Fresno woman convicted for role in trafficking fentanyl with M30 King
A federal jury in Fresno has found Alma Lucia Garza, 23, guilty of conspiring to distribute and possess with intent to distribute fentanyl, cocaine, and methamphetamine. The verdict was announced by U.S. Attorney Phillip A. Talbert on Friday after a four-day trial.
Accountability act for children's treatment signed into law by Governor Newsom
Senator Shannon Grove (R-Bakersfield) has announced that her legislation, Senate Bill 1043, known as the Accountability in Children’s Treatment Act, has been signed into law by Governor Newsom. The bipartisan bill is sponsored by celebrity advocate Paris Hilton and her nonprofit organization 11:11 Media Impact. It aims to enhance the welfare of California's youth in treatment programs.
Governor signs Sen. Grove's bill on student mental health resources
Senator Shannon Grove (R-Bakersfield) has announced that her legislation, Senate Bill 1063 (SB 1063), has been signed into law by Governor Newsom. The bill aims to provide additional mental health resources for students by adding QR codes to the back of student ID cards, enabling easier access to these resources.
- Average cost of college went up for students in Sacramento County in 2022-23 school year
- New law increases penalties for child sex buyers in California
- Aryan Brotherhood member sentenced to life for murder related to racketeering
- Sacramento hosts third annual diversity career fair for legal professionals
- Senators team up with companies for fire relief efforts
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93% of college applicants to Sacramento County's 26 universities were admitted for fall 2022
Sacramento County's 26 universities admitted an estimated 93% of applicants for fall 2022, a decrease from the previous year.
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Bakersfield man indicted on multiple firearms charges
FRESNO, Calif. — On Aug. 29, 2024, a federal grand jury returned a three-count indictment charging Robert Lawrence Hunt, 40, of Bakersfield, with being a felon in possession of a firearm, unlawful possession of an unregistered firearm, and manufacturing a firearm, U.S. Attorney Phillip A. Talbert announced.
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Justice Department investigates alleged staff sexual abuse at two CA women's prisons
The Justice Department announced today the initiation of an investigation into the conditions at two prison facilities operated by the California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation (CDCR): Central California Women’s Facility in Chowchilla and the California Institution for Women in Chino.
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Fresno man pleads guilty to distributing counterfeit M30 fentanyl pills
FRESNO, Calif. — Horacio Torrecillas Urias Jr., 23, of Fresno, pleaded guilty today to distribution of fentanyl and conspiracy to distribute and possess with intent to distribute methamphetamine and fentanyl, U.S. Attorney Phillip A. Talbert announced.
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How many students were enrolled in Sacramento County Office of Education schools in 2022-23 school year?
For the 2022-23 school year, Sacramento County Office of Education experienced an increase in enrollment numbers compared to the previous year, with 28 more students being enrolled.
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How many students were enrolled in Sacramento City Unified School District in 2022-23 school year?
There were 38,588 students enrolled in Sacramento City Unified School District's schools in the 2022-23 school year, according to the California Department of Education.
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Senate passes bill increasing penalties for child sex buyers
Senator Shannon Grove (R-Bakersfield) announced that her bipartisan legislation, Senate Bill 1414 (SB 1414), has passed through the California State Legislature and is now headed to the Governor’s desk for signature. SB 1414 aims to increase penalties for those who purchase children for sex, addressing the issue of sex trafficking.
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Robla Elementary School District Education: 1,903 students were enrolled in 2022-23 school year
For the 2022-23 school year, Robla Elementary School District experienced a decrease in enrollment numbers compared to the previous year, with 47 fewer students being enrolled.
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Bill increasing penalties for child sex buyers moves to Senate for final vote
Senator Shannon Grove’s Senate Bill 1414 (SB 1414) has passed the Assembly Floor and is now moving to the Senate for a final vote. The bill aims to address the crime of sex trafficking by increasing penalties for those who purchase children for sex.
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Montague woman sentenced to over eight years for possession of child pornography
Shasta Lea Schnittker, 42, of Montague, was sentenced on August 26 by U.S. District Judge Kimberly J. Mueller to eight years and one month in prison for possession of child pornography, U.S. Attorney Phillip A. Talbert announced.