D.A. Gougherty

Politics & Government

One year ago Elk Grove's then finance manager boldly predicted lower interest rates for zoo construction financing

So, if interest rates have dropped, making construction feasible and cheaper, why hasn't the city rushed into issuing the bonds?

Opinion

Pardon Me! Moving from authoritarian to dictatorial rule with the stroke of a pen

Mr. Trump could offer blanket immunity to anyone enforcing these or any other blatantly unconstitutional policy, thereby neutering the judicial and legislative processes. 

Environmental News

CA Commercial Salmon Fishing Closed for Third Year, Very Limited Sport Season Allowed

The testimony of DWR engineer Amardeep Singh states that the DCP will increase water deliveries from the Delta by 22%.

Politics & Government

Is the Elk Grove Unified School District suppressing, minimizing citizens' concerns by limiting screen time?

While the comments critiquing the district have varied, one constant has remained - online meeting viewers have limited visibility of speakers.

Politics & Government

Congresswoman Doris Matsui tells constituents in video message 'Social Security is your money' and 'Donald Trump will not win'

During the 2006 midterm, Democrats wrested control of the House of Representatives primarily based on George W. Bush's Social Security privatization scheme

Politics & Government

Is this Rancho Cordova City Councilmember visionary or delusional - JFK or Morgenthau?

Speaking of Morgenthau, Truman reportedly said he was a "block head, nut" who "didn't know shit from apple butter."

Opinion

Could Trump Tariffs be an Unlikely Force for Simplicity?

The tariffs could act as a reset, curbing the rampant consumerism that has long defined modern American living.

Opinion

Elk Grove News Minute Podcast - It’s a good bet Mayor Singh-Allen will violate these new behavior rules

Politics & Government

If not for a city government watch dog, would Elk Grove taxpayers have ever learned about Slow and Low loan default debacle?

Would the city manager or mayor have voluntarily disclosed the $500,000 default?

Politics & Government

Elk Grove City Council meeting, April 9, 2025

Among the items presented to the mayor and city council was a report by City Manager Jason Behrmann on the default of a $500,000 taxpayer-guaranteed loan

Politics & Government

River City Bank seizes $425,000 of City of Elk Grove's deposits after Slow and Low defaults on loans

It is unclear whether Elk Grove is the primary or secondary beneficiary of the proceeds from the sale of the furniture, fixtures, and equipment.

Law and Justice

Bystanders seriously injured in Elk Grove Police high-speed vehicle pursuit seek damages against city

It is asserted that the Elk Grove Police officers operated their vehicle between 90 and 110 miles per hour during the pursuit.