Unseasonably warm March has rattlesnakes emerging across the Central Valley earlier than usual. Experts and officials urge residents to clear brush and keep pets leashed.

Chef Chris Barnum‑Dann is opening Betty on J in East Sacramento and three new concepts at Tower Broadway including a pintxos bar, market and bottle shop.

Mayor Kevin McCarty has appointed a three-member council subcommittee to consider renaming César Chávez Plaza after recent reporting raised new allegations about Chávez. The downtown plaza now faces a public review process.

Sacramento police say a traffic stop in Old Sacramento turned up a loaded ghost gun and ammunition; the driver, a 20‑year‑old from Yuba City, was arrested on weapons charges.

A coalition of food, farming and packaging groups sued to block California’s Truth in Recycling law, arguing the chasing‑arrows ban unlawfully limits packaging labels. The case asks a federal judge to pause enforcement while the courts decide.

A teenage boy was shot Sunday near Franklin Boulevard in Sacramento's Parkway neighborhood. Police say he was hospitalized and no suspect has been identified.

A developer filed plans for a 112-room hotel and 160 apartments on a long-vacant South Natomas lot; public comment runs through April 24, 2026.

Two Sacramento police vehicles were among several cars towed after a multi-vehicle crash at Truxel and San Juan in South Natomas; police reported only minor injuries.

Sacramento County deputies will increase visible patrols at churches, synagogues and mosques after Thursday’s attack in Michigan. Officials say there is no known local threat but urge vigilance.

Sunny, dry stretch sends highs into the 80s through next week. Move outdoor chores to cooler mornings and watch vulnerable neighbors.

A citizen initiative filed Feb. 20 would ask Sacramento voters to approve a half‑cent sales tax to fund road repairs, pedestrian safety and expanded transit. Backers must gather signatures to reach the November ballot.

Clear skies this morning give way to a midweek warm-up. Highs hit the 70s today and the 80s by Thursday, with a chance of 90°F next week.

Rep. Kevin Kiley announced he is leaving the Republican Party and will run as an independent in California’s redrawn 6th District while still caucusing with House Republicans. The move tightens an already narrow GOP margin in the House.