Social Events · Yuba City, CA
The 47th annual Yuba City Nagar Kirtan, regarded as the largest Sikh gathering in North America, is underway in Yuba City, California, with more than 100,000 attendees expected over three days. The event features a fireworks show Friday night, a religious flag-raising ceremony Saturday, and the large Sikh parade Sunday. The Sutter County Sheriff's Office said enhanced patrols and maximum staffing levels are in place to ensure safety for residents, visitors, and participants. Organizers and groups including the Sikh Coalition have coordinated with local law enforcement and FBI field offices ahead of the gathering.
Crime · Live Oak, CA
The Sutter County Sheriff's Office is seeking Harseve Thiara (J.R. Thiara), a former Live Oak City Council member, for questioning after video allegedly captured him slashing and removing large political signs along Highway 99 between Ash Street and Bishop Avenue. Sheriff's public information officer Sierra Pedley confirmed deputies are attempting to contact Thiara as part of an investigation into alleged theft and vandalism. Kary Hauck of Sapphire Marketing Group, which printed the signs, filed a citizen's arrest affidavit on Oct. 24 after placing a trail camera in a peach tree the night of Oct. 22 to capture further activity. The two damaged 4-foot-by-8-foot signs reportedly total less than $400, meaning Thiara could face misdemeanor charges if located and charged.
