Yuba County Jail officers discovered and prevented contraband smuggling, including a homemade shank and hidden drugs, reinforcing the importance of vigilant security measures.

Sacramento awarded $600,000 from the Forward Together pilot grant program for local revitalization initiatives in the Marysville–Del Paso Boulevard area.

Jeffrey Caldwell, 36, was indicted for possessing ammunition after a standoff with Vallejo Police. He faces up to 15 years in prison due to his prior felony convictions.

Two arrests were made in Calaveras County leading to the seizure of methamphetamine following a burglary involving the theft of firearms and ammunition.

Manteca Police activated a new traffic camera to curb red-light violations, offering a 30-day warning period before imposing fines to encourage safer driving. More intersections will join the initiative aimed at public safety, not revenue.

Sacramento Police classified a January stabbing on I Street as a homicide after the victim died in March. The suspect, Mark Reese, had his charges elevated. Authorities are seeking public assistance in the investigation.

A man in Rancho Cordova was arrested after a standoff where he wielded a knife and barricaded himself. Law enforcement was responding to a domestic violence report.

A woman in her 40s was fatally struck by a sedan while crossing Marconi Avenue in Carmichael outside of a crosswalk. The driver, a woman in her 60s, is cooperating with the investigation.

A man and his dog were rescued after their vehicle crashed off Highway 89 near Calpine; they were trapped overnight until a passerby alerted authorities.

A Sacramento man, Shanglong Tang, aged 43, died after being swept out to sea in Sonoma County; despite a helicopter rescue and CPR, he was pronounced deceased.

A riot at New Folsom Prison resulted in six inmates being stabbed, with a significant emergency response and use of non-lethal measures by officials to control the situation.

Arshad Wood was arrested by Patterson Police Services for alleged lewd acts with a minor. His residence was searched following his traffic stop arrest. The investigation is ongoing and the public is urged to provide any relevant information.

Stockton Police seek public help regarding an armed robbery on April 28, 2024. A suspect robbed a store at gunpoint and fled. Tips can be submitted to Stockton Crime Stoppers for a potential reward.