A magnitude 4.7 earthquake struck Lake County, California on New Year's Day, with tremors felt across the North Bay. No substantial damage or injuries were reported.

Manuel Maldonado from Turlock was convicted of murder for the fatal stabbing of David Mendoza, with further court proceedings regarding his criminal history and gang involvement pending.

A pedestrian was fatally struck by a car while crossing Marconi Avenue in Arden-Arcade; alcohol was not a factor. The area was briefly closed for investigation.

A hit-and-run in Stockton, CA on December 23 resulted in the death of an unidentified Hispanic male. Authorities are searching for a white Toyota Sienna with front damage related to the incident.

The NWS in Sacramento warns of rain, snow, and winds through the weekend, with drier, colder conditions to follow. A Winter Weather Advisory is in place for higher elevations.

A California Highway Patrol officer suffered minor injuries after a motorcycle collision with a Hyundai sedan in Roseville, caused by the car's failure to yield.

Deputies in Sacramento chased and arrested a man named Anthony Hurtado for a carjacking in San Francisco, during which he fired at them but was captured without any injuries.

A person was injured in a stabbing in Sacramento's Upper Land Park and a suspect has been detained. The victim is in stable condition, and the circumstances of the incident are still under investigation.

A human case of bird flu has been confirmed in Stanislaus County; the infected individual had mild symptoms and received antiviral treatment. Health officials stress low public risk and safety of dairy products.

A Sacramento father was arrested on suspicion of beheading his one-year-old son following a family disturbance. He is being held without bail. The incident has shocked the community.

Placer County reports a significant drop in cat intakes attributed to their spay and neuter initiative, with a notable decrease in both adult cats and kittens entering the shelter.

Sacramento opens weather-respite centers from Dec. 21-26 due to forecasted rain, providing shelter and services for those affected by the inclement weather.

A Sacramento gas station sold a Powerball ticket matching five numbers, winning $1.4 million, but the jackpot remains unclaimed.