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Assemblyman Patterson's Legislation Prohibiting Governor and State Officials From Using NDAs Signed into Law

Aug 28, 2026 01:42PM ● By Assemblyman Joe Patterson News Release

Assemblyman Joe Patterson, R-Rocklin, announced today that AB 1652 has been signed into law, strengthening transparency and accountability in California state government by prohibiting the Governor and top state officials from using non-disclosure agreements (NDAs) to conceal discussions related to legislation and regulations.

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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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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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Amendments to the Placer County Charter Approved to Go Before Voters

Jul 14, 2026 04:31PM ● By Placer County News Release

If approved by voters, the charter amendments will take effect in accordance with state law.

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Placer County Elections Office Announces June 2, 2026 Statewide Direct Primary Election Results Final and Certified

Jul 01, 2026 09:07AM ● By Placer County News Release

The Placer County Elections Office has announced that the canvass and certification of the June 2, 2026 Statewide Direct Primary Election has been completed and that results are now considered official.

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Placer County Elections Office Announces Release Schedule for June 2, 2026 Statewide Direct Primary Election Results

Jun 03, 2026 11:28AM ● By Placer County News Release

Following the closing of the polls on June 2, the Placer County Elections Office has released initial results of the June 2, 2026 Statewide Direct Primary Election on its website.

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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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Board of Supervisors Approves $1.5 Million for Asphalt Paving and Patching Throughout the County

May 20, 2026 10:09AM ● By Placer County News Release

The Placer County Board of Supervisors approved May 19 contracts totaling up to $1.5 million for asphalt paving and patching services to support road, parking lot and facility maintenance projects across Placer County through June 2027.

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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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Placer County Probation Peace Officers Association Endorses Dave Bass for Superior Court Judge

May 06, 2026 09:18AM ● By Dave Bass for Superior Court Judge News Release

Deputy District Attorney Dave Bass, candidate for Placer County Superior Court Judge, recently announced that he has received the endorsement of the Placer County Probation Peace Officers Association.

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Every Placer County Judge Endorses Incumbent Judge Leon Dixson for Superior Court

Apr 24, 2026 02:42PM ● By Judge Leon Dixson News Release

Unanimous Support Reflects Commitment to Fairness, Neutrality, Public Safety, and the Rule of Law

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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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Placer County Court Clerks, Reporters and Employees Endorse Judicial Challenger Dave Bass Against Appointed Incumbent Leon Dixson

Apr 07, 2026 04:11PM ● By Dave Bass for Superior Court Judge News Release

In a shocking development, the United Public Employees (UPE), representing Placer County’s Court Clerks, Reporters and Employees, have taken the unprecedented step of endorsing a judicial candidate challenging a sitting judge.

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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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Dom Belza Earns Endorsement from the California Republican Assembly

Mar 11, 2026 10:37AM ● By Belza for Assembly News Release

Dom Belza, candidate for State Assembly, today announced the endorsement of the California Republican Assembly (CRA) and he previously announced the endorsement of the Placer County Republican Assembly in his campaign to represent the 3rd District in the State Assembly.

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Placer County Deputy Sheriffs and Police Associations Unite Behind Dave Bass for Superior Court Judge

Mar 10, 2026 12:53PM ● By Dave Bass for Superior Court Judge News Release

The Placer County Deputy Sheriffs Association, Roseville Police Officers Association and Rocklin Police Officers Association have endorsed Dave Bass for Superior Court Judge.

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Candidate Filing Period Extended for Several California State Offices on June 2, 2026 Statewide Direct Primary Election Ballot

Mar 09, 2026 05:12PM ● By Placer County News Release

In accordance with California Elections Code section 10516, the California Secretary of State's Office announced that the nomination period for several state offices has been extended because the incumbent failed to file candidate filing paperwork by the March 6 deadline.

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Hadwick Urges Immediate Parole Reform Following Second Convicted Serial Child Predator Release in Three Months

Mar 04, 2026 02:44PM ● By Assemblywoman Heather Hadwick News Release

Assemblywoman Heather Hadwick joined colleagues in sending a letter to Governor Gavin Newsom expressing profound outrage over the California Board of Parole Hearings’ decision to reaffirm parole suitability for David Allen Funston.

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Assembly Democrats Refuse to Stop a Double Tax on Drivers

Feb 09, 2026 04:07PM ● By Assembly Republican Caucus News Release

Lawmakers vote against stopping a per-mile driving tax from being added on top of the gas tax

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Placer County Board Chair Appointed to Rural Advancement Institute Board

Jan 23, 2026 02:54PM ● By Placer County News Release

Placer County Board of Supervisors Chair and District 2 Supervisor Shanti Landon has been appointed to the Board of Directors of the Rural Advancement Institute

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Late December Storms Deliver Much-Needed Water Supply

Jan 05, 2026 05:44PM ● By California Department of Water Resources News Release

The Department of Water Resources (DWR) recently conducted the first snow survey of the season at Phillips Station.

