A late‑night crash on Highway 99 in Madera County left four dead and one critically injured after deputies say the vehicle fled reports of vehicle break‑ins.

SMUD held an informational meeting after a surge of data‑center inquiries, forcing the utility to weigh big power, land and community questions. The board is now gathering options.

A Chico man allegedly fired at a deputy during a traffic stop and chase in Magalia, then was arrested in Chico and booked on attempted murder charges.

Longtime Davis Fire Chief Joe Tenney is stepping down and Division Chief Paul Swanson, a lifelong Davis resident, will take over as chief next week. The city says the move keeps leadership local.

UC Davis researchers are testing transformable nanoparticles that anchor to tumors and let doctors attach drugs on demand, backed by a new NIH grant.

A $3.59 million CAL FIRE grant will convert five Tulare County elementary schoolyards into living school forests, shade canopy and water‑wise outdoor classrooms.

A backcountry avalanche watch covers Lake Tahoe as a powerful storm approaches. Forecasters warn high danger Monday into Tuesday and advise avoiding unmitigated slopes.

A staged 'robbery' at a Citrus Heights park drew officers after bystanders called 911; police found a replica gun, live ammo and made arrests.

A suspected DUI crash early Saturday damaged the decades-old water wheel outside Naturwood Home Furnishings in Rancho Cordova; the 23-year-old driver was hospitalized.

A car drove through a Roseville home's kitchen after an apparent medical emergency on Friday. Residents were uninjured and crews shored the house while the driver was treated.

Sacramento police say a 26-year-old was arrested after officers found him walking in the street firing a handgun. A .45-caliber pistol, a high-capacity magazine and multiple casings were recovered.

A strong Pacific storm moves in late Sunday, bringing valley rain, gusty winds and heavy Sierra snow that could disrupt travel.

Black Soil at the Sacramento History Museum pairs art and archives to trace Black agricultural contributions. The show features shovel sculptures and local growers’ stories through March 29, 2026.