A Winters man, Jose Sanchez-Valdez, was arrested after a standoff with police where he threatened to shoot his mother and resisted arrest; a BB gun and live ammo were found in his home.

Russell Westbrook surpassed Magic Johnson, now 7th in NBA career assists. He scored 21 points and got 9 assists in the Kings' 113-107 win against the Mavericks.

Nevada County Sheriff warns residents of scams using the Jail Media Report page to deceive families into paying fake bail for incarcerated individuals.

The Citrus Heights Police Department is hosting a Hiring Clinic to offer an informal and pressure-free opportunity for individuals to learn about careers in law enforcement.

Two ski patrollers at Mammoth Mountain were injured during avalanche control work on Lincoln Mountain. The resort closed for the day due to avalanche risk.

Rooftop Macarons is expanding to Roseville's Nugget Plaza with customizable macarons, MACamisu and boba‑topped drinks. Opening date hasn't been announced.

A guest won a $118,428 jackpot at Thunder Valley Casino on Christmas, amid a series of high-value wins at the casino, including over $200,000 payouts on Buffalo Link.

Deputy James Caravallo from the Sacramento County Sheriff's Office died in a car crash on his way to work at the Rio Cosumnes Correctional Center on Christmas Eve.

Sacramento's Old Sacramento Waterfront hosts the "Countdown on the Cobblestones," a family-friendly New Year's Eve event with live music and a 9 p.m. fireworks show.

Folsom Police arrested three individuals for mail theft, identity theft, possession of burglary tools, and criminal conspiracy. They also issued safety tips to prevent mail theft during holidays.

A FedEx truck hit a utility pole in midtown Sacramento, causing a power outage and road closure with no injuries reported, but the driver was hospitalized.

Sibling by Pushkin's, the gluten‑free Midtown brunch spot, will close in early January with its last service on Jan. 4, owners said. The announcement came via the restaurant's social channels.

Search for a 55-year-old woman continues after a possible shark attack near Lovers Point in Pacific Grove, with beaches closed and a coordinated rescue operation underway.