A Kentucky judge rejected a plea deal in the murder-for-hire case tied to the 2022 killing of a Sacramento HVAC owner, returning the case to court for trial.

Neighbors say a proposed crematory at Sant Sagar Funeral Home would sit within 1,000 feet of homes and D.W. Babcock Elementary, raising air‑quality and health worries as the air district reviews the permit.

Roger Niello's fundraising lead has reshaped the 6th State Senate race as challengers run smaller, grassroots campaigns in a nearly even Sacramento-area district.

Mimo Bake Studio, opened by two Bay Area moms, brings Brazilian cheese bread, tapioca sandwiches and açaí bowls to Rancho Cordova.

The NBA has opened a review after a late Kings foul helped the Warriors rally for a 110-105 win; team sources call the play a tactical misstep, not tanking.

State officials announced $145.4M in HHAP grants to eight California counties; the Sacramento region is set to get about $31.7M for shelters, prevention and interim housing.

Payroll documents show former City Manager Howard Chan took home more in 2025 than his interim successor, spotlighting leave cashouts and executive pay.

The Grant Fire was reported April 7 in Sacramento County on private land. Early reports say cause and containment were not yet available.

Sacramento County's midyear update shows 222 people moved into housing and more than 900 helped, but officials say a tight housing market will limit further progress.

A California Lottery press release mistakenly included a $12M winner's home address, prompting agency corrections and a review of communications protocols.

SacRT is hiring about 15 transit ambassadors to expand on‑train security; recruits begin training in mid‑April and new staff are expected on trains this summer.

A 57-year-old inmate collapsed at Rio Cosumnes after a reported seizure and later died at a hospital. The county sheriff and coroner have opened investigations.

A Sacramento traffic stop ended with deputies seizing rifles, handguns, more than $24,000 and suspected drugs, the sheriff's office says.