A rice-laden big rig caught fire on I-5 near Sacramento Airport, causing traffic delays as responders extinguished the blaze. The cause is under investigation.

Placer County's Red Sand Project aims to raise awareness about human trafficking by having participants pour red sand into sidewalk cracks. The campaign coincides with Human Trafficking Prevention Month and focuses on protecting vulnerable youth.

The City of West Sacramento is inviting residents to attend the 2026 Community Academy, a free program offering insights into city operations beginning in March.

A Honda Accord driver led Ceres police on a high-speed chase on Christmas, resulting in the vehicle's court-ordered seizure and 30-day impoundment for safety.

The Placer County DA's Office opens applications for its nine-week Citizens Academy program, offering insights into the justice system on Tuesday evenings.

Starting Jan. 1, Californians will pay a 1.5% recycling fee (capped at $15) on products with non‑removable batteries. Officials say proceeds will fund safer collection and recycling.

Broadway’s The Lion King plays in Sacramento Jan. 7–25 at the SAFE Credit Union Performing Arts Center with matinees and special-access performances. Expect large-scale puppetry and Elton John favorites.

Yuba Water Agency opened spillway gates at New Bullards Bar on Jan. 1 to make room for an approaching atmospheric river. Officials now expect peak releases near 12,000 cfs and warn residents to avoid riverbanks.

An Arden-Arcade jeweler says a Dec. 23 theft of dozens of rings worth about $25,000 has left him considering closure and seeking help. He launched a GoFundMe as detectives investigate.

A developer’s plan would turn the old Big Gun Quarry at 5255 Pacific St into a mixed-use Rocklin Public Market with shops, a market hall, a brewery and about 20 homes.

A $5 progressive bet at Hard Rock Sacramento paid $290,112 after a royal flush on the flop, the casino and local media say.

Placer County Sheriff's Office celebrates its 175th anniversary, unveiling special gold and silver badges for deputies and sharing their history through social media.

Stanislaus County Sheriff's Office plans to conduct a DUI checkpoint on January 3, 2026, using funds from the California Cannabis Tax Fund to detect drunk and drugged driving.