Section: Local Stories
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Reforming City Hall: New mayor kick-starts ethics revamp, but watchdog group says it needs sharper teeth
Eye on Sacramento threatens to put competing reforms on ballot if local politicians don’t concede to stiffer protections.
This article was published on 02.23.17
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Jay’s way: Sacramento school board president sees drama ahead with Trump administration, looming deficit
Jay Hansen says his district, fellow board members ‘haven’t even had the conversation’ about bleak district finances.
This article was published on 02.23.17
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Priced out: Rent control becomes focus of Sacramento town hall on housing
Popular rent stabilization initiatives in Richmond and Mountain View face legal challenge, force other jurisdictions to consider idea.
This article was published on 02.23.17
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Dirty drinking: Water systems in Davis and Woodland out of compliance with safety standards, state agency says
Nearly 9 percent of California’s public water systems violate state and federal drinking water standards.
This article was published on 02.23.17
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Sanctuary in Sacramento? President Trump’s deportation agenda pits local politicians against their sheriff
Surge in immigration detentions at Elk Grove jail coincided with raids, Yuba County flooding.
This article was published on 02.23.17
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As Oroville spillway ruptures, Sacramento County officials plan ahead for bipolar weather patterns
Climate action plan predicts extreme, shorter storms and longer dry spells.
This article was published on 02.16.17
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Vandals in the night: Spike in Sacramento-area hate incidents coincides with Trump travel ban
Incidents targeting Muslims ignite both grief and resolve in surrounding communities.
This article was published on 02.16.17
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Guilt by appropriation: Asset forfeiture law may restrict Sacramento police’s ability to seize and spend
Interim police chief seeking permission to pay $417,000 for helicopter.
This article was published on 02.16.17
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Paper guns, real politics: Second Amendment advocates march on the Capitol to support Trump and oppose new state laws
Demonstrators target expanded background checks, assault weapon definition.
This article was published on 02.16.17
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Need housing? Enter purgatory
Sacramento’s coordinated entry system is a good idea poorly executed.
This article was published on 02.16.17
February 23, 2017
SN&R Vol 28 Issue 46
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SN&R Vol 28 Issue 45