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Gov. Newsom warns Californians to follow new health orders ahead of Fourth of July

SAN FRANCISCO (KGO) — A day after announcing new mandatory closures in 19 California counties where the coronavirus is spreading rapidly, Gov. Gavin Newsom addressed the complex issue of enforcing new rules. The state is launching a massive PSA campaign in an attempt to convince Californians to wear masks. If they don’t, Newsom said counties should feel empowered to… Keep Reading

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Photo: Sunflowers sprouting in Solano County

A group of women pose for a picture Wednesday while standing in a field of sunflowers in rural Dixon. The Solano County Sheriff’s Office is reminding residents that entering privately-owned land without consent can be deemed trespassing and that walking among the rows of flowers can permanently damage valuable crops. This image was made with… Keep Reading

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Fireworks legal, available in Dixon for July 4

While Fourth of July fireworks celebrations have been canceled across Solano, that doesn’t mean you can’t light up the night on your own. At least, in Dixon, Suisun City or Rio Vista, where you can legally buy and set off safe and sane fireworks. In Vacaville, Fairfield, Vallejo, Benicia and rural Solano, where fireworks are… Keep Reading

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Protect pets from frightening Fourth of July experience

FAIRFIELD — The Fourth of July, as nearly all Solano County residents have again become aware of in recent days, is not a one-day celebration when it comes to fireworks. The pops and bangs and whistles have been delighting children and children-at-heart for more than a week. That can be an annoyance to many neighbors,… Keep Reading

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Volunteer efforts helping to carry county through Covid-19

FAIRFIELD — Rhonda Smith and her team of volunteers spent Monday morning handing out as many as 10,000 face masks to nonprofit organizations and their teams of volunteers. The giveaway was mentioned as part of a presentation made last week to the Solano County Board of Supervisors about how volunteer efforts have helped the county… Keep Reading

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Experts recommend safe social contact with elderly loved ones during pandemic

DAVIS, Calif. (KTXL) – With COVID-19 cases rising in the Sacramento region, experts are once again warning the public to protect older friends and relatives who are more vulnerable to complications from the disease. For a lot of people, social distancing during a pandemic is a tricky road to navigate. People want to stay away… Keep Reading

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Child care providers launch union organizing effort

FAIRFIELD — Allison Davis wants to empower home-based child care providers. “Child care keeps America working . . . and child care is critical to any economic recovery,” Davis said. She said the time is ripe for the movement to create Child Care Providers United. “The union is a huge step to get child care… Keep Reading

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Coronavirus: Vacaville residents return to soak in pool

The coronavirus may have drastically altered many Vacaville residents’ summer plans, but at least they will have a place to swim. The Walter V. Graham Aquatic Center reopened Monday, albeit with a much smaller crowd than one would typically see this time of year. The pool has stringent social distancing guidelines in place, and only… Keep Reading

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Local student-athletes keep training as they await CIF’s decision on fall schedule

FAIRFIELD, Calif. (KTXL) — Local high schools are allowing student-athletes back on the field for distance workouts. In Fairfield, the Vanden Vikings football team just completed its second week of training. All high schools are waiting for word from the California Interscholastic Federation to see if fall sports will continue as currently scheduled. Continue Reading… Keep Reading

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Vacaville fashion designer sparks mask movement

What do you do with a passion for fashion, talent with a needle and a heart for humanitarianism? Become a sewing superhero, of course. Enter Marleen Maltby of Vacaville and her dedicated crew of volunteers, aka Marleen’s Mask Makers. With thread to spare, armloads of fabric and time on their hands, the sewers have crafted… Keep Reading