A two-year-old pulled from a Vacaville backyard pool is home after immediate CPR and a swift multi-agency response. Officials praised the quick actions of family and responders.

Faith leaders say a security guard abruptly barred their monthly prayer vigils outside the John E. Moss Federal Building. Organizers have asked the GSA for a permit and are exploring alternate locations.

Sheriff Jim Cooper posted photos of donating at Vitalant and warned Sacramento hospital blood stocks have dipped to about two days, urging O‑type donors to step up.

Yolo County will sell a West Sacramento house that once housed mental‑health clients after years of neighbor pushback; proceeds are earmarked for other behavioral‑health programs.

Triple‑digit heat brings free evening Family Nights at select Sacramento pools, plus splash‑pad options through Oct. 1.

A man collapsed and died on the west steps of the California State Capitol as bystanders and medics tried to revive him. Video of the scene has reignited debate over naloxone access and enforcement.

Cal State is recasting its Basic Needs Initiative into proactive, campus‑wide hubs that connect food, housing and mental‑health supports to keep students enrolled. Early data show big increases in pantry use and new centers on several campuses.

Placer County earned a state Fire Risk Reduction Community listing that could translate into insurance discounts. Officials say residents should download the certificate and check with carriers.

A near-$40,000 estate gift to Sacramento’s DAV post touched off a legal fight with national leaders over who controls bequests. The dispute highlights how national rules and big reserves can clash with small local posts.

Twenty thousand teddy bears covered the west steps of the California Capitol as a traveling installation to spotlight Ukrainian children taken during the war. Organizers used the display to push lawmakers for action.

Placer County closed Lake Forest beaches after large teen gatherings left trash, fueled underage drinking and snarled neighborhood streets during the holiday weekend.

A flag-bearing skydiver appeared to make a hard landing at the Folsom Pro Rodeo; video shows the jumper dip near the grandstands and the extent of injuries is unclear. Local stations are verifying footage and the jumper's condition.

A viral Nextdoor post showing a supposed mountain lion in Lemon Hill was debunked as an AI‑edited image, officials say. The episode highlights how manipulated footage can spread fast.