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Members of the Davis community call for independent Department of Public Safety in letter with over 700 signatures During the April 6, 2021 Davis City Council meeting, the city council members voted unanimously to move homeless services out of the Davis Police Department (DPD). All of the city council members also said that there are […]

The city’s virtual event includes performances from local youth and messages from community voices On March 31, the City of Davis shared a video in celebration of Cesar Chavez Day. The video features a mix of musical performances and spoken messages. It will be available to view on the city’s YouTube channel until the end […]

COVID-19 pandemic negatively impacts victims of domestic violence and sexual assault, according to experts Disclaimer: This article discusses content that may be sensitive to some readers, including domestic violence and sexual assault.  Empower Yolo hosted a virtual walk and run fundraising event from April 3-11. The proceeds benefited the organization, which focuses on supporting survivors […]

Yolo County official explains that the pause on Johnson & Johnson vaccines has not severely impacted the vaccine schedule In a press release published on March 31, Yolo County announced that those aged 50 and older became eligible for the COVID-19 vaccine starting on April 1 and those 16 and over starting on April 15.  […]

Officials explain that the pause is a minor setback as individuals are given Pfizer or Moderna instead Prior to April 13, when Yolo County reported that it was pausing the distribution of Johnson & Johnson (J&J) vaccines, it had been directing the J&J vaccines toward populations of individuals who are not currently housed in the […]

Stop moving furniture—I’m trying to sleep! March 26 “In parking structure, 10-11 cars up there possibly partying, loud music, nothing seen.” “Noise complaint. Sounds like they are moving furniture.” March 27 “Several subjects in hot tub, talking loudly and playing music.” March 28“Complaint of live band in backyard.” March 31 “Male with stop sign standing […]

Nonprofit leaders explain that arts and culture nonprofits are in need of support during the pandemic YoloArts awarded a total of $12,630 on March 17 to five different Yolo County arts organizations: Mariachi Puente, Bike City Theatre Company, United in Unity, Yolo Community Band and Winters Participation Gallery for the Arts.   Executive director of YoloArts […]

Yolo County supervisor states that 30% of the county has received at least one dose On April 2 and 3, Yolo County held public vaccine clinics in Woodland and Davis. The schedule for future pop-up clinics will likely be unpredictable and come out with short notice, according to Yolo County District Supervisor Gary Sandy.   “We […]

DJUSD campuses are now open to students, but families can choose to continue distance learning Starting April 12, the Davis Joint Unified School District (DJUSD) moved to Phase 4 of their plan to return to campus and started holding in-person classes five days a week, according to a message from Dr. John A. Bowes, DJUSD […]

Community faces an increase in overall need due to pandemic-related hardships Just over a year into the COVID-19 pandemic, nonprofit organizations such as Yolo Food Bank, Yolo County Children’s Alliance and Progress Ranch have experienced significant changes, including an overall increase in need.  Yolo Food Bank’s official website states that it serves to “coordinate the […]

Organizations across Yolo County address seasonal increases in fires and continue to address fire prevention On March 24, the Yolo County Fire Safe Council had its second meeting, during which council members discussed fire preparedness and prevention with other community leaders.  The Fire Safe Council was formed under the Yolo County Resource Conservation District to […]

Graphs show trends in COVID-19 spread in Davis as experts explain how the data is analyzed Healthy Davis Together has been collecting data from municipal wastewater autosamplers to assess the extent of the COVID-19 outbreak in Davis since Sept. 2020, and recently compiled and analyzed the wastewater data on its website.   As of March 31, […]