Fire Chief Brian Estes will retire after a 35-year career that saw him rise from firefighter to leading the Nevada Yuba Placer Unit and Placer County Fire Department.

Placer County calls for volunteers for the 2026 Free Tax Prep program with United Way and the IRS, offering training and flexible roles for those wanting to help low-income residents with taxes.

Two Fremont men were arrested in Placer County for an "oil-in-the-engine" scam, where they tricked sellers into believing their cars had serious issues to buy them cheap.

Richard Garcia was convicted by a Stanislaus County jury of felony domestic violence, terrorist threats, false imprisonment, and arson, with sentencing pending.

Kenneth Howe was sentenced to 75 years to life for murdering Amadon Estrada, after a jury trial. The motive was jealousy; Howe shot Estrada in his tent.

A late-night chase in Sacramento ended in a crash at Watt and Fair Oaks and a sheriff’s K‑9 bit the driver during detention. Authorities are investigating.

A 36-year-old man died after an argument in Stockton's Seaport District turned violent. The incident is Stockton's 31st homicide this year. Details are scarce, and the investigation is ongoing.

A suspect was detained after a brief standoff on Linda Lou Drive in Carmichael after shots were reported; no one was injured. Deputies are investigating.

Toastique signed a lease at Maker, the new mixed‑use building near Sacramento's R Street Corridor, bringing its toast‑and‑juice concept to Midtown. Details on timing are still pending.

Police in Modesto seized illegal firearms, ammo, and explosives near a school, arresting Joshua Reyes who faces multiple charges and has a $1 million bail.

NAMI's Nevada County chapter celebrated 40 years of mental health support, recognized by local officials for their vital role in community services and advocacy.

Modesto police seized multiple loaded firearms, ammunition and two explosive devices after a Floyd Avenue search; a 49‑year‑old man was arrested and faces weapons charges.

A Stockton man admitted to sexually assaulting a child who reported years of abuse; prosecutors say his phone contained hundreds of abusive images and sentencing is Dec. 10.