A Yolo County jury convicted Enrique Urbina Mendoza of continuous sexual abuse of two young relatives; he was sentenced to 12 years plus a 25‑to‑life term. Victims told the court the abuse left lasting harm.

Three people — an 18-year-old and two juveniles — were arrested after a Macy's robbery at the Westfield Galleria; police say a replica rifle may also be part of the case.

A Taco Bell on Elk Grove Boulevard was locked down after an employee was shot; police say the wound was not life-threatening and the investigation is ongoing.

A Carmichael dog owner says her 13-year-old pet Maggie was killed in an attack at the park; she is asking neighbors for help identifying the fleeing owners.

The NWS Sacramento updates a week's forecast with dense fog, varying clouds, and mild temperatures around 60 degrees, with fog affecting visibility for motorists.

DeMar DeRozan rose to 22nd in NBA scoring, leading Kings to a 112-101 win over the Knicks. Coach Mike Brown's return to Sacramento ended in loss, while Jalen Brunson's exit with an ankle injury impacted the Knicks' performance.

Maraskeshia Smith presided over her first meeting as Sacramento's City Manager, tasked with managing the city's complex operations and a $1.6 billion budget.

Nevada County received a $5.3 million grant to transform the Stagecoach Motel into 16 units of permanent supportive housing primarily for homeless veterans, with construction set to potentially start in April 2026.

Nevada County reflects on 2025 as the 'Year of Youth,' emphasizing government efforts to address youth needs such as free bus fares and highlighting improvements in housing, infrastructure, and services.

Police responded to a stabbing in Sacramento's Midtown; a suspect is detained and the victim is expected to recover from non-life-threatening injuries.

Dustin Tibbetts from Modesto was convicted of assault, terrorist threats, and domestic violence. The victim, once pregnant, faced severe abuse. He faces up to 9.6 years in prison. The DA urges DV victims to seek help.

An analysis of millions of California pregnancies reveals a sharp rise in prenatal opioid use over the past decade, with newborns increasingly born into withdrawal and requiring intensive medical care. The surge is fueling calls for expanded maternal treatment programs.

Rocklin Police warn of a phone scam involving fake jury duty claims, urging residents to hang up on calls asking for money and to protect personal info.