California political consultant Dana Williamson is indicted on charges including fraud and obstructing justice, with allegations of misusing campaign funds and manipulating tax documents.

Jason Elola, a Tracy father of nine, died following a road rage incident. A vigil was held, and the suspect, Martin Davis Jr., was arrested on suspicion of murder. The family grieves and calls for road calm.

The father of Michael Ray Berry, a teen killed in a SacRT stabbing, has filed a lawsuit against Sacramento and SacRT after no charges were filed by the DA.

Two cyclists were rescued in Nevada County after getting stranded on a snowy trail. The rescue team's prompt response and the cyclists' call for help ensured their safety.

Citrus Heights Police apprehended a hit-and-run suspect with the help of crime-fighting cameras, which also contributed to a 50% drop in auto thefts in the community.

Around 20 inmates rioted at California State Prison, Sacramento, leading to 4 hospitalizations but no life-threatening injuries. Chemical agents and nonlethal weapons were used; no staff were hurt.

A driver was arrested after leading California Highway Patrol on a high-speed chase at 110 mph on State Route 99. The individual had a suspended license, drugs, burglary tools, identity theft materials, and outstanding felony warrants.

Sacramento Police detained Christina Cowens for a homicide case after initially charging her with unlawful disposal of remains, theft, and concealment. They seek public assistance for further information.

Darnell Erby was sentenced to life without parole for the murder and dismemberment of 77-year-old Pamela May after being convicted of first-degree murder and other charges.

Jury convicts Jimmy Washington of first-degree murder and carjacking in the death of ATM technician James Nguyen, who was killed while servicing a drive-up ATM.

A Yolo County judge refused mental‑health diversion for former UC Davis fire chief Nathan Trauernicht, keeping an embezzlement prosecution over alleged falsified overtime payments alive.

A judge handed Darin Chastain 25 years to life after a jury convicted him in the 2022 beating death of Carmichael neighbor James Raleigh. The sentence has left neighbors demanding action.

Sacramento DA won't charge a transit employee in a teen's fatal stabbing due to insufficient evidence. Berry's family filed a wrongful death lawsuit against the city and transit authority.