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License to Kill

Apr 22, 2025 04:48PM ● By Robert Lewis, CalMatters.org

Ivan Dimov was convicted of reckless driving in 2013, after fleeing police in Washington state while his passenger allegedly dumped heroin out the window.

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Court Expands Hours for Traffic, Small Claims, Landlord/Tenant Cases

Apr 22, 2025 04:14PM ● By Superior Court of California, County of Sacramento News Release

In an effort to better serve the public, the Sacramento Superior Court has extended its hours of operation at the Carol Miller Justice Center, effective since April 7.

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Roseville DMV Office Opening for REAL ID Appointments

Apr 22, 2025 03:28PM ● By California Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) News Release

The California Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) today announced the Roseville office at 7200 Galilee Road will offer appointments on Saturday, May 3, from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m., to accommodate customers who want to get a REAL ID before the May 7 federal enforcement date.

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Pony Express Re-Ride from Sacramento to St. Joseph

Apr 17, 2025 04:58PM ● By National Pony Express Association News Release

Pony Express Re-Ride Sacramento

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SacRT Launches Tap2Ride Contactless Fare Payment Option

Apr 15, 2025 01:13PM ● By Sacramento Regional Transit District News Release

The Sacramento Regional Transit District (SacRT) is introducing a new, easier way for riders to pay their fares. On April 1, SacRT launched Tap2Ride, a contactless fare payment system on all buses and SacRT GO paratransit service vehicles.

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Pedal Your Way Through Rancho Cordova

Apr 08, 2025 04:00PM ● By City of Rancho Cordova News Release

Pedal Your Way Through Rancho Cordova

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California Highway Patrol Urges Drivers to Stay Focused, Stay Alive

Apr 07, 2025 01:48PM ● By California Highway Patrol News Release

April is National Distracted Driving Awareness Month, a nationwide initiative that highlights the dangers of distracted driving and promotes safer driving habits.

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Sacramento County Highlights 2024 Achievements

Apr 01, 2025 01:15PM ● By Sacramento County News Release

Sacramento County released its 2024 Year in Review, showcasing significant achievements and statistics across its more than 35 departments.

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Sacramento Weekly Gas Price Update

Apr 01, 2025 11:17AM ● By GasBuddy News Release

Average gasoline prices in Sacramento have fallen 3.2 cents per gallon in the last week, averaging $4.54per gallon on March 24, according to GasBuddy's survey of 720 stations in Sacramento.

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Sac County Hosts One-Day Passport Fair

Mar 18, 2025 03:16PM ● By Sacramento County News Release

Sacramento County will be hosting a Passport Fair on Saturday, March 22, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., located on the first floor at 700 H Street, Sacramento, CA 95814. The event is specifically designed for individuals looking to submit applications for new passports only.

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SMF Invests $2 Million in Public Art

Mar 18, 2025 10:24AM ● By Sacramento International Airport News Release

Sacramento International Airport (SMF) continues its public art program with a $2-million investment in three permanent art installations as part of its SMForward expansion.

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Restoring California: A Call to Cobb Mountain

Mar 10, 2025 12:13PM ● By Dannah Nielsen, photos by Dannah Nielsen

Visiting tiny towns is a bit of a civic duty that maybe wasn’t written into the curriculum or taught in lesson plans before we exited into the real world.

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California Drivers See a Slight Break at the Pump

Mar 03, 2025 06:16PM ● By AAA Northen California News Release

With winter nearly in the rearview, temperatures warmed up while gas prices cooled down. Last week, gas prices dropped by three cents, bringing the national average to $3.12 per gallon.

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Building a Safer, Stronger Future

Feb 26, 2025 11:20AM ● By Ornella Rossi, photos by Ornella Rossi

Rancho Cordova Public Works Director Albert Stricker gave updates on ongoing projects aimed at improving the community at the Cordova Community Council’s and the Rancho Cordova Area Chamber of Commerce’s monthly luncheon on Feb. 21.

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Semitrucks Carry Young Patient’s Story Across Country

Jan 27, 2025 07:12PM ● By Tricia Tomiyoshi

The story of a 7-year-old boy’s health care journey will take the country by storm this year.

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Morro Bay: The Classic California Experience

Jan 23, 2025 09:16AM ● By Dannah Nielsen, photos by Dannah Nielsen

Some California coastal towns could be studied for their formula of economic and cultural success, and Morro Bay would be among the most influential.

