A man in his 50s died after his Ford Ranger hit a tree on Scenic Drive, Modesto. Police urge witnesses to email Officer Johnson at [email protected].

Sacramento Sheriff's detectives arrested a juvenile with two handguns and two AR-15-style pistols after thwarting a potential gang conflict. The suspect, previously known to law enforcement, was detained after a car chase.

A four-alarm fire at a Sacramento recycling facility required nearly 100 firefighters to respond, causing local disruptions and prompting health warnings due to the dense smoke. No injuries have been reported and the cause is under investigation.

Red Flag Warning issued in Sacramento Valley for critical fire weather, as firefighters combat Park Fire. Cooling expected this weekend with a gradual warming trend mid-next week.

A tortoise found amidst the Maria Fire in Calaveras County is being cared for by Cal Fire Madera-Mariposa-Merced Unit until its owners can be located.

Warren Elliot, a 70-year-old "jeeper," was found near Hell Hole Reservoir after going missing in Sierra Nevada during a trail maintenance trip. He will be taken to a hospital for evaluation.

The Elk Grove Police Department has announced a temporary closure of Sheldon Road at the railroad tracks for repairs from July 24-26, advising motorists to plan for delays and use alternate routes.

The Bay Area faces a severe heatwave, with temperatures soaring up to 112 degrees, prompting a Heat Advisory. Relief is expected by Thursday with a slight cool down.

The Ridge Fire near Lake and Colusa Counties has threatened around 50 structures, with 2,500 acres burned and 15% containment. Evacuations are ordered as firefighters combat the blaze, started near Walker Ridge Road and Highway 20.

Sammy's Restaurant in North Sacramento celebrated its grand reopening, representing nostalgia and hope for the local community, with the new owners retaining classic menu items and receiving city support.

A coordinated raid in Valley Springs by the Calaveras County Sheriff's Office dismantled an illegal marijuana operation, seizing 1,008 plants and citing resident Rogelio Barralan. Environmental violations were also noted.

The Sacramento Police are seeking help to find Rocky Mathews, an at-risk 71-year-old due to medical conditions, last seen on July 19 wearing a distinctive outfit.

Sacramento International Airport faces flight disruptions due to a global tech issue, affecting major carriers like Delta and American Airlines, with a defective software update identified as the cause.