How to File an Extension and Other Last Minute Tax Filing Tips for Taxpayers

Calling all procrastinators! The IRS has some advice for you if you haven’t filed your taxes yet this year.

Creation of Berryessa Snow Mountain National Monument Advances This Week

Resolution for protection of the Northern California land passed Senate Monday and now goes to President Obama.

Gov. Brown Orders First-Ever Mandatory Water Reductions

The statewide mandatory rules call for a decrease in water use by 25 percent through February 2016.

Have An Outdoorsy, Artistic Side, Fair Oaks-Carmichael? Duck Stamp Contest Starts Soon

State officials will begin taking entries on May 1 featuring an American green-winged teal.

Reminder, Fair Oaks and Carmichael: Deadline Approaching for Property Taxes

Miss the deadline and you'll have to pay even more. (Link for paying your Sacramento County property taxes)

Gov. Brown Signs $1 Billion Emergency Drought Package

The legislation includes assistance for homeowners in obtaining water efficient washing machines or dishwashers at no upfront cost.

Need More Time To File Your Taxes, Fair Oaks and Carmichael?

An extension is easy. It's online. And it buys you another six months!

DMV Handbook: Free Download for iPad

On its 100th anniversary, the California DMV proves that it's keeping up with the times--the Driver Handbook is offered on iPad.

$ 1 Billion Need to Tackle Threat Posed by Drought, Governor Says

With no end in site, the state needs to buckle down for short-term and long-term solutions to survive this drought, state leaders say.

California "Has Only About One Year of Water Supply Left in its Reservoirs"

Following dire warning by NASA water scientist, state imposes tougher restrictions.

Does the IRS Owe You Money, Fair Oaks-Carmichael? More Than $1 Billion in Limbo

The Internal Revenue Service says that more than $1 billion may be waiting for some taxpayers. $92,209,000 of it is in California, alone.

Do You Know What DMV Fees Are Tax Deductible?

When filing, don't forget to claim the vehicle license fee you paid last year. So where to find it? ...

Garamendi Opposes Delay in Oil-Rail Safety Standards

"Families living near ... shipping lines are rightfully concerned about the safety of the trains that pass through their communities."

Placer Tea Party General Meeting-Public Invited

7-8:30pm March 18 @ 5460 5th Street, Rocklin CA. Sue Hokana, MHP, will be our guest speaker.

Stolen 400-Year-Old Treasured Books Seized in Northern California, Returned to Italy

Italian authorities asked authorities to investigate two volumes stolen from the Italian Historical National Library of Agriculture.

Legislation Introduced to Restore, Protect San Francisco Bay

Identical bills focused on wetlands, habitat, water quality and erosion were introduced in both houses of Congress.

Calif. Assemblyman Introduces Bill to Expand DUI Tests of Boaters

"California has some of the strictest DUI laws in the nation, but we need tough boating laws as well,” said Assemblymember Marc Levine.

Obama Signs Executive Order At Cybersecurity Summit At Stanford

American companies doing trillions of dollars of business are targeted by hackers for their trade secrets and intellectual property, he said

Lt. Gov. Gavin Newsom Announces Run for Governor

The former San Francisco mayor says he's creating a committee to run for California Governor in 2018.

Bill To Protect Berryessa Snow Mountain Introduced

The legislation by U.S. Sens. Barbara Boxer and Dianne Feinstein and Rep. Mike Thompson would create a national monument in Northern CA.

Good Idea? Calif. Legislators Move to Make Vaccines Mandatory Without Exemption

Two state legislators promised to introduce mandatory vaccines as Feinstein and Boxer urge the state to kill the personal belief exemption.

Placer Tea Party Meeting - Public Invited

7pm, Feb 18 @ 5460 5th Street, Rocklin, CA. Timothy Sandefur, Attorney/Author will be guest speake

Gov. Brown Announces Partnership to Provide Money for Solar

Money will be used to do energy efficiency and renewable energy projects in low income housing.

Developmental Disabilities Advocates Call For $500 Million In Increased State Funding

Social workers want cuts made during the 2008 recession be restored in Gov. Brown's budget.

Attorney General Kamala Harris Announces Run For U.S. Senate

This news comes less than a week after Sen. Barbara Boxer said she is not seeking a fifth term.

Sen. Boxer Will Not Seek Fifth Term

The four-term, Democratic senator began her political career when first elected to the Marin County Board of Supervisors in 1976.

No More Plastic Bags, Rubbers for Prisoners and Paid Sick Time: 10 New Calif. Laws in 2015

Here are 10 of the new statewide laws that are going into effect this year.

New Law Improves Process For California Ballot Initiatives

Our state loves "measures," having voted on 360 since 1912. This update makes process more "voter friendly."

Gov. Brown Appoints New Head Of CPUC

The previous CPUC president is not seeking reappointment amid allegations of corruption and inappropriate communications with PG&E.

Leondra Kruger Confirmed To CA State Supreme Court Post

She will be the youngest and only African-American on the bench, and labeled “exceptionally well qualified.”

CA Senator Introduces Bill Banning New Artificial Turf Made With Recycled Tires; Concern Raised the Surfaces May Harm Kids

Turf may save water, but is it safe? Or are the chemical compounds causing cancer and other illnesses?

Your Thoughts On 'Permanent Protection' for Berryessa Snow Mountain?

Upcoming public meeting in Napa to discuss the proposed Berryessa Snow Mountain National Monument.

Burning Holiday Gift Wrap Produces Toxic Smoke

Waste less with creative alternatives.

DMV Gears Up for Issuing Licenses to Undocumented Drivers

Hint: If your driver's license expires in January--get it renewed now.

A $13 Minimum Wage in California?

Legislation introduced in Sacramento would substantially increase paychecks.

'Holiday Season Telephone Townhall' To Offer Tax Tips

The townhall call will be on Dec. 1 at 10 a.m.

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.

Placer Tea Party General Meeting - Open to Public

Meeting Wednesday, November 19th at 7:00 at the Rocklin Parks & Recreation Building, 5460 5th Street, Rocklin, CA

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.