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The California Aggie · Davis, CA

Author Tommy Orange recontextualizes narratives of Indigenous identity

American novelist Tommy Orange, the author of the bestselling novel "There There," which explores the complexities of urban Native American life and identity. (Courtesy of Michael Lionstar)The author of ‘There There’ and ‘Wandering Stars’ discussed his work with UC Davis students and others at the Mondavi CenterBy BELLA PETERSON — [email protected] Tommy Orange gathered immense literary attention in 2018 with his debut novel, “There There.” The story details the journey of twelve characters, all from Native communities, traveling to the Big Oakland Powwow. The novel went on to earn multiple awards and even became a Finalist for the Pulitzer Prize in 2019 — no small feat. On Nov.

The California Aggie · Davis, CA

Davis Film Festival returns with annual showcase of local indie films

Davis Film Festival director Judith Plank speaks to the audience from the stage of the Veterans Memorial Theatre on Nov. 1, 2026 in Davis Calif. (Andrew Huynh / Aggie)Festival featured live music, an award ceremony and movies from both local and international filmmakersBy BRIAN LI — [email protected] On Nov. 1, a crowd of directors, friends and family members from the local indie filmmaker community gathered at Veterans Memorial Theater for the annual Davis Film Festival. The festival, which took place from 2 to 9:30 p.m., featured 24 short films from a wide range of genres, including drama, comedy, documentary, animation and experimental film. Judith Plank, the founder and organizer of the festival, began the tradition in 2003 after she was inspired to create a space for Davis filmmakers to showcase their work. “I was volunteering all over the place at all kinds of film festivals,” Plank said.

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Calaveras Enterprise · Dixon, CA

Nearby: Dixon, CA

Bret Harte falls to Dixon, one win shy of section title game

Bret Harte girls’ water polo lost to Dixon 11-2 in the semifinals of the D3 playoffs on Wednesday night in Davis. Guy Dossi/Calaveras Enterprise DAVIS – Before the game, Bret Harte High School head girls water polo coach Scott Kirkman gave a short and heartfelt speech to his team. After the Bullfrogs suffered a nine-goal playoff loss that ended their season, Kirkman repeated the same speech to his disappointed players. “I believe in you. I love you. I’m proud of you. And we made history just being here, and nothing, nothing they can do tonight is going to change that,” Kirkman told his team. For the first time in the history of either the boys or girls water polo program, Bret Harte reached the semifinals of the playoffs, just one win away from playing for a section title. However, the semifinals marked the end of the Bullfrogs’ journey. Guy Dossi/Calaveras Enterprise No. 3 Bret Harte lost to No. 2 Dixon 11-2 on Wednesday night at Davis Senior High School.

West Sacramento News Ledger · West Sacramento, CA

Nearby: West Sacramento, CA

Yolo County Offers Free Dental Services for Youth

The Yolo County Health and Human Services Agency (HHSA) will offer free dental services for youth ages 0 to 20 on Saturday, Nov. 21, from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. at River City High School, located at 1 Raider Lane in West Sacramento. Original article published at West Sacramento News-Ledger

West Sacramento News Ledger · West Sacramento, CA

Nearby: West Sacramento, CA

Work Begins on Park Boulevard

The city of West Sacramento recently initiated work on a $1.9 million project to improve roadway safety.Original article published at West Sacramento News-Ledger

Calaveras Enterprise · Sacramento, CA

Nearby: Sacramento, CA

Bullfrogs fall to West Campus in NorCal quarterfinals

Bret Harte volleyball lost to West Campus 3-0 in the second round of the CIF State NorCal Division V playoffs on Thursday night in Sacramento. Guy Dossi/Calaveras Enterprise SACRAMENTO – Evie Becker held back her tears until she was off the court. Once she reached the Bret Harte High School bench, the tears began to fall, and she was not the only one who could no longer hold them back. There was no hiding the sadness and disappointment the Bullfrogs felt after their memorable season officially came to an end. In a year that featured Bret Harte win the Mother Lode League title for the first time in more than a decade, reach the CIF Sac-Joaquin Section Division V semifinals and earn a victory in the state playoffs, the season ended 90 miles from Angels Camp with a three-set defeat. Guy Dossi/Calaveras Enterprise No. 5 Bret Harte lost to No. 4 West Campus 3-0 (26-24, 25-15, 25-23) in the second round of the CIF State NorCal Division V playoffs Thursday night in Sacramento.

