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Officer Osmar Rodarte Killed During Major Drug Raid

Mar 27, 2025 04:04PM ● By Shamaya Sutton

The Marysville Police Department identified Officer Osmar Rodarte as the officer who was fatally shot the morning of March 26 during a multi-agency drug raid in Olivehurst. The raid was part of a sweeping operation targeting a transnational drug trafficking organization.

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Police to Strictly Enforce E-Bike, Electric Scooter Laws

Mar 26, 2025 08:47AM ● By Dixon Police Department News Release

The Dixon Police Department is escalating enforcement of existing e-bike and electric scooter laws after multiple serious accidents involving juveniles.

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Chris Kerner Awarded Police Officer of the Year

Mar 26, 2025 08:31AM ● By Kendall Brown, photos by Nicolas Brown

On March 8, Officer Chris Kerner of the Dixon Police Department was named the department’s first Police Officer of the Year at the Celebrate Dixon community event.

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Solano County Public Safety Heroes

Feb 26, 2025 03:54PM ● By Congressman Mike Thompson News Release

On Feb. 16, Rep. Mike Thompson (CA-04) announced Officer Mathew Bowen, Emergency Medical Technician Michael “Mike” Robinson and Canine Officer Murph as the 2025 Solano County Public Safety Heroes.

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CHP’s Operation Holiday Watch Successful

Dec 31, 2024 11:17AM ● By California Highway Patrol News Release

In the final shopping days before Christmas, the California Highway Patrol (CHP) conducted a successful enforcement operation targeting organized retail crime, promoting safe shopping experiences for communities throughout California.

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Fire Department Prepares for Firework Lottery

Dec 31, 2024 10:57AM ● By Kendall Brown

As of 2011, the Dixon City Council voted to approve the sale, possession and usage of “safe and sane” fireworks within city limits from noon June 28 to noon July 6.

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Police Department Relaunches Bait Package Program

Dec 18, 2024 10:19AM ● By Dixon Police Department News Release

With the holiday season upon us, the Dixon Police Department has relaunched its highly- effective Bait Package Program.

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Community Celebrates at Tree Lighting

Dec 11, 2024 11:10AM ● By Debra Dingman

The holiday season was celebrated similar to a city-wide Dixon reunion at last week’s annual Christmas Tree Lighting Festival in downtown Dixon, filling nearly two blocks of fun and festivities for residents.

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Dixon City Council Welcomes New Police Officer

Nov 27, 2024 10:37AM ● By Shaunna Boyd

At the Nov. 19 Dixon City Council meeting, Dixon Police Chief Robert Thompson introduced Police Academy graduate Kevin Guaraldi, who swore the oath of office and officially joined the Dixon Police Department.

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Veterans Hall Burglarized

Nov 13, 2024 12:49PM ● By Debra Dingman, photos by Debra Dingman

There was a mean trick played on the Veterans Hall the day before Halloween, costing them hundreds of dollars in damage and about $800 in cash kept in the safe from two fundraising dinners.

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Dixon Does Halloween Safely

Oct 17, 2024 09:12AM ● By Angela Underwood

Police Chief Robert Thompson said talking to children about Halloween safety is crucial because it helps ensure their well-being while they enjoy the festivities.

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Pink is the New Brass

Oct 16, 2024 02:42PM ● By Angela Underwood

Locals can wear a law enforcement badge this month.

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Take Fire Prevention Steps

Oct 09, 2024 11:01AM ● By Angela Underwood

The annual Fire Prevention Week is the longest-running health observance in the U.S., with the Dixon Fire Prevention Week joining in. Mayor Steve Bird officially proclaimed Oct. 6 through Oct. 12 as a week of fire safety with the rest of the nation.

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Cool Patch Honors First Responders

Sep 25, 2024 03:27PM ● By Debra Dingman

Cool Patch Pumpkins is a family owned and operated you-pick pumpkin patch and home to the Guinness Book of World Records for the World's Largest Corn Maze, but this past weekend, a hundred first responders were there to be honored for their work.

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CHP Swears in Largest Class of New Officers in Over Two Years

Sep 18, 2024 12:34PM ● By California Highway Patrol News Release

The Swearing-In Of 119 Officers Marks the Biggest Graduating Class Since the Launch of The June 2022 Recruitment Campaign

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Planning Commission Discusses Security for Business

Sep 18, 2024 12:03PM ● By Angela Underwood

Dixon Wellness Cannabis Collective was up for discussion at the Planning Commission meeting on Sept. 12, with elected officials discussing amending a previously approved conditional-use permit that first required bulletproof glass.

