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Bill to enforce mandatory vaccination policy
City NewsOctober 5, 2015
Senate Bill 277 will alter the health of public, private institutions by requiring vaccinations for all students. On June 30, Governor Jerry Brown approved Senate Bill (SB) 277, which will require children to be vaccinated for all 10 of the most commonly found diseases prior to […]

“If you like to eat, thank a bee!”
FeaturesOctober 5, 2015
Local programs inform the public about honeybee populations Bees are one of the most important insects in communities all over the world; they are essential to plant growth, food production and ecosystems. Although this is mostly common knowledge, many people are still unaware that these fuzzy little yellow creatures are on the decline. On Oct. […]

Football to clash with the Grizzlies
Front page storyOctober 2, 2015
In search of their first win, UC Davis prepares to confront Montana in home game The Aggies remain in pursuit of their first win of the season as they prepare to face the Montana Grizzlies, a team that has trumped UC Davis at each of their six total encounters, without exception. Their second home game […]

Davis community considers expanding electric vehicle parking
City NewsOctober 1, 2015
UC Davis researchers, CoolDavis explain plans for accommodating both public, private charging stations in Downtown Davis. Davis community members gathered at River City Bank on Sept. 23 to discuss the possibility of increasing electric vehicle (EV) parking in Downtown Davis for both private and public […]

Two wheels are better than four
FeaturesSeptember 29, 2015
Davis community kicks off Car-Free Month with bike and bus events As the bike capital of America for over fifty years, Davis is no stranger to alternate modes of transportation. Davis was the first city in the U.S. to create ubiquitous bike lanes for individuals who prefer to travel on two wheels instead of four. […]

Looking for fun new things to do around town?
City NewsSeptember 28, 2015
The California Aggie has got you covered with the Davis week night event calendar Upon first glance, Davis may seem like your typical small town without much going on throughout the week. However, the Davis community contains many hidden treasures and there is never a dull moment. The city offers something for everyone with numerous […]

UC Davis Veterinary Teaching School nurses animals injured in Valley, Butte fires
Campus NewsSeptember 28, 2015
40 cats, four horses, two pigs among animals in the hospital’s care The Valley and Butte fires that began in early September have caused significant damage to many homes and structures, while also putting thousands of animals in danger. According to the Calfire website, 1,910 structures have been destroyed and 3,043 residential structures are being […]

Aggies wrap up the Aggie Roundup
Front page storySeptember 28, 2015
UC Davis splits the four weekend games Ten teams converged at the Schaal Aquatics Center for the three-day Aggie Roundup men’s water polo tournament this past weekend. Fresh off a win against Cal Baptist, the men’s water polo team headed into the Roundup with its first game of the tournament on Saturday, Sept. 26 against […]

How to survive Davis in the fall
FeaturesSeptember 27, 2015
The top eight necessities for your fall quarter New students have moved in, class is back in session and it’s time for another year to get underway here at UC Davis. Though we may have our backpacks and books, there are still a few things that students can’t live without, in addition to our precious […]

News in Brief: Firehouse Subs responds to local wildfires
City NewsSeptember 27, 2015
Downtown Davis restaurant hosts fundraisers to help families in need On Sept. 23, Firehouse Subs, located at 212 F St., took part in a fundraiser in which 25% of sales were donated to the Amador Community Foundation to support families affected by the recent California wildfires. Other Firehouse locations in the Sacramento region also […]

Animal rights activist group protests UC Davis Primates Center
Campus NewsSeptember 27, 2015
Center under fire for alleged neglect, maltreatment of monkeys On Sept. 16, local activist group Free Davis Primates held its first protest of the year at the UC Davis California National Primate Research Center (CNPRC). The CNPRC, which allows researchers to experiment on non-human primates, has long been a source of controversy, with animal rights […]

Police Brief: Man killed in Downtown Davis bar fight, suspects arrested
City NewsSeptember 25, 2015
Two of three suspects arrested by City of Davis police Early on Sept. 19, around 1:30 A.M, a fight broke out at KetMoRee Thai Restaurant and Bar, located at 238 G St. in Downtown Davis. The fight resulted in the stabbing of a 23-year-old male victim who was pronounced dead after being brought to the […]
