Sacramento City Council approved the Parks Plan 2040 to enhance and expand parks, focusing on underserved communities, with plans for 66 new parks and improved facilities.

Highway 193 near Newcastle was shut down due to an overturned lumber truck, causing delays. No injuries were reported. Traffic was diverted until the road reopened in the afternoon.

A former Las Vegas solar contractor is sentenced for defrauding homeowners of nearly $250,000, with a 36-month probation and restitution payment ordered.

Northern California is expected to face warm and dry weather with rising temperatures, particularly in Sacramento. Low humidity and mild breezes are predicted, with cooler conditions to follow next week.

Christiane Gonzalez was arrested for a non-fatal stabbing of his brother in North Sacramento County. He is being held without bail, awaiting a court appearance. Details are still emerging.

Gilbert Taveres, 73, was arrested by Ceres Police for felony hit-and-run after a fatal incident on Pine Street. Witnesses and business security footage are sought.

A Raymond man was arrested for DUI after a single-vehicle crash in Madera where his car flipped and hit a tree, with the driver sustaining moderate injuries.

A big rig overturned on I-5 in Sacramento, followed by a separate car fire, causing significant traffic delays and lane closures. No injuries were reported.

A woman died in a solo car crash near I-80 in Auburn when her vehicle hit a bridge support. Authorities are investigating the cause, including possible substance involvement.

Placer County's DA has charged James Teahan with murder linked to a fentanyl overdose, marking the county's fifth such charge and a step in its aggressive approach to the opioid crisis.

The Roseville Police disclosed the bust of a human trafficking ring, involving a 19-year-old victim, led to the arrest of a suspect and seizure of firearms, including a "ghost" gun.

A strong weather system will bring winds, showers, and thunderstorms to the Bay Area, with a chance of snow above 8000 feet in the Sierra and a rapid warming trend expected next week.

A two-vehicle crash in El Dorado County led to serious injuries, with one victim air-lifted to Sutter Roseville Medical Center. The collision is under investigation by the CHP.