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Free Fishing Day: Get Hooked on New Adventure

Jul 24, 2024 01:10PM ● By California Department of Fish and Wildlife News Release

During the second of California’s two free fishing days in 2024, which will be on Aug. 31, the public can fish throughout the Golden State without a fishing license.

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Capital SouthEast Connector Project’s $25-Million Funding Celebrated

Jul 17, 2024 01:17PM ● By Capital SouthEast Connector News Release

Many of the region’s elected officials with leaders in public safety and transportation on July 17 celebrated the United States Department of Transportation’s (DOT) allocation of $25 million to the Capital SouthEast Connector project.

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State Fair Here for 17 Days

Jul 09, 2024 01:30PM ● By Carol Feineman

California State Fair Honors the State's Agricultural Industry, with Much to See and Enjoy

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Rep. Ami Bera Announces $25 Million Transportation Grant for Sacramento County

Jul 03, 2024 12:25PM ● By Office of Rep. Ami Bera News Release

This Funding Will Address Significant Safety Issues Associated with a Roadway Constructed Over 60 Years Ago That Was Not Designed to Handle Current Traffic Conditions

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Legendary Locomotive Makes 19 Whistle Stops

Jun 28, 2024 02:53PM ● By MPG Staff

Big Boy No. 4014 Features Public Display Days in Roseville

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Prepare for Boating Hazards

Jun 14, 2024 11:49AM ● By U.S. National Weather Service News Release

Check Weather Forecast and Make Sure Your Boat has Essential and Required Safety Equipment and Communications Tools

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1 in 6 New Trucks and Buses in California Are Zero-Emission

Jun 11, 2024 02:33PM ● By Office of Governor Newsom News Release

Sales of New Zero-Emission Medium- and Heavy-Duty Trucks in California in 2023 Have Doubled from the Prior Year

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High Number of California Brown Pelicans Show Signs of Sickness

May 16, 2024 10:51AM ● By California Department of Fish and Wildlife News Release

California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW) has Received Increased Reports of California Brown Pelicans, a Fully Protected Species, Stranded Along the Coast from Santa Cruz County South to San Diego County, Since Late April

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California Highway Patrol Swears in 106 New CHP Officers

May 15, 2024 05:01PM ● By California Highway Patrol News Release

Newest Members of California Highway Patrol Sworn in May 10

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Caltrans Awards Historic Contracts, Seeking to Improve Safety

May 15, 2024 11:22AM ● By Caltrans News Release

California Seeks to Harness the Power of Generative Artificial Intelligence (GenAI) to Protect Vulnerable Road Users and Improve Traffic Flows

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California Capital Airshow Presents International Headliner

Apr 23, 2024 05:49PM ● By California Capital Airshow News Release

Sacramento County's Mather Airport Hosts Italian Jet Team, Frecce Tricolori, in Partnership with the City of Rancho Cordova

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The Dangers of Distracted Driving

Apr 16, 2024 01:03PM ● By UC Davis Health News Release

3 Things Parents Can Do

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CDFW Develops 2023 Salmon Disaster Spend Plan

Apr 11, 2024 03:49PM ● By Nor-Cal Guides & Sportsmens Association News Release

Pacific Fishery Management Council Recommends Full Closure of California's 2023 Commercial and Recreational Ocean Salmon Seasons

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US Canoe/Kayak Olympic Team Trials at Lake Natoma

Mar 19, 2024 02:33PM ● By Sacramento State Aquatic Center News Release

Canoes and Kayaks to Race on Lake Natoma on Friday, March 22, and Saturday, March 23

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Sacramento County Appoints Deputy County Executive

Mar 19, 2024 02:07PM ● By Sacramento County News Release

The Sacramento County Board of Supervisors approved Sylvester Fadal’s appointment on Feb. 27

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SACOG Receives $22.5 Million for Green Means Go Program

Mar 19, 2024 11:11AM ● By SACOG News Release

The Sacramento Area Council of Governments Has Received $22.5 million from the U.S. Department of Transportation

