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Nguyen Amendment Guarantees Every Voter an Equal Voice, Regardless of Party

Sep 01, 2026 01:56PM ● By Assemblymember Stephanie Nguyen News Release

Assemblymember Stephanie Nguyen (D-Elk Grove) on Aug. 25 introduced Assembly Constitution Amendment (ACA 24), the Right to Vote, a proposed amendment to the California Constitution affirming that no eligible voter can be shut out of a publicly funded election because of their party, or lack of one.

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What County’s Zoning Code Changes Mean for Residents

Aug 25, 2026 03:44PM ● By Sacramento County News Release

When most people hear the words “Zoning Code,” they probably think about developers, construction projects and a whole lot of rules that have very little to do with their everyday lives, and some people probably don’t ever hear the words “Zoning Code” at all.

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City to End Teen Center Lease, Weigh Youth Services

Aug 25, 2026 03:43PM ● By MPG Staff

The City of Elk Grove will not renew its lease with the Teen Center of Elk Grove when the agreement expires at the end of September, citing ongoing operational and financial challenges at the organization.

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Council Approves Bike and E-Bike Codes, Armored Vehicle Purchase

Aug 18, 2026 02:00PM ● By John McCallum

The City Council has adopted an ordinance adding regulations to the city’s municipal codes governing the operation, enforcement and administration of bicycles and personal transportation devices (PTDs) in Elk Grove.

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Gay Bar Data Harvesting Cameras Mark Turning Sentiment

Aug 17, 2026 06:17PM ● By Josh Cook

The last few weeks have seen some amazing instances of a growing policy problem that you face, whether you want to face it or not, just because you have a face.

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You'll Keep Paying for Wildfires on Your Electric Bill Until California Fixes Its Forests

Aug 11, 2026 10:12AM ● By Josh Cook

If you live in California, you've probably seen the ads: "Home insurance rates skyrocket." "The FAIR Plan is broken." They urge you to call your legislator and demand a fix. What they don't mention is who paid for them.

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City Expands Public Comment Options

Aug 04, 2026 04:13PM ● By MPG Staff

Elk Grove residents now have an additional way to participate in City Council meetings following changes to state law that allow live remote public comment during meetings.

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The Ukraine Effect: Cheap High-Tech Weapons and California

Jul 31, 2026 08:12AM ● By Josh Cook

The California congressional delegation should treat advances in high-tech warfare as both economic development and a national security opportunity.

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Council Approves Parks MOU with Cosumnes CSD

Jul 28, 2026 01:09PM ● By John McCallum

City Council members voted 4-0 – Vice Mayor Darren Suen had an excused absence – at their July 22 meeting to approve an amended and restated Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the Cosumnes Community Services District providing greater clarity over the roles and responsibilities each entity has for park development in Elk Grove.

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Supervisor Hume Covers State of County

Jul 21, 2026 03:29PM ● By Joe Wirt

County Supervisor Pat Hume brought the State of the County home to Elk Grove on Friday, July 17, updating a full house on topics impacting the business growth and community resilience of Sacramento County.

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New Plan Forecasts Watershed Climate Resilience

Jul 21, 2026 03:26PM ● By Regional Water Authority News Release

The Regional Water Authority (RWA) and regional partners have completed the American, Bear and Cosumnes Watersheds Resilience Plan, a new climate resilience strategy that evaluates how climate change is expected to affect water supplies, flood risk, ecosystems, infrastructure and communities across one of California’s most important watershed systems.

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Cosumnes River Stretch Permanently Protected

Jul 21, 2026 03:25PM ● By Sacramento Valley Conservancy News Release

A critical stretch of the Cosumnes River – the only undammed river on the western slope of the Sierra Nevada – is now permanently protected and slated for ecological restoration.

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Community Input Sought for Heat-Ready Mobility Plan

Jul 21, 2026 03:17PM ● By MPG Staff

As summer temperatures continue to rise, the City of Elk Grove is developing a new plan aimed at making streets, sidewalks, bikeways and transit facilities safer during periods of extreme heat.

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Matsui Demands HHS Stop Illegal Restrictions on Drug Pricing Discounts

Jul 14, 2026 02:53PM ● By Office of Rep. Doris Matsui News Release

On July 1, Congresswoman Doris Matsui (D-CA) and Congressman Jack Bergman (R-MI) led a bipartisan group of 72 total members of Congress in demanding that the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) and the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) take immediate action to stop Eli Lilly and Company from unlawfully conditioning access to 340B drug discounts.

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Council Spends $303,000 on Government Relations Firms

Jun 30, 2026 11:47AM ● By John McCallum

The City Council has approved spending $303,000 on contracts with two firms to provide legislative advocacy for the city at the state and federal levels.

