 grant to address the growing issue of distracted driving on California roads.

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Westbound U.S. 50 Connector Closure Scheduled in Sacramento

Oct 21, 2024 02:34PM ● By Caltrans News Release

55-Hour Closure at the Connector from Northbound State Route 99

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SacRT Launches Survey

Oct 16, 2024 11:20AM ● By Sacramento Regional Transit News Release

As part of a statewide initiative to improve public transit safety, the Sacramento Regional Transit District (SacRT) is launching a comprehensive customer survey to better understand and address the safety concerns of transit riders.

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55-hour Closure Scheduled for Eastbound Interstate 80

Oct 15, 2024 04:29PM ● By Caltrans News Release

Signed State Route 113 Detour for Airport; Expected Delays in Yolo County

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Changes Coming to Airport

Oct 08, 2024 01:28PM ● By Daniel Canfield

Effective Oct. 1 and without much ceremony, the Sacramento International Airport (SMF) hourly parking lot was closed, according to the airport website.

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Sacramento Avenue Complete Street Plan

Oct 08, 2024 01:11PM ● By Angela Underwood

Dozens of tiny colored papers, corridor walk audits, pop-up workshops and community workshops are just a few ways that the city reached out to the public for the Sacramento Avenue Complete Street Plan.

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Highway Ramp Temporarily Closed for Pavement Work

Sep 12, 2024 02:25PM ● By City of West Sacramento News Release

Caltrans (California Department of Transportation) is alerting motorists of an extended ramp closure for the ongoing Yolo Interstate 80 (I-80) Pavement Rehabilitation Project happening through West Sacramento, beginning the night of Sept. 13.

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Ironman Shuts Down Dock

Sep 12, 2024 01:34PM ● By Angela Underwood

The closure addresses debris removal, safety inspections and cleaning prior to the event, according to West Sacramento public information officer Paul Hosley. Absolutely no vessel usage is allowed, Hosley said, unless city authorized, and it will be subject to citation and removal at the owner's expense.

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New Report Estimates Potential Water Losses

Aug 21, 2024 04:59PM ● By California Department of Water Resources News Release

On July 31, the Department of Water Resources (DWR) released its final 2023 State Water Project (SWP) Delivery Capability Report

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CHP Swears In 102 New Officers

Jul 31, 2024 02:35PM ● By California Highway Patrol News Release

On July 12, the California Highway Patrol (CHP) proudly introduced 102 of the state’s newest officers during a swearing-in ceremony at the CHP Academy in West Sacramento

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Caltrans Awards $51.4 Million for Sustainable Transportation Projects

Jul 31, 2024 02:13PM ● By Caltrans News Release

On July 9, Caltrans awarded $51.4 million in planning grants for 89 sustainable, climate-resilient transportation projects throughout California

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Free Fishing Day: Get Hooked on New Adventure

Jul 24, 2024 01:10PM ● By California Department of Fish and Wildlife News Release

During the second of California’s two free fishing days in 2024, which will be on Aug. 31, the public can fish throughout the Golden State without a fishing license.

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Mayor Questions Companies’ Ethics

Jul 17, 2024 01:50PM ● By Angela Underwood

In 2019, the Cycle 9 Federal Highway Safety Improvement Program (HSIP) awarded the city four grants for different Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) projects

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State Fair Here for 17 Days

Jul 09, 2024 01:30PM ● By Carol Feineman

California State Fair Honors the State's Agricultural Industry, with Much to See and Enjoy

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Legendary Locomotive Makes 19 Whistle Stops

Jun 28, 2024 02:53PM ● By MPG Staff

Big Boy No. 4014 Features Public Display Days in Roseville

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Yolo County Board of Supervisors Announces New Phase of Road Rehabilitation Efforts

Jun 25, 2024 09:04AM ● By Yolo County News Release

The Yolo County Board of Supervisors is Dedicated to Enhancing the Quality of Roadway Infrastructure Across the Community

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Ride-Share Program Fuels Up for Three More Years

