Manteca Police and Manteca Unified School District hosted a Jr. Police Academy to educate youth on law enforcement through practical activities and training.

Nathan Drake, a 16-year-old from Marysville, drowned in the Feather River. Rescue attempts were made but his body was recovered the next day. The Sheriff's Department warned of river dangers and urged water safety.

Richard Charles Thomas Jr. from Merced was sentenced to over 15 years for drug offenses, following a high-speed chase and his guilty plea for meth possession with intent to distribute.

Placerville man Richard Clifton Turner, 62, was sentenced to 16 years in prison for methamphetamine trafficking and possessing firearms illegally due to his criminal past.

The Manteca Police Department reported an increase in fireworks-related calls, issuing 109 citations totaling over $130,000 in fines, with 61 of them issued through drone assistance.

A pedestrian was killed in a hit-and-run in Natomas, Sacramento; police responded around 2 a.m. and later detained one person and located a vehicle involved.

Folsom City Manager Whitemyer has called for public participation in a city council meeting on July 8 to discuss a hiring freeze for firefighter positions due to budget deficits.

Placer County DA's Office introduces Toast, a support dog trained to comfort crime victims and staff, a move acknowledged by DA Morgan Gire and community leaders.

A traffic accident on E Bidwell St. in Folsom caused a power outage, affecting traffic signals and police non-emergency lines, though 911 service remained operational. Normal operations have since been restored.

The Yuba County Sheriff's Office seized 16 illegal firearms, some previously owned by law enforcement, from a suspect's home, and is now seeking the public's help to locate the fugitive.

The Sacramento Police launch a "Know Your Limit" campaign to educate about the dangers of drunk driving, offering voluntary breathalyzer tests to bar patrons.

Placer County will use a $14.9 million state grant to convert a former motel into supportive housing for the homeless, with a focus on veterans and individuals with behavioral health issues.

The NWS predicts a sunny and warm streak for Sacramento, with highs around 90 degrees, ideal for Fourth of July celebrations and outdoor activities. Nights will be clear with temperatures in the 50s.