Long Beach, CA…Governor convenes state law enforcement leaders and Big 13 Mayors for public safety roundtable. Signs AB 331 extending the crime of organized theft and CHP’s Organized Retail Crime Task Force. CHP to partner with local governments to deploy patrols and regional investigative teams. State’s public safety efforts focus on supporting prevention, deterrence and […]
Oakland, CA…California Attorney General Rob Bonta today announced a historic $26 billion settlement that will help bring desperately needed relief to people in California and across the country who are struggling with opioid addiction. The settlement includes Cardinal, McKesson, and AmerisourceBergen – the nation’s three major pharmaceutical distributors – and Johnson & Johnson, a company […]
Santa Cruz, CA…The California Highway Patrol is offering a traffic safety program for teenage drivers and their parents. The Start Smart Program is aimed at helping future and newly licensed teenage drivers become aware of the responsibilities that accompany the privilege of being a licensed California driver. This program is designed as an educational tool […]
Monterey, CA…This year’s three-day Festival harkens back to our roots, featuring performances on the Jimmy Lyons Stage in the Arena and the Courtyard Stage only. The 64th Monterey Jazz Festival features a multiple GRAMMY-Award winning lineup including Herbie Hancock, George Benson, Terri Lyne Carrington + Social Science, Pat Metheny Side-Eye, Ledisi, Christian Sands Group, Kandace […]
Santa Cruz, CA…Traffic Update…..SIG Alert Near Hwy 1 North & Soquel Incident: 00237 Type: SIG Alert Location: Sr1 N / Soquel Loc Desc: NB 1 AT SOQUEL Lat/Lon: 36.986453 -121.983414 Detail Information 2:32 PM 1 [1] NB AND SB CLOSED – UNK ETO Unit Information 2:33 PM 3 Unit At Scene 2:33 PM 2 Unit […]
Traver, CA…At a rural elementary school in Tulare County, Governor Gavin Newsom today signed legislation to advance the state’s commitment to bridging the digital divide by increasing equitable, affordable access to high-speed internet service across California. Through a $6 billion multi-year investment, more Californians will be able to access broadband coverage with the construction of […]
Oakland, CA…California Attorney General Rob Bonta today announced a historic $26 billion settlement that will help bring desperately needed relief to people in California and across the country who are struggling with opioid addiction. The settlement includes Cardinal, McKesson, and AmerisourceBergen – the nation’s three major pharmaceutical distributors – and Johnson & Johnson, a company […]
Colorado Springs, CO…The United States Olympic & Paralympic Committee announced the 613-member 2020 U.S. Olympic Team that will compete at the upcoming Olympic Games Tokyo 2020. Following the year-long postponement due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the Opening Ceremony will take place Friday, July 23, with competition beginning July 21 and concluding Sunday, Aug. 8. “Team […]
Monterey, CA…The Monterey Ag Commissioner’s Report follows… In accordance with Sections 2272 and 2279 of the California Food and Agricultural Code, I am pleased to announce the release of the 2020 Annual Crop and Livestock Report for the County of Monterey. This report reflects a production gross value of $3,910,135,000 which is a decrease of […]
Sacramento, CA…The Rural County Representatives of California (RCRC) extends its appreciation to Governor Gavin Newsom for signing Senate Bill 156 on Tuesday, July 20 establishing a landmark $6 billion investment in broadband infrastructure. RCRC also applauds the work of assembly members and senators representing rural areas of the state in championing this effort. This monumental […]
