The City of Davis released a report summarizing the activities and community feedback from the Community Artists Research Engagement (CARE) initiative, which was supported by a $300,000 grant and included over 20 creative activities aimed at promoting joy and inclusion.
Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg, in a New York Daily News op-ed, emphasized the need for public discussion on the full spectrum of rape and sexual assault, highlighting the importance of understanding that rape is rape regardless of the circumstances.
We Prosper Together has invested $4 million in 11 initiatives across California’s Capital Region, including UC Davis and Yolo County’s Children’s Alliance, to advance economic resilience and create a thriving local biotechnology workforce.
Veterinary technicians at the UC Davis Veterinary Medicine Teaching Hospital are demanding immediate action to address a critical staffing crisis that endangers animal patients and drives away experienced professionals, calling for enforceable staffing ratios, higher wages, and stronger retention strategies.
UC Davis has offered undergraduate admission to 55,739 students for fall 2025, including a record-breaking 45,963 first-year applicants, a 10.4% increase over last year.
The housing crisis in California is causing large numbers of people to be priced out of the communities where they work, resulting in systemic failures such as increased traffic congestion, greenhouse gas emissions, and regional strain on both infrastructure and affordability.
The City of Davis is seeking public feedback to renew its Platinum-Level Bicycle Friendly Community designation from the League of American Bicyclists, and has expanded its bicycle infrastructure and education programs since 2020.
A judge denied a defense motion to dismiss felony charges against three UC Davis students involved in a pro-Palestinian protest that included the spray-painting of an Egghead sculpture, despite the defense arguing that the incident was political expression, not a serious criminal offense, and that continued prosecution undermined the values of justice, free speech, and community-based resolution.
The Yolo Transportation District is offering Yolobus Express Routes to help reduce traffic and parking demand for state employees commuting from Davis and surrounding communities to downtown Sacramento, providing environmentally friendly alternatives and convenient travel options.
The Sacramento Area Council of Governments has released a draft plan for the 2025 Blueprint, which aims to accommodate 580,000 new residents, 278,000 new homes, and 263,000 jobs by 2050, while promoting equity, transportation efficiency, and climate resilience, and is open for public comment until August 8.
An individual accused of misdemeanors was granted release on recognizance due to concerns over their deteriorating health and risk of eviction, and was ordered to resume prescribed medication and enroll in a UCSF behavioral health program.
The City of Davis is facing a $2 million ladder truck purchase and staffing costs that are contributing to its ongoing budget crisis, with the city’s General Fund set to shrink to unsustainable levels.
Carlos Reales Dominguez testified in court about his childhood, academic background, and the onset of schizophrenia symptoms, including visions of “shapeshifting shadow figures” that incited paranoia and fear, as he faces charges of two counts of murder and multiple counts of unlawful use of a deadly weapon.
Carlos Reales Dominguez’s murder trial continued with testimony from a forensic evaluator and a victim’s acquaintance, with the defense presenting evidence that Dominguez had schizophrenia and the prosecution questioning the credibility of the defense’s expert witness.
Carlos Reales Dominguez is on trial for two felony counts of murder, one count of attempted murder, and multiple special allegations, and a former UC Davis instructor testified that Dominguez’s behavior in class was “concerning”, while a Davis police detective admitted that some items of evidence had not been sent for forensic analysis.
Dominguez’s former girlfriend testified about his deteriorating mental health and unusual behavior, while the prosecution called a witness who reviewed surveillance footage of Dominguez and a university witness who discussed his academic disqualification.
Carlos Reales Dominguez faces two felony counts of murder, one felony count of attempted murder, and multiple enhancements, with the trial continuing with testimony from a former college friend, a coworker, and a fraternity brother who described Dominguez’s deteriorating mental health and behavioral changes leading up to the alleged stabbing spree.
Carlos Dominguez’s father testified in court that his son experienced significant changes in behavior and hygiene starting in 2021, which he suspected were due to stress and possibly drug use, and that he did not do anything beyond talking to him to get help.
Carlos Reales Dominguez’s trial continued with his father, sister, and ex-girlfriend testifying about his behavior changes, including his withdrawal from social activities, weight loss, and emotional distance, leading to the alleged stabbings in April 2023.
Dr. Noor Nazir, a pregnant postdoctoral researcher at UC Davis, faces a difficult decision between risking a medically dangerous international flight or remaining in the US without support due to her unexpected termination and the university’s refusal to grant her a temporary visa extension or visiting scholar position.