Elk Grove Unified will require a semester of ethnic studies for the Class of 2030, rolling out an Introduction to Ethnic Studies for freshmen in 2026‑27.

Michael Mayfield received a 35-year to life sentence for sodomy of an unconscious person, based on an incident from April 2021.

A knife‑wielding man set a trailer ablaze on the 600 block of Santiago Avenue, touching off a standoff; officers used less‑lethal tactics and arrested him.

SMF's SMForward program lays out a packed 2026 calendar: a skybridge, a 5,500-space garage, a Concourse B expansion and phased baggage upgrades.

Deni Avdija returned from injury scoring 26 points, aiding the Blazers to beat the Kings 117-110. Teammate Clingan also shone with 21 points and 17 rebounds.

A wrong-way crash on I-80 in Solano County led to three deaths. Details and cause are under investigation; a secondary collision occurred during the response.

A midday shooting near Stockton’s flea market left two men dead and a woman injured; police say detectives are investigating the scene.

A long-running rebuild of Watt Avenue in North Highlands is entering its final phases, bringing new bike lanes, medians and a rebuilt Watt/I‑80 transit plaza. Officials say the work should be finished by mid‑2026.

Manteca Police arrested two suspects for vehicle burglaries at Great Wolf Lodge, with a third still sought, as Detective Smith links evidence to a similar incident in Roseville.

A Yolo County jury convicted Enrique Urbina Mendoza of continuous sexual abuse of two young relatives; he was sentenced to 12 years plus a 25‑to‑life term. Victims told the court the abuse left lasting harm.

Three people — an 18-year-old and two juveniles — were arrested after a Macy's robbery at the Westfield Galleria; police say a replica rifle may also be part of the case.

Nevada County reflects on 2025 as the 'Year of Youth,' emphasizing government efforts to address youth needs such as free bus fares and highlighting improvements in housing, infrastructure, and services.

San Joaquin County approves an EMS contract to enhance emergency medical care, involving cities like Stockton and Lodi, with American Medical Response operating ambulances.