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NORTH COAST, Calif. — Pacific Gas and Electric Company invites North Coast Region customers to a virtual town hall to learn more about work in their region and discuss tips for safety and energy savings.

On Wednesday, Nov. 1, from 5:30 to 7 p.m., PG&E experts, including Regional Vice President for PG&E’s North Coast Dave Canny, will provide a brief presentation during which participants will have the opportunity to ask questions.

The event can be accessed through the below link, by phone or through PG&E’s website, www.pge.com/webinars.

Counties covered in the town hall are Lake, Humboldt, Marin, Mendocino, Napa, Siskiyou, Sonoma and Trinity.

To participate, use this link. To dial in, call 888-469-1174. The conference ID is 5429064.

In this meeting, PG&E will also provide an update regarding a pair of proposed decisions in the general rate case by the California Public Utilities Commission.

The proposed decisions would drastically reduce PG&E’s undergrounding plans of more than 2,000 miles between now and 2026.

American Sign Language interpretation will be available, along with dial-in numbers for those who aren’t able to join online.

For the full webinar events schedule, additional information on how to join and recordings and presentation materials from past events, visit www.pge.com/webinars.
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Pomo dancers perform at Xabatin Community Park in Lakeport, California, during the park’s grand opening on Thursday, Oct. 26, 2023. Xabatin is a Pomo word meaning “big water.” Photo by Elizabeth Larson/Lake County News.

LAKEPORT, Calif. — Hundreds of people came out on Thursday afternoon to celebrate and enjoy the city of Lakeport’s newest park.

Xabatin (pronounced Ka-bah-ten) Community Park, located on the lakeside at the former Natural High School site, was a longtime dream for the city of Lakeport.

The dream began to move into reality in early 2020, when the city received a $5.9 million State Parks grant that made it possible to purchase the majority of the property from the Lakeport Unified School District, along with a small portion from a family, and to pay for the construction.

Since the park project got underway, it had been called “Lakefront Park,” but that was a placeholder name. At the Lakeport City Council’s Oct. 17 meeting, it voted to approve naming the new facility “Xabatin Community Park,” as a tribute to Lakeport’s Pomo tribal history.

The city also honored the Pomo through inviting tribal members to be a key part of the Thursday ceremony, with a land acknowledgment, a blessing by Big Valley tribal elder Ron Montez and, at the new gazebo, Pomo dancers who twirled in feathers and colorful regalia as part of a traditional dance performance.

Thursday’s grand opening came just a year after the park’s construction officially began.

The ninja gym at Xabatin Community Park in Lakeport, California, during the park’s grand opening on Thursday, Oct. 26, 2023. Photo by Elizabeth Larson/Lake County News.


The Lakeport City Council awarded the $4,399,381 construction contract to Redding-based Builders Solutions Inc. in August 2022. Construction began on Oct. 17, 2022.

Public Works Director Ron Ladd told the Lakeport City Council at its Aug. 1 meeting that the park’s completion had originally been set for May 25.

However, the winter weather of earlier this year — including snow that coated the city — pushed back the park’s completion day.

Builder Solutions Inc. was afforded 150 days to complete the park. As of the start of August, Ladd said there had been 77 nonworking days due to inclement weather.

City Manager Kevin Ingram said that while the park was ready to be opened — the lights are active and the splash pad is operational, although it wasn’t in use on Thursday because of the bands — there is still “quite a punch list” of tasks to complete.

The new sod was recently put in place, but it will be three to four weeks before people can walk on it, he said.

The park features a lakefront promenade that winds all the way down to Library Park. The path around the edge of the park leads to a round viewing area perched on the edge of the lake.

The expansive view from that spot illustrates the meaning of Xabatin — “big water.”

BMX riders and skateboarders enjoy the new skatepark at Xabatin Community Park in Lakeport, California, during the park’s grand opening on Thursday, Oct. 26, 2023. Photo by Elizabeth Larson/Lake County News.


The park is oriented toward Mount Konocti, and it gives the feeling that the mountain is part of it.

Mayor Stacey Mattina agreed with the visual impression that the park layout offers, calling it an “infinity park.”

The park also includes a skatepark for bikes and boards that was the site of special demonstrations by skilled riders, a basketball court, ninja gym, amphitheater, a splash pad shaped like Clear Lake, sheltered picnic areas and a building that houses both a concession facility and bathrooms.

