Oakland revives free bulky-item events after $14M cleanup spending
Oakland’s free Bulky Block Parties returned after a Grand Jury report criticized illegal-dumping services and cited $14 million in fiscal 2024-25 cleanup spending.
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Riverside Arts Groups Face July 27 Deadline for City Operating Grants
Riverside nonprofit arts and cultural groups have until 4 p.m. July 27 to apply for city operating support in a new two-year grant program.
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California sues Turlock over delayed housing plan before August hearings
A state lawsuit puts Turlock’s overdue Housing Element and unfinished rezoning under court scrutiny as the city prepares for August public hearings.
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Irvine Remodel Spending Put at $12M to More Than $15M
Voice of OC reports Irvine remodeling-related spending of $12 million to more than $15 million, while the council weighs options for an independent review.
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Fair Oaks reviews Sacramento County housing and infill zoning proposal
Sacramento County is reviewing draft housing and infill zoning changes after a non-voting Fair Oaks CPAC workshop. Key hearings are expected this fall.
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Sacramento City Unified advances proposed $95 parcel tax
Sacramento City Unified advanced a proposed $95 parcel tax as county officials began reviewing district payments amid a projected cash shortfall.
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New Stanislaus courthouse court operations delayed to winter 2026-27
Modesto CA – Construction on the new Stanislaus courthouse is expected to finish in fall 2026, but court operations are not expected to begin until winter 2026-27.
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Little Fire near Pleasanton fully contained after Livermore-area response
The 1,007-acre Little Fire near Pleasanton was fully contained July 25 after evacuations displaced about 6,098 residents and mobilized Livermore-Pleasanton crews.
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Anaheim, CA Weather Snapshot – July 26, 2026
11:12 PM · Sunday, July 26, 2026 · Anaheim, CA
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Fontana Sewer Fee Proposal Still Lacks Posted Final Action
Fontana CA – A proposed sewer collection-rate schedule remains unconfirmed in city records, with final council action and billing effects still not posted.
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Ladera Ranch-Area Gas and Diesel Prices Rise; Diesel Nears $7
Orange County regular gas averaged $5.634 and diesel $6.953 on July 26, with both prices higher than yesterday, last week and last month.
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DOJ: Samuel Davis Sentenced to 10 Years After Turning Off Body-Worn Camera
July 23, 2026: DOJ says Samuel Davis, 28, turned off a body-worn camera before assaulting a handcuffed man in 2023, leading to a 10-year sentence.
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Anaheim, CA Weather Snapshot – July 25, 2026
11:57 PM · Saturday, July 25, 2026 · Anaheim, CA
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Moreno Valley Fourth of July Parade & FunFest: Street closures 6 a.m.–noon
Moreno Valley road-closure list for the Saturday, July 4 Parade & FunFest runs 6 a.m.–noon—here are streets to avoid for quicker commuting.
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San Diego’s SB 79 transit-housing rules: where the state’s upzoning law applies (and how the city is phasing it in)
SB 79 starts July 1, 2026, but San Diego’s upzoning is phased: about 24% of eligible areas take effect immediately. Here’s how to check yours.
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Turlock-area fuel watch: Modesto metro gas $5.43, diesel $6.67 (AAA July 24)
Turlock-area fuel watch: AAA’s Modesto metro average shows regular at $5.43 and diesel at $6.67 as of July 24—here’s what changed since yesterday.
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Vallecito burn permits suspended: CAL FIRE “Burning Suspended” explained
Vallecito-area residents: CAL FIRE lists Calaveras County as “Burning Suspended” (June 15, 2026, 8 a.m.)—so no residential outdoor burning.
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Anaheim, CA Weather Snapshot – July 24, 2026
11:37 PM · Friday, July 24, 2026 · Anaheim, CA: 74°F · Feels like 75°F · Humidity 74% · Wind 6 mph
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Modesto Superfund cleanup: $2M DTSC settlement to reimburse state costs
Modesto CA – DTSC says a July 7 consent decree makes a $2 million settlement court-approved to reimburse state Superfund cleanup costs tied to Halford’s Cleaners.
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Fontana Water: Advice Letter 632 effective July 20—what may change on bills
Fontana CA – SGV Water’s Advice Letter 632 takes effect July 20, 2026 for the Fontana Water Company division, with CPUC bill-impact examples for July 2026.
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FAA warns thunderstorms could slow flights today—how U.S. travelers can check official airport status (July 23, 2026)
United States Severe Weather and Travel Disruptions – FAA’s July 23 report flags Atlanta, Charlotte, south Florida and Denver. Learn what to check before you go.
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Weekend commute warning for Sherman Oaks drivers: Southbound I-405 lane reductions run July 24–27
Sherman Oaks CA – Caltrans’ extended weekend work will cut southbound I-405 to two lanes through the U.S. 101 connectors July 24–27 and close key ramps.