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UC Davis alum and speakers from UC Davis’ Global Learning Hub attended to represent global possibilities for aspiring young women   By MATTHEW MCELDOWNEY — city@theaggie.org   On Jan. 30, the American Association of University Women (AAUW) held a speaker forum in the Mary L. Stephens Library on the advancement of women in leadership positions. […]

The ambitious initiative aims to achieve a carbon-negative footprint in the next five years   By OLIVIA HOKR — city@theaggie.org   On Dec. 3, 2024, the Yolo County Board of Supervisors unanimously adopted the 2030 Climate Action and Adaptation Plan (CAAP). CAAP was built on Yolo County’s previous climate action initiatives, including the 2011 Climate […]

First-ever Seconds Sale to be held at downtown gallery to promote unique works of art, experimental pieces and overstock   By GIA LOOMIS — city@theaggie.org   Since its beginnings in 1976, Pence Gallery has hosted many annual art exhibits, sales and markets. Yet this February, the gallery is expanding its usual events to feature the […]

The first of four UC conferences brought together students and faculty to engage in meaningful dialogue    By MEGAN PUSL — campus@theaggie.org   The UC Davis Human Rights Studies Program hosted a conference on Jan. 30 and 31, inviting students and faculty from across the University of California system to hold conversations about human rights. […]

The meeting focused on the declaration, public comments and economic development   By YUENJO FAN — city@theaggie.org   The Davis City Council met on Feb. 7 and discussed various topics, ranging from economic development to Black History Month. The meeting kicked off with a ceremonial presentation recognizing February as Black History and Black Futures Month. […]

Longtime Davis favorite to move into former Uncle Vito’s space, introduce Roman-style pizza, an espresso bar and outdoor dining   By ALMA CULVERWELL — city@theaggie.org    Village Bakery, a cherished establishment in Davis since 1997, is preparing for a significant transition. Owner Aziz Fattahi has secured a lease for the former Uncle Vito’s Slice of […]

The program will target low- to moderate-income households looking to invest in their first home   By RORY CONLON — city@theaggie.org   On Jan. 21, the Davis City Council approved the framework for a future down payment assistance program targeting first-time homebuyers. Assistant City Manager Kelly Stachowicz delivered a presentation on the draft ordinance that […]

Davis residents and organizations take on the recent presidential inauguration and resulting policy changes    By GIA LOOMIS — city@theaggie.org   On Jan. 20, 2025, Donald Trump was sworn into office, an action marking the beginning of his second non-consecutive term as president. From cold weather pushing the event inside for the first time since […]

The owner of beloved bakery Davis Bread & Desserts passed away in early January   By OLIVIA HOKR — city@theaggie.org   On Jan. 3, Tom Kilbourn, known throughout the city for his delicious pastries and pies, passed away. As the owner of Davis Bread & Desserts, Kilbourn spent 40 years selling his baked goods at […]

Students and families gathered to watch the ribbon-cutting ceremony for the reopening of G Street    By MATTHEW MCELDOWNEY — city@theaggie.org   G Street renovations have been underway since August of last year, and on Jan. 26, the Davis City Council as well as Congressman Mike Thompson officially opened the street as a community space.  […]

Comments on the environmental impact review will be open until Feb. 21    By RORY CONLON — city@theaggie.org   The city of Davis released the Draft Environmental Impact Report (DEIR) for the proposed Village Farms housing development on Jan. 8. The public can submit comments on the DEIR until Feb. 21.  The Village Farms Davis […]

Davis Joint Unified School District reviews worker pay, student performance and enrollment   By YUENJO FAN — city@theaggie.org   The Davis Joint Unified School District (DJUSD) hosted its first board meeting of the year on Thursday, Jan. 16.  The meeting, spanning four hours, discussed tentative agreements between DJUSD and the California School Employees Association (CSEA), […]