The City of West Sacramento is inviting residents to attend the 2026 Community Academy, a free program offering insights into city operations beginning in March.

An Arden-Arcade jeweler says a Dec. 23 theft of dozens of rings worth about $25,000 has left him considering closure and seeking help. He launched a GoFundMe as detectives investigate.

Placer County Sheriff's Office celebrates its 175th anniversary, unveiling special gold and silver badges for deputies and sharing their history through social media.

Stanislaus County Sheriff's Office plans to conduct a DUI checkpoint on January 3, 2026, using funds from the California Cannabis Tax Fund to detect drunk and drugged driving.

West Sacramento Police swiftly arrested a business burglary suspect with the help of the California State Lottery, recovering stolen lottery tickets and cash.

The California DMV says about 325,000 Real ID holders must update records after a legacy software error. Reissues will be expedited and fees waived.

Placer County Sheriff's Office warns Loomis residents of a fake invoice scam via social media, providing a false email and advising verification of unexpected payment requests.

King Cones opened in McHenry Village serving 24 Gunther’s flavors and fresh waffle cones. Horchata and Oreo have been early favorites.

Sacramento prepares shelters for the homeless due to predicted rains, with two main centers open from Dec 31 to Jan 5, and free SacRT rides offered with a flyer.

Ceres Police received a $60,000 grant to improve traffic safety, targeting DUIs, distracted driving, and accident causes through education and enforcement.

A body was pulled from Lake Natoma Monday after friends reported a man missing and searchers found his e‑bike near Black Miner's Bar.

A Stockton single father, Jacob Muñoz, received a refurbished 2017 Hyundai Sonata through a community collaboration, providing him and his son a fresh start after facing job loss and housing instability.

A 16-year-old in Ceres suffered cardiac arrest after falling from a pickup's lowered tailgate in a school parking lot. CHP and local fire crews responded and an investigation is underway.