A vehicle ran off Highway 99 near Main Street in Modesto early Tuesday, caught fire and one person died; officials say an investigation is underway.

Fairfield police arrested 24-year-old Jamere Burtram Franklin in Sacramento and charged him in the Dec. 24 killing of Darius Leaks. The arrest follows months of investigation.

Light showers and gusty south winds arrive Tuesday–Thursday, with light valley totals and mountain snow above 6,000 feet.

Gov. Newsom signed an executive order on March 30 that directs agencies to draft new AI procurement certifications, watermark state‑made media and review supply‑chain risks.

Paradise’s mayor went to Washington seeking federal help as analysts warn California homeowners could face roughly a 16% premium jump by year-end. The town wants federal grants and policy fixes to protect residents.

Federal officials say DEA audits found hundreds of recordkeeping and diversion‑control failures at two Sutter Health sites. The system agreed to a $3.2M settlement and new oversight.

Golden 1 Center announced a summer slate headlined by Romeo Santos and J. Cole; select tickets are set to go on sale April 3. Dates, acts and buying tips for fans.

Carvana bought vacant land next to its Rocklin inspection hub and has applied to add vehicle parking, enlarging its Placer County footprint.

Sacramento's popular Iraqi restaurant Sumer Nights was closed after a March 26 reinspection found live cockroaches still present in the kitchen, including on the walls above the warewashing sink and steam table, one day after the facility had already failed a routine inspection for the same problem.

Rob Bonta says the California DOJ secured a $1.64M settlement with Crossroads after alleged misuse of a state loan‑loss reserve program. Details remain scarce.

Placer County deputies are seeking tips after two BB gun assaults during No Kings rallies; six people reported minor injuries. Investigators want video and witnesses.

A viral Sacramento video shows customers directed to self‑service kiosks at McDonald’s, reopening the debate over AI upgrades and California’s $20 fast‑food wage.

UCLA's State of Latinos in California report finds Latinos drive the state's labor force but face persistent wage gaps and industry segregation.