Ingram recounted the challenges that went along with the park’s development.

Despite the $5.9 million grant, “We were a little short,” when it came to the funds necessary to complete the project, said Ingram.

Ingram said the council approved $1 million out of reserves so they didn’t have to cut amenities — like the ninja gym, which had been at the top of the list of what might have been removed.

“We were sweating bullets when the construction bids came back,” he said.

The city was concerned about what the price tag might be due to the supply chain issues that came about due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

However, he said Builder Solutions Inc. came in with a bid that allowed the city to complete the park.

“They’ve been fantastic partners,” he said of the company.

While Ingram said of the park, “We can see all the beautiful things” that it offers, what you can’t see — the park infrastructure — is built right and will last.

“It was truly a team effort,” said Paul Curren, the city of Lakeport’s engineer.

He said the city is blessed with talent, like Project Coordinator Vince Salcedo, who has 30 years of experience.

Mattina said Salcedo was on site every day, working on details such as which of several shades of blue to paint the splash pad.

The result, said Ingram, “is exactly what we were envisioning,” all the way around — from the grand opening to the completed park.

The basketball court was busy at Xabatin Community Park in Lakeport, California, during the park’s grand opening on Thursday, Oct. 26, 2023. Photo by Elizabeth Larson/Lake County News.


“This exceeds my expectations,” Ingram said.

With this major project completed, what’s next on the city’s to do list?

A new hotel, said Mattina.

The city plans to put out a request for proposals for the Dutch Harbor site next to the park. She said there already is interest in the site.

Mattina said they also want to build a new pool in the city.

She said the new park will help the hotel project, pointing out that Lake County is an easy place to get to from the Bay Area.

“Build it and they will come,” she said.

They’re also looking forward to seeing new Christmas traditions at the park.

And there is still more to do at Xabatin Park. “There’s a lot of room for additional things at this park,” such as more work along the lakefront, Ingram said.

“This is just a start,” he added.

During a visit last week, State Senate Majority Leader Mike McGuire toured the park, and Ingram said McGuire told them he wants to see more projects from Lake County.

“I guess we’ll oblige,” Ingram said.

Email Elizabeth Larson at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.. Follow her on Twitter, @ERLarson, or Lake County News, @LakeCoNews.


Visitors walk along the path to the lake at Xabatin Community Park in Lakeport, California, during the park’s grand opening on Thursday, Oct. 26, 2023. Photo by Elizabeth Larson/Lake County News.
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Glenn Michael Prasad, 35, of Colusa, California, was arrested on Tuesday, Oct. 24, 2023, on firearms charges. Lake County Jail photo.

LAKE COUNTY, Calif. — Authorities took a Colusa man into custody this week after it was reported he was shooting at people with an assault rifle.

Glenn Michael Prasad, 35, was arrested Tuesday afternoon, the Lake County Sheriff’s Office reported.

At 4:30 p.m. Tuesday, Lake County Sheriff’s Office deputies were dispatched to the Red and White Market in Clearlake Oaks for a report of shots fired, according to a report from sheriff’s public information officer Lauren Berlinn.

Berlinn said it was reported that a male subject had shot at transients in the area with a rifle.

The responding deputies arrived on scene and determined no one was injured, Berlinn said.

Berlinn said witnesses provided a vehicle description and deputies quickly located the vehicle at a nearby residence in the 12000 block of Shoreview Drive in Clearlake Oaks.

The suspect, later identified as Glenn Prasad, was located inside the residence and detained, Berlinn said.

Detectives from the Major Crimes Unit obtained a search warrant and upon searching the residence, found an unregistered AR-style rifle matching the description provided by witnesses, according to Berlinn’s report.

Berlinn said Prasad was arrested for felony willful discharge of a firearm in a gross negligent manner and felony illegal possession of an assault weapon.

Prasad was transported to the Lake County Correctional Facility, where he is currently in custody, with bail set at $10,000, according to jail records.

Jail records show Prasad is due for arraignment in Lake County Superior Court on Thursday.
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“Dandelion.” Photo courtesy of Clearlake Animal Control.
CLEARLAKE, Calif. — Clearlake Animal Control’s dozens fo dogs are waiting for new homes.

