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Highs near 95°F Monday with limited overnight relief. An Extreme Heat Warning affects parts of the northern and central valley through Tuesday.
Sunny and hot in Sacramento with highs near 95°F today. Cooling centers and pools are available; call 2-1-1 for locations and hours.
Morning is mild, then a rapid warm-up: highs near 98°F Saturday with a Heat Advisory through tonight and an Extreme Heat Warning starting Sunday.
Crime & Emergencies in ...
A septic truck overturned on I-5 near Sutterville Road, spilling about 100 gallons of sewage and triggering a hazmat cleanup that closed lanes and snarled southbound traffic.
Parks & Nature in ...
A $500,000 state grant will fund three miles of trail and three bridges to connect Hidden Falls Regional Park with Big Hill Preserve, expanding public access in Placer County.
Triple-digit heat hits Sacramento Friday with a Heat Advisory through Saturday. A county respite shelter at 1400 N. A St. is open for those who need relief.
Real Estate & Development in ...
Mohanna Development is reworking plans for a 60‑acre Town & Country Village in El Dorado Hills after county officials raised concerns about roads, water and zoning.
Triple-digit heat and gusty north winds arrive in Sacramento Thursday, June 11. Heat Advisory and Red Flag Warning affect much of the valley; a respite shelter is open.
Authorities arrested a 17-year-old on a homicide warrant tied to a Feb. 3 North Sacramento shooting. The suspect was booked into Juvenile Hall while detectives continue their probe.
Midweek triple‑digit heat arrives with a Red Flag Warning Wednesday–Thursday. Avoid outdoor work during peak hours and call 2‑1‑1 for cooling centers.
Henry Marroquin, 39, was arrested after police say about 1.8 pounds of cocaine, digital scales and a loaded unregistered handgun were found in his Marysville home.
Politics & Govt in ...
Hundreds rallied at the State Capitol to protest proposed IHSS cuts, warning the changes would strip vital home care from vulnerable Californians.
Sen. Steve Padilla amended SB 420 to bar nonprofits tied to private ICE jails from claiming the Welfare Exemption after reporting showed a local foundation avoided millions in property taxes.
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