The National Weather Service in Sacramento reports dry weather with above-normal temperatures and cold nights with patchy frost expected this week, despite calm conditions that will give way to breezy winds over the weekend.

Rocklin Police detained three suspects after a shoplifting incident, later using Proposition 36 to arrest a repeat offender. The suspects faced various charges including narcotics sales and possession.

The DOJ has sued nurse Joan Rubinger for illegally distributing opioids nationwide, seeking to prohibit her from prescribing controlled substances and imposing civil penalties.

Firefighters contained a house fire in Sacramento's Rosemont area; one cat perished, but there were no human injuries. The cause is under investigation.

A contractor's message board in Elk Grove displayed a racial slur, prompting Mayor Bobbie Singh-Allen to demand accountability and the city to affirm its commitment against hate.

Rancho Cordova celebrated the completion of Chrysanthy Boulevard's $52 million expansion, which improves connectivity between Sunrise Boulevard and Grant Line Road.

Jorge Zepeda was sentenced to 63 years to life for a series of violent attacks in Carmichael, including murder.

A high-speed chase in North Bloomfield led to a manhunt after a driver fled a traffic stop and escaped on foot. The suspect remains at large despite search efforts by law enforcement.

A deputy in Nevada County intercepted a burglary in progress at a Nevada City residence, leading to the arrest of two suspects, who were charged with multiple offenses including second-degree burglary.

The Stockton Police Department is seeking public help to solve a New Year's Eve homicide, offering a reward for information leading to an arrest. Tips can be given anonymously to the Crime Stoppers.

Sacramento fire crews join the Palisades Fire battle, with a 22-member Strike Team deployed overnight to assist in firefighting efforts, demonstrating inter-agency collaboration on wildfire response.

The National Weather Service in Sacramento forecasts breezy conditions, dry weather, and above-normal temperatures for the upcoming week, with increased wind gusts expected over the weekend.

A fire broke out at a duplex in Sacramento, with firefighters responding and one person hospitalized for respiratory injuries. The cause of the fire is under investigation.