California's Senate Bill 1414 on Child Sex Trafficking Meets Resistance and Revisions in State Legislature
California's SB 1414, which increases penalties for buying sex from minors, has been amended, removing the felony classification for soliciting 16 and 17-year-olds unless proven they are trafficking victims.
Elk Grove Launches New Fiscal Year with $374 Million Budget, Aiming for Civic Improvements and Financial Stability
Elk Grove adopts a $374 million budget for 2024-25, a 7% increase to fund civic projects, public safety, housing, and infrastructure, including 15 new staff positions and enhanced measures against economic uncertainty.
California to Decide Fate of Prop. 47, Dueling Ballot Measures Seek to Reshape State's Crime Laws
California's November ballot will feature two crime and punishment measures seeking to amend Proposition 47, with one proposing tougher penalties for repeat offenders and fentanyl dealers, and another offering a less stringent alternative.
Yolo County Proposes Library Tax Measure for November Ballot to Enhance Davis and Forthcoming Walnut Park Libraries
Yolo County Board of Supervisors approves placement of a library funding measure on the November election ballot, proposing a tax increase to support library operations and facilities.
Placer County Board Adopts FY 2024-25 Budget with Emphasis on Balanced Growth and Economic Stability
The Placer County Board of Supervisors approved the FY 2024-25 budget, focused on growth and economic stability, including a 10% contingency reserve and $52.2 million for capital projects.