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Nguyen Secures Funds for Food Banks, Recovery Services, Public Safety

Jun 23, 2026 02:46PM ● By Assemblymember Stephanie Nguyen News Release

Assemblymember Stephanie Nguyen highlights the inclusion of several priorities she advocated for during the 2026-27 state budget process, including funding for food banks, healthcare services, recovery support programs and other essential community resources.

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Energy and Commerce Advances Two Matsui Bills Targeting Toxic Chemical Exposure, Life-Saving Patient Care

Jun 23, 2026 02:36PM ● By Office of Rep. Doris Matsui News Release

On May 21, the House Committee on Energy and Commerce overwhelmingly passed Rep. Doris Matsui’s (D-CA-07) Motor Vehicle Flammability Standards Study Act and Stem Cell Therapeutic and Research Reauthorization Act.

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County’s Recommended Budget Released; Hearings Set for June

Jun 02, 2026 04:24PM ● By Sacramento County News Release

The Sacramento County Recommended Budget for Fiscal Year (FY) 2026-27 has been released. The Board of Supervisors will begin hearings on the Recommended Budget at 9:30 a.m., Wednesday, June 10 in Board Chambers at the Sacramento County Administration building, located at 700 H Street in Sacramento.

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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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Zachariah Wooden’s Campaign for Affordability

May 19, 2026 02:53PM ● By Idaly Valencia

Republican candidate Zachariah Wooden said his 2026 campaign for California’s Congressional District 7 is driven by his firsthand experience with the state’s rising cost of living and a desire to bring what he called a “fresher perspective” to Washington ahead of the June 2 primary election.

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Remote Accessible Voting Available in Sacramento County

May 19, 2026 08:48AM ● By Sacramento County Voter Registration and Elections Office News Release

Voters can request and receive access to the Remote Accessible Vote by Mail (RAVBM) system.

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You’ve Voted! What’s Next?

May 18, 2026 05:00PM ● By Sacramento County Voter Registration and Elections Office News Release

oters can use the My Voter Portal (MVP) to ​check the status of their voted ballot.​

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Cast Your Vote

May 12, 2026 04:54PM ● By MPG Staff

Voting Centers and Hours Highlighted

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Ralph Nwobi Pitches Common Sense

May 12, 2026 04:28PM ● By Idaly Valencia

Congressional Candidate Campaigns Affordability, Stability and Reform

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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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County Selects Inspector General

May 04, 2026 12:30PM ● By Sacramento County News Release

The Sacramento County Board of Supervisors voted unanimously to approve a one-year agreement appointing Eric Kane as Inspector General, ensuring continuity of independent oversight of the Sheriff’s Office while the County evaluates long-term options for the position. The contract begins May 1 and extends through April 30, 2027.

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Office Tours and Election Observation Available

May 04, 2026 12:07PM ● By Sacramento County Voter Registration and Elections Office News Release

For those interested in learning more about how the complex processes of elections work, tours and opportunities to observe are offered by the Voter Registration and Elections office.

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Accessing My Voter Portal (MVP)

May 04, 2026 12:01PM ● By Sacramento County Voter Registration and Elections Office News Release

My Voter Portal (MVP) is a dynamic online tool that allows voters to access their voter registration history, view ballot status and voting participation history.

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Ballot Drop Box and Vote Center Locations Posted

May 04, 2026 11:53AM ● By Sacramento County Voter Registration and Elections Office News Release

Voter Registration and Elections (VRE) has posted the list of Ballot Drop Box and Vote Center locations for the June 2, 2026, Primary Election on the VRE website at elections.saccounty.gov.

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Mai Vang’s Bid for Congress

Apr 29, 2026 09:34AM ● By Idaly Valencia

Candidate Highlights Priorities for District 7 Campaign

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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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Council Approves Automatic License Plate Reader Contract Amendment

Apr 14, 2026 05:06PM ● By John McCallum

The City Council has unanimously approved an amendment to the city’s contract with Flock Group for its purchase and use of automated license plate readers (ALPR) and public safety operating system: a move that came despite citizen dissent.

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Council Approves Automatic License Plate Reader Contract Amendment

Apr 14, 2026 05:06PM ● By John McCallum

The City Council has unanimously approved an amendment to the city’s contract with Flock Group for its purchase and use of automated license plate readers (ALPR) and public safety operating system: a move that came despite citizen dissent.

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City’s Overall Crime Dropped in 2025

Apr 01, 2026 10:28AM ● By John McCallum

While some categories are up and others down, overall crime in Elk Grove in 2025 dropped by about 2%.

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A Sit-Down with Doris Matsui

Apr 01, 2026 10:24AM ● By Idaly Valencia, photo by Idaly Valencia

Congresswoman Weighs Political Priorities, Re-election

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