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Gay Bar Data Harvesting Cameras Mark Turning Sentiment

Aug 17, 2026 06:17PM ● By Josh Cook

The last few weeks have seen some amazing instances of a growing policy problem that you face, whether you want to face it or not, just because you have a face.

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You'll Keep Paying for Wildfires on Your Electric Bill Until California Fixes Its Forests

Aug 11, 2026 10:12AM ● By Josh Cook

If you live in California, you've probably seen the ads: "Home insurance rates skyrocket." "The FAIR Plan is broken." They urge you to call your legislator and demand a fix. What they don't mention is who paid for them.

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Thompson Applauds Landmark Housing Bill Becoming Law

Aug 04, 2026 03:34PM ● By California State Senate News Release

Thompson Voted ‘Yes’ on the Historic, Bipartisan Bill to Expand Housing Across the US

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The Ukraine Effect: Cheap High-Tech Weapons and California

Jul 31, 2026 08:12AM ● By Josh Cook

The California congressional delegation should treat advances in high-tech warfare as both economic development and a national security opportunity.

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County Assessment Roll Increases for Fifteenth Year in a Row

Jul 14, 2026 03:31PM ● By Solano County News Release

The assessed value of taxable property in Solano County has surpassed $80.5 billion, increasing by 3.38% for fiscal year 2026-27 and marking the fifteenth consecutive year of growth, Assessor-Recorder Glenn Zook announced July 8.

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Solano County Appoints Alexander Tengolics as Assistant County Administrator

Jun 23, 2026 03:36PM ● By Solano County News Release

Solano County Administrator Ian M. Goldberg recently announced the appointment of Alexander (Alex) Tengolics as the county’s new Assistant County Administrator.

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Council Won’t Support SB 1087

Jun 23, 2026 11:23AM ● By Shaunna Boyd

At the June 16 meeting of the Dixon City Council, Councilmember Don Hendershot asked for discussion on a consent calendar item, a potential Letter of Support for Senate Bill 1087, the Sustainable Communities Strategy Modernization Act.

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Assemblywoman Wilson’s Statement on Fatal Fairfield Shooting

Jun 16, 2026 11:43AM ● By Office of Lori Wilson News Release

Regarding the fatal shooting Wednesday, June 3 in Fairfield that followed a high school graduation ceremony.

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Joint County Family Responds to Assembly Budget Proposal

Jun 09, 2026 03:19PM ● By California State Association of Counties News Release

The following statement in response to the Assembly’s budget proposal released June 1 can be attributed to the California State Association of Counties (CSAC), Rural County Representatives of California (RCRC), Urban Counties of California (UCC), County Health Executives Association of California (CHEAC), County Medical Services Program (CMSP), California Association of Public Hospitals and Health Systems (CAPH), County Welfare Directors Association (CWDA) and County Behavioral Health Directors Association of California (CBHDA).

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Lawmakers Urge Quebec to Lift Ban on U.S. Wine Imports

Jun 09, 2026 02:27PM ● By Office of Mike Thompson News Release

June 5, Representatives Mike Thompson (CA-04), Jimmy Panetta (CA-19) and David Valadao (CA-22) led a bipartisan coalition of 14 California lawmakers in requesting that Québec Premiere Christine Fréchette remove the current restrictions barring the importation and sale of American wine in Québec.

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Thompson and Democratic Caucus Chair Aguilar Host Student Town Hall

Jun 02, 2026 11:47AM ● By Office of Mike Thompson News Release

On May 27, Rep. Mike Thompson (CA-04) and Democratic Caucus Chair Pete Aguilar (CA-33) hosted a town hall for students on campus at UC Davis.

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What’s Wrong with the Legislature Can be Explained in these Two Bills

Jun 02, 2026 10:25AM ● By National Federation of Independent Business News Release

How Can Measures Passing 78-0, 34-2 in One House Never Get a Hearing in the Other Chamber?

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Thompson Announces Winner, Finalists for Fourth District Congressional Art Competition

May 19, 2026 02:18PM ● By Office of Mike Thompson News Release

Rep. Mike Thompson (CA-04) announced that Victoria Wang from Sonoma County was chosen as the overall winner for California’s Fourth District 2026 Congressional Art Competition.

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Local Taxpayer Protection Act Eligible for November 2026 Ballot

May 12, 2026 09:31AM ● By California Business Roundtable News Release

Voters to Decide on Critical Measure to Restore Their Rights on Taxes

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Assembly Republicans Demand Special Session to Combat California’s $180 Billion Fraud Epidemic

Apr 21, 2026 10:14AM ● By Megan Barth, California Globe

Are California Democrats ‘Complicit or Complacent?’

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Council Approves New Service Pistols for Police Department

Apr 15, 2026 09:35AM ● By Shaunna Boyd

At the April 7 meeting, the Dixon City Council recognized Police Lieutenant Jenna Cameron for her years of dedicated service on the occasion of her retirement.

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$37 Million to Expand Behavioral Health Crisis and Recovery Services

Mar 17, 2026 01:04PM ● By Solano County News Release

The Governor’s Office announced March 13 that Solano County has been awarded $37,004,579 through Round 2 of the Behavioral Health Continuum Infrastructure Program (BHCIP), a statewide initiative funded by California’s Proposition 1 behavioral health bond.