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Dixon Makes Life-Saving Technology Purchase

Sep 18, 2024 11:37AM ● By Angela Underwood

A fire can double in size in 30 to 60 seconds. Dixon Fire Department Battalion Chief Nick Warren said that is one reason public safety technology advances exponentially.

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Calling All Cadets

Aug 21, 2024 03:14PM ● By Angela Underwood

Dixon public information officer Madeline Graf said the Dixon Police Department's Cadet Program is a great volunteer opportunity for young adults looking to kickstart a rewarding career and make a difference in their community

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Engaging Locals in Emergency Response

Aug 21, 2024 02:54PM ● By Debra Dingman, photos by Debra Dingman

This past week, and at the invitation of California Water service Group, about 25 people from Dixon and Travis Air Force Base gathered for Emergency Operations Center training at the Dixon Fire Department

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Governor Newsom Signs Legislative Package

Aug 19, 2024 06:48PM ● By Office of Governor Gavin Newsom News Release

Building on California’s robust laws and strategies to reduce crime and protect communities, Governor Newsom signed landmark legislation to further crack down on property and retail crime on Aug. 16

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Back to School Safety Reminders

Aug 14, 2024 01:10PM ● By City of Dixon News Release

As the new school year begins, the Dixon Police Department would like to remind the community to be vigilant and take extra precautions to ensure the safety of students

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Dixon Hosts July 4 Briefing

Aug 05, 2024 11:30AM ● By Angela Underwood

America's birthday was the subject of a post-operational briefing here.

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Dixon Mourns Officer Bowen

Aug 01, 2024 12:39PM ● By Debra Dingman

When our town learned of a Vacaville Police Officer killed during a routine traffic stop last week who lived in Dixon and who had a young family, even those who did not know him were gravely saddened and support began to pour out for Matthew Bowen.

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CHP Swears In 102 New Officers

Jul 31, 2024 02:35PM ● By California Highway Patrol News Release

On July 12, the California Highway Patrol (CHP) proudly introduced 102 of the state’s newest officers during a swearing-in ceremony at the CHP Academy in West Sacramento

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Police Incentive Program in Effect

Jul 24, 2024 03:18PM ● By Angela Underwood

Dixon Police Chief Robert Thompson approved a Staffing Impacts Incentive Program at the July 16 meeting.

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Vacaville Officer from Dixon Killed

Jul 23, 2024 10:00AM ● By MPG Staff

Vacaville Police Officer, Matthew Bowen, who was a Dixon resident, was killed last week in a tragic accident at Leisure Town Road. He is survived by his wife, two young sons, parents and brother.

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Dixon Police Department Adds to the Force

Jul 11, 2024 02:46PM ● By Angela Underwood, photos by Angela Underwood

Three new members of the Dixon Police Department affirmed an oath and more on July 2, when they officially joined the force after being sworn in

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Californians Affected by Wildfire Smoke Should Take Steps to Protect Their Health

Jul 09, 2024 01:08PM ● By California Department of Public Health News Release

The California Department of Public Health (CDPH) is Urging Californians to Take Steps to Protect Themselves from Air Pollutants

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City Council Discusses Budget Deficit

May 20, 2024 05:59PM ● By Angela Underwood, photos by Angela Underwood

City of Dixon's Proposed Fiscal Year 2024-25 has an Approximately $2-Million Deficit

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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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Court Seeks Applicants for Civil Grand Jury

Apr 26, 2024 09:54AM ● By Superior Court of California/County of Solano News Release

Solano County Superior Court Seeks Volunteer Jurors

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Benicia Contractor Pleads Guilty After Underreporting Nearly $1 Million In Payroll

Apr 17, 2024 04:19PM ● By Solano County District Attorney News Release

Kent Bo Fridolfsson, 67, of Benicia, pled Guilty to six counts of Insurance Fraud and Grand Theft

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A Huge Boost for DPD Expansion

Apr 10, 2024 10:16AM ● By Debra Dingman

Rep. Mike Thompson Presents $500,000 Check to Dixon Police Department

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Dixon Police Department Reports Good News

Mar 27, 2024 10:46AM ● By Angela Underwood, photos by Angela Underwood

Dixon Sees One-Percent Decrease in Overall Crime

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Court Seeks Applicants for Civil Grand Jury

Mar 27, 2024 10:32AM ● By Solano County Superior Court News Release

Solano County Judge Seeks Volunteer Jurors

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