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Interstate 80 Construction Update for Sierra Corridor

Aug 15, 2025 11:00AM ● By Caltrans News Release

Multiple Projects Underway with Various Lane and Ramp Closures

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Interstate 80 Construction Update for Sierra Corridor

Jul 25, 2025 04:56PM ● By Caltrans News Release

Multiple Projects Underway with Various Lane and Ramp Closures

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The purpose of this program is to better manage the existing parking supply in the North Lake Tahoe region
Community Invited to Participate in the Next North Lake Tahoe Parking Management Meeting, July 22

Jul 11, 2025 11:16AM ● By Placer County News Release

Placer County officials are inviting the public to share their input this month on the implementation of the parking management program in North Lake Tahoe.

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Beach Lake Tahoe
Placer Housing Programs Receive Funding

Jun 26, 2025 03:03PM ● By Placer County News Release

Placer County invests another $500,000 and updates the guidelines for North Lake Tahoe, CA housing programs for local residents.

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Improvements at Indian Bar Are Complete

Jun 25, 2025 04:50PM ● By Placer County Water Agency News Release

Placer County Water Agency finishes just in time for summer recreation eason, with popular rafting and fishing site on the Middle Fork American River now open.

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Pumping Gas
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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Lake Tahoe
The North Tahoe Shared-Use Trail Closer to Completion

Jun 24, 2025 02:32PM ● By Placer County News Release

The Placer County Board of Supervisors approved plans for Segment 1 of the North Tahoe Shared-Use Trail and authorized the director of Public Works to advertise for construction bids.

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Art
June is a Month of Small Treasures!

Jun 24, 2025 01:55PM ● By Auburn Old Town Gallery News Release

Auburn Old Town Gallery’s June feature wall is full of small discoveries from 2D paintings to ceramics, metal art, glass and mosaics, so there is something for everyone.

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Construction
Interstate 80 Construction Update for Sierra Corridor

Jun 23, 2025 09:30AM ● By California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) News Release

California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) is reminding motorists of various lane and ramp closures in multiple locations along Interstate 80 (I-80) and State Route 20 (SR 20).

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Concert
Thunder Valley Casino Resort Announces Iconic Diana Ross at the Venue

Jun 20, 2025 08:44AM ● By Thunder Valley Casino Resort News Release

Experience the magic of Motown Royalty as Diana Ross performs live at the venue.

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California Street
Effort Launched to Combat Interstate 80 Brake Fires

Jun 12, 2025 04:25PM ● By Placer County News Release

Placer County District 5 Supervisor Cindy Gustafson works to address the growing brake fire concern and protect foothill and mountain communities along the heavily traveled corridor.

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Bus Stop
Placer Continues Free Rides for Sierra College Students

Jun 12, 2025 08:48AM ● By Placer County News Release

On Tuesday, the Placer County Board of Supervisors authorized the county’s director of public works to execute a reimbursement agreement with the Sierra Joint Community College District.

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Auburn Sentinel
Paid Parking to Resume June 2 in North Lake Tahoe

May 21, 2025 04:57PM ● By Placer County News Release

Community Invited to Series of Parking Stakeholder Meetings

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Construction work on road and bridge
Interstate 80 Construction Update for Sierra Corridor

May 13, 2025 04:23PM ● By California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) News Release

Multiple Projects Underway with Various Lane and Ramp Closures

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Roseville DMV Office Opening on Saturday, May 17, for REAL ID Appointments

May 13, 2025 04:18PM ● By California Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) News Release

The California Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) announced today the Roseville office at 7200 Galilee Road will offer REAL ID appointments on Saturday, May 17, from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Appointments are required, and only REAL ID services will be available during this time. Other DMV services will not be offered.

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Auburn Sentinel
Unlicensed Drivers Cause Shocking Number of Crashes in California

May 13, 2025 10:26AM ● By Sutliff & Stout News Release

A new study by auto accident attorneys Sutliff & Stout revealed that California had the seventh-highest rate of fatal crashes involving an unlicensed driver between 2019 and 2023.

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The outside southbound lane of Highway 49 at Dry Creek Road in Auburn will have nightwork while PG&E relocates a gas main ahead of a pedestrian walkway project.
Improving Safety and Reliability for Hometowns

May 07, 2025 11:18AM ● By PG&E News Release

PG&E Relocating Gas Main Auburn

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Rendering of bridge
Historic Yankee Jims Bridge Project Set to Begin, Road Closing

May 06, 2025 10:21AM ● By County of Placer News Release

Work on the Yankee Jims Replacement Project will begin May 19, starting a three-year construction process that will require the closure of Yankee Jims Road between Gillis Hill Road and Shirttail Canyon Road throughout the project.

