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Brians Way Traffic Slowing Soon

Aug 29, 2024 03:53PM ● By Angela Underwood

The third time was almost a charm for Chief Engineer Christopher Fong when presenting three suggestions on Brian Way traffic calming.

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New Report Estimates Potential Water Losses

Aug 21, 2024 04:59PM ● By California Department of Water Resources News Release

On July 31, the Department of Water Resources (DWR) released its final 2023 State Water Project (SWP) Delivery Capability Report

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Teachers Enjoy Outdoor Professional Development at the Annual Solano Water Institute

Aug 06, 2024 01:23PM ● By Solano Resource Conservation District News Release

From a hike around the Suisun Marsh to a boat ride on Lake Berryessa, twenty-seven teachers fit in one more summer adventure before the school year starts as part of the annual Solano Water Institute

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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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Caltrans Awards $51.4 Million for Sustainable Transportation Projects

Jul 31, 2024 02:13PM ● By Caltrans News Release

On July 9, Caltrans awarded $51.4 million in planning grants for 89 sustainable, climate-resilient transportation projects throughout California

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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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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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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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Officials Address Brians Way Speeding

Jun 24, 2024 05:03PM ● By Angela Underwood

More Than 40 pages of Documented Speeds on Brians Way Show Miles Per Hour Faster Than City Officials Prefer

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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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Curiosities of the Russian River

Jun 13, 2024 10:35AM ● By Dannah Nielsen, MPG Travel Correspondent, photos by Dannah Nielsen

The Russian River Stretches Over 115 Miles

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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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Readi-Ride Rates High Among Residents

Apr 26, 2024 10:08AM ● By Angela Underwood

Public Works Director Louren Kotow Said Dixon Residents 'Love' Readi-Ride Bus Transit Service

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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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Two-Decade Long Project Nears Completion

Mar 13, 2024 10:04AM ● By Angela Underwood

Dixon's Parkway Boulevard Rail Safety Overcrossing Project Projected to be Completed in 2025

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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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Jim and Joyce Conley's 75th Wedding Anniversary

Feb 07, 2024 12:00PM ● By Patricia Conley

Jim Conley Gets Look at Future Wife in 1948 in Woodland

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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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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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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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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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Railroad Resort Worth the Drive

Jan 27, 2023 12:00AM ● By By Debra Dingman

Dunsmuir is loaded with wonderful sites and restaurants and only a 3-hour drive

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All Aboard: Caltrans Has New Passenger Trains

Oct 26, 2022 12:00AM ● By Caltrans News Release

First of seven Siemens Mobility single-level intercity trainsets added to fleet

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Congressmen LaMalfa and Pappas Legislate on Travel Reimbursement for Veterans

Sep 22, 2022 12:00AM ● By Office of Congressman LaMalfa

struggle to access care because of the distance they must travel for an appointment

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Stake Your Claim at the Samoyed Nationals

Sep 22, 2022 12:00AM ● By By Mary Jane Popp

Arctic breed that originated in Siberia

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Parkway Overcrossing Moves to Next Level

Aug 04, 2022 12:00AM ● By By Debra Dingman

 

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CHP to Deploy a Motorcycle Safety Enforcement Operation in Solano area

May 20, 2022 12:00AM ● By CHP News Release

 

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