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.

Roseville Police Department is seeking help to find missing 65-year-old Charles Young, who has dementia and was last seen on December 24th. He was driving a damaged 2000 Tan Chevy Silverado with CA Plate number 6B50875.

A new California law requires most store‑bought corn tortillas and masa products to be fortified with folic acid starting next week, with small bakers exempted. Officials say the aim is to reduce neural‑tube birth defects.

Placer County Sheriff's Office lifted an evacuation warning for Cisco Grove as flood risks from the South Yuba River decreased. Residents are advised to drive cautiously in snowy conditions.