The Clearlake Animal Control website lists 48 adoptable dogs.

This week’s include “Dandelion,” a female Doberman Pinscher/Mix with a black and brown coat.

“Ninja.” Photo courtesy of Clearlake Animal Control.

There is also “Ninja,” a 1-year-old male pit bull terrier with a black and white coat.

The shelter is located at 6820 Old Highway 53. It’s open from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday.

For more information, call the shelter at 707-762-6227, email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it., visit Clearlake Animal Control on Facebook or on the city’s website.

This week’s adoptable dogs are featured below.

Email Elizabeth Larson at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.. Follow her on Twitter, @ERLarson, or Lake County News, @LakeCoNews.



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The 2022 winning Punkin Chunkin team from Kelseyville High School in action. Courtesy photo.

EDITOR'S NOTE: The Farm Bureau announced on Saturday, Oct. 28, that this event has been canceled and will be rescheduled for 2024.

LAKE COUNTY, Calif. — After a smashing inaugural year, Lake County Farm Bureau looks to host its second annual Punkin Chunkin Festival.

This year’s Punkin Chunkin Festival is set for Saturday, Nov. 4, from 11 a.m. until finished at That Ranch.

This thrilling event features trebuchets built by FFA Teams and Open Division Teams in a battle to see who can launch pumpkins the furthest.

Food and beverage vendors including Terped Out Tacos, Scotts Valley 4H famous loaded potatoes, The Noodle Bowl, Grilligans’s Island and Zero Dark 30 Coffee will be celebrating with the participants.

Additionally, pumpkin pies and event merchandise will be available for purchase.

Punkin Chunkin is a true family-fun showcase of mechanical talent and a great way to celebrate the holiday season.

Event sponsors include Epidendio Construction Inc., Evans Realty, Thompson Gas, Bella Vista Farming Co. and Naughty Squirrel Farms.

Tickets are only $10 for event admission. Tickets are available at the gate.

Admission to That Ranch’s corn maze and other attractions are a separate admission fee. Head on out to That Ranch at 4405 Thomas Dr. In Lakeport on Nov. 4 at 11 a.m. to see if this year’s contestants can shatter the record of Kelseyville High School’s 282-foot record launch.


The 2022 Punkin Chunkin champions from Kelseyville High School. Courtesy photo.
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LAKEPORT, Calif. — The Lakeport Police Department is participating in the United States Drug Enforcement Administration National Prescription Drug Take Back Day on Saturday, Oct. 28, between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m.

The event will be held at the front lobby entrance of the police station at 2025 S. Main St.

Items that will be accepted are all over-the-counter or prescription medication in pill, tablet, liquid, cream or capsule form, including schedule II-V controlled and non-controlled substances.

Pills need to be emptied out of their containers and placed in a zip lock plastic bag — not paper — so they can easily see the contents to make sure there is nothing in the bag they cannot take.

They will collect vape pens or other e-cigarette devices from individual consumers only after the batteries are removed from the devices. The department stressed that we will not be responsible for removing the batteries from the devices.

Not accepted are illegal drugs, needles, inhalers or aerosol cans.

Since the department started participating with the prescription Take Back Program in January of 2019, it has collected over 1,269 pounds of prescription drugs, many of which were dangerous narcotics including opioids.

“This protects our community by keeping these drugs from being diverted to illegal use and keeps it out of our environment and water,” the department said.
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Gemini South, one half of the International Gemini Observatory operated by NSF’s NOIRLab, captures the billion-year-old aftermath of a spiral galaxy collision.

At the heart of this chaotic interaction, entwined and caught in the midst of the chaos, is a pair of supermassive black holes — the nearest pair to Earth ever recorded.

The swirling arms of a spiral galaxy are among the most recognized features in the cosmos: long sweeping bands spun off from a central core, each brimming with dust, gas, and dazzling pockets of newly formed stars.

Yet this opulent figure can warp into a much more bizarre and amorphous shape during a merger with another galaxy. The same sweeping arms are suddenly perturbed into disarray, and two supermassive black holes at their respective centers become entangled in a tidal dance.

This is the case of NGC 7727, a peculiar galaxy located in the constellation of Aquarius about 90 million light-years from the Milky Way.

