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Public health officials concerned about possible outbreak of West Nile virus

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By Greg Micek
| KALW-FM (San Francisco, CA) Verified
Eighteen dead birds have tested positive for West Nile virus in Sacramento County this year. Statewide, 49 dead birds have tested positive so far. The average for this point in the season is 22. West Nile virus circulates among wild birds and is spread to humans by mosquito bites. People who get the virus, they can't transmit it to others. Sacramento County Health Officer Doctor Phuong Luu says most infections are mild, but the risks grow for older adults and those with chronic conditions.
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Yolo County disputes grand jury report on deadly Esparto fireworks explosion

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By Greg Micek
| KXJZ-FM (Sacramento, CA) Verified
Yolo County is disputing a civil grand jury report that found county officials knew about an illegal fireworks operation near Esparto years, and did nothing to stop it before a 2025 explosion killed seven workers. In a 20-page response adopted this week, the county Board of Supervisors said the report blamed staff and elected officials based on speculation and an incomplete record, while agreeing to take up many of its practical recommendations.
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Judge denies bail for Esparto fireworks defendant charged with murder, weighs unsealing grand jury records

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By Sarit Laschinsky Verified, Greg Micek
| KXJZ-FM (Sacramento, CA) Verified
A Yolo County judge on Thursday denied bail for one of the men charged with murder in last year's deadly Esparto fireworks explosion, and signaled he may soon unseal grand jury records in the case. Judge Daniel Maguire ruled that Douglas Tollefsen will continue to be held without bail.
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