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The top attorney for a California board that enforces labor rules said Thursday that Gov. Gavin Newsom’s office may have violated state law over its handling of an order directing many public employees to work in person four days a week.

That decision came in response to a challenge by the Professional Engineers in California Government, a union that represents many Department of Transportation workers. It is only preliminary and it could set up a lengthy legal process.

The general counsel for the Public Employment Relations Board said the Governor’s Office appears to have “failed and refused to meet and confer in good faith” with the union and also denied the group the right to represent its members, both of which would go against the state’s Ralph C. Dills Act.

Ted Toppin, the union’s executive director, said Friday the group wants to talk with the Governor’s Office about what it sees as the benefits of keeping more flexible teleworking. Currently, many state employees are required to work just two days a week in their offices.

“There has to be an ability to talk about these things before you just hand down the mandate from on high. It just leads to better results.”

A Governor’s Office spokesperson did not comment on the ruling, and said a representative for the Government Operations Agency would do so. Instead, a spokesperson for a different agency, the California Department of Human Resources, responded and also declined to comment.

Newsom’s March 3 order surprised many state workers and has led to a backlash from their unions. The engineers group filed its challenge the next day and SEIU Local 1000, the largest state worker union, followed up with its own later that week. An SEIU Local 1000 spokesperson said Friday afternoon the group had yet not received a response.

Union members have also loudly protested the mandate outside of state office buildings to try and pressure Newsom to change his mind. So far, the governor has not appeared like he will.

The engineers union wants the employment board to rescind the governor’s order, but getting to that point could take a long time.

The case now moves to informal negotiations between the union and state. If they can’t reach an agreement, an administrative law judge will then hear the case.

That likely won’t happen for several months. The engineers union had tried to speed up the review of its challenge but its request to do so was denied.

Whatever a judge decides could be appealed to the employment board and then ultimately to the California Supreme Court.

Toppin said the union is open to reaching a settlement but that the group will advocate for maximum flexibility for members and oppose mandates to be in the office without a “demonstrated operational need.”

Newsom’s order is set to go into effect July 1.

This story was originally published April 18, 2025 at 12:15 PM.

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Will Sacramento see sunshine or cloudy skies on Easter Sunday?

With a host of outdoor activities planned for the holiday weekend, including egg hunts and sunrise services, you may be wondering what the forecast holds.

Fortunately, the National Weather Service said, the Sacramento region can expect several days of warm, dry weather.

Meteorologists said there’s a “minor heat risk” across parts of the Sacramento Valley, the northern San Joaquin Valley and Sierra Nevada foothills starting Friday and continuing through early next week.

Sacramento had a 50% or better chance of seeing high temperatures above 80 degrees on Saturday, Sunday, Monday and Tuesday, according to the weather service.

Here’s what to expect:

Sacramento was expected to be sunny on Friday with a high temperature near 78 degrees and wind gusts as high as 22 mph, according to the National Weather Service’s latest seven-day forecast.

“Breezy northerly winds are expected Friday, gusting up to 20 to 30 mph,” the weather service said on Thursday in an X post, noting that the strongest winds can be found west of Interstate 5 and over the Sierra Nevada crest.

The weather service predicted clear skies on Friday night, along with a low temperature around 48 degrees and winds up to 10 mph.

According to the weather service, the Sacramento area will see more sunny weather on Saturday, with a high near 80 and an overnight low around 50.

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— NWS Sacramento (@NWSSacramento) April 16, 2025

According to the weather service, Sacramento will enjoy dry, warm weather on Easter Sunday.

The high will reach 82, while the low will drop to 51, the weather agency said.

Sparkling spring weather will continue into next week, according to the weather service.

Monday will be sunny, with a high near 83 and an overnight low around 52.

Clear skies are expected Tuesday, when the high will near 82 and the low will drop to around 50.

According to the weather service, Sacramento will see more sunshine on Wednesday, with a high near 76 and a low around 49.

Thursday will be mostly sunny, with a high near 74, the weather service said.

Northern California can expect near-normal temperatures and above-normal precipitation on April 25 through May 1, according to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration’s Climate Prediction Center.

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This story was originally published April 18, 2025 at 9:28 AM.

Need to make a last-minute shopping trip on Easter in Sacramento? Pick up a prescription?

Many local businesses are shutting their doors in observance of Easter Sunday in 2025, while others will be open special holiday hours.

Here’s a list of what will be open and closed in the Sacramento area on Sunday, April 20 — from supermarkets and pharmacies to retailers — as confirmed by The Sacramento Bee.

Holiday hours can differ by location. Be sure to check with your local store before heading out.

