UC Merced to host creators of Telelingo, immersion Spanish show for kids
2 linked to Sacto by Night killings plea to weapons charges. Will a suspect face murder?
The family of a Sacto By Night club shooting victim promised to not rest until a suspect is charged and convicted in her loved one’s south Sacramento murder.
Full story: https://news.yahoo.com/2-linked-sacto-night-killings-182504934.html
Cockroaches, mold and yellow slime: See latest Sacramento County restaurant reports
Sacramento County health inspectors found more than 20 cockroaches at one local restaurant. Other Sacramento-area eateries had health code violations ranging from dust, grease and food residue to …
Full story: https://news.yahoo.com/cockroaches-mold-yellow-slime-see-165134328.html
Representing Hmong culture in Allen Priebe
This exhibition features personal and found objects that represent Hmong narratives, memories, culture and history. Yaj was born in California and raised in Sheboygan, WI. She earned a Bachelor of …
Full story: https://advancetitan.com/arts-and-culture/2024/04/11/representing-hmong-culture-in-allen-priebe
Politics, threats, agendas have permeated search for Fresno Unified superintendent, many say
The superintendent search process in Fresno Unified has been compromised by threats and political agendas, people told EdSource. Here’s how.
California’s third-largest school district draws back search for superintendent in tense moment
In a split decision, the Fresno Unified Board of Trustees voted to pause its search for a new superintendent and expand the search nationwide.
Youth grapple with interpreting the unspoken for their immigrant families
UC Merced researchers are shedding light on a little-explored aspect of cross- cultural communication that involves no spoken words but sometimes can cause confusion and anguish for children acting as …
Full story: https://phys.org/news/2024-04-youth-grapple-unspoken-immigrant-families.html
Fresno dispensaries Dr. Greenthumb’s, Sweet Flower prepare debut
Fresno recreational cannabis dispensaries are about to hit double digits with two more opening soon. Sweet Flower, based in Culver City, will be opening its first dispensary on April 13 at 3123 N.
Full story: https://thebusinessjournal.com/fresno-dispensaries-dr-greenthumbs-sweet-flower-prepare-debut/
Sacramento City Council appoints Shoun Thao for vacant District 2 seat
On Tuesday, the city council adopted a resolution to appoint Shoun Thao as the interim District 2 Councilmember. In his application, Thao said he grew up in North Sacramento and is a proud Grant Union …
Full story: https://www.kcra.com/article/sacramento-city-council-appoints-shoun-thao/60312289
Sacramento council fills vacancy left by member facing federal indictment
The process to fill the empty chair stems from a mid-December federal indictment against Loloee, 53. He and Karla Montoya, 42, initially faced accusations of conspiracy, obstruction of Department of …
Full story: https://www.courthousenews.com/sacramento-council-fills-vacancy-left-by-member-facing-federal-indictment/
Sacramento council fills vacancy left by member facing federal indictment
Thao’s parents, who were refugees of the Vietnam War, moved to Sacramento in 1995. Now director of the nonprofit Hmong Youth and Parents United, Thao worked for the city of Sacramento for seven years.
Full story: https://www.courthousenews.com/sacramento-council-fills-vacancy-left-by-member-facing-federal-indictment/
California voters passed Proposition 1, but what does that mean?
Californians will be paying for Prop 1 for the next 30 years. According to the state Legislative Analyst’s Office, there will be 30 payments of $310 million each. Interest on those payments could cost …
Misty Her Might Be Best Superintendent Candidate. But Fresno Unified Still Needs a Statewide Search.
Deputy superintendent Misty Her could be the leader Fresno Unified needs. But the district must conduct a statewide superintendent search.
Author Interview: Lisa Hamilton’s latest tells the story of a Hmong rice farmer in Fresno
The San Joaquin Valley is known for its abundant farmland and strong agricultural economy. But amongst the massive almond and pistachio orchards, a group of Hmong women practice rice farming in a …
Author Interview: Lisa Hamilton’s latest tells the story of a Hmong rice farmer in Fresno
A Journey of War, Love, and Survival” is a study in resilience and a testament to the power of one woman’s strength to move forward.
Former Sacramento Councilman Loloee’s vacant seat to be filled by end of month
Following a federal probe and indictment of former Sacramento City Councilman Sean Loloee surrounding his private businesses, we are now learning who may take over his seat on the council for the rest …
Full story: https://www.msn.com/
Voting on Election Day? Here’s where to cast or drop off your ballot in Sacramento County
Here’s a list of places to return a ballot in person on Election Day, according to the county website: City of Citrus Heights City Hall, 6360 Fountain Square Drive, Citrus Heights Rancho Murieta …
Full story: https://www.yahoo.com/news/voting-election-day-where-cast-214401876.html
Fresno’s Rogue Festival Features Performance Of Latehomecomer, A Hmong Family Memoir
Hmong Community Celebrated With Performance Of Latehomecomer At Fresno Festival The Rogue Festival in Fresno’s Tower District showcases local talent through improv, comedy and storytelling. This year …
