Sacramento is opening applications for the Youth Program Scholarship Fund to help youth access various recreational programs in 2026. Eligibility is based on enrollment in services like WIC.

The Front Street Animal Shelter advises on reuniting stray dogs with owners, urging the public to use resources like microchip scanning and online reports to alleviate shelter overcrowding.

The Stanislaus County Sheriff’s Office is hosting a Faith-Based Security Workshop to train religious leaders and volunteers in threat response and emergency preparedness.

The city of Sacramento is developing 'Micro-Communities for Seniors' to provide cost-efficient housing for homeless seniors, featuring amenities and support services. The project aims to be sustainable given declining state funding.

Sacramento's latest data on homelessness interventions shows 673 calls leading to 1,907 cases and 1,468 resolutions, with efforts including outreach, shelter placement, and large-scale trash removal.

Placer County adds a new sheriff's station and county service center in West Placer to enhance public safety and streamline operations, with a forensic crime lab planned and an increased investment in local services.

Yolo County's HHSA offers a free food preservation class in Woodland on September 27, as part of Farm to Fork Month, teaching locals to extend the life of produce.

Sacramento's cherished alternative scene figure and chalk artist, Ground Chuck, has passed away, leaving behind a legacy of art, music, and community engagement.

Gov. Gavin Newsom launched the California Men's Service Challenge, which aims to mentor and engage boys and young men, countering societal neglect and loneliness, while also addressing youth unemployment and community disconnection.

Rancho Cordova PD emphasizes car seat safety for children during Child Passenger Safety Week, educating on correct use and installation to prevent injuries.

Sacramento City Unified School District considers an earlier start and end to the middle and high school academic year, starting in 2026, to boost academic and athletic alignment.

The community honored 23-year-old pianist Connor Elliot Lopez, who died in a motorcycle crash, with a celebration and a music scholarship in his name.

Elk Grove celebrated a 10-year-old named Andrew who beat cancer with a parade featuring emergency vehicles, motorcycles, cars, and his basketball teammates.