LaShawn Sparks was sentenced to 85 years to life for the murder of a 3-year-old after promising to buy snacks, confirmed by the Sacramento DA's Office.

Connecticut man Andrew Adler was sentenced to over three years for his role in a fraud scheme involving loans to Bitwise Industries, with over $10 million in restitution and forfeiture.

Coalinga gang member Juan Carlos Ruiz Jr. was sentenced to 20 years for meth distribution and firearms trafficking.

Clovis CPA Kenneth Gould was sentenced to a year in prison for embezzling over $800,000 from a bank, involving fraudulent transactions and misuse of client funds.

Officer Samuel "Sam" Riveros of the Baldwin Park Police Department was killed on duty. He is remembered for his commitment and mentorship. Officer Anthony Pimentel was also injured in the incident.

The Stockton Police Department has arrested Efrain Hinojoza, 31, in connection with a fatal shooting on E Main St, with the victim dying later in hospital.

Jermaine Hill and Larrel Gregg were sentenced in San Joaquin County for attempted murder and associated crimes, with Hill receiving 68 years to life and Gregg 12 years to life.

A former deputy sheriff from Hughson is charged with multiple felonies including sexual misconduct and kidnapping. The case is under investigation, with the public urged to share information.

A juvenile was fatally shot on Coral Gables Court in Sacramento; police and detectives are investigating the incident with no suspect information released yet.

Two individuals were arrested in Rocklin for mail theft, possessing a USPS master key, and other illegal items after being caught breaking into mailboxes.

Jaylen Jordan received a 25-year to life sentence for the first-degree murder of Ja'von Phillips, following witness accounts and digital evidence presented in court.

A man attempted to rob two employees at a Stockton business with a knife. The women refused to give money, and the assailant fled. No injuries were reported. Authorities seek information.

Two men with felony warrants were arrested in Citrus Heights after a police chase, aided by community reports and an air unit from the sheriff's office.