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Sen. Dodd: Controlled Burn Bill Clears Assembly Committee

Jul 02, 2021 12:00AM ● By Ezrah J. Chaaban, Esq., Office of Senator Bill Dodd

The bill is supported by a broad coalition including ranchers, conservationists and tribal governments

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Dan Marshall Announces Candidacy for Solano County Sheriff

Jul 02, 2021 12:00AM ● By Donald Lathbury, The Next Generation

"Lieutenant Dan Marshall has proven himself as an effective and capable leader in the Fairfield Police Department"

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Slow Down for a Safe and Sane Independence Day

Jun 30, 2021 12:00AM ● By California Highway Patrol Press Release

Maximum Enforcement Period (MEP) focused on speed enforcement

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Christina Garcia Chases Crime Data

Jun 23, 2021 12:00AM ● By Debra Dingman

"We have to make smart decisions based on data"

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Chief: Laguna Was Not a Good Fit

Jun 11, 2021 12:00AM ● By Debra Dingman

"I am extremely pleased to announce the return of Chief Thompson"

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Chief Robert Thompson Returns to Dixon

Jun 04, 2021 12:00AM ● By Debra Dingman

"I'm honored to continue to lead the forward-looking evolution of the Dixon Police Department"

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Chief Robert Thompson Returns to Dixon

May 28, 2021 12:00AM ● By By Debra Dingman

City Manager Jim Lindley announced the reinstatement of Robert Thompson

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Fire Safety Council Launches in Vacaville

May 21, 2021 12:00AM ● By Lisa Murray, Ag & Art Film Festival

"It is more important than ever to join together and discuss the benefits of a fire preparedness plan"

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Threats to Code Enforcement Officers Rise as Two Officer Safety Bills Stall in the Senate

May 12, 2021 12:00AM ● By By Will Hixson, California Association of Code Enforcement Officers

Code enforcement officers tasked with violations traditionally addressed by police/sheriff

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Heritage Commons: "I Don't Feel Safe Here Anymore"

May 03, 2021 12:00AM ● By Debra Dingman

This story has more components and will continue in the next edition

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Senator Dodd Praises Early Wildfire Prevention Agreement

Apr 22, 2021 12:00AM ● By By Paul Payne, Office of Senator Bill Dodd

Agreement between Gov. Gavin Newsom and legislators to invest $536 million wildfire season

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Two Arrested on Drug Related Charges during Traffic Stop

Mar 17, 2021 12:00AM ● By Dixon Police Department

Police also seized several firearms charging Sinkas with Felon in Possession of Firearms

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CHP Encourages Safe Celebrations for St. Patrick's Day

Mar 15, 2021 12:00AM ● By California Highway Patrol Press Release

In 2020, 327 fatal alcohol-related crashes occurred on St. Patrick's Day

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Sen. Dodd's Wildfire Safety Bills Approved in Committee

Mar 09, 2021 12:00AM ● By Paul Payne, Office of Senator Bill Dodd

Senate Bill 109 calls for creation of the Office of Wildfire Technology Research and Development

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A Safe Super Bowl Sunday is CHP's Goal

Feb 04, 2021 12:00AM ● By CHP Press Release

CHP officers will be on high alert for impaired drivers this weekend. 

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Dixon News Briefs

Jan 28, 2021 12:00AM ● By MPG Staff

Broken sidewalks are the homeowner's responsibility

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Victims Stand By Sacramento County Sheriffs Deputies, Families In Wake Of Tragic Shootout

Jan 19, 2021 12:00AM ● By Crime Victims United Press Release

""Our hearts go out to the family of the fallen deputy - they now belong to a club that now one ever asks to join"

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California Highway Patrol Goes On Tactical Alert

Jan 15, 2021 12:00AM ● By By Fran Clader, California Highway Patrol

Tactical alert is ahead of the upcoming Presidential Inauguration

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FBI Prepares for Potential Local Violence Related to Washington DC Unrest

Jan 15, 2021 12:00AM ● By By Special Agent Sean Ragan, FBI Sacramento Field Office

The support of the public is essential for us to fulfill our mission of protecting the American people and upholding the U.S. Constitution

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Sen. Dodd Introduces Wildfire Technology R&D Proposal

Jan 13, 2021 12:00AM ● By By Paul Payne, Office of Senator Bill Dodd (D)

Seventeen of the 20 largest wildfires in California history have occurred since 2000

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CHP Announces $27 Million Available to Combat Impaired Driving

Jan 13, 2021 12:00AM ● By By Jaime Coffee, California Highway Patrol

Funding comes from Proposition 64, the Control, Regulate and Tax Adult Use of Marijuana Act

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The CHP is Conducting an Online Start Smart Class

Jan 07, 2021 12:00AM ● By By David Harvey, California Highway Patrol

Start Smart is a program for both teenage drivers and their parents

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The Golden State Killer Wreaked Havoc on Victims, Families and Sacramento Community

Jan 06, 2021 12:00AM ● By By Anne Marie Schubert, Sacramento County District Attorney

Electronic Book Catalogs all the Personal experiences

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Continued Rental Assistance May be Available from FEMA

Dec 29, 2020 12:00AM ● By OES Press Release

Survivors of Major August, September Wildfires Must Demonstrate Ongoing Need

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California Opens New Year with New Traffic Safety Laws

Dec 29, 2020 12:00AM ● By By Jaime Coffee, California Highway Patrol

Californian Motorists Ring in the New Year

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Pink Firetruck

Dec 24, 2020 12:00AM ● By MPG Staff

Police Car Pay Dixon Surprise Visit

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Recognizing the Decades of Service of CSO Cindy Schaaf

Dec 04, 2020 12:00AM ● By Dixon Police Department

CSO Shaaf was awarded a Letter of Commendation for her Leadership and Selflessness

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Community Continues Support, Condolences for Couple Struck Downtown

Nov 24, 2020 12:00AM ● By Debra Dingman

"Our family is beyond grateful for all the prayers and contributions from the community"

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Dixon - Police Officer of the Year

Nov 24, 2020 12:00AM ● By Dixon Police Department

"Officer Carella consistently engaged in proactive policing to protect public safety"

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Unemployment Insurance Fraud Involving Tens of Thousands of Inmates and Hundreds of Millions of Dollars

Nov 24, 2020 12:00AM ● By California District Attorneys Association

District Attorneys and Federal Prosecutors discovered rampant and large­scale pandemic unemployment assistance

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CHP Commissioner's Statement on Limited Stay at Home Order

Nov 19, 2020 12:00AM ● By By Fran Clader, California Highway Patrol

CHP will continue to use their sound professional judgment to conduct enforcement stops

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Police Chief Thompson Leaving; Offers Advice for Next One

Nov 18, 2020 12:00AM ● By Debra Dingman

He offered advice to the incoming Chief--whoever that will be

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Tragedy, Triage and Triumph

Nov 13, 2020 12:00AM ● By Leslie Allen, Putah Creek Council

Post-Fire Resiliency and Recovery in the Putah Creek Watershed

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Dixon Police Seek Information in Fatal Hit and Run

Nov 13, 2020 12:00AM ● By Dixon Police Department

This case is active, and several leads are being followed

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CHP Welcomes New Officers Equipped With Real-Life Experience

Nov 12, 2020 12:00AM ● By By Jaimee Coffee, California Highway Patrol

New officers were sworn in during a socially distanced graduation ceremony

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