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Tahoe City Downtown Association Welcomes Newly Elected Board Members

Dec 17, 2025 10:30AM ● By Tahoe City Downtown Association News Release

The Tahoe City Downtown Association (TCDA) welcomes newly elected members to its Board of Directors, with terms beginning in January 2026.

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Candidate Filing Period to Open for June 2, 2026 Statewide Direct Primary Election

Dec 17, 2025 08:52AM ● By Placer County Elections Office News Release

Signatures in Lieu of Filing Fee Petitions, Declarations of Intention, Candidate Filing and Candidate Workshop Information

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Placer County Elections Office Certifies November 4, 2025 Statewide Special Election Results

Dec 03, 2025 11:50AM ● By Placer County News Release

The Placer County Elections Office has announced that the canvass and certification of the November 4, 2025 Statewide Special Election is complete and results are now considered official.

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Parole Hearing Scheduled for Justine Vanderschoot’s Killer, Three Years Early from 2028 Denial

Dec 02, 2025 02:51PM ● By Placer County District Attorney's Office News Release

The Placer County District Attorney’s Office announced that the California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation (CDCR) has scheduled another parole hearing for Justine Vanderschoot’s murderer, Daniel Bezemer, on Dec. 18, 2025.

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Open Position on the Tahoe Basin Design Review Committee

Nov 21, 2025 03:20PM ● By Placer County News Release

Placer’s design review committee for the Lake Tahoe Basin is seeking applicants for an open at-large position on the seven-member panel.

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Board Approves Amendments to Encourage More Workforce Housing in Tahoe

Nov 20, 2025 12:01PM ● By Placer County News Release

The Placer County Board of Supervisors this week unanimously approved the Tahoe Basin Area Plan Phase 2 Housing Amendments to support the development of new achievable housing in the Lake Tahoe Basin.

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Implementation of 2025 California Building Standards Code Begins Jan. 1

Nov 05, 2025 04:01PM ● By Placer County News Release

Placer County’s Building Services Division is informing residents, contractors, developers, designers and business owners that the 2025 California Building Standards Code will take effect Jan. 1 as mandated by the California Building Standards Commission.

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California Secretary of State Shirley N. Weber, Ph.D., Announces More Than 5.4 Million California Voters Signed Up to Track Their Ballots

Oct 30, 2025 09:53AM ● By Shirley N. Weber, Ph.D., California Secretary of State News Release

California Secretary of State Shirley N. Weber, Ph.D., announced today that more than 5.4 million California voters have signed up to track their ballots.

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Placer County Elections Office to Perform Manual Tally of Statewide Special Election Results

Oct 30, 2025 09:44AM ● By Placer County Elections Office News Release

In accordance with provisions of the election laws of the State of California, the Placer County Elections Office gives notice that, on Nov. 5 at 10 a.m., the office will randomly select vote centers and precincts for a manual tally of no less than one percent of the precincts casting ballots at the November 4, 2025 Statewide Special Election.

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Voting in California’s 2025 Special Election

Oct 23, 2025 12:15PM ● By Shirley N. Weber, Ph.D. California Secretary of State

How to Make Sure Your Ballot is Secure and Counted

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Hundreds of City Workers, Union Members, Cardroom Employees Protest Attorney General Bonta

Oct 22, 2025 02:41PM ● By California Gaming Association News Release

The proposed regulations are unnecessary and punitive, as the games are lawful under California law and have been operating for decades.

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Placer County Elections Office Reminds Voters of Voting Options and Important Deadlines

Oct 22, 2025 09:37AM ● By Placer County News Release

The Placer County Elections Office is sharing a few important details to ensure eligible voters can confidently and successfully cast their ballots in the November 4, 2025 Statewide Special Election.

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Forest to Faucets: Legislative Members Embark on Forest-Health Tour in American River Watershed

Oct 21, 2025 01:34PM ● By Sierra Nevada Conservancy News Release

On Monday, Oct. 13, the Sierra Nevada Conservancy (SNC), Placer County Water Agency (PCWA), The Nature Conservancy (TNC) and Mountain Counties Water Resources Association (MCWRA) co-sponsored the Forests to Faucets Field Tour for state policymakers, staff and government officials to experience the inextricable connection between forest health and the state’s water supply along the Middle Fork American River watershed in Placer County.

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