Here’s when local grocery stores will be open in the Sacramento area on Sunday for Easter, as well as which ones will be closed:

Bel Air: Open 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sunday.

Compton’s Market: Open 7 a.m. to 9:30 p.m. Sunday.

Costco: Closed Sunday.

King’s Supermarket: Open 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sunday.

Food 4 Less: Open 5 a.m. to midnight Sunday.

Foods Co.: Open 7 a.m. to 10 p.m. Sunday.

Sacramento Natural Foods Co-Op: Open 7 a.m. to 10 p.m. Sunday.

Safeway: Open 5 a.m. Sunday to 1 a.m. Monday.

Save Mart: Open 6 a.m. to midnight Sunday.

Sam’s Club: Closed Sunday.

Smart & Final: Open 6 a.m. to 10 p.m. Sunday.

Sprouts Farmers Market: Open 7 a.m. to 10 p.m. Sunday.

Raley’s: Open 6 a.m. to 11 p.m. Sunday.

Rancho San Miguel: Open 7 a.m. to 10 p.m. Sunday.

Trader Joe’s: Open 8 a.m. to 9 p.m. Sunday.

Target: Closed Sunday.

Whole Foods: Open 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sunday.

Here are open hours for pharmacies in the Sacramento area on Sunday, April 20, Easter Day:

Capital City Pharmacy: Closed Sunday

CVS: Store open 8 a.m. to 10 p.m. Sunday; pharmacy open 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Rite Aid: Store open 8 a.m. to 9 p.m. Sunday; pharmacy closed.

Safeway: Store open 5 a.m. Sunday to 1 a.m. Monday; pharmacy open 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Walgreens: Store open 7 a.m. to 10 p.m. Sunday; pharmacy open 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Walmart: Store open 6 a.m. to 11 p.m. Sunday; pharmacy open 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.

UC Davis Health Pavilion: Open 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sunday.

Two local malls — Arden Fair and Westfield Galleria at Roseville — are closed for Easter on Sunday.

Several government offices, including post offices and public libraries, and most banks are closed for Easter on Sunday in the Sacramento area.

Commercial package delivery companies UPS and FedEx will also observe the holiday by closing on Sunday.

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This story was originally published April 18, 2025 at 5:00 AM.

SACRAMENTO, Calif. — Need something to do? The Greater Sacramento region has a fun-filled weekend with many different activities for people to choose from.

Whether you are a sports fan looking to cheer on the A's or the River Cats, an adult or kid looking for an easter egg hunt, or someone who likes to celebrate Earth Day, this weekend has it all.

From Thursday, April 17, to Sunday, April 20, 2025, there will be Earth Day celebrations, egg hunts and sporting events; there is something for everyone.

Thursday, April 17, 2025

The City of Roseville will host Earth Night Express, a free community event around Earth Day featuring live music, food, games, and giveaways.

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Come and support the River Cats as they face off against the Salt Lake City Bees this Thirsty Thursday. During the game, enjoy specials on all drink selections.

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Friday, April 18, 2025

Join the Lincoln Area Chamber of Commerce for its 28th annual golf tournament. The price to play includes breakfast, green fees, carts, SWGA bags and a ‘fiesta reception.’

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BusyKids Play Town and Coffee Shop will host an egg hunt. More than 500 eggs will be hidden throughout the play area. Four golden eggs will be hidden, and those who find them will receive prizes.

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Join us in supporting your friends at Roseville Community Preschool to carry on Bev Bos's legacy and help children develop essential skills for their growth needs.

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Head down to the Sacramento Railroad Museum and enjoy your favorite Coldplay and Imagine Dragons hits through a multi-sensory musical experience.

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Another day and another game. The River Cats will host another game against the Salt Lake Bees at home for their First Responders night. There will be a dedication for firefighters, police officers and paramedics with activities and ceremonies.

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Emmy Award-winning producer and director Sophie Lanfear, creator of ‘Frozen Worlds’ at the Harris Center, will guide you through an experience that follows polar bears, walruses, seals, penguins and icy Edens in peril, alongside speakers and explorers.

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Saturday, April 19, 2025

Gather your friends and join us for an egg hunt featuring stamps, goodies, and plenty of eggs for everyone. Food will also be available for purchase.

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Enjoy a family-friendly Earth Day celebration at the State Indian Museum and Sutter’s Fort while learning about various ways to protect the planet. There will be many activities, including discovering different plant species, constructing your own bird feeder and more.

