State Attorney General Warns of Scams in Wake of New Immigration Policy

California Attorney General Kamala Harris offers tips on how to avoid con artists.

Gov. Brown Nominates U.S. Justice Department Official To California Supreme Court

If confirmed to the high court, Kruger would be one of four women and the only African-American serving on the panel.

Election Wrap From Solano County

Voters pass school bond, sales tax, elect slew of city council members.

Unofficial Election Results For Solano County Candidates

Includes races for city councils, mayors and county supervisor.

Unofficial Election Results For Solono County Measures

Includes measures from Benicia, Vacaville and Vallejo.

On Tuesday's Solano County Ballot: Supes Race, 4 Measures

It's Supervisor Jim Spering vs. Fairfield City Councilmember Pam Bertani for 3rd District supervisor’s seat.

Congressman Garamendi Hires New Veterans Liaison

Chief Master Sergeant John Evalle will be district's new contact.

In Her 6th & Final Year, Assemblymember Yamada Earns Lifetime Achievement Award

She is the outgoing Chair of the Assembly Committee on Aging and Long Term Care.

DMV Moving Ahead with Undocumented Driver Licenses

The licenses must be available by Jan. 1, 2015.

Block Indian Casinos? Drug-Test Doctors? Web Site Helps Voters Navigate Ballots

The nonprofit, nonpartisan "California Choices" spells out pros and cons for state measures and candidates for upcoming Nov. 4 election.

STANFORD: Democrats, Republicans Worlds Apart

Political animosity exceeds racial hostility, new research shows. And Americans' political biases spill over into their social lives.

Yamada Hosts Open House-Office Hours in District Offices

Hours set in American Canyon and Woodland.

State Adds 7,500 Preschool Slots For Low-Income Families

These spaces will partially reinstate cuts that were made during the recession when California eliminated 100,000 subsidized slots.

Distinguishing Toy Guns From Real Weapons: Gov. Brown Signs Bill

Legislation co-drafted by state senator from Sonoma County where a boy carrying an Airsoft gun was fatally shot by deputy.

'Audrie's Law' Toughening Juvenile Sex Crime Statutes Signed by Gov. Brown

The law is named after teen victim Audrie Pott, who committed suicide in 2012 after being sexually assaulted at a party in Saratoga.

In Less Than 8 Hours: Opponents of Statewide Plastic-Bag Ban Vow Repeal

California was first "ban" state when Gov. Brown signed a bill this a.m. Now signatures being gathered for ballot initiative to overturn.

See Ya, Plastic Bags! Ban Goes Statewide

Gov. Brown signed bill today banning single-use plastic bags starting next year.

Brown Signs Bill to Fight Human Trafficking

Brown also signed six other bills that he said are aimed at better protecting victims of human trafficking.

Interested in Running for Office in Dixon?

There is still time to be a write-in candidate.

'Native American Day' Is California's Newest State Holiday

AB 1973 Signed into Law by Governor Brown.

New License Plate Will Fund Mammograms

The Pink Ribbon Breast Cancer Awareness plate will fund the “Every Woman Counts” program. DMV now to develop the new tags.

You Now May Feel Safer Using Uber, Lyft Ridesharing

New insurance standards signed into law by Gov. Brown.

New Law Protects Against Sexual Harassment

It plugs a hole in existing law that left unpaid interns and volunteers vulnerable

Bid to Split California into 6 States Fails to Qualify for Ballot

Venture capitalist Tim Draper isn't ready to give up, though

'Yes Means Yes' Bill Headed to Governor's Desk

The governor has until Sept. 30 to veto the bill or sign it.

Dixon's Draft Housing Element Is Ready For Review

Comments will be taken at October meeting.

Solano County Passes Declaration for 'State of Emergency' Following Quake

Now state and federal assistance for reimbursement of resources lost in Sunday's earthquake will be sought.

Bill to Reduce Cell Phone Robberies Signed into Law

The 'Cell Phone Kill Switch Bill' is meant to keep help keep smartphone owners from being mugged or robbed for their phones.

Gov. Brown Signs Bill Allowing Dogs in Outdoor Restaurants

"Bone-appétit," says Assemblymember Yamada, sponsor of the bill which becomes law in January.

CA Suicide Prevention Bill Heads to Governor's Desk

Assembly Bill 2198 Requires Suicide Prevention Training for Mental Health Professionals

What Medicare Does (and Doesn't) Cover

Part A? Part B? Do you know the difference and details?

Voters to Decide on $7.5B Water Bond in November

The bond includes money for two new reservoirs.

Solano County Supes Appoint Krishna Abrams District Attorney

District Attorney Donald du Bain is resigning at 5 p.m. Friday.

Solano Co. Supes To Consider Appointing DA-Elect To Replace Resigning Du Bain

The board decides Tuesday if Krishna Abrams should replace District Attorney Donald du Bain, who is resigning Friday.

Bill to Reduce Cell Phone Robberies Step Closer to Becoming Law in California

The 'Cell Phone Kill Switch Bill' is meant to keep help keep smartphone owners from being mugged or robbed for their phones.

Paid Mug Shot Removal Targeted in Legislation

Some websites publish mug shots and then charge up to $1,000 to remove them. The bill's author calls that "extortion."

Annual Period to Appeal Property Tax Bill is Underway

Taxpayers wishing to appeal the assessed value of their property can do so by filing an Application for Changed Assessment in their county.

Why Is City of Dixon Spending More Than $28 Million on Sewer Upgrades?

City publishes FAQs regarding Dixon’s planned sewer upgrades.

Assemblymember Yamada Is Visiting Dixon

Assemblymember Yamada Hosting Dixon Session Next Week for Residents