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Secured Property Tax Bills Mailed This Month

Oct 28, 2026 09:27AM ● By Sacramento County News Release

Sacramento County has mail about 493,740 secured property tax bills which are payable beginning Nov. 1. These tax bills are mailed only once a year, however, property owners may pay their bills in two installment payments.

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Even in Today’s Economy, a New Home May Be More Affordable Than You Realize

Oct 20, 2026 09:34AM ● By Tim Murphy, North State Building Industry Association

It’s no secret that mortgage interest rates have climbed sharply this year, due in part to the ongoing conflict in Iran and uncertainties about oil supplies and cost. Rates have broken the 7% level and are likely to inch even higher.

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California Gas Average Tops $6 a Gallon

Sep 18, 2026 09:15AM ● By AAA Mountain West News Release

AAA Weekly Fuel Report

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FORPD Board Approves Fee Updates, Final Budget

Sep 08, 2026 11:26AM ● By Shaunna Boyd

At the Aug. 19 meeting, the Fair Oak Recreation and Park District (FORPD) Board of Directors swore in Manuel Lavalle, who was appointed to fill the seat vacated by director John O’Farrell on his retirement.

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Affordability Issues Keep New Home Sales at Pre-Pandemic Levels

Aug 17, 2026 03:07PM ● By North State Building Industry Association News Release

New home sales in July continued to reflect a return to post-pandemic levels, the North State Building Industry Association reported.

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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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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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United Way to Help Residents this Tax Season

Feb 09, 2026 03:57PM ● By United Way Capital Region News Release

Local residents throughout the Sacramento region are eligible to file their taxes for free through United Way California Capital Region’s Free Tax Prep program that runs through April 15.

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California Gas Prices Edge Higher as February Kicks Off

Feb 09, 2026 03:53PM ● By AAA Mountain West Group News Release

Gas prices are up as spring nears but are still cheaper than 2025 prices

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Small Business Comment on Optimism Index

Jan 20, 2026 12:24PM ● By National Federation of Independent Business News Release

Improved National Outlook Runs Up Against Golden State Realities

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Celebrate Financial Wellness Month with CalKIDS

Jan 20, 2026 11:43AM ● By CalKIDS Scholarships News Release

Financial Wellness Month is a time for families across California to set goals, build healthier money habits and plan for the year ahead.

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New Study: 38% of Americans Say Cash Feels More 'Real' Than Digital Money

Nov 05, 2025 11:57AM ● By BrandPoint Content

Close to 2 in 5 Americans (38 percent) say cash feels more "real" than digital money: It's a tangible reminder of value, and remains a permanent part of their financial toolkit (27 percent).

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Hundreds of City Workers, Union Members, Cardroom Employees Protest Attorney General Bonta

Oct 22, 2025 02:41PM ● By California Gaming Association News Release

The proposed regulations are unnecessary and punitive, as the games are lawful under California law and have been operating for decades.

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Public Authority Office Moves

Oct 07, 2025 03:32PM ● By Sacramento County News Release

Sacramento County’s Public Authority office recently moved to a new location. The new office is located at 9300 Tech Center Drive, Suite 100, Sacramento.

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New EBT Cards Being Mailed

Oct 07, 2025 03:14PM ● By Sacramento County News Release

The California Department of Social Services has announced that magnetic stripe EBT cards are set to expire by Oct. 25.

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Sephora Settles Over Hazardous Waste Violations

Oct 07, 2025 02:06PM ● By Sacramento County District Attorney’s Office News Release

The Sacramento County District Attorney’s Office, in conjunction with 24 District Attorney’s and City Attorney’s Offices, has reached a $775,000 settlement with Sephora USA regarding the alleged improper handling of hazardous waste generated as part of Sephora’s retail operations.

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Reduce Electricity during Flex Alerts and Earn Bill Credits

Aug 11, 2025 05:05PM ● By MPG Staff

With temperature rising, it’s not too late to register for Power Saver Rewards, a California Public Utilities Commission program.

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Unsecured Property Taxes Due Sept. 2

Jul 22, 2025 10:34AM ● By Sacramento County News Release

Annual bills for Sacramento County unsecured personal property taxes for fiscal year 2025-2026 will be mailed on July 18 and are due no later than Sept. 2 to avoid penalties for delinquency.

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Peer-to-Peer Payment is the New Cash

Jul 17, 2025 01:11PM ● By Joe Thompson

In Sacramento County, peer-to-peer payments are transforming how small businesses get paid.