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Garamendi, Reed, Larson Push for Increased Service Opportunities

Mar 17, 2026 01:01PM ● By Office of John Garamendi News Release

During AmeriCorps week, Congressman John Garamendi (CA-08), U.S. Senator Jack Reed (D-RI) and Congressman John B. Larson (CT-01) reintroduced the America’s Call to Improve Opportunities Now (ACTION) for National Service Act.

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California Farm Bureau Celebrates Passage of Farm, Food, and National Security Act of 2026

Mar 17, 2026 11:12AM ● By California Farm Bureau News Release

California Farm Bureau President Shannon Douglass commented today on the House Agriculture Committee’s bipartisan passage of H.R. 7567, the Farm, Food, and National Security Act of 2026.

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Treasurer-Tax Collector-County Clerk to Retire After 33 Years

Mar 04, 2026 08:26AM ● By Solano County News Release

Chuck Lomeli announced Feb. 27 that he will retire Dec. 28, after 33 years in public service, including 28 years as Solano County’s elected Treasurer-Tax Collector-County Clerk.

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Wilson Introduces Bill to Modernize E-Bike Safety Laws

Feb 25, 2026 09:04AM ● By Office of Lori D. Wilson News Release

The California Medical Association (CMA) and Assemblymember Lori Wilson today announced the introduction of Assembly Bill 2346 to modernize California’s electric bicycle (e-bike) safety standards in response to a sharp rise in serious injuries among children and teenagers.

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Vasquez Withdraws From 2026 Re-Election Race

Feb 17, 2026 03:38PM ● By Supervisor John M. Vasquez News Release

Solano County Fourth District Supervisor John M. Vasquez announced Feb. 13 that he has made the difficult decision to withdraw from the 2026 re-election campaign in order to focus on his health while continuing to fulfill the remainder of his current term in office.

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Council Approves Co-sponsorships for Community Events

Feb 12, 2026 08:38AM ● By Shaunna Boyd

At the Feb. 3 meeting of the Dixon City Council, they considered amendments to housing-related provisions in Dixon’s Zoning Ordinance to align with updated California state law.

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Assembly Democrats Refuse to Stop a Double Tax on Drivers

Feb 09, 2026 04:07PM ● By Assembly Republican Caucus News Release

Lawmakers vote against stopping a per-mile driving tax from being added on top of the gas tax

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Rep. Garamendi Secures Total $13 Million for Community Project Funding

Feb 04, 2026 09:38AM ● By Congressman John Garamendi News Release

Jan. 22 Congressman John Garamendi (D-CA-08), a senior member of the House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee, announced the inclusion of more than $6.5 million in new investments he secured for California’s Eighth Congressional District in the House Fiscal Year 2026 Transportation, Housing and Urban Development and Related Agencies Act (H.R. 4552).

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Council Approves Evidence Lockers

Jan 27, 2026 02:09PM ● By Shaunna Boyd

Dixon Chief of Police Robert Thompson introduced a request for authorization to purchase and install new evidence pass-through lockers and an evidence preparation area for the Dixon Police Department Evidence Control Room.

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California's Budget Underscores Agriculture's Role

Jan 20, 2026 12:30PM ● By California Farm Bureau News Release

Gov. Gavin Newsom’s proposed budget highlights California’s continued focus on wildfire response, climate resilience and water infrastructure but leaves gaps in direct support and regulatory alignment for agriculture and rural communities, according to California Farm Bureau President Shannon Douglass.

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Garamendi Secures Over $6.5 Million in Community Project Funding

Jan 13, 2026 04:38PM ● By Congressman John Garamendi News Release

On Jan. 13, Congressman John Garamendi (D-CA-08), a senior member of the House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee, announced the inclusion of $6,596,000 in new investments that he secured for California's Eighth Congressional District

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The Making of a Lawyer

Dec 30, 2025 04:05PM ● By Kay Beasley

The name of a long-time Dixon lawyer slipped right off the tongue of former Dixon City Councilman Devon Nishimura when asked about who he attributed the launch of his legal career

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New Year, New Laws

Dec 29, 2025 04:26PM ● By California Highway Patrol News Release

The California Highway Patrol (CHP) is committed to keeping the public informed so they can make the safest choices for themselves and their families.

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Council Rejects Residential Parking Zone Ordinance

Dec 23, 2025 03:37PM ● By Shaunna Boyd

At the Dec. 16 meeting of the Dixon City Council, the approval of eight additional License Plate Recognition (LPR) cameras was considered, at a total year-one cost of $29,200.

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Hoover Named Legislator of the Year by California Distillers Association

Dec 23, 2025 12:25PM ● By Assemblyman Josh Hoover News Release

Recently, Assemblyman Josh Hoover (R-Folsom) announced that The California Distillers Association named him as its 2025 Legislator of the Year.

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City Council Extends Parkway Project Contract

Dec 09, 2025 01:30PM ● By Kendall Brown

Dixon City Council met at 7 p.m. Dec. 2 for its regular meeting, moving through a full agenda that included adoption of several resolutions, contract approvals and a public hearing on updates to local building standards.

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Council Approves Fire Station Redesign Contract

Nov 25, 2025 09:29AM ● By Shaunna Boyd

During the Nov. 18 meeting, the Dixon City Council considered a contract extension with the consultant firm Lionakis for additional design work and construction documents for the Fire Station 82 Project.

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Council Approves Updates for Cannabis Businesses

Nov 12, 2025 03:16PM ● By Shaunna Boyd

At the Nov. 4 meeting of the Dixon City Council, official changes to the city’s Cannabis Business Pilot Program were considered.

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