A former Stockton police sergeant was arraigned on five additional felony sexual‑assault counts while already serving an eight‑year sentence, prosecutors say. New counts allege he again used his badge to coerce victims.

Masked suspects hit six small businesses across Rocklin and Auburn early Wednesday; one person was arrested and two suspects remain at large. Owners reported a stolen safe and cash.

Three armed suspects forced their way into a Manteca house on Lost Coast Street and fled in a Honda Accord. Investigators are canvassing the neighborhood and asking residents for tips.

An Antelope man was sentenced to 10 years after an undercover sting where he attempted to meet what he believed was a 10‑year‑old. Federal prosecutors say the case was handled under Project Safe Childhood.

AB 1605 would let judges order a 'no alcohol sale' notation on licenses or Real IDs for serious or repeat DUI offenders, a move modeled on Utah's interdiction law. Supporters say it limits access to alcohol; critics warn of enforcement and due‑process issues.

Annie Main of Good Humus Farm won CAFF’s Farm Advocate award after leading neighbors to document steep groundwater declines that helped prompt a well moratorium in Yolo County.

The Washoe Tribe’s Wášiw-šiw Land Trust has acquired 10,274 acres of Loyalton Ranch from the City of Santa Clara and will rename it the Wélmelti Preserve for cultural and conservation stewardship.

The Sacramento Sheriff's Office says a proposed $14M cut would strip more than 50 deputies from patrol and slow 911 response.

A 322‑unit, six‑story proposal at the former Mary Ann’s Bakery block is up for a Planning & Design Commission vote on Thursday, Feb. 12, drawing sharp neighborhood reaction.

Rep. Kevin Kiley plans a bill to cut federal highway funds to states with gas taxes above 50¢, a move aimed squarely at California's high pump prices.

Sacramento City Unified is moving its comprehensive high school graduations to Golden 1 Center on June 8–9, 2026, marking the district’s first downtown arena commencements. Details on tickets and times will come from individual schools.

A man in his 20s died after his pickup crashed through a guardrail and tumbled down an embankment on eastbound Highway 50 in El Dorado Hills. CHP said speed may have been a factor as crews worked to clear the scene.

Sit Lo Saigon has signed a lease for the former Bruchi's at 565 Howe Ave in Arden‑Arcade, bringing the pho-focused fast-casual from the Saigon Alley team to the neighborhood.