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A Delta Day Trip

Mar 13, 2024 11:03AM ● By Dannah Nielsen, travel writer, photos by Dannah Nielsen

Travel Writer Dannah Nielsen Describes the Communities that are Part of the California Delta

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CSD Board Approves New IT Position, Takes in Bridge Update

Mar 06, 2024 10:29AM ● By Gail Bullen, River Valley Times Reporter, photos by Gail Bullen

Feb. 21 Meeting of the Rancho Murieta Community Services District Focuses on Monthly Staff Reports

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Resident Warns of Impending Train Wreck Inside Rancho Murieta

Mar 06, 2024 10:09AM ● By Gail Bullen, River Valley Times Reporter, photos by Gail Bullen

Rancho Murieta Association Board Met on Feb. 20

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California Continues to Expand Hydrogen-Powered Passenger Rail Fleet

Feb 28, 2024 01:25PM ● By  Caltrans News Release

Latest Caltrans Order Pushes Number of Zero-Emission Intercity Trainsets to 10

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Local Girl Scouts Reach Outer Space!

Feb 28, 2024 12:22PM ● By Annie Kerr

Girl Scout Troops Communicate with NASA Astronaut Jasmin Moghbeli

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An Ode to Wally “Crazy Wheels” Baker

Feb 27, 2024 11:25AM ● By Mitch Barber

Pocket Resident Reminisces About His Racecar Driving Days

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Wilton Fire Awarded Grant for ‘Jaws Of Life’

Feb 21, 2024 11:34AM ● By MPG Staff

Wilton Fire Protection District Receives $20,000

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Trailways Forges Strategic Alliance with Greyhound and Flixbus

Feb 06, 2024 04:14PM ● By Trailways News Release

The New Alliance Will Add Hundreds of Greyhound and Flixbus Destinations to Trailways.com, Including Stops in Sacramento

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Organizations Partner to Promote Safe Driving Behaviors

Jan 24, 2024 12:25PM ● By Office of Traffic Safety and Caltrans News Release

Office of Traffic Safety, Caltrans, and the CIF Announce Partnership

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Electronic Logging Device Required for California Drivers of Regulated Commercial Vehicles

Jan 03, 2024 05:40PM ● By CHP News Release

CHP Amends California Code of Regulations

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Here To Help with Your New Year’s Resolutions

Jan 03, 2024 05:10PM ● By Sacramento County News Release

Sacramento County Suggests a Variety of Activities and Commitments

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CHP Highlights New Traffic Safety Laws For 2024

Dec 28, 2023 03:30PM ● By CHP News Release

California Laws Signed by Governor Gavin Newsom from this Year’s Legislative Session

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CHP Urging Motorists to Drive into The New Year Safely

Dec 27, 2023 11:48AM ● By CHP News Release

Maximum Enforcement Period Implemented Starting December 29

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CHP Begins Maximum Enforcement for Holiday Weekend

Dec 21, 2023 11:23AM ● By CHP News Release

Sacramento Region CHP Commissioner Calls for Commitment to Prioritize Safety

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New Low-Floor Light Rail Trains Enter Final Testing Phase

Dec 20, 2023 04:38PM ● By SacRT News Release

SacRT Begins “Burn-in” Testing Phase in Sacramento Region

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Caltrans Releases Draft Project List for Public Comment

Dec 20, 2023 04:17PM ● By Caltrans News Release

Draft 2024 State Highway Operation and Protection Plan Released

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Caltrans Releases First Assessment of State Airspace Lease Properties

Nov 29, 2023 04:58PM ● By Caltrans News Release

Governor Gavin Newsom Requested Caltrans' Review

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SacCounty Regional Parks Launches New Mobile App

Nov 29, 2023 03:06PM ● By Sacramento County News Release

App Helps Visitors Explore and Connect with Our Parks

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Caltrans, OTS Unveil New Student-Named Work Zone Safety Mascot

Feb 09, 2023 12:00AM ● By Caltrans News Release

Mascot Safety Sam will promote statewide traffic safety

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