Folsom Sierra Endoscopy Center plans a $14M, 20,469‑sq‑ft build‑out at 1671 Creekside Drive that would add eight procedure rooms and 18 recovery bays for outpatient GI care.

Roseville agreed to a $900,000 settlement after a 2021 nail‑salon arrest that plaintiffs say caused a traumatic brain injury. A judge has set deadlines to approve the minor’s share.

Brad Gates will lead the unified El Dorado County Fire district after a unanimous board vote. He’ll transition with the current chief as the districts complete annexation.

A corrections officer was stabbed inside a cell block at California State Prison, Sacramento on March 9; the suspected attacker is a lifer with a long record of violence. The officer is expected to be discharged from the hospital.

A man died after being struck at Norwood and Jessie in north Sacramento. Police say one vehicle fled and detectives are investigating.

Firefighters fought a multi-unit apartment blaze Saturday at 10349 Mills Tower Drive in Rancho Cordova; officials say the cause and injuries are still under investigation. Crews worked to prevent flames from spreading between units.

Pho Tasty is expanding to Rancho Cordova — filings show the chain plans a food‑court‑style unit at 2738 Sunrise Blvd. Permits point to an interior fit‑out but no opening date yet.

A 1,041-household petition asks DJUSD for a community advisory role as officials weigh closing Patwin and Birch Lane amid projected enrollment declines. Parents want more data and equity analysis before decisions are final.

Clear morning gives way to a sunny, breezy Friday. Gusts up to 31 mph and a warm weekend near 80°F.

A western‑themed café from restaurateur Feng Liang is coming to Elk Grove this summer, pairing specialty espresso, Vietnamese drip and fresh pastries. The 1,000‑sq‑ft shop aims for a likely July opening.

Council approved $640,000 for a traffic signal at the planned Shore Vista Way overcrossing. Final designs target late 2026 with construction tentatively slated for spring 2027.

Hundreds turned out for Rancho San Miguel’s March 4 opening in North Stockton. The 62,000‑sq‑ft market includes a carnicería, panadería and hot-food counter.

Two former Patterson school officials were sentenced after prosecutors say they stole roughly $1.5M and ran a crypto‑mining operation on district property. Courts ordered forfeiture and restitution.