The Sacramento Zoo was briefly locked down Friday while police investigated a reported threat nearby. Officers later said the report lacked credibility.

California State Parks is suing Advantage Total Protection for $38M, saying the alarm firm failed to monitor or alert officials as Bidwell Mansion burned in December 2024.

Planning commissioners recommended limits that would restrict most short‑term rentals to hosts' primary homes, a move that could remove hundreds of listings and split housing and tourism interests.

The state parole board approved elderly parole for Gregory Vogelsang, a convicted Citrus Heights sex offender, the Sacramento sheriff says. The decision has alarmed local officials.

El Dorado County paid $3.25M to Ricky Davis after DNA cleared him in the 1985 killing. Court records show most of the payout goes to his attorneys while Davis receives scheduled payments.

A residential blaze near Canal Street in Placerville closed a section of the road and redirected access to nearby schools while investigators worked the scene.

Yuba City police say a probation search last week turned up a concealed 9mm on a juvenile probationer, who was booked and sent to juvenile hall.

Placer County parents and the DA’s office traveled to Sacramento to back AB 1667, which would make furnishing fentanyl to a minor a serious felony.

Oakdale Elementary was locked down Monday after deputies reported a possible shooting nearby; officials say the lockdown was a precaution while they investigated.

SacRT told fans at a Republic FC match that the 7th & Railyards light‑rail stop is slated to open summer 2026, putting transit steps from the stadium.

Center High School in Antelope was placed on lockdown Friday after a bomb threat prompted deputies to respond. Officials confirmed the lockdown began at noon and details remain limited.

Sheraton Grand Sacramento reopened Merchant25 with a seasonal, farm-to-table menu and celebratory bubbly; Good Day Sacramento previewed the dishes.

A man was found shot Wednesday night in North Sacramento; police said a suspect was on scene and investigators are working the case.