Astronomers have captured an evocative image of this merger’s aftermath using the Gemini Multi-Object Spectrograph, or GMOS, mounted on the Gemini South telescope in Chile, part of the International Gemini Observatory operated by NSF’s NOIRLab.

The image reveals vast swirling bands of interstellar dust and gas resembling freshly-spun cotton candy as they wrap around the merging cores of the progenitor galaxies.

From the aftermath has emerged a scattered mix of active starburst regions and sedentary dust lanes encircling the system.

What is most noteworthy about NGC 7727 is undoubtedly its twin galactic nuclei, each of which houses a supermassive black hole, as confirmed by astronomers using the European Southern Observatory’s Very Large Telescope, or VLT.

Astronomers now surmise the galaxy originated as a pair of spiral galaxies that became embroiled in a celestial dance about one billion years ago. Stars and nebulae spilled out and were pulled back together at the mercy of the black holes’ gravitational tug-of-war until the irregular tangled knots we see here were created.

The two supermassive black holes, one measuring 154 million solar masses and the other 6.3 million solar masses, are approximately 1600 light-years apart. It is estimated that the two will eventually merge into one in about 250 million years to form an even more massive black hole while dispersing violent ripples of gravitational waves across spacetime.

Because the galaxy is still reeling from the impact, most of the tendrils we see are ablaze with bright young stars and active stellar nurseries. In fact, about 23 objects found in this system are considered candidates for young globular clusters.

These collections of stars often form in areas where star formation is higher than usual and are especially common in interacting galaxies as we see here.

Once the dust has settled, NGC 7727 is predicted to eventually become an elliptical galaxy composed of older stars and very little star formation. Similar to Messier 87, an elliptical galaxy with a supermassive black hole at its heart, this may be the fate of the Milky Way and the Andromeda Galaxy when they fuse together in billions of years’ time.
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LAKEPORT, Calif. — The city of Lakeport has opportunities for the public to become involved in local government by serving on local commissions and committees.

If you have an interest in serving your community, applying for a position on a city commission or committee is a great place to start.

The city of Lakeport invites applications for the following committees and boards:

• the Lakeport Fire Protection District Board, or LFPD;
• the Lake County Vector Control District Board, or LCVCD; and
• the Lakeport Economic Development Advisory Committee, or LEDAC.

These appointments would be effective as of Jan. 1, 2024.

Membership on these commissions and committees is voluntary. If you are interested in serving on a committee, applications are available on the city’s website here.

For additional information regarding the mission and meeting dates of each commission, please see the Maddy Act Notice at the link.

Applications are due by 5:30 p.m. on Monday, Nov. 6.

Appointments will be made at a special meeting of the Lakeport City Council in early November — the meeting date is to be determined.

For additional information, please contact Deputy City Clerk Hilary Britton at 707-263‑5615, Extension 102, or by email at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..
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During Flood Preparedness Week, Gov. Gavin Newsom highlighted the state’s ongoing work to prepare for another potential wet winter, including more flood fighting materials prepositioned in vulnerable communities and $95 million in funding recently made available for various projects to repair levees, enhance flood diversion and recharge capacity, and support communities impacted by record flooding this year.

This funding is in addition to the $40 million that was previously provided to the communities of Pajaro and Planada for flood relief this summer, including direct relief to residents and workers regardless of documentation and citizenship status.

The Governor, in partnership with the Legislature, invested a total of $436 million in the most recent budget to support flood response and projects to protect communities from future flooding.

“As we head into another wet season, the state is moving quickly to shore up protections for at-risk communities, continue supporting impacted residents, and invest in the tools needed to meet the challenges of extreme weather across the state,” Newsom said.

The $95 million in funding highlighted Wednesday includes:

• $67 million for DWR to support critical repair of levees impacted by the storms and flood diversion and recharge enhancements.
• $14 million to the State Water Resources Control Board to support domestic wells impacted by flooding.
• $11.7 million in additional funding for the Storm Assistance for Immigrants project to support direct assistance to Californians experiencing hardship due to the storms from December 2022 through April 2023 and who are ineligible for federal assistance due to immigration status.
• $2.3 million to begin the next phase of a project to repair damage to the Animal Health and Food Safety Laboratory in Tulare County operated by the University of California.

