Firefighters, already training nearby, quickly responded to a house fire on Hackett Road in Ceres, where they found and assisted an individual with smoke inhalation and extinguished the blaze.

Galt Police arrested Isaac Avalos in connection with a shooting at a party; he was later released. No injuries were reported, and Avalos admitted to firing his Glock.

A 14-year-old girl from Patterson, CA, was found and two 19-year-olds were arrested on human trafficking charges. The Stanislaus County Sheriff's Office recovered the minor and is continuing the investigation.

Terminal Avenue will be closed to through traffic starting Monday for a major phase of North County Corridor construction. Detours and project updates are available online.

California now requires sellers of single‑family homes to disclose lingering tobacco and vaping residue before a sale. Researchers say the rule gives buyers clearer visibility into hidden toxins.

Yolo County and the California Department of Tax and Fee Administration conducted inspections leading to the seizure of illegal tobacco and cannabis products worth thousands of dollars from two Davis shops.

A West Sacramento man was arrested after police say he used a gun to beat and rob a woman at an apartment; investigators recovered a firearm and the victim is hospitalized with non-life-threatening injuries.

Davis police are searching for a man they believe is tied to at least six indecent-exposure reports near Olive Drive. Students and neighbors say poor lighting and repeated reports have raised safety concerns.

An internal UC Davis review found an assistant professor failed to acknowledge the harm caused by a threatening social‑media post, triggering donor backlash and faculty departures. The campus now faces pressure to reform how it handles faculty misconduct.

Elk Grove narrowed its search to three potential sites for a permanent homeless shelter and will hold public meetings on Jan. 21 and 27 to gather community input.

Rancho Cordova Public Works completed numerous projects in 2025 enhancing infrastructure and safety across the city, with investments in transportation, lighting, and accessibility upgrades.

Stockton PD seeks help identifying an illegal dumping suspect from a January 3 incident. They offer a reward for leads and provide anonymous tip options via phone, online, or mobile app.

Twin Snakes Coffee has turned its pop-ups into a permanent counter at WAL Public Market, serving playful seasonal drinks and pastries.