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Grass Valley attacks: We've had a series of brutal youth violence incidents in Grass Valley, including some hate crimes. Nice article about the response
https://www.capradio.org/articles/2025/12/18/attacks-in-grass-valley-give-way-to-community-response/ #nevadacounty #grassvalley #california #hatecrime #violenceAI DA followup: My county prosecutor got caught filing AI slop with the court. Here's the milquetoast response about how they pinkie-swear to do better
https://yubanet.com/regional/nevada-county-district-attorney-jesse-wilson-statement-on-ai-use-in-legal-filing/ #nevadacounty #civilrights #grassvalley #scandal
Nevada County District Attorney Jesse Wilson statement on AI use in legal filing
The Nevada County District Attorney’s Office acknowledges that, in a recent matter, a prosecutor utilized artificial intelligence in preparing a filing, which resulted in inaccurate legal citations. Once discovered, the filing was immediately withdrawn. It is important to note that the filing was withdrawn prior to ligation on the legal issue. The issue was immediately […]
Nevada County’s New Down Payment Assistance Program — What Local Families Need to Know
Housing in Nevada County has always been a mix of magic and madness — the kind of place where you can smell the pine trees from your kitchen window, but also wonder how anyone is supposed to afford…
Prosecutor Used Flawed A.I. to Keep a Man in Jail, His Lawyers Say
The case is among the first in which a prosecutor is accused of filing court papers marred by A.I.-generated mistakes.
North Star House history: Local landmark has some very interesting connections to early 20th century women's history, including some early Lesbian novels
https://yubanet.com/regional/north-star-house-a-new-national-history/ #northstarhouse #nevadacounty #grassvalley #juliamorgan #history #women #+
North Star House: A New National History
New research has unearthed untold stories of historic significance of Nevada County’s North Star House and the national contributions made by two remarkable women, architect Julia Morgan and author Mary Hallock Foote. In June, the National Register of Historic Places of the United States Department of the Interior honored North Star House as a place […]
Storm Prep in Nevada County: Free Sandbag Locations & How to Get Ready Before the Rain Rolls In
When the clouds start stacking over the ridge and the smell of cold pine hits the air, Nevada County folks know what time it is — storm season. Whether you’re tucked into downtown Nevada City…
Free Bus Rides for Nevada County Youth: What Families Need to Know
Sometimes good news really does show up right on schedule — or in this case, on the bus schedule. Starting November 1, all youth ages 6–17 in Nevada County can ride public transit for free. No pass…
Nevada County’s Creative Comeback: Film Grants, Art Funding, and a Flourishing Local Scene
Nevada County has always had a flair for the arts — from live music echoing through downtown Nevada City to murals, makers, and film festivals that punch far above our population size. But now, tha…
The Ultimate Halloween Night Prep List for Smooth Trick-or-Treating
The crisp October air is starting to whisper, pumpkins are grinning, and our family of five is warming up for one of the best nights of the year: trick-or-treating. But behind the fun—every candy h…
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