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After months of dealing with backlogged requests for septic system inspections and permits, it seemed like the Moore County Environmental Health Department was finally making progress on its caseload —

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The sight of unsheltered individuals in Sacramento County is a common sight for anyone who lives in the area, and the latest census confirms there are even more people on the street.

Timely reports from Sacramento News & Review writers on breaking news and big issues.

The Carolina Hurricanes look to get back in the win column Sunday afternoon as they put their 2-1 series lead on the line against the Boston Bruins.

“We will use this input to drive the action that will follow so that together we become the school district our community expects."

Among Filipinos, the rosy view of the Marcos era is tied to a deep and growing disillusionment with post-Marcos reform efforts, which remain incomplete over three decades later.

More than 700 volunteers canvassed the greater Sacramento area, looking for people experiencing homelessness. The Point-in-Time (PIT) Count is usually done every two years. With homelessness continuing to be a major issue in Sacramento, local leaders and nonprofit organizations said the canvassing efforts this time around are crucial.

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