Ryan Geller

Ryan Geller

198 posts

Ryan Geller writes about transitions in food, health, housing, environment, and agriculture.

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  Nov 11, 2025

Solano County Sheriff halts nonprofit clean-up of U.S. Army Reserve property in Vallejo

The former U.S. Army Reserve site has drawn attention for accumulating trash in recent months....

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  Nov 04, 2025

Lawsuit brought by fired Vallejo housing manager settled for $130K

Judy Shepard-Hall sued the city in March 2023, claiming the city fired her in retaliation for her complaints about discrimination and harassment....

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  Oct 29, 2025

Los residentes del condado de Solano se preparan para la pérdida de la asistencia alimentaria durante el cierre del gobierno

As the federal government shutdown drags on in a fight over social safety net benefits, local residents on food assistance programs could lose support as soon as November....

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  Oct 28, 2025

Solano County residents brace for loss of food assistance during government shutdown

As the federal government shutdown drags on in a fight over social safety net benefits, local residents on food assistance programs could lose support as soon as November....

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  Jun 24, 2025

Can shipbuilding return to Vallejo?

Mare Island could be poised to receive federal funding for renewed shipbuilding and repair activity while billionaire-backed California Forever seeks to build a new shipyard nearby....

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  Jun 18, 2025

Vallejo City Council approves sheriff’s support contract despite deputy union concerns

The Solano County Deputy Sheriff’s Association sent a letter saying they opposed the contract....

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  Jun 06, 2025

US Marshals arrest Vallejo homeless encampment shooting suspect on Treasure Island

Residents of the encampment said the suspect, identified as Eddie Charles Sample, had threatened people there with a shotgun before the shooting....

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  May 27, 2025

Plan to relieve traffic congestion between Vallejo and Marin raises environmental concerns

A proposed law would help widen state Highway 37, but critics say it would harm protected species and that rising sea levels call for a more permanent solution....

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  May 21, 2025

Vallejo City Council passes on applying for state housing funds in shadow of ‘failed projects’

The city received proposals from three development groups interested in appying for Project Homekey funds....

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  May 07, 2025

Solano supes advance sheriff’s support for Vallejo

Vallejo council members expressed urgent need to support the beleaguered Vallejo Police Department....

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  May 05, 2025

Residents shelter in place during fire at Valero Benicia refinery

The fire comes as the refinery is slated to close next year....

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  May 05, 2025

Vallejo city officials monitor Ryder Street encampment clearing

The encampment had approximately 40 residents and consisted of 15 RVs and trailers....

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