Here’s what else the state is doing:

• The Department of Water Resources, or DWR, has more flood fighting materials pre-positioned at more locations, including 2.4 million more sandbags this water year.
• The State-Federal Flood Operations Center is supporting pre-season emergency response coordination across the state to give local counties and communities the resources and training needed to respond to potential flooding.
• DWR and the U.S. Bureau of Reclamation are closely coordinating to ensure the state’s reservoirs have flood space available under a second year of flood conditions, and store as much water as possible.
• Earlier this month, the governor signed AB 876 by Assembly Speaker Robert Rivas, an urgency measure to expedite critical levee upgrades and speed up construction of the Pajaro River Flood Risk Management Project, while maintaining important environmental and water quality protections. The Governor previously signed legislation in 2021 and 2022 to advance funds for the project and cover up to 100 percent of non-federal costs.
• DWR supports forecast-informed reservoir operations (FIRO) assessments, which use improved weather and water forecasts to help reservoir operators decide when to release or hold water.
Forecasting and warning data from tools and research developed by DWR and academic partners this year help keep partner agencies and the public up to date on potential flood threats during storms and inform emergency response efforts.

DWR is participating in events this week to raise public awareness of flood risk and highlight the work by state, federal and local partners to protect communities. More information can be found here.
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A National Weather Service map showing Lake and other counties across Northern California where a red flag warning will be in effect on Saturdays, Oct. 28, and Sunday, Oct. 29, 2023.

LAKE COUNTY, Calif. — Lake and several other neighboring counties have been placed under a red flag warning for this weekend due to a forecast of high winds, and Cal Fire said it is staffing up due to increased fire danger.

An offshore wind event is anticipated this weekend with critical fire weather conditions possible, officials said.

The National Weather Service has issued a widespread red flag warning across the entire unit, encompassing Sonoma, Lake, Napa, Colusa, Yolo and Solano counties.

This red flag warning goes in effect from 5 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 28, through the afternoon of Sunday, Oct. 29.

A red flag warning means that critical weather conditions are either occurring now or will shortly.

A combination of strong winds and low relative humidity can contribute to extreme fire behavior.

During this event gusts of 45-plus miles per hour may be observed in higher terrain with humidity values dropping into the 10 to 25% range.

In preparation of the red flag warning Cal Fire’s Sonoma-Lake-Napa Unit will have full staffing available with 31 engines, six dozers, six crews, Boggs Mountain Helitack and Sonoma Air Attack base.

Additionally, Cal Fire Northern Region will be dispatching additional resources as needed for this event.

Cal Fire’s Sonoma-Lake-Napa Unit reminds residents to prepare your family, have your emergency supply kit ready, and have evacuation plans in place in the event a fire starts near you.

Visit Cal Fire’s website for more information.
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With Halloween, holiday gatherings and winter fast approaching, state public health leaders on Thursday reminded Californians that a few simple steps can help keep the whole family healthy this winter.

In a briefing with the media, Dr. Tomás J. Aragón, CDPH director and State Public Health officer, noted that now is the time to start preparing for cold and flu season by getting vaccinated to reduce the risk of getting seriously ill from the flu, COVID-19 and RSV.

It’s also time to remember tried-and-true prevention measures, including frequent hand washing, wearing a mask if sick or when around other people indoors, and staying home when sick, that help slow the spread of many viruses.

“As more people are heading indoors for school, fitness routines, and festive gatherings, Californians are getting exposed to respiratory viruses,” said Dr. Aragón. “Anyone can be affected by winter illnesses, however, some individuals, including older adults, people with weakened immune systems or chronic conditions, pregnant people and young children are at higher risk for severe illness and death. If you are at higher risk, or have loved ones who are, check with your health care provider now to find out which vaccinations are right for you. It’s important we all do our part by getting vaccinated and taking simple prevention steps so we can all enjoy time with friends and family.”

Recommended vaccines

The best time to get immunized is now, before viruses start to spread. CDPH recommends all individuals remain up to date on vaccines to prevent serious illness and to limit the spread of viruses.

• Flu: Everyone 6 months and older should get a flu vaccine annually, ideally before the end of October.
• COVID-19: Everyone 6 months and older should get the newly updated COVID-19 vaccine.
• RSV: Adults 60 years of age and older should talk to their health care provider about getting an RSV vaccine as soon as it is available in their community. It is also recommended that pregnant persons between 32 and 36 weeks of pregnancy receive the vaccine between September and January. Additional immunization options are available to protect all infants 8 months and younger and high-risk children between 8 - 19 months.

