Maui residents can recycle their Christmas trees for free at two temporary sites in Kīhei and Makawao from Dec. 27 to Jan. 11, with additional year-round locations also available.

An officer from Citrus Heights PD recovered a 13-year-old's stolen bike by scouring online marketplaces and arresting the thief, highlighting the department's vigilance against property theft.

Manteca police arrested a resident after search warrants turned up devices investigators say may contain child sexual abuse material. Authorities say the probe began with a CyberTip and devices will be forensically examined.

Arden Fair Mall will get a Taco Bell Cantina in 2026 — the food‑court Taco Bell will expand into adjacent space and bring beer, wine and boozy Twisted Freezes.

Folsom chef John Hornibrook is bringing a rustic breakfast-and-lunch spot to Pine Grove, with permits filed and hiring underway.

Marine Pfc. Tanner F. Rubio died during a training exercise at Camp Pendleton; an investigation is ongoing. His service is honored by the 1st Marine Division.

Nightly road construction is set to begin on Franklin Boulevard in Sacramento to improve safety, affecting traffic between Sutterville Road and 32nd Avenue from 8 p.m. to 5 a.m.

Brennan Marion is set to leave Sacramento State as head coach to become the University of Colorado's offensive coordinator after one season and a 7-5 record with the Hornets.

Governor Newsom offers aid to Stockton shooting victims, up to $70,000 for various expenses including funerals and medical bills, with application deadline set for November 2032.

Isabel Lopez was honored with the CCTT Public Service Award of Excellence for her impactful work in Nevada County health programs and clinics, improving community health.

Residents of Rocklin and Roseville experienced multiple vehicle break-ins. Two suspects were arrested with help from community vigilance and police collaboration.

Joseph Allen Davis pleads guilty to illegal firearm possession as a felon following a shooting incident at Rainbow City Park in Davis. He faces up to 15 years in prison.

Sacramento weather will feature fog and clouds, with temperatures in the low to high 50s. Dense morning fog will lead to mostly cloudy days and partly cloudy nights, continuing into the week with mild highs near 60 and lows in the mid-40s.