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California Dream

Everything You Always Wanted To Know About Young Adult Californians Living At Home. (Yes, Even The Sex Part.)

August 31, 2019

Nearly 40 percent of young adult Californians live with their parents. Here's everything to know about them.

What To Know As California’s Peak Fire Months Loom

August 31, 2019

History shows that September and October, with their hot, fierce winds, are the state’s worst times for fire.

State Government

'Agreement' Reached At California Capitol On Proposal To Cap Rent Hikes

August 30, 2019 | Ben Adler | Chris Nichols

A statement from Gov. Gavin Newsom, Democratic legislative leaders and the bill’s author says they’ve “come to an agreement on a series of amendments” that would “create strong renter protections.”

This Teacher Resigned After Misconduct And Bullying Allegations. Now, He’s Working At A Nearby School.

August 30, 2019 | Bob Moffitt

A former Yuba City High School teacher, accused in 2018 by a half-dozen current and former students of assault or bullying, quit his job after the school board recommended he be fired. He’s back in the classroom just across the county line.

State Government

California Bill Could Allow Rehab Instead Of Jail For Parents Who Commit Certain Crimes

August 30, 2019 | Chris Nichols

Parents selected for rehabilitation would be required to complete programs such as family counseling, substance abuse and mental health treatment, anger management and job training.

Environment

California Issues Toxic Algae Warnings Ahead Of Labor Day

August 30, 2019

The State Water Resources Control Board said some areas of at least 10 lakes and reservoirs have a "danger" level of algal toxin, which can make people sick and kill animals.

Health Care

California’s Programs For Disabled Adults Are Changing. This Sacramento Arts Program Is Laying The Groundwork.

August 30, 2019 | Sammy Caiola

Southside Unlimited, a Sacramento nonprofit serving adults with disabilities, recently opened their art galleries and recording studios to the public. It’s part of an effort to promote interaction between participants and the community.

Watch: Placer County Deputies Rescue Wailing Bear Trapped In Tahoe Dumpster

August 30, 2019

When a late-night trip to a trash container left a wailing bear cub stuck inside near a Lake Tahoe motel, deputies were called upon to help the cub reunite with its family.

Business

Business Journal: Costco Business Center Comes To Country Club, Dimple Folsom's New Future, VSP Acquires Another Company

August 30, 2019 | Steve Milne

It looks like retail giant Costco will be opening a spinoff store in Sacramento geared toward business customers. The Sacramento Business Journal's Sonya Sorich has the details on that story and more business news.

PolitiFact California

Bernie Sanders’ Half True Claim On Number Of People In Jail Who Can’t Afford Bail

August 29, 2019 | Chris Nichols

Democratic presidential candidate and Vermont Sen. Bernie Sanders recently claimed "some 200,000 people are in jail for the crime of being poor and not being able to afford bail."