# State Workers Return to Downtown | Oakland News

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Podcast: [Oakland News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/oakland-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7561175)
Published: 2026-07-01T13:46:09+00:00
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Governor Gavin Newsom’s new mandate to bring most Sacramento state workers back to the office four days a week—delayed from July 2025 to July 2026—sparks heated debate. While employees like Robert Rickert warn of overcrowded spaces and lost flexibility, downtown business owners like Ernesto Delgado and Hesham Hussain see hope. With foot traffic dwindling since the pandemic and businesses closing faster than they open, the return of state workers could revive the economy. The Downtown Sacramento Partnership is ramping up security and marketing to welcome the influx, aiming to boost commerce, reduce crime, and revitalize the city’s core. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/e15d1b042669125f

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