Giannis Antetokounmpo scored 37 points to lead the Milwaukee Bucks to a victory over the Sacramento Kings, while Kings' Zach LaVine returned after an injury.

A crash on I-80 in Vallejo left one dead and two injured. The incident involved a Honda Accord and Toyota Prius, shutting down westbound lanes temporarily.

A Woodland woman was arrested on suspicion of drug offenses after police, responding to a call, found her asleep in a car and seized 7 ounces of meth.

Placer County's Red Sand Project aims to raise awareness about human trafficking by having participants pour red sand into sidewalk cracks. The campaign coincides with Human Trafficking Prevention Month and focuses on protecting vulnerable youth.

A $5 progressive bet at Hard Rock Sacramento paid $290,112 after a royal flush on the flop, the casino and local media say.

Lodi closed 2025 with a single homicide — the city's fewest in eight years, city officials reported. The year-end tally will shape local public-safety discussions.

An NTSB final report blames an improperly tightened fuel fitting and an inspection lapse for the May Cessna crash near Nevada County Airport that killed the pilot.

A woman was found dead in an Orangevale home following a gas leak which caused evacuations and road closures. The incident is under investigation, with no signs of foul play.

Sacramento's New Year forecast includes a 30% chance of afternoon rain, dense fog, and a high of 48 degrees, with rain and fog continuing into the evening. More rain is expected on New Year's Day and throughout the week.

The Sacramento DA posted a PSA announcing a major fentanyl seizure — roughly 70,000 counterfeit pills — and says 14 fentanyl‑related homicide cases have been filed.

Sacramento man, Sean Payton, faces upgraded charges to homicide after the death of his assault victim; the initial incident had allegations of hate crime.

A driver was critically injured after a high-speed crash at 12th and I streets in downtown Sacramento early Sunday. Authorities say the other vehicle's occupants were unhurt and the crash is under investigation.

The CHP has highlighted new California public safety laws effective January 1, 2026, focusing on reducing crime, increasing vehicle and pedestrian safety, and regulating electric and autonomous vehicles.