Baby, Meth and a Carload of Stolen Mail: Vallejo Duo Nabbed in American Canyon
Two Vallejo residents were arrested after police say they found stolen mail and an unsecured 9‑month‑old in their car; charges include child‑abuse and mail‑theft offenses.
Fairfield Cops Nab Christmas Eve Killing Suspect in Sacramento
Fairfield police arrested 24-year-old Jamere Burtram Franklin in Sacramento and charged him in the Dec. 24 killing of Darius Leaks. The arrest follows months of investigation.
Newsom Slaps New Guardrails On AI In California State Deals
Gov. Newsom signed an executive order on March 30 that directs agencies to draft new AI procurement certifications, watermark state‑made media and review supply‑chain risks.
Paradise Mayor Storms D.C. As Insurance Bills Torch Fire-Scarred Town
Paradise’s mayor went to Washington seeking federal help as analysts warn California homeowners could face roughly a 16% premium jump by year-end. The town wants federal grants and policy fixes to protect residents.
Feds Slam Sutter Over Sacramento Drug-Record Chaos, $3.2 Million Payout
Federal officials say DEA audits found hundreds of recordkeeping and diversion‑control failures at two Sutter Health sites. The system agreed to a $3.2M settlement and new oversight.