Valley Roadrunner · Sacramento, CA

Nearby: Sacramento, CA

Chief Napier urges residents to learn about, comment on Fire Hazard Severity Zone

Part of the State Responsibility Area Fire Hazard Severity Zone map that shows Escondido, Valley Center and surrounding communities. Red indicates high fire hazard severity. Sacramento, CA — Cal Fire – Office of the State Fire Marshal (OSFM) last week announced the opening of the public comment period for the regulatory adoption of the 2026 State Responsibility Area (SRA) Fire Hazard Severity Zones (FHSZ). The comment period will run from November 9, 2026, through January 8, 2027, at 5 p.m. Valley Center Fire Protection District Chief Joe Napier told The Roadrunner: “This is definitely relevant for our residents.

WyoFile · Sacramento, CA

Nearby: Sacramento, CA

Detective: Man suspected of stabbing Sikh trucker asked ‘so he didn’t die?’

ROCK SPRINGS—When officers arrested the man suspected of stabbing a Sikh truck driver inside a southwest Wyoming rest stop in September, he wanted to know why, according to Sweetwater County Sheriff’s Det. Stephanie Cassidy. They told Andrew Bzdak he faced an aggravated assault charge. That provoked another question, Cassidy testified Nov. 4 at Bzdak’s preliminary hearing on what’s now an attempted murder charge. Bzdak, she told the court, “answered something along the lines of ‘So he didn’t die?’” Cassidy described the circumstances of Bzdak’s arrest, as well as the stabbing that spurred it, at a Sweetwater County Circuit Court hearing. At the conclusion, Magistrate Ed Newell ruled enough evidence exists for Bzdak, himself a trucker from California, to face trial for attempted first-degree murder. The stabbing drew national headlines, in part because the driver who was attacked is a Sikh.

Santa Maria Sun · Sacramento, CA

Nearby: Sacramento, CA

New marine protected areas need continued advocacy

The evening of Oct. 14, on a dark, bumpy bus ride from Santa Barbara to Sacramento, college students from Allan Hancock College, Cuesta College, and Cal Poly were nervous. They were about to give their first public testimony. Riding with them, longtime environmental advocates shared advice and stories. This contingent of 35 of your neighbors took two days off from work and school and rode for eight hours on a bus with stinky seats and a broken bathroom to defend California’s marine life. Tribal leaders, community members, and college students endured the long haul so they could ask the California Fish and Game Commission to designate the tribally nominated Point Sal and Mishopshno state marine conservation areas. The proposals were two of many submitted during the first decadal review of California’s marine protected area (MPA) network. The network has more than 100 marine protected areas within state waters, managed by the California Department of Fish and Wildlife.

Modoc County Record · Sacramento, CA

Nearby: Sacramento, CA

Alturas VFW Auxiliary Honored With State Awards, Capitol Flag

An American flag that flew over the State Capitol building in Sacramento was presented to the Alturas VFW Auxiliary by state Sen. James Gallagher during a recent district meeting. The flag was hoisted at the Alturas. . . Enjoy unlimited access for $25 annually. Subscribe now ---- Already a subscriber? Log-in to read the article.

Elk Grove Citizen · Sacramento, CA

Nearby: Sacramento, CA

Robles Way Ahead

Incumbent Sergio Robles has a cushion in the race for the District 4 City Council seat here, according to unofficial election results from Sacramento County. Original article published at Elk Grove Citizen

West Sacramento News Ledger · Sacramento, CA

Nearby: Sacramento, CA

Lace Up Those Skates

Downtown Sacramento's favorite winter tradition is back! Presented by Dignity Health, the Downtown Sacramento Ice Rink returned Nov. 4 in Ali Youssefi Square at 7th and K streets. Original article published at West Sacramento News-Ledger

Elk Grove Citizen · Sacramento, CA

Nearby: Sacramento, CA

Lace Up Those Skates

Downtown Sacramento's favorite winter tradition is back! Presented by Dignity Health, the Downtown Sacramento Ice Rink returned Nov. 4 in Ali Youssefi Square at 7th and K streets. Original article published at Elk Grove Citizen

California Culture Chronicle · Sacramento, CA

Nearby: Sacramento, CA

What the California State Assembly Speaker Actually Controls

The Assembly Speaker runs the lower house of California's legislature: the gavel, the flow of bills, and the committee assignments that decide which bills live. The office's own appointment page adds state boards and commissions, with more than 200 seats to fill. The job now belongs to Democrat Robert Rivas of the 29th district, elected by the full Assembly. That is a wide reach, and it still has edges. The Speaker leads one of several power centers in the Capitol, beside the governor, the Senate, and the parties' own floor leaders, and the limits show most clearly in what the office cannot do. Seeing both sides of the ledger explains how a bill really moves in Sacramento. Who Is the Speaker and How Does One Get the Job? Majority politics puts the person in the chair.