The California Supreme Court ruled judges can’t impose fines and fees defendants can’t afford, prompting remands and new ability‑to‑pay hearings across the state.

A camera disguised with fake leaves was discovered in North Auburn. It's linked to a series of local burglaries, possibly by South American Theft Groups. Residents are urged to report suspicious devices.

Sacramento man, Sean Payton, faces upgraded charges to homicide after the death of his assault victim; the initial incident had allegations of hate crime.

One man was killed in a possible gang-related shooting at a Lodi apartment complex, as per the Lodi Police Department.

Sacramento weather forecast predicts drizzly end to the year with dense fog, rain chances increasing to 90% by New Year's Day, and potential thunderstorms later in the week.

A body was pulled from Lake Natoma Monday after friends reported a man missing and searchers found his e‑bike near Black Miner's Bar.

A shooting Sunday near People’s Market in Stockton left one man dead and three others wounded. Deputies were investigating the scene on Country Club Road into the night.

The Lakers ended a three-game losing streak with a 125-101 win over the Kings, supported by Doncic and James scoring a combined 68 points, while Smith Jr. stepped up from the bench with 21 points.

A viral office door slam has focused attention on how family courts appoint outside lawyers and private adjudicators — and who ends up paying. Santa Clara judges announced narrow billing changes while critics press for deeper reform.

Post-holiday travelers at Sacramento International Airport face delays and cancellations, with some passengers rebooking flights or driving to other airports to find alternative routes.

A deadly fire in a modular home near Stockton resulted in one fatality; the surviving family members are being assisted by the Red Cross. The cause is under investigation but is not considered arson.

A Stockton single father, Jacob Muñoz, received a refurbished 2017 Hyundai Sonata through a community collaboration, providing him and his son a fresh start after facing job loss and housing instability.

A driver was critically injured after a high-speed crash at 12th and I streets in downtown Sacramento early Sunday. Authorities say the other vehicle's occupants were unhurt and the crash is under investigation.