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Police, Fire Have National Night Out

Aug 15, 2024 09:35AM ● By Matthew Malone

Elk Grove neighborhoods took part in National Night Out on Aug. 6, joining a nationwide event to bring police officers and firefighters closer to the people they serve.

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Prepare for National Night Out

Aug 01, 2024 09:53AM ● By Ornella Rossi

On Tuesday, Aug. 6, Elk Grove will join cities across the nation in celebrating National Night Out, an annual event dedicated to promoting community safety and building stronger bonds between residents and law enforcement.

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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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Student Arrested for Armed Robbery at Del Campo High School

Jul 16, 2024 01:45PM ● By Sacramento County Sheriff's Office News Release

At approximately 1 p.m. on Tuesday, July 9, Sacramento County Sheriff North Patrol Deputies responded to Del Campo High School for the report of a student being robbed at gunpoint

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Californians Affected by Wildfire Smoke Should Take Steps to Protect Their Health

Jul 09, 2024 01:08PM ● By California Department of Public Health News Release

The California Department of Public Health (CDPH) is Urging Californians to Take Steps to Protect Themselves from Air Pollutants

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Sacramento Superior Court Launches Second Phase

Jun 25, 2024 04:47PM ● By Sacramento Superior Court News Release

The Sacramento Superior Court on June 17 Launched the Second Phase of its New Electronic Case Management System

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Marysville Council to Address Hotel Emergency Proclamation

Jun 20, 2024 11:17AM ● By City of Marysville News Release

Concerns Over the Structural Integrity of the Marysville Hotel Have Prompted the Marysville City Council to Convene a Special Meeting this Friday at 9 a.m.

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Missing Person Alert

May 28, 2024 05:35PM ● By Joe Wirt

Julie Vessigault was last seen in Elk Grove.

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Cosumnes Fire: Work Continues on Cutting Long Hospital Waits

May 23, 2024 03:46PM ● By Matthew Malone

Cosumnes Fire Department officials on May 15 provided an update on the time its ambulance crews spend waiting for hospitals to accept patients.

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CSD Fire Trains with New Bailout Gear

May 16, 2024 11:13AM ● By Matthew Malone

Cosumnes firefighters will soon have equipment to help them escape buildings during life-threatening situations, a Cosumnes Fire leader said recently.

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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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Community Health Fair Provides Critical Resources

May 07, 2024 03:42PM ● By Sacramento County News Release

First Step Communities Stages 2nd Community Health Fair in Sacramento County

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Baa-aad News for Fire Fuels

May 02, 2024 10:00AM ● By Sacramento County News Release

For its 2024 Fire Fuel Reduction Action Plan, the Department of Regional Parks has Lined Up Sheep and Goat Grazing Contracts

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CSD Fire Opens New Station

Apr 11, 2024 09:59AM ● By Matthew Malone

With a ceremony on April 4, Cosumnes Fire Department opened its first new fire station in more than two decades in southern Elk Grove.

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CSD Fire Shows Strategic Plan, Goals

Apr 04, 2024 10:11AM ● By Matthew Malone

osumnes Community Services District staff updated the board of directors on the Cosumnes Fire Department strategic plan, as well as its community risk assessment and standards of cover (CRA/SOC). Both documents are major parts of the department’s efforts to gain an international accreditation.

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Council Approves Enhanced Drone Program

Apr 04, 2024 10:09AM ● By Shaunna Boyd

At the March 27 meeting, the Elk Grove City Council considered funding allocations for 2024-2025 from the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) and Community Service Grant (CSG). The city received 36 applications, with the total requests exceeding $3 million, which was well beyond the available funding.

