Politics & Government
Councilmember Vang, Congress Member Matsui appear at Sacramento's 'No Kings' protest
Although the event was organized independent of the Democratic Party, many elected Democratic official spoke at events across the nation.
Politics & Government
Reports on national, state and local politics with a focus on Elk Grove, California.
Politics & Government
Elk Grove Organizers of 'No Kings' Encourage Continued Engagement in Wake of Well-Attended Protest
In a statement issued this morning, organizers of Elk Grove's "No Kings' protest on Saturday, October 18 expressed satisfaction with the crowd who attended the event. According to Indivisible Elk Grove-Laguna, which is self-described as a "a progressive, grassroots advocacy group," over 2,500
Politics & Government
'No Kings' Elk Grove Protest Draws Large, Spirited Group
Many participants wore yellow garments in a sign of solidarity against the Trump administration.
Politics & Government
Unfettered and Unaccountable: How Trump is Building a Violent, Shadowy Federal Police Force
ICE has become an unfettered and unaccountable national police force.
Politics & Government
Rep. Matsui on Shutdown - 'We're Here to Do Our Work'
Rep. Matsui is undoubtedly aware of what happened to Democrat Joe Crowley and Republican Eric Cantor.
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'Heartbreaking' Report Delivered to Sacramento Transportation Authority
Sacramento City Councilmember Eric Gurrera reported on initial polling.
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'No Kings' Protest This Saturday With Elk Grove Mayor Bobbie Singh Allen's Support
The protest will start at 10 am.
Politics & Government
Newsom signs Asm. Nguyen's AB 1223, expanding STA's ability to seek sales tax hikes
Since 2016, the STA has made two efforts to raise sales taxes countywide for funding several transportation projects.
Politics & Government
Sen. Schiff on Trumpocracy - If We Continue at This Pace, in 4 Years, 'We Will Not Have a Democracy'
In his 12-minute speech, Schiff, a former United States prosecutor, laid out his arguments in a logical manner as if he were speaking to a jury.
Politics & Government
Sacramento-Area Congress Members Bera, Matsui Push Bipartisan Deal to End Shutdown, Protect ACA Subsidies
Rep. Matsui is directly soliciting feedback from her constituents regarding a path forward.
Elections
Will Elk Grove join other cities, counties in taking a position on Prop. 50?
In less than one month, California voters will have finished submitting their ballots for counting on Proposition 50. If approved, it would enable the creation of a new congressional district that could help the Democratic Party gain five new seats in the next Congress.
Politics & Government
Elk Grove Planning Commission Regular Meeting Agenda, October 16, 2025
This document outlines the agenda and details for the City of Elk Grove Planning Commission Regular Meeting on Thursday, October 16, 2025. Planning Commission Regular Meeting: October 16, 2025 Date: Thursday, October 16, 2025 Time: 6:00 PM Location: Elk Grove City Council Chambers, 8400 Laguna Palms Way, Elk Grove,