Placer County Health and Human Services promotes holiday charitable activities, including a stuffed toy drive and collecting gifts for foster children. The community can donate at various events, benefiting kids and animals in need.

Mark Steven Brocke was found guilty of seven counts of child sexual abuse and faces a potential life sentence. The conviction was based on testimonies by two victims recalling abuses when they were under 14.

Elk Grove police named 43-year-old Roderick Randall as a suspect after a shooting at Z Town that left one dead and three wounded. Authorities say he is armed and dangerous and asked the public to call with tips.

The Sacramento area is forecasted to experience mixed weather, including haze, showers, and sunny periods with highs around 71 degrees and possible rain.

A driver was found under the Yolo Bypass bridge nearly 97 minutes after crash calls Friday night. CHP says the person was hospitalized and the incident remains under investigation.

A statewide special election on Nov. 4 asks Californians to approve Prop 50, a mid‑decade redistricting plan that could reshape congressional lines through 2030. This short, local guide explains what Sacramento voters should know.

Sacramento offers $1 million in grants to support local entrepreneurs, focusing on education, incubation, and growth for tech-enabled and scalable businesses. Programs aim for economic development within city limits.

Ceres begins water infrastructure upgrades at Hatch Road and Central Ave, causing traffic disruptions and lane closures from October 29 for about four weeks.

Sacramento adjusts watering regulations to once-a-week to conserve water during the cooler months, as suggested by William Granger, the city's water conservation coordinator.

State wildlife labs confirmed bird flu in Canada geese at Cameron Park Lake; officials urge people to avoid sick or dead birds and protect backyard flocks.

Sacramento Police issued a scam alert after reports of callers posing as officers demanding money and offered seven tips to help residents avoid losing cash.

Caltrans will shut westbound Highway 50 and several connector ramps for 55 hours starting Oct. 31. Expect detours between Sacramento and West Sacramento and allow extra time.

The NWS forecasts sunny days with mild temperatures ahead for Sacramento, with daytime highs in the mid-70s to 80 and nighttime lows in the low to mid-50s.