Sheriff's deputies rushed to a Rancho Cordova neighborhood after callers reported gunfire and one person said they were setting "booby traps" near Copper Sunset Way. Investigators are on scene.

A jury convicted Vincent Saenz of first-degree murder in the 2023 killing of his wife, Felicia Wilcots. Sentencing is scheduled for Feb. 20, 2026.

San Joaquin County DA Ron Freitas announced Monday he will seek the death penalty for Wesley Brownlee, accused in an 18‑month killing spree. Competency reviews and pretrial motions are now shaping the next phase of the case.

A driver in San Joaquin County was arrested after reaching 100 mph on Highway 99 with a child aboard; deputies later found a loaded rifle and a high-capacity magazine in the abandoned car.

Local law enforcement in Rancho Cordova responded to a complaint about a loud backfiring exhaust, resulting in the driver being cited for multiple vehicle violations.

Former MLB pitcher Daniel Serafini testified as he seeks a new trial in the Tahoe ambush case, alleging his trial lawyers sabotaged his defense. A judge has set mid‑February testimony before arguments.

A former Oak Ridge High band teacher has been arrested and faces multiple child-sex charges, authorities say.

A man died Monday after his tractor rolled over and pinned him on private property in Orangevale. Authorities say CHP and Sacramento Metro Fire are investigating.

Elk Grove Police responded to a domestic incident where a teen allegedly attacked his family with a knife, later detaining him without injuries after a stand-off.

Bakersfield man Kyle Matthew Lisman pleads guilty to wire fraud, identity theft, and possessing stolen mail after fraudulently purchasing a car and redirecting mail to his address.

Cade Cunningham led the Detroit Pistons to a 139-116 victory over the Sacramento Kings, marking their fifth win in six games despite his wrist injury.

One Community Health says TriZetto — not its systems — was the source of a patient data breach, while a filed lawsuit disputes how patient records were handled.

An illegal fireworks incident and reckless driving led to a police chase in Sacramento, resulting in two arrests and the discovery of marijuana in the pursued vehicle.