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SacRT Awarded Grant to Fund Construction of New Light Rail Station

Jan 22, 2025 09:53AM ● By Sacramento Regional Transit News Release

The US Department of Transportation (DOT) announced Jan. 10 that Sacramento Regional Transit District (SacRT) has been award $9.5 million from the Rebuilding American Infrastructure with Sustainability and Equity (RAISE) program.

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CHP Highlights New Laws for 2025

Jan 07, 2025 12:45PM ● By California Highway Patrol News Release

As we head into the new year, the California Highway Patrol (CHP) is highlighting the new public safety laws that were passed during this year’s legislative session and signed by Gov. Gavin Newsom. Unless otherwise noted, the laws referenced below took effect on Jan. 1.

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SacRT Launches Shared-Use Mobility Service

Jan 07, 2025 11:37AM ● By Sacramento Regional Transit District News Release

The Sacramento Regional Transit District (SacRT) has launched a shared-use mobility program.

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Drive Into 2025: CHP’s Mission for a Safe New Year

Dec 30, 2024 08:41AM ● By California Highway Patrol News Release

As 2025 approaches, the California Highway Patrol (CHP) is taking action to promote safe travel and prevent tragic crashes on California’s roadways.

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Key New Laws in 2025

Dec 23, 2024 03:51PM ● By Ornella Rossi

Starting Jan. 1, 2025, many significant new laws will go into effect across California, impacting everything in daily life from traffic regulations, employment, housing to healthcare.

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SacRT Awarded Extreme Heat and Community Resilience Grant

Dec 04, 2024 10:08AM ● By Sacramento Regional Transit News Release

The Sacramento Regional Transit District (SacRT) was recently selected as a Round 1 Grantee of the Extreme Heat and Community Resilience Program by the Governor’s Office of Land Use and Climate Innovation (LCI).

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SacRT’s Holiday Bus Returns

Dec 03, 2024 04:32PM ● By Sacramento Regional Transit News Release

The Sacramento Regional Transit District (SacRT) Holiday Bus has returned. The Holiday Bus is a festive tradition offering free rides to passengers while spreading holiday cheer throughout the region.

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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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Grant Enhances Safety and Connectivity

Nov 26, 2024 04:04PM ● By Ornella Rossi

The City of Rancho Cordova has secured a grant to enhance transportation and pedestrian access along Chase Drive with the addition of a multiuse path stretching from Coloma Road to the American River Parkway.

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Bipartisan Effort by California Congress Members Drives Modern Multi-Modal Transportation Project Forward

Nov 14, 2024 11:01AM ● By Derek Minnema

Democratic Representatives Ami Bera and Doris Matsui, along with Republican Kevin Kiley, are collectively pushing for federal funding to support the Capital SouthEast Connector project.

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Prioritizing Safety for Families on Grant Line Road

Nov 14, 2024 10:52AM ● By Derek Minnema, Executive Director Capital Southeast Connector JPA

While improving traffic flow through the Sacramento region has always been the Capital Southeast Connector Expressway’s focus, improving safety throughout the route has been an equal goal.

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Saluting Labor: SouthEast Connector Paves Path to Opportunity

Nov 14, 2024 10:44AM ● By Derek Minnema, Executive Director Capital Southeast Connector JPA

The Sacramento Area Council of Governments (SACOG) has plans for a regional bike and pedestrian trail that links people to parks, schools, business employment centers, retail outlets, and more

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The Capital SouthEast Connector: A Lifeline for Public Safety and Emergency Response

Nov 14, 2024 10:27AM ● By Derek Minnema, Executive Director Capital Southeast Connector JPA

The Capital SouthEast Connector will be a crucial thoroughfare for emergency vehicles reducing response times and ensuring that help arrives as quickly as possible

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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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District Attorney’s Office Awarded Program Grant

Nov 12, 2024 09:59AM ● By Sacramento County District Attorney’s Office News Release

The Sacramento County District Attorney’s Office received a $299,000 grant from the California Office of Traffic Safety (OTS) for the “DUI/DUID Misdemeanor Prosecution, Education and Outreach” program.

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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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Pedaling Into Fun

Oct 16, 2024 11:53AM ● By Ornella Rossi

Rancho Cordova hosted its inaugural Cicladova on Saturday, Oct. 12, transforming Coloma Road from McGregor Drive to Cordova Lane into a car-free zone from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.

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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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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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