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Celebrate Earth Day with your friends and family at Bryte Park. There will be food, shopping and activities for those to enjoy. The first 50 people who arrive at 10 a.m. at the information booth will get free Chandos Tacos, and the first 50 people to go to the River Cats booth and sign up for the newsletter will receive a free ticket to a game!

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Join in the fun at Bliss stores by participating in an adult Easter egg hunt featuring prizes hidden inside. There will be prizes including candy, discounts and other surprises.

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Peak Adventures at Sacramento State University will host an evening of free climbing. Various activities, music and games will be available throughout the even.

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Do you enjoy Whitney Houston? A tribute to Whitney Houston will present a selection of her most popular songs at the California State Railroad Museum. The concert promises to be a live musical sensory experience.

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Go River Cats! Saturday night lights are back, and the fun is at Sutter Health Park. After the game, be sure to stay and watch the fireworks over Sutter Health Park.

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Y & T, also known as Yesterday & Tomorrow, is a rock band that will perform all their latest hits from their albums on the Quarry Park stage.

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Head down to Thunder Valley Casino to see country legends Alabama and special guest Lorrie Morgan perform their greatest hits from popular albums.

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Cache Creek Casino will host a music concert featuring legendary artists such as Hannah Berner, Little River Band's 50th Anniversary Tour, Jed and Jona Mandela, Ogie Alcasid and Odette Ouesada, who will take the stage.

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Sunday, April 20, 2025

Hop on over to Fairytale Town for an egg hunt featuring spring-themed activities, prizes and more. The event will also have an Easter bunny, so make sure to stop by and snap a quick picture with the bunny.

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Are you ready to look for Easter Eggs? The Rocklin Firefighters Association will host its annual Easter Egg Hunt, featuring many different activities, such as face painting, Easter bunny pictures, an egg hunt and so much more.

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No plans on a Sunday? Head down to Sutter Health Park and watch the River Cats take on the Salt Lake City Bees in the last game of the 6-game series.

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Sacramento, CA (April 17, 2025) – A devastating crash early Thursday morning resulted in the death of one individual following a head-on collision between a gravel truck and a sedan in the southeastern part of Sacramento.

Emergency responders from Sacramento Metro Fire rushed to the scene around 5:56 a.m. after reports indicated that one person was trapped inside a vehicle following the violent impact near the intersection of Elder Creek Rd and S Watt Ave. Upon arrival, medics and fire crews worked to extricate the individual from the wreckage and provided immediate medical assistance.

According to the California Highway Patrol (CHP), the injured victim was transported to a local hospital where they sadly succumbed to their injuries. Details regarding the identity of the deceased have not yet been released pending family notification.

The collision led to a full road closure on S Watt Ave from Elder Creek Rd to Florin Rd, causing major traffic delays in the area. Authorities have not provided an estimated timeline for when the roadway will reopen, urging motorists to use alternate routes as the investigation continues.

At this time, CHP has not confirmed what led to the tragic incident, and the cause remains under active investigation. Our hearts go out to the loved ones of the person who lost their life in this accident.

Truck Accidents in California

Tragic incidents like the one in Sacramento highlight the devastating consequences that can arise from collisions involving large commercial vehicles. This crash, which involved a gravel truck and a smaller sedan, underscores the risks associated with size and weight disparities on the road.

In California, truck accidents often occur on busy arterial roads or near intersections with limited visibility. The area surrounding Elder Creek Rd and S Watt Ave includes a mix of industrial and residential zones, making it a potentially hazardous corridor during early-morning commutes when visibility can be reduced and traffic volumes begin to increase.

As investigators work to determine the factors contributing to Thursday’s crash, this event serves as a sobering reminder of the importance of maintaining safe driving practices around large trucks. Commercial drivers must follow strict safety protocols, but smaller vehicles must also exercise heightened caution, especially during merging, turning, or passing maneuvers.

From a broader perspective, this incident also brings into focus the importance of emergency preparedness and timely road closures. CHP and Sacramento Metro Fire's swift response, including closing the affected roadway, likely prevented additional collisions and allowed responders to focus on life-saving efforts.

For residents and commuters in the Sacramento area, staying informed through traffic alerts and obeying detours can not only reduce frustration but also contribute to road safety. If you or a loved one is ever involved in an accident involving a commercial vehicle, it is critical to seek both medical and legal assistance immediately.

This crash has undoubtedly left a profound impact on the local community, and as more details emerge, they will offer further insight into how such tragedies might be prevented in the future.

If you or someone you know has been affected by a serious truck accident, it's important to understand your rights and options. At Local Accident Reports, we provide timely updates and connect victims with the resources they need to begin their recovery. Don't wait to get help—our team is here to support you every step of the way.