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.

Neighbors rescue a 78-year-old woman from a house fire in El Dorado Hills, with assistance from off-duty firefighters.

A 16-year-old girl was stabbed in downtown Sacramento; a 15-year-old boy was arrested and faces attempted homicide charges. The victim is recovering from non-life-threatening injuries.

The Placer County Board of Supervisors approved "The Ranch," a large housing development in the Dry Creek area, despite some opposition and community concerns.

Fire crews responded to a sinking boat on the American River in Sacramento, with rescue swimmers checking for occupants. No injuries reported, cause unknown.

An Olivehurst man received a six-year prison sentence for trying to solicit nude photos from a child and other offenses, following a pattern of criminal activity and evasion.

The Stockton Police Department reported a robbery on North El Dorado Street, where a 66-year-old man was assaulted by two male suspects, who then fled with his belongings.

An 11-year-old child led CHP on two car chases in Northern California before flipping a minivan. The minor was arrested, received no major injuries, and was released to a hospital. Charges are pending as the incident is under investigation.

A fire ravaged a Victorian home in Sacramento's Midtown, with 100 firefighters responding. The cause and details on occupancy or injuries are under investigation.