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State Deadline Threatens Shut Down of Local Gas Stations

Jun 25, 2025 10:14AM ● By California Fuels and Convenience Alliance (CFCA) News Release

The California Fuels and Convenience Alliance (CFCA) is urging the Legislature to take immediate action to prevent a fuel supply and affordability crisis.

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Sacramento Powerball® Ticket Set to Expire

Jun 13, 2025 10:58AM ● By California Lottery News Release

Claim or no claim – when you play, schools win.

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California Drivers See a Slight Break at the Pump

Mar 03, 2025 06:16PM ● By AAA Northen California News Release

With winter nearly in the rearview, temperatures warmed up while gas prices cooled down. Last week, gas prices dropped by three cents, bringing the national average to $3.12 per gallon.

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FORPD Board Questions Cost Change for Amphitheatre Materials

Mar 03, 2025 05:59PM ● By Shaunna Boyd

At the Feb. 19 Fair Oaks Recreation and Park District (FORPD) board meeting, the Parkway Disc Golf Foundation asked that some disc golf baskets at Miller Park be reinstalled on weekends.

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Court Gives Text Scam Alert

Dec 31, 2024 08:57AM ● By Sacramento Superior Court News Release

Sacramento Superior Court has been notified of an active “smishing” campaign in California.

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Home Heating Expenditures Projected to Increase by 8.7%

Dec 30, 2024 05:58PM ● By National Energy Assistance Directors Association News Release

Home heating costs this winter will remain unaffordable for millions of lower income families, according to the National Energy Assistance Directors Association.

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IRS Reminds Taxpayers of Oct. 15 Tax-Filing Extension Deadline; Combat Zones, Disaster Areas, Israel have more time

Oct 07, 2024 02:28PM ● By IRS Media Relations News Release

The Internal Revenue Service encouraged taxpayers Oct. 7 to file their 2023 tax year federal income tax return on or before the upcoming Tuesday, Oct. 15, deadline to avoid possible late filing penalties.

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IRS Encourages People to Do an End-Of-Summer Tax Checkup

Sep 18, 2024 09:24AM ● By IRS News Release

The Internal Revenue Service today encouraged taxpayers to consider using the end of the summer to make tax withholding or payment updates to avoid a potential surprise next year at tax time.

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Board of Supervisors Adopt Infill Program

Aug 27, 2024 01:05PM ● By Sacramento County News Release

The Sacramento County Board of Supervisors voted Aug. 20 to adopt the County’s Infill Program Update and directed staff to implement certain actions identified in the plan to accelerate the Program

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California Aims to Improve Ability to Measure How Much Water Is Flowing Throughout the State

Aug 20, 2024 08:55AM ● By California Department of Water Resources News Release

On Aug. 15, the Department of Water Resources (DWR) announced a new partnership opportunity to support the state’s ability to measure stream and river flows through the California Stream Gage Improvement Program (CalSIP) as climate extremes continue to impact the state’s water supply

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Greater Sacramento Economic Council Hosts Delegation to South Korea

Aug 19, 2024 05:48PM ● By Heather Atherton, Atherton PR News Release

Greater Sacramento Economic Council (GSEC) is hosting its first delegation to South Korea Aug. 16 through 26, led by the new Chair of GSEC’s Board of Directors, UC Davis Chancellor Gary S. May

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Governor Newsom’s Executive Order Leads to FAIR Plan Reforms

Aug 07, 2024 11:26AM ● By Office of Governor Gavin Newsom News Release

California Insurance Commissioner Ricardo Lara announced a modernization of the state’s FAIR Plan, also known as the “insurer of last resort,” to strengthen the program for those who depend on this system for affordable and reliable coverage.

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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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Governor Newsom Orders State Agencies to Address Homeless Encampments

Jul 31, 2024 02:06PM ● By Office of Governor Gavin Newsom News Release

Governor Gavin Newsom issued an executive order on July 25 ordering state agencies and departments to adopt clear policies that urgently address homeless encampments while respecting the dignity and well-being of all Californians

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Sloppy Staff Work and Agenda Hide-And-Seek Taint Board of Supervisors’ 2023 Pay Raise

Jul 31, 2024 01:59PM ● By Sacramento County Grand Jury News Release

Missed crucial details, an uncorrected math error, and an astonishing lack of transparency are among the significant problems the 2023-24 Sacramento County Grand Jury found when it investigated the process used by the Sacramento County Board of Supervisors to award themselves a hefty salary increase in 2023

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