City Council approved $25 million for Old Sacramento repairs while lease talks with the state keep some riverfront work on hold. The vote funds boardwalks, docks and market fixes.

Nevada County offers free transit services during the holidays, including shuttles to local events, funded by an air quality grant. Services exclude Dec. 25 and Jan. 1, and they're hiring drivers.

Isabel Lopez was honored with the CCTT Public Service Award of Excellence for her impactful work in Nevada County health programs and clinics, improving community health.

The West Sacramento Police Department received a $90,700 grant from the California Office of Traffic Safety for enforcing and educating about traffic safety.

A Yolo County jury found Yolo Food Bank liable and awarded roughly $3 million to former executive Michael Bisch amid claims of retaliation, defamation and breach of contract.

Stockton, reeling from a mass shooting, sees residents and organizations unite for support and healing, with gatherings and mental health services offered.

Rancho Cordova students launch rockets and revitalize a school garden in community-supported educational initiatives, pairing with businesses like Solidigm and volunteers from Lowe's.

CAL FIRE's Amador-El Dorado Unit is hosting a Christmas fundraiser at El Dorado Station 43 to benefit youth services, with activities, raffles, Santa visits, and pet adoptions.

David Wood has been named the new Unit Chief for CAL FIRE's Amador-El Dorado Unit, set to take over on December 19, 2025, following Chief Blankenheim's retirement.

Rotary Club members and Rancho Cordova city officials, including Mayor Siri Pulipati, gave new dictionaries to local elementary students to support literacy.

The Placer County Sheriff's Office expressed gratitude on social media for community support, highlighting partnerships with local nonprofit groups aiding those in need, including their own Search and Rescue team.

The Folsom Public Library launches a Winter Reading Challenge from December 1 to January 31, encouraging participants aged 5+ to read five books for rewards and a raffle prize.

Santa and Mrs. Claus will ride through Lodi on a fire truck from Dec 8 to spread holiday cheer, collect donations for the needy, and take photos with the community.