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License to Kill

Apr 22, 2025 04:48PM ● By Robert Lewis, CalMatters.org

Ivan Dimov was convicted of reckless driving in 2013, after fleeing police in Washington state while his passenger allegedly dumped heroin out the window.

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Roseville DMV Office Opening for REAL ID Appointments

Apr 22, 2025 03:28PM ● By California Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) News Release

The California Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) today announced the Roseville office at 7200 Galilee Road will offer appointments on Saturday, May 3, from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m., to accommodate customers who want to get a REAL ID before the May 7 federal enforcement date.

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California Highway Patrol Urges Drivers to Stay Focused, Stay Alive

Apr 07, 2025 01:48PM ● By California Highway Patrol News Release

April is National Distracted Driving Awareness Month, a nationwide initiative that highlights the dangers of distracted driving and promotes safer driving habits.

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SMF Invests $2 Million in Public Art

Mar 18, 2025 10:24AM ● By Sacramento International Airport News Release

Sacramento International Airport (SMF) continues its public art program with a $2-million investment in three permanent art installations as part of its SMForward expansion.

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Restoring California: A Call to Cobb Mountain

Mar 10, 2025 12:13PM ● By Dannah Nielsen, photos by Dannah Nielsen

Visiting tiny towns is a bit of a civic duty that maybe wasn’t written into the curriculum or taught in lesson plans before we exited into the real world.

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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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Morro Bay: The Classic California Experience

Jan 23, 2025 09:16AM ● By Dannah Nielsen, photos by Dannah Nielsen

Some California coastal towns could be studied for their formula of economic and cultural success, and Morro Bay would be among the most influential.

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CHP Highlights New Laws for 2025

Jan 07, 2025 12:45PM ● By California Highway Patrol News Release

As we head into the new year, the California Highway Patrol (CHP) is highlighting the new public safety laws that were passed during this year’s legislative session and signed by Gov. Gavin Newsom. Unless otherwise noted, the laws referenced below took effect on Jan. 1.

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Drive Into 2025: CHP’s Mission for a Safe New Year

Dec 30, 2024 08:41AM ● By California Highway Patrol News Release

As 2025 approaches, the California Highway Patrol (CHP) is taking action to promote safe travel and prevent tragic crashes on California’s roadways.

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Key New Laws in 2025

Dec 23, 2024 03:51PM ● By Ornella Rossi

Starting Jan. 1, 2025, many significant new laws will go into effect across California, impacting everything in daily life from traffic regulations, employment, housing to healthcare.

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Tahoe Bears Remain Active in Fall, Winter Months

Dec 20, 2024 03:53PM ● By California Department of Fish and Wildlife

The Tahoe Interagency Bear Team (TIBT) hopes this winter season brings lots of cheer, warm memories, and time for rest and relaxation.

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Auburn Sentinel
Staff Provides North Lake Tahoe Parking Management Update and Board Approves New Enforcement Technology

Dec 10, 2024 04:32PM ● By Placer County News Release

Thanks to new hand-held technology devices, Placer County staff reported strong summer parking enforcement numbers in North Lake Tahoe at last week’s Board of Supervisors meeting.

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Placer Hosts 70 Community Members to Discover and Discuss Projects and Programs Shaping the Future of North Lake Tahoe

Dec 06, 2024 03:42PM ● By Placer County News Release

Seeking to answer resident questions and engage with the community, Placer County invited members of the public to this week’s "Discover and Discuss" event in North Lake Tahoe.

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Auburn Sentinel
Board Holds Firm on Defensible Space Inspection Deadline for North Lake Tahoe’s Short-Term Rentals, Makes Additional Amendments

Nov 22, 2024 09:52AM ● By Placer County News Release

The Placer County Board of Supervisors advanced two amendments to the county’s short-term vacation rental ordinance Monday and heard an annual update for the STR program, including input from the Short-Term Rental Advisory Group and community feedback.

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CHP Receives Grant to Combat Distracted Driving

Nov 12, 2024 12:59PM ● By California Highway Patrol News Release

The California Highway Patrol (CHP) is proud to announce it received a $350,000 grant to address the growing issue of distracted driving on California roads.

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Auburn Sentinel
Parking Restrictions Take Effect Nov. 1 East of Emigrant Gap

Oct 24, 2024 01:46PM ● By Placer County News Release

Placer County officials are reminding residents and visitors that annual winter parking restrictions in the county’s higher elevations will take effect from Nov. 1 until May 1, 2025.

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Westbound U.S. 50 Connector Closure Scheduled in Sacramento

Oct 21, 2024 02:34PM ● By Caltrans News Release

55-Hour Closure at the Connector from Northbound State Route 99

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