AB 2074 would force major cities to carve transit hub districts and let towers rise as high as 450 feet in parts of downtown, paired with a state loan fund. Supporters say it will revive downtowns; critics warn of displacement.

AB 1884 would let districts add nicotine testing for student-athletes; supporters call it a health step, critics warn about biased enforcement.

A weekend birthday booking at a Citrus Heights Airbnb swelled to about 200–250 people, prompting police to clear the scene and leaving the host with thousands in damage.

NWS warned Wednesday evening of quarter‑size hail and potential vehicle damage across Colusa and Sutter counties; motorists were urged to seek shelter and slow down.

Sunny start and mid-70s Thursday, then late-day thunderstorms possible; a Winter Storm Watch for the Sierra runs Friday–Sunday.

A three‑building mixed‑use proposal in Cedar Ridge is headed to the Nevada County Board after a planning commission recommendation. Supporters pitch live‑work space; neighbors warn it would change the rural character.

The NBA has opened a review after a late Kings foul helped the Warriors rally for a 110-105 win; team sources call the play a tactical misstep, not tanking.

A California bill would let drivers install EPA‑approved E‑85 conversion kits, opening a cheaper fuel option; the measure just cleared a key Assembly committee. Supporters promise savings while regulators weigh emissions and enforcement trade‑offs.

University of Beer’s Folsom bar at 1009 E. Bidwell is closing and will be replaced by Roku Japanese Cuisine. The move reshuffles a busy stretch of local restaurants.

A former Monterey Trail social worker alleges Elk Grove Unified disciplined her after she reported suspected child abuse and helped police probe a possible shooting threat.

Elk Grove’s library is relocating into a retrofitted former Rite Aid this fall, expanding space with a children’s patio, makerspace, teen room and nearly double the parking. Construction is expected to finish this summer with a community celebration planned for September.

State officials announced $145.4M in HHAP grants to eight California counties; the Sacramento region is set to get about $31.7M for shelters, prevention and interim housing.

A ConsumerAffairs ranking puts Sacramento No. 8 among large-city housing markets, citing limited listings and rising prices that favor sellers.