Jun 25, 2024 08:45AM ● By Angela Underwood

City Officials Extended a Three-Year Ride-Share Program Contract with Nomad Transit LLC on June 5

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Prepare for Boating Hazards

Jun 14, 2024 11:49AM ● By U.S. National Weather Service News Release

Check Weather Forecast and Make Sure Your Boat has Essential and Required Safety Equipment and Communications Tools

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1 in 6 New Trucks and Buses in California Are Zero-Emission

Jun 11, 2024 02:33PM ● By Office of Governor Newsom News Release

Sales of New Zero-Emission Medium- and Heavy-Duty Trucks in California in 2023 Have Doubled from the Prior Year

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Help Shape Yolo County's Transportation Future at Open House Events

Jun 11, 2024 09:49AM ● By Yolo Transportation District News Release

Open House Events to Take Place in Yolo County on June 17, 18, and 27

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5th Street Widening Complete

Jun 03, 2024 04:47PM ● By Angela Underwood

Mayor Martha Guererro Underscores Industrial Area Becoming Accessible Part of the City

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High Number of California Brown Pelicans Show Signs of Sickness

May 16, 2024 10:51AM ● By California Department of Fish and Wildlife News Release

California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW) has Received Increased Reports of California Brown Pelicans, a Fully Protected Species, Stranded Along the Coast from Santa Cruz County South to San Diego County, Since Late April

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California Highway Patrol Swears in 106 New CHP Officers

May 15, 2024 05:01PM ● By California Highway Patrol News Release

Newest Members of California Highway Patrol Sworn in May 10

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Caltrans Awards Historic Contracts, Seeking to Improve Safety

May 15, 2024 11:22AM ● By Caltrans News Release

California Seeks to Harness the Power of Generative Artificial Intelligence (GenAI) to Protect Vulnerable Road Users and Improve Traffic Flows

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North Riverwalk Trail Extension Open

May 07, 2024 10:24AM ● By Angela Underwood

West Sacramento Trail Extension Opens After Being Under Construction Since October 2022

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I-Street Bridge Eminent Domain Disappoints Some

May 07, 2024 10:19AM ● By Angela Underwood, photos by Angela Underwood

Eminent Domain Regarding the I-Street Bridge Project Pits Some Property Owners Against the City Over the Price of Their Land

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West Sacramento Officials Tour Levee Improvement Project

Apr 30, 2024 02:50PM ● By Angela Underwood

U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Sacramento District Commander Col. Chad Caldwell, Rep. Doris Matsui and Mayor Martha Guerrero Gather for Tour

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Bill to Protect Road Safety, Trucking Jobs Passes Assembly Transportation Committee

Apr 24, 2024 11:28AM ● By Assembly Majority Leader Cecilia Aguiar-Curry News Release

Assembly Bill 2886, Co-Authored by Assembly Majority Leader Cecilia Aguiar-Curry, Passes the Assembly Transportation Committee with a Vote of 13-1

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Congresswoman Makes Annual Visit to West Sacramento

Apr 09, 2024 03:08PM ● By Angela Underwood

Rep. Doris Matsui Focuses on Flood Control, Transportation, and Fire Safety on Annual Visit to West Sacramento

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City of West Sacramento Approves Study Contract for Enterprise Bridge Project

Mar 26, 2024 11:59AM ● By City of West Sacramento News Release

The City of West Sacramento has taken a significant step forward in enhancing economic growth and mobility in the region

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Protect Yourself and Your Children Against Measles Before International Travel

Mar 26, 2024 11:52AM ● By County of Yolo News Release

The number of people infected with measles has increased worldwide as a result of fewer people receiving recommended vaccines amid the COVID-19 pandemic

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Yolo County and Sacramento Regional Conservation Corps Clean Tule Canal

Mar 19, 2024 01:01PM ● By Yolo County News Release

Yolo County Department of Community Services’ Integrated Waste Management Division Teams up with SRCC to Preserve Natural Beauty

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Striping Work Along Old River Road Ends Soon

Mar 19, 2024 12:47PM ● By Yolo County News Release

Yolo County to Replace Striping Close to County Road 124 Intersection

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