Local Politics
Election officials in multiple California counties reviewed federal lists of alleged noncitizen voters and found them inaccurate, illegible, or incomplete. Butte County Clerk-Recorder Keaton Denlay said 32 of 47 names on the list were not on active voter rolls, while San Benito County Registrar Francisco Diaz reported some listed individuals weren't registered to vote. Orange County received a letter naming 1,754 alleged noncitizens but was initially addressed to the wrong office. A federal judge appeared skeptical of the administration's legal arguments in court Tuesday, and state officials have refused to segregate ballots based on the lists.
Housing & Development · Gridley, CA
At its Oct. 19 meeting, the Gridley City Council discussed potentially purchasing two deteriorating properties on Virginia Street—110 Virginia St., a former grain dryer in receivership since late 2024, and 390 Virginia St., a brick warehouse that entered receivership in 2026. City Attorney Landon Little confirmed acquisition is legally possible but cautioned about taxpayer liability for cleanup costs and environmental contamination. Councilmember Catalina Sanchez suggested exploring state grants through the Department of Toxic Substances Control and raised the possibility of future parks, recreation or commercial uses. The council took no formal action; further consideration requires examination of funding, environmental liabilities and community priorities.
Community brief · Gridley, CA
Sacred Heart Catholic Parish and the Knights of Columbus St. Mary's Council No. 12527 will hold their annual Harvest Festival on Saturday, Nov. 7, from 5:30 to 8 p.m. at the Gridley Moose Lodge, 1533 Highway 99. The fundraiser aims to raise at least $5,000 for electrical, plumbing, and window repairs to the parish rectory, which has not seen significant updates since the 1940s. Activities include a prime rib dinner prepared by Javier Solis,…