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Sacramento County’s Inspector General Selected

Apr 02, 2024 09:43AM ● By Sacramento County News Release

Sacramento County Board of Supervisors Votes to Approve Selection of Kevin Gardner as Inspector General

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Social Worker Saves Child's Life

Apr 02, 2024 09:35AM ● By Sacramento County News Release

Sacramento County's Renee Calls 911 and Clears Child's Airway

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Sacramento Superior Court Announces Poster Contest

Apr 01, 2024 03:43PM ● By Sacramento Superior Court News Release

Sacramento Superior Court Invites 6th - 12th-Grade Students to Enter its 2nd Annual Jury Appreciation Week Poster Contest

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Sheriff Cooper Supports Initiative to Restore Safety to Our Neighborhoods and Communities

Mar 26, 2024 03:46PM ● By Sacramento County Sheriff’s Office News Release

Sacramento Sheriff Cooper Writes Opinion on Proposition 47

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Sacramento Superior Court Celebrates Historic Women Leaders

Mar 26, 2024 11:57AM ● By Superior Court of California News Release

Presiding Judge Bunmi O. Awoniyi is the First Black Woman to Preside Over the unified Superior Court of Sacramento

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Major Takedown of Vast Organized Retail Crime Operation

Feb 21, 2024 12:04PM ● By CHP News Release

The ringleader of an extensive organized retail crime operation spanning 21 counties, involving an estimated $8 million in stolen beauty products, was arrested and charges were filed

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Sacramento County News Update: Assist Coroner in ID'ing Unidentified Man

Feb 12, 2024 09:42AM ● By Annie Kerr

​​The Sacramento County Coroner’s Office​ is Seeking the Public’s Assistance in Identifying an Unidentified Man

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Momentum Continues for the Homelessness, Drug Addiction, Retail Theft Reduction Act

Feb 06, 2024 03:30PM ● By Becky Warren, Elevate Public Affairs News Release

California Voters Give Over 300,000 Signatures to Put Act on Ballot

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The Sun is Rising on Public Safety in Sacramento

Feb 06, 2024 02:28PM ● By Kristina Rogers

A Commitment to Protecting, Connecting, and Preserving Public Safety in Sacramento

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Officer-Involved Shooting in Rio Linda

Jan 29, 2024 08:56AM ● By Sacramento County Sheriff's Office News Release

At Approximately 11 AM on Wednesday, January 24, 2024, Deputies Responded to the Area of 18th Street and Elkhorn Boulevard in Rio Linda Regarding a Trespassing Call

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Streaming Soon: “CADETS” The Making of A CHP Officer

Jan 23, 2024 02:50PM ● By CHP News Release

Gripping New Docuseries Gives Viewers Exclusive Access Inside the CHP Academy

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Electronic Logging Device Required for California Drivers of Regulated Commercial Vehicles

Jan 03, 2024 05:40PM ● By CHP News Release

CHP Amends California Code of Regulations

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CHP Highlights New Traffic Safety Laws For 2024

Dec 28, 2023 03:30PM ● By CHP News Release

California Laws Signed by Governor Gavin Newsom from this Year’s Legislative Session

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Sacramento Region Man Arrested for Actions During Jan. 6 Capitol Breach

Dec 28, 2023 09:11AM ● By Sacramento FBI News Release

Citrus Heights Resident Charged for Physical Confrontation with Law Enforcement Officers

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CHP Urging Motorists to Drive into The New Year Safely

Dec 27, 2023 11:48AM ● By CHP News Release

Maximum Enforcement Period Implemented Starting December 29

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CHP Begins Maximum Enforcement for Holiday Weekend

Dec 21, 2023 11:23AM ● By CHP News Release

Sacramento Region CHP Commissioner Calls for Commitment to Prioritize Safety

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Gift Card Scam and Arrest

Dec 14, 2023 10:32AM ● By Sacramento County Sheriff’s Office News Release

Investigation in Sacramento Target Captures Thief with over 5000 Gift Cards

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Operation Bad Elf Recovers Thousands of Dollars of Stolen Merchandise

Dec 13, 2023 03:59PM ● By Sacramento County Sheriff’s Dept. News Release

Sacramento County Sheriff's Dept. Concludes Week-long Operation in Region

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Former Fire Chief Derr Passes

Dec 12, 2023 06:53PM ● By by Citizen News Staff

Gerald Derr, a former Elk Grove Fire Chief, has passed away, according to Cosumnes Community Services District.

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