With all immunizations, CDPH encourages individuals to check with their health care provider to determine which are available for them and their families.

Where to get vaccinated

Flu, COVID-19 and RSV vaccines can all be administered during the same visit.

Schedule a vaccine appointment by visiting MyTurn.ca.gov or contacting your local pharmacy or health care provider.

Cost of vaccines

Those having difficulty obtaining vaccines can contact their health care provider or local health department for help finding a place to get immunized.

COVID-19 and flu vaccines will continue to be free for most people through their health insurance plans, including Medi-Cal and regular healthcare providers.

The CDC’s Bridge Access Program will provide COVID-19 vaccines to uninsured and underinsured adults through December 2024.

The Vaccines For Children, or VFC, program is a federally funded program that provides vaccines at no cost to children (18 and younger) who might not otherwise be vaccinated because of inability to pay.

Virus prevention

The best defense against winter viruses starts with good prevention. Follow these simple tips to protect yourself and others:

• Stay up to date on vaccines: Vaccines are the best defense against severe illness and death.
• Stay home if you're sick: Staying home when you’re sick slows the spread of flu, RSV, COVID-19, and even the common cold.
• Test and treat: Test for COVID-19 and flu if you have symptoms (like fever, cold, cough, sore throat, loss of taste or smell, stomach issues). If you test positive, contact your health care provider, and ask about medications. Medications work best when started right after symptoms begin. Learn more about COVID-19 treatments and flu treatments.
• Consider wearing a high-quality mask (N95, KN95, KF94) in indoor public places: Wearing a mask significantly reduces the spread of respiratory viruses, especially in crowded or poorly ventilated spaces.
• Wash your hands: Wash hands throughout the day with soap and warm water for at least 20 seconds. If soap and water are not available, use a hand sanitizer with at least 60% alcohol.
• Cover your cough or sneeze: Remember to cough or sneeze into your elbow, your arm, or a disposable tissue to help prevent the spread of viruses. Wash or sanitize your hands and dispose of your tissue after.
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On Wednesday, Gun Violence Prevention Task Force Chair Rep. Mike Thompson (CA-04), Speaker Emerita Nancy Pelosi (CA-11) and 90 members of the Task Force delivered a letter to Speaker Mike Johnson urging him to take action on gun violence prevention.

“Gun violence is the leading cause of death for children and teenagers in America. Parents across our country now live with the reality that if their child dies, the most common reason for that death is not because of cancer or a car crash, but a bullet,” the members wrote. “As you assume the responsibility of Speaker of the House, we stand ready to work with you on legislation that will reduce gun violence and urge you to commit to putting gun violence prevention legislation on the floor as soon as possible.”

The letter’s statistics on shootings do not include the number of dead and injured in a Wednesday night shooting in Maine.

The full letter can be read below.


Dear Speaker Johnson,

As Members of the Gun Violence Prevention Task Force, we write with a somber update about the lives lost to gun violence while the U.S. Congress has been paralyzed without an elected Speaker of the House.

Gun violence is the leading cause of death for children and teenagers in America. Parents across our country now live with the reality that if their child dies, the most common reason for that death is not because of cancer or a car crash, but a bullet.

Since former Speaker McCarthy was removed from his leadership role on October 3rd 1,030 people have died from gun violence including 15 children and 60 teenagers. Another 2,072 people were injured by gun violence and our country was traumatized by 33 more mass shootings.

Although we can never get back the time that was wasted by the chaos caused by the lack of leadership in the House of Representatives, we must not let that dysfunction prevent us from working together to address the gun violence crisis moving forward. We suggest that the House first start by considering the numerous gun violence prevention bills that are supported by a majority of Democrats, Independents and Republicans.

The Gun Violence Prevention Task Force sent multiple letters to former Speaker McCarthy with the earnest request that the House take action on gun violence which is the largest killer of children. As you assume the responsibility of Speaker of the House, we stand ready to work with you on legislation that will reduce gun violence and urge you to commit to putting gun violence prevention legislation on the floor as soon as possible.


Thompson represents California’s Fifth Congressional District, which includes all or part of Lake, Napa, Solano, Sonoma and Yolo counties.

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