Ben Cantu spent nearly three decades as a cog in Manteca’s municipal government. As a planner, he often dealt with people who believed government moves too slow even if it has no choice due to regulations and laws that govern how cities operate. Today after two years as Manteca’s mayor Cantu repeatedly has expressed his… Keep Reading
Stanislaus County reported another 13 deaths to the virus Tuesday, raising the total to 699 residents since last April. The county also added 493 positive tests and had a notable increase in the number of hospital patients, the Health Services Agency said. January already has brought 83 deaths, about a third of the way into… Keep Reading
Style fads come and go, but Denair resident Courtney Van Fleet is turning her creativity into profit through one timeless accessory. The 25-year-old entrepreneur and Denair High School graduate first learned to sew in 2017 after her grandmother encouraged her to take a class, she said. Since then, her sewing skills have grown from hand… Keep Reading
Governor Gavin Newsom last week submitted his 2021-22 State Budget proposal to the Legislature – a record $227.2 billion fiscal blueprint that is a staunch reversal from summer fears of a drop in California revenue. The proposal provides funding for immediate COVID-19 response and relief efforts where Californians need it most while making investments for… Keep Reading
January 12, 2021 – SACRAMENTO, Calif. – Director Tanya N. Garfield of the U.S. Small Business Administration’s Disaster Field Operations Center-West on Monday reminded California small nonfarm businesses of the deadline dates to apply for an SBA federal disaster loan for economic injury. These low-interest loans are to offset economic losses because of reduced revenues caused by drought in… Keep Reading
SACRAMENTO (CBS13) – The University of California is planning to return to in-person instruction in fall 2021. A statement Monday from the UC president’s office said that, while COVID vaccines will soon become available to faculty, staff, and students, UC was remaining vigilant in critical prevention efforts. “As the University continues to monitor the evolution… Keep Reading
SACRAMENTO (CBS13) – Coronavirus concerns at Sacramento County jails will lead to more inmates going free, authorities say. The inmates will be released on Monday. One group CBS13 spoke to said it’s nearly impossible to prevent the spread of COVID-19 behind bars. That’s one of the reasons why the Public Defender’s Office along with the… Keep Reading
SACRAMENTO, Calif. — More than 2.5 million people have been infected with coronavirus in California, the latest epicenter of an unceasing pandemic. In Southern California, a person dies of COVID-19 roughly every 8 minutes in Los Angeles County where overrun county hospitals are considering rationing medical care after an after-holiday surge in new cases. John… Keep Reading
SACRAMENTO, Calif. — As California’s vaccine distribution rolls out, firefighters across the state are receiving their first doses of the coronavirus vaccine. Several local fire departments recently began administering their first doses. According to Fire Chief of Sacramento Fire Department Gary Loesch, some in his department started getting their first round of vaccines Thursday morning. “Myself and a couple… Keep Reading
STANISLAUS COUNTY, Calif. — Officers are still looking for one suspect involved in a shooting at a Stanislaus County deputy on Wednesday night, according to the sheriff’s office. The Stanislaus County Sheriff’s Office said a drive-by shooting had been reported at the Four Seasons Park in Turlock shortly before 10 p.m. A deputy spotted a… Keep Reading
