Ashlon Jackson banked in a buzzer-beating 3 to lift Duke to an 87-85 Sweet 16 win over LSU in Sacramento, sending the Blue Devils to the Elite Eight.

The DOJ has opened a civil‑rights probe into two California women's prisons after allegations that housing transgender inmates led to sexual assaults. Federal investigators are reviewing records and testimony.

A Sacramento family mourns 26-year-old Shauvin Horsley after he was struck and dragged near Madison Avenue; CHP says an arrest has been made.

Carlos Dominguez returned to Yolo County court March 25 as attorneys prepare a mid‑May retrial in the 2023 Davis stabbings; prosecutors plan expert testimony on cannabis and mental health.

Masked ICE agents rushed a car in Natomas and later visited a home, neighbors say — leaving families and city leaders demanding answers.

Original Sal's Kabob & Gyro Grill is returning to Elk Grove under its founding family, opening a third location with a baklava ice-cream program and an opening-day discount.

A wildfire called the Still Fire was logged Tuesday in Shasta County. Early listings say it’s burning private land and acreage, containment and cause were not immediately available.

A Placer County jury convicted Eric Olsen of first‑degree murder and he was sentenced to 53 years to life. The case reopened scrutiny of past violent incidents tied to the property.

Investigators are working a shooting near 6th Avenue in Olivehurst. Authorities asked anyone with information to contact the sheriff’s office.

County staff will present a plan next Tuesday to shift fines to a per‑firework basis — $1,000 per device and up to $10,000 near parks — paired with drone patrols and hotspot enforcement.

Dublin‑based Desi Pizza Bites has listed a 'coming soon' outpost at Carmichael’s San Juan Center, promising Indian‑inspired pizzas and a small dining room. Franchisee says permits are being finalized.

After a 139-118 loss to the 76ers at Golden 1 Center, Doug Christie urged defensive fixes and accountability as the Kings struggle for consistency.

A former Rocklin Unified volunteer was arrested after a student reported a sexual relationship; police say the case has been submitted to the Placer County DA and the probe continues.