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Council Responds to Residents’ Complaints about Transparency, Leadership

Aug 24, 2026 05:20PM ● By John McCallum

The City Council took the unusual step at its Aug. 19 meeting of pulling a number of items from its Consent Agenda for additional discussion — a decision that came after residents expressed frustration with a perceived lack of transparency and representation on the part of the council on community issues.

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Jesse Salinas Concludes Presidency of the California Association of Clerks and Election Officials

Aug 17, 2026 06:24PM ● By Yolo County Assessor/Clerk-Recorder/Elections Office News Release

After two years of service as president of the California Association of Clerks and Election Officials (CACEO), Yolo County Assessor/Clerk-Recorder/Registrar of Voters, Jesse Salinas is concluding a presidency defined by organizational growth, statewide collaboration and a commitment to developing the next generation of county leaders.

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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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General Election Update – Nomination Periods

Aug 05, 2026 09:41AM ● By Yolo County ACE – Assessor/Clerk-Recorder/Elections News Release

The Yolo County Elections Office announces that the candidate nomination filing period for November 3, 2026, General Election opened July 13, 2026.

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Aguiar-Curry Responds to CalChamber's Multi-Million Dollar Misinformation Campaign Against AB 1776

Aug 04, 2026 10:04AM ● By Office of Cecilia Aguiar-Curry News Release

Assembly Majority Leader Cecilia Aguiar-Curry (D–Winters) is disappointed in California Chamber of Commerce's newly launched statewide advertising campaign opposing Assembly Bill 1776 (AB 1776).

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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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Matsui Statement on $225 Million Federal Investment in Bosch's Roseville Facility

Jul 14, 2026 10:43AM ● By Office of Congresswoman Doris Matsui News Release

On July 13, Congresswoman Doris Matsui (CA-07), co-author of the Creating Helpful Incentives to Produce Semiconductors (CHIPS) for America Act, issued the following statement after the Department of Commerce finalized an award of $225 million in direct funding for Bosch under the CHIPS and Science Act.

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Kiley Backs Effort to Replace I Street Bridge

Jul 07, 2026 10:34AM ● By Office of Kevin Kiley News Release

The 110-year-old I Street bridge over the Sacramento River desperately needs to be replaced, local officials, including West Sacramento Mayor Martha Guerrero, told U.S. Rep. Kevin Kiley (I-CA) at a special briefing organized by the mayor.

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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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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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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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Election Leadership Featured in National Case Study

May 19, 2026 12:28PM ● By Yolo County News Release

Yolo County Assessor/Clerk-Recorder/Registrar of Voters Jesse Salinas, who currently serves as president of the California Association of Clerks and Election Officials (CACEO), has been recognized at the national level for his role in pioneering a collaborative governance model now being shared as a best practice for state associations across the country.

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Council Spends Almost $10 Million on Two Land Purchases

May 12, 2026 10:34AM ● By John McCallum

The City Council has authorized staff to move ahead with spending $9.6 million to acquire property for future development at two separate locations in West Sacramento.

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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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Assembly Majority Leader Aguiar-Curry Introduces AB 2123 to Relieve Medical Debt

Apr 28, 2026 09:27AM ● By Assembly Majority Leader Cecilia Aguiar-Curry News Release

Assembly Majority Leader Cecilia Aguiar-Curry (D-Winters) held a press conference to highlight Assembly Bill 2123 (AB 2123), the Medical Debt Relief Act of 2026.

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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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Matsui Unveils Bipartisan Bill to Help Prevent Drug Shortages

Apr 21, 2026 10:09AM ● By Congresswoman Doris Matsui News Release

Congresswoman Doris Matsui (D-CA-07) and Representatives Dan Crenshaw (R-TX-02), Ashley Hinson (R-IA-02) and Kim Schrier (D-WA-08) recently introduced the bipartisan Drug Origin Transparency Act, legislation to give the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), health care providers and purchasers better visibility into where prescription drugs and their key ingredients are actually made.

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Yolo County to Conduct Election Observation and Transparency Workshop and Logic and Accuracy Testing

Apr 20, 2026 04:22PM ● By Yolo County Elections Office News Release

On Thursday, April 30 the Yolo County Elections Office will conduct an Observation and Transparency Workshop, followed by the pre-election testing of the voting equipment, known as Logic and Accuracy Testing, for the June 2, 2026, Statewide Direct Primary Election.

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Council Adopts Tiny Homes on Wheels Impact Fee Schedule

Apr 20, 2026 04:00PM ● By John McCallum

A year after passing an ordinance classifying tiny homes on wheels as a permitted housing option in the city, the City Council adopted a resolution at its April 17 meeting setting up a “proportional impact fee reduction program” for those units used as a primary dwelling.

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League of Women Voters to Hold Double Header Candidate Forums

Apr 20, 2026 03:36PM ● By Jessica Smith, League of Women Voters of Yolo County

The League of Women Voters of Yolo County is hosting two candidate forums in preparation for the June 2 California primary election.

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Leaders Convene to Strengthen Gun Violence Prevention Efforts

Apr 07, 2026 09:54AM ● By Yolo County News Release

On April 2, Yolo County Supervisor Lucas Frerichs and Yolo County District Attorney Jeff Reisig convened a gathering of the Yolo Gun Violence Prevention Collaborative (Yolo GVPC) to continue coordinating gun violence prevention efforts throughout Yolo County and the broader region.

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Write-in Candidacy Nomination Period Begins Monday, April 6

Apr 03, 2026 11:43AM ● By Yolo County News Release

For the June 2, Statewide Direct Primary Election, all write-in candidates for county, state and federal offices must submit a statement of write-in candidacy and nomination papers (if applicable).

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Yolo County Responds to Oakdale Fire Civil Grand Jury Report

Mar 31, 2026 10:48AM ● By Yolo County News Release

The Yolo County Superior Court has released the Civil Grand Jury report regarding the July 1, 2025, Oakdale Fire incident.

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Esparto Fireworks Explosion

Mar 31, 2026 10:41AM ● By Yolo County Civil Grand Jury News Release

Grand Jury says officials knew, none acted

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Aguiar-Curry Unveils True Cost of Child Care Act to Improve Affordability and Accountability

Mar 31, 2026 10:37AM ● By Assemblymember Cecilia Aguiar-Curry News Release

Supporters say AB 1981 will help families, providers, and the economy by ensuring fair childcare reimbursement rates

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California Farm Bureau Celebrates Passage of Farm, Food, and National Security Act of 2026

Mar 17, 2026 11:12AM ● By California Farm Bureau News Release

California Farm Bureau President Shannon Douglass commented today on the House Agriculture Committee’s bipartisan passage of H.R. 7567, the Farm, Food, and National Security Act of 2026.

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Indivisible Yolo Endorses Eric Jones

Mar 17, 2026 10:52AM ● By Eric Jones for Congress News Release

Democratic congressional candidate Eric Jones announced the endorsement of Indivisible Yolo, a Democratic grassroots organization known for its advocacy on protecting democracy, activating citizens to participate in government and holding elected officials accountable.

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Yolo County Marks Milestone in Eliminating Unlawful Restrictive Covenants

Mar 17, 2026 10:46AM ● By Yolo County Clerk-Recorder’s Office News Release

Yolo County has continued to set the standard for addressing historical inequities in property records.

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Salinas Seeks Reelection for County Clerk/Recorder/Assessor

Mar 17, 2026 10:37AM ● By Salinas 4 Yolo News Release

Yolo County Clerk/Recorder/Assessor Jesse Salinas announced that he will seek re-election, citing a record of strengthening public trust, expanding civic engagement and improving access to essential county services.

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Federal Block Grant Funding for Homeless Motels Proposed

Mar 10, 2026 10:18AM ● By John McCallum

efurbishing city-owned emergency homeless transition facilities and updating the Citizen Participation Plan were a couple proposals City Council reviewed at its March 4 meeting as part of updating the city’s Community Development Block Grant five-year Consolidated Plan.

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Aguiar-Curry Unveils COMPETE Act to Update California Antitrust Laws

Feb 23, 2026 05:01PM ● By Assembly Majority Leader Cecilia Aguiar-Curry News Release

Supporters say clearer laws will strengthen competition, affordability and economic growth

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Council Approves Bryte Park

Feb 23, 2026 04:44PM ● By John McCallum

Project contracts focused on West Sacramento’s drinking water supply and a major city park were the two largest among seven Consent Agenda items unanimously passed by the City Council at its Feb. 18 meeting.

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Yolo County Opens Candidate Nomination Period for June 2026 Primary

Feb 16, 2026 03:50PM ● By Yolo County News Release

The Yolo County Elections Office announced the candidate nomination filing period for the June 2, 2026, Statewide Direct Primary Election has opened as of Feb. 9.

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Learn about the Criminal Justice System at the Yolo County District Attorney’s Citizens Academy

Feb 16, 2026 03:46PM ● By Yolo County District Attorney News Release

Applications Now Being Accepted

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