Auburn is considering a 2% increase in its transient occupancy tax, aiming to raise funds for city services and include short-term rentals in the tax. The proposed hike faces varied City Council opinions.

Jocelyn Saalman, missing from Sacramento since July 4th, is the subject of a search by her family and police. She is at-risk due to a mental health condition.

Placer County warns of mosquitoes carrying West Nile virus found in the area, advising residents to take preventive measures and use repellent to protect against bites.

A fire destroyed a classroom at Valley Christian Academy in Citrus Heights, with one person detained. No injuries reported; the cause is under investigation.

Roseville hosts Big Boy No. 4014, the world's largest steam locomotive, for train enthusiasts to view, amidst festivities including live music and historical reenactments.

Richard Moore has been arrested for the 1984 murder of Madeline Garcia in Roseville, having pleaded not guilty to charges including murder, kidnapping, and rape.

Artur Schaback, former CTO of Paxful Inc., pleads guilty for failing to maintain an effective anti-money laundering program, potentially facing up to five years in prison.

Sacramento is experiencing a heat wave with temperatures expected to reach 100-113°F. The National Weather Service advises caution due to extreme heat risk and has issued heat warnings through Friday. Cooling is anticipated over the weekend.

The Royal Fire has burned 168 acres in Tahoe National Forest; evacuations are in effect. Missing hikers were found safely. The fire may have started from an escaped campfire.

The Sacramento region faces ongoing heat with an Excessive Heat Warning until Friday, while a slight cooling is expected before temperatures rise again midweek.

A woman in a wheelchair was fatally struck by a semi-truck at a Sacramento intersection. The driver was not considered under the influence and no charges have been reported.

A person in West Modesto was hospitalized with severe burns covering 80% of their body. The incident is under investigation and multiple individuals have been detained.

The NWS in Sacramento warns of extreme heat in the Sacramento Valley and Delta, with temperatures potentially exceeding 110 degrees through Tuesday, posing health and fire risks.