An inflatable flamingo named Frank has sparked a Plumas Lake scavenger hunt that’s bringing neighbors together before New Year's. Neighbors post clues, dress him up and compete for a prize.

Missing 14-year-old Adriana Cervantes is no longer considered at risk, but search efforts in Sacramento continue. She has autism and was last seen near Arden Way and Bell Street.

Stanislaus County DA's Office has partnered with Without Permission to launch a sex trafficking diversion program, providing resources and support to victims.

Rocklin Police Department officers arrested individuals connected to a copper theft ring that targeted city utilities, using surveillance to track and detain the suspects.

Folsom agreed to pay about $700,000 to settle two discrimination suits, and the payouts leave the police roster with no officers who identify as Asian American.

New state estimates show California added roughly 19,200 people; Sacramento and the Central Valley gained while San Francisco’s rebound stalled.

A Sacramento family says it learned this month that a 67‑year‑old relative died in 2022 and that his remains sat in an off‑site morgue for years before paperwork let them retrieve him.

SB 307 orders CSU campuses to shield students whose schooling is interrupted by immigration enforcement. Advocates say the law helps, but campus staff warn training is still needed.

Rocklin detectives tracked a stolen car to Sacramento’s Natomas and detained two juveniles after a short stakeout. Police say the youths are linked to multiple burglaries including liquor‑store break‑ins.

Sacramento reported an increase in homelessness-related cases and cleanups, enrolling 115 people into shelter databases, yet only placing 20 in shelters.

Stockton City Council accepts an $8 million violence prevention grant, amidst criticism by the Youth Peace and Justice Foundation regarding their approach to reducing violence.

Frank Hicks was convicted of human trafficking, kidnapping, and sexual assault, facing up to 87 years to life in prison.

Interstate 80 between Fairfield and Vacaville opened new Express Lanes to ease traffic congestion, requiring a FasTrak tag for access and offering different toll rates based on vehicle occupancy and real-time traffic.