A man in a wheelchair was killed by a suspected DUI driver in Lodi. The driver, Lucas Suarez Ramos, faces several charges including vehicular manslaughter.

Yuba County law enforcement seized over 25,000 marijuana plants and issued environmental and water violations during a crackdown on illegal cannabis operations.

A kayaker was rescued by helicopter from the American River near Camino after becoming separated from their kayak, with the CHP conducting the operation in challenging conditions.

A Fairfield police officer, Officer Neal, used a garden hose to stop a house fire on July 4th, potentially saving property and lives amidst numerous fire-related calls that night.

A fire damaged the Kwik Serv gas station in south Sacramento, but did not involve the pumps. There were no injuries as the station was closed at the time. The cause is under investigation.

A woman with severe burns from a July 4th incident in Modesto died, with unclear circumstances surrounding the fire that injured her. An investigation is ongoing.

California's SB 1414, which increases penalties for buying sex from minors, has been amended, removing the felony classification for soliciting 16 and 17-year-olds unless proven they are trafficking victims.

Sacramento County implements a July 4th alcohol ban along the lower American River and Sherman Island to ensure safety and prevent incidents, with a heatwave heightening concerns.

Elk Grove adopts a $374 million budget for 2024-25, a 7% increase to fund civic projects, public safety, housing, and infrastructure, including 15 new staff positions and enhanced measures against economic uncertainty.

Elk Grove detectives are investigating after a man and woman were found dead under suspicious circumstances at home, with the situation suggesting homicide. No suspects are yet identified.

The Sacramento Northern Bike Trail will be extended up to the Placer County Line, funded by a grant, to promote active transportation and community connectivity.