California lawmakers say they'll change name of César Chavez Day to Farmworkers Day following sexual abuse allegations

California lawmakers say they'll change name of César Chavez Day to Farmworkers Day following sexual abuse allegations

March 19, 2026Updated: March 19, 2026

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SACRAMENTO, Calif. (AP) — California lawmakers say they'll change name of César Chavez Day to Farmworkers Day following sexual abuse allegations.

Regional

Unattended deaths, missing person search in Brown County Sheriff’s weekly report

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State

SAGA fund encourages community applications

Circle L battles ‘the beast’ head-on

Containment grows on Morrill Fire as crews battle interior hotspots amid ongoing fire danger

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Sports

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WNCC drops pair of games to NJC

Williams scores 17 off the bench, Wichita State beats Wyoming 74-70 in NIT

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Ag & Outdoor

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