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DA Clears Officers in Olivehurst Shooting

Oct 07, 2025 04:21PM ● By MPG Staff

The Yuba County District Attorney has released the findings of its investigation into the March 26 officer-involved shooting that claimed the lives of Marysville Police Officer Osmar Rodarte and Olivehurst resident Rick David Oliver.

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City of Live Oak to Cancel Public Safety Contracts with Sutter County

Oct 07, 2025 04:16PM ● By Sutter County, Sutter County Sheriff's Office and Sutter County Fire Department Joint News Release

The City of Live Oak City Council took action on Wednesday, Oct. 1 to discontinue its public safety service contracts with both the Sutter County Fire Department and the Sutter County Sheriff's Office.

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DUI Checkpoint

Sep 03, 2025 12:27PM ● By Sutter County Sheriff’s Department News Release

On Sept. 5, the Sutter County Sheriff’s Office will conduct a driving under the influence (DUI) checkpoint from 8 p.m. to 2 a.m. at an undisclosed location in the City of Yuba City.

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Blue Envelope Program

Aug 20, 2025 10:40AM ● By Sutter County Sheriff’s Office News Release

The Sutter County Sheriff's Office is proud to announce the official launch of the Blue Envelope Program.

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Vance Nabeta, recently appointed as Marysville’s chief of police

Marysville Names Vance Nabeta Chief of Police

Aug 20, 2025 10:13AM ● By City of Marysville News Release

The City of Marysville announced the promotion of Interim Chief of Police Vance Nabeta to the position of chief of police.

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Firefighters look on as they approach a fire

Yuba College Awarded $300,00 Grant to Expand Fire and Forestry Career Training

Aug 13, 2025 10:37AM ● By Chrystal Gillming, Yuba College News Release

Yuba College has been awarded a $300,000 Fire and Forestry Pathway Grant to strengthen the region’s workforce in wildland fire response and forest management.

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A fire broke out in the foothills east of Marysville

Ponderosa Fire Burns Near Marysville

Aug 12, 2025 03:43PM ● By Seti Long

A fire broke out in the foothills east of Marysville the afternoon of Aug. 10, causing Yuba County Office of Emergency Services (OES) and the Yuba County Sheriff's Office to call for evacuations.

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A K-9 Winning Design

Aug 12, 2025 03:41PM ● By Shamaya Sutton, photos by Shamaya Sutton

The Sutter County Sheriff’s K-9 Unit revealed its new logo during the county’s National Night Out celebration on Aug. 5, and the design came from the imagination of a local middle schooler.

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New Yuba-Sutter Veteran Services Officer Joel Ceja (left) stands with Yuba County Board of Supervisors

Meet the New Veteran Services Officer

Jul 29, 2025 04:00PM ● By Yuba County Health and Human Services News Release

On Monday, June 30, the Yuba-Sutter Veteran Services Office, located at Yuba County Health and Human Services, invited the veteran community to meet the staff, tour the office and enjoy lunch.

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A Yuba City Police Department officer got to know some young residents

National Night Out Events Set for Aug. 5

Jul 29, 2025 03:10PM ● By Shamaya Sutton

Local law enforcement agencies across the Yuba-Sutter region are gearing up to host National Night Out on Tuesday, Aug. 5, with a variety of free, family-friendly events aimed at strengthening ties between neighbors and public safety personnel.

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Marysville Teen Identified in Feather River Drowning

Jul 22, 2025 01:19PM ● By Yuba County Sheriff’s Office News Release

The Yuba County Sheriff’s Office has identified the teenager who drowned in the Feather River on July 4, as 16-year-old Nathan Drake of Marysville.

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A California Highway Patrol air operations officer and a Nevada County Sheriff's deputy prepare for an aerial recovery mission

Human Remains Located in South Yuba River

Jul 22, 2025 01:11PM ● By Nevada County Sheriff’s Office News Release

On the morning of July 8, a Nevada County Sheriff’s Search and Rescue (NCSSAR) volunteer conducting aerial drone searches for a missing woman discovered human remains along a rocky shore adjacent to the water’s edge of the Yuba River at approximately 10:58 a.m.

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Live Oak Vice-Mayor Arrested for Arson and Insurance Fraud

Jul 15, 2025 08:27AM ● By Shamaya Sutton

A Live Oak City Councilmember is facing multiple felony charges following his arrest on June 19 in connection to an alleged arson and insurance fraud scheme in Butte County.

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Shown is the Bidwell Mansion today. The beloved mansion was severely damaged in an arson fire on Dec. 11, 2024.

California State Parks Begins Debris Cleanup at Bidwell Mansion

Jul 09, 2025 04:39PM ● By California State Parks, Office of Historic Preservation, News Release

California State Parks is beginning the cleanup phase at Bidwell Mansion State Historic Park.

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Josh Hubbard is pictured in uniform after being appointed as Yuba City’s new Fire Chief

City of Yuba City Appoints Josh Hubbard as New Fire Chief

Jul 02, 2025 08:30AM ● By City of Yuba City News Release

The City of Yuba City is pleased to announce the appointment of Josh Hubbard as the new Fire Chief of the Yuba City Fire Department.

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Jim Runyen, new Police Chief smiles outside a patrol vehicle in uniform.

City Appoints Jim Runyen as New Chief of Police

Jul 02, 2025 08:28AM ● By City of Yuba City News Release

The City of Yuba City is proud to announce the appointment of Jim Runyen as the next Chief of Police for the Yuba City Police Department.

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City of Live Oak Reaffirms Commitment to Progress and Public Service Amid Ongoing Developments

Jun 20, 2025 04:52PM ● By City of Live Oak News Release

The City of Live Oak is aware of the recent arrest of Councilmember Aaron Pamma. At this time, the city is monitoring the situation and will continue to assess any developments as more information becomes available.

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Sutter County Sheriff Brandon Barnes was officially sworn in as the president of the California State Sheriffs’ Association on June 10 at the 131st Annual Conference Installation Banquet in Lake Tahoe

Sheriff Barnes Takes on New Role

Jun 19, 2025 09:16AM ● By Sutter County Sheriff’s Office News Release

Sutter County Sheriff Brandon Barnes was officially sworn in as the California State Sheriffs’ Association president for the 2025-2026 term on June 10 during the 131st annual Conference Installation Banquet in Lake Tahoe.

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K-9 Officer Bailey represents the Sutter County K-9 Association and the Sutter County Sheriff’s Office at the 2025 K-9 Duke Memorial Trial on May 31

A Trophy for Officer Brooks and Bailey

Jun 11, 2025 10:11AM ● By Sutter County Sheriff’s Office News Release

Correctional Officer Ethan Brooks and K-9 Bailey proudly represented the Sutter County K-9 Association and the Sutter County Sheriff’s Office at the 2025 K-9 Duke Memorial Trial, hosted by the San Joaquin County Sheriff’s Office in Linden on May 31.

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Respected Yuba City Fire Chief Bids Farewell

Jun 11, 2025 09:37AM ● By City of Yuba City News Release

After five years of dedicated service to the Yuba City Fire Department, Fire Chief Jesse Alexander has announced his resignation, effective July 4.

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Council Approves Paving Project Contracts

May 21, 2025 10:06AM ● By Shaunna Boyd

The Marysville City Council recognized National Volunteer Appreciation Week with a proclamation honoring the dedicated volunteers who support the police department at the April 15 meeting.

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Marysville Police Department Chief Christian Sachs

Police Chief Christian Sachs Announces Retirement

May 07, 2025 11:03AM ● By City of Marysville News Release

The City of Marysville announced May 1 that Police Chief Christian Sachs will retire from the Marysville Police Department, effective May 2025.

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Police Chief Christian Sachs Announces Retirement

May 02, 2025 03:22PM ● By City of Marysville News Release

The City of Marysville announced May 1 that Police Chief Christian Sachs will retire from the Marysville Police Department, effective May 2025.

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Council Holds Moment of Silence for Fallen Officer

Apr 23, 2025 09:10AM ● By By Shaunna Boyd

The Marysville City Council opened its April 1 meeting with a moment of silence for Osmar Rodarte, a 27-year-old Marysville Police officer who lost his life in the line of duty on March 26.

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Marysville Chief of Police on Administrative Leave

Apr 23, 2025 09:08AM ● By City of Marysville News Release

The City of Marysville clarifies that Chief of Police Christian Sachs has been placed on administrative leave, effective April 11.

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Honoring a Hero

Apr 16, 2025 10:28AM ● By Shamaya Sutton

Community Gathers to Honor Officer Rodarte in Ceremony

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Human Remains Located in Vicinity of South Yuba Fork Bridge

Apr 02, 2025 08:39AM ● By Nevada County Sheriff's Office News Release

The remains of an unidentified individual were located by three hikers on the afternoon of March 25, near the South Yuba Fork Bridge in Nevada City.

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Officer Osmar Rodarte Killed During Major Drug Raid

Mar 27, 2025 04:04PM ● By Shamaya Sutton

The Marysville Police Department identified Officer Osmar Rodarte as the officer who was fatally shot the morning of March 26 during a multi-agency drug raid in Olivehurst. The raid was part of a sweeping operation targeting a transnational drug trafficking organization.

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Threat Prompts School Lockdowns in Marysville; Law Enforcement Deems Campuses Safe

Mar 20, 2025 01:08PM ● By Shamaya Sutton

A reported threat at Marysville Charter Academy for the Arts (MCAA) on March 19 led to a swift and extensive response from local law enforcement, prompting lockdowns across multiple school campuses.

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Live Oak Seniors Compete Against First Responders

Mar 19, 2025 11:01AM ● By Shamaya Sutton

Basketball is back at Live Oak High School, and this time, it’s all for a great cause. To raise funds for the senior class's safe and fun graduation celebration, the Live Oak High School Boosters Club will host a Sober Grad Night Basketball Game at 6 p.m. April 4.

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Work Begins on South Paradise Vegetation Management Project

Mar 12, 2025 04:03PM ● By CAL FIRE/Butte County Fire Department News Release

AL FIRE/Butte County Fire Department has officially commenced work on the 8,000-acre South Paradise Vegetation Management Project (VMP) this week, following the receipt of a $1.5-million Community Wildfire Defense Grant (CWDG) from the U.S. Forest Service (USFS).

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Bidwell Manson Arsonist Sentenced to 11 Years State Prison

Mar 06, 2025 10:01AM ● By Butte County District Attorney’s Office News Release

Kevin Carlson, 30, of Chico, was sentenced today to the maximum term of 11 years in state prison for his arson of the Bidwell Manson on Dec. 11, 2024.

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Live Oak Fire Station Gets Mural

Jan 28, 2025 10:38AM ● By Shamaya Sutton

In 2017, the city of Live Oak received its first documented mural by artist Rafael Blanco entitled “Railroading Away.”

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Sutter County Sheriff’s Office Cites Clerk for Selling Alcohol to Minor

Jan 23, 2025 10:14AM ● By Sutter County Sheriff's Office, California Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control News Release

Sutter County Sheriff’s Office along with agents of the California Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control (ABC) have cited one clerk for selling alcohol to a minor on Jan. 2.

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Local Fire Departments Assist in LA Fires

Jan 14, 2025 01:36PM ● By Shamaya Sutton

In wake of what could be the costliest wildfire in U.S. history, local fire departments are banding together to assist their brethren in Los Angeles County.

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