Complications from the H1N1 virus caused the death of a 6-year-old Vacaville girl last month, Solano coroner's officials announced Monday.Alexis Clara, 6, reportedly fell ill with flu-like symptoms on Oct. 15 and was admitted to VacaValley Hospital on Oct. Full Story »
For seekers of the H1N1 flu vaccine, a free community clinic in Dixon will distribute shots and the nasal flu mist vaccines today while supplies last. Solano County Public Heath is hosting the clinic, and recommends high priority groups as indicated by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention to receive the shot. Full Story »
Cities are taking time out Wednesday to celebrate Veterans Day with many events.The day begins at 9 a.m. in Vacaville's Andrews Park by honoring those that have served in America's armed forces.Presentation of the colors by the Brotherhood of Vietnam Veterans, the Pledge of Allegiance, comments and a wreath-laying will all be conducted at the Veterans Memorial. Full Story »
Solano County brass say they were left scratching their heads after studying the latest proposal of cost-cutting moves submitted by the Service Employee International Union last week."What's new, is they are offering less than they did in the past," said Steve Pierce, Solano's public information officer. Full Story »
For the second time this decade, Solano County is looking to create a seven-city emergency communication network to help get all public safety agencies in tune with one another.Today's meeting of the Solano County Board of Supervisors will feature a report on creating a county-wide system and staff is recommending the county sign its end of a Joint Powers Agreement (JPA) to create the Solano Full Story »
Sentencing has been postponed for a Vacaville woman found guilty of impersonating a nurse at a Vacaville hospital more than two years ago.Defendant Stacy Lewis-McKinney, 45, was scheduled for sentencing Monday in the Fairfield courtroom of Superior Court Judge Donna Stashyn, but her attorney and the county Probation Department requested additional time to evaluate the case as well as a similar Full Story »
Local House of Representative members continued to tout their historic health care reform bill vote even as it was declared "dead on arrival" by some in the U.S. Senate Monday.The House passed the sweeping health care legislation late Saturday on a narrow 220-215 vote. Full Story »
A Vacaville couple facing child endangerment and weapons charges after the accidental shooting death of their 2-year-old daughter have pleaded not guilty to all charges in Solano County Superior Court.Free on bail, Michael and Daniela Shanahan of Vacaville entered their pleas Monday before Superior Court Judge Donna Stashyn. Full Story »
An eighth suspect in the 2008 torture-murder of a Vallejo man was arraigned briefly Monday in Solano County Superior Court.Recently returned to Solano County from California Youth Authority custody, 19-year-old Tony Damien Diaz was arraigned on murder and torture charges in the Fairfield courtroom of Solano County Superior Court Commissioner Barbara James. Full Story »
FRIANT -- Framed by a shrinking mountain reservoir, Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger signed a far-reaching water bond Monday intended to rebuild California's crumbling water system and fund new dams to save up the precious resource for dry years.Yet at a time when several Western states are preparing to tear down dams rather than build new ones, the governor acknowledged he will face hurdles in Full Story »
TEHRAN, Iran -- Iran accused three detained Americans of spying Monday, signaling Tehran intends to put them on trial. It drew a sharp U.S. response that the charges are baseless because the hikers strayed across the border from Iraq.The announcement comes as Washington and Tehran are deadlocked in negotiations over Iran's nuclear program, raising concern that the three could be used as Full Story »
WASHINGTON -- The Army psychiatrist accused of the Fort Hood massacre apparently acted alone and without outside direction, investigative officials said Monday evening, even as the FBI launched an internal review of how it handled information gathered about the doctor nearly a year before the shooting. Full Story »
British scientists begin a new study today to consider how human DNA is used in animal experiments and to determine what the boundaries of such controversial science might be.Though experts have been swapping human and animal DNA for years -- like replacing animal genes with human genes or growing human organs in animals -- scientists at the Academy of Medical Sciences want to make sure the Full Story »
MONTERREY, Mexico (AP) -- When soldiers tried to halt a suspicious-looking sport-utility vehicle that was being escorted through Monterrey by a state policeman, the officer radioed for backup. In minutes, police from 40 patrol cars surrounded the troops, drawing their guns and sending the soldiers diving for cover in an hour-long standoff. Full Story »
Finding creative ways for alternative transportation, Vacaville is moving forward on plans for an intermodal station while it also considers a unique taxi service for seniors.The City Council on Tuesday will decide on awarding a construction contract for the company that will build the station at the corner of Allison and Ulatis drives. Full Story »
At times, she said, it seems like they're invisible.Reports about Native American students' test scores, good or bad, typically include no mention of their performance, said Melissa Mendoza, parent advisory chairperson for the Vallejo school district's Native American Studies Program. Full Story »
An operation in Vacaville during the weekend aimed at combating underage drinking resulted in three teen arrests.From 8 p.m. Saturday to 1 a.m. Sunday, officers responded to reports of disruptive juvenile parties and also patrolled parks, schools, and other areas where youths might have been congregating. Full Story »
A Paradise man contacted in Vacaville on Saturday regarding a vandalism was later arrested in connection with drugs -- namely, the one pound of marijuana hidden in the bucket he was sitting on, police said.Shortly after 8 p.m., detectives spoke with Robert Michael Lake, 47, seated on a 4-gallon bucket outside a business in the 1000 block of East Monte Vista Avenue. Full Story »
A chance encounter with a man on a bicycle early Sunday in Vacaville led to the discovery of a bunch of area auto burglaries, police said.Around 4:15 a.m., officers patrolling Orange Drive encountered the bicyclist, whose bicycle was missing a forward-facing light. Full Story »
To extend its accessibility, Dixon is looking at using the Internet to reach a broader base of residents.The City Council has expressed interest in providing open and transparent government and making it easier for Dixon residents to access information, according to a staff report. Full Story »
When she was growing up, Lisa Wolfe sometimes thought Benicia felt too small."We laugh about it now ... when you're a kid, everybody knows all your business. Now that's why we like it," Wolfe said about settling down in her hometown to raise a family. Full Story »
WASHINGTON -- The glow from a health care triumph faded quickly for President Barack Obama on Sunday as Democrats realized the bill they fought so hard to pass in the House has nowhere to go in the Senate.Speaking from the Rose Garden about 14 hours after the late Saturday vote, Obama urged senators to be like runners on a relay team and "take the baton and bring this effort to the finish line on Full Story »
FORT HOOD, Texas -- An Army chaplain asked mourners Sunday to pray for the accused Fort Hood shooter, calling on them to focus less on why the tragedy happened and more on helping each other through "the valley of the shadow of darkness.""Lord, all those around us search for motive, search for meaning, search for something, someone to blame. Full Story »
The chairman of the House Education and Labor Committee wants an investigation into the risk of deadly E. coli getting into school lunches.Rep. George Miller, D-Solano, is worried about a recent outbreak that killed at least two people and sickened about two dozen others in 11 states. Full Story »
NEW YORK (AP) -- Based on the rhetoric, America's war on drugs seems poised to shift into a more enlightened phase where treatment of addicts gains favor over imprisonment of low-level offenders. Questions abound, however, about the nation's readiness to turn the talk into reality. Full Story »
A morning moonset peeks through the autumn foliage near Bradfordton, Ill. AP